Weekly Update: Warming Winter Soups, Calligraphy Workshop, Midterm Study Hours...and More!

Weekly Update: January 15th - 21st

Upcoming Programs

Monday, January 16th | 7:30PM

World Affairs Forum: Public Health (In-Person)

Part six in our popular international relations discussion group modeled on the Foreign Policy Association’s Great Decisions focuses on public health. This seven-session series covers an array of foreign affairs topics.

Wednesday, January 18th | 7:30PM

Cooking w/ the Thirsty Radish - Warming Winter Soups (Virtual)

Enjoy a cooking demonstration while exploring customizations, flavor combinations, and all the tips necessary for creating delicious winter meals based around satisfying recipes that can also be made vegan or vegetarian.

Wednesday, January 18th | 7:30PM

History Book Club - Say Nothing (In-Person)

This book club selects engaging history reads and meets regularly at the library for lively and engaging discussions. Participants are encouraged to attend in person; however, an option for individuals to join the discussion virtually via Zoom is available.

Thursday, January 19th | 7:00PM

RESCHEDULED: Modern Calligraphy Workshop

(In-Person)

In a world where instant communication reigns, carefully hand-crafted lettering can speak volumes. Learn how you can add flair and modern style to your handwriting during a workshop with professional calligrapher and artist, Debby Reelitz.

Weekly Adult Programs

Weekly Drop-In Knitting Circle Tuesday @ 1:30PM

Join us each Tuesday IN PERSON - novice or experienced - to learn, share or just knit together.

Weekly Children's Programs

INDOOR Family Story Time (birth-5) | Wednesday @ 10:30AM

We’ll sing, dance, and read together. Designed for children birth – 5 but older siblings are welcome.

INDOOR 3 & 4-Year-Old Story Time | Thursday @ 1:30PM

An energetic and interactive 45-minute program for independent 3-and-4 year-olds who will stay at story time without their caregiver. We will share books, music, movement, stories, and crafts.

For Teens & Toddlers

Midterm Study Time EXTENDED HOURS!

The MTL will stay open on Tuesday until 8pm to allow high school students some extra study time this week. The Library also offers late hours on Mondays and Thursdays (10am-8pm) and is also open on weekends (Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 1-5pm) for anyone needing a quiet place to study prior to or during the upcoming high school exam week.

New! Story Time Room Availability

The Story Time Room will now be available during non-Story Time hours for families with our littlest patrons. We will provide a cart with toys geared toward children ages 5 and under and ask that families be mindful of keeping the room tidy and safe for all who use it. This includes: No shoes, No food, Supervision at ALL times and please tidy up before you go.

*You can check our calendar HERE for when the room is in use for Story Time

Staff Picks

Elaine recommends: News of the World by Paulette Jiles

Elaine says: In the aftermath of the American Civil War, an aging itinerant news reader agrees to transport a young captive of the Kiowa back to her people in this morally complex, multi-layered novel of historical fiction from the author of Enemy Women that explores the boundaries of family, responsibility, honor, and trust.

Find This Book HERE

Watch What You Missed

CT's Great Discoveries in Archaeology

Learn a little bit more about some fascinating finds from our state's very own "Indiana Jones" in this program that's part of our "History Close to Home" series. You can find it on our Mark Twain Library Media YouTube Channel or just click on the image here.

Coming Soon...

Monday, January 23rd | 7:00PM

Introducing! MTL Writers' Group (Virtual)

This newly formed writers’ group was created to provide a supportive environment for those looking to share their love of writing with others as well as serve as a potential source of accountability and feedback for ongoing writing projects. The group is self-run, meets via Zoom on the second and fourth Monday of the month and will read and discuss Story Genius by Lisa Cron.

Tuesday, January 24th | 7:30PM

Intentional Health - Positive Steps in Self-Care

(In-Person)

In the world of self-care who and what to believe has become increasingly confusing, and what works for one doesn’t always work for all. During this workshop, you will explore 4 key areas of health (Nutrition, Movement, Sleep and Mindfulness) and identify what is most important to you. Plus, how to create and implement new habits to achieve success!

Shop for Good

As a non-profit organization, the Mark Twain Library is eligible to receive a small donation (0.5%) of your purchases on Amazon.com. Sign up through AmazonSmile and that donation automatically benefits the Library. A simple way to "experience feel-good shopping."

Around Town

Find out what's going on at the Heritage Center this month in their most recent News Blast HERE.