Fall 2019 Explorer

VOLUME 131

FALL 2019

ANNUAL
BOOK SALE

Held at Ephrata Amvets
614 S. State St., Ephrata

Opening Night:
Fri., Oct. 25

5:30-8:30 p.m.

(Admission - $7 on Fri. only)

Sat., Oct. 26, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sponsored by: Sun., Oct. 27, 12-5 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 28, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

www.doupleinsurance.com ($7 Bag Sale)

Tue., Oct. 29, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

($5 Bag Sale)

EXTRAORDINARY GIVE
POP-UP BOOK SALE

(Library MP Room)

Fri., Nov. 15, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

$20 per bag!

VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT FOR 2020 VITA PROGRAM
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program is looking for more
volunteers to assist in tax preparation this upcoming tax season! The VITA
Program operates 17 sites across Lancaster County to assist those who
make under $62,000/year in filing their taxes for free. Don’t have experi-
ence in doing tax returns, that’s okay! We conduct in-depth training during
November, December, and January to ensure that our volunteers have the
tax knowledge and software skills necessary to complete high quality tax
returns. Our sites also need greeters, who serve as the first point of con-
tact for tax clients upon entering the site. The role of greeter needs no tax
knowledge at all!
Last season, the Ephrata VITA site completed 2,319 tax returns – more
than any other site in Lancaster County. To once again serve as many
clients as possible, we need more volunteers.
If you are interested in volunteering with us, or hearing more about the
work we do in the community and how you can be involved, contact Jesse
Brubacher at 717-824-8146 or [email protected]

Library Information & Services 02
Library Programs
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Special Events 13
Story Time 14
Early Literacy 15
STEAM 17
Academic Support 18
Arts, Music, Culture, Film 19
Fun & Games 21
Reading 22
Adult Computer Classes

LIBRARY INFORMATION

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The Ephrata Public Library is a physical and virtual community center. Its mission
is to provide resources and to promote opportunities for everyone seeking to
improve, change, enrich and enjoy their lives. The Library offers free access to
information reflecting differing viewpoints in order to support an open and
democratic society.

550 South Reading Road Ephrata, PA 17522

717.738.9291 Fax 717.721.3003

www,ephratapubliclibrary.org

LIBRARY HOURS GOVERNMENT SERVICES HOURS

Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Friday: Closed Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (Summer) Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday: Closed

.002 BOOKSELLERS HOURS FALL CLOSINGS

Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sept. 2 - Labor Day
Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nov. 28 - Thanksgiving
Sunday: Closed Dec. 24 & 25 - Christmas
Dec. 31 - New Year’s Eve

Sept. 25 - Closing at 5 p.m.

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LIBRARY INFORMATION

Come out to the .002 Booksellers Customer Appreciation Days September 10
– 12! Customers can enjoy discount sales while munching on free snacks
and drinks. There will also be raffles held for local restaurant gift certifi-
cates! Customers can have their name submitted in the drawing just by
making a purchase in the book store throughout Customer Appreciation
Days. We hope to see you there!

Bestsellers Book Club

Membership is easy!!
Select your favorite authors from our list, available at the circulation Desk. After you
are enrolled, books by the authors you’ve chosen will automatically be reserved for
you. By being a member of our Best Seller Book Club, you are automatically put on
the waiting list for the latest releases from your favorite authors, which means you
don’t have to wait for it to appear on the shelf! A minimum of $25 donation is re-
quested to offset costs of the program.

Sign up today!

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LIBRARY INFORMATION

PLEASE DONATE TODAY

By making a tax-deductible gift today to the Ephrata Public Library, you are
helping provide our community with reading and reference materials, activities
for all ages, technology classes, story times, lectures, exhibits, WiFi and so
much more!

Sign up for automatic monthly donations with your credit card! Go to http://bit.ly/eplccdonate

FOOD FOR FINES

SEPT. 3-28

From Sept. 3-28,, the Ephrata Public Library
will be accepting donations of non-perishable
food items. Each item will equal $1
removed from overdue fines on Ephrata-
owned items. Replacement fees do not qual-
ify for the Food for Fines program. We cannot
accept items that are expired. Canned fruits,
vegetables and meat (chicken, tuna) are pre-
ferred. All food donations will be distributed
by Ephrata Area Social Services.

