Friday, August 9, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room 

Dr. Doug Morris will address crucial lessons we can learn from actors about what it means to live in society with other people, what it might mean to develop a fuller range of our "multiple creative individualities," and what are the societal forces that work against the development of our individual and collective creative potentials.  The presentation (approx. 40 minutes) is followed by open discussion, Q&A, shared insights, collective development of knowledge and understanding, and opportunities to share ideas about a different and better way to organize ourselves to live together in society.  All are welcome!   

Thursday, August 8, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room  

Step into the rainforests of Borneo Island in Indonesia and learn how a once-depleted rainforest site became a thriving ecosystem. Ride in a motorized small boat and weave through islands where orangutans, the rainforest's original foresters, are learning how to live in the wild again. Learn about the role climate change plays in every facet of life and how we can become planetary health guardians. Fredricksen Library's Susan Kiskis will share her experiences living, working, and volunteering last summer in Indonesia. The interactive nature of the session encourages participation and discussion, providing participants with a memorable and educational experience. 

11 am in the Community Room, Lower Level
Just starting your genealogy research and aren’t sure where to begin? Have you hit a roadblock in your research and need help? Or do you just want to learn about different genealogical resources? Then Genealogy Club is for you! During each session, we will spend time working on our individual research and have the opportunity to bounce our family history questions off of other club members. Occasionally, there will be themed meetings where we will discuss and try out different genealogical resources. You will need to bring a computer for each session to work on your research and to access the different resources. Registration required.  

August: Church Records

Thursday, August 1, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room 

Learn about the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the seven Natural Wonders of Africa. The delta is one of the last natural sanctuaries in Africa, rich with wetlands. Hundreds of birds make the delta their home along with lions, African elephants, wildebeests, cheetah, spotted hyenas, hippopotamus and more. Learn about this part of Botswana, the people, the animals, the history, and the ecotourism trade. 

1:30 pm - 8:30 pm in the Atrium
Enjoy seeing a jigsaw puzzle come together? Just grab one or two from your own stash and join fellow enthusiasts in choosing, assembling and enjoying the selected puzzle – a 300-500 piece puzzle is suggested, one that can be assembled in the allotted time. Drop in when you can and leave when you need to. No registration necessary.

1 pm - 4:30 pm in the Atrium
Enjoy seeing a jigsaw puzzle come together? Just grab one or two from your own stash and join fellow enthusiasts in choosing, assembling and enjoying the selected puzzle – a 300-500 piece puzzle is suggested, one that can be assembled in the allotted time. Drop in when you can and leave when you need to. No registration necessary.

4:30 pm - 8:30 pm in the Small Meeting Room
Handicap chess allows players of different experience levels to play a competitive game of chess. The more experienced player will start the game with fewer pieces. The greater the difference in experience, the greater the amount of removed pieces. Players can play regular chess if they prefer. Participants are asked to bring a chess set, if possible, but it is not required to participate. Participants who want to expand their horizons are welcome to try other games of strategy. Beginners are welcome. Feel free to drop in when you can and leave when you need to. No registration required. Ages 14+

2 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level 
This round table discussion will apply the Socratic Method to help delve into philosophical discussions and give you an opportunity to share your opinions in a neutral and respectful way without interruption. Each month the group will choose a philosophical issue and everyone attending will have the opportunity to learn and discuss with others in an open and respectful environment. What a great way to expand your mind and reach further with your thoughts! Ages 18 +. The group typically meets the second Monday of each month.

10:00 am - 5:30 pm in the Lower Parking Lot, Walnut St. side 
Come and donate blood to the Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank – the bus will be parked along Walnut Street near Fredricksen’s lower parking lot. Registration is inside the library’s lower level lobby. Call CPBB at 1-800-771-0059 with questions or to schedule an appointment; though walk-ins are welcome, donors with appointments will be taken first. A form of ID is required to donate.