Current Newsletter - Ephrata Public Library

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Current Newsletter - Ephrata Public Library
Volume 119
Fall 2016
October 1-December 31
Friends of the Ephrata Public Library
Opening Night • Fri., Oct. 7, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
$7 admission (children under 12 free) Food Stand Opens at 5 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Food stand closes at 1 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 9, 12-5 p.m. • Mon., Oct. 10, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Tues., Oct. 11, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. • Wed., Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Over 30,000 Books, Videos, Magazines & Audiobooks for
Adults,Teens & Children Sorted into 40 Categories
Join the Ephrata Public
Library in celebrating
the health and wellness
of our community
Featuring the culinary
creations of former White
House chef John Moeller
& Wellspan Health’s head
chef, Scott Snyder!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 5 PM
BEAR MILL ESTATE, DENVER
www.sharingthebread.org
Introducing…Sharing the
Bread wines specially
crafted by Bear Mill
Estate for this event!
A Silent Auction & Live Auction will be held on the
grounds during the course of the evening.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Frees,
Inc.
Special thanks:
Programs for Children & Families
Library Hours
Mon.-Thur.
10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Fri.
Closed
Sat.
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sun.
Closed
Passport/Post Office Hours
Mon.-Thur.
9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Fri.
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sat.
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sun.
12-5 p.m.
Closing Early
Wed., Sept. 21, 5 p.m.
Closing Early
Wed., Sept. 21, 5 p.m.
Closed
Mon., Sept. 5 • Thur., Nov. 24
Sat., Dec. 24 • Sun., Dec. 25
Sat., Dec. 31
Closed
Mon., Sept. 5 • Thur., Oct. 6
Thur., Nov. 24 • Sat., Dec. 24
Sat., Dec. 31
Program Notes
NOTE: Most Library programs require registration. To register for a
program, visit our website at www.ephratapubliclibrary.org, visit
the circulation desk or call us at 717-738-9291 during business
hours. There are registration limits to most of our programs.
Many Library events are photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes. Your voice and likeness may be included in video
footage, or photography, and may be broadcast, cablecast, printed
or posted online for publicity purposes and be seen by the public.
If you do not wish to be photographed please let us know.
The Ephrata Public Library is a physical and virtual community center.
Its mission is to provide resources and to promote opportunities for
everyone seeking to improve, change, enrich, and enjoy their lives.The
Library offers free access to information reflecting differing viewpoints in
order to support an open and democratic society.
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Programs For Children & Families
Can You Dig It?
Gardening for Kids
Preschool Movie Time
Come have an adventure at the Library.
Watch a short movie featuring favorites
like Dora and Thomas! After the movie,
we’ll have a craft and color! Ages 2-5.
Wed., 10 a.m.
Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28
Oct. 5 • Nov. 23, 30
Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28
Movin’ & Groovin’ For Kids
Join us for some musical fun! Play
musical games, use scarves, rhythm
instruments and parachutes. Each
session includes a movement story.
Thurs., 11 a.m.
Sept. 8 & 22 • Oct. 27
Nov. 10 • Dec. 8 & 22
Join the outdoor fun by tending and
harvesting cold-weather crops growing
in raised beds at the library. Master
Gardeners George DiIlio and Nicole
Crockett support and instruct as we
continue the growing season right here
on library grounds. Come in garden
grubby clothes dressed for the weather
outdoors. Grades 2-6.
Thurs., Sept. 1, 4:30 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 19, 4:30 p.m.
Thurs., Oct. 13, 4:30 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 24, 4:30 p.m.
Kids Reading Tales to Tailwaggers
KPET-certified dogs and their handlers
will be in the Library ready to listen as
children read to them. Each child may
choose stories on his or her reading
level. Reading time is approximately ten
minutes. Grades 1-4.
Tues., 4 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.
Sept. 13 • Nov. 8 • Dec. 13
Pajama Party Story Time
“No PJs! No noise!” Kids gently bend the
rules for this sleepy-time party at the Library. Stories, not snores, fill the air.
Sucked thumbs come out to create
crafts.Tip-toes turn to stomps and songs
for a noisy parade through the Library.
Snacks get eaten and delivered to Library
staff and friends. Bring a stuffed animal
snuggle friend to join the fun.Ages 4-8.
Thurs., 6 p.m.
Oct. 13 • Nov. 10 • Dec. 8
Can You Dig It Goes Indoors!
For young gardeners, the growing season
is never over. Once a month, experiment
with indoor plants, make garden or
nature crafts, see how plant parts and
pollination work, learn how to cultivate
worms, a gardener’s best friend. Indoor
programs are designed for children in
grades 2-6 exclusively.
Thurs., Nov. 10, 4:30 p.m.
Thurs., Dec. 1, 4:30 p.m.
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Programs For Children & Families
Read Your Way Through Ephrata:
Story Times In Our Community
Join us at a perfect place for an artsy story time during the Ephrata
Arts & Crafts Festival at Squeeze Spot, located on Main Street in
Ephrata.Wear old clothes or bring a smock, it will be artsy! Ages 4-8.
Sat., Sept. 10, 10:30 a.m
Explore the past in the heart of Ephrata with books carefully
chosen to introduce relevant themes in the unique historic setting of the Ephrata Cloister. Free admission to Story Time but
fee applies for guided tour. Registration is required.Ages 4-8.
Wed., Oct. 12, 10:15 a.m. • Wed., Nov. 9, 10:15 a.m.
Celebrate the 125th anniversary of the founding of the Borough of
Ephrata in these unique story times at the Historical Society of the
Cocalico Valley in their special exhibit featuring the story of Evelyn
Sempier, the 1954 Miss America from Ephrata. Registration is
required.Ages 4-8,.
Sat., Oct. 29, 10 a.m. • Sat., Dec. 3, 10 a.m.
Holy
Guacamole!
