Library News for Adults - Special Edition
November 26, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving!

All Scott County Libraries will be closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Your winter just got more interesting! Don't miss out on this free program that will deliver activities, contests, creative projects, and more right to your mailbox. Sign up to receive:

  • an initial mailing containing a 16-page booklet and additional activities in early January
  • a mid-winter mailing of a unique creative project
  • a final mailing with a special surprise gift

Supplies are limited, so request your packet now. Complete the online form at bit.ly/SCLCozyUp.
Upcoming Adult Programs

Tuesday, December 1st, 6:30-7:45pm

Reflections are an image or representation of people, places, experiences or ideas. Reflection is also the act of fixing thoughts on something; to give it careful consideration. Join us as we discuss Heartland: a Memoir of Working Hard and Being Broke in the Richest Country on Earth.

Thursday, December 3rd, 2:00-3:00pm

If you’re starting or operating a business, you need to be prepared for your upcoming tax filing. In this workshop, you’ll learn how your business entity selection affects tax reporting. You’ll find how to address your business’s taxes, like sales and use, payroll and home office. And ultimately, you will better understand record retention and the tax cuts and jobs acts business provisions, and learn about the new tax rates. Registration required.

Wednesday, December 16th - DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PHOTO

Whether you are learning to decorate in our November At Home workshop, or you are an experienced baker & decorator, we invite you to submit a photo of your best work in the library's first ever cookie decorating contest!

There are prizes for first and second place in each of the two age categories:
  • Family (adult & child work on a cookie together)
  • Adult/Teen (solo decorating only)

For more information, including how to submit your photo, click on the blue hyperlink above.
This and That

Books & Bars, Dec. 2nd at 7:00pm - Sponsored by The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library, moderator Jeff Kamin brings his unique take on a public book club show to Saint Paul. Even if you don’t like the featured book, he “guarantees a good time at our entertaining discussions.” This week's virtual discussion centers on the book, Fleishman's is in Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner.

Virtual Talk: Robin Wall Kimmerer, Dec. 4th at 12:00pm. - The author of the highly-regarded book, Braiding Sweetgrass, discusses cultivating a reciprocal relationship with the environment, and using that connection to help us connect with one another. Sponsored by the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Free ticket required.

One-on-One Medicare Counseling - The Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging has made it even easier to answer your questions about Medicare. One-on-one counseling over the phone is now available by appointment. Click on the blue hyperlink above for more information.
Weekly Trivia Challenge

This week's challenge: Thanksgiving in Hollywood Good luck!

Test your knowledge of Thanksgiving movies and TV shows with this trivia by Kyle in New Prague. The multiple choice challenge is timed, so the faster you respond, the more points you get! You have until Tuesday, December 1 at noon to take the challenge.

We’ve built our trivia challenge in Kahoot!, but there’s no need for you to create an account. Just click the link, spin for a randomly-generated player name, and play! The top five winners will be revealed in next Wednesday’s newsletter, so be sure to remember your player name!

Here are the top finishers from last week's "Hellos Around the World" challenge. I guess Knowing Sable was a "true" name!

  1. Knowing Sable – the only 100%
  2. Kind Badger
  3. Lovely Gecko
  4. Mystery Kitten
  5. Nimble Shark
Library Staff Recommends

All titles are available (or will soon be available) in print, on Cloud Library eBooks or eAudiobooks, or RBDigital eAudiobooks.
Read-Alouds for Adults and Kids - selected by Mo from the Prior Lake Library

Mo has chosen picture books that would make good read-alouds for adults to share with children and grandchildren. These books can be enjoyed by different generations, and can spark some fun memories and conversations for the young, and young at heart!
November is National Gratitude Month! Everything in our lives has the ability to improve when we are grateful. Gratitude is more than simply saying “thank you.” Practicing daily gratitude gives us a deeper connection to ourselves, to our families, friends, and the world around us. Check out this booklist that celebrates gratitude and giving thanks! Use #NationalGratitudeMonth to post on social media. - selected and recommended by Blanca, Learning & Outreach Specialist in Youth Services.