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Date: Wednesday, July 8
Time: 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: Performances
Ages: Children, All Ages

Description:

Fun programs of magic, puppets and comedy that kids are sure to love! The programs teach about reading, character, science, and more!

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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.


Date: Thursday, July 9
Time: 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Ages: Adults

Description:

Quarterly meeting of the SJPL Foundation.

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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.


Date: Thursday, July 9
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Ages: Adults

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 them. In this casual, multiplayer format, you choose a legendary creature to serve as your commander and build the rest of your deck around their color identity and unique abilities. The deck must have 100 cards, including your commander and power level 8 and under decks recommended. Time to devour your enemies! 

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Date: Thursday, July 9
Time: 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Ages: Adults

Description:

Library Board of Trustees Nominating Committee meeting.

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Disclaimer(s):
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.


Date: Friday, July 10
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Ages: Baby - Pre-K

Description:

Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection. In addition, we will sing songs and fingerplays featuring rhythm instruments, ribbon wands, scarves and/or shakers.

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Date: Friday, July 10
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Community Events, Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy
Ages: Adults

Description:

Please help us welcome Dr. Karen Kissinger as she presents on her experiences as an Ioway living in the city, discusses the Ioways, addresses cultural appropriation versus appreciation, and provides a safe space to explore culturally offensive terminology. In addition, she will outline the economic development enterprises of her tribe, with a thumbnail sketch of the past, present, and future. 

Dr. Kissinger is a certified Life and Leadership Coach, award winning educator, and former green business owner. As a professional educator Kissinger worked for more than twenty years in secondary education and now continues to teach and coach in the areas of personal growth and leadership.

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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.


Date: Saturday, July 11
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
Room:
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: All Ages

Description:

Just us for some dinosaur crafts!

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Disclaimer(s):
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.