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LIBRARY INFORMATION

Join the Ephrata Public Library for a spe-
cial screening of the new Downton Abbey
movie at Penn Cinemas in Lititz. Pur-
chase your tickets online at www.penn-
cinema.com/buy-tickets.

Sunday, Sept. 22
1 p.m. - Festivities & 
Fascinator Contest

(Please remove
fascinators for the movie!)

2 p.m. - Film

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ACADEMIC SUPPORT - These programs supplement

student academics and expand on classroom learning
and activities.

ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - Offered to adults

interested in learning computer skills. From mastering
your Amazon Echo to learning a new language with
Mango Languages, there’s a class for you.

ART, MUSIC, CULTURE, FILM - Crafts, movie

screenings, afternoon tea, dance sessions, and
discussion groups and much more, for all ages. These
programs are perfect for anyone looking to tap into their
creativity.

EARLY LITERACY - Partnering with members of the

Northern Lancaster Hub and other educational partners
to create exceptional programs at the library. These
programs are designed with learning in mind for children
from birth to 5 years. Children will learn early literacy,
social skills, and kindergarten readiness through play.

FUN AND GAMES - Fun is the name of the game - from

traditional board games to video games on the big screen
to outdoor family fun, there’s something for everyone.

LECTURE SERIES - The Library partners with

community groups to bring programs such as a
Veterans Lecture Series.

READING - Enjoy the wonders of reading at Ephrata

Public Library! Book clubs and reading lounges have a
home in this category, with programs for kids, teens,
and adults.

STEAM - For our scientists in the making. Our STEAM

programs cover science, technology, engineering, art
and math for kids, tweens, teens and adults.

STORY TIME - Story time sessions for children ages

6 months to 8 years old. Each age-appropriate story
time includes a story, a craft and fun! Children learn
early literacy, American Sign Language and social
skills.

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

Most programs require registration. To register, visit our website at
www.ephratapubliclibrary.org, call the Library at 717.738.9291 or stop by the
circulation desk during Library hours.

SPECIAL EVENTS

American Girl Tea Party Medicare Seminar

This month we will celebrate the life and Attendees will be presented a compre-
times of Kit Kittredge. Kit is a nine-year- hensive look at original Medicare as well
old girl with a nose for news. But since as a full explanation on how Advantage
most of the news is about the hard times Plans, Supplements and Part D prescrip-
of the Depression, Kit writes her own tion plans coordinate. Contact presenter
newspaper stories. We'll have tea, directly at 717-271-2326 on Eventbrite or
snacks, and a craft from the time period. [email protected].
Come in costume if you wish and bring
your doll! Ages 8-12. Wed., Sept. 18, 6 p.m.

Thu., Oct. 24, 4:30 p.m. Preschool Dramatic Play

Murder Mystery for Teens Preschoolers are invited to use their
imaginations while using puppets, dress
You are enjoying a party when a body is up clothing, pretend kitchen equipment,
discovered. Murder! The killer is in the and more! Ages 2-6.
room with you. Play a key role in a mur-
der mystery and see if you can figure out Tue., Nov. 19, 3:30 p.m.
who the killer is…before you’re next!
Dinner will be provided. You must be reg- Digging Up Your Roots
istered to attend. Ages 13-18.
Our genealogy group is open to anyone
Thu., Oct. 31, 6 p.m. interested in learning about their
ancestry. It’s a way for “amateur”
Kid’s Fall Festival genealogists to connect by sharing ideas
and suggestions, and offering help to
Come in your favorite attire or costume. others who are studying their family
Be prepared for fall fun games, prizes, histories. Beginning genealogists to the
and snacks. We will also have a parade most advanced genealogists are
around our library with snack or prize welcome to attend. Be sure to bring your
stations for friends who would like to research and questions!
join. Everyone is welcome!
Tue. at 1 p.m.
Tue., Oct. 29, 5 p.m. Sept. 3 • Oct. 1 • Nov. 5 • Dec. 3

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Cookies & Milk with Santa

Join us for a special visit with Santa! Enjoy a
snack child friendly beverages as well as holiday
art activities and fun with family and friends!

