1 pm Hybrid, Small Meeting Room & Zoom
Join us for Moving Forward, a book discussion series geared towards those who have suffered a loss or tragedy and could use an infusion of hope. In cooperation with Hospice of Central PA, we will be reading books focusing on the redemptive power of the human spirit. Join us this month as we discuss Herd Alan Midkiff’s memoir "about remembering and accepting that often our lives are changed forever in ways we wish they weren’t. But as we put the broken pieces back together, healing does come, and we can begin to imagine a new journey that lies ahead.” Ages 18 +. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Registration is required.

10 am Hybrid, Small Meeting Room AND Zoom
Join us as we discuss some great American short stories.
"The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry
“The Open Boat” by Stephen Crane
“To Build a Fire” by Jack London
“An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge” by Ambrose Bierce
“A Village Singer” by Mary Wilkins Freeman
Registration is required. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18+. *This program is sponsored in memory of Marie Schleicher.

Adventure Begins at Your Library!
June 1 – August 15
Earn badges, prizes, and tickets for the grand prize drawings by logging your reading and activities. Register at fredricksen.beanstack.org starting June 1! 

The Fredricksen Library Summer Reading Program is made possible by the Friends of Fredricksen, our municipalities and these generous sponsors: UGI, PPL, Avalon, Weis Markets, Rita's Water Ice, Cornerstone Coffeehouse

Join us for our annual Get Outdoors Challenge for all Ages! Beginning June 1 register at fredricksen.beanstack.org, and then pick up a GO Cumberland booklet (one per family) at the library. Throughout the summer, hike the chosen parks and trails in Cumberland County to find the secret codes to enter in Beanstack! Program runs thought August 15. See booklet for more details. Sponsored by WellSpan.

7 pm, Small Meeting Room & Zoom
Join us for this month's discussion of The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I by Douglas Brunt about “the hidden history of Rudolf Diesel, one of the world’s greatest inventors, and his mysterious disappearance” from the steamship Dresden. Was it an accident, suicide, or murder? Registration is required. Ages 18 +. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Registration required.

2 pm in the BCC, Upper Level
Improve your basic computer skills. Use our laptops or bring your own! In this session, we will introduce the parts of the computer, identify and use essential keys on the keyboard, and work on mouse skills. Registration is required.

9:15 am, Community Room 
Join Ann Fields, founder of Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga, for an adult slow flow yoga class. This class will explore yoga poses, breathing techniques and ways to deal with stress and anxiety. Ann’s 45-minute class is open to all levels and no experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle and yoga mat. Registration suggested, but not required.

3 pm Small Meeting Room, Lower Level
This program is intended to give neurodiverse people opportunities to discuss relevant topics, share resources and think of ways to help each other. A project of the Neurodiverse Network (https://www.ndnet.org). 18+ adult. 

May 1 - May 31
Join this challenge to help Smokey Bear celebrate his 80th birthday by learning how to prevent wildfires and help the environment! You can select books from Smokey's Reading List at smokeybear.com, or choose your own. Register beginning May 1 at fredricksen.beanstack.org.

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.