2016 Fall Newsletter

Volume 119 Fall 2016October 1-December 31

Friends of the Ephrata Public Library Opening Night • Fri., Oct. 7, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $7 admission (children under 12 free) Food Stand Opens at 5 p.m. Sat., Oct. 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Food stand closes at 1 p.m. Sun., Oct. 9, 12-5 p.m. • Mon., Oct. 10, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues., Oct. 11, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. • Wed., Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Over 30,000 Books, Videos, Magazines & Audiobooks for Adults,Teens & Children Sorted into 40 Categories

Join the Ephrata Public Library in celebrating the health and wellness of our community Featuring the culinary creations of former White House chef John Moeller & Wellspan Health’s head chef, Scott Snyder!SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 5 PM BEAR MILL ESTATE, DENVER www.sharingthebread.orgIntroducing…Sharing the A Silent Auction & Live Auction will be held on theBread wines specially grounds during the course of the evening.crafted by Bear MillEstate for this event! Thank you to our sponsors: Frees, Inc.Special thanks:

Programs for Children & FamiliesLibrary Hours Passport/Post Office HoursMon.-Thur. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thur. 9 a.m.-7 p.m.Fri. Closed Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.Sun. Closed Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed ClosedMon., Sept. 5 • Thur., Oct. 6 Mon., Sept. 5 • Thur., Nov. 24Thur., Nov. 24 • Sat., Dec. 24 Sat., Dec. 24 • Sun., Dec. 25 Sat., Dec. 31 Sat., Dec. 31 Closing Early Closing EarlyWed., Sept. 21, 5 p.m. Wed., Sept. 21, 5 p.m. Program NotesNOTE: Most Library programs require registration. To register for aprogram, visit our website at www.ephratapubliclibrary.org, visitthe circulation desk or call us at 717-738-9291 during businesshours. There are registration limits to most of our programs.Many Library events are photographed and/or videotaped for pub-licity purposes. Your voice and likeness may be included in videofootage, or photography, and may be broadcast, cablecast, printedor posted online for publicity purposes and be seen by the public.If you do not wish to be photographed please let us know.The Ephrata Public Library is a physical and virtual community center.Its mission is to provide resources and to promote opportunities foreveryone seeking to improve, change, enrich, and enjoy their lives.TheLibrary offers free access to information reflecting differing viewpoints inorder to support an open and democratic society. 4

Programs For Children & Families Can You Dig It? Preschool Movie Time Gardening for Kids Come have an adventure at the Library. Watch a short movie featuring favoritesJoin the outdoor fun by tending and like Dora andThomas!After the movie,harvesting cold-weather crops growing we’ll have a craft and color!Ages 2-5.in raised beds at the library. MasterGardeners George DiIlio and Nicole Wed., 10 a.m.Crockett support and instruct as we Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28continue the growing season right here Oct. 5 • Nov. 23, 30on library grounds. Come in garden Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28grubby clothes dressed for the weatheroutdoors. Grades 2-6. Movin’ & Groovin’ For Kids Join us for some musical fun! Play Thurs., Sept. 1, 4:30 p.m. musical games, use scarves, rhythm Mon., Sept. 19, 4:30 p.m. instruments and parachutes. Each Thurs., Oct. 13, 4:30 p.m. session includes a movement story. Mon., Oct. 24, 4:30 p.m. Thurs., 11 a.m. Can You Dig It Goes Indoors! Sept. 8 & 22 • Oct. 27For young gardeners, the growing season Nov. 10 • Dec. 8 & 22is never over. Once a month, experimentwith indoor plants, make garden or Kids Reading Tales to Tailwaggersnature crafts, see how plant parts and KPET-certified dogs and their handlerspollination work, learn how to cultivate will be in the Library ready to listen asworms, a gardener’s best friend. Indoor children read to them. Each child mayprograms are designed for children in choose stories on his or her readinggrades 2-6 exclusively. level. Reading time is approximately ten minutes. Grades 1-4. Thurs., Nov. 10, 4:30 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 1, 4:30 p.m. Tues., 4 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. Sept. 13 • Nov. 8 • Dec. 13 Pajama Party Story Time “No PJs! No noise!” Kids gently bend the rules for this sleepy-time party at the Li- brary. Stories, not snores, fill the air. Sucked thumbs come out to create crafts.Tip-toes turn to stomps and songs for a noisy parade through the Library. Snacks get eaten and delivered to Library staff and friends. Bring a stuffed animal snuggle friend to join the fun.Ages 4-8. Thurs., 6 p.m. Oct. 13 • Nov. 10 • Dec. 8 5

Programs For Children & Families Read Your Way Through Ephrata: Story Times In Our Community Join us at a perfect place for an artsy story time during the Ephrata Arts & Crafts Festival at Squeeze Spot,located on Main Street in Ephrata.Wear old clothes or bring a smock,it will be artsy!Ages 4-8. Sat.,Sept.10,10:30 a.m Explore the past in the heart of Ephrata with books carefully chosen to introduce relevant themes in the unique historic set- ting of the Ephrata Cloister. Free admission to Story Time but fee applies for guided tour. Registration is required.Ages 4-8. Wed.,Oct.12,10:15 a.m.•Wed.,Nov.9,10:15 a.m. Celebrate the 125th anniversary of the founding of the Borough of Ephrata in these unique story times at the Historical Society of the CocalicoValley in their special exhibit featuring the story of Evelyn Sempier,the 1954 MissAmerica from Ephrata.Registration is required.Ages 4-8,. Sat.,Oct.29,10 a.m.• Sat.,Dec.3,10 a.m. Family Holy Movie Night Guacamole! Foodie Lab “Zootopia” Thurs, Sept. 8, 6 p.m. for Kids “Finding Dory” One child plus one parent or guardian equals healthy Thurs., Oct. 20, 6 p.m. food-making fun. Grades 2-6. Thurs., Sept. 22, 4 p.m. • Thurs., Oct. 27, 4 p.m. “Open Season: Scared Silly” Cookie Exchange Special Edition Join an Ephrata Public Library tradition – baking Thurs., Nov. 10, 6 p.m. and exchanging cookies with friends at the Library. Participants bring 2-1/2 dozen cookies to “Norm of the North” share, along with an empty container for collectingThursday, Dec. 1, 6 p.m. exchanged cookies.The results – a bounty of holiday cookies to serve at your family’s holiday gatherings. Cooking partners will bake two fresh batches of cookies to add to the merriment. Grades 2-6 plus adult cooking partner. Thurs., Nov. 17, 4 p.m. 6

