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Crochet 101: Basic for Beginners

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 1:00pm
Southeast Branch
In Person
Curious about crocheting but not sure where to begin? This beginner-friendly class is perfect for you! Join us as we explore the basics together, i...
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'Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution' Film Screening and Discussion

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 1:00pm
Southeast Branch
In Person
Join us for a film screening and discussion for the documentary Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution. Crip Camp is a 2020 Netflix d...
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Fluid Painting String Art

Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:00am
Trails West Branch
In Person
This technique of fluid art has you laying a painting string on the canvas and pulling it off to make your unique design....
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Trailblazers Book Group

Saturday, May 17, 2025 2:00pm
Trails West Branch
In Person
Join a community of like-minded readers for engaging discussions of great fiction as part of Trailblazers....
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Medicare & You: Understanding Your Options

Monday, May 19, 2025 1:00pm
Southeast Branch
In Person
Join us for an informative session on Medicare! Whether you're approaching eligibility or already enrolled, this program will help you understand c...
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100 Years of Malcolm X: A Tribute to His Life and Legacy

Monday, May 19, 2025 1:00pm
Southeast Branch
In Person
May 19, 2025, marks the 100th birthday of Civil Rights leader Malcolm X. In honor of his historic contributions to American history and...
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Crochet 101: Basic for Beginners

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 1:00pm
Southeast Branch
In Person
Curious about crocheting but not sure where to begin? This beginner-friendly class is perfect for you! Join us as we explore the basics together, i...
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Durwood Film Vault

Movie: 'A Man Called Otto'

Thursday, May 22, 2025 1:00pm
Southeast Branch
In Person
Based on the comical and moving New York Times bestseller, it tells the story of Otto Anderson, a grumpy widower whose only joy comes from criticiz...
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Still Life with Books

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:00pm
Trails West Branch
In Person
It's not official Summer Reading yet but we're too excited to not start the last week of May with flowers!!! Participa...
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Bouquet Shadow Watercolor

Thursday, May 29, 2025 2:00pm
Trails West Branch
In Person
A fun way to use shadows and watercolors to make your own creation! This project will take flowers from a previous project and see what fun shape t...
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