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Ancient Astronomy Explained with Dr. Jay Lemanski: How Do We Know? The Case of MUL.MUL

Saturday, June 15, 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 explain how Assyriologists are able to identify what stars and planets the Sumerian or Akkadian names are referring to.  As a case study, how Assyriolog...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

This presentation will explain how Assyriologists are able to identify what stars and planets the Sumerian or Akkadian names are referring to.  As a case study, how Assyriologists know that MUL.MUL refers to the Pleiades, and that Sitchen’s i

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.

Bingo Night

Monday, June 17, 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.

Paper Embroidery / Bordado en Papel

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Use simple embroidery skills to turn paper into art, then turn that art into a notebook! This program will take you through all the steps to make a beautiful and practical final pr...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Program Description:

Use simple embroidery skills to turn paper into art, then turn that art into a notebook! This program will take you through all the steps to make a beautiful and practical final product.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

EH Friends Book Club

Tuesday, June 18, 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. June's selection is Other Birds by...

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. June's selection is Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen

This event is in the "Adults" group.

True Crime Time: Mary Bell

Thursday, June 20, 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 we'll hear the tragic story of how Mary Bell became a killer at a very young age.  Join us each month to learn about interesting, mysterious and terrible crimes....

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

This month we'll hear the tragic story of how Mary Bell became a killer at a very young age. 

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.

Tea Time with Jenny

Saturday, June 22, 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.

Anti-Aging Facial Exercise Class

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Is your age beginning to show on your face? Don't take it lying down! Ms. Barb will teach us some anti-aging facial exercises to help stave off those wrinkles.

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:

Is your age beginning to show on your face? Don't take it lying down! Ms. Barb will teach us some anti-aging facial exercises to help stave off those wrinkles.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends Book Club Downtown

Monday, June 24, 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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Club for Adults

Wednesday, June 26, 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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

Wednesday, June 26, 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. June's book will be Murder by th...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
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.

June's book will be Murder by the Seashore by Samara Yew. The author will be joining us.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Casual Commander Club

Thursday, June 27, 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Community Blood Center Drive

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Give the gift of life with your donation of blood at the Downtown Library. Enjoy juice and cookies after, along with a selection of reading material...not every event location can ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Program Description:

Give the gift of life with your donation of blood at the Downtown Library. Enjoy juice and cookies after, along with a selection of reading material...not every event location can boast that!

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.

Ancient Astronomy Explained with Dr. Jay Lemanski: The Circular Astrolabe

Saturday, June 29, 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 examine one of the most interesting ancient texts, the Circular Astrolabe. We will explore what it says and means, and why Sitchen’s explanation of the text ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

This presentation will examine one of the most interesting ancient texts, the Circular Astrolabe. We will explore what it says and means, and why Sitchen’s explanation of the text is incorrect.

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, June 29, 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. June's book is E...

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.

June's book is Emma by Jane Austen.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

11th Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 7:30pm - 10:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Events, Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Join us for the 11th Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser for the library!  Teams can have a max of 6 people and the table fee is $90.  Doors open at 7:15 with the first questi...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Join us for the 11th Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser for the library!  Teams can have a max of 6 people and the table fee is $90.  Doors open at 7:15 with the first question being read at 7:30.  Drinks and grill-style food are availa

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Armchair Travel Series

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Go on a Scenic Cruise from our theater seats each first Monday of the summer months! We'll watch an episode of "Scenic Cruises of the World' and taste test some food from the place...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Program Description:

Go on a Scenic Cruise from our theater seats each first Monday of the summer months! We'll watch an episode of "Scenic Cruises of the World' and taste test some food from the places we 'traveled' on our armchair adventure.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stamp Art Paper Fan / Abanico de Papel con Arte Estampado

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Program Description:

Summer is heating up, but we have the solution for staying cool. Make your own personalized and beautiful fan with this simple, but effective method! We'll guide you through the pr...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:

Summer is heating up, but we have the solution for staying cool. Make your own personalized and beautiful fan with this simple, but effective method!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

History Speaks- From Goosetown to Midtown: How Immigration Shaped a Neighborhood

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Diversity, Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

From Goosetown to Midtown: How Immigration Shaped a Neighborhood with Dr. Kimberly Schutte The neighborhood around SS. Peter and Paul Church developed as a community of immigran...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Diversity, Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy
Program Description:

From Goosetown to Midtown: How Immigration Shaped a Neighborhood with Dr. Kimberly Schutte

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.

DIY Book Nooks

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Craft a delightful minitaure scene to adorn your bookshelf! Book Nooks are tiny dioramas that you can place between your books to provide a glimpse into a world hidden beyond your ...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:

Craft a delightful minitaure scene to adorn your bookshelf! Book Nooks are tiny dioramas that you can place between your books to provide a glimpse into a world hidden beyond your shelves. Supplies provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Final Girl Book Club

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Join your resident Spooky Girls, Jenna and Marina, for an evening of spine-tingling terror at the Final Girl Book Club. Each 2nd Tuesday of the month,  we will discuss a new b...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Program Description:

Join your resident Spooky Girls, Jenna and Marina, for an evening of spine-tingling terror at the Final Girl Book Club. Each 2nd Tuesday of the month,  we will discuss a new book in the horror and paranormal genres. 

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.

Spanish Club for Adults

Wednesday, July 10, 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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Washington Park Library: BYOBook Club

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) 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: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crêpe! That's Delicious!

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Crêpes are light, flexible pancakes just waiting for you to dress them up with berries, sugar, honey...yum! Join us to learn the art of cooking, flipping and filling these French c...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Health & Wellness
Program Description:

Crêpes are light, flexible pancakes just waiting for you to dress them up with berries, sugar, honey...yum! Join us to learn the art of cooking, flipping and filling these French classics. Bon appétit!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Ancient Astronomy Explained with Dr. Jay Lemanski: VAT 243: The Solar System Seal

Saturday, July 13, 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 examine the most iconic of the ancient texts: the Solar System Seal. Ancient Alien theorists claim it depicts the solar system with the sun in the middle. We...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

This presentation will examine the most iconic of the ancient texts: the Solar System Seal. Ancient Alien theorists claim it depicts the solar system with the sun in the middle.

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.