Cinephilia is an academic word literally meaning “love of cinema,” but it also contains hints of nostalgia and passion for a film art that was undoubtedly the defining media experience of the twentieth century. As such, cinema has a variegated and fascinating history which extends well beyond the Hollywood we are all familiar with. Meant […]
This month, we will read and discuss Yellow Wife by Sadeqa Johnson. We meet in hybrid format. Come to the library with your mask or join over Zoom. Fill out the form below to receive the link. Yellow Wife tells the tale of Pheby, "a woman whose struggle to survive and to protect the […]
Join us on the lawn for running, jumping, and bubble-popping fun! Mr. Vinny is bringing his hand-made, giant bubble wand to create floating blobs of soapy goodness. The kids can chase and pop to their heart's delight, while Mr. Vinny tells jokes and answers questions. It will be good clean fun!
Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of Winter Counts by David Heska Wanbli Weiden. Copies available at the library, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link.
Perhaps you have smelled the lovely fragrance of a peony and were immediately transported back to a time long ago in your grandmother’s garden. Have you ever wondered why that is? Joanne Pearson is back to enlighten us about the power of aroma and its importance in the garden. In this program, we’ll look at […]
Join us on the lawn of the library for a musical show! Elijah T. Grasshopper & Friends are a children's music group featuring Emma "Go-Go Green" Bean and their puppet pals, Willa the Worm and Weatherbee Frog. This program is best suited for children ages 2 through 8, but can be enjoyed by all ages. […]
Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for some story time fun! Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invited to say hi to Newton & even play with some of his […]
Please note: this month the History Book Club will meet on Thursday, July 21. Join us for a virtual discussion of: Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass, an American slave, written by himself . Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass : an American slave / written by himself. Copies of the book will […]
This month, we will discuss The Year of Living Danishly: My Twelve Months Unearthing the Secrets of the World's Happiest Country by Helen Russell. When journalist Helen Russell and her husband move to Denmark so her husband can work for Lego, Russell begins a quest to determine why Denmark is often considered the happiest place on […]
Cinephilia is an academic word literally meaning “love of cinema,” but it also contains hints of nostalgia and passion for a film art that was undoubtedly the defining media experience of the twentieth century. As such, cinema has a variegated and fascinating history which extends well beyond the Hollywood we are all familiar with. Meant […]
Join us for a special owl story time with local artist and children's book illustrator Rob Dunlavey! Rob will read his book, Owl Sees Owl, and Miss Fran will read a few more. There will also be a craft for the kiddos to enjoy. We'll be in our usual shady spot on the lawn […]
This month, we will read and discuss On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong. We meet in hybrid format. Come to the library with your mask or join over Zoom. Fill out the form below to receive the link. Voung's debut novel is a sweeping and shattering portrait of a family, and a testament to […]
Henry the Juggler (alias Henry Lappen) is considered armed (and legged) and dangerous. He is known to cause spontaneous outbursts of laughter. He speaks little, but says a great deal through his expression and body language (and road signs!). He has in his possession BALLS, CLUBS, RINGS, TORCHES and other apparatus of his trade. […]
Bring along a blanket, some chairs, and maybe a picnic dinner, too, and join us on the lawn for some fun family tunes! Two of a Kind is a musical duo specializing in high-energy, interactive performances for children and families. David and Jenny get audiences of all ages involved in the show through singing, movement, […]
ImagArena is a building workshop designed to awaken the imagination of every child! This hands-on program combines the spirit of an art program, the materials of a building workshop, and the framework of a video game to provide an experience that all will enjoy. This program will be held outside, weather permitting, so bring a […]
Join us for a virtual Zoom discussion of The Maid by Nita Prose. Copies available at the library, or borrow as an ebook or digital audiobook through Libby. Please email cstirling@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom link.