Programs For Homeschoolers Fun With Science Be An Artist! For Homeschoolers For Homeschoolers Enter the studios of the world’s greatestSupplement your curriculum with artists. Introduce yourself to theirstandards-based science lessons for impressive works of art and hear theirchildren in grades 4-6.Taught by a PA unique stories.Then, using simple materi-certified teacher, this program presents als like thick paint and a plastic fork,lessons with a literary connection. imitate the artist’s style and technique to create your own masterpiece. Not a Van Wed, 10 a.m. Gogh? No worries.All levels of artistic Sept. 7 • Oct. 19 • Nov. 2 • Dec. 7 talent are welcome. 8-13 years. Homeschool Book Club Mon., 1 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.Expand your reading curriculum with this Sept. 12 • Nov. 14 • Dec. 12group. Each session, we read a chapterbook aloud with periodic stops for Fun Withcomprehension questions and American Historydiscussion.Ages 6-12. For Homeschoolers Supplement your curriculum Wed., 11 a.m. with American history les- Sept. 7, 14, 21 & 28 sons at the Library. Open to Oct. 5 • Nov. 23 & 30 children in grades 4-6, this Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 program presents hands-on activities, exploring periods of Use Your Head! American history from Native Problem Solving & American history to the Civil Rights Movement. Taught by a Thinking Skills PA certified teacher. for HomeschoolersInfer! Reason! Imagine! This Wed., 1 p.m.program provides fun, engaging activities to Sept. 21 • Oct. 26 • Nov. 16 • Dec. 21help students sharpen their ability to thinklogically, creatively and critically. Join us and Mock Trials for Homeschoolersgive your brain a workout. Grades 3-6. Order in the court! Join us for six weeks of mock trials where you’ll study criminal Wed., 1 p.m. justice while practicing public speaking Sept. 7 • Oct. 19 • Nov. 2 • Dec. 7 and critical thinking skills.Attendees should have some comfort with public Fun With Math speaking or have attended the Public For Homeschoolers Speaking for Homeschoolers course.Supplement your curriculum with stan- Please make sure you can attend all sixdards-based math lessons for children in classes before registering.Ages 10 and up.grades 4-6.Taught by a PA certifiedteacher, this program presents lessons Thurs., 1 p.m.with a literary connection. Sept. 15, 22, 29 & Oct. 13, 20 & 27 Wed., 10 a.m.Sept. 21 • Oct. 26 • Nov. 16 • Dec. 21 7

Programs For Children & Families American Girl Tea Blockheadz Construction Zone Dig your fingers into bins full of colored featuring Nikki, Girl of the Year 2007 building bricks. Meet the newest building challenge – inventions, mazes, your name inNikki Fleming is a girl on a mission. She blocks. Build a block-scape with retro anddecides to train a service dog named futuristic building bricks, figures and acces-Sprocket who turns out to be quite sories. Lego® bricks supplied.Ages 5-12.rambunctious. Get inside Nikki’sdilemma of whether saying “yes” to Mon., 5 p.m. & 6:15 p.m.Sprocket means saying “no” to other Sept. 19 • Oct. 17things she loves. Bring your favorite doll Nov. 21 • Dec. 19(or not) to enjoy a seasonal snack, athrilling book excerpt and a craft.Ages El Cuento Bueno (The Good Story)8-12. Both programs are the same. Bilingual Story TimePlease choose only one to attend. Listen to stories in both Spanish and Thurs., Oct. 20, 4 p.m. & 6 p.m. English.We’ll learn basic Spanish words and a song! Ages 5-8.Story Time with Penny Olive: Mon., 4 p.m.A Bilingual PA Dutch & English Story Time Sept. 26 • Oct. 24 Nov. 7 • Dec. 26 Join us for a special Be An Artist! For Public Schoolers reading and Enter the studios of the world’s greatest artists. Introduce yourself to their impressive works of journey through art and hear their unique stories,then,using simple materials like thick paint and a plastic PA Dutch country fork,imitate the artist’s style and technique to create your own masterpiece.Not aVan Gogh? with Penny Olive! No worries.All levels of artistic talent are welcome.8-13 years. Following the bilin- Mon., 4 p.m. gual story time, Sept. 12 • Nov. 14 • Dec. 12 using paper and Block Party for Tots Introduce your young builder to a room full Mon., material scraps, of block stations just right for preschoolers.Nov. 21 we’ll create paper Blocks of all sizes, shapes and colors are6 p.m. dolls inspired by provided for small construction workers. the book’s artistic Animal and people figures add to the imagi- native fun. Children must be accompanied by illustrative style. a caregiver.Ages 2-5. Mon., Oct. 3, 11:15 a.m. 8

