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November 2009 Chinn Park Regional Library Download Full Calendar of Events (PDF) |
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Needles & HooksIf you like to make crafts with a needle or hook, join us on the first Tuesday of the month and have fun sharing your craft and meeting others who also enjoy needlework. Tuesday, November 3, 7:00 p.m. Drop in; no registration required. *English Chatter ClubAll new speakers of English are welcome to join us for some friendly conversation where they can practice and improve their speaking skills. Fluent English speakers are also welcome to help lead the conversations. This program is also made possible through the support of The Literacy Volunteers of America. Wednesdays, November 4,18,25 Drop in; no registration required. *Spanish CharlasThis is an opportunity for those with a basic knowledge of Spanish to practice their conversation skills in a friendly, relaxed setting. Fluent Spanish speakers are also welcome to offer help and support. So drop in and hable español. Wednesdays, November 4, 18, 25 Drop in; no registration required. Create Special Cards WorkshopAre you looking for a creative and economical way to tell friends and family how much you care? Join us for a demonstration of how to make novel birthday, thank you and seasonal cards. Then you will have an opportunity to make your own cards using stamps, paper, and exciting embellishments. Please register early as space is limited for this adult program. Saturday, November 7, 2:00 p.m. Registration begins October 24. |
*Chinn Park Chats: A Monday Afternoon Book Discussion ClubThe Color of Water by James McBride
As one of twelve children in the family, James McBride did not have a lot of time to ponder race and identity while growing up in a poor Brooklyn housing project. He knew that his deceased father was a black man from North Carolina and that his mother was “light-skinned.” In this combined autobiography and tribute to his mother, McBride reveals the true story of Ruth McBride’s background while lauding her accomplishments in raising twelve successful children. Join us to discuss this complex and moving memoir. Monday, November 9, 1:00 p.m. Drop in; no registration required. Avoid Identity Theft: Deter, Detect, DefendJoin us as representatives from the Belvoir Federal Credit Union share the latest information about identity theft. Discover ways to protect your good name and prevent identity theft from happening to you. Tuesday, November 10, 7:00 p.m. Registration required. *NOVA Novel Book ClubThe Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
Life can be hard for a Greek god in the 21st century. Artemis, goddess of the hunt, has become a professional dog walker; Apollo is a T.V. psychic and Dionysus, god of wine, runs a night club. To make matters worse these deities may be losing their immortality. Discover what happens when mere mortals Alice and Neil stumble into the Greek Gods rundown London hovel and then join the discussion on how these two modern people measure up to the Greek heroes of old. Tuesday, November 24, 7:30 p.m. Drop in; no registration required. |
All Aboard for the Prince William Model Railroad Club ShowA modular layout of model trains will run throughout the weekend as club members demonstrate the latest technology & answer your questions. Saturday, November 14 A free family program. Drop in. No tickets required. Family Craft Night:
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