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I've been reading a lot about libraries lately - from the Great Library of Alexandria to modern public libraries. (I'll share what I've learned later this Winter.) For thousands of year libraries have passed knowledge to the people of their times, and to the people coming after. We stand on the shoulders of those who came before us so that future generations can stand on ours. We all get to participate in that great project when we use our local library. In the end, a library is really about the people. It is the people who work and use the library, or hang out in its welcoming environment, who make it special. Thank you for your ongoing support, and I hope to see you at the library in October. |
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Kanopy
Kanopy is an on-demand streaming service with a collection of more than 30,000 films, including feature films, documentaries, foreign language films, kids’ movies, kids’ TV shows, classes from the Great Courses, and training videos. Kanopy Kids includes the Sesame Street catalog and animated versions of popular storybooks.
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St. Louis Post-Disptach
Full text from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Enter a specific publication date or view recent issues. To log in: enter your library card number.
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What Do I Read Next?
Looking for a good book? A puzzling mystery, or an historical thriller? A sweet romance, or topical nonfiction? Now you can get recommended reads sent to your inbox. With almost 20 categories of recommendations, you can select whatever category you want to receive. You're in complete control. Make changes to your subscriptions whenever you want.
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Princh Mobile Printing
Is your home printer out of ink? You can use your own mobile device or laptop to easily and securely print at our library! Print from anywhere, using Princh. Then pickup your prints at the Library. Click on the Princh Logo for more details.
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Preschool Storytimes
Fridays in October, 10:00 am
Library Meeting Room.
Join us on Fridays for stories and songs for ages 3-6. Take Home Crafts are provided.
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Tot Times
Thursdays, 9:00 am and 10:00 am
Join us on Thursdays for Tot Time, with stories and activities for children 3 and under. There are two sessions: 9:00 am & 10:00 am.
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Wagging Tales
Monday, October 13, 5:00 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
Join the Franklin County Humane Society dogs at the library. Reading to dogs is a great way for children to practice their reading skills, and make a furry friend at the same time.
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Chess Club
Tues, Oct 14 & Thurs, Oct 23, 6:30 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you want to practice your skills, or play for fun? Chess Club meets the 2nd Tuesday and 4th Thursdays of each month, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. All ages and abilities welcome!
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Legos Club
Tuesday, October 21, 3:30 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
We supply the Legos; you supply the creativity. Legos Club meets the third Tuesdays of the Month.
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Plein Air @ the Riverfront
Saturday, October 11, 9:00 am to Noon
Main Riverfront Pavilion
Join library staff at the Riverfront for a plein air event. Library will bring acrylics, watercolors, paper, canvas and brushes. Or you can bring your own supplies. We'll have a throw down @ 11:45 am to show our work. You may want to bring a bottle of water, chair, and a jacket. If you have never painted or sketched outside, this is a great experience. For Teens and Adults. First-time Artists or Experienced.
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Wednesday Morning Book Club
Wednesday, October 1, 10:00 am
Library Meeting Room
This month join us at the new date for a discussion of "Beautyland" by Marie-Helene Bertino. Wednesday Morning Book Club meets the 1st Wednesday of each month @ 10:00 a.m.
You can find a reading list here: https://www.washmolib.org/book-clubs/.
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Saturday Wordsmiths Studio
Saturday, October 4, 10:00 a.m.
Library Meeting Room
Interested in writing but can't make the library's regular Wordsmiths meeting? Try the Wordsmiths Studio. This group will have a different focus than the Wednesday Wordsmiths group. Anyone can attend! They meet the 1st Saturday of the month @ 10:00 a.m.
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Art Club for ages 16 & up
Wednesday, October 8 , 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
Art Club is a space for artists (16 and older) to meet and work on projects, get advice, learn new skills and have fun. Washington staff will lead the group. ages 16 & up.
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Plein Air @ the Riverfront
Saturday, October 11, 9:00 am to Noon
Main Riverfront Pavilion
Join library staff at the Riverfront for a plein air event. Library will bring acrylics, watercolors, paper, canvas and brushes. Or you can bring your own supplies. We'll have a throw down @ 11:45 am to show our work. You may want to bring a bottle of water, chair, and a jacket. If you have never painted or sketched outside, this is a great experience. For Teens and Adults. First-time Artists or Experienced.
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Wednesday Evening Book Club
Wednesday, October 15, 6:30 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
Join the Book Club for a discussion of "We Have Always Lived in the Castle" by Shirley Jackson. Library supplies all copies of the book. Wednesday Book club meets the 3rd Wednesdays of each month @ 6:30 p.m.
You can find a reading list here: https://www.washmolib.org/book-clubs/.
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Washington Wordsmiths
Wednesday, October 22, 6:00 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
Writers submit a writing sample (short story, poem, novel chapter) to discuss at the meeting. Writers of all abilities are welcome. Please contact the library if you have questions or would like to be on the meeting submissions list.
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Made Into Movies
Monday, October 27, 10:00 a.m.
Library Meeting Room
A book/movie club for individuals interested in answering the question, "Was the book really better than the movie?" Ages 18 & up. This club meets the Last Monday of each month. Library supplies the popcorn!
Book Clubs/Book-to-Movie Club/Art Club
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Washington Public Library
410 Lafayette St, Washington, Missouri 63090
636-390-1070
https://www.washmolib.org |
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