Foodie Lab
for Kids
Family
Movie Night
“Zootopia”
Thurs, Sept. 8, 6 p.m.
“Finding Dory”
Thurs., Oct. 20, 6 p.m.
“Open Season:
Scared Silly”
Thurs., Nov. 10, 6 p.m.
“Norm of the North”
Thursday, Dec. 1, 6 p.m.
One child plus one parent or guardian equals healthy
food-making fun. Grades 2-6.
Thurs., Sept. 22, 4 p.m. • Thurs., Oct. 27, 4 p.m.
Cookie Exchange Special Edition
Join an Ephrata Public Library tradition – baking
and exchanging cookies with friends at the
Library. Participants bring 2-1/2 dozen cookies to
share, along with an empty container for collecting
exchanged cookies. The results – a bounty of
holiday cookies to serve at your family’s holiday
gatherings. Cooking partners will bake two fresh
batches of cookies to add to the merriment.
Grades 2-6 plus adult cooking partner.
Thurs., Nov. 17, 4 p.m.
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Programs For Homeschoolers
Fun With Science
For Homeschoolers
Supplement your curriculum with
standards-based science lessons for
children in grades 4-6. Taught by a PA
certified teacher, this program presents
lessons with a literary connection.
Wed, 10 a.m.
Sept. 7 • Oct. 19 • Nov. 2 • Dec. 7
Be An Artist! For Homeschoolers
Enter the studios of the world’s greatest
artists. Introduce yourself to their
impressive works of art and hear their
unique stories. Then, using simple materials like thick paint and a plastic fork,
imitate the artist’s style and technique to
create your own masterpiece. Not a Van
Gogh? No worries. All levels of artistic
talent are welcome. 8-13 years.
Mon., 1 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Sept. 12 • Nov. 14 • Dec. 12
Homeschool Book Club
Expand your reading curriculum with this
group. Each session, we read a chapter
book aloud with periodic stops for
comprehension questions and
discussion. Ages 6-12.
Wed., 11 a.m.
Sept. 7, 14, 21 & 28
Oct. 5 • Nov. 23 & 30
Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28
Fun With
American History
For Homeschoolers
Supplement your curriculum
with American history lessons at the Library. Open to
children in grades 4-6, this
program presents hands-on
activities, exploring periods of
American history from Native
American history to the Civil
Rights Movement. Taught by a
PA certified teacher.
Wed., 1 p.m.
Sept. 21 • Oct. 26 • Nov. 16 • Dec. 21
Use Your Head!
Problem Solving &
Thinking Skills
for Homeschoolers
Infer! Reason! Imagine! This
program provides fun, engaging activities to
help students sharpen their ability to think
logically, creatively and critically. Join us and
give your brain a workout. Grades 3-6.
Wed., 1 p.m.
Sept. 7 • Oct. 19 • Nov. 2 • Dec. 7
Mock Trials for Homeschoolers
Order in the court! Join us for six weeks
of mock trials where you’ll study criminal
justice while practicing public speaking
and critical thinking skills. Attendees
should have some comfort with public
speaking or have attended the Public
Speaking for Homeschoolers course.
Please make sure you can attend all six
classes before registering. Ages 10 and up.
Thurs., 1 p.m.
Sept. 15, 22, 29 &
Oct. 13, 20 & 27
Fun With Math
For Homeschoolers
Supplement your curriculum with standards-based math lessons for children in
grades 4-6. Taught by a PA certified
teacher, this program presents lessons
with a literary connection.
Wed., 10 a.m.
Sept. 21 • Oct. 26 • Nov. 16 • Dec. 21
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Programs For Children & Families
Blockheadz Construction Zone
Dig your fingers into bins full of colored
building bricks. Meet the newest building
challenge – inventions, mazes, your name in
blocks. Build a block-scape with retro and
futuristic building bricks, figures and accessories. Lego® bricks supplied.Ages 5-12.
Mon., 5 p.m. & 6:15 p.m.
Sept. 19 • Oct. 17
Nov. 21 • Dec. 19
American Girl Tea
featuring Nikki, Girl of the Year 2007
El Cuento Bueno (The Good Story)
Bilingual Story Time
Listen to stories in both Spanish and
English. We’ll learn basic Spanish words
and a song! Ages 5-8.
Mon., 4 p.m.
Sept. 26 • Oct. 24
Nov. 7 • Dec. 26
Nikki Fleming is a girl on a mission. She
decides to train a service dog named
Sprocket who turns out to be quite
rambunctious. Get inside Nikki’s
dilemma of whether saying “yes” to
Sprocket means saying “no” to other
things she loves. Bring your favorite doll
(or not) to enjoy a seasonal snack, a
thrilling book excerpt and a craft. Ages
8-12. Both programs are the same.
Please choose only one to attend.
Thurs., Oct. 20, 4 p.m. & 6 p.m.
Be An Artist! For Public Schoolers
Enter the studios of the world’s greatest artists.
Introduce yourself to their impressive works of
art and hear their unique stories, then, using
simple materials like thick paint and a plastic
fork, imitate the artist’s style and technique to
create your own masterpiece. Not aVan Gogh?
No worries.All levels of artistic talent are
welcome. 8-13 years.
Mon., 4 p.m.
Sept. 12 • Nov. 14 • Dec. 12
Story Time with Penny Olive:
A Bilingual PA Dutch & English Story Time
Mon.,
Nov. 21
6 p.m.
Join us for a special
reading and
journey through
PA Dutch country
with Penny Olive!
Following the bilingual story time,
using paper and
material scraps,
we’ll create paper
dolls inspired by
the book’s artistic
illustrative style.
Block Party for Tots
Introduce your young builder to a room full
of block stations just right for preschoolers.
Blocks of all sizes, shapes and colors are
provided for small construction workers.
Animal and people figures add to the imaginative fun. Children must be accompanied by
a caregiver.Ages 2-5.
