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Saturday October 10, 2009
Start: 9:00 am
End: 5:00 pm

The Friends of the Library are having a Youth Book Sale AND a Bake Sale during Settlers Days!  Only Youth books are for sale this year, including books for infants through teens, both fiction and non-fiction, in hardcover and paperback.  All items will be priced at 25 cents apiece.  All sorts of yummy homemad

Thursday October 15, 2009
Start: 1:00 pm

Join Alice Wagner for a walking tour of the Marengo City Cemetery, which will focus on our Civil War veterans.  Find out how to identify Civil War stones, both Union and Confederate.  Discover the name of the first Civil War veteran burial here, as well as the last.  This event will last

Saturday October 17, 2009
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

The library’s book discussion group selection for this month is The Anodyne Necklace by Martha Grimes.  This third book in the Richard Jury mystery series involves a murder, a treasure map, and a stolen emerald.  Copies of the book are available at the front desk. 

Monday October 19, 2009
Start: 4:00 pm

Grades 3-5.

This group meets every third Monday of the month. October's selection is Mystery of the Singing Ghosts by Gertrude Chandler Warner.

Tuesday October 20, 2009
Start: 7:30 pm

The public is welcome to attend MULD Board meetings.

Wednesday October 21, 2009
Start: 7:00 pm

East Tennessee native and former Chicagoan Jim Pfitzer is returning to the area to share some of his favorite Appalachian ghost stories.

Pfitzer, known for his nature-based tales and distinctly southern delivery, plans on sharing stories ranging from just-for-fun ghost stories to some "pretty scary stuff."  Parents may be assured that all ages are welcome and that he will warn them before the scarier stories so they can have their children sitting with them for those parts of the show.

Don't miss this exciting program! Registration is required. 

Friday October 23, 2009
Start: 1:00 pm

For children ages 2-5.

The first rule of Tot Club is definitely  "Talk about Tot Club."  Tot Club is where you'll find stories, crafts, activities, and fun galore, all designed just for toddlers. Call to sign-up now!

Start: 3:45 pm

Ages 13 and up.

If you enjoy anime, manga, or are curious about Japanese culture, then drop in and see what this club is all about. Some of the activities include the viewing of anime, lock-ins, and the ever favorite annual PockyPalooza.

Saturday October 24, 2009
Start: 1:00 pm

Ages 16-22

This month's feature is Down a Dark Hall  by Lois Duncan. 

Start: 2:30 pm

Ages 11- 15

  This month's selection is "Wait Till Helen Comes", an eerie tale about a ghost wanting to lure a young girl to her doom. Written by Mary Downing Hahn. 

Monday October 26, 2009
Start: 6:30 pm

Ages 7 and under

Not-so-scary stories, jokes, and craft.

 

Tuesday October 27, 2009
Start: 4:15 pm

Grades 4-7

Meeting twice a month, children will practice reading and performing short skits, and plays. Other activities include making puppets, as well as designing scenery, costumes, and props.

Start: 6:30 pm

Ages 12 and up

Urban legends, scary stories, horror movie trivia, and snack.

Wednesday October 28, 2009
Start: 1:00 pm

Ages 7-12.

From 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Have a day off from school and don't know what to do? How about an afternoon of Mario Kart. It doesn't matter whether you are an experienced player or a first time thrill seeker, just come and enjoy the fun!

Registration is required.

Start: 6:30 pm

Do you really need a cover letter with that resume?  How can you best prepare for job interviews, all the way from your appearance to the tough questions they might ask?  Michele Hellyer of Midwest Resume Service will cover

Friday October 30, 2009
Start: 3:45 pm

Ages 13 and up.

If you enjoy anime, manga, or are curious about Japanese culture, then drop in and see what this club is all about. Some of the activities include the viewing of anime, lock-ins, and the ever favorite annual PockyPalooza.

Friday November 06, 2009
Start: 3:45 pm

Ages 13 and up.

If you enjoy anime, manga, or are curious about Japanese culture, then drop in and see what this club is all about. Some of the activities include the viewing of anime, lock-ins, and the ever favorite annual PockyPalooza.

Start: 6:30 pm

Ladies, get ready for fun and snacks and lots of prizes!  We’ll be playing this easy to learn and entertaining game after hours here at the library.  Th

Saturday November 07, 2009
Start: 2:00 pm

Featuring the 2008 comedy/drama (115 minutes, rated PG) starring Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston, and Alan Arkin.  Plot summary: a young couple embarks upon the adventure of marriage, career, family, and MARLEY (“the world’s worst dog”).  Movie snacks are provided.

Monday November 09, 2009
Start: 6:30 pm

Ages 5-10

We will be making a glowbird table topper! It is the perfect holiday decoration.

 

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