Thursday, November 3rd • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
The excavation of King Tutankhamun’s tomb began 100 years ago on November 4, 1922. This discovery raised a lot of interest in the ancient Egyptian era and brought about fame for the boy king. Learn about King Tut, the turmoil of the era, and the discovery of the iconic tomb, filled with a solid gold coffin and spectacular treasures.
Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
Tuesday, November 8th • 6-7pm
This month’s selection is The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley. A shivery, atmospheric, pageturning novel of psychological suspense, in the tradition of Agatha Christie, in which a group of old college friends are snowed in at a hunting lodge...and murder and mayhem ensue. All of them are friends. One of them is a killer. This is perfect for fans of Ruth Ware and Tana French.
Monday, November 7th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
Join us as we premiere our third series of Our Veterans, Their Stories. This film focuses on the personal stories of local veterans who share with us how the military has changed their lives. We’re honored to feature veterans Thomas Davenport, Kenneth C. Delph, Travis Dotson, G.C. Garland, Henry Dewayne Rudder, and Jeramie Stack. Their stories are intertwined as experiences are revealed photos are shown, and history is delivered through the voices of those who served.
Ladies for Liberty Concert Saturday, November 5th • 6-7:30pm
Location: Auditorium
Ladies for Liberty is a singing troupe dedicated to performing the Andrews Sisters style of music through their own rendition of vocals, costumes, hairstyles, and the patriotism reminiscent of the 1940s. Patrons of ALL AGES will be entertained!
Enjoy a musical evening of famous songs such as “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree,” “Lullaby of Broadway,” and “God Bless the USA.”
Top Gun: Maverick Thursday, November 10th • 5:30-8pm
Location: Auditorium
Return to the danger zone with our 260-inch screen complete with surround sound! This movie is rated PG-13.
After more than 30 years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. Training a detachment of graduates for a special assignment, Maverick must confront the ghosts of his past and his deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who choose to fly it.
London Community Orchestra Monday, November 14th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
To celebrate the London Community Orchestra and to promote the upcoming season, several musicians from the orchestra will present a wonderful evening of music. This informal program, featuring a variety of musical styles, will be performed by orchestra members as soloists and in small groups.
Holiday Hours: The library will be closed on November 24th and 25th in observance of Thanksgiving.
Matinee Movie: Elvis Wednesday, November 16th • 1-3pm
Location: Auditorium
The life of American music icon Elvis Presley, from his childhood to becoming a rock and movie star in the 1950s, while maintaining a complex relationship with his manager, Colonel Tom Parker. The film explores Elvis Presley’s highs and lows and the many challenges and controversies he received throughout his career. This movie is rated PG-13.
Downton Abbey Trivia Thursday, November 17th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
Are you a Downton Abbey fan? Do you think you know everything about the Crawley family? Join us for a fun evening as we put your knowledge to the test. See who has what it takes to be an heir to Downton!
All participants will receive a Downton-themed gift bag. The 1st place winner will receive a $30 Amazon gift card and the 2nd place winner will receive a $20 Amazon gift card. This event has been co-sponsored by Friends of the Laurel County Public Library.
Special Adult Patrons: It’s Turkey Time!
Friday, November 18th • 1-2:30pm
Location: Auditorium
Let’s celebrate the holiday a little early with a turkeythemed afternoon. We’ll be making crafts and watching a funny turkey movie. For ages 16 and up. Participants’ caregiver must be present.
Wooden Christmas Décor Monday, November 28th • 11am-12pm
Location: Community Room
Ride into the holiday season by decorating a wooden Christmas truck or camper sign. These signs are beautiful alone, or you can add them as an embellishment to a festive wreath.
True Crime: Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka Tuesday, November 29th • 6-7pm
Location: Community Room
Paul Kenneth Bernardo (a.k.a. “The Scarborough Rapist” and “The Schoolgirl Killer”) and Karla Leanne Homolka (a.k.a. “The Witch of Ontario”) were a formerly married Canadian couple who videotaped themselves as they raped a number of teenage girls, three of whom they also killed. They were nicknamed “The Ken and Barbie Killers” due to their good looks and wealthy background.