Mon., Oct. 3, 11:15 a.m.
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Programs For Children & Families
Come take peculiar with us as we
celebrate the upcoming release of
the movie “Miss Peregrine’s Home
For Peculiar Children.” We’ll exchange strange stories and you’ll get
a chance to turn yourself into a “peculiar child” using iPads! Ages 10-18.
Thurs.,
Sept. 29
3:30 p.m.
Family Place
Parent/Child Workshop
Our Family Place Parent/Child Workshop series is for
parents or caregivers along with their toddlers.This familyfriendly setting, equipped with age-appropriate toys, books and
games allows parents and toddlers to play, read and interact
with each other. Each session, a resource specialist will be
onsite for informal discussion. Participants are asked to attend all five sessions.
Wed. at 9:30 a.m.
Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 9 & 16
Together Time for Family Place Alumni
Families who have already participated in our Parent/Child Workshops are welcome
to attend Together Time for a more informal play and interaction time.
Wed. at 11 a.m.
Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 9 & 16
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CONSTITUTION DAY
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Create Change in Your Community with “Carl, the Complainer”
As Carl does in the story, we’ll seize our opportunity to make change in our
community. What changes would you like to see? We’ll make and sign mock
petitions together. Ages 8-11 with parents.
10 a.m.
“Play” Your Right To Assembly!
Go back in time and enact short scripts that depict various problems the
colonists had before the Constitution was written! Learn more about our Bill
of Rights in this fun theatrical reading session. Ages 8-11.
11 a.m.
The Constitution Challenge
Test your civics knowledge on our freedoms and engage in high-energy interactive games from the computer screen to the floorboard in teams! Ages 11-18.
12 p.m.
Design-It-Yourself Banned Book Covers
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” and “The Giver” are examples of hundreds
of challenged and banned books across the globe. Nix censorship and exercise your freedom to read and make art! Design and create your own handillustrated book cover of your favorite banned or censored book with a pen
and ink, color pencil, collage material and watercolors. We’ll exhibit them
throughout the Library. Each submission is also an entry to win a Banned
Book prize pack, including an Amazon gift card. Ages 11-18.
2 p.m.
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Programs For Children & Families
OPERATION:
The Library wants to spread holiday cheer throughout the community! Join us
to make holiday pop-up cards that will be distributed to residents of Maple
Farm, a local retirement community in Akron.All ages are welcome.All program
attendees are invited to join Library staff in December to deliver the handmade
cards at Maple Farm.
Mon., Nov.7, 4 p.m.
Sew Your Own Holiday Feltie
Whether you have little or lots of experience with hand and machine sewing,
this holiday crafting session is for you. We’ll meet you at your own skill level to
create a brightly-colored felt ornament with just enough stuffing and doodads to
give it personality. Ages 10-adult. $2 suggested donation.
Thurs., Dec.15, 10 a.m. & 6:15 p.m.
Milk and Cookies with Santa
Got “Ho! Ho! Ho!” on the brain this
month? Come enjoy milk and cookies
with Santa. Celebrate with a holiday
story, activity pages and special music.
Don’t be surprised if You-Know-Who
(with the red hat) shows up to snap a
picture with you before he starts his
holiday rounds. Ages 2-8. Older and
younger siblings are welcome, too.
Thurs., Dec. 8, 4 p.m.
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Programs For Children & Families
FAMILY GAME NIGHT
Keep Talking and
Nobody Explodes!
Find yourself trapped alone in a room
with a ticking time bomb.Your family
members or friends have the manual to
defuse it, but they can’t see the bomb, so
you’re going to have to talk it out – fast!
This game of puzzles will test the limits of
your communication skills…and relationships. For ages 10 and up.
Thurs., Sept. 29, 6 p.m.
Hide &
Seek
Hide and Seek @ The Library!
Come play a thrilling game of hide and
seek tag at the library after hours.
We’ll be playing in the dark, so bring a
flashlight if possible. For ages 8 and up.
Thurs., Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m.
Quiplash and Ear Wax
Join us for two fun party games that require quick and creative thinking. Guaranteed
to make you laugh! For ages 10 and up.
Thurs., Nov. 17, 6 p.m.
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Program For Children & Families
The Holiday Season Around the World
We have just finished celebrating the holidays with all its many traditions, but
have you ever wondered how people of other cultures celebrate the holiday
season? Join us to learn about several holiday traditions around the world, including a craft and a traditional holiday treat. Ages 6-10.
Wednesday, December 28, 2 p.m.
This 8-week class for children ages 6 months-5 years will teach you over
100 signs to use with your child. In a playful, educational and language-rich
environment, caregivers and children will build their American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary through instruction, interactive games and songs.
Each
is required
to purchase
a workbook and CD set for $30. This
Ahoy!
Joinfamily
a fierce
pirate captain
to
class
is
limited
to
8
families.
Please
only register 1 adult in your family and
learn how to speak like a pirate!
we
will
contact
you
to
find
out
the
number
of children and their ages. We ask
At the end of your pirate lesson,
that
participants
only
register
if
they
can
commit
to attending all 8 sessions.
join the ship’s crew and go on a
Talk Like
A Pirate Day!
search for buried treasure.
Mondays at 10 a.m.
Argh! We willOctober
be using the
12, 19, 26 and November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
Library’s digital service Mango
Language for this program. This
program is for ages 8 and
up. Feel free to come in
pirate garb!
Mon., Sept. 19 • 4:30 p.m.
Monday, June 29 • 10 a.m.
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Lapsits, Toddlers Times & Story Times
Lapsit Story Times
Young toddlers and their caregivers join in singing songs and learning Mother Goose nursery rhymes along wiht a short book. We’ll also learn basic sign language and have play time.
Ages 6-24 months.
Thurs., Sept. 8, 10 a.m.
Mon., Sept. 19, 10 a.m.
Thurs., Sept. 22, 10 a.m.