Programs For Children & FamiliesCome take peculiar with us as we Thurs.,celebrate the upcoming release of Sept. 29the movie “Miss Peregrine’s Home 3:30 p.m.For Peculiar Children.” We’ll ex-change strange stories and you’ll geta chance to turn yourself into a “pe-culiar child” using iPads! Ages 10-18. Family Place Parent/Child Workshop Our Family Place Parent/Child Workshop series is for parents or caregivers along with their toddlers.This family- friendly setting, equipped with age-appropriate toys, books and games allows parents and toddlers to play, read and interact with each other. Each session, a resource specialist will beonsite for informal discussion. Participants are asked to attend all five sessions. Wed. at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 9 & 16 TogetherTime for Family Place AlumniFamilies who have already participated in our Parent/Child Workshops are welcometo attend Together Time for a more informal play and interaction time. Wed. at 11 a.m. Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 9 & 16 9

CONSTITUTION DAY SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17Create Change inYour Community with “Carl, the Complainer”As Carl does in the story, we’ll seize our opportunity to make change in ourcommunity.What changes would you like to see? We’ll make and sign mockpetitions together.Ages 8-11 with parents. 10 a.m. “Play” Your Right To Assembly!Go back in time and enact short scripts that depict various problems thecolonists had before the Constitution was written! Learn more about our Billof Rights in this fun theatrical reading session.Ages 8-11. 11 a.m. The Constitution ChallengeTest your civics knowledge on our freedoms and engage in high-energy interac-tive games from the computer screen to the floorboard in teams! Ages 11-18. 12 p.m. Design-It-Yourself Banned Book Covers“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” and “The Giver” are examples of hundredsof challenged and banned books across the globe. Nix censorship and exer-cise your freedom to read and make art! Design and create your own hand-illustrated book cover of your favorite banned or censored book with a penand ink, color pencil, collage material and watercolors.We’ll exhibit themthroughout the Library. Each submission is also an entry to win a BannedBook prize pack, including an Amazon gift card.Ages 11-18. 2 p.m. 10

Programs For Children & Families OPERATION:The Library wants to spread holiday cheer throughout the community! Join usto make holiday pop-up cards that will be distributed to residents of MapleFarm, a local retirement community in Akron.All ages are welcome.All programattendees are invited to join Library staff in December to deliver the handmadecards at Maple Farm. Mon., Nov.7, 4 p.m. Sew Your Own Holiday Feltie Whether you have little or lots of experience with hand and machine sewing, this holiday crafting session is for you.We’ll meet you at your own skill level to create a brightly-colored felt ornament with just enough stuffing and doodads to give it personality.Ages 10-adult. $2 suggested donation. Thurs., Dec.15, 10 a.m. & 6:15 p.m. Milk and Cookies with Santa Got “Ho! Ho! Ho!” on the brain this month? Come enjoy milk and cookies with Santa. Celebrate with a holiday story, activity pages and special music. Don’t be surprised if You-Know-Who (with the red hat) shows up to snap a picture with you before he starts his holiday rounds.Ages 2-8. Older and younger siblings are welcome, too. Thurs., Dec. 8, 4 p.m. 11

Programs For Children & Families FAMILY GAME NIGHT Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes! Find yourself trapped alone in a room with a ticking time bomb.Your family members or friends have the manual to defuse it,but they can’t see the bomb,so you’re going to have to talk it out – fast! This game of puzzles will test the limits of your communication skills…and relation- ships.For ages 10 and up. Thurs., Sept. 29, 6 p.m. Hide and Seek @ The Library! Hide &Come play a thrilling game of hide and Seekseek tag at the library after hours.We’ll be playing in the dark, so bring aflashlight if possible. For ages 8 and up. Thurs., Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m. Quiplash and Ear WaxJoin us for two fun party games that require quick and creative thinking. Guaranteedto make you laugh! For ages 10 and up. Thurs., Nov. 17, 6 p.m. 12

Program For Children & Families The Holiday Season Around the WorldWe have just finished celebrating the holidays with all its many traditions, buthave you ever wondered how people of other cultures celebrate the holidayseason? Join us to learn about several holiday traditions around the world, in-cluding a craft and a traditional holiday treat.Ages 6-10. Wednesday, December 28, 2 p.m.This 8-week class for children ages 6 months-5 years will teach you overTalk Like100 signs to use with your child. In a playful, educational and language-richA Pirate Day!environment, caregivers and children will build their American Sign Lan-guage (ASL) vocabulary through instruction, interactive games and songs.AhoEy!aJcohinfaamfielyrciserpeiqrautireecdatpotapiunrctohase a workbook and CD set for $30. Thislearnclahsoswistolimspiteeadktolik8e faampiirliaetse.!Please only register 1 adult in your family andAt thweeewnidll coofnytoaucrt ypoiruattoe fleinsdsoonu,t the number of children and their ages. We askjoin tthhaet sphairpt’iscicpraenwtsaonndlygoreoginstaer if they can commit to attending all 8 sessions.search for buried treasure. Mondays at 10 a.m.Argh! We willObectuosbinegrt1he2, 19, 26 and November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30Library’s digital service MangoLanguage for this program.Thisprogram is for ages 8 andup. Feel free to come inpirate garb!Mon., Sept. 19 • 4:30 p.m. Monday, June 29 • 10 a.m. 13

