AdultsSummer Events
June 21-August 31: Adult Summer Reading Program
Get a raffle ticket for every library book you read or listen to. There will be drawings for prizes from local merchants and restaurants throughout the summer. Participants get a coupon for a free book at Second Hand Prose, the Friends of the Library's monthly book sale. Fill out raffle tickets and drop them in the bowl on the circulation desk.
Go to the Teens and Childrenssections of this website for details on our exciting summer programs for all ages.
Like us on Facebook: Get Raffle Tickets
Facebook users, go to http://www.facebook.com/rodgerslibrary and "like" us. You will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win summer reading program prizes. Get an additional raffle ticket every time you recommend (or dis-recommend) a book on our Facebook reading discussions for teens and adults. Recommendations must contain at least a paragraph to qualify for a ticket. Fill out tickets when you come to the library.
There are no computer courses currently planned for July and August. Classes will resume in September.
Friday,July 16, 10:00-noon: Drop in Stitchers
Work on your projects with company to pass the time, share ideas and techniques. Quilters, Knitters, Cross stitchers, all needleworkers welcome.
Tuesday, July 20, 1:30 p.m.: Book Discussion - Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout
Winner of the 2009 Pulitzer Prize forfiction, these are a series of connectedstoriesabout a retired Maine schoolteacher as she discovers truths about herself and those around her.Books are available at the library. Contact us to be added to the book discussion group mailing list.
Friday,July 23, 10:00-noon: Drop in Stitchers
Work on your projects with company to pass the time, share ideas and techniques. Quilters, Knitters, Cross stitchers, all needleworkers welcome.
Thursday, July 29, 6:30 p.m.: Magic Show for All Ages
National Teen Champion Magician, Reuben Moreland, will perform a magic show for everyone. Reuben was a featured performer at the Society of American Magicians Conference and is currently the top ranked teen magician in the country.
Friday,July 30, 10:00-noon: Drop in Stitchers
Work on your projects with company to pass the time, share ideas and techniques. Quilters, Knitters, Cross stitchers, all needleworkers welcome.
Monday, August 2, 6:30: Family Adventure Film - How to Train Your Dragon
Thursday, August 5, 2:30 or 7 p.m. : Paper Techniques Workshop - Embossing Mini Boxes
Use the art of embossing,to decorate small, fold-up boxes that can be used to hold small gifts or favors or as decorations. Pre-registration required, space is limited. Call 886-6030.
Friday,August 6, 10:00-noon: Drop in Stitchers
Work on your projects with company to pass the time, share ideas and techniques. Quilters, Knitters, Cross stitchers, all needleworkers welcome.
Monday, August 9, 6:30: Family Adventure Film - Percy Jackson and the Olympians
Tuesday, August 10, 10:30-noon: Book Bingo
Play Bingo for hot titles. Adults and students in grades 6-12 welcome. Refreshments will be served.
Friday,August 13, 10:00-noon: Drop in Stitchers
Work on your projects with company to pass the time, share ideas and techniques. Quilters, Knitters, Cross stitchers, all needleworkers welcome.
Monday, August 16, 6:30: Family Adventure Film - The Vampire's Assistant
Tuesday, August 17, 1:30 p.m.: Book Discussion - Still Alice by Lisa Genova
A woman diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's Disease struggles to find meaning and purpose in her life as her concept of self slowly slips away. Books are available at the library. Contact us to be added to the book discussion group mailing list.
Tuesday, August 17, 6:30 p.m.: Student Made Film Festival
Come vote for your favorite film at our festival of short films made by local students in grades 6-12. There will be a prize for the audience's favorite film.
Friday,August 20, 10:00-noon: Drop in Stitchers
Work on your projects with company to pass the time, share ideas and techniques. Quilters, Knitters, Cross stitchers, all needleworkers welcome.
Monday, August 23, 6:30: Family Adventure Film - Stormbreaker, an Alex Rider Adventure
Friday,August 27, 10:00-noon: Drop in Stitchers
Work on your projects with company to pass the time, share ideas and techniques. Quilters, Knitters, Cross stitchers, all needleworkers welcome.
Monday, August 2, 6:30: Family Adventure Film - Inkheart
Tuesday, August 31: Last day of Summer Reading Raffle.
Fill out all your tickets by 5 p.m. today.
