August 2019 - Newsletter

August 2019

Library Newsletter Guide to Free Programs and Events

Dangerous Dan and The Funktown Horns August 16th

LOOK INSIDE! • Yoga Classes • Hot Pretzels

Homeschool Open House

• Mah Jongg

August 19th

• True Crime • Book Clubs • Game Nights • Arts & Crafts • Movies • LEGO Club

Technology Classes August 7th - 30th

Houston the Eagle Has Landed August 29th

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ADULTS

Visit laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.

Special Adult Patrons: Rain Gutter Races and Outdoor Games Tuesday, August 6th • 1-2pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION REQUIRED RTEC

Join us for lots of fun with these exciting outdoor games! Dress for the possibility of getting wet. We’ll meet outside of the auditorium under the awning to let the games begin. Participants’ caregivers need to be present. For ages 16 and older.

Get Your…Hot Pretzels!

Wednesday, August 7th • 6-7:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED RTEC Does the aroma and taste of a hot, buttery, salty, soft pretzel make your mouth water? An easy step-bystep demonstration of the process will be given, as well as a discussion of helpful tips that can be used at home to make these tantalizing treats.

A recipe and pretzel sample will be provided for participants.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia Tuesday, August 13th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED RTEC

Alzheimer’s is not normal aging. It’s a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior.

Yoga for Life

Wednesday, August 7th • 11am-12pm Monday, August 12th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION REQUIRED Are you curious about yoga? Then try this free session to find out more.

Danielle Huff, a Level 1 teacher of YogaFit, will lead us in a 60 minute class suitable for adults of any ability level, with emphasis on flexibility, breathing, and strength.

Yoga provides power to the mind, body, and spirit and develops flexibility which is one of the three major components of physical fitness.

Participants will need to dress comfortably and to bring a yoga mat or beach towel to class.

An Alzheimer’s Association representative will be here to discuss the impact of Alzheimer’s, differences between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages of the disease, risk factors, current research, available treatments, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

Bookmarked

Tuesday, August 13th • 6-7pm Location: Kentucky Room NO REGISTRATION Love to read and discuss what you’ve read? Join us at Bookmarked where you can take part in great conversations with others who love books as much as you do. You’ll discover new favorites, explore different genres, and share thoughts about a monthly selection. We want to hear what you think, so make plans to join us the second Tuesday of each month at 6pm to get Bookmarked.

This month’s selection is The Salt House by Lisa Duffy.

Dangerous Dan and The Funktown Horns: LIVE in Concert Friday, August 16th • 6-7:30pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION RTEC

Dangerous Dan & The Funktown Horns is an 11-piece powerhouse R&B, soul, and funk band comprised of some of the finest musicians Middle Tennessee has to offer. Featuring a dynamic 5-piece horn section, the band will get you off your seat and on your feet with classic songs from the 60s, 70s, and 80s!

From Steely Dan and Chicago to Joe Cocker and Stevie Wonder, this band kicks it into high gear and leaves audiences wanting more each and every performance.

This event is co-sponsored by PNC Bank and the Laurel County Public Library.

Murder by the Book

Thursday, August 15th • 6-7pm Location: Kentucky Room NO REGISTRATION Join fellow mystery readers each month and discuss a murderous, monthly selection. You’ll discover newto-you authors and books that could become a new favorite.

The book we’ll be reading this month is The Dry by Jane Harper. Federal Police Investigator Aaron Falk returns to his hometown for three funerals--those of Karen a popular school aid; her six-year-old son, Billy; and her husband, Luke, Aaron’s childhood best friend.

Twenty years ago while still teens, the boys gave each other bogus alibis for the afternoon of the suspicious drowning death of high school crush Ellie Deacon.

Now more than one person knows they didn’t tell the truth back then, and Luke is dead.

Bite Size Learning: Sepsis

Wednesday, August 21st • 12-1pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION REQUIRED RTEC (Deadline: August 19th at 12pm) Bite Size Learning is an educational, free lunch series brought to you by CHI Saint Joseph Health.

Dr. Thomas Mullins will lead a discussion on sepsis awareness. Topics will include a definition of sepsis, prevention, risk factors, symptoms, and treatment.

True Crime Cases: Laci Peterson Tuesday, August, 27th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION REQUIRED RTEC

Matinee Movie: Breakthrough

Wednesday, August 21st • 1:30-3:30pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION APPRECIATED RTEC This month the library is featuring the PG-rated movie Breakthrough that is based upon the book by Joyce Smith. It stars Topher Grace, Chrissy Metz, and Josh Lucas.

