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| Freedom Songs: Black History |
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Gr. 3-Adult, Mon., Feb. 6, 7-8:30 PM
Greenfield GBC Community Rm.
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Bright Star Touring Theatre, a professional touring company based in Asheville, NC, is visiting the area with their production of "Freedom Songs." This musical revue provides an energetic and engaging approach to learning about black history.
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Wed., Feb. 22, 6:30-7:30 PM
Greenfield GBC Community Rm.
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 Despite historians' focus on Abraham Lincoln as president and politician, he lived most of his adult life as a practicing lawyer. Brian Dirck, Professor of History at Anderson University, will discuss this lesser-known phase in Lincoln's life.
As a lawyer, Lincoln fed his family, made his reputation, and began his political career. These were the very skills Lincoln used so deftly to hold a crumbling nation together during his presidency.
This event is part of the "History Speaker Series" arranged by historian Joseph L. Skvarenina and genealogist Paul McNeil.
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| The Islanders: Beach Party Music |
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Mon., Feb. 27, 7-8:30 PM
Greenfield GBC Community Rm.
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Warm up with beach party music from the Islanders. Hear a mix of Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, and traditional island and pop songs. The vocal trio features Seth Jenkins on keyboard, ukulele, and guitar; Michael Beck on percussion; and Mike Kessler on congas, percussion, and steel pan drum.
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Sat., Feb. 4, 10:30-11:30 AM
Greenfield GBC Community Rm.
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Elder law attorney Pam Bennett will discuss the importance living wills. You will have the opportunity to leave with a free, signed and witnessed living will. This document will allow you to designate your choice as to whether artificial hydration and nutrition are administered in the event of incapacity due to a life-threatening injury or illness. Treating physicians are able to share your medical information with the people who will be carrying out your desires.
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| MONTHLY LITERARY DISCUSSIONS |
Tue., Feb. 7, 6-7 PM
New Palestine
Adults who love reading novels written for teens are invited to this discussion. February's selection is The Wrath and the Dawn by Renee Ahdieh.
Khalid, the eighteen-year-old Caliph of Khorasan, takes a new bride each night only to have her executed at sunrise. So it's a surprise when 16-year-old Shahrzad volunteers to marry Khalid. We encourage you to read the book in advance. Ask for a copy at the desk.
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Mon., Feb. 13, 7-8 PM
Greenfield Greenfield GBC Rm.
Adult fans (ages 20 & up) are welcome to enjoy Japanese pop culture with Librarian Jesse Keljo each month. Stay current on what's trending in the library's collection.
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| Brown Bag Book Discussion |
Tue., Feb. 14, 10-11:45 AM
Greenfield GBC Community Rm. A
Leonie Swann's mystery novel Three Bags Full is the featured selection. A witty philosophical murder mystery with a charming twist: the crack detectives are sheep determined to discover who killed their beloved shepherd on a hillside near the cozy Irish village of Glennkill.
We encourage you to read the book in advance. Ask for a copy at the library desk.
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Thu., Feb. 16, 6-8:45 PM
Greenfield Youth Program Rm.
Join a community of writers who gather for inspiration and support. People who attend this monthly meeting, whether they are published or not, discuss their work and give each other mutual encouragement.
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Thu., Feb. 16, 6:30-8 PM
New Palestine
The Wright Brothers, by David McCullough, is the featured book.
On a winter day in 1903, two brothers--bicycle mechanics from Dayton, Ohio--changed history with the first flying machine carrying a pilot.
We encourage you to read the book in advance. Ask for a copy at the library's information desk.
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| MONTHLY FAVORITES |
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Mon., Feb. 13, 1-3 PM
Greenfield GBC Community Rm. A
Improve your storytelling among appreciative listeners.
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Wed., Feb. 15, 7-8 PM,
Greenfield GBC Community Rm. B
Have you ever wanted to research your family tree but have no clue where to begin? Paul McNeil, Hancock County's official genealogist, will discuss how to get started with basic research. Also, learn what resources exist at the library and online.
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| Classic Yoga in New Palestine |
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All Levels Combined
5 Saturdays, Feb. 18-Mar. 18
$25 fee is paid at the first class, ages 60+ free
9:15-10:15 AM
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5 Saturdays, Feb. 18-Mar. 18
$25 fee is paid at the first class (ages 60+ free)
Greenfield GBC Community Rm. (Mar. 4, Youth Prog. Rm.)
Experienced, 1:30-2:30 PM
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