Thu., Dec. 12, 6 p.m.

Teens Make: Holiday Cookies Career Advising

Learn how to make delicious holiday Schedule a FREE 1/2 hour career advis-
themed cookies from scratch! ing appointment with PA CareerLink®
Lancaster County. Get resume assis-
Mon., Dec. 16, 4 p.m. tance, skills and interests assessments,
interviewing tips, career exploration and
Aromatherapy for Teens job search assistance. Registration re-
quired in advance. Please be aware that
Join us for some aromatherapy fun with any registration and/or change must be
Tara Severts! Ages 13-18. done with at least a 24-hour notice.

Tue., Oct. 1, 6 p.m. Thu. from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 26 • Oct. 24 • Dec. 26
An Evening with the
Mutual UFO Network

We’re welcoming MUFON (Mutual UFO
Network) PA Chief Investigator Dan Med-
leycott for an informational session about
UFOs, extraterrestrials and other unique
phenomena. All ages are welcome.

Thu., Sept. 19, 6 p.m.

Cooking on a Budget for Teens

Teens are invited to attend this hands-
on workshop where we will learn about
preparing filling and nutritious meals on
a budget.

Tue., Oct. 8, 4:30 p.m.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Magician Matty Whipple

A consummate professional, Matty Whipple has been entertaining au-
diences worldwide- from casinos, to comedy clubs, to private and cor-
porate events, to soldiers in Iraq with the USO- for over a decade. His
brand of magic is original, funny, interactive, and smart- astonishing
adults and children alike. All ages welcome!

Tue., Oct. 22, 6 p.m.

Holiday Menu Temptations

Join Wellspan's Clinical Dietitian, Fran Hadley, as she prepares healthy holiday foods using fall-grown
vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, onions and carrots. Learn festive preparation twists,
tempt your taste buds and begin planning your nutritious and delicious upcoming holiday menu.

Mon., Sept. 30, 6:30p.m

Building Resiliency Skills to Weather the Storms

This two-part workshop presented by Good Samaritan Services is designed to help parents
build resiliency skills in their children. Resilience is a set of skills that can minimize the effect
of traumatic stress at the time of occurrence, and can help to rebuild confidence, trust and
movement forward. A light meal and child care will be provided. Presented in collaboration
with the Northern Lancaster Hub. Powered by the United Way.

Mon., Oct. 8 & 15, 6 p.m.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Smiles of Joy!

Smiles of Joy is a Dental Outreach program of Welsh Mountain Health Centers that helps
those in the community gain access to dental care at various locations within Lebanon and
Lancaster counties.

A public health dental hygienist will be coming to the Community Commons on a monthly
basis to set up her portable dental equipment on-site for dental appointments.

The services provided are dental screenings , cleanings, and fluoride application. They are
offered to both adults and children starting at 1 years old.

It is very important for children to get screened at an early age. Along with a screening
and cleaning, children also receive fluoride varnish on their teeth to help prevent cavities.

The dental outreach program accepts all medical assistance plans and most commercial
dental plans. For patients that are uninsured, we offer a special discount rate based on the
slide scale program.

All patients seen for these preventive dental hygiene services will be referred to Welsh
Mountain Health Centers for a full exam with x-rays and any restorative work such as fillings,
extractions, etc. (if needed ). All toothache emergencies should schedule with the dental
center directly at 584 Springville Rd. New Holland, PA, 1-717-354-4711.
If you are interested in making a dental appointment, please sign up online at our events
calendar with your information. A medical history will need to be completed prior to your
appointment time. Please bring your insurance card with you on the day of your appoint-
ment.

Wed., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sept. 11 • Oct. 2 • Nov. 6 • Dec. 4

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Milton Hershey School Information Session

The Milton Hershey School will host a public information session and your family is invited!
Light refreshments will be served. The Hershey School is a cost-free, private, coeducat-
ional school that specifically draws from low-income populations. It emphasizes its res-
idential home life for students, where they stay year-round to help gain the skills they need
success in all aspects of life. Many of the students enrolled in the Hershey School come
from Lancaster and Lebanon Counties and the school is encouraging Ephrata area fam-
ilies to learn more about its unique educational experience.

