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The Games People Play

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room 2 (meeting space divided) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Games & Play, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
The Games People Play:

Let's enjoy the fun and games, together! Join us every Wednesday for good company and a ton of fun. Get together with other game enthusiasts to play a variety of card and tablet...

Event Details:

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 2 (meeting space divided)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Games & Play, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Let's enjoy the fun and games, together!

Join us every Wednesday for good company and a ton of fun. Get together with other game enthusiasts to play a variety of card and tabletop games like American mahjong, Phase 10, Rook, and more. Play your favorites with friends or learn to play something new!

Psst... Don't see one of your favorite games? Bring it with you to share with the group or suggest something new for our collection!

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!
Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Image reads "Crafting with Gayle" against a quilted background. To the right of the words are pictures of Gayle and various crafts.

Crafting with Gayle

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Crafting with Gayle:

Calling all crafters... Explore the great wide world of crafts with Gayle! Come get social with fellow craft enthusiasts on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month as we lea...

Event Details:

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!Space and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? E-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all crafters...

Explore the great wide world of crafts with Gayle!

Come get social with fellow craft enthusiasts on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month as we learn new techniques and work on fun new projects. We'll have a crafty good time!

From acrylics to wreath making, there are endless crafts to explore!

  • Button crafts
  • Clock making
  • Decoupage
  • Jewelry making
  • Leatherworking
  • Painting
  • Paper crafts
  • Scrapbooking
  • Thread crafts
    (crochet, embroidery, quilting, sewing, weaving, and more!)
  • Upcycled crafts
  • Wire projects
  • Wood crafts & woodburning
  • Wreath making

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!
Space and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? E-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Image reads "Financial Education with Park Community Credit Union" against a blue background. To the left of the title are a stack of dollar bills and a piggy bank with coins being dropped in. To the right of the title are two credit cards and a shield with a $ on the front.

Financial Education with Park Community Credit Union

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Adult Learning & Lectures, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Event Details:

Get smart with your money... 💡 Whether you’re looking to save, budget, or buy a home, Park Community Credit Union’s experts are coming to BCPL to help you navigate the ins and o...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Business & Finance
Event Details:

Get smart with your money... 💡

Image reads "Crafting with Gayle" against a quilted background. To the right of the words are pictures of Gayle and various crafts.

Crafting with Gayle

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Crafting with Gayle:

Calling all crafters... Explore the great wide world of crafts with Gayle! Come get social with fellow craft enthusiasts on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month as we lea...

Event Details:

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!Space and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? E-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all crafters...

Explore the great wide world of crafts with Gayle!

Come get social with fellow craft enthusiasts on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month as we learn new techniques and work on fun new projects. We'll have a crafty good time!

From acrylics to wreath making, there are endless crafts to explore!

  • Button crafts
  • Clock making
  • Decoupage
  • Jewelry making
  • Leatherworking
  • Painting
  • Paper crafts
  • Scrapbooking
  • Thread crafts
    (crochet, embroidery, quilting, sewing, weaving, and more!)
  • Upcycled crafts
  • Wire projects
  • Wood crafts & woodburning
  • Wreath making

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!
Space and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? E-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

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Active 55+

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Adult Learning & Lectures, Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 55+
Active 55+:

55 is not a speed limit, it's a starting point... Join us on Thursdays to create an active routine and meaningful social interactions. Enjoy games, cards, Wii Bowling, fun craft...

Event Details:

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness, Technology Class
Event Details:

55 is not a speed limit, it's a starting point...

Join us on Thursdays to create an active routine and meaningful social interactions. Enjoy games, cards, Wii Bowling, fun crafts, guest speakers, and more. Plus, discover all sorts of helpful library resources and programs available to you.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Senior Strength Training with Hannah Southard" against an orange to yellow gradient background. A senior woman sitting on an exercise ball and using a resistance band is to the left of the title.

Senior Strength Training

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Central Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Ages 55+
Senior Strength Training:

Get active and stay strong... Join us every week for a full-body strength-training session using resistance bands. This class is specifically designed to help older adults build...

Event Details:

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Haleigh 543-7675 ext. 2558 or e-mail haleigh@...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Get active and stay strong...

Join us every week for a full-body strength-training session using resistance bands. This class is specifically designed to help older adults build and maintain strength for overall health or improved body composition. Instructor Hannah Southard will adjust the workout as needed to accommodate the individual strength levels and requirements of participants.

Please note:

  • Wear clothing that will be comfortable for a light workout.
  • Bottled water will be provided.
  • Before you start any exercise program, it is recommended that you check with your physician.

***
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Originally from Northern Ireland, Hannah Southard came to the United States in 2017 for a tennis coaching internship. She discovered that her passion for fitness expanded beyond tennis, and she became a NASM-certified personal trainer. After moving to Kentucky, she also got certified as a yoga instructor and a precision nutrition coach. Hannah has experience training people of all ages and aims to make fitness fun while creating an enjoyable and sustainable healthy lifestyle for everyone! 

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Gentle Stretch" on a blue sunburst background. A woman is on the side of the image stretching in a chair.

Gentle Stretch

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Gentle Stretch:

Stretch it out... Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all ...

Event Details:

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Keri at 543-7675 ext. 2553 or e-mail keri@bcplib.o...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Coffee Chats" and the O is a coffee cup with conversation bubbles. To the left of the image are coffee beans and dice, and to the right of the image are a newspaper and puzzle pieces.

Coffee Chats

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 2 at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Ages 55+
Coffee Chats:

A whole latte fun... Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, s...

Event Details:

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!Seating and activities will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Contact Haleigh at 543-7675 ext. 2558 or e-mail halei...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Chair Yoga" against a green background. A graphic of a woman using a chair for yoga is beside the title and there are accents in gold throughout the picture.

Chair Yoga

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens
Event Details:

Regular yoga is so intimidating—try chair yoga!Start your week well with "choga" fun and relaxation with certified instructor Sara Stearns of Derby City Yoga.Now you can enjoy a ge...

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Regular yoga is so intimidating—try chair yoga!

Start your week