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Date: Thursday, November 12
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K, Children

Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library for Storytime. We will read books, make crafts, and have open play time. Swing on by and make some new friends!

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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.


Date: Thursday, November 12
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Teens, Adults

Description:

Come play bingo for books and small prizes! 

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Date: Thursday, November 12
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: Friday, November 13
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: Saturday, November 14
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Program Type: Community Events, Miscellaneous
Ages: Adults, All Ages

Description:

Gather your family and dress up in your holiday best for a free family photo at the library! We are hosting local photographer, Amanda DeWilde, to snap a quick family photo for free. Afterwards, you will receive an email with a digital copy of the picture for your personal use. First come, first serve, no reservations needed, we will go in order of the line.

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Date: Saturday, November 14
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Ages: Adults

Description:

Want to create a beautiful painting using watercolors but don't feel confident enough to jump in without guidance? This session is perfect for you! This will be a gentle introduction to basic techniques with beautiful results. All supplies provided.

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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.


Date: Saturday, November 14
Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
Room:
Program Type: Community Events, Miscellaneous
Ages: Adults, All Ages

Description:

Gather your family and dress up in your holiday best for a free family photo at the library! We are hosting local photographer, Amanda DeWilde, to snap a quick family photo for free. Afterwards, you will receive an email with a digital copy of the picture for your personal use. First come, first serve, no reservations needed, we will go in order of the line.

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Date: Saturday, November 14
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Off Site
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Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Ages: Adults

Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading and drinking tea. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.

November's book is the Astral Library by Kate Quinn. 

All 4 branches have a print book (please check with your preferred branch for availability).

 

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