Lapsits, Toddlers Times & Story Times Lapsit Story TimesYoung toddlers and their caregivers join in singing songs and learning Mother Goose nurs-ery rhymes along wiht a short book.We’ll also learn basic sign language and have play time.Ages 6-24 months.Thurs., Sept. 8, 10 a.m. Mon., Oct. 17, 10 a.m. Mon., Dec. 5, 10 a.m. Mon., Sept. 19, 10 a.m. Thurs., Oct. 27, 10 a.m. Thurs., Dec. 8, 10 a.m.Thurs., Sept. 22, 10 a.m. Mon, Dec. 19, 10 a.m. Mon., Oct. 3, 10 a.m. Mon., Nov. 7, 10 a.m. Thurs., Dec. 22, 10 a.m. Thurs., Nov. 10, 10 a.m. Mon., Nov. 21, 10 a.m. Toddler TimesToddlers and their caregivers are invited to this story time which includes songs, finger playsand short stories with a focus on early literacy skills.Ages 2 & 3.Thurs., Sept. 1 & 15, 11 a.m. Tues., Nov. 1 & 15, 10 a.m.Tues., Sept. 6 & 20, 10 a.m. Thurs., Nov. 3 & 17, 11 a.m.Mon., Sept. 12 & 26, 11 a.m. Tues., Nov. 8 & 22, 10 a.m.Tues., Sept. 13 & 27, 10 a.m. Mon., Nov. 14 & 28, 11 a.m. Tues., Oct. 4 & 18, 10 a.m. Thurs., Dec. 1 & 15, 11 a.m. Tues., Dec. 6 & 20, 10 a.m. Thurs., Oct. 20, 11 a.m. Mon., Dec. 12 & 26, 11 a.m. Mon., Oct. 24, 11 a.m. Tues., Dec. 13 & 27, 10 a.m. Tues., Oct. 25, 10 a.m. Story TimesPreschoolers are invited to this story time inegrating songs and learning concept-enriched finger plays.Some songs includeAmerican Sign Language and also the opporutnity to get up and dance.Ages 4 & 5.Thurs., Sept. 1 & 15, 10 a.m. Thurs., Oct. 25, 11 a.m. Tues., Sept. 6 & 20, 11 a.m. Tues., Nov. 1 & 15, 11 a.m.Thurs., Sept. 13 & 27, 11 a.m. Thurs., Nov. 3 & 17, 10 a.m. Tues., Oct. 4 & 18, 11 a.m. Thurs., Nov. 8 & 22, 11 a.m. Thurs., Dec. 1 & 15, 10 a.m. Thurs., Oct. 20, 10 a.m. 14

Programs For Children & FamiliesCelebrate International Games Day at the Ephrata Public Library! Enjoy a day ofcasual and competitive gaming. Bring your 3DS for open play or try your luck atone of our many board games.We will also have video game tournamentsco-sponsored by Complete in Box with prizes for the top competitors.All ageswelcome. Check our website for details on tournament times. 15

Programs For TweensCome watch a movie on the big screen and grab some popcorn.Ages 10-12. “Ratchet “Zootopia” “Nightmare Before and Clank” Rated PG. 108 minutes. Christmas”Rated PG. 94 minutes. Tues., Oct. 4, 6 p.m.Tues., Sept. 6, 6 p.m. Rated PG. 76 minutes. Tween Gamers ClubPlay some of your favorite Nintendo Wii or Wii U games on theLibrary’s big screen! If you have a Nintendo 3DS, feel free to bringit along to play with while others are taking their turns.Ages 10-12. Tues., 4 p.m. Sept. 13 & Sept. 27 Oct. 25 Nov. 8 & 22 Dec. 13 & 27 16

Programs For Tweens & Teens Write Here, Right Now: Writer’s Workshop for Tweens &TeensTake a break from all the electronics Perfect your writing skills in aand try out a game or activity from SeRssuhpepatseMrppmeooorwbnntderdivriatte2oiyn8eswgn•arveOtiixtr4ciconetnpgorm.bpmpteer.sronam2tn.6pd•ts,back in the day! Ages 10-18. learn how to give helpful Shrinky Dinks critiques.Ages 10-18. Thursday, Sept. 8, 4 p.m. Mon., Sept. 26, 4 p.m. Cat’s Cradle String Games Mon., Oct. 24, 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, 4 p.m. Mon., Nov. 28, 4 p.m. Cootie Catchers Thursday, Nov. 10, 4 p.m.Bourne To Be A Spy Dodge lasers and army crawl- through obstacles as you go through some secret spy basic training! Be sure to wear black! Ages 11-18. Wed., Nov. 9 6 p.m. 17

Programs For Tweens & TeensNintendo 3DS ZOMBIE DAY! CommunityJoin us for some 3DS fun! Whether Come join us for everythingyou’re the next Pokemon Master or zombie! We will be doing zombie-the Mayor in your Animal Crossing themed activities, games and eventown, come prepared to make friends, make-up! Ages 12-18.exchange friend codes and have a Sat., Oct. 15, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.great time.You need to bring yourown Nintendo 3DS.Ages 10-18. Wed., Sept. 28, 4 p.m. Wed., Oct. 26, 4 p.m. Wed., Nov. 23, 4 p.m.You could take a trip to Mexico and learn about Day of the Dead, or you couldjust stop in at the Library! Learn about Dia de los Muertos while getting to dosome traditional crafts like decorating skulls! Ages 10-18. Tues., Nov. 1, 6 p.m. 18

Programs For Tweens & TeensCOD3R5: Designed for tinkerers, makers, beginners and experts – joinCoding Club for other tweens and teens to learn basic coding skills using C.H.I.P., aTweens & Teens single board personal computer. Thurs., Sept.22, 4 p.m. Mon., Oct. 24, 4 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 17, 4 p.m. Mon., Dec. 19, 4 p.m. Cosplay Workshop (Costume Making)Try your hand at a new craft – costume making. Crafty librarians and friends will helpyou take “Goodwill chic” clothing or your own castoffs and fashion them into acostume to remember.You’re welcome to wear your new fashions during our AnimeDay or at other Library programs! Sewing machines, cloth, crafting materials anddecorations will be supplied. If possible, bring a picture of the character you’d like tobe and a thrift shop clothing item or two that reminds you of this character. Snip, tuck,decorate!You’ll surprise yourself. Mon,, Oct. 3, 5 p.m. Mon., Nov. 7, 5 p.m.Junior Friends For more information and meeting dates, see Laura B. at the circulation desk. of the Ephrata Public Library 19

