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Date: Monday, September 14
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K

Description:

Join us for Storytime, where little listeners will cuddle up for a fun-filled story and then bring the tale to life with a hands-on craft adventure! Perfect for tiny hands and big imaginations. Ages 0-6.

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This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.


Date: Monday, September 14
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Ages: Teens

Description:

Low-Key Library Lounge (Ages 12–18)

Looking for a chill spot after school? Inspired by the Silent Book Club, our laid-back lounge is your relaxed hang-out hour. Bring a book, do a quiet craft, scroll with headphones, or just relax. Enjoy snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, phone chargers, and a friendly atmosphere. No reading assignments, no group talks & no pressure.

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


Date: Monday, September 14
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Miscellaneous, Movies
Ages: Adults

Description:

Didn't get enough of the girls at our July program? Well, Nick has more episodes to share! Come celebrate the 41st anniversary of the first airing of the Golden Girls. Snacks, photo ops and generally good vibes for all.

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


Date: Monday, September 14
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Adults

Description:

Adults are welcome to join Ms. Elizabeth to explore Kinusaiga, a Japanese fabric art form, sometimes called stitch-free patchwork. We will use foam board, fabric scraps, and a craft knife, to create a unique mosiac-like art piece. All supplies provided, but if you have specific fabric scraps you would like to use, feel free to bring them.

Registration required. 

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Date: Tuesday, September 15
Time: 10:00am - 10:45am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K

Description:

Get ready to sing, dance, read, and have so much fun for Storytime at the East Hills Library!

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Date: Tuesday, September 15
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Ages: Adults

Description:

Embrace new adventures through reading and discussion at the East Hills Library Book Club. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. This month's selection is The Wedding People by Alison Espach. 

This book club is sponsored by the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library.

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Date: Tuesday, September 15
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy
Ages: Children

Description:

This week we will be reading stories featuring self esteem and then making a fun craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.

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Date: Tuesday, September 15
Time: 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Ages: Adults

Description:

Regardless of what language you speak, TEFL certified instructor, Anne Kiske, will teach you basic English for free. Registration is for all eleven classes. Skills will build on previous sessions. 

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Date: Tuesday, September 15
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Carnegie Library
Room:
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Ages: Adults

Description:

Rejuvenate your mind and body. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat. Intended for ages 18+. Registration is required. Class size is limited. 

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Date: Tuesday, September 15
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: En Español, Games/Gaming
Ages: Children

Description:

Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month playing Lotería at the East Hills Library! Lotería is a game of chance, similar to Bingo, but using an image-filled deck of cards instead of numbered ping-pong balls. It's a fun way kids can learn memory and matching skills plus vocabulary words in English and Spanish. Bring your friends and family to have a good time, have snacks, and win prizes!

¡Da inicio al Mes de la Herencia Hispana jugando Lotería en la Biblioteca East Hills! La Lotería es un juego de azar similar al bingo, pero que utiliza un mazo de cartas con imágenes en lugar de bolas de ping-pong numeradas. Es una forma divertida para que los niños desarrollen habilidades de memoria y asociación, además de aprender vocabulario en inglés y español. ¡Trae a tus amigos y familiares para pasar un buen rato, disfrutar de bocadillos y ganar premios!

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