Mon., Oct. 3, 10 a.m.
Mon., Oct. 17, 10 a.m.
Thurs., Oct. 27, 10 a.m.
Mon., Nov. 7, 10 a.m.
Thurs., Nov. 10, 10 a.m.
Mon., Nov. 21, 10 a.m.
Mon., Dec. 5, 10 a.m.
Thurs., Dec. 8, 10 a.m.
Mon, Dec. 19, 10 a.m.
Thurs., Dec. 22, 10 a.m.
Toddler Times
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to this story time which includes songs, finger plays
and short stories with a focus on early literacy skills. Ages 2 & 3.
Thurs., Sept. 1 & 15, 11 a.m.
Tues., Nov. 1 & 15, 10 a.m.
Tues., Sept. 6 & 20, 10 a.m.
Thurs., Nov. 3 & 17, 11 a.m.
Mon., Sept. 12 & 26, 11 a.m.
Tues., Nov. 8 & 22, 10 a.m.
Tues., Sept. 13 & 27, 10 a.m.
Mon., Nov. 14 & 28, 11 a.m.
Tues., Oct. 4 & 18, 10 a.m.
Thurs., Dec. 1 & 15, 11 a.m.
Thurs., Oct. 20, 11 a.m.
Tues., Dec. 6 & 20, 10 a.m.
Mon., Oct. 24, 11 a.m.
Mon., Dec. 12 & 26, 11 a.m.
Tues., Oct. 25, 10 a.m.
Tues., Dec. 13 & 27, 10 a.m.
Story Times
Preschoolers are invited to this story time inegrating songs and learning concept-enriched finger plays.
Some songs include American Sign Language and also the opporutnity to get up and dance.Ages 4 & 5.
Thurs., Sept. 1 & 15, 10 a.m.
Tues., Sept. 6 & 20, 11 a.m.
Thurs., Sept. 13 & 27, 11 a.m.
Tues., Oct. 4 & 18, 11 a.m.
Thurs., Oct. 20, 10 a.m.
Thurs., Oct. 25, 11 a.m.
Tues., Nov. 1 & 15, 11 a.m.
Thurs., Nov. 3 & 17, 10 a.m.
Thurs., Nov. 8 & 22, 11 a.m.
Thurs., Dec. 1 & 15, 10 a.m.
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Programs For Children & Families
Celebrate International Games Day at the Ephrata Public Library! Enjoy a day of
casual and competitive gaming. Bring your 3DS for open play or try your luck at
one of our many board games. We will also have video game tournaments
co-sponsored by Complete in Box with prizes for the top competitors. All ages
welcome. Check our website for details on tournament times.
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Programs For Tweens
Come watch a movie on the big screen and grab some popcorn. Ages 10-12.
“Ratchet
and Clank”
Rated PG. 94 minutes.
Tues., Sept. 6, 6 p.m.
“Zootopia”
Rated PG. 108 minutes.
Tues., Oct. 4, 6 p.m.
Tween Gamers Club
“Nightmare Before
Christmas”
Rated PG. 76 minutes.
Play some of your favorite Nintendo Wii or Wii U games on the
Library’s big screen! If you have a Nintendo 3DS, feel free to bring
it along to play with while others are taking their turns.
Ages 10-12.
Tues., 4 p.m.
Sept. 13 & Sept. 27
Oct. 25
Nov. 8 & 22
Dec. 13 & 27
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Programs For Tweens & Teens
Write Here, Right Now:
Writer’s Workshop
for Tweens &Teens
Take a break from all the electronics
and try out a game or activity from
back in the day! Ages 10-18.
Perfect your writing skills in a
supportive environment.
Mondays at 4 p.m.
Respond to writing prompts,
September 28 • October 26 •
share writing excerpts and
learn how to give helpful
critiques. Ages 10-18.
Shrinky Dinks
Thursday, Sept. 8, 4 p.m.
Cat’s Cradle String Games
Thursday, Oct. 13, 4 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 26, 4 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 24, 4 p.m.
Mon., Nov. 28, 4 p.m.
Cootie Catchers
Thursday, Nov. 10, 4 p.m.
Bourne To Be A Spy
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Dodge lasers and
army crawlthrough obstacles
as you go through
some secret spy
basic training! Be
sure to wear black!
Ages 11-18.
Wed., Nov. 9
6 p.m.
ZOMBIE DAY!
Programs For Tweens & Teens
Nintendo 3DS
Community
Join us for some 3DS fun! Whether
you’re the next Pokemon Master or
the Mayor in your Animal Crossing
town, come prepared to make friends,
exchange friend codes and have a
great time.You need to bring your
own Nintendo 3DS. Ages 10-18.
Wed., Sept. 28, 4 p.m.
Wed., Oct. 26, 4 p.m.
Wed., Nov. 23, 4 p.m.
Come join us for everything
zombie! We will be doing zombiethemed activities, games and even
make-up! Ages 12-18.
Sat., Oct. 15, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
You could take a trip to Mexico and learn about Day of the Dead, or you could
just stop in at the Library! Learn about Dia de los Muertos while getting to do
some traditional crafts like decorating skulls! Ages 10-18.
Tues., Nov. 1, 6 p.m.
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Programs For Tweens & Teens
COD3R5:
Coding Club for
Tweens & Teens
Designed for tinkerers, makers,
beginners and experts – join
other tweens and teens to learn
basic coding skills using C.H.I.P., a
single board personal computer.
Thurs., Sept.22, 4 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 24, 4 p.m.
Thurs., Nov. 17, 4 p.m.
Mon., Dec. 19, 4 p.m.