This month we’ll be discussing the disappearance and murder of Laci and Conner Peterson. Laci was 8 months pregnant with her first child when she was last seen alive on December 24, 2002. Her husband, Scott Peterson, would later be convicted of firstdegree murder for her death, and second-degree murder for the death of her unborn son. Scott is currently on death row at San Quentin State Prison and recently has been the subject of doubt about his conviction.

Suggested Reading: For Laci: A Mother’s Story of Love, Loss, and Justice by Sharon Rocha and Laci: Inside the Laci Peterson Murder by Michael Fleeman.

When her 14-year-old son drowns in a lake, a faithful mother prays for him to come back from the brink of death and be healed.

Writers’ Ink

Monday, August 26th • 4-5pm Location: Kentucky Room REGISTRATION APPRECIATED If you’re interested in improving your writing skills and finding other writers to share ideas and techniques with, then come to the Laurel County Public Library for this month’s writers’ group meeting.

Associate Professor Amanda Morris from Somerset Community College will facilitate the session.

Learn to Play Mah Jongg

Tuesday, August 27th • 5:30-7:30pm Location: Kentucky Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED Get in on the fun during this introductory session where participants will learn the basics of Mah Jongg, a game of skill, strategy, and calculation that involves a degree of chance.

Houston the Eagle Has Landed Thursday, August 29th • 6-7:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED RTEC

On July 20, 1969 three American astronauts –Neal Armstrong, Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, and Michael Collins – undertook a historic journey from earth to the moon.

Armstrong and Aldrin became the first men to walk on the moon, leaving their footprints on both the lunar surface and world history.

Discover the roles that politics, science, and sacrifice played in our race for space, as we commemorate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11. Professor Elizabeth Kitts is returning to facilitate the program.

No waiting. No late fees.

Always available.

Hoopla allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone, and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to mobile devices like phones and tablets for offline enjoyment later.

Hoopla offers hundreds of thousands of titles to choose from, with more being added daily. laurellibrary.org/digital_media/hoopla

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES The Laurel County Public Library offers a wide range of technology classes to help you develop and improve the skills that are so important in the digital age.

With different topics being taught each month, a knowledgeable staff, and hands-on learning, there’s sure to be something we can help you with. Participants must have a library card, valid email address, and be 18+ to participate.

Hoopla & Kanopy Streaming Services Wednesday, August 7th • 1-2:30pm Monday, August 26th • 6-7:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED RTEC

Attend this class to create your account and learn the basics of using these services. All you’ll need is your library card and your pin number.

Hoopla offers an outstanding collection of e-books, audiobooks, comics, movies, TV shows and music.

Kanopy showcases documentaries, classic films, independent films, and a Kanopy Kids section.

Online Job Search

Friday, August 23rd • 1–2:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED RTEC Looking for a job? This class will give you some tips to searching online using popular job search sites and other useful resources

Interview Tips & Techniques Friday, August 30th • 1-2:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED RTEC

Nervous about your upcoming job interview? This class will help you put your best foot forward as you prepare for the interview process.

TEENS

Grades: 7-12th Visit laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.

DIY-To-Go!

All Month Long Location: Teen Space NO REGISTRATION Can’t make it to one of the art events? That’s okay, just stop by the Teen Space and grab your DIY-to-go bag! Each bag has a variety of interesting materials to use for fun DIY projects that you can make here or at home.

Teen Coding

Tuesday, August 6th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED Grab a friend and stop by the library to learn about writing code! During this session, we’ll be continuing our gaming and art coding series.

Teen Art Night

Thursday, August 8th • 5:30-7pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION APPRECIATED Unleash your inner artist during a night of creative expression using a variety of materials. Let your imagination run rampant and create an awesome piece of art!

Art Club: Sculptures Part 1 Friday, August 16th • 5:30-7pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION

Join your fellow artists at Art Club, where your creativity can be expressed and explored. This month we’ll be exploring the art of sculpting. During this first session, you’ll be sculpting your very own creation.

Be sure to join us next month for part two!

Button Madness

Tuesday, August 20th • 5-6pm Location: Teen Space NO REGISTRATION Enjoy this fun night of button-making! Bring a friend, choose your design, and make a wearable piece of art that’s the perfect accessory for any occasion. It’s the perfect piece of stylish flair for a backpack or a jacket.

Level Up!

Wednesday, August 21st • 4-6pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION

Zine-tastic!

Wednesday, August 14th • 5-6pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION APPRECIATED Have you ever wanted to create your very own magazine or comic book? Zines are a mini magazines created for self-expression. Join us as we learn how to create some fantastic Zines! Show off your creativity and create your very own!

