Adult Programs
The A, B, C, and D of Medicare
with Wes Carter*
Medicare is not easy to understand
and can be frustrating! What is the
best coverage for me? Do I need
an Advantage plan? Join Medicare
benets advisor Wes Carter as he
explains the do’s and don’ts of
Medicare. There are no sales or
obligations. Registration required. Ages
50 and up.
Thurs 9/2, 10/7, 11/4, 12/2
South Branch 12 p.m.
Adult Dungeons and Dragons
Players*
Traverse a fantasy world using your
imagination, pen, paper, and dice
rolls, as the Dungeon Master leads you
to adventure! Players will meet once
a month. Space is limited. Registration
required. Ages 18 and up.
Sat 9/4, 10/2, 11/6, 12/4
South Branch 12-5 p.m.
Exploring Western Philosophy
Explore the foundations of Western
thought from its earliest beginnings in
an interactive class with
Dr. Eva H. Cadwallader Ph.D., Emerita,
in philosophy.
Thurs 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14,
10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2
North Branch 3-4:30 p.m.
Chess Night
Improve your skills or just play a casual
game of chess. Players ages 13 and up
at all skill levels are welcome.
Refreshments will be served.
Mon 9/20, 10/4, 10/18, 11/1, 11/15, 12/6
North Branch 6-7:30 p.m.
Adult Volunteer Orientation*
Join us for a session to learn about volunteering at the library.
All volunteers must pass a background check. These sessions
are not for court-ordered community service. Registration
required. Ages 18 and up.
Sat 9/25 South Branch 2 p.m.
Tues 10/26 Emily Fowler 6:30 p.m.
Fri 11/12 North Branch 2 p.m.
Sat 12/18 Emily Fowler 2:30 p.m.
Pandemic Poetry
Part of the series “Professor’s Corner: A Literary Discussion
Group.” Pandemics elicit strong emotion, which is often
expressed through poetry. Dr. Stephen Souris will lead a
discussion of poetry arising from pandemic times. Hybrid
sessions. If you can’t attend in person, register to attend over
Zoom; the session link will be sent to you.
Mon 10/11 South Branch 7-8:30 p.m.
Mon 11/15 South Branch 7-8:30 p.m.
Satanic Panic
A widespread fear of satanic ritual abuse struck the U.S. in the
1980s, but the conspiratorial thinking and anxiety that fueled it
has been with us since the Salem witch trials. Dr. Laredo will
examine the cause of mass hysteria in Salem and discuss how
the Satanic Panic still persists in Qanon conspiracy theories.
Fri 10/22 Emily Fowler 2 p.m.
Paper Marbling with Acrylics*
Paper marbling is a form of art that involves oating paint on
the surface of water. A pattern is made using combs, takes,
or small tools and then transferred onto paper or various
surfaces, such as canvas. Acrylic is permanent, so wear your
play clothes. Registration required. Ages 14 and up.
Thurs 10/28 Emily Fowler 6:30-8:15 p.m.
Kumihimo Wire Weaving Part I & Part II*
Translate the technique of Kumihimo braiding to weaving with
wire. Prior knowledge of Kumihimo is useful, but not necessary
to attend this two part class. Registration is required due to
limited supplies. Ages 16 and up.
Tues 11/2, 11/9 North Branch 2-4 p.m.
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