Cosplay Workshop (Costume Making)
Try your hand at a new craft – costume making. Crafty librarians and friends will help
you take “Goodwill chic” clothing or your own castoffs and fashion them into a
costume to remember.You’re welcome to wear your new fashions during our Anime
Day or at other Library programs! Sewing machines, cloth, crafting materials and
decorations will be supplied. If possible, bring a picture of the character you’d like to
be and a thrift shop clothing item or two that reminds you of this character. Snip, tuck,
decorate! You’ll surprise yourself.
of the Ephrata Public Library
Junior Friends
Mon,, Oct. 3, 5 p.m.
Mon., Nov. 7, 5 p.m.
For more information and meeting dates,
see Laura B. at the circulation desk.
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TEEN GAMERS CLUB
Programs For Teens
Tired of dominating bots? Come to the Library for some friendly real-life
competition on our big screen. Choose from a selection of games we have
or bring your own copy of any multiplayer game for Xbox 360, Playstation
3 or Wii U. Ages 13-18.
Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Sept. 6 & 20 • Oct. 4 & 18 • Nov. 1 & 15 • Dec. 6 & 20
Anime Club
Join us for our Anime Club and watch new anime, find out
what’s new on our shelves and have a say in what we add to
our collection. Ages 13-18.
Mon., Sept. 12, 4 p.m.
Mon., Nov. 14, 4 p.m.
Mon., Dec. 12, 4 p.m.
We’ll work through the set list from “Punk in
the Kitchen,” “Lost in the Supermarket” and
“Tales of Meat & Metal” – true recipes
created by indie and rock artists, and allow us
for some independent cooking and eating!
Sat., Oct. 15, 1 p.m.
Sat., Nov. 5, 1 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 10, 1 p.m.
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Programs for Teens
Anime Day for Teens
You are a host! Join us for an Ouran High School Host
Club tea party! We’ll be watching anime and playing
games. Cosplay welcome and encouraged! It doesn’t
have to be Ouran themed. Ages 13-18.
Sat., Oct. 22, 1 p.m.
Teen Movie Night
Tues.,
Dec. 20
6 p.m.
Tues.,
Oct. 18
6 p.m.
Tues.,
Sept. 20
6 p.m.
Tues.,
Nov. 15
6 p.m.
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Programs for Teens
You are enjoying a party when a body is discovered. Murder! The
killer is in the room with you. Play a key role in a murder mystery
and see if you can figure out who the killer is…before you’re next!
Dinner will be provided. Ages 13-18.
Mon., Oct. 31, 6 p.m.
Visit our website at
www.ephratapubliclibrary.org!
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Programs for Teens
Our Teen Reading Lounge series
includes art activities, film screenings, a theater performance and
opportunities for outreach in our
community! Registration is required.
Against Race:Teen Film Screening of “Race”
and Discussion
Challenge today’s attitudes about racism and stereotyping in an eye-opening discussion. Watch Jesse Owen’s
remarkable story in the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
Sat., Oct. 1, 1 p.m.
Symbols of Compassion:
Teen Book Discussion & Art Project
Using the book “You Don’t Even Know Me: Stories and
Poems About Boys” by Sharon Flakes, identify lies, prejudices
and stereotypes and examples in your own life. Design your
own visual symbols of hate, oppression, compassion and
justice in society.
Sat., Oct. 22, 1 p.m.
Teen Book Discussion & Art Project:
“Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of
the Universe” by Benjamin Alire Såenz
Explore love, friendship, loneliness, individuality and identity in
the award-winning “Aristotle and Dante.” Continue to design
your own visual symbols of love, oppression, compassion and
justice in society and prepare them for exhibition.
Sat., Nov. 22, 1 p.m.
Teen Reading Lounge is made possible by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by
the Pennsylvania Department of Education through the Office of Commonwealth Libraries, and the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania, Tom Wolf, Governor. Additional support is provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
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Programs for Teens
Teen Read Week Book Trailers
FOR TEENS!
Do you have favorite books on our YA Smackdown display? Using
iPads we’ll be making book trailers about our favorite YA titles. Be sure
to check out the display in the Library. For teens.
Mon., Oct. 10, 4 p.m. & Wed., Oct. 12, 4 p.m.
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Programs for Teens & Adults
BANNED BOOKS WEEK
Celebrating the Freedom to Read
Sept. 27 - Oct. 3
Tweens, teens and adults are invited
Online
Gamers Club
Design-It-Yourself
to
join us for an afternoon Banned
of adven- Books Week Cover Contest
Through October 1, submit an 8.5” x 11” color copy of your digital or hand-illustrated book
cover that takes a new look at your favorite banned or censored book.We’ll exhibit them
throughout the Library. Each submission is an entry to win a Banned Book prize pack, including an Amazon gift card! Lists of banned books can be found at the circulation desk for inspiration or look for a “Banned Book” spine label throughout the Library. Open to all ages. For
more information, visit the circulation desk for instructions, a book list and contest details.
September 1-October 1
An Open Mic Night Mixer
Join us for open mic public readings of our and your favorite paragraphs and poems from
books that have been banned. Sign up for a slot in advance. Listen to readings and make
your own censored mocktail (non-alcoholic beverages with fruit, ice and juices). Celebrate
the first amendment during Banned Books Week, a week-long celebration of the freedom
to read. Door prizes include a set of banned books and a banned book mug, button and
t-shirt pack. Adults, business members, young professionals welcome.
Thurs., Sept. 29, 7 p.m.
Sponsored by Mitchell A. Sommers, Esq. PC • 107 W. Main St., Ephrata, PA 17522
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Programs for Adults
Monday Morning Movies
With Coffee
& Donuts
Outside-The-Lines
Adult
Coloring
Guild
Make your Monday morning more tolerable by joining us for a
movie and coffee.
Coloring helps relieve
stress…even for adults! Join
us for our monthly adult coloring group. Detailed coloring pages,
along with all supplies, are provided. Come
create, de-stress and have fun!
Wed., Sept. 7, 6:30 p.m.
Wed., Oct. 5, 6:30 p.m.
Wed., Nov. 2, 6:30 p.m.