Programs For Teens TEEN GAMERS CLUB Tired of dominating bots? Come to the Library for some friendly real-life competition on our big screen. Choose from a selection of games we have or bring your own copy of any multiplayer game for Xbox 360, Playstation 3 or Wii U.Ages 13-18. Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. Sept. 6 & 20 • Oct. 4 & 18 • Nov. 1 & 15 • Dec. 6 & 20 Anime ClubJoin us for our Anime Club and watch new anime, find outwhat’s new on our shelves and have a say in what we add toour collection.Ages 13-18. Mon., Sept. 12, 4 p.m. Mon., Nov. 14, 4 p.m. Mon., Dec. 12, 4 p.m. We’ll work through the set list from “Punk in the Kitchen,” “Lost in the Supermarket” and “Tales of Meat & Metal” – true recipes created by indie and rock artists, and allow us for some independent cooking and eating! Sat., Oct. 15, 1 p.m. Sat., Nov. 5, 1 p.m. Sat., Dec. 10, 1 p.m. 20

Programs for TeensAnime Day for TeensYou are a host! Join us for an Ouran High School HostClub tea party! We’ll be watching anime and playinggames. Cosplay welcome and encouraged! It doesn’thave to be Ouran themed.Ages 13-18. Sat., Oct. 22, 1 p.m.Teen Movie Night Tues., Tues., Oct. 18 Dec. 20 6 p.m. 6 p.m. Tues., Tues.,Sept. 20 Nov. 15 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 21

Programs for TeensYou are enjoying a party when a body is discovered. Murder! Thekiller is in the room with you. Play a key role in a murder mysteryand see if you can figure out who the killer is…before you’re next!Dinner will be provided.Ages 13-18. Mon., Oct. 31, 6 p.m. Visit our website at www.ephratapubliclibrary.org! 22

Programs for Teens Our Teen Reading Lounge series includes art activities, film screen- ings, a theater performance and opportunities for outreach in our community! Registration is required. Against Race:Teen Film Screening of “Race” and Discussion Challenge today’s attitudes about racism and stereotyp- ing in an eye-opening discussion.Watch Jesse Owen’s remarkable story in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Sat., Oct. 1, 1 p.m. Symbols of Compassion: Teen Book Discussion & Art Project Using the book “You Don’t Even Know Me: Stories and Poems About Boys” by Sharon Flakes, identify lies, prejudices and stereotypes and examples in your own life. Design your own visual symbols of hate, oppression, compassion and justice in society. Sat., Oct. 22, 1 p.m. Teen Book Discussion & Art Project: “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe” by Benjamin Alire Såenz Explore love, friendship, loneliness, individuality and identity in the award-winning “Aristotle and Dante.” Continue to design your own visual symbols of love, oppression, compassion and justice in society and prepare them for exhibition. Sat., Nov. 22, 1 p.m.Teen Reading Lounge is made possible by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered bythe Pennsylvania Department of Education through the Office of Commonwealth Libraries, and the Commonwealth ofPennsylvania, Tom Wolf, Governor. Additional support is provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities. 23

Programs for Teens Teen Read Week Book TrailersDo you have favorite books on our YA Smackdown display? UsingFOR TEENS!iPads we’ll be making book trailers about our favorite YA titles. Be sureto check out the display in the Library. For teens. Mon., Oct. 10, 4 p.m. & Wed., Oct. 12, 4 p.m. 24

Programs for Teens & Adults BANNED BOOKS WEEK Celebrating the Freedom to Read Sept. 27 - Oct. 3 TtoDwjeoeeisnniusg,sntef-oeIrtna-sYnaoanfudterarnsdeouolltfnsOBoafrnaealndiinnvnveeeitneGd-daBmoeorskCslWubeek Cover ContestThrough October 1, submit an 8.5” x 11” color copy of your digital or hand-illustrated bookcover that takes a new look at your favorite banned or censored book.We’ll exhibit themthroughout the Library. Each submission is an entry to win a Banned Book prize pack, includ-ing an Amazon gift card! Lists of banned books can be found at the circulation desk for inspi-ration or look for a “Banned Book” spine label throughout the Library. Open to all ages. Formore information, visit the circulation desk for instructions, a book list and contest details. September 1-October 1 An Open Mic Night MixerJoin us for open mic public readings of our and your favorite paragraphs and poems frombooks that have been banned. Sign up for a slot in advance. Listen to readings and makeyour own censored mocktail (non-alcoholic beverages with fruit, ice and juices). Celebratethe first amendment during Banned Books Week, a week-long celebration of the freedomto read. Door prizes include a set of banned books and a banned book mug, button andt-shirt pack.Adults, business members, young professionals welcome. Thurs., Sept. 29, 7 p.m.Sponsored by Mitchell A. Sommers, Esq. PC • 107 W. Main St., Ephrata, PA 17522 25