Thu., Oct. 24, 5 p.m.

An Evening
With
Penn Ketchum

The Ephrata Public Library, Northern Join Penn Ketchum, Ironman athlete
Lancaster Hub and Ephrata Review invite and owner of the Ephrata Main movie
you to meet your local candidates! Candi- theatre and the Penn Cinema multi-
dates for Borough Council, Township Su- plexes, for a book signing event cele-
pervisor, school board and other offices brating release of “PSALM 23 (in other
on the November ballot will be present to words)”. The book details Penn’s per-
answer questions. Join Ephrata Review sonal take on Psalm 23 (“The Lord is my
Editor Andy Fasnacht, who will moderate Shepherd; I shall not want”) and how you
the evening. can use the prayer to power through
your own challenges!
Thu., October 17, 7 p.m.
Held in the Community Commons Tues., Oct. 1, 6:30 p.m.

next to the Library.

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STORY TIME

Lapsit Story Time Spanish/English Story Time

Young toddlers and their caregivers sing This story time is for the whole family.
songs, recite fun rhymes and read together. Whether you know Spanish or not, join Pa-
Participants also learn basic sign language tricia Barnes, who will read short stories,
sing songs and have a craft activity in both
and play together. Ages 0-24 months.
Thu. at 10 a.m. Spanish and English! Ages 2-5.
Sat. at 11 a.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Nov. 7, 14 & 21 • Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26 Sept. 21 • Oct. 5 • Nov. 2 • Dec. 7

Toddler Time Special Story Time with Hank:
Teeth!
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited
to this 30-minute story time that in- Did Hank forget to brush his teeth? Join
cludes songs, short stories, and learn- us for Story Time with Hank the Health
ing-enriched art activities. Ages 2-4. Hero and find out! The lovable puppet
Hank and his friend will be reading a spe-
Tue. at 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. cial book all about teeth. After the story,
Sept. 3, 10, 17, & 24 • Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 you get to do a couple of activities all
about teeth. Ages 4-7.
Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • Dec. 3, 10 & 17
Mon., Sept. 9, 11 a.m.
Story Time
Pajama Party Story Time
Preschoolers are invited to this 40-mi-
nute story time that integrates songs “No PJ's! No Noise!” Kids gently bend the
and concept-enriched finger plays. Early rules for this sleepy-time party at the Li-
literacy skills, including letter and sound brary. Stories, not snores, fill the air.
introduction, are included in each story Sucked thumbs come out to create
time. Large and small motor skills are crafts. Tip-toes turn to stomps and
practiced with simple activities and art. songs for a noisy parade through the Li-
Ages 4-7. brary. Bring a stuffed animal friend to
join the fun! Ages 3-7.
Mon. at 10 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Sept. 9 (10 a.m. only), 16, 23 & 30 Thu. at 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 26 • Nov. 14 • Dec. 26
Oct. 7, 14, 21 & 28
Nov. 4, 11, 18 & 25 • Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

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EARLY LITERACY

Family Place Parent/Child Workshop

Our Family Place Parent/Child Workshop series is for parents or caregivers
along with their infants and toddlers. This family-friendly setting, equipped with
age-appropriate toys, books, and games allows parents and young children to
play, read, and interact with each other. Each session, a resource specialist will
be onsite for informal discussion. Families are asked to attend all 5 sessions. Ages 0-5.

Mon. at 3:30 p.m.
Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 & Nov. 4

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STEAM

Science Saturday

Special Edition: Bats Happy 75th Anniversary, Smokey the Bear!

We carefully guide children through engaging Join us as we celebrate Smokey the Bear's

scientific experiments while investigating, hy- 75-year campaign. Since 1944, Smokey the

pothesizing, experimenting and encouraging Bear has been an American icon, teaching

inquiry-based learning. Ages 5-12. us how important our role is in preventing

Sat., Sept. 21, 10 a.m. wildfires. This timeless message continues

Sat., Nov. 2, 10 a.m. on with special events and activities at the

Library. Ages 5-12.