November 1st - 12th Location: Lobby
Send a smile to our deployed troops this holiday season. Cards are available at the library or you can create and bring your own. All cards must be dropped off by November 12th in order to have them mailed in time. Tips for submitting cards from the United Soldiers and Sailors of America:
• Please send the card only – no envelopes, keep the envelopes for your personal use.
• If you are making Christmas cards, do NOT use glitter or any other product that could come loose.
• Personal messages of peace and good-will as well as ‘Thank You For Your Service’ can be written in the cards. Feel free to use religious or nonreligious Christmas cards, we leave that up to the individual and we respect both.
• Please refrain from placing your personal return address or email address in the message or on the cards.
Join us on Goodreads and be a part of our online discussions, reading challenges, recommendations from other patrons, and more! Visit the “groups” section of their website and search for “Laurel County Public Library” or follow the link located on the bottom of our website.
We offer a wide range of technology classes and workshops each month to help you develop and improve your skills. Bring your device for help and questions!
Excel 1.0
Thursday, November 3rd • 1-2pm
Location: Community Room
Learn the basics of Excel, including: creating and saving a new workbook, entering data, formatting cells, and utilizing pre-made formulas.
Guided Tour of Hoopla
Friday, November 11th • 11am-12pm
Location: Auditorium
Learn how to check out movies, shows, e-books, audiobooks, music, and more on your TV, computer, phone, and tablet using your library card. Bring your device for help and questions.
Guided Tour of Libby
Friday, November 11th • 12-1pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Learn how to check out e-books and audiobooks on your phone, tablet, and computer using your library card. Bring your device for help and questions.
Excel 2.0
Friday, November 11th • 1-2pm
Location: Community Room
Learn more basic functions of Excel, including: page layout/formatting to print, connecting separate worksheets, and creating your own formulas.
Excel Q&A
Thursday, November 17th • 1-2pm
Location: Auditorium
This session is for participants of the Excel classes, or for anyone who has basic Excel questions. There will be hands-on instruction and guidance for any questions regarding basic operations.
Wednesday, November 2nd • 6-7pm
Location: Teen Space
NO REGISTRATION
Grades: 7-12th
Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
Thursday, November 10th • 5:30-7pm
Location: Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Come in and cozy up! It’s a good time to take a moment to relax, before the hustle and bustle of the upcoming holidays. Sip on a cup of hot cocoa, as you color your stress away. Enjoy this cozy activity as a form of rest and relaxation!
Don’t have a shirt to wear to your Thanksgiving Day celebration? No worries! We’ve got it covered. Join us for a fun, colorful hands-on DIY that you can wear for the holiday dinner and family photos.
Tuesday, November 22nd • 6-7pm
Location: Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Need a fast, low-cost dessert idea for Thanksgiving dinner? Learn to make this simple, 2-ingredient tasty treat to enjoy. Ain’t nobody got time for that hour long pumpkin pie!
Tuesday, November 1st • 4-5pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Ages: 9-13
Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
Monday, November 14th • 4-5pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
What do sugar skulls, marigolds, and monarch butterflies have in common? Just like pumpkins, witches, and black cats are quintessential symbols of Halloween, these objects are associated with a different holiday: Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. We’ll learn about this interesting holiday, enjoy refreshments, and make fun celebration mementos.
Everyone loves Slink from the Disney Pixar Toy Story films. He’s a friend to all, and uses his stretchy body to save his pals in times of trouble. Join in on the fun of making our own Slink puppy pals!
Monday, November 21st • 4-5pm
Location: Community Room
These silly turkeys are a fun fall painting project that will be a great decoration piece for Thanksgiving! We’ll have a gobble-good time painting these wooden turkeys and getting in the mood to celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends.
