Moving Forward Book Group: Dusk, Night, Dawn: On Revival and Courage

book1 pm - 2 pm via 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. This month's book is Dusk, Night, Dawn: On Revival and Courage by Anne Lamott. “Drawing from her own experiences, Lamott shows us the intimate and human ways we can adopt to move through life’s dark places and toward the light of hope that still burns ahead for all of us.” You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration is required.

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Curl Up with the Classics: The Mutiny on Board H.M.S. Bounty

book10 am – 11 am Hybrid, In Person AND Zoom
Join us as we discuss the Classics. This month we discuss Captain William Bligh’s classic version of the famous munity on the sea. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration is required.

 

 

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Curl Up with the Classics: Winnie-the-Pooh and The Red House Mystery

book10 am – 11 am Hybrid, In Person AND Zoom
Join us as we discuss the Classics. This month we discuss two books by A. A. Milne: the beloved children’s classic Winnie-the-Pooh and his only murder mystery The Red House Mystery. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration is required.

 

 

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Curl Up with the Classics: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

book10 am – 11 am Hybrid, In Person AND Zoom
Join us as we discuss the Classics. This month's choice is one of C. S. Lewis’s fantasy excursions into the land of Narnia. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Find the book in our catalog. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration is required.

 

 

 

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Red Cross Blood Drive

Red CrossWe are excited to host the next Red Cross Blood Drive in the bigger, brighter conference room at the Learning and Book Sale Center on 45 W. Allen St., Mechanicsburg! This will allow for a faster and more comfortable collection.

The Red Cross has been making a humanitarian impact for more than 130 years and has been collecting blood for over 70 of those years. We can all be part of something important when we work with the Red Cross to strengthen the blood supply and give back to our community.

If you are a regular blood donor and want to make an appointment, go to https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=SimpsonLibrary. This will bring up the available appointments. If this is your first time to donate blood, go to https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and click on “Am I Eligible to Donate Blood?” before you try to make an appointment.

Please sign up for an appointment in advance.

Location: Learning and Book Sale Center at 45 W. Allen St., Mechanicsburg

Questions? Email Joelene or call 766-0171.

 

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Red Cross Blood Drive

Red CrossWe are excited to host the next Red Cross Blood Drive in the bigger, brighter conference room at the Learning and Book Sale Center on 45 W. Allen St., Mechanicsburg! This will allow for a faster and more comfortable collection.

The Red Cross has been making a humanitarian impact for more than 130 years and has been collecting blood for over 70 of those years. We can all be part of something important when we work with the Red Cross to strengthen the blood supply and give back to our community.

If you are a regular blood donor and want to make an appointment, go to https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=SimpsonLibrary. This will bring up the available appointments. If this is your first time to donate blood, go to https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and click on “Am I Eligible to Donate Blood?” before you try to make an appointment.

Please sign up for an appointment in advance.

Location: Learning and Book Sale Center at 45 W. Allen St., Mechanicsburg

Questions? Email Joelene or call 766-0171.

 

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Gardening with Nature: Maximizing Fall Color in Your Garden

garden7 pm – 8:30 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level
In partnership with the Master Gardeners of Cumberland County, we will be offering a new gardening topic on the third Tuesday of each month. Learn how to showcase your garden with outstanding splashes of yellow, red, and purple. This presentation highlights native trees and shrubs with bright foliage as well as other long-blooming fall plants. The registration fee is $5.00 and the registration deadline is Monday, September 19. Register online or call Penn State Extension Registration Services toll-free at 1-877-345-0691. Walk-ins will be accepted if space is available.

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Philosophers’ Roundtable - November 2022

philos2 pm - 3:30 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 and up, please. Registration is suggested. The group typically meets the second Monday of each month.

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Philosophers’ Roundtable - October 2022

philos2 pm - 3:30 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 and up, please. Registration is suggested. The group typically meets the second Monday of each month.

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Philosophers’ Roundtable - September 2022

philos2 pm - 3:30 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 and up, please. Registration is suggested. The group typically meets the second Monday of each month.

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