Are you a gamer? Bring a friend and stop by the library for a fun-filled game night. There are so many games to choose from, including: board games, card games, or Wii games that you can play on the big screen! Join us and let the games begin!

Meme Theme Shirts!

Performing Arts Club: Spoken Word

Memes here, memes there, memes everywhere!

Grab a friend and stop by the library to turn an ordinary t-shirt into a hilarious and wearable meme!

Grab a friend and stop by the library for this month’s Performing Arts Club! Discover artistic expression and explore your creativity! This month’s theme is spoken word. We’ll be practicing our spoken word skills and performing on-stage.

Wednesday, August 28th • 5-6pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED

TWEENS

Thursday, August 29th • 5-7pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION

Ages: 9-13 Visit laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.

Unique Unicorn Keepsakes

Book Buzz

Did you know that most historians believe the legend of the unicorn began in Greece?

Stop by the library and we’ll paint a small wooden unicorn keepsake, and learn about some interesting unicorn legends.

Do you love Harry Potter? Come to Book Buzz and we’ll test your knowledge with some Harry Potter trivia, participate in a reading challenge, and enjoy a sweet reward!

Monday, August 5th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION

Pretty as a Picture Postcards Monday, August 12th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION

Today we’ll be looking at some famous postcards and then recreating them on postcard-sized canvas. Stop by and add your own unique twist to your very own postcard creation.

Zany Zines

Thursday, August 15th • 4-5:30pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Have you ever wanted to create your own small book or magazine? Stop by and we’ll have fun creating a zany “Zine” that we can take home and show family and friends!

Tuesday, August 20th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION

Tween Game Night

Monday, August 26th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Games are the perfect way to pass the time on a lazy summer evening! Meet your old friends at the library and make some new friends, while you enjoy playing a variety of fun games!

KIDS

Ages: Up to age 9 Visit laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.

LEGO Club

Thursday, August 15th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Parents! 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.

Storytime with the London Police Dept.

Wednesday, August 7th • 11am-12pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION

An officer from the London Police Department will be here to share a story with us! Following the story, we’ll have an activity you can take home with you.

Preschool Playdate

Friday, August 9th • 11am-12pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Let’s have a playdate at the library! We’ll meet up with our old friends and make some new ones!

Let’s dance, read stories, play, and enjoy a fun time together!

Pop and Tot Storytime

Monday, August 12th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Calling all dads, grandfathers, and uncles! Spend an evening with your little one reading some exciting books, singing some fun songs, and getting creative with a hands-on activity. While you’re here take some time to work a puzzle and visit our block table. Be sure to check out some books for the perfect bedtime story!

Children’s Matinee Movie: The Ladybug Saturday, August 17th • 11am-1pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION

In this adorable family adventure, a ladybug named Ruby longs for freedom and a better life. She escapes from her laboratory cage with the help of a beetle and a stinkbug, and makes her way to a better land! This movie is rated PG.

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Homeschool Open House

Monday, August 19th • 5:30-7pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION RTEC The library has many services that would greatly benefit the homeschooling community. Drop in for the Homeschool Open House and explore your options. Meet library staff, take a tour, and learn about all the free online resources the library has available with your library card.

While you’re here, browse our shelves to see what will complement your homeschool curriculum! Tween and Teen Homeschool events will be introduced at this event! You don’t want to miss it!

STORYTIME SCHEDULE Tuesday 10am • Babygarten 11am • Ready to Read

Wednesday 10am • Babygarten 11am • Ready to Read 4pm • Readers are Leaders

Saturday 11am • Storytime

Which Storytime 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!

Ready to Read: 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.

Saturday Storytime: Fun for all ages, this storytime is a way to fill your Saturday morning with excitement!

Back to School

ON DISPLAY The Notes Rose up in Flames: Music and the Holocaust August 1st - 30th

The amount of talent that was displaced, suppressed, and destroyed by the Holocaust is immeasurable.

Through actual documents, concert programs, photos, and stories, you’ll marvel at the accomplishments, be staggered by the restrictions, and grieve at the demise of this rich, musical talent.

The overarching theme of the magic that music played for the Jewish people locked inside Nazi Europe is very important to this exhibit. Music was central to Jewish life; a means of expression, of resistance, and of community.

Even when they were forbidden to play and were deported to ghettos and concentration camps, music kept them alive, a touchstone to their humanity.

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You’ll enjoy unlimited access to thousands of online art and craft classes. Watch classes anytime, anywhere. New content is added weekly and they offer projects for all skill levels.

Classes never expire which means you can start and stop projects at your own pace.

Use your library card and create an account today. laurellibrary.org/resources/creativebug

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