At the Monroe Free Library in November and December
Monroe - Here’s the rundown on programs and events during November and December at the Monroe Free Library. For more information about any event, stop by at 44 Millpond Parkway, call 783-4411 or visit www.monroefreelibrary.org. Adult events Friends of the Library: Wednesday, Nov. 1, 8 p.m. The Friends of the Monroe Free Library invite you to join them. Their goals: make a difference in our community, influence the future development of our library, meet friends with similar interests and concerns, organize fund-raising events and stimulate the use of the library through special programs. At the Monroe Free Library, 44 Millpond Parkway, Monroe. For more information, call president Maria Doles at 238-2216. Board of Trustees meeting: Monday, Nov. 13, 8 p.m. The Board of Trustees for the Monroe Free Library will hold their monthly meeting. The public is welcome. At the Monroe Free Library. Adult Holiday Craft: Tuesday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m. Make six festive ornaments in a variety of designs for the coming holidays. Examples of all these crafts are on display at the library. Materials fee: $5. Register. Computer Class: Easy e-mailing: Tuesday, Nov. 14, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Keep up with family and friends anywhere in the world - instantly - after this fun lesson from computer maven Pat Bennett. Please register. Massage Therapy: Monday, Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m. Learn the gentle art of massage therapy for relaxation and stress reduction. Presented by Subtle Energies of Sugar Loaf. Please register. Holiday Boutique: Saturday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 3, noon to 5 p.m. Becoming a favorite holiday shopping destination, this holiday sale offers the best of books, movies, baked goods, decor, crafts and more for everyone on your list. Exciting raffle prizes. All proceeds support the library. Book Discussion: “The Hours,” Monday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m. Popular group led by scholar Keith Walters in a relaxed and informative style. Award-winning novel by Michael Cunningham interweaves the fascinating lives of three women. Recently a hit movie with Meryl Streep, Julianne Moore and Nicole Kidman. Computer Class: Shop the Internet: Tuesday, Dec. 5, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Pat Bennett shows how to shop the world by computer while staying warm at home. Please register. Children’s events Afterschool Thanksgiving Craft: Tuesday, Nov. 14, 4:30 p.m., and Thursday, Nov. 16, 4:30 p.m. Celebrate Turkey Day by making a candy turkey and a “Thankful” wreath. For Grades Kindergarten and up. Please register. Saturday Walk-In Storytime: Nov. 11 and 18, Dec. 2 and 9, 11-11:30 a.m. Stories selected for ages three to five. All ages welcome. No registration necessary. Afterschool Holiday Craft: Tuesday, Dec. 5, 4:30 p.m. Get in the festive spirit with a fun Snowflake Wreath to keep or give to a special someone. For Grades K-1. Afterschool Holiday Craft: Thursday, Dec. 7, 4:30 p.m. Make a cool ornament for yourself or as a gift. For Grades 2 and up. Teen Craft: Saturday Dec. 9 1-3 p.m. For Grades 6-12. Jacquelyn Shenise, well-known crafter and author of Easy Cards For All Occasions, shows how to make exciting, fresh holiday cards for all on your list.