Monday, May 1st • 11am-1pm Location: Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join us for an informative class led by Janet Greene, a passionate healthcare professional with over 10 years of experience in patient advocacy and wellness. You’ll gain a better understanding of Parkinson’s and learn strategies for managing symptoms through medication, medical procedures, and most importantly, an active and positive lifestyle. Janet will share her personal experience and provide insights on how you can take an active role in your own wellness, empowering both patients and caregivers. This class will provide valuable resources to help you live well today and for many years to come. This program will conclude with a light lunch.
Thursday, May 4th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
You may know Kenobi starts with a K or Wookiee has two E’s at the end, but how are you when it comes to spelling the hard Star Wars words? Compete against teams of up to 3 people to find out if the Force is with you. The winning team will receive a prize and serious bragging rights. You must pre-register your team to participate by contacting Susan or Megan at the library. Guests who come to watch the event don’t need to register.
Tuesday, May 9th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Let your creativity blossom! Discover the joy in creating a beautiful button bouquet. This delightful craft is guaranteed to add a touch whimsy to any shelf.
Bookmarked Book Club
Tuesday, May 9th • 6-7pm Location: Kentucky Room NO REGISTRATION
This month’s selection is Broken by Jenny Lawson, a deeply relatable book filled with humor and honesty about depression and anxiety. Broken is a beacon of hope and a wellspring of laughter when we all need it most.
Wednesday, May 17th • 1-3pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
A joyous, emotional, heartbreaking celebration of the life and music of Whitney Houston, one of the greatest female R&B pop vocalists of all time, tracking her journey from obscurity to musical superstardom. This movie is rated PG-13.
Friday, May 19th • 8:30-10:15pm
Location: Front Parking Lot
NO REGISTRATION
Bring your camp chairs and join us as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of this classic family movie. When Scottie Smalls moves to a new neighborhood, he manages to make friends with a group of kids who play baseball at the sandlot. The new gang of friends finds themselves caught in many adventures, including getting a prized ball back from the menacing neighborhood dog. This movie is rated PG.
Thursday, May 11th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Join us for unforgettable stories of journeying through the rugged and awe-inspiring landscape of Alaska as Musher, Karen Land, and her trusted Alaskan Husky, Noggin, visit the library. Learn about the thrill of riding on the runners of a sled, and guiding a team of magnificent dogs across the vast Alaskan terrain.
As a three-time participant in the grueling 1000mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, Land has a wealth of knowledge to share. She has also competed in numerous sprint and endurance races. With her vast experience, Land will answer questions, from caring for a team of Alaskan Huskies to whether your dog has what it takes to be a sled dog.
Tuesday, May 30th • 1pm and 6pm Location: Auditorium
Guinness World Record Holder David Fisher, The Rope Warrior, will bring an entertaining and interactive jump rope show to our stage. His jump rope tricks, stunts, extraordinary speed and record-breaking jumps have been seen on over 100 national TV programs, including The Today Show, Good Morning America, The NBC Nightly News, SportsCenter, and CNN. His agility and skill have also won him the title of World’s Greatest Rope Jumper by Ripley’s Believe It Or Not!
Thursday, May 25th • 11am-12pm Location: Auditorium
Watch our veteran video tributes from past oral history projects, along with stories and pictures submitted by families who gave a voice to those who are no longer with us.
Author, Victor Edwards, will also join us at the event for a signing of his book, A Corpsman Story: A Journey Through the Valley of the Shadow of Death. The book tells of his experiences in Vietnam, the challenges of battle, and the mental and emotional roller coaster of grief and loss.
True Crime: Susan Marie Powell
Tuesday, May 30th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room
Susan Marie Powell is an American missing person from West Valley City, Utah, whose disappearance and presumed murder, as well as the subsequent investigation and events, garnered national media attention. The Powell case is still an open cold case under investigation.
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!
Guided Tour of BiblioCommons
Friday, May 5th • 11am-12pm Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Learn how to use the library website and mobile app to browse the catalog, place holds, view your borrowing history, etc. Bring your device for help and questions.
Guided Tour of Kanopy
Friday, May 5th • 12-1pm Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Learn how to watch movies and documentaries on your TV, computer, phone, and tablet using your library card. Bring your device for help and questions.
Monday, May 15th • 2-3pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Learn tips and tricks for improving your computer’s performance through common maintenance tasks. We’ll review power and battery life, hardware maintenance, laptop protection, performance and reliability, and more! Let’s keep your computer running efficiently and safely.
