Page 5 - HCG Newsletter July August 2018

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News from the Public Library

The following information is for August programs being offered at the Haywood County Public Library:

● The Waynesville Library Book Club meets on the first Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. to discuss
books that are chosen by each member (taking turns) and provided by the library! If you are
interested in joining, please contact Kathy at (828) 356-2507 or kolsen@haywoodnc.net.

● Geology Rocks on August 1 at 10:30am at the Canton Library. Join us for Geology Rocks, presented
by the Hands On Museum of Hendersonville. This program is for children in grades K-5 and space
is limited, so registration is required. Registration for this event will begin July 15th. Call 828-648-2924
for more information.

● Summer STEM on August 1 at 3:00pm at the Fines Creek Library. We'll explore the library's Maker Kit,
with different STEM activities, including virtual reality, circuits, hydraulics and more.

● Job Help on August 3 beginning at 1:15 pm at both the Canton and Waynesville Libraries. Haywood
County NCWorks Career Center staff will be on hand in the computer area to assist library patrons
with activities such as job search, resume preparation and basic computer skills. For more
information, call (828) 456-6061.

● Musical Mondays on August 6 and 13 at 10:30am at the Waynesville Library. Learn to play a few
instruments like the ukulele and recorder as we explore different musical genres. We will also be
making some homemade instruments. This is best suited for grades K-5 and registration is required.
Call 828-356-2511 for more information.

● Library Escape Room on Tuesday, August 7 at 2:00pm Escape from the Library by solving fun puzzles
and working together as a team. Registration is required! Call 828-356-2511.

● TED Talk Discussion Group on Wednesday, August 8 at 1:00pm at the Waynesville Library. Join us
for a screening of a popular TED talk and enjoy an informal discussion following. Call Kathy for more
information at 828-356-2507.

● Stuntology on Thursday August 9 at 10:30am at the Waynesville Library and 2:00pm at the Canton
Library STUNTOLOGY is the art of exploring the mysteries of the physical world by playing with
everyday objects, and the mastery of pointless techniques to amuse yourself and amaze your
friends.

● End of Summer Party on Thursday, August 9 at 2:30pm at Canton. Stay with us after the Stuntology
and celebrate the End of Summer Reading!

● Spotlight on Eggplant with Jackie Blevins on Saturday, August 10 at 1:00pm at the Waynesville
Library. Every summer we will highlight one item of the bounty to be found at our Farmers Markets.
This year’s star...Eggplant! This mysterious and sometimes much maligned vegetable can be so
delicious. Chef Jackie will demonstrate best practices for preparing eggplant. We will be taste
testing and attendees will receive recipes. Registration is required – call 828-356-2507.

● Cupcake Challenge on Monday, August 13 at 4:00pmTheme is "Libraries Rock". This could be
music themed or rock/geology themed. Drop Off for entries will be 3:00-4:oo p.m. Judging
begins at 4:00. Awards at 5:00. Please register by calling 648-2924.

• The Second Tuesday Movie Club will meet on Tuesday, April 10, at 2 p.m. at the Waynesville
Library. Popcorn, water and movie licensing fees are generously provided by the Friends of the
Library. For more information, please contact Kathy at (828) 356-2507 or kolsen@haywoodnc.net.