Programs for AdultsOutsMiodneda-yTMhoern-LinignMeosviAesdWuiltht CCooffleoer&i nDognuGtsuildMake your Monday morning more tolerable by joining us for amovie and coffee. Coloring helps relieve stress…even for adults! Join us for our monthly adult color- ing group. Detailed coloring pages,along with all supplies, are provided. Comecreate, de-stress and have fun! Wed., Sept. 7, 6:30 p.m. Wed., Oct. 5, 6:30 p.m. Wed., Nov. 2, 6:30 p.m. Wed., Dec. 7, 6:30 p.m.Digging Up Afternoon TeaYour Roots with the BBCGenealogy Group Our genealogy group is Join us and enjoy watching differ- open to anyone inter- ent BBC selections while sipping tea and devouring delicious treats. ested in learning abouttheir ancestry. It’s a way for us “amateur” Wed., 11 a.m.genealogists to connect by sharing ideas and Sept. 14 & 28 • Oct. 19suggestions, and offering help to others whoare studying their family histories. Beginning Nov. 2 & 16 • Dec. 7genealogists to the most advanced genealo-gists are welcome to attend. Be sure to bringyour research and questions! Tues., Sept. 6, 1 p.m. Tues., Oct. 4, 1 p.m. Tues., Nov. 1, 1 p.m. Tues., Dec. 6, 1 p.m.26

Programs For Adults This walking Veterans book discus- Lecture Series sion group covers three In collaboration with the essentials to Winters Leadership a healthy Memorial Committee brain – men-tal, physical and social activity.While walking Check out our eventsthe Ephrata Linear ParkTrail, we’ll discuss calendar for a completethe month’s book selection.The groupmeets in the Library lobby before hitting program listing!the trail for an hour of walking and talking. Tues., Sept. 27, 7 p.m. “Grandma Gatewood’s Walk” Tues., Oct. 25, 7 p.m. An Inspiring Story of the Woman Tues., Nov. 15, 7 p.m.Who Saved the Appalachian Trail” Tues., Dec. 13, 7 p.m. by Ben Montgomery Thurs., Sept. 15, 6 p.m. “A Man Called Ove” by Fredrik Backman Thurs., Oct. 13, 6 p.m. “When Breathe Becomes Air” by Paul Kalanithi Thurs., Nov. 10, 6 p.m. Ephrata Writers Group Share your love of knitting, crochet- ing and quilting! Provide love, aJoin a friendly group of writers for read- sense of security and comfort toings, critiques and advice in our monthly children in need by volunteeringwriters group. your skills to become a “blanketeer.” To join, contact Bonnie at 717-413- Thurs., 6 p.m. 3892. Sept. 1 & 22 • Oct. 6 & 27 Tues., 6 p.m. Nov. 3 • Dec. 1 & 15 Sept. 27 • Oct. 25 Nov. 22 • Dec. 13 27

Veteran Lecture Series Introduction to “Martyrs’ Mirror:A Social Saint Oscar Romero of History” with Author David America with Author Weaver-Zercher Emily Wade Will \"Martyrs' Mirror:A Archbishop Social HIstory\" Oscar Romero with Author David was martyred for Weaver-Zercher speaking truth to Next to the Bible, the powerful of El the \"Martyrs' Mir- Salvador.As global ror\" is the single economic dispari- most important ties grow, many of text to the An- Romero’s truths abaptists.Author are as relevant David Weaver- today as they Zercher traces thewere some 40 years ago. Join author and publication, use and dissemination of theAkron resident Emily Wade Will as \"The Martyrs' Mirror\" across four cen-she discusses the research that brought turies and explains its sacred status inher to her recently released book, today's Mennonite and Amish households.“Archbishop Oscar Romero: Books available to sign and purchase.The Making of a Martyr.” Tues., Sept. 13, 6 p.m. Wed., Oct. 19, 7 p.m.10th Anniversary of Nickel Mines with Author Janice BallengerJanice Ballenger will discuss her role as a volunteer EMT anda Deputy Coroner for the County of Lancaster,offeringhope to all.As the first female Deputy Coroner for thecounty,Ballenger was thrust into the national spotlight whenshe responded to the Nickel MinesAmish school tragedy.Ten youngAmish girls were shot,execution style,with fivedying,along with the shooter taking his own life.She turnedto writing her book of memoirs,covering many subjects,tostop her mind from revisiting the scene she witnessed inside the school.Her book,“Addicted to Life & Death:Memoirs of an EMT & Deputy Coroner” will be availablefor purchase and signing. Sat., Oct. 1, 2 p.m. 28



Independent Film Screenings Wondrous BoccaccioSet in Florence 1348 10 individuals sharestories of love to escape from the reality ofthe Black Death.An loose adaptation of Boc-caccio's \"DeCameron\". Not rated. 120 min-utes. Italian with English subtitles. Wed., Sept. 7, 1 p.m. Theeb A coming of age story of brothers Theeb and his brother Hussein during the war period of the Ottoman Empire in 1916. Not rated. 100 minutes.Arabic with Eng- lish subtitles. Wed., Oct. 19, 1 p.m. Seafog In desperation a ship's captain smuggles illegal migrants to South Korea and tragedy ensues. South Korea's entry to the 87th Academy Awards for Best For- eign Language Film. Not rated. 111 min- utes. Korean with English subtitles. Wed., Nov. 16, 1 p.m. The Marquise von O In this film adaptation of German Roman- ticist Heinrich von Kleist's \"Die Marquise of O,”, a widowed marquise struggles to explain her pregnancy after an assault and publicly seeks to marry the unknown fa- ther of her child. Not rated. 103 minutes. German with English subtitles. Wed., Dec. 14, 1 p.m. 30

