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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters
Thursday, September 21, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
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Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
RPG Club: Fairytale Adventures
Thursday, September 21, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us to traverse magical worlds in a fantastical ongoing adventure! Anyone can play and all skill levels are welcome. Ages 12–19.
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Games Done Local: Board Games with Jack of Peace Games
Thursday, September 21, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join Adam Stichter, a local board game designer and owner of Jack of Peace Games, as he talks about game design and going from idea to prototype to finished project. We'll play some games and try making some of our own! Age 16 and up.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Trish Thurston
Thursday, September 21, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Novel Horizons: A Mixed Media Club
Thursday, September 21, 2023
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Novel Horizons is not a traditional book club, and there are no mandatory readings. Instead, in this low-stress club, you will read, watch, play, or listen to media that follows a specific theme. This month's theme is magical realism. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Age 18 and up; recommended for ages 18–32.
VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Shane Tang
Friday, September 22, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
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Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Books & Boba: All-Time Favorites
Saturday, September 23, 2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
In this book club, we’ll enjoy a DIY boba bar while we chat about various themed books. For this session, bring your favorite book to chat about while you drink some boba tea. Various teas, milk teas, and boba will be provided. Ages 12–19.
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Super Smash Bros.™ Tournament
Sunday, September 24, 2023
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Think you have what it takes to be a Super Smash Bros.™ champion? Drop in and find out! Ages 12–19.
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DIY Mini Catapults
Monday, September 25, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Drop in at the Downtown Library to make miniature siege weapons from everyday items! Ages 12–19.
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In Stitches Craft Activity
Monday, September 25, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Are you interested in embroidery? Cross-stitching? All things pixel art? Try your hand at stitching a bookmark of your own design! All materials will be provided. Ages 9–12. Please register.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Jeanette Clausen
Monday, September 25, 2023
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Must-Watch Movie Mondays
Monday, September 25, 2023
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a night of movies, snacks, and discussion as we make our way through the greatest movies of all time! From cult classics to award-winning to movies "you just have to see for yourself," we'll watch and chat about all of the movies we consider to be the best of the best. Snacks will be provided. Ages 12–19.
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Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets, and more that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3–6.
VITAL English Language Group: Book Club with Neil Klein
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The Book Club is reading A Wrinkle in Time by Madeline L'Engle this session. Contact VITAL for help accessing this title.
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Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Preschool Math & Science
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Learning begins with curiosity and wonder. With hands-on workstations, your young scientist will strengthen their independent math and comprehension skills as you investigate science topics together. Ages 3–6.
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Tween D&D
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
New to Dungeons & Dragons? Already a seasoned adventurer? Drop in for an ongoing D&D game at the Library. We'll make characters and go on new adventures every two weeks. Ages 9–12. Please register for each session you'd like to attend.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Diana Nicholson
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
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Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Registration is open
VITAL Volunteer Orientation
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
This information session includes an overview of adult literacy and English language learning, opportunities for training, a tour of VITAL resources, and the expectations of volunteers, learners, and staff involved. Completing an orientation session is mandatory before volunteering in VITAL. Age 18 and up. Please register. Learn more about VITAL tutoring.
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Cartoon Tuesdays
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join fans of classic and contemporary cartoons like Samurai Jack, Courage the Cowardly Dog, Steven Universe, and more for a night of popcorn, and discussion. Ages 12–19.
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Wonderful Ones
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Families with newborns to 18 months play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
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Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Terrific Twos
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Families with babies ages 18 months to 3 years play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time.
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Preserving Memories
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Are you interested in converting your old home movie recordings, printed photographs, or slides into a digital format you can share online? Preserving your memories, archiving, and sharing them can be a powerful way to connect with friends and family. In this open house, we'll teach you how to create digital files using our new Memory Preservation Station. You can use a cloud storage account like Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, or Dropbox to save your content. Another option is to use a USB flash drive––you can bring your own or check one out from the Library for temporary use. Age 18 and up.
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Monsters & Mayhem
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Ready to test your mettle against monsters and mayhem in a new RPG? These drop-in sessions will give players a chance to experience a different gameplay style than Dungeons & Dragons and face new challenges. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 12–19.
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Fiber Arts Club
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Do you enjoy fiber arts? Join us for this low-stress program; we'll hang out, drink tea, and work on various projects. Craft supplies will be provided, bringing projects is encouraged. Age 18 and up; recommended for ages 18–32.
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