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A Hootenanny!: The Library Terrace BandĀ
Tuesday, Aug. 22 @ 7:00 pmĀ
Lapham Meeting Room
Join Tony Traguardo and the Library’s Terrace Band members, where talented local musicians present a unique evening of live classic rock and pop music, focusing on the 1960s and 1970s. Public members who wish to play a song during the evening’s opening acoustic segment or have the band back them during the electric band segment should contact Tony Traguardo at x1406 to learn how to join the show!Ā
Cricut Craft
Wednesday, Aug. 23 @ 6:00 pm
Hagedorn Meeting Room
Join us in making some vinyl stickers with our Cricut Maker 3! This is a great way to learn more about the Cricut and enjoy crafting.Ā Register at pwpl.org beginning August 15Ā
Western Wednesday Film: The Oklahoman (1957-80 min.).
Wednesday, Aug. 23 @ 7:00 pm
Lapham Meeting Room
When town bullies set out to swindle a poor landowner out of his oil-rich property, town physician John Brighton (Joel McCrea) vows to stand up for what’s right. Francis D. Lyon directed Daniel B. Ullman’s screenplay: Barbara Hale, Gloria Talbott, and Michael Pate co-star.Ā
PWPL Blood Drive
Thursday, Aug. 24 @ 1:30 pm
Lapham Meeting Room
You may be astounded to learn that New York has never been self-sufficient in meeting its need for blood. There is no substitute for human blood, and 1 in 3 adults will require a blood transfusion at some point in their lives. You can help remedy this situation by donating blood and giving the “Gift of Life.” All donors will receive a voucher for 2 FREE Mets tickets as an extra incentive! Schedule an appointment at pwpl.org/events Ā
Sandwiched In Film: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977 – 135 min.)
Friday, Aug. 25 @ 12:00 pm
Lapham Meeting Room
An electric lineman in Indiana finds his life turned upside down after a close encounter with a UFO. This hit sci-fi film from the legendary Stephen Spielberg included breakthrough special effects and an unforgettable film score by John Williams. Starring Richard Dreyfus, Teri Garr, Francois Truffaut, and Bob Balaban. No registration is required.Ā
Film: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1999-120 min.).
Friday, Aug. 25 @ 7:00 pm
Lapham Meeting Room
Director Michael Hoffman stages William Shakespeare’s beloved fantasy, in which star-crossed lovers, a troop of inept amateur actors, a feuding pair of sprites, and a love potion gone awry all come together in an enchanted moonlit forest. Rupert Everett, Calista Flockhart, Kevin Kline, Michelle Pfeiffer and Stanley Tucci star. Ā
Introduction to 3D Design
Wednesday, Aug. 30 @ 6:00 pm
Hagedorn Meeting Room
Learn how to design simple 3D printable objects using Tinkercad. After the workshop, all designs will be printed using the Library’s 3D printer. You’re welcome to bring your laptops, but Chromebooks will also be available for participants. Anyone 8 and up is welcome, but we ask that an adult accompany participants under 11. Register at pwpl.org/events starting August 15. Ā
Wednesday Western Film: Rough Night in Jericho (1967-104 min.).
Wednesday, Aug. 30 @ 7:00 pm
Lapham Meeting Room
Former lawman Alex Flood (Dean Martin) is now the ruthless boss of Jericho, a town he once helped to clean up. Stagecoach owner Molly Lang (Jean Simmons) turns to former Deputy U.S. Marshal Dolan (George Peppard) for help.Ā
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