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Between Two Worlds

Between Two Worlds

The Yiddish Book Center’s Public Libraries Program brings Yiddish literature in translation to public libraries across the United States to deepen their engagement with Yiddish literature and Jewish life, religion, and culture, and to foster vibrant cross-cultural dialogue and discussion in their communities.  
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Weekly Adult Programs

Weekly adult programs
Teen Manga Club

Teen Manga Club

Manga Club   6-7:30PM for Teens 12y+   Book & Film club- Watch anime, draw, chat and craft all things Manga! Bring a Friend!  FREE fun for Teens.  (We meet Every Second Wednesday of the Month!)  No registration required.

Wednesday, 5/13 @ 6 pm (Room E)

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Yiddish in America

Yiddish in America

May is Jewish American Heritage Month and is a fitting time to learn about Jewish culture and life.  This program is an introduction to the world of  Yiddish, the spoken and written language of eastern European Jews used in everyday life and culture in addition to the national languages from the countries in which they lived.

Wednesday, 5/13 @ 6:30 pm (Room F)

Learn about Jewish American Heritage

Matchbook "MiniBooks" Craft (Ages 10-18y)

All supplies will be provided. Take a plain white matchbox and turn it into a tiny book box to hold your favorite story. Make it a magnet! Write your own story!  We will work with cardstock, scissors, glue, markets and sequins! Please register.

Wednesday, 5/14 @ 4 pm (Children's Activity Room)

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The Quiet Spell: A Fantasy Book Club

The Quiet Spell: A Fantasy Book Club

The Quiet Spell: A Fantasy Book Club: Join us every second Thursday of the month for a casual discussion of fantasy books and a cozy craft. Our theme for the month of April will be cozy fantasy. Some examples include Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree, The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst, and The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune. You can find these books in the library or online through Libby or Hoopla. everyone is welcome!

Thursday, 5/14 @ 5 pm (Room E)

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The Story of Tent Girl

The Story of Tent Girl

One of Georgetown's most fascinating and macabre stories revolves around a young woman found mutilated along Highway 25, bundled in a tent and unidentifiable.  Tent Girl was subsequently buried in the Georgetown Cemetery under a haunting stone with her description in the hopes that someone might be able to recognize her.  Thirty years later, the mystery was solved.

Thursday, 5/14 From 6:30-7:45 pm (Room F)

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Recording Studio Orientation

Recording Studio Orientation

The Recording Studio Orientation is a required class that patrons have to take before being able to reserve the Recording Studio. Please register for this class to start using this great free service.

Friday, 5/15 @ 3 pm (Recording Studio)

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