Wed., Dec. 7, 6:30 p.m.
Digging Up
Your Roots
Genealogy
Group
Our genealogy group is
open to anyone interested in learning about
their ancestry. It’s a way for us “amateur”
genealogists to connect by sharing ideas and
suggestions, and offering help to others who
are studying their family histories. Beginning
genealogists to the most advanced genealogists are welcome to attend. Be sure to bring
your research and questions!
Tues., Sept. 6, 1 p.m.
Tues., Oct. 4, 1 p.m.
Tues., Nov. 1, 1 p.m.
Tues., Dec. 6, 1 p.m.
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Afternoon Tea
with the BBC
Join us and enjoy watching different BBC selections while sipping
tea and devouring delicious treats.
Wed., 11 a.m.
Sept. 14 & 28 • Oct. 19
Nov. 2 & 16 • Dec. 7
Programs For Adults
Veterans
Lecture Series
This walking
book discussion group
covers three
essentials to
a healthy
brain – mental, physical and social activity.While walking
the Ephrata Linear Park Trail, we’ll discuss
the month’s book selection.The group
meets in the Library lobby before hitting
the trail for an hour of walking and talking.
In collaboration with the
Winters Leadership
Memorial Committee
Check out our events
calendar for a complete
program listing!
“Grandma Gatewood’s Walk”
An Inspiring Story of the Woman
Who Saved the Appalachian Trail”
by Ben Montgomery
Thurs., Sept. 15, 6 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 27, 7 p.m.
Tues., Oct. 25, 7 p.m.
Tues., Nov. 15, 7 p.m.
Tues., Dec. 13, 7 p.m.
“A Man Called Ove”
by Fredrik Backman
Thurs., Oct. 13, 6 p.m.
“When Breathe Becomes Air”
by Paul Kalanithi
Thurs., Nov. 10, 6 p.m.
Share your love of knitting, crocheting and quilting! Provide love, a
sense of security and comfort to
children in need by volunteering
your skills to become a “blanketeer.”
To join, contact Bonnie at 717-4133892.
Tues., 6 p.m.
Sept. 27 • Oct. 25
Nov. 22 • Dec. 13
Ephrata Writers Group
Join a friendly group of writers for readings, critiques and advice in our monthly
writers group.
Thurs., 6 p.m.
Sept. 1 & 22 • Oct. 6 & 27
Nov. 3 • Dec. 1 & 15
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Veteran Lecture Series
“Martyrs’ Mirror: A Social
History” with Author David
Weaver-Zercher
Introduction to
Saint Oscar Romero of
America with Author
Emily Wade Will
"Martyrs' Mirror:A
Social HIstory"
with Author David
Weaver-Zercher
Next to the Bible,
the "Martyrs' Mirror" is the single
most important
text to the Anabaptists.Author
David WeaverZercher traces the
publication, use and dissemination of the
"The Martyrs' Mirror" across four centuries and explains its sacred status in
today's Mennonite and Amish households.
Books available to sign and purchase.
Archbishop
Oscar Romero
was martyred for
speaking truth to
the powerful of El
Salvador. As global
economic disparities grow, many of
Romero’s truths
are as relevant
today as they
were some 40 years ago. Join author and
Akron resident Emily Wade Will as
she discusses the research that brought
her to her recently released book,
“Archbishop Oscar Romero:
The Making of a Martyr.”
Wed., Oct. 19, 7 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 13, 6 p.m.
10th Anniversary of Nickel Mines
with Author Janice Ballenger
Janice Ballenger will discuss her role as a volunteer EMT and
a Deputy Coroner for the County of Lancaster, offering
hope to all.As the first female Deputy Coroner for the
county, Ballenger was thrust into the national spotlight when
she responded to the Nickel Mines Amish school tragedy.
Ten young Amish girls were shot, execution style, with five
dying, along with the shooter taking his own life. She turned
to writing her book of memoirs, covering many subjects, to
stop her mind from revisiting the scene she witnessed i
nside the school. Her book,“Addicted to Life & Death:
Memoirs of an EMT & Deputy Coroner” will be available
for purchase and signing.
Sat., Oct. 1, 2 p.m.
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Independent Film Screenings
Wondrous Boccaccio
Set in Florence 1348 10 individuals share
stories of love to escape from the reality of
the Black Death. An loose adaptation of Boccaccio's "DeCameron". Not rated. 120 minutes. Italian with English subtitles.
Wed., Sept. 7, 1 p.m.
Theeb
A coming of age story of brothers Theeb
and his brother Hussein during the war
period of the Ottoman Empire in 1916.
Not rated. 100 minutes. Arabic with English subtitles.
Wed., Oct. 19, 1 p.m.
Seafog
In desperation a ship's captain smuggles
illegal migrants to South Korea and
tragedy ensues. South Korea's entry to
the 87th Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film. Not rated. 111 minutes. Korean with English subtitles.
Wed., Nov. 16, 1 p.m.
The Marquise von O
In this film adaptation of German Romanticist Heinrich von Kleist's "Die Marquise
of O,”, a widowed marquise struggles to
explain her pregnancy after an assault and
publicly seeks to marry the unknown father of her child. Not rated. 103 minutes.
German with English subtitles.
Wed., Dec. 14, 1 p.m.
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Programs For Adults
FLU SHOT CLINIC
Prevent the flu from getting you. Get
vaccinated! Kmart Pharmacy will be in the
Library lobby to hold a flu shot clinic. Flu
shots for people 65 or over will have a
$0 copay with Medicare B. Cash
price for those without insurance
coverage is $17.99. Wear loose
clothing, bring insurance cards
and Medicare B card, if applicable.
Any questions, please call Kmart
Pharmacy at 721-9021.
Mon, Sept. 12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 3, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Join small business owners from
the Ephrata area along with
members of the Ephrata Area
Chamber of Commerce in the
Library’s new Exploratorium for
this monthly networking and
educational opportunity. For
more information, please call
SCORE mentor, Fred Engle at
717-572-8554 or englef@verizon.net.
