|
|
|
|||||
|
|
||||||
|
|
||||||
|
|
||||||
|
|
||||||
| June | July | August | April | May | ||
|
The Greenwood County Library offers different types of programs for adults that include Book Discussions, Speakers, Crafts, and other enrichment opportunities. All adults, 18 and over, are invited. Some programs require registration and may have a limited capacity as materials need to be purchased and the Library is still practicing social distancing. View our programs below for full details.
|
|||||
| June Programs |
|
||||
 |
Adult Book Discussion: Memoir Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed
Join us in Conference Room 2 as we discuss the memoir Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed. Four years after her mother's death and the destruction of her marriage, Cheryl Strayed impulsively decided to hike more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail from the Mojave Desert through California and Oregon to Washington State—and she would do it alone. She had no training or experience, and felt she had nothing more to lose. The difficult journey would madden, strengthen and ultimately heal her. Registration is required for this book discussion and opens Friday, May 17. Registration is required and opens on Monday, June 10 |
||||
|
|
Adult Craft: Travel Journal
Monday, June 17: 6:00-7:00PM Do you have summer travel plans? Join us in the American Veterans Auditorium as we create travel journals to show you how to document your travel adventures through writing, sketching and more. Registration slots are limited. All supplies are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own materials as well (such as photos, stickers and mementos). Registration is required and opens Monday, June 3. |
||||
 |
Summer Movie Afternoon: Jungle Cruise
Wednesday, June 26: 2:00 - 4:30PM Join us in the American Veterans Auditorium for a summer movie showing of the adventure film Jungle Cruise (rated PG-13). The 2021 film, which stars Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, tells the alternate history of the captain of a small riverboat who takes a scientist and her brother through a jungle in search of the Tree of Life while competing against a German expedition and cursed conquistadors. Drinks and popcorn will be provided at this film showing. Adults and teens aged 13 and older are welcome to attend. Registration is required and opens Wednesday, June 12
|
||||
| July Programs | |||||
 |
Adult Book Discussion: Breaking Trail: A Climbing Life by Arlene Blum
Monday, July 15: 6:00-7:00PM
American Veterans Auditorium
Registration Required
Join us in the American Veterans Auditorium as we discuss the memoir Breaking Trail: A Climbing Life by Arlene Blum. From Amazon: "Breaking Trail is the story of Blum’s journey from her overprotected youth in Chicago to the tops of some of the highest peaks on Earth. Chronicling a life of extraordinary personal and professional achievement, Blum’s intimate and inspiring memoir explores how her childhood fueled her need to climb—and how, in turn, her climbing liberated her from her childhood." Registration is required for this book discussion and opens on Friday, June 14 |
||||
|
|
Adult Craft: Nature Printing Tote Bag
Monday, July 22: 6:00-7:00PM Help the environment and personalize a reusable tote bag with elements and depictions of nature with simple printmaking techniques to promote less waste and carry more books each trip to your local library. Registration slots and supplies are limited. Registration is required and opens July 8 Register Here |
||||
| August Programs | |||||
|
|
Dog Day with the Greenwood Humane Society
Monday, August 26: 5:30 - 7:30PM Celebrate with us on National Dog Day, which encourages dog ownership of all breeds. The Greenwood Humane Society will have a variety of dogs available for adoption. In addition, the library will have a dog-themed storytime, crafts and a prize giveaway. This program is open to all ages. Registration is required and opens Monday, August 12 |
||||
