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Madison Library Adult Events October 2016
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Adult Spelling Bee
Thursday, October 20, 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm
Rocket Republic Brewing Company
Kick it old school with us at Rocket Republic Brewing Company for an Adult Spelling Bee. We'll have food trucks, local authors signing books, a silent auction, the HMCPL BookMobile, and of course the Spelling Bee!
If you participate in the Spelling Bee, you could win a $100 gift card to Rocket Republic AND a bag full of swag from the Madison Public Library. Proceeds benefit Madison Public Library. Adults 21+ only. Contact Anne at awood@hmcpl.org for more information and check out the Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/160762144372680/
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American Mah Jongg
Mondays and Fridays, 12:00pm
Adult Fiction Section
Let’s play American Mah Jongg! New and experienced players welcome. Contact Teresa at tallison@hmcpl.org for more information.
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Downton Abbey Fan Club
Every Monday, 6:30pm
Meeting Room
We're watching from the beginning! Join us every Monday to relive every moment of the show we just can't let go of yet. Contact Anne at awood@hmcpl.org for more information.
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Artrageous: Journaling, Doodling, and Hand Lettering
Saturday, October 8, 2:00pm
Meeting Room
A monthly studio session that's a little bit artsy, a little bit crafty, and totally book nerdy. Join us for an afternoon of journaling, hand lettering, doodling and more. We'll provide some supplies but if you have your own journal or book to decorate, please bring it! This event is free and open to adults and teens.
Contact Amanda at acampbell@hmcpl.org for more information.
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Books for Beer Nerds
Sunday, October 9, 3:30pm
Rocket Republic Brewing Company
We have partnered with Rocket Republic Brewing Co. to start up a new Book Club! "Books for Beer Nerds" is now a monthly book club at Rocket Republic. This is our second meeting and the book being discussed is But What If We're Wrong? by Chuck Klosterman.
Contact Anne at awood@hmcpl.org for more information!
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Madison Murder, Ink: Read any title by Michael Connelly
Thursday, October 13, 6:30pm
For all lovers of gritty, hard-hitting crime thrillers that feature mayhem, suspense, and flat-out great writing. Be warned! These are not your granny's detective mysteries! Contact Sarah at ssledge@hmcpl.org for more information.
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Books In Review
Third Mondays, 6:00pm
NOTE: The Library will be closed on October 17th and an alternative date and/or location will be announced at a later date.
This is not your typical book club! Come talk about whatever you’re reading, then hear 3 book reviews from group members. All ages welcome, all genres covered. Contact Anne at awood@hmcpl.org for more information.
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Knit 1, Read Too! : The Witches by Stacy Schiff
Wednesday, October 19, 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Do you like to read? Do you quilt, knit, or cross-stitch? Come join us! All readers and crafters are welcome. Contact Amanda at acampbell@hmcpl.org for more information.
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Adult Painting Lab
Monday, October 24, 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Express your creative side at the Madison Library! We will paint with acrylic paint on an 11" x 14" canvas. There will be a $3 supply fee. Registration is required. To register, please contact Teresa at tallison@hmcpl.org or call 256-461-0046.
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Crafting With Crystal: Melon Basket Weaving
Friday, October 28, 9:00 a.m. Meeting Room Join instructor, Crystal Kitchens, to make an 8" melon/egg basket in class. No basket making experience is required. Please bring a towel (basket making is wet work!) and sack lunch. The leader will bring all the tools and other supplies you'll need to use during the workshop. There is a $15 supply fee. Preregistration is required. Please call 256-461-0046 or e-mail Teresa at tallison@hmcpl.org.
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Literary Giants: Dracula by Bram Stoker
Monday, October 31st, 6:30pm
Reading Room
We're having a Literary Giants Halloween Party! The group will be meeting on Halloween night to eat candy, discuss Dracula, and dress as your favorite Literary Giant--if you dare!
Uncover new reading adventures and discover old, classic favorites with Literary Giants! Contact Anne at awood@hmcpl.org for more information.
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Madison Public Library 130 Plaza Blvd Madison, Alabama 35758 256-461-0046hmcpl.org |
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