Greetings!
Our calendar is packed with great events at the Monterey Public Library this month, but don't miss some of the happenings inside Colton Hall!
In 1849, Military Governor Bennet Riley called a Constitutional Convention in Monterey; 48 delegates met in Colton Hall to discuss slavery, women's rights, site of the state capitol, state borders and other critical issues leading to the formation of the 31st state. From September 1st - October 13th 1849 the delegates met, and the California constitution was approved October 10-11, 1849. Limited seats are still available to watch the Constitutional Convention reenactment this Sunday, October 15th at 2pm, nearly 174 years later. Make sure to register at the link below.
How can you inspire others and recognize the history we are making today? Join poet, essayist, and professor Daniel Summerhill for a poetry and writing workshop "What History are You Making?" on Friday, October 20th at 2pm. The choices we make today are impacting our future and creating history for future generations. Make sure to register at the link below.
For a lively performance, join the strings and woodwind ensembles from Youth Music Monterey as they play on Saturday October 21st and Sunday October 22nd inside Colton Hall. Both performances are at 2:30pm.
We're excited to bring performances and life into Colton Hall. The floors and walls seem to talk each time you walk inside the space, and it's fantastic to add to the story of Colton Hall through activating the space.
Warmly~
Brian
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Come join us as we celebrate this celestial event! Did you know the speed of the moon’s shadow reaches 5,585 mph as it passes between the Sun and the Earth?
We’ll catch this awe inspiring natural wonder for only
4 minutes and 39 seconds.
Saturday, October 14th
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Peak Eclipse may be viewed from 9:18 AM PDT - 9:22 AM PDT.
MPL Back Patio and Community Room (via livestream)
Bring your solar eclipse glasses (some may be available as supplies last) and your morning coffee. Eclipse glasses are NOT regular sunglasses. Regular sunglasses, no matter how dark, are not safe for viewing the Sun.
This viewing party occurs BEFORE the library opens.
The library will open, as normal, at 10:00 AM.
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The Monterey Public Library and Museums are so thankful for our amazing volunteers. Interested in joining our volunteer crew? Stop by the
Volunteer Orientations usually run 30 minutes to an hour,
with brief interviews scheduled following the orientation.
Tuesday, October 17th
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MPL Community Room
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MPL's volunteer program is for adults and middle school age kids and above.
No registration required to attend the orientation.
For more information, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Sarah Nolan,
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HAVE A WHALE OF A GOOD TIME... |
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making a whale bookmark! As the whales begin their annual migration, make an interactive bookmark showing their route. “Featured” whales include the Humpback, Blue, and Gray Whale.
Wednesday, October 18th
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
MPL Community Room
This program is geared towards elementary school age kids.
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Who can write the best 101 word story? Man (improv author
Find out in Cornfield’s book Fast Fiction Volume 2.
Join us for real time demo!
Friday, October 20th
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MPL Community Room
Copies of his books will be available for purchase.
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Ready for a Halloween craft? This month’s "gruesome" kids
(ages 7-10) sewing project is
fun sock monsters!
Saturday, October 21st
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
MPL Community Room
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Trick or Treat! Join MPL staff for a “frightening”
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Thursday, October 26th
10:15am-11:15am
Colton Hall Lawn, Monterey
Will you be a witch? A vampire? Or a Barbie?
Get creative with your favorite costume for a ghoulish good time!
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SEWING ISN'T JUST FOR THE KIDS... |
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No (real) prickly spines on this cacti. Join Meri for a newly launched class, Sewing for ADULTS.
Friday, October 27
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MPL Community Room
No hand sewing experience needed.
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IT'S BOO MONTH FOR VOODOO |
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Some people believe Voodoo is a religion. Others believe it is a superstition. Others don’t believe it at all.
Voodoo is the oldest personal belief system on Earth, whose origins can be traced back almost 6,000 years to Benin, West Africa. Join explorer and
award winning author James Michael Dorsey, as he shares his experiences of spending an entire month following the “VOODOO TRAIL” through Togo, Benin, and Burkina Faso in Africa.
In Dorsey’s program, titled Before They Vanish, Untold stories from Africa’s Most Fabled Cities, he will share images and videos of fantastic ceremonies, costumes, traditions, and stories from his journey in West Africa.
Saturday, October 28th
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
MPL Community Room
Copies of his books, including his recently published title, The Lagoon: Encounters with the Whales of San Ignacio will be available for purchase.
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MPL Hours of Service:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Bookmobile:
Tuesday: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Wednesdays: 12:30 PM - 5:45 PM,
Thursday: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Call (831) 646-3710 or click Bookmobile for details.
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Monterey Public Library | (831) 646-3933 | monterey.org/library
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