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Fredricksen Reads:
One Book, One Community's 2012 pick!
Zeitoun by Dave Eggers
Thursday, October 18 at 7 pm
Become a part of Fredricksen Reads, our series of book discussions, as we discuss this year's One Book, One Community book choice - Zeitoun by Dave Eggers. This National Bestseller documents the story of a long-time New Orleans resident who chose to stay behind during Hurricane Katrina while the rest of his family evacuated, describing how he spent days after the storm traveling by canoe to feed abandoned animals before he was inexplicably arrested. REGISTER ONLINE 

Two films celebrating the One Book, One Community choice:
Indie Film Fridays: Mine - Friday, October 12 at 7 pm
We celebrate this year's One Book, One Community choice with MINE, a documentary about the essential bond between humans and animals, set against the backdrop of Hurricane Katrina. This gripping, character-driven story follows New Orleans residents as they attempt the daunting task of trying to reunite with their pets who have been adopted by families all over the country, and chronicles the custody battles that arise when two families love the same pet. Not recommended for ages under 17 without parental permission. No registration necessary. 

Trouble the Water - Friday, October 26 at 7 pm
This Oscar-nominated documentary follows aspiring rap artist Kimberly Roberts and her husband Scott who, with no means of evacuation, documented their struggle to survive the flood waters of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans' Ninth Ward and its bureaucratic nightmare aftermath. This film is not rated. Not recommended for ages under 17 without parental permission. No registration necessary. 

Pennsboro Pumpkin Fest
Saturday, October 6 - 9:30 am to 5 pm
and Sunday, October 7 - 11 am to 5 pm
Paint a pumpkin at the East Pennsboro Library’s booth at the annual Pumpkin Fest held at Adams Ricci Park. Our booth will be located next to the Friends of East Pennsboro Library’s gigantic two-day book sale extravaganza.  Don't forget to visit the Road Hawg Barbecue booth this year - once again they will be donating 25% of their proceeds to East Pennsboro Branch Library! The Friends of East Pennsboro Library will
expand to 4 booths this year, with one sponsored by Studio 91. 

 
Farmers on Walnut Grows in Camp Hill
Following Bee Local @ Fredricksen Library in September 2011, the Library, farmers, and Camp Hill Borough participated in the planning and start-up of a seasonal, open air, producer-only farmers' market to provide residents of our service area with a resource for fresh, nutritious, locally grown and raised produced, meat, dairy, bread and other farm goods. The market opened to great success for the season on Thursday, May 24, 2012 to a wonderful crowd of local shoppers, and will operate every Thursday from 3-7PM through November 15, 2012. Fredricksen Library maintains a nonprofit booth at the market the first Thursday of each month, where we have exhibited and provided information to an average of 520 visitors about the library and its programs, hosted a Celtic Band (Seasons), and promoted and registered participants for our Library Loop 5K. Look for these upcoming programs at the Library's booth at Farmers on Walnut in October and November:
October 4, 2012
ebooks Hub: Learn about eReaders and how to borrow and download ebooks through Fredricksen’s catalog
November 1, 2012
Don't miss a sneak peek at the items available at our Friends of Fredricksen Library's annual Silent Auction!


2nd Annual Bee Local @ Fredricksen -
Thank you to 1200+ attendees! 
The Bee Local Festival returned to Fredricksen Library on Saturday, September 15, 2012 with a celebration of local food & farms, honey & beekeeping, and wellness & outdoor recreation. Over 1,200 visitors enjoyed the onsite farmers' market, children's activities, informational booths, and beekeeping and gardening demonstrations. A new feature, Bee Well at Bee Local, sponsored by Highmark, provided free health screenings, engaging cooking demonstrations, Yoga on the Lawn and Zumba on the Lawn, information on various recreational groups in the area, and a Guide to Wellness Collections at the Library. The day was capped by a Concert on the Lawn featuring Bucky's Brother. Early the next morning, members of the Harrisburg Area Road Runners Club met at the Library to run a special "Bee Local" Sunday Run. The Library would like to give special thanks to our sponsors and partners, including Farmers on Walnut, Channels Food Rescue, Highland Gardens, Highmark, the Family of Ashley Dietrich, and Holy Spirit Hospital.


See photos and read more about the event, vendors & presenters. 
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Bee Local Photo Contest Winners
Congratulations to the winners of our Bee Local Photo Contest, sponsored by Highland Gardens:
Bob Gay for 2010 Harrisburg Marathon in the Wellness/Outdoor Recreation Category
Betsy De Stefano for Granddaddy Bee in the Pollinators/Gardening for Pollinators Category
Cheryl Burns for the Harvest in the Farms/Farmers Market Category
Our winners received a gift certificate, courtesy of Highland Gardens, as well as a Bee Local Tote Bag.
Thank you to all of our other entrants: Ashley Chapman, Amy Williams, Duffy Batzer, Sandii Peiffer, Tessa Minicozzi, Wendy McClure, Judith Hoyt, and Douglas Bennett!