Tues., Sept. 27, 8 a.m.
Tues., Oct. 25, 8 a.m.
Tues., Nov. 22, 8 a.m.
Sign up for our
weekly Wowbrary
email and
receive notification of
the new materials we
add to our collection
each week!
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Programs for Adults
Cookbook
Club
Thur., Sept. 8
6:30 p.m.
Join us at St. Boniface Brewery for this casual book discussion
group!
“Wild Hundreds”
by Nate Marshall
Named after a neighborhood in the south side of Chicago, Marshall’s poetry is a collection of stories of black lives in a black world.
Thur., Oct. 13
6:30 p.m.
Tues., Sept. 20, 7 p.m.
“The Golden Notebook”
by Doris Lessing
Groundbreaking in 1962, Lessing’s experiment of merging four fictional notebooks about Anna Wulf and her conflicts of love, marriage, communism and politics became one of Time Magazine’s most
important 100 books of the century.
Tues., Oct. 18, 6 p.m.
Thur., Nov.10
6:30 p.m.
“The Color of Water: A Black Man’s
Tribute to His White Mother”
by James McBride
This New York Times bestseller is a biography of McBride’s mother’s life, a
daughter of a Jewish Orthodox Rabbi, her struggles of identity in the deep
south and his coming-of-age story as the black son of a white woman.
Tues., Nov. 22, 7 p.m.
“Orlando”
by Virginia Woolf
Thur., Dec. 8
6:30 p.m.
Published in 1928, “Orlando” is a story of an individual who, after a
successful career as a man, falls into a deep sleep and awakens as a
woman. It is heralded as a feminist novel and one that generated
questions about society’s role in determining gender.
Tues., Dec. 6, 7 p.m.
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Programs for Adults
Mystery Book
Discussion Group
Thurs.,
Sept. 15
6:30 p.m.
Monday Morning Movie
with Coffee & Donuts
Make your Monday morning more
tolerable by joining us for a movie
and coffee.
“1984”
Mon., Sept. 12 10 a.m.
Thurs.,
Oct. 20
6:30 p.m.
“Miracles From Heaven”
Mon., Oct. 17, 10 a.m.
“Hello My Name is Doris”
Mon., Nov. 14, 10 a.m.
“Whiskey Tango Foxtrot”
Mon., Dec. 12, 10 a.m.
Thurs.,
Nov. 17
6:30 p.m.
SEPTEMBER 27
Thurs.,
Dec. 15
6:30 p.m.
Register to vote at the Library! Million need to register
and re-register this year.
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Programs for Adults
Choose Your Own Adventure:
A Book Club for the 55+ Crowd
Where do you want to go today? Join us for an armchair traveling experience through
works of fiction and nonfiction! This group is held at Keystone Villa Retirement Community, located at 100 North State Street, Ephrata.The public is welcome to attend.
Register for this program on the Library’s website.
Mon., Oct. 10, 6:30 p.m.
Mon., Nov. 7, 6:30 p.m.
Mon., Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m.
Friends of the Ephrata Public Libray
Holiday Poinsettia Sale
Friday, December 2 &
Saturday, December 3
In The Library Lobby
More Information at the Circulation Desk!
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Computer Classes
Using a Flash Drive
101
Amazon Prime 101: Music
If you subscribe to Amazon Prime, you are given
access to a robust music library you can listen to
with no additional cost! Join us in this class to
learn how to take advantage of this awesome
service.This class has a $5 fee.You must be an
Amazon Prime member to attend.
Tues., Sept. 27, 11 a.m.
Amazon Prime 101: Video
If you subscribe to Amazon Prime you are given
access to a robust video library you enjoy with
no additional cost. Learn how to access, stream
and enjoy the millions of TV shows and movies
Amazon offers! This class has a $5 fee which
includes handouts.You must be an Amazon
Prime member to attend this class.
Tues., Nov. 1, 11 a.m.
Amazon Prime 101: Shipping & Deals
Amazon Prime members not only get free
two-day shipping, but access to special deals
only for them. Join us in this class to learn all
about these special bargains. This class has a $5
fee which includes handouts.You must be an
Amazon Prime member to attend this class.
Tues., Nov. 15, 11 a.m.
Amazon Prime 101: Books
Kindle users with Amazon Prime get a little
extra. Learn about books you can read for
free as an Amazon Prime member. This class
has a $5 fee.You have to be an Amazon Prime
member to attend this class. For full benefit,
bring your Kindle device to class.
Tues., Nov. 22, 11 a.m.
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In this class we’ll cover all you need to
know about flash drives! Learn how to save
and access files, how to organize your files
and more.There is a $20 fee which
includes a flash drive and handouts.
Thur., Sept. 8, 4 p.m.
Windows 10: Tips and Tricks
Join us in this class to learn features of
Windows 10 that will make your life easier.
Do your icons get big for no reason? We
can fix that. Not sure how to access your
programs? We can fix that, too! This class
has a $10 fee which includes handouts.You
must have a laptop with Windows 10
installed and bring it to class.
Mon., Sept. 12, 11 a.m.
Privacy on the Internet
Are you wondering how to tell if a website
is secure? Join us in this class to learn tips
and tricks for judging if the websites you’re
using are safe.This class has a $5 fee which
includes handouts.
Thur., Sept. 15, 11 a.m.
iHelp: Open iPad Forum
Do you have questions about your iPad?
Come to this open forum to meet other
iPad users and get the tech help you need.
Thurs., Sept.22, 11 a.m.
Google Drive: Storage
In this class we’ll be focusing on how to
use Google Drive as cloud storage. Learn
how to store files, sync with other devices
an d make the most of the free space
Google provides you with.This class has a
$10 fee which includes handouts.You must
have a Google account to attend.