Sat., Oct. 5, 10 a.m.

Tween & Teen Coders Club

Designed for tinkerers and makers – beginners and coding experts – to learn basic coding
skills in a free play setting. We will explore different types of coding each month. Feel free
to bring projects from school or home to share with other learners. Ages 10-18.

Thu. at 4 p.m.
Sept. 12 • Oct. 10 • Nov. 14 • Dec. 12

Preschool STEAM Time

Science, technology, engineering, arts, and math are included in this program for preschoolers.
You'll be amazed how much learning occurs with intentional and guided play activities! Ages 3-6.

Wed. at 10:30 a.m.
Sept. 4, 11,& 18 • Oct. 2, 9, 16 & 23 • Nov. 6, 13 & 20 • Dec. 4, 11 & 18

Holy Guacamole! Foodie Lab for Kids

Healthy food-making fun. Learn while you cook and bake! Please alert us to any food al-
lergies upon registration. Ages 5-12.

Thu. at 4:30 p.m.
Sept. 12 • Oct. 10 • Nov. 7 • Dec. 5 & 19

Foodie Lab Special Edition: Thankful!

All ages are welcome to join us for this special Foodie Lab. We will learn some basics of Thanks-
giving meals as well as discussing how we're thankful for each other. Please bring a canned
good to donate to EARS! Ages 5-12.

Thu., Nov. 21, 4:30 p.m.

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STEAM

Can You Dig It?: Preschool Block Party
Gardening Club for Kids
Introduce your young builder to a room full of
Connect with nature and cultivate a love block stations just right for preschoolers.
for gardening while experimenting, ob- Blocks of all sizes, shapes and colors are pro-
serving, growing and harvesting. We work vided for small construction workers. Animal
under the consultation of Penn State Ex- and people figures add to the imaginative fun!
tension Master Gardners. Ages 5-12. Ages 2-6.

Thu. at 4:30 p.m. Tue. at 3:30 p.m.
Sept. 5 & 19 • Oct. 3, 17 & 31 • Nov. 14 Sept. 24

Get free, live, one-on-one tutoring! Visit our website for more information.

www.ephratapubliclibrary.org

Blockheadz Construction Zone

Build, design and create with Lego bricks, figures and accessories ALL supplied by the li-
brary. Challenge yourself! Ages 5-10.

Thu. at 6 p.m.
Nov. 21 • Dec. 19

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ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Write Here, Right Now: Writing Workshop for Tweens & Teens

Perfect your writing skills in a supportive environment. Respond to writing prompts,
share writing excerpts and learn how to give helpful critiques! Ages 10-18.

Mon. at 4 p.m.
Sept. 30 • Oct. 28 • Nov. 25

Fostering Your Child’s Success in Mathematics in the Primary Years

This hour-long session will provide information, a chance to practice working on developing
specific skills and materials to follow-up at home. Session is taught by retired school teacher,
Susan Daub. Ages 5-12. This project is made possible by a Library Services and Technology
Act (LSTA) grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services as administered by the
Pennsylvania Dept. of Education through the Office of Commonwealth Libraries.

Tue. at 4 p.m.
Sept. 3 • Oct. 1 • Nov. 5 • Dec. 3

After School @ EPL

Free After School Opportunity for Children Grades 4-6!

When: Mon. & Wed.,3:30-6:30 p.m., September 16-December 16

Where: Ephrata Public Library, 550 South Reading Road, Ephrata

Who: Run by staff and volunteers from partners in the

Northern Lancaster Hub, Ephrata Public Library and Ephrata Cares

Transportation: The Northern Lancaster Hub Bus

Owned & operated by Ephrata Area Social Services, the Hub Bus

and our chaperones will transport children from their school to

the Ephrata Public Library. Parents must pick children up by 6:30 p.m.

Activities: Include art activities, Homework Club, Gamers Club, Coders Club

for Kids and activities that teach character traits in EASD’s Life-

Ready-Graduate Program and Ephrata Cares’ Character Matters

Program. A healthy light meal is provided.

