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New Services/Products at the Library
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Summer Reading Challenge
Begins Tuesday, May 28, Runs from May 28- July 28
Pickup Reading Logs at the Library or Register Online
Embark on your summer reading venture by signing up today for a reading log (or sign up online at: washmolib.org/reading-challenges/). Family.
Thank You to the United Way and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring the Summer Reading Program.
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10 Decades/ 10 Books Reading Challenge
February 1 - December 31,
Pickup Logs at the library
We challenge you to read 10 books from each of the 10 decades the Library has been open! Read a book from each decade to earn a Commemorative 100th Anniversary Coffee Mug. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
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The Reptile Experience
Wednesday, July 10, 10:00 am
Rennick Riverfront Park
Serengeti Steve shows off members of his zoo. Family. Location Change: The Reptile Experience will take place at Rennick Riverfront Park due to the large interest in this event.
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DinoAdventure
Wednesday, July 24, 10:00 am - Noon
Library Parking Lot and Meeting Room
We Dare you to get wild with dinosaurs from Show-Me Dinosaurs! Meet giant dinosaurs and baby dinosaurs, dig up fossils and buried treasure, walk a carnivore, and make dino-crafts. Library parking lot will be closed for this event. Family. https://www.washmolib.org/dinoadventure/
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Where in Washington is Waldo?The Library is participating in the "Where in Washington is Waldo?" contest. You can find the official rules here, as well as the downloadable passport, at the Neighborhood Reads website. Have fun searching for Waldo! Prizes will be awarded from a random drawing at the Grand Finale WaldOlympics Celebration at the Four Rivers Family YMCA at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024.
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Tot Time
Thursdays in July, 9am and 10am
Library Meeting Room
Stories, songs and finger-plays for children under age 3.
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Preschool Storytimes
Fridays in July, 10:00 am
Library Meeting Room.
Join us on Fridays for stories and songs for ages 3-6. Take Home Crafts.
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Wagging Tales
Monday July 8, 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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Legos Club
Tuesday, July 16, 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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Chess Club
Tuesday, July 9 and Thursday July 25, 6:30 pm
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 pm – 8:00 pm. All ages and abilities welcome!
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"Bad Art" Club
Tuesday, July 2, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
“Bad Art” Club. Don’t consider yourself an artistic person but still love to create? This is the club for you. Find delight in the act of creation without concern for the final products quality. Each month we’ll have a theme for a craft or art project. All supplies provided. Tuesdays, June 4th & July 2nd from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Ages 12 & Up
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Teen Paint & Pizza Party
Friday, July 12, 3:00-5:00 pm
Library Meeting Room
Dare to create an original masterpiece under the guidance of our paint instructor. Materials will be provided. Registration begins July 1st. Limit 30. Ages 12 to 19.
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"Monster of the Week" Role Playing Game
Tuesday, July 23, 2:00 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
Most people don’t believe in monsters, but you know the truth. They’re real, and it’s your task to bring them down. Monster of the Week is an action-horror Role Playing Game. Grab the fireplace poker and get your spell book. That monster’s going down! Tuesdays, June 25th & July 23rd at 2:00 p.m. Ages 10 & Up
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Alzheimer's Caregiver Support
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Washington Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
Monday, July 15, 3:00 pm
Library Meeting Room
Conducted by a trained facilitator, the Alzheimer's Association support group is a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to: develop a support system, exchange practical information, talk through issues, share feeling & needs, and learn about community resources. Meets at the Library on Third Mondays @ 3 pm. Adult.
Find more information here: https://www.washmolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/20240611100731679.pdf
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Monday Book Club
Monday, July 8, 10:00 am
Library Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of July's book - "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang. Library supplies all copies of the book. Monday Book Club meets the 2nd Mondays of each month @ 10:00 a.m.
You can find a reading list here: https://www.washmolib.org/book-clubs/.
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Art Club for ages 16 & up
Wednesday, July 10, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Library Meeting Room
Want to work on a personal project? Want to learn something new? Come get creative and inspired every second Wednesday of the month. Open to all skill levels, ages 16 & up.
Below: A sample of June's Art Club creations.
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Wednesday Book Club
Wednesday, July 17, 6:30 pm
Library Meeting Room
Join the Book Club for a discussion of "Rough Sleepers" by Tracy Kidder. 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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A Night in the Stacks: An After Hours Centennial Celebration
Friday, July 19, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Washington Public Library
Join us for an adults-only after hours event celebrating 100 years of Washington Public Library. Please Register for this event by July 17: call 636-390-1070 or stop by the library. Age 21 and up.
For a complete description: https://www.washmolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-25.png
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Candidate Forum
Tuesday, July 23, 6:00 pm
Library Meeting Room
The Missourian Media Group, Scenic Regional Library, and Washington Public Library are hosting candidate forums for Franklin County First and Second District Commissioner races, as well as Missouri Legislative District 109 and 119 races for the August 6 primary election. * Submit Questions for the candidates at: https://bit.ly/SRLForum * Livestream will be at the Scenic Regional Library Facebook. * https://www.washmolib.org/candidate-forum-july-23-600pm/
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Washington Wordsmiths
Wednesday, July 24, 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, July 29, 10:00 a.m.
Library Meeting Room
Answer the question: Is the book better than the movie? View the movie, stay for a discussion. Last Mondays @ 10:00 a.m. in the library meeting room.
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2024 Missouri Book Festival
Saturday, September 14, 10:00am to 5:00 pm
Washington Public Library and surround area
Save the Date. The Missouri Book Festival is returning in 2024. The Missouri Book Festival celebrates the best of regional life, culture, and history with an array of dynamic programming meant to promote literacy and encourage reading. Events will take place in Washington, the quintessential Missouri town.
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Friend of the Library Book Sale
September 20-22, All Weekend
Washington Public Library
The Annual Used Book Sale will be held at the library the third weekend of September. We are accepting donations for the sale.
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Washington Public Library 410 Lafayette St, Washington, Missouri 63090 636-390-1070 https://www.washmolib.org |
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