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A photo of rainbow chess pieces.

Chess Club

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Craft Room (Rockwell Foundation Children's Art Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Join local teen volunteers to play chess every first Saturday of the month! The teen volunteers are happy to teach kids who are new to playing chess. They are also excited to play ...

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Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Craft Room (Rockwell Foundation Children's Art Room)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join local teen volunteers to play chess every first Saturday of the month! The teen volunteers are happy to teach kids who are new to playing chess. They are also excited to play games of chess with experienced players.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Supplies

All supplies provided.

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Teen Art Club

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Room (Mcllroy Family Teen Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Hang out and make some art! Work on your own project or try out the art supplies out for that day, like 3D printing, watercolors, digital art, cross stitch and more! May: Paint ...

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Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Teen Room (Mcllroy Family Teen Room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Hang out and make some art! Work on your own project or try out the art supplies out for that day, like 3D printing, watercolors, digital art, cross stitch and more!

May: Paint with Watercolors

June: Make a 3D print model

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Supplies

All supplies provided.

Illustration of 2 kids dressed as pirates sailing in a book ship

Fantastic Adventures Camp

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Sharpsburg
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

In this kids' camp, we will be inspired by the fantasy characters in many classic adventures: dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids, and beasties! We will sculpt our favorites out o...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Sharpsburg
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this kids' camp, we will be inspired by the fantasy characters in many classic adventures: dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids, and beasties! We will sculpt our favorites out of clay, paint portraits, and create masks.

Disclaimer(s)

Before Library Opens

This program occurs before the library opens.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Supplies

All supplies provided.

Your Registration

Please remember to cancel your registration if you cannot attend so that others may enjoy this program.

Progress pride flag

Lavender Lounge

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Sharpsburg
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You asked, we listened! LGBTQ+ adults are invited to our monthly Lavender Lounge with Calvin! Make friends, chat about queer issues, and make art!  

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Library Branch: Sharpsburg
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

You asked, we listened!

LGBTQ+ adults are invited to our monthly Lavender Lounge with Calvin! Make friends, chat about queer issues, and make art!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

Adults 18+ only please.

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Supplies

All supplies provided.

a child's hands roll a ball of clay with their grown up's hands visible next to them

Little Hands Art Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Community Room at Sharpsburg
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Our youngest friends are invited to imagine and create with Ms. Alison at this weekly art-integration storytime for PreK children and their caregivers. Each session will include st...

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Library Branch: Sharpsburg
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Our youngest friends are invited to imagine and create with Ms. Alison at this weekly art-integration storytime for PreK children and their caregivers. Each session will include stories and a hands-on developmentally appropriate art activity.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Parent/Caregiver

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults; please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Supplies

All supplies provided.

Toddler reading a book and making a funny face.

Wiggle Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Get up and get moving during our toddler storytime (for children ages 18-36 months) and their caregivers. This interactive storytime features books, fingerplays, bounces, scarves a...

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Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Get up and get moving during our toddler storytime (for children ages 18-36 months) and their caregivers. This interactive storytime features books, fingerplays, bounces, scarves and shakers.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Parent/Caregiver

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults; please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Sing Me a Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Join us for snuggly, giggly fun that features songs, rhymes, and stories for babies (ages 0-18 months) and their caregivers. This interactive storytime provides ways to explore lit...

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Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for snuggly, giggly fun that features songs, rhymes, and stories for babies (ages 0-18 months) and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Parent/Caregiver

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults; please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Illustration of 2 kids dressed as pirates sailing in a book ship

Fantastic Adventures Camp

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Sharpsburg
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

In this kids' camp, we will be inspired by the fantasy characters in many classic adventures: dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids, and beasties! We will sculpt our favorites out o...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Sharpsburg
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this kids' camp, we will be inspired by the fantasy characters in many classic adventures: dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids, and beasties! We will sculpt our favorites out of clay, paint portraits, and create masks.

Disclaimer(s)

Before Library Opens

This program occurs before the library opens.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Supplies

All supplies provided.

Your Registration

Please remember to cancel your registration if you cannot attend so that others may enjoy this program.

spraypainting of word poetry

Poetry Workshop

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
McLaughlin (Harry W. McLaughlin Jr Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This twice-monthly workshop focuses on nourishing and sustaining your creative practice. No experience writing or workshopping poetry? No problem! We'll spend some time reading and...

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Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: McLaughlin (Harry W. McLaughlin Jr Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

This twice-monthly workshop focuses on nourishing and sustaining your creative practice. No experience writing or workshopping poetry? No problem!

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

Adults 18+ only please.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Children sit at a table with a variety of art supplies.

Make-n-Take

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Join us for fun, hands-on projects that explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts through arts and crafts that you get to take home with you. For kids in gra...

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Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for fun, hands-on projects that explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts through arts and crafts that you get to take home with you. For kids in grades K-6.

Activities TBD

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Rainbow stack of books with a space background.

Reading Rockets: K-2 Book Club

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Craft Room (Rockwell Foundation Children's Art Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Book Club, Literacy
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Join us for a special book club designed for kids entering grades K-2! Reading books is even more fun when we can talk about the stories with friends.  How does it work? ...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Craft Room (Rockwell Foundation Children's Art Room)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Club, Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for a special book club designed for kids entering grades K-2! Reading books is even more fun when we can talk about the stories with friends. 

How does it work?

Disclaimer(s)

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Illustration of 2 kids dressed as pirates sailing in a book ship

Fantastic Adventures Camp

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Sharpsburg
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

In this kids' camp, we will be inspired by the fantasy characters in many classic adventures: dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids, and beasties! We will sculpt our favorites out o...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Sharpsburg
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this kids' camp, we will be inspired by the fantasy characters in many classic adventures: dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids, and beasties! We will sculpt our favorites out of clay, paint portraits, and create masks.

Disclaimer(s)

Before Library Opens

This program occurs before the library opens.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Supplies

All supplies provided.

Your Registration

Please remember to cancel your registration if you cannot attend so that others may enjoy this program.

A close up photo of hands in red nail polish knitting with tan yarn.

Midweek Knitters

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room (Scott Family Reading Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join a group of knitters and crocheters for 2 hours of crafting and chatting. New knitters and crocheters welcome! Bring your current projects.

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Reading Room (Scott Family Reading Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join a group of knitters and crocheters for 2 hours of crafting and chatting. New knitters and crocheters welcome! Bring your current projects.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Book cover of She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan

Speculative Fiction Book Club

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sharpsburg
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Speculative Fiction Book Club:

This bimonthly book club at Sharpsburg focuses on fantasy, science fiction, and other speculative fiction genres.

Event Details:

This month's theme is Wuxia. We're reading the Mulan-inspired historical fantasy She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan. Copies will be available at the circula...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Sharpsburg
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 9

Speculative Fiction Book Club

This bimonthly book club at Sharpsburg focuses on fantasy, science fiction, and other speculative fiction genres.

Event Details:

This month's theme is Wuxia. We're reading the Mulan-inspired historical fantasy She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

Adults 18+ only please.

After Library Closes

This program occurs after the library closes.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

A group of multicultural babies and caregivers.

Wiggle Time

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Sharpsburg
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Children 2 and under and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Megan every week for a wiggly, giggly program featuring fingerplays, bounces, tickles, and shakers. Engaging young...

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Required
Library Branch: Sharpsburg
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Children 2 and under and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Megan every week for a wiggly, giggly program featuring fingerplays, bounces, tickles, and shakers.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Parent/Caregiver

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults; please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

baby bears

Animal Athletes

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Join the Allegheny Land Trust for a presentation on cool animal facts! How fast is a deer? How does a bear move? Learn and have fun in this active, station-based program that explo...

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Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join the Allegheny Land Trust for a presentation on cool animal facts! How fast is a deer? How does a bear move? Learn and have fun in this active, station-based program that explores some of the amazing athletic abilities of animals.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Illustration of 2 kids dressed as pirates sailing in a book ship

Fantastic Adventures Camp

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Sharpsburg
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

In this kids' camp, we will be inspired by the fantasy characters in many classic adventures: dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids, and beasties! We will sculpt our favorites out o...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Sharpsburg
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this kids' camp, we will be inspired by the fantasy characters in many classic adventures: dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids, and beasties! We will sculpt our favorites out of clay, paint portraits, and create masks.

Disclaimer(s)

Before Library Opens

This program occurs before the library opens.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Supplies

All supplies provided.

Your Registration

Please remember to cancel your registration if you cannot attend so that others may enjoy this program.

gardening

Creating Backyard Habitats

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the Allegheny Land Trust for a presentation on backyard habitats. Learn how you can design your yard to attract native pollinators, birds and more. Discover what to plant and ...

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Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

Join the Allegheny Land Trust for a presentation on backyard habitats. Learn how you can design your yard to attract native pollinators, birds and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

Adults 18+ only please.

A close up photo of multi-colored skeins of yarn.

Crochet n' Things

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reading Room (Scott Family Reading Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come hang out with us as we crochet, knit, or do any other fun yarn craft! Finley is here to teach you crochet and if you don't have any supplies, don't worry! The library is re...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Reading Room (Scott Family Reading Room)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Come hang out with us as we crochet, knit, or do any other fun yarn craft!

Disclaimer(s)

Drop-Ins

Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Supplies

All supplies provided.

genealogy research

From Attic to Archives: 4 Week Workshop

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
DIY Lab at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
History, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Stephanie Zimble and Cameron Smith for a 4-week workshop on personal history, genealogy, and preservation. Week 1 Personal History-- What to Save: Stephanie will pr...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: DIY Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Stephanie Zimble and Cameron Smith for a 4-week workshop on personal history, genealogy, and preservation.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

Adults 18+ only please.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Your Registration

Please remember to cancel your registration if you cannot attend so that others may enjoy this program.

Paris and Eiffel Tower

Cooks and Books

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Book Club, Food and Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Cookbook Club:

Join your fellow cookbook-obsessed-peeps as we read, cook, chat and EAT! We'll meet once a month on the 2nd Thursday from 7-8:30 PM. Each month, we'll read the same cook book or ch...

Event Details:

In July, we're enjoying French food from one of these 3 cookbooks: Dinner in French by Melissa Clark French Laundry Cookbook by Thomas Keller Mastering the Art of French ...

Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Food and Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Cookbook Club

Join your fellow cookbook-obsessed-peeps as we read, cook, chat and EAT! We'll meet once a month on the 2nd Thursday from 7-8:30 PM. Each month, we'll read the same cook book or choose a common ingredient or cuisine. We'll each cook something to share and gather to eat and talk!

Event Details:

In July, we're enjoying French food from one of these 3 cookbooks:

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

Adults 18+ only please.

After Library Closes

This program occurs after the library closes.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Your Registration

Please remember to cancel your registration if you cannot attend so that others may enjoy this program.

Kids hold up their teddy bears and other stuffed animal friends during last year's Teddy Bear Picnic.

Teddy Bear Picnic

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Garden (Fritz Mitnick Welcome Garden and Porch) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for our annual Teddy Bear Picnic! Bring your teddy bear or favorite stuffed animal for a special storytime with activities and snacks afterwards! Feel free to bring a bl...

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Garden (Fritz Mitnick Welcome Garden and Porch)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: STEAM, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Join us for our annual Teddy Bear Picnic! Bring your teddy bear or favorite stuffed animal for a special storytime with activities and snacks afterwards!

Disclaimer(s)

Parent/Caregiver

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults; please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Art Journaling

Art Journaling

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ready to let your imagination run wild and get your thoughts and feelings on paper? Join journal-obsessed Librarian, Kelley for this fun, creative and class that combines art, expr...

Payment
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ready to let your imagination run wild and get your thoughts and feelings on paper? Join journal-obsessed Librarian, Kelley for this fun, creative and class that combines art, expression and mindfulness.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

Adults 18+ only please.

Registration

Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL).

Cover art from Medgar and Myrlie

Booked for Lunch

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reading Room (Scott Family Reading Room) at Cooper-Siegel
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Booked for Lunch:

This group reads both fiction and nonfiction titles of all genres and formats and meets monthly. It is a hybrid book club so you may attend in person or connect from home via Zo...

Event Details:

In May we will be discussing Medgar and Myrlie by Joy-Ann Reid.  

Register Now
Required
Library Branch: Cooper-Siegel
Room: Reading Room (Scott Family Reading Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Booked for Lunch

This group reads both fiction and nonfiction titles of all genres and formats and meets monthly.

It is a hybrid book club so you may attend in person or connect from home via Zoom.

You will automatically receive the Zoom link when you register.

Stop in or call the library to get a copy of the current month's book.

Event Details:

In May we will be discussing Medgar and Myrlie by Joy-Ann Reid.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

Adults 18+ only please.