Programs For AdultsFLU SHOT CLINIC Prevent the flu from getting you. Get vaccinated! Kmart Pharmacy will be in the Library lobby to hold a flu shot clinic. Flu shots for people 65 or over will have a $0 copay with Medicare B. Cash price for those without insurance coverage is $17.99.Wear loose clothing, bring insurance cards and Medicare B card, if applicable. Any questions, please call Kmart Pharmacy at 721-9021. Mon, Sept. 12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Mon., Oct. 3, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.Join small business owners from Sign up for ourthe Ephrata area along with weekly Wowbrarymembers of the Ephrata AreaChamber of Commerce in the email andLibrary’s new Exploratorium for receive notification ofthis monthly networking and the new materials weeducational opportunity. For add to our collectionmore information, please callSCORE mentor, Fred Engle at each week!717-572-8554 or [email protected]. Tues., Sept. 27, 8 a.m. Tues., Oct. 25, 8 a.m. Tues., Nov. 22, 8 a.m. 31

Programs for AdultsCookbook ClubThur., Sept. 8 Join us at St. Boniface Brewery for this casual book discussion 6:30 p.m. group!Thur., Oct. 13 “Wild Hundreds” 6:30 p.m. by Nate MarshallThur., Nov.10 Named after a neighborhood in the south side of Chicago, Marshall’s po- 6:30 p.m. etry is a collection of stories of black lives in a black world.Thur., Dec. 8 Tues., Sept. 20, 7 p.m. 6:30 p.m. “The Golden Notebook” by Doris Lessing Groundbreaking in 1962, Lessing’s experiment of merging four fic- tional notebooks about Anna Wulf and her conflicts of love, mar- riage, communism and politics became one of Time Magazine’s most important 100 books of the century. Tues., Oct. 18, 6 p.m. “The Color of Water:A Black Man’s Tribute to His White Mother” by James McBride This NewYorkTimes bestseller is a biography of McBride’s mother’s life,a daughter of a Jewish Orthodox Rabbi,her struggles of identity in the deep south and his coming-of-age story as the black son of a white woman. Tues., Nov. 22, 7 p.m. “Orlando” by Virginia Woolf Published in 1928,“Orlando” is a story of an individual who, after a successful career as a man, falls into a deep sleep and awakens as a woman. It is heralded as a feminist novel and one that generated questions about society’s role in determining gender. Tues., Dec. 6, 7 p.m. 32

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Programs for Adults Mystery Book Discussion Group Monday Morning Movie Thurs., with Coffee & Donuts Sept. 15 6:30 p.m.Make your Monday morning moretolerable by joining us for a movie Thurs.,and coffee. Oct. 20 6:30 p.m. “1984” Mon., Sept. 12 10 a.m. Thurs., Nov. 17 “Miracles From Heaven” 6:30 p.m. Mon., Oct. 17, 10 a.m. “Hello My Name is Doris” Mon., Nov. 14, 10 a.m. “Whiskey Tango Foxtrot” Mon., Dec. 12, 10 a.m. SEPTEMBER 27 Thurs., Dec. 15Register to vote at the Li- 6:30 p.m.brary! Million need to registerand re-register this year. 34

Programs for Adults Choose Your Own Adventure: A Book Club for the 55+ CrowdWhere do you want to go today? Join us for an armchair traveling experience throughworks of fiction and nonfiction! This group is held at KeystoneVilla Retirement Com-munity, located at 100 North State Street, Ephrata.The public is welcome to attend.Register for this program on the Library’s website. Mon., Oct. 10, 6:30 p.m. Mon., Nov. 7, 6:30 p.m. Mon., Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m. Friends of the Ephrata Public Libray Holiday Poinsettia Sale Friday, December 2 & Saturday, December 3 In The Library Lobby More Information at the Circulation Desk! 35

Computer Classes 101 Using a Flash Drive In this class we’ll cover all you need to Amazon Prime 101: Music know about flash drives! Learn how to saveIf you subscribe to Amazon Prime, you are given and access files, how to organize your filesaccess to a robust music library you can listen to and more.There is a $20 fee whichwith no additional cost! Join us in this class to includes a flash drive and handouts.learn how to take advantage of this awesomeservice.This class has a $5 fee.You must be an Thur., Sept. 8, 4 p.m.Amazon Prime member to attend. Windows 10: Tips and Tricks Tues., Sept. 27, 11 a.m. Join us in this class to learn features of Windows 10 that will make your life easier. Amazon Prime 101: Video Do your icons get big for no reason? WeIf you subscribe to Amazon Prime you are given can fix that. Not sure how to access youraccess to a robust video library you enjoy with programs? We can fix that, too! This classno additional cost. Learn how to access, stream has a $10 fee which includes handouts.Youand enjoy the millions of TV shows and movies must have a laptop with Windows 10Amazon offers! This class has a $5 fee which installed and bring it to class.includes handouts.You must be an AmazonPrime member to attend this class. Mon., Sept. 12, 11 a.m. Tues., Nov. 1, 11 a.m. Privacy on the Internet Are you wondering how to tell if a websiteAmazon Prime 101: Shipping & Deals is secure? Join us in this class to learn tipsAmazon Prime members not only get free and tricks for judging if the websites you’retwo-day shipping, but access to special deals using are safe.This class has a $5 fee whichonly for them. Join us in this class to learn all includes handouts.about these special bargains.This class has a $5fee which includes handouts.You must be an Thur., Sept. 15, 11 a.m.Amazon Prime member to attend this class. iHelp: Open iPad Forum Tues., Nov. 15, 11 a.m. Do you have questions about your iPad? Come to this open forum to meet other Amazon Prime 101: Books iPad users and get the tech help you need.Kindle users with Amazon Prime get a littleextra. Learn about books you can read for Thurs., Sept.22, 11 a.m.free as an Amazon Prime member.This classhas a $5 fee.You have to be an Amazon Prime Google Drive: Storagemember to attend this class. For full benefit, In this class we’ll be focusing on how tobring your Kindle device to class. use Google Drive as cloud storage. Learn how to store files, sync with other devices Tues., Nov. 22, 11 a.m. an d make the most of the free space Google provides you with.This class has a $10 fee which includes handouts.You must have a Google account to attend. Wed., Sept 26, 11 a.m.36

