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Beginner's Spanish for Adults

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Lectures/Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

It's never too late to learn a new language! Join us for these free Spanish classes at the library every Monday evening for five weeks. Registration is required, reserve your spot

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Lectures/Speakers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Program Description:
It's never too late to learn a new language! Join us for these free Spanish classes at the library every Monday evening for five weeks. Registration is required, reserve your spot today! ...

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Key to a Successful Retirement

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Are you planning to retire in the next few years? Do you have questions? Come learn some of the basics of retirement from Jerry and Nancy Makison. They have over 20 years of experi

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Program Description:
Are you planning to retire in the next few years? Do you have questions? Come learn some of the basics of retirement from Jerry and Nancy Makison. They have over 20 years of experience in the insurance and retirement field. They will share their know...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Club Room at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

BYOB: Bring your own books!  If you like to talk about books you are reading, join us for an informal discussion about what you have been reading.  Diana will have a show

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:
BYOB: Bring your own books!  If you like to talk about books you are reading, join us for an informal discussion about what you have been reading.  Diana will have a show and tell about new and exciting books in the library that you can che...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate Knitting

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

So you've learned the basics and want a bit more of a challenge in your knitting projects? Join us as we learn more advanced techniques to spectacular effect. In this series, you w

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Program Description:
So you've learned the basics and want a bit more of a challenge in your knitting projects? Join us as we learn more advanced techniques to spectacular effect. In this series, you will learn how to carry colors, create cables and knitting in the round...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

How to Declutter and Organize Photos

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Join Mindi L. Smith, Certified Organizational Specialist™️, to learn how to declutter and organize your photograph collection. You can optionally bring some photos to work on

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies
Program Description:
Join Mindi L. Smith, Certified Organizational Specialist™️, to learn how to declutter and organize your photograph collection. You can optionally bring some photos to work on during the workshop. Be sure to bring any questions that you may have....
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Plant Swap

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Do you have a plethora of plants? Are you looking for something new for your garden, indoor or out? Join us for our first Plant Swap at the East Hills Library. Ms. Wendy Lilly, own

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening
Program Description:
Do you have a plethora of plants? Are you looking for something new for your garden, indoor or out? Join us for our first Plant Swap at the East Hills Library. Ms. Wendy Lilly, owner of Unique Unicorn, will be on site to offer her plant wisdom. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends of the Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Regular meeting of the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library Board.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:
Regular meeting of the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library Board. ...

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Club for Adults

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Do you want to be able to practice Spanish in a judgment-free setting? This will be an immersive language club for adults, perfect for people who know some Spanish, but are afraid

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
Do you want to be able to practice Spanish in a judgment-free setting? This will be an immersive language club for adults, perfect for people who know some Spanish, but are afraid that the old adage of "If you don't use it, you lose it" will come tru...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY, Why Don't You: Floral Suncatchers

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

May flowers never last long enough. This month, we'll make charming suncatchers using natural materials to bring spring into your home and keep it all year round!  

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Program Description:
May flowers never last long enough. This month, we'll make charming suncatchers using natural materials to bring spring into your home and keep it all year round!   ...

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Speed Puzzling

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Club Room at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Grab a partner and join us for a Speed Puzzle Competition at Washington Park Library! Each team will compete to be the first to complete a puzzle, and win a prize! This program is

Required
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games/Gaming, Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Program Description:
Grab a partner and join us for a Speed Puzzle Competition at Washington Park Library! Each team will compete to be the first to complete a puzzle, and win a prize! This program is intended for adults. Registration required.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee and Crafts

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Join as as we paint tea pot planters and assemble felt succulents.   While supplies last.    

Required
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:
Join as as we paint tea pot planters and assemble felt succulents.   While supplies last.     ...

Disclaimer(s)

This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ancient Astronomy Explained: The Keeping of Time

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

This presentation will discuss how the Mesopotamians organized the year and their months, as well as how they kept time during the day. Knowing how Mesopotamians kept time is impor

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
This presentation will discuss how the Mesopotamians organized the year and their months, as well as how they kept time during the day. Knowing how Mesopotamians kept time is important to understanding their astronomical texts. ...