More Info: For more information, email Tom Jensen at

[email protected].

Sponsored in part by:

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ARTS, MUSIC, CULTURE, FILM

Monday Morning Movie Family Movie Night

Start your week off write with a movie at the Bring the family and enjoy a film. We’ll
Librray. Coffee & donuts provided. provide the popcorn!

“Field of Dreams” “Karate Kid”
Rated PG. 107 minutes. Not rated. 126 minutes
Mon., Sept. 16, 10 a.m. Wed., Sept. 11, 6 p.m.

“Fried Green Tomatoes” “Goonies”
Rated PG-13. 130 minutes. Rated PG. 111 minutes.
Wed., Oct. 16, 6 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 7, 10 a.m.
“Coco”
“Bridges of Madison County” Rated PG. 109 minutes.
Not rated. 135 minutes. Wed., Nov. 13, 6 p.m.
Mon., Nov. 4, 10 a.m.
“Polar Express”
“True Grit” Not rated. 100 minures.
Rated PG-13. 110 minutes.
Wed., Dec. 11, 6
Mon., Dec. 2, 10 a.m.

Afternoon Tea With The BBC

Join us and enjoy watching different BBC selections while sipping tea and devouring delicious
treats. 18+ years.

Wed. at 12:30 p.m.
Sept. 4 • Oct. 2 • Nov. 6 • Dec. 4

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FUN & GAMES

Kids’ Gamers Club

Join us and play on our Wii, Xbox and other gaming systems! Parents and guardians will ap-
preciate our settings and age appropriate games. Ages 5-12.

Wed. at 4 p.m.
Sept. 4, & 18 • Oct. 2, 16 & 30 • Nov. 13 & 27 • Dec. 11

Tween & Teen Gamers Club

Join us for some relaxation and video games on our Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any mul-
tiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 10-18.

Tue. at 3:30 p.m.
Sept. 3, 10, 17 & 24 • Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 • Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • Dec. 3, 10 & 17

Late Night @ the Library

Join us after hours for 3 hours of video games, board games, flashlight tag and more! Attendees
are invited to bring their favorite multiplayer games for Nintendo Switch, Wii U, Xbox 360, and
PS3. Kids must be dropped off before the doors lock at 8 p.m. Ages 13-18.

Sat., Dec. 14, 7 p.m.

Preschool Game Day

Join us for a fun-filled and educational board game day geared for preschoolers and elementary
age children. We'll provide the games and the children will provide the fun! Ages 2-6.

Tue., Oct. 15, 3:30 p.m.

Movin’ & Groovin’

Join us for an interactive program with music, motion, sound, dance, games and storytell-
ing! A new healthy habit will be included during each session. Ages 4-7.

Thu. at 11 a.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31

Nov. 7, 14, 21 • Dec. 12, 19 & 26

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FUN & GAMES

After School Board Games Workout Wednesdays for Adults

Feeling bored after school? Chase the stress of the day away with workouts that
Fight boredom with board include Yoga, Just Dance, Zumba, yoga and outdoor
games! We’ll be playing games walks. Have fun and get your heart rate pumping! All
like One Night Ultimate Were- fitness levels welcome. Some classes feature Jenny
wolf, Codenames, Apples to Ap- Bones, certified yoga instructor.
ples, and more! 12-18 years.
Wed. at 1 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 21, 4 p.m. Sept. 11 & 25 • Oct. 9 & 23 • Nov. 13 & 27 • Dec. 11

Family Game Night

It's International Games Week! Join us at Family Game Night for a fun evening of card
games you won't want to stop playing! Ages 5+.

Thu., Nov. 7, 6 p.m.

Interntaional Games Week Video Game Tournaments

Video game tournaments and free play all day! Board games in the lobby. Prizes for the
winners! Check our events calendar for details on tournament times.

Sat., Nov. 9, 10 a.m.

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READING

Page Turners Book Club

This book club is driven by members' choices; books will always be available at our library. Join us
for lively discussions and meet new friends. Adult.

