News from the Grand County Public Library

October 2016 
Author Event: Carolyn Finney    

Thursday, October 6, 7:00 PM
Library Large Meeting Room

The library is pleased to welcome author Carolyn Finney for a talk on her book Black Faces, White Spaces.

As a writer and cultural geographer, Dr. Carolyn Finney explores issues on race and the environment. The aim of her work is to develop greater cultural competency within environmental organizations and institutions, and challenge media outlets on their representations of difference.  Dr. Finney also serves on the National Park System Advisory Board.

Presented in partnership with the Utah Humanities Book Festival.
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Castle Valley Lecture:
History and Lore of the Mountain Men with Greg Halliday 
 
Thursday, October 6, 7:00 PM
Castle Valley Library

Rendezvous with Greg Halliday for his presentation on the life and times of the mountain men, the stalwart frontiersmen of the early 1800s, and his own experiences in recreating their tools, skills, and lifestyles.  There will be a slideshow, hand made gear, and authentic costume.

Visit the library's website for information on more upcoming events.
Utah Film Circuit: Moab
BEST OF ENEMIES 

Free Screening
Thursday, October 20
7:00 PM in Star Hall
 
In the summer of 1968 television news changed forever when ABC hired William F. Buckley Jr. and Gore Vidal to debate during the national political conventions.  The 2015 film is rated R and 87 minutes long.

Official selection: 2015 Sundance Film Festival, 2015 SXSW Film Festival.  



Shown in partnership with the Utah Film Center.  Utah Film Circuit screenings are made possible by Zions Bank, My Good Fund, and the Moab Sun News.

More upcoming Film Circuit screenings 
Spanish/English Classes at the Library 

Beginning Spanish for English Speakers
6:00 PM Each Wednesday through Oct. 26
 Don't miss this free opportunity to start learning Spanish or brush up on your skills!

Beginning English for Spanish Speakers
6:00 PM Each Thursday through Oct. 27
 These free classes will focus on language from the Utah Driver Test to help you prepare!

Certified ESL teacher and high school Spanish teacher Leroy Webb will be the instructor for all classes.   Feel free to join either class any time that you can.  Everyone is welcome!
Friends of the Library
BOOK SALE

October 22 through November 5
During Regular Library Hours
Library Large Meeting Room 

Interested in volunteering with the Friends of the Library? Contact Belinda Ledbetter, President of the Friends @ 435-719-5086.
Second Wednesday Book Club

Wednesday, October 12, 6:00 PM
Library Board Room 

October's selection is Pulitzer Prize winning All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr.  Copies are available for checkout in the library.  New participants are always welcome!

November's selection is Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard.

More upcoming book club picks 
Castle Valley Book Group

Friday, October 28, 11:00 AM
Castle Valley Library 

October's selection is Pulitzer Prize winning Lords of Finance by Liaquat Ahamed.  New participants are always welcome!

The Castle Valley Library is located in the Castle Valley Community Center and is staffed Tuesdays 9AM - 1PM, Wednesday 12PM - 4PM, Friday 1PM - 5PM. 
   
  
 
See you in the library!


Sincerely,
Grand County Public Library Staff
Grand County Public Library | 435-259-1111 | www.moablibrary.org 
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