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Check out the exciting line-up of programs coming to your Port Townsend Public Library this fall. |
Kim Jones "Dandelion Growing Wild" | | |
Library Learning Center, 1256 Lawrence Street
Wednesday, Sep. 26, 7:00 p.m.
Author presentation by Kim Jones of her new book "Dandelion Growing Wild".
"Dandelion Growing Wild is a remarkable true story of resilience, perseverance and the power of hope. It's a look into a large, loving, dysfunctional and oddly religious family thrust into horrific tragedy. The memoir captures the essence of  innocence and the disturbing truth of poverty, mental illness, disappointment and death... a powerful, humorous and uplifting story of a little girl who rose from those challenges to compete in the toughest competitions in the world, becoming a world-class runner and marathon champion. Kim Jones' autobiography will inspire the millions of Americans who put on their running shoes every day. However, you don't have to be a runner to cheer for her. Dandelion Growing Wild chronicles her dual careers as one of the top American marathoners in history and - most important of all - as a mother, trying to chart a smoother course for her daughters." (text from event poster)
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An Evening with author Erica Bauermeister | | |
Library Learning Center, 1256 Lawrence Street
Thursday, Sep. 27, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Seattle and now Port Townsend author, Erica Bauermeister will talk about National Bestsellers, The School of Essential Ingredients and Joy for Beginners.
"Bauermeister creates a captivating world where the pleasures and particulars of sophisticated food come to mean much more than simple epicurean indulgence." Publishers Weekly
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Surfing: Art-Culture-History | | |
Cotton Building, 607 Water Street
Saturday, Oct. 6, 6:00 p.m.
The Port Townsend Public Library is proud to present Surfing: Art-Culture-History, a program featuring a conglomerate of local visual artists, a creative writer and a surfing historian and journalist. The event is a collective art-exhibit with feature presentation by renowned surfing journalist, Drew Kampion. Among a long list of achievements, Drew was former editor of Surfer and Surfing magazines, Wind Surf and Wind Tracks magazines. He was also Editorial Director for the Patagonia clothing company and has published several books, including The Book of Waves and Dora Lives: The Authorized Story Of Miki Dora. Read his full bio here. In addition to Drew's presentation on surfing culture, history and the publishing industry, local surfer and writer Erwin Dence will a read piece of creative writing centered on surfing culture.
Four featured visual artists will be showing selected pieces of their work that depicts surfing or surf scenes. The artists include painters Jesse Watson (featured image), Todd Fischer, Steve Davis and photographer, Christian Coxen. All contributors, in addition to being accomplished artists, are avid surfers who share a passion for their sport through creative expression.
The main event, with speakers Drew Kampion and Erwin Dence will take place October, 6th, 6:00 p.m. at the Cotton Building, 607 Water Street. The exhibit will open for Art Walk, with artists on-hand for the evening. The next day the show will move to the Library Learning Center. |
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Homeschool Program | | |
Library Learning Center, 1256 Lawrence Street
October 8th, 10:30-Noon
Part 1 Science, Show, and Share!
Experiment, explore, question, play! You and your child will get to try out some fun science activities and experiments. You will also have a chance to become familiar with the library's science resources. This is an excellent opportunity to get inspired and go home and experiment!
November 5th, 10:30-Noon
Part 2 Show and Share!
This is an opportunity for you to show and share the science activity or experiment you have been working on. This will be an exciting time to network and gather great ideas from each other!.
This workshop along with the Oct. 8th workshop will be facilitated by Laurel Dawson, an experienced homeschool mom and certified teacher. Laurel has three children and she loves homeschooling! |
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An Evening with Author Charlotte Gill | | |
Library Learning Center, 1256 Lawrence Street
Monday, Oct. 15, 6:30-8:30pm
Canadian Author Charlotte Gill presents her memoir, Eating Dirt: Deep Forests, big Timber and Life with the Tree-Planting Tribe.
"Gill takes us into the remote and rarely seen world of the tree planter, immersing us in the unique combination of sweat, fog, heartache and humor that distinguishes it from all other labors." - John Valliant, author of The Golden Spruce
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Words on Wednesday | |
Words on Wednesday is a series of after school programs for teens in grades 6-12. Brochures detailing all the events are available at the PT Library, Blue Heron Library and PT High School Library. Information is also listed on the calendar of events on the PT Library webpage. |
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Halloween/Harvest Celebration for the whole family! | |
Mt. View Commons Gym
Sunday, Oct. 28, 2 p.m.
Come join us for a fun Sunday afternoon of family friendly "Spooky Magic" with our friend " Super" Magician Jeff Evans! Costumes are encouraged and there will be as always, not-too-scarry treats!
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