Community Events
Samuels Public Library Adult Programming events for April
You can find and register for all library events on our website, samuelslibrary.net.
Art and Poetry – Author Presentation
Please join Vanessa Sorenson for a presentation on her book called Zen Birds. Zen Birds illustrates 30 species of North American birds in a style inspired by traditional Asian brushwork and Haiku poetry. This presentation is co-sponsored by the Northern Shenandoah Valley Audubon Society and Friends of Samuels Public Library. Registration required. For additional information, please contact the library reference desk at (540) 635-3153 ext. 105. This event will be held on Saturday, April 3rd at 10 A.M.
Books & Beyond Informal Discussion
Love talking about books? Join our informal adult book club meeting where each month members catch up and discuss the different books they are reading outside the group’s choice for the month. This event will be held on Wednesday, April 7th at 10 A.M. (This group meets on every 1st Wednesday of the month.)
Genealogy Club
Interested in your family’s history? Already done extensive research and want to be able to share your finds? Join our virtual genealogy club where both novices and experts alike can come together and talk about different genealogy topics.
This event will be held on April 14th at 6 P.M.
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Constitution 101: Intellectual Property Clause
