Our trees are up! Bring in a pair of mittens to donate to charity and place it on the mitten tree (right pic) located in our foyer.

Christmas CDs are now located in the television section of our DVD area.

Note: If you are interested in a program, please take the time to register. Registering helps us properly prepare for programs and allows us to contact you if the program needs to be cancelled.

Gift in a Jar - Craft Workshop

Monday, December 4th @ 1:00pm

Looking for a creative and heartfelt gift idea for a friend, teacher, or family member? Do you need a hostess gift for a holiday get-together?

We will provide all you need to make a unique holiday potpourri in a jar, including ribbon, twine, and tags to customize your gift. Registration is required.

There are no seats available but a waiting list is available.

Preparing for That Winter Hike: What You Need to Know

Monday, December 4th @ 10:00am

Circulation Librarian Dana Benner (The Outdoor Guy) will discuss the gear and safety precautions needed to safely hike in the winter. This program is being recorded by HCTV for distributon.

Dino the Therapy Dog

Tuesday, December 5th @ 2:30pm

Come meet Dino, the therapy dog. Dino is a St. Bernard who loves to be petted. 

Borderline Sinners

Tuesday, December 5th @ 6:30pm

This is the regularly scheduled meeting of the Borderline Spinners - a group that meets to share their mutual interest in wool spinning and all kinds of yarn-based art projects. The group normally meets in the Community Room, but might be switched to the Children's Programming Room if a larger event needs the Community Room.

No  registration required.. 

Virtual Baking Demo and Discussion with Chef Erin Jeanne McDowell

Tuesday, December 5th @ 7:00pm

We are pleased to welcome Chef and Cookbook Author Erin Jeanne McDowell to our virtual stage! Erin will demonstrate how to make one of her favorite recipes and then will have some time to chat with attendees about all of our "burning" questions.

This event will take place virtually over Zoom in collaboration with other libraries. 

Movers & Shakers

Wednesday, December 6th

@ 10:00 and 10:30am

Toddler Storytime for kids who don't sit still for long. Songs, stories, games, and activities for ages 1-3. Registration is required. Please indicate how many will attend including adults, infants, and siblings. Caretaker participates with child or children. 

Poinsettia Paintings

Wednesday, December 6th @ 6:00pm

Elementary students ages 6-10 are invited to join Miss Tanya in a story and craft. 

This messy project uses acrylic and watercolor paints. 

Songs & Snuggles

Thursday, December 7th @ 10:00am

For babies age birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Enjoy time together with other caregivers and their babies as we learn, play, and develop language and motor skills. 

Registration required. Please let us know how many people are in your party, including your baby. 

Elementary Craft: Salt Dough Ornaments

Thursday, December 7th @ 6:00pm

Grades 1-5 are invited to join Miss Marissa once a month to do a craft/art project! 

Rodgers Readers (Evening Book Group): "The Devil and Daniel Webster"

Thursday, December 7th @ 7:00pm

Come join us for our book discussion of The Devil and Daniel Webster by by Stephen Vincent Benet. 

Registration is not required, yet it's helpful for planning purposes.  

Drop-in Stitchers

Friday, December 8th @ 9:15am

If you love to craft, whether it be quilting, knitting, crocheting, rug making, or plastic canvas, you will LOVE this group! If you're starting a new skill or brushing up on an old one, or if you just like to sit and chat while pretending to work, this is a judgement free zone. Make a new craft and some new friends.

Genealogy Club (virtual): Finding Your Immigrant Ancestor

Friday, December 8th @ 1:30pm

This will be online via Zoom. 

We all have immigrant ancestors, whether they came to America in Colonial times or much more recently. Learn how to find out whether records still exist, where to find them, and what you can discover to bring your ancestors to life. Presented by Claire Smith.

Stitchers Circle with Oonagh Williams

Friday, December 9th @ 9:30am

Come and stitch/cross stitch, blackwork, embroider, knit, crochet, hand craft……. with us.  Second Saturday of each month until June 2024. Free and open to the public. This is not a formal class, but people willing to help.  Large, well lit room, plus lots of natural light, wheelchair accessible, first floor, room on the right, bathroom on the left.

Creation Station LEGO Build

Saturday, December 9th @ 10:00am

Drop-in between 10-12pm and build something amazing with our library LEGO bricks. Children 8 and under must have their adult in the room. 

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