Thursday, May 25th • 2-3pm Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
No need to feel intimidated by the world of computers if you’re just starting out. We’re here to guide you and help you gain a solid understanding of computer basics. We’re available to answer any questions you may have. With our assistance, you’ll soon become an expert in computer basics.
Wednesday, May 10th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Craft a beautiful tulip-themed Mother’s Day card for your mom. Get creative with different colors and textures, and add a personal message to show your love and gratitude. It’s a fun and heartfelt way to celebrate your mom on her special day!
Wednesday, May 17th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium Patio
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Get ready to jazz up your sock game with tie dye! It’s a totally rad and imaginative way to inject some pizzazz and flair into your wardrobe. Show off your artistic skills and add a burst of color to your sock collection!
Wednesday, May 31st • 2-3pm Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Looking for a fun way to kick off your summer vacay with your friends? Satisfy your sweet tooth while hanging out with your besties at this ice cream social! Scoops of your favorite flavors and tasty toppings await. Let’s indulge and celebrate the end of the school year!
Rin Chupeco
Grades: 7-12th
Rin Chupeco wrote obscure manuals for complicated computer programs, talked people out of their money at event shows, and did many other terrible things. They now write about ghosts and fairy tales but is still sometimes mistaken as a revenant. They were born and raised in the Philippines and. or so the legend goes, still haunts that place to this very day. Their pronouns are they/them.
Ages:
Sweet Sips Par-tea
Tuesday, May 9th • 4-5pm
Location: Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Get ready for a super fun tea party! Let’s sip on some yummy tea and enjoy delicious treats while Sheila Parrett shows us how to make our very own edible tea cups and saucers! We’ll have a tea-riffic time creating and tasting our own sweet treats.
Mosaic Sand Art
Taste the World: AAPI Heritage Celebration
Tuesday, May 2nd • 4-5pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
These tasty treats will take you on snacking adventures without ever having to hop on an airplane. We’ll say goodbye to the usual, boring snacks and explore a variety of snacks from around the world. We’ll try them and determine if they’re yum or yuck.
Monday, May 15th • 4-5pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Butterflies have beautiful, vibrant wings that make us smile when they flutter by! Let’s create our very own mosaic version using sand. We’ll use lots of bright and cheerful colors to bring our butterfly to life. It’s the perfect decoration to celebrate summer!
Thursday, May 4th • 4-6pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
May the 4th be with you! Gear up for an intergalactic gala! Explore a galaxy of Star Wars activities and crafts at our themed stations. Immerse yourself in the world of Jedi and Sith with our impressive collection of Star Wars literature, available for checkout. Don’t miss this chance this chance to experience an out-of-this-world adventure!
LEGO Club
Thursday, May 18th • 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.
Thursday, May 11th • 1-2pm Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Did you know the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is the longest dog race in the world? It’s a whopping 1,049 miles long and takes place in Alaska. We’re going to meet an Iditarod musher and their sled dog to learn about the race, the gear they use, and some fascinating facts about the Iditarod!
Ages: Up to age 9
Thursday, May 25th • 2-3pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Create an exciting sensory experience for young learners with a squishy, gel-filled ABC sensory bag. This engaging activity promotes the development of tactile perception and letter recognition, while also enhancing fine motor skills.
Saturday, May 27th • 2-3pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Discover the captivating life cycle of caterpillars and their enchanting transformation into magnificent butterflies. Engage in a creative STEAM craft session to make your very own butterfly masterpiece. As a bonus, take home a pack of butterfly-attracting seeds to enhance the vibrancy of your gardens and yards.
Saturday, May 13th • 1-2pm
Location: Auditorium
Join in the laughter and sing along in this engaging and interactive performance that showcases three beloved children’s books: The Gruffalo’s Child, We Are in a Book!, and Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons. This theatrical experience provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to immerse yourself in the worlds of these cherished stories and enjoy them in a whole new way!
Lot’s of great new titles are hitting the shelves this month. Keep checking our website and our app and be one of the first to place a hold on your next great book or video!
Freddy Fossil
Tuesdays 10am • Babygarten 11am • Storytime
Wednesdays 10am • Babygarten 11am • Storytime
4pm • Readers are Leaders
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 exciting hands-on activities.
Bright Star Theatre: Aesop’s Fables
Frisch Marionettes: Variety Show
Forward BMX Show
Summer Soiree with David Hall
All events are FREE to attend. For more information, call the library at (606) 864-5759 or by visiting our website.
The library makes every reasonable effort to provide equal access to all patrons. Please contact the library at least three days in advance to request accommodations. Follow
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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.