Support Fredricksen Library & Local Foods! 
There's still time to show your support of Fredricksen Library & local family farms by purchasing a custom-designed market tote! A few totes from Bee Local remain on sale at the Reference Desk.  The totes are natural cotton, 16" x 15" with a 3" gusset and full color printing.  Available in limited quantities for $5.00 each while supplies last.

Teen Advisory Group Fundraiser at Friendly's
Tuesday, October 23 from 4 to 8 pm
Help support Fredricksen Library's Teen Advisory Group (TAG) by having dinner at Friendly's. 10% of all bills from 4 pm to 8 pm will go to TAG. TAG uses funds to furnish and decorate the teen space in the library, as well as purchasing materials for the teen collection. 

 

2012 Friends of Fredricksen Silent Auction
SAVE THE DATE!
Saturday, November 17 from 1 pm to 4 pm
Be sure to watch the display cases in the entrance and outside the Children’s Room for a preview of all the auction items up for bid this year. See a complete list of items beginning October 15th on our website. This year we are privileged to offer a complete orthodontic package worth $6,035 from Hilton & Diminick, a year’s family membership to the YWCA valued at $1,000, plus many more moderately priced items such as gift certificates for dry cleaning, food stores, auto services, many area restaurants, sporting events, theaters, along with gift baskets, children’s items, and home improvement and décor items. READ MORE

October Adult Events
Legislative Leadership and the Environment
Tuesday, October 16 at 7 pm
Join Franklin L. Kury, former State Senator and Representative, as he discusses the environmental revolution of 1966-1972 that resulted in the enactment of nine major laws to protect the environment. He will emphasize the environmental amendment to the Pennsylvania Constitution, of which he was the author and lead advocate. A question and answer session and signing of his book, ”Clean Politics, Clean Streams: A Legislative Autobiography,” will follow. No registration necessary. 

October Children's Events
Family Movie Night – The Lorax
Friday, October 19 at 6:30 pm
Universal Pictures PG. A 12-year-old boy searches for the one thing that will enable him to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. To find it he must discover the story of a grumpy yet charming creature who fights to protect his world. All ages welcome and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary.
Youth Chess Night - Friday, October 5 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Drop-In Story Time - Thursdays, October 11 and 25 at 7:00 pm
Fall Story times - 6-week sessions - Sept. 17 through Oct. 26 - Registration required
READ to Dogs - Thursday, October 18 from 6:30 to 7:45 pm – Register Oct. 4
Family Movie Night – The Lorax - Friday, October 19 at 6:30 pm
Library for Lunch – Apples & Pumpkins! - Monday, Oct. 29th at noon or Thursday, Nov. 1st at noon  - Register Oct. 15 with a $1 fee.
Homework Helpers - Thursdays - October through May from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Register in October for these November Children's programs:
Princess Storytime - Friday, November 9 at 10:00 am - Register Oct. 26 with a $1 fee
Holiday Story times - 4-week sessions - November 12 to December 7 - Register Oct. 29 and 30
All Children's Events, More Information & Registration Dates

East Pennsboro Branch October Events
Learn to Knit for Young Adults
Tuesday, October 16 and Thursday, October 18 
from 6 to 8 pm
Think you couldn’t knit? Join the library for a two part fun workshop where teens can relax and enjoy the craft of knitting. Materials and instructions will be provided for knitting fingerless gloves. For ages 10 thru 18 years. Reservations are required and registrants are asked to preselect a color choice. Fee: $4.00 includes two workshops. For more information please call the library at 732-4274.
Registration is required for all East Pennsboro Branch programs (except Drop-In Weds.) starting one month before the event.
Fall Story Time with Mrs. B - Tuesdays, September 11 thru October 23 at 10:00 am
Fall Toddler time with Mrs. B - Tuesdays, September 11 thru October 23 at 11:00 am
Pennsboro Pumpkin Fest - Saturday and Sunday, October 6 and 7
Read to Us - Tuesday, October 9 and November 13 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm
Chix with Stix – Monthly Knitting Group - Monday, October 15 and November 12 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Learn to Knit for Young Adults – Tuesday, October 16 and Thursday, October 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Bingo for Books - Tuesday, October 16 and November 20 at 6:30 pm
Learn to Knit for Young Adults – Part II - Thursday, October 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Drop-In Weekly Wednesday Story Times - Wednesdays at 11:00 am
Third Friday Book Sale - November 16 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Holiday Story Time with Mrs. B - Tuesdays, November 20 thru December 11 at 10:00 am
Holiday Toddler Time with Mrs. B - Tuesdays, November 20 thru December 11 at 11:00 am 
All East Pennsboro Branch Events, More Information & Registration Dates

NYPD Red by James Patterson
Postcards from the Dead by Laura Childs
Racketeer by John Grisham
Round House by Louise Erdrich
Sins of the Mother by Danielle Steel 

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