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Book Clubs
Looking for a book club or film discussion group to join? Check out these
clubs to find a discussion group that matches your interests, or get
started with our online book clubs. Drop-in and visit the club of your
choice. New members are always welcome. Visit the
Books, DVDs, CDs page of
MyLibrary.us to view more information on each club.
Book Lovers' Book Club
Carbon Valley Regional Library
6:00 pm, January 26
Finn by Jon Clinch or The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
Book Lovers' Book Club
Erie Community Library
11:00 am, January 12
Bring your lunch. Beverage provided.
Centennial Park Evening Book Club
Centennial Park Library
6:30 pm, January 11
Heart and Soul by Maeve Binchy
Farr Evening Book Club
Farr Regional Library
6:30 pm, January 20
Farr Non-Fiction Book Club
Farr Regional Library
1:00 pm, January 4
Farr Tuesday Afternoon Book Club
Farr Regional Library
1:30 pm, January 19
Great Books Reading and Discussion Program
Centennial Park Library
2:00 pm, January 25
The Republic by Plato
Mystery at Lunch Book Club
Centennial Park Library
11:30 am, January 14
Popular Fiction Book Club
Erie Community Library
11:30 am, January 27
Tri-Town Seniors Book Club
Carbon Valley Regional Library
9:30 am, January 27
This club meets at the Prairie Greens Club House in Frederick.
Adult Winter Reading Program
Coming this January to High Plains Library District branches, the Adult
Winter Reading Program invites you to travel the world with a few good
books. What better way to take a vacation then to cozy up with a good read,
and let your mind wander distant (or not-so-distant) lands in search of
adventure. The Winter Reading Program will run January 1 through February
28, and will give you a chance to earn rewards for your time spent reading.
Read three books to receive a giveaway and be entered in grand prize drawings for
an annual pass to Rocky Mountain National Park, MP3 player, or Sony eReader.
Each completed log is an entry in the grand prize drawings. Register and pick up
a reading log at your local library, bookmobile, or register online. You must be
18 or older to participate.
Programs
(R) indicates registration is required.
Carbon Valley Regional Library
Family Film Night
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
6:00 pm, January 7
Alice in Wonderland (Rated G, 75 minutes)
Come celebrate Lewis Carroll's birthday at the library and watch the 1951
Disney animated classic. Based on the popular children's book, young Alice
becomes bored and her mind starts to wander. She sees a white rabbit that
appears to be in a hurry. She chases it into its burrow and then a most
bizarre series of adventures begins. Popcorn and drinks provided.
Writer's Group: Memoirs
(adults and teens)
6:00 pm, January 12
Are you interested in writing? Sharing your ideas with others? Want to
learn how to get published? Then come and join us for this new group of
enthusiastic, passionate, avid and eager writers who focus on a different
topic each month. Bring dinner if you like; beverages will be available.
Academy Award Afternoons
2:00 pm, January 16
Annie Hall (PG, 93 minutes, 1977)
Come join us as we show Academy Award winning films in preparation for the
82nd Academy Awards. Bring your own movie snacks. This is a program for
adults; patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Carbon Valley Song Circle
Open to all acoustic musicians, 12 and up.
6:00 pm, January 20
Acoustic musicians, bring your favorite instrument(s) and songs to the Song
Circle. No particular expertise required - just a desire to meet new folks
and share in the fun of playing music and learning new songs. Music begins
at 6:00 pm, so arrive early to get tuned up.
Academy Award Afternoons
2:00 pm, January 23
Chicago (PG-13, 113 minutes, 2002)
Come join us as we show Academy Award winning films in preparation for the
82nd Academy Awards. Bring your own movie snacks. This is a program for
adults; patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Health Information Fair
11:00 am, January 30
Come learn more about your health. Presentations on a variety of health
topics will be held throughout the day, and health information from the
library and community health organizations will be available throughout the
library. There will also be children's learning activities and prize
drawings.
Centennial Park Library
The Job Corner
9:00 am-4:00 pm and 7:00-9:00 pm, Monday-Thursday
10:00 am-5:00 pm, Friday and Saturday
1:00 pm-5:00 pm, Sunday
The Job Corner is available for many of your job search needs. We offer
Resume Maker, print and database resources, and a friendly word of
encouragement to help you land that perfect job. A world of opportunity
awaits you so stop by today. Located in the Resource Center.
Meditation Class
4:30 pm, Thursdays
Jeannie Meyers from Re-laxation Unwind Meditation will lead a half hour
meditation class each Thursday afternoon. Patrons are encouraged to take
time off from their hectic week to relax, unwind and rejuvenate themselves.
High Plains Job Network
10:30 am, Fridays
Looking for a job can be a lonely and alienating experience. Join our
weekly support group for individuals who are currently looking for a job
and would like to network with other job seekers. Come and share your
experience with others. Coffee and tea provided.
Knitter's Circle
(ages 18 and up)
6:30 pm, January 4
All needleworkers welcome! Bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks, or
any type of needlework and join us. All skill levels welcome. Share your
creative experience and your company. Library craft books will be available
for reference.
Page to Screen Film Discussion
(Rated R: patrons under 17 must be accompanied by an adult/guardian)
5:30 pm, January 5
Adaptation (Rated R; 115 minutes)
Screenwriter Charlie Kaufman (played here by Cage) writes about a period of
his own life where he was trying to complete a screen adaptation. Kaufman
was a man filled with self-loathing and was overwhelmed by his feelings of
inadequacy. The "fourth wall" is broken in spectacular style as the
audience is allowed to see the action of the book which he is trying to
adapt. Through his journey, Kaufman's life is complicated as he is driven
almost insane in trying to make something real of the characters in the
book. Screenings will be followed by a discussion of the film adaptation.
Create @ Your Library
2:00 pm, January 9
Want to get creative in the new year?! Join us to learn a variety of craft
and creative projects from professional instructors. January's craft is
embossing. Create raised, 3-dimensional images on paper. Learn dry relief
embossing with stylus as well as heat embossing with powder and ink. This
program is free for adults and older children; no registration required.
Supplies provided while they last. Habla español.
Writer's Connection
6:00 pm, January 14
Meet writers in the community and learn tips for how to get published. Kerrie
Flanagan will share writing and publishing resources, how to catch the attention
of editors/agents, and discuss how to overcome the biggest hurdle for most
writers - attitude.
Farr Regional Library
Farr Film Discussion
(Rated R: patrons under 17 must be accompanied by an adult/guardian)
6:30 pm, January 8
District 9 (Rated R, 112 minutes)
An extraterrestrial race forced to live in slum-like conditions in South Africa suddenly find a kindred spirit in a government agent who is exposed to their biotechnology.
Listen and Learn: Conversations with the Maestro
12:30-1:30 pm, January 15
Glen Cortese, Music Director/Conductor for the Greeley Philharmonic
Orchestra brings symphonic music to life for the novice and experienced
classic music lover alike. Find out "the inside scoop" regarding classical
music, the composers and upcoming GPO concerts. Bring your lunch and enjoy
informal, entertaining maestro chats.
Lincoln Park Library
Language Café
2:00 pm, Saturdays
Are you learning English as a second language? The Language Café at Lincoln
Park is for you! Come enjoy a cup of coffee as you practice English
conversation with others who are learning the language.
Crafternoons: Peyote Stitch Beading (R)
(adults, teens)
2:00-4:00 pm, January 23
Used by ancient Egyptian, Native American and Victorian bead artists, the peyote stitch is easy to learn and can be used to create beautiful and intricate designs. It requires no loom, and its flexibility and strength makes it a popular choice for surface embellishment, three-dimensional work, pouches, and of course jewelry.
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