COMMUNITY LIBRARY OF CASTLE SHANNON
COMMUNITY LIBRARY OF CASTLE SHANNON
LIBRARY HOURS
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 10:30 a. m. – 7:30 p. m. Wednesday & Friday: 10:30 a. m. – 4:30 p. m. Saturday: 10 a. m. – 2 p. m.( Through Saturday, August 30). Sunday: CLOSED
HOLIDAY CLOSURES Saturday, August 30: 10 a. m. – 2 p. m. Monday, September: Labor Day Monday, October 13: In-Service Day for Library Staff Tuesday, November 11: Veterans Day Thursday, November 27 – Friday, November 28: Thanksgiving Holiday Saturday, November 29: 10 a. m. – 2 p. m.
Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Castle Shannon Library help fund library events, programs and services. The Friends support the library through volunteer activities such as the book sales and flea markets throughout the year.
You can help support the library and become a Friends member by donating a minimum of $ 10.
The Friends of the Castle Shannon Library are also looking for volunteers to help out a few hours a year at fundraising and community events. Please visit castleshannonlibrary. org / friends-of-thelibrary for a membership form and the 2025 Calendar of Events.
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS FOR ADULTS & SENIORS
EVENING WRITERS CAFÉ
A group for creative writers, beginner or seasoned. Meets monthly on third Thursdays, from 6 to 8 p. m. Each session includes a discussion on an element of writing, a time for sharing and for writing. Coffee and tea provided.
SECOND MONDAY OF THE MONTH EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION
Join this monthly book discussion group on second Mondays at 6:30 p. m. Request a copy of the book through the online catalog: librarycatalog. einetwork. net.
August 11 – Judgment Prey( 2023) by John Sanford September 8 – The Plot Against America by Phillip Roth October 20( special date) – The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens November 10 – The Doctors Blackwell by Janice Nimura December 8 – Comfort and Joy by Kristen Hannah
BINGO FOR ADULTS
Stop by the library on the fourth Friday of the month to play 10 games of Bingo and win prizes! FREE to play. Doors open 15 minutes early, and games start at 1 p. m. Registration is required.
LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Join the monthly Thursday-night book discussion every month at 7 p. m. Monthly book selections will be posted in the library, on the website and social media. Request a copy of the book through the online catalog: librarycatalog. einetwork. net.
CHAIR YOGA CLASSES
Held on the first & third Mondays of the month from 1 to 2 p. m., join Megan Bianco for a gentle, seated yoga practice. This 60-minute class includes grounding exercises, breath work, mindful movement and an extended guided meditation. Ideal for students with any physical limitation. These classes are free but please give a monetary donation if you can. Registration is appreciated but not required.
PAGE TO SCREEN BOOK / MOVIE CLUB
A movie club for individuals interested in answering the question“ Was the book really better than the movie?” A short discussion period will follow the showing of the film. Light refreshments will be provided. Meets quarterly on the first Tuesday at 1 p. m.
September 2 – Dark Places by Gillian Flynn December 2 – Skipping Christmas by John Grisham
COOK THE BOOK Cook the Book is a fun book club that involves eating! Prepare your item at home and bring it in the night of the discussion. Books will be available at the library to borrow. Call 412.563.4552 to register or use the online calendar at castleshannon. librarycalendar. com / events / month.
September 24 – Tried & True Cookbook by Alyssa Rivers
CRAFTERNOON & CRAFTERDARK Adults 18 and older are welcome for crafting the third Wednesday of the month( unless otherwise noted) from 1:30 to 3:30 p. m. or 6:30 to 8:30 p. m. A small donation of $ 5 and registration is appreciated. Call 412.563.4552 or use the online event calendar at castleshannon. librarycalendar. com to save your spot!
August 20 – Book Page Vase: Cut and fold pages of a hardback book to create a set of bud vases inside the book. September 17 – Fall Fairy Garden or Cemetarium: Do you like cute pumpkins or scary ghosts? Choose to make a scary or cute garden.
New Global Languages Collection at the Library!
Introducing the Global Languages Collection at the library! It offers materials in a variety of languages for children, teens and adults. Visit elibrary. einetwork. net for eResources.
Meetings of the Library Board of Trustees
Join the Library Board of Trustees on the first Thursday of the month at 7 p. m. in the lower level of the library. For more information about the board, meeting agendas, meeting minutes and other details, please visit castleshannonlibrary. org / board-of-trustees.
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