Computer Classes Goodreads Excel 2013: BeginnerGoodreads is a virtual bookshelf that gives Learn the basics of Excel 2013 including format-you the ability to manage all the books ting text, setting up a basic worksheet, deletingyou’ve read, books you are currently reading cells, rows and columns and printing worksheetsand books you plan to read. Using and workbooks.This class has a $20 fee whichGoodreads, you can get recommendations includes weekly handouts.for new books and meet other fans of se-ries you love.You must have a Goodreads Weds., Sept. 7 & 21, 11 a.m.account before class.This class has a $5 feewhich includes handouts. Excel 2013: Intermediate In this two-part class, we’ll teach you how to Wed., Oct. 19, 4 p.m. use multiple worksheets and workbooks, work with charts, advanced formatting and applying Flipboard styles.This class has a $20 fee which includesFlipboard is a news magazine you help weekly handouts.create by selecting what interests you. Byallowing Flipboard to get to know your Mons., Nov. 21 & Dec. 5, 4 p.m.interests you will have a personalized newsmagazine you can view daily.This class has a Word 2013: Beginner$5 fee.You may bring your own device with In this two-part course, we’ll be learning how toFlipboard installed, or use a Library device in create documents, edit and format text, save,class. print and reopen files.We’ll introduce you to cut, copy and paste, inserting images into a docu- Mon., Oct. 24, 11 a.m. ment and downloading templates to make your projects easier.This class has a $20 fee which YouTube includes handouts each week.In this class, we’ll be learning how to search,save and organize your favorite videos.You Weds., Nov. 2 & 16, 4 p.m.must have a Google orYouTube account toattend this class.This class has a $5 fee Word 2013: Holiday Mailing Labelswhich includes handouts. Tired to hand-addressing your holiday cards? Join us in this class to learn how to make holiday Wed., Oct. 26, 11 a.m. mailing labels in Word! We’ll be learning how to create a label sheet that you can use as a t Intermediate Gmail emplate for years to come.This class has a $5Join us in this class to learn about organizing materials fee which includes handouts.messages, creating contact groups andpersonalizing Gmail to suit your everyday Thur., Nov. 3, 4 p.m.needs.This class is designed for computers.Content will be different than the Gmail appon tablets and phones.This class has a $10fee which includes handouts. Mon., Nov. 7, 11 a.m. 37

Computer Classes Cord Cutters Class Paprika: Recipe ManagerCable bill too high?Thinking about cutting the Looking for a place to manage your holidaycable cord?This class is for you!We will meal recipes? The app Paprika gives you aexplore the many exciting options available to place to manage your recipes on your mobilehelp you save money, and put you in control. devices. Learn how to add, edit and saveEven if you don’t want to cut the cord entirely, recipes using Paprika.This class has a $5 feethese services can enhance what you already which includes handouts.You can bring yourhave with your cable subscription. device with Paprika installed or use a Library device to learn. Thur., Nov. 10, 4 p.m. Mon., Dec. 12, 11 a.m. InstagramLearn all about the Instagram app in this class. Streaming Holiday JamsWe’ll be snapping photos, adding filters, hash- Looking for the perfect holiday playlist? Jointagging all afternoon.You must have the Insta- us in this class to learn different options forgram app downloaded to your device, or you streaming the perfect holiday music in yourcan use a Library device in class.This class has home.This class has a $5 fee which includesa $5 fee which includes handouts. handouts. Thur., Nov. 17, 11 a.m. Wed., Dec. 14, 4 p.m. Amazon: Kindle Users Anonymous One-Stop Holiday Shopping Are you a Kindle addict? That’s OK!Looking for the perfect gift but running out We want you to be! Come join us atof time? Amazon is your solution. Join us in Kindle Users Anonymous to meetthis class to learn how to have gifts shipped other Kindle users, share your love ofto your door.This class has a $5 fee which Kindle and get the tech support youincludes handouts. need. Each month we’ll look at something you can use for your Mon., Dec. 5, 11 a.m. Kindle.This group is specifically designed for Kindle Skype: Video Calling Fire users.You should haveDo you have a family member who can’t a Kindle Fire to attend.make it home for the holiday? Make it feellike they’re with you this holiday season by Thurs., 6 p.m.learning how to use Skype video calling.This Sept. 8 • Oct. 13 • Nov. 10 • Dec. 8class has a $5 fee which including handouts.This class focuses on using Skype on thecomputer. Thur., Dec. 8, 4 p.m. 38

Now available for meetings, business retreats, private parties & more!For information, reservations or to schedule a tour, contact:Rich Repkoe at [email protected] Sat., Stop by the Library Sept. 10 and have your car washed by our9 a.m.-12 p.m. Junior Friends! By donation. 39

The Art of Recovery: An ExhibitionIn partnership with The Retreat of Lancaster’s art therapy program, viewcreations that show the ugly side of addiction and the recovery/path tohope.Audiences will engage in the art, feel the struggle and understandthe success of recovery through art therapy. September 6- September 30 Addiction,Treatment & Recovery with The Retreat of Lancaster CountyThis panel discussion, featuring the Retreat’s Dr. Joseph Troncale and JackSodak, will explore the genetic nature of addiction.Additionally, these pre-senters will discuss warning signs of addiction and will review strategies thatfamily members can utilize to help an addicted family member, includingtreatment options.There will be a Q&A time at the end of the panel discus-sion during which the public can ask their questions and share their stories. Wed., Oct. 19, 6 p.m.

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