“Educated: A Memoir” “The Reckoning”
by Tara Westover by John Grisham
Thu., Nov. 7, 6:30 p.m.
Thu., Sept. 5, 6:30 p.m.

“The Tatooist of Auschwitz” “Gone Girl”
by Heather Morris by Gillian Flynn
Thu., Dec. 5, 6:30 p.m.
Thu., Oct. 3, 6:30 p.m.

“Who Was? What Is?” Biography Club Kids Reading Tales to Tailwaggers

KPET-certified dogs and their handlers will
be in the Library ready to listen as children
read to them. Each child may choose stories
on his or her reading level. Ages 4-12.

Tue. at 4 p.m.
Sept. 10 • Oct. 8 • Nov. 12 • Dec. 10

Explore the impact of famous individuals On your first visit to AmazonSmile,
and/or landmarks throughout history. Test smile.amazon.com, select Ephrata
your knowledge in Jeopardy-style trivia Public Library as your charitable
contests, engage in fun projects and dis- organization. Every eligible pur-
cover with other Club members interesting chase you make at smile.ama-
facts that have helped to shape who we are zon.com will result in a donation.
today. See your librarian for a list of “Who
Was” books to check out a copy in advance!
Ages 8-12.

Mon. at 4:30 p.m.
Sept. 16 • Oct. 21 • Nov. 18 • Dec. 16

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ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES

Excel 2015: Beginner Powerpoint 2016: Beginner
Learn the basics of Excel 2016 including In this class we learn presentation crea-
formatting text, setting up a basic work- tion, how to enhance the presentation by
sheet, deleting cells, rows and columns changing the text, rearranging slides,
and printing worksheets and workbooks. and creating visual impact by taking ad-
This class has a $20 fee that includes vantage of the features PowerPoint
handouts. offers. This class has a $20 fee which in-
cludes handouts.
Wed., Sept. 11, 1 p.m.
Wed. Sept. 18, 1 p.m.
Kindle Users Anonymous
Are you a Kindle addict? That’s OK! We Facebook 101
want you to be. Come join us at Kindle In this 2-part class we will cover every-
Users Anonymous to meet other Kindle thing from the basics, messaging, pri-
users, share your love of Kindle and get vacy settings, and more! You must have
the tech support you need. This group is a Facebook account before the class.
specifically designed for Kindle Fire users. Make sure to bring your username and
You should have a Kindle Fire to attend. password. This class has a $20 fee that
includes handouts.
Thu. at 6 p.m.
Sept. 12 • Oct. 10 • Nov. 14 • Dec. 12 Mon., Oct. 14 & 21, 1 p.m.

Organizing Your Computer Introduction to Gmail
Are you having trouble finding files Learn how to use Gmail, a free email
you’ve saved to your computer? Are your service. You’ll learn how to send and sort
folders cluttered with documents you email, as well as attaching documents to
don’t remember downloading? Attend emails. This class has a $10 fee that in-
this class to learn how to create folders, cludes handouts. You must have a
move multiple files and get your com- Google account before class. You can
puter organized! This class has a $10 fee use one-on-one tutoring for help with
which includes handouts. creating an account.

Mon., Sept. 16, 1 p.m. Thu., Oct. 17, 1 p.m.

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ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES

Ebooks on Libby Amazon Deals
Wondering how to get eBooks on your It's the holiday season, are you taking ad-
iPad or Kindle Fire? Join us in this class vantage of all the deals Amazon has to
to learn about Libby. Check library offer? This class has a $5 fee which in-
ebooks and eaudiobooks out digitally! cludes handouts.

Thu., Oct. 24, 1 p.m. Mon., Nov. 25, 1 p.m.

Word 2016: Mailing Labels Need extra
Tired to hand-addressing your holiday computer help?
cards? Join us in this class to learn how
to make holiday mailing labels in Word! One-on-one computer tutoring
We’ll be learning how to create a label appointments are available by
sheet that you can use as a template for calling the Library or visiting
years to come. This class has a $10 ma- the Circulation Desk.
terials fee which includes handouts.

Mon., Nov. 18, 1 p.m.

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