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Lewisville Branch Library Monthly Newsletter August 2025 |
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Lewisville Branch Library 6490 Shallowford Road Lewisville, NC 27023 336-703-2940 Public Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Printable Calendar |
The American Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, Aug. 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Auditorium/Lewisville Branch parking lot The American Red Cross mobile lab will be onsite at the Lewisville Branch Library on Wednesday, Aug. 13 for blood and platelet donations. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Make an Appointment: To make an appointment for our blood drive, please contact the Lewisville Branch Library at 336-703-2940 or register online. Appointments are in 15-minute increments, and you can use the RapidPass option the day of the drive to help decrease your wait time. Walk-ins are also welcome. Visit the American Red Cross website for tips on things to do before, during, and after your blood donation. Event sponsored by the American Red Cross and the Lewisville Branch Library. |
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Belly Dancing for Beginners
Friday, Aug. 1 at 11 a.m. Auditorium Get your shimmy on! Put on some comfortable clothes and shoes and join us at Belly Dancing for Beginners. learn the basic moves of this beautiful dance form as we bring people of all ages together to promote health, happiness, and community. The classes are recommended for adults 55+ and suitable for all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels. Signed waivers are required to participate. Call the library at 336-703-2940 for more information. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lewisville Library. |
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Hook & Loop Group
Wednesday, Aug. 6 at 11 a.m.
Auditorium Come and join yarn crafters who like to knit, crochet, embroider, and such. Share each other’s company and maybe a tip or two about a project. Bring your own project to work on or use some simple supplies and patterns we have on hand. All skill levels are welcome. Email Sue deGuzman or call 336-703-2940 for more information. |
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Yoga for Beginners
Thursday, Aug. 7 and 21 at noon Auditorium Help uplift your mind and body with yoga classes facilitated by Registered Yoga Teacher Tracy O’Neill. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lewisville Library. Signed waiver required. Call the branch at 336-703-2940 for more information. |
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Color & Coffee Friday, Aug. 8 and 22 at 10 a.m. Auditorium Unwind with a relaxing morning of coloring, coffee, and community. Coloring sheets, colored pencils, and coffee will be provided. Call 336-703-2940 for more information. |
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**New** Tai Chi for Beginners
Friday, Aug. 8 and 22 at 2 p.m.
Auditorium
Learn the calming practice of Tai Chi at the Lewisville Branch Library. This form of low-impact exercise and deep breathing is known to reduce stress and improve balance, strength, and flexibility.
An exercise waiver is required, and attendees younger than 18 must have a parental/guardian's signature. Registration opens two weeks before each class and is required. |
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Books for Dudes Book Club
Thursday, Aug. 14 at 6 p.m. Are you a dude who likes to read? Are you a dude who is curious what other dudes are reading? Are you a dude who wants to get back into reading, but doesn’t know where to start? Then the Lewisville Branch Library has the perfect book club for you. Join us as dudes share, discuss, and recommend their favorite books to other dudes. There will not be a pre-set reading list. The group is recommended for dudes, but all are welcome. |
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Witchy Washi & Whatnot Crafting
Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 10 a.m.
Auditorium Our monthly Witchy Washy & Whatnot Crafting group is a great way to meet other crafters and learn to make all sorts of fun projects, many of which include the use of washi tape! Space and supplies are limited, and registration is required. |
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Computer Training Bridge: Creating a Gmail Account
Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 1 p.m.
Multipurpose Room Learn how to set up a Gmail account, send and receive messages, send attachments and more! Call the library at 336-703-2940 or visit the Computer Training Bridge site to register. |
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The Write Stuff
Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 6 p.m.
Auditorium The Write Stuff is a peer-to-peer writing group where writers aspiring and published authors of all types can brainstorm, provide feedback, and offer accountability to those seeking to finish their writing projects. The group is facilitated by local writing enthusiast Clay Stuart. |
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FCPL Lewisville Branch Reading Contest
Logs due Dec. 13
Take part our yearlong reading contest for your chance to win a $25 gift certificate to Bookmarks. The contest has two levels: Beginner and Aficionado. You can choose to read one or both levels. Beginner entries are entered once. Aficionado entries are entered twice, and if both levels are completed, you're entered four times to win. Submit entries by Saturday, Dec. 13. The winner will be announced on Monday, Dec. 15.
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Tuesday at Two Book Club Tuesday, Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. Theo of Golden by Allen Levi |
The Friends Book Club
Tuesday, Aug. 26 at 6:30 p.m. All Fours by Miranda July |
Family-Friendly Film: Inside Out 2 (PG)
Wednesday, Aug. 6 at 5:30 p.m.
Auditorium Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 returns to the mind of newly minted teenager Riley just as headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions! Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who’ve long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren’t sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. And it looks like she’s not alone. The film stars Amy Pohler, Phyllis Smith, and Lewis Black. ©2024 Disney Pixar. All rights reserved. Snacks are welcome. |
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Dungeons & Dragons Meetup Group for Teens
Monday, Aug. 4 and 18 from 4-5:30 p.m.
Auditorium Have you ever wanted to learn to play Dungeons & Dragons? Are you an experienced player who would like a place to meet up and have adventures? Join the Lewisville Branch Dungeons & Dragons meetup group! The game board, dice, and character sheets will be provided. This program is recommended for teens, but all are welcome. Light snacks will be provided. Signed food waiver required. For more information, email Heather McCutchen. |
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STEAM for Tweens
Wednesday, Aug. 13 at 4 p.m.
Auditorium Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math once a month in our STEAM programs. Email Heather McCutchen or call 336-703-2940 for more information. |
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Builders' Club
Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 4 p.m.
Auditorium Bring your creative building skills and come play! We have many building supplies, including LEGOs, K’NEX, and more! Email Heather McCutchen or call 336-703-2940 for more information. |
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Make & Take Crafts for Kids Aug. 4-8
Kids will be able to make gliders. While
supplies last. |
Aug. 18-22
Can you find all the Pokémon hidden in the Children’s Room at the Lewisville Branch Library? Find them all and you win a prize! While supplies last.
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Friends Ongoing Book Sale The Friends' ongoing book sale is always open during library hours. Donations are welcome. PRICES: Hardbacks - $2 Paperbacks - $1 Children's books - $.50 Movies, music, audiobooks - $2 Magazines - $.25 Become a Friends Board Member The Friends of the Lewisville Library Board is looking for new members. As a board member, you'd take an active role in shaping the future of the organization, allocating funds, fundraising and recruiting new members. If you're looking for a way to volunteer in your community and support the library at the same time, then this is a perfect place to start. The board meets at the Lewisville Branch Library every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. except in July. |
The Friends are accepting donations of new, used, or broken fashion jewelry Join the Friends and support your local library If you'd like to know more about the Friends of the Lewisville Library or how to become a member, please stop by the library to pick up a brochure. You can also join their Facebook page, even if you're not a member. All funds raised by the Friends support the Lewisville Branch Library in many wonderful ways--providing new books, audiobooks, DVDs, library supplies, programs and other much-needed items. |
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