Community Events
Samuels Public Library Adult Programming events for August 1-15
It’s Showtime at Your Library!
Summer reading isn’t just for kids. Check out Samuels Public Library’s 2019 Adult Summer Reading Program from June 7th to August 10th. This summer we’re taking show and tell to a new level. Cool programs, movies, and prizes for grownups. There’s something for everyone this summer at Samuels Library! Register for the summer reading program, for an opportunity to win awesome prizes, online at www.samuelslibrary.net or at the adult reference desk. Record each book you read online or ask reference staff to record titles for you. You will receive one entry in our weekly drawing for every print, eBook and audiobook you record. You can also download free ebooks, magazines, videos and music on our website so don’t miss out!
English as a Second Language Discussion Group
Samuels Public Library invites you to come out and join us for our English as a Second language discussion group starting. This is a conversational English language class for adults whose primary language is not English. All skill levels are welcome. Practice speaking English in a welcoming, group atmosphere. This group meets every Tuesday & Thursday at 10:00 am
It’s Time for Tasha Tudor
Join us at the Library Thursday, August 1st at 6:00 P.M. and meet Tasha Tudor collector and fan Laura Ellen Wade. Ms. Wade will discuss Tasha Tudor’s life and work and will share some of the original Tasha Tudor work, prints, and books from her extensive collection. Learn more about Tasha Tudor and experience some of Ms. Wade’s joy in sharing the knowledge of Tasha Tudor’s life and work.
The Show!
Juin is at the library Saturday, August 3rd @1:00 PM for the grand finale of our Adult Summer Reading Program Showtime @ Samuels Library. Karaoke, food, crazy talent acts and more. It’s an event not to be missed!
Poetry Workshop: A Consecration of the Wind
Join us at the Library Tuesday, August 8th at 6:00 P.M. as Local poet and educator Joanne Cherefko reads poems from her debut collection, A Consecration of the Wind, and lead a discussion of the poems and poetry in general.
Front Royal Sewing Group
Samuels Public Library invites you to the Front Royal Sewing Group that meets every 2nd and 4th Monday at 10:30 A.M. (August 12th, & 26th) and every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 6:00 P.M. (August 13th & 27th). People with all levels of sewing skills from beginner to advanced. Bring your own sewing machine. There is a limited number of extra sewing machines available for people who give advance notice.
Crochet Group
Samuels Public Library invites you to come out and learn how to crochet or share your talents. The group will meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 10:00 A.M (August 14th & 28th). All ability levels welcome.
How is “Data Science” Changing Ecology & Conservation Biology?
Join Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute research scientist Justin Calabrese Thursday, August 15th @6:00 P.M for a special program exploring how so-called “data science” is changing ecology and conservation biology. Dr. Calabrese is a research ecologist who has done extensive research around the world on animal movement.
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