Wed., Sept 26, 11 a.m.
Computer Classes
Goodreads
Goodreads is a virtual bookshelf that gives
you the ability to manage all the books
you’ve read, books you are currently reading
and books you plan to read. Using
Goodreads, you can get recommendations
for new books and meet other fans of series you love.You must have a Goodreads
account before class.This class has a $5 fee
which includes handouts.
Wed., Oct. 19, 4 p.m.
Flipboard
Flipboard is a news magazine you help
create by selecting what interests you. By
allowing Flipboard to get to know your
interests you will have a personalized news
magazine you can view daily.This class has a
$5 fee.You may bring your own device with
Flipboard installed, or use a Library device in
class.
Mon., Oct. 24, 11 a.m.
YouTube
In this class, we’ll be learning how to search,
save and organize your favorite videos.You
must have a Google or YouTube account to
attend this class.This class has a $5 fee
which includes handouts.
Wed., Oct. 26, 11 a.m.
Intermediate Gmail
Join us in this class to learn about organizing
messages, creating contact groups and
personalizing Gmail to suit your everyday
needs.This class is designed for computers.
Content will be different than the Gmail app
on tablets and phones.This class has a $10
fee which includes handouts.
Mon., Nov. 7, 11 a.m.
Excel 2013: Beginner
Learn the basics of Excel 2013 including formatting text, setting up a basic worksheet, deleting
cells, rows and columns and printing worksheets
and workbooks.This class has a $20 fee which
includes weekly handouts.
Weds., Sept. 7 & 21, 11 a.m.
Excel 2013: Intermediate
In this two-part class, we’ll teach you how to
use multiple worksheets and workbooks, work
with charts, advanced formatting and applying
styles.This class has a $20 fee which includes
weekly handouts.
Mons., Nov. 21 & Dec. 5, 4 p.m.
Word 2013: Beginner
In this two-part course, we’ll be learning how to
create documents, edit and format text, save,
print and reopen files.We’ll introduce you to
cut, copy and paste, inserting images into a document and downloading templates to make your
projects easier.This class has a $20 fee which
includes handouts each week.
Weds., Nov. 2 & 16, 4 p.m.
Word 2013: Holiday Mailing Labels
Tired to hand-addressing your holiday cards?
Join us in this class to learn how to make holiday
mailing labels in Word! We’ll be learning how to
create a label sheet that you can use as a t
emplate for years to come.This class has a $5
materials fee which includes handouts.
Thur., Nov. 3, 4 p.m.
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Computer Classes
Cord Cutters Class
Cable bill too high? Thinking about cutting the
cable cord? This class is for you! We will
explore the many exciting options available to
help you save money, and put you in control.
Even if you don’t want to cut the cord entirely,
these services can enhance what you already
have with your cable subscription.
Thur., Nov. 10, 4 p.m.
Instagram
Learn all about the Instagram app in this class.
We’ll be snapping photos, adding filters, hashtagging all afternoon.You must have the Instagram app downloaded to your device, or you
can use a Library device in class.This class has
a $5 fee which includes handouts.
Thur., Nov. 17, 11 a.m.
Amazon:
One-Stop Holiday Shopping
Looking for the perfect gift but running out
of time? Amazon is your solution. Join us in
this class to learn how to have gifts shipped
to your door.This class has a $5 fee which
includes handouts.
Mon., Dec. 5, 11 a.m.
Paprika: Recipe Manager
Looking for a place to manage your holiday
meal recipes? The app Paprika gives you a
place to manage your recipes on your mobile
devices. Learn how to add, edit and save
recipes using Paprika.This class has a $5 fee
which includes handouts.You can bring your
device with Paprika installed or use a Library
device to learn.
Mon., Dec. 12, 11 a.m.
Streaming Holiday Jams
Looking for the perfect holiday playlist? Join
us in this class to learn different options for
streaming the perfect holiday music in your
home.This class has a $5 fee which includes
handouts.
Wed., Dec. 14, 4 p.m.
Kindle Users Anonymous
Are you a Kindle addict? That’s OK!
We want you to be! Come join us at
Kindle Users Anonymous to meet
other Kindle users, share your love of
Kindle and get the tech support you
need. Each month we’ll look at
something you can use for your
Kindle. This group is specifically
designed for Kindle
Fire users.You should have
a Kindle Fire to attend.
Skype: Video Calling
Do you have a family member who can’t
make it home for the holiday? Make it feel
like they’re with you this holiday season by
learning how to use Skype video calling.This
class has a $5 fee which including handouts.
This class focuses on using Skype on the
computer.
Thur., Dec. 8, 4 p.m.
Thurs., 6 p.m.
Sept. 8 • Oct. 13 • Nov. 10 • Dec. 8
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Now available for meetings,
business retreats,
private parties & more!
For information, reservations or to schedule a tour, contact:
Rich Repkoe at rrepkoe@ephratapubliclibrary.org
Sat.,
Sept. 10
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Stop by the Library
and have your car
washed by our
Junior Friends!
By donation.
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The Art of
Recovery:
An Exhibition
In partnership with The Retreat of Lancaster’s art therapy program, view
creations that show the ugly side of addiction and the recovery/path to
hope. Audiences will engage in the art, feel the struggle and understand
the success of recovery through art therapy.
September 6- September 30
Addiction,Treatment & Recovery
with The Retreat of Lancaster County
This panel discussion, featuring the Retreat’s Dr. Joseph Troncale and Jack
Sodak, will explore the genetic nature of addiction. Additionally, these presenters will discuss warning signs of addiction and will review strategies that
family members can utilize to help an addicted family member, including
treatment options.There will be a Q&A time at the end of the panel discussion during which the public can ask their questions and share their stories.
Wed., Oct. 19, 6 p.m.
Ephrata Public Library
550 South Reading Road
Ephrata, PA 17522
www.ephratapubliclibrary.org
717.738.9291