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Pushing the Limits Discussion Series.
Thursday, September 17 at 6:00 pm
Theme: "Transformation"
We will begin with a light supper, followed by video clips and a discussion. The videos feature a blacksmith, transforming metal into objects. Topics also include self-transformation and transforming communities.
The recommended book is The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba, about a boy who transformed bits and pieces scavenged from a junk yard into a windmill to produce electricity for his family.
There is also a young readers edition of the book. Copies of both editions are available to check out from the Library.
Reading the book is not required, as you can still enjoy the discussions.
In addition, our science partner, Jim Unruh, will provide a simple hands-on science activity.
Middle School and High School students are invited to join the adults this month. The program is free of charge. You do not need to be a resident of our library district to attend. Pre-registration by Oct. 14 is appreciated.
"Pushing the Limits" is a reading, viewing and discussion program for adults in communities served by rural libraries, made possible by a grant from the National Science Foundation. The program is a work of a team of library professionals, scientists, and filmmakers from organizations including Dartmouth College, the Association for Rural and Small Libraries, the Califa Library Group, Public Library Association, Dawson Media Group,. Institute for Learning Innovations, Goodman Research Group, and Oregon State University.
Thursday, September 17 at 6:00 pm
Theme: "Transformation"
We will begin with a light supper, followed by video clips and a discussion. The videos feature a blacksmith, transforming metal into objects. Topics also include self-transformation and transforming communities.
The recommended book is The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba, about a boy who transformed bits and pieces scavenged from a junk yard into a windmill to produce electricity for his family.
There is also a young readers edition of the book. Copies of both editions are available to check out from the Library.
Reading the book is not required, as you can still enjoy the discussions.
In addition, our science partner, Jim Unruh, will provide a simple hands-on science activity.
Middle School and High School students are invited to join the adults this month. The program is free of charge. You do not need to be a resident of our library district to attend. Pre-registration by Oct. 14 is appreciated.
"Pushing the Limits" is a reading, viewing and discussion program for adults in communities served by rural libraries, made possible by a grant from the National Science Foundation. The program is a work of a team of library professionals, scientists, and filmmakers from organizations including Dartmouth College, the Association for Rural and Small Libraries, the Califa Library Group, Public Library Association, Dawson Media Group,. Institute for Learning Innovations, Goodman Research Group, and Oregon State University.
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Sewing Machines Available
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- New Program for 2019! High Schooler Students and Adults!
- All that is required is to read 1 book that fits each month's theme and fill out a prize drawing form!
- SEE the new tab for the Reading Without Boundaries Program on our website!
Resources for Readers
What are your favorite websites for book reviews and recommendations?
Goodreads.com Bookseriesinorder.com Historicalnovels.info
Goodreads.com Bookseriesinorder.com Historicalnovels.info
COFFEE & CONVERSATION
Spanish/English Language Exchange If you know a little Spanish, or would like to learn, come chat with us. This group is now only meeting occasionally, so call the Library first to see when the next get together will be. |
CAFE Y CONVERSACION
Intercambio del Lenguaje (Espanol y Ingles) Si quieres mejorar su ingles, viene y charla con nosotros. Ahora reunimos solamente de vez en cuando. Favor de llamar a la biblioteca para preguntar cuando la proxima reunion sera. |
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