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner's Spanish for Adults

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

It's never too late to learn a new language! Join us for these free Spanish classes at the library every Monday evening for five weeks. Registration is required, sign-up is for all

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Program Description:
It's never too late to learn a new language! Join us for these free Spanish classes at the library every Monday evening for five weeks. Registration is required, sign-up is for all four weeks. Reserve your spot today! ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

True Crime Time: Skeletons in the Closet and on the Screen

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

This month is a real treat as Kaitlin East, a forensic anthropologist from Omaha, NE, presents a fun and interesting talk about what pop culture gets wrong (and occasionally right)

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
This month is a real treat as Kaitlin East, a forensic anthropologist from Omaha, NE, presents a fun and interesting talk about what pop culture gets wrong (and occasionally right) about forensic anthropology! Join us each month to learn about int...

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoon Tea Book Club

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis. May's book is We

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:
Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis. May's book is Weyward by Emilia Hunt. All 4 branches have a print book (please...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner's Spanish for Adults

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

It's never too late to learn a new language! Join us for these free Spanish classes at the library every Monday evening for five weeks. Registration is required, sign-up is for all

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Program Description:
It's never too late to learn a new language! Join us for these free Spanish classes at the library every Monday evening for five weeks. Registration is required, sign-up is for all four weeks. Reserve your spot today! ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bingo Night

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Join the East Hills branch for a fun-filled night of BINGO!  Prizes will be provided by the library.  Intended for adults, ages 18+

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Program Description:
Join the East Hills branch for a fun-filled night of BINGO!  Prizes will be provided by the library.  Intended for adults, ages 18+ ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends Book Club Downtown

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Do you love reading?  Do you enjoy talking about what you're reading?  You should join us for our Friends Book Club Downtown.  The fourth Monday of every month will

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:
Do you love reading?  Do you enjoy talking about what you're reading?  You should join us for our Friends Book Club Downtown.  The fourth Monday of every month will discuss a different title.  Call Chelsea for more information at ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

EH Friends Book Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Embrace new adventures through reading and discussion at the Friends EH Book Club. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. May's selection is All That is Mine I C

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:
Embrace new adventures through reading and discussion at the Friends EH Book Club. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. May's selection is All That is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Club for Adults

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Do you want to be able to practice Spanish in a judgment-free setting? This will be an immersive language club for adults, perfect for people who know some Spanish, but are afraid

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
Do you want to be able to practice Spanish in a judgment-free setting? This will be an immersive language club for adults, perfect for people who know some Spanish, but are afraid that the old adage of "If you don't use it, you lose it" will come tru...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tea Time with Jenny

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Bring your own craft (crochet, cross-stitch, knitting, etc) to work on while sipping tea.

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:
Bring your own craft (crochet, cross-stitch, knitting, etc) to work on while sipping tea. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ancient Astronomy Explained: The Three Paths & Heliacal Risings

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

This presentation discusses what is probably the most ancient knowledge of the Mesopotamians: How they divided the eastern horizon into the paths of Enlil, Anu, and Ea, and how the

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Program Description:
This presentation discusses what is probably the most ancient knowledge of the Mesopotamians: How they divided the eastern horizon into the paths of Enlil, Anu, and Ea, and how they kept track of the stars that rose in the east. ...

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the virtual cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read. May's book will be Peril in Pink

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Program Description:
Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the virtual cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read. May's book will be Peril in Pink by Sydney Leigh. The author will be joining us. All 4 branches hav...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Casual Commander Club

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

This is a club for all those who love Magic the Gathering! Bring your own Magic the Gathering commander format* deck to battle and destroy your friends and strangers! The Comm

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Program Description:
This is a club for all those who love Magic the Gathering! Bring your own Magic the Gathering commander format* deck to battle and destroy your friends and strangers! The Commander format is all about picking your hero and building a deck around...