Ages: Up to age 9
Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
November 1st-14th
NO REGISTRATION
All of the turkeys ran away, so they wouldn’t become dinner on Thanksgiving Day! If you were a turkey, where would you hide? Stop by the children’s department and pick up a run-away turkey kit. You’ll make a turkey craft, and give us two or three sentences telling us where you’d hide if you were a turkey. Bring your turkey back when you’re finished, so we can put it on display.
Saturday, November 5th • 2-3pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Enter the secret world full of magic, unicorns, and friendship! We’ll celebrate all things unicorn by reading stories, making crafts, and enjoying a tasty treat together. You won’t want to miss this magical unicorn experience.
Monday, November 7th • 9am-12pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
The science fair experience is loads of fun that homeschoolers can enjoy, too! If you love science, the Homeschool Science Fair is the place for you. There will be four grade categories: Pre-K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, and 9th-12th, AND three winners within each category! There will also be an overall winner who will take home the BIG TROPHY!
All projects will be displayed in the library auditorium for everyone to see. Set up begins at 9am, and judging starts at 10am. The award ceremony will begin at 12pm. You don’t want to miss this event! Entry forms are available in the children’s department.
Thursday, November 10th • 11am-12pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Stonehenge is a huge man-made circle of standing stones, built by our ancestors many hundreds of years ago. It’s one of the world’s most famous prehistoric monuments…and it’s one of the biggest mysteries too! We’ll take a look at some interesting secrets of this amazing monument and then we’ll make our own replica.
Thursday, November 17th • 6-7pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Did you know that building with LEGOs enhances fine motor skills? Bring your favorite master builder and take advantage of the library’s LEGO collection. Take home a LEGO book full of fun ideas that will keep building on your child’s imagination.
Tuesday, November 29th • 11am, 1pm, and 6pm
Location: Auditorium
This captivating theatre performance will introduce the audience to the rich culture of the Cherokee People through an amazing collection of Cherokee myths, legends, and folktales. These fun and engaging stories explain everything from the creation of the world to how the plants and animals around us came to look and behave the way they do today.
Saturday, November 19th • 2-4pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Have you ever wondered what a goldfish scale looks like? Let’s spend some time with our microscopes and get a close-up look at some amazing slides, including goldfish scales and an onion bulb epidermis. We’ll also travel to other science stations and explore some more interesting scientific observations.
Monday, November 28th • 4-7pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
This sensory playdate is geared for families with children ages 3-8 years old on the autism spectrum, or who may have other sensory needs. We’ll have stories, props, puzzles, toys, and other tactile objects to explore different ways to learn and have fun.
10am • Babygarten (Ages 1 to 3) 11am • Story Time (Preschool)
10am • Babygarten (Ages 1 to 3) 11am • Story Time (Preschool) 4pm • Readers are Leaders (Elementary)
Which story time is best for your child?
Babygarten: Designed for children up to age 3, this program provides a basic understanding of child development, while providing an engaging time for children and caregivers!
Storytime: This interactive storytime is designed for preschool aged children, and focuses on building cognitive, social, physical, and early literacy skills.
Readers are Leaders: Geared for school aged students, this program provides a time to discuss books, play games, and participate in hands-on activities.
Hellosaurus is an award-winning interactive video platform that empowers kids to be active participants in every story. Access content on Hoopla’s Bingepass and then download the Hellosaurus app to get started.
Home to your kid’s favorite characters and a library of 50+ hours of interactive content.
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“In November 1922, archeologist Howard Carter and his team of excavators uncovered the steps leading down into a forgotten tomb in the Valley of Kings located in Luxor, Egypt. What was supposed to be a run-of-the-mill mapping expedition soon became the biggest discovery of the decade, the untouched tomb of the Pharoah Tutankhamen. Visitors are encouraged to browse prints of the original Harry Burton photos taken at the time of the discovery and a sampling of replica artifacts found in the treasury of the boy king. Come immerse yourself into one of the most historic finds in human history.”
Photos courtesy of © Griffith Institute, University of Oxford
The library makes every reasonable effort to provide equal access to all patrons. Please contact us at (606) 864-5759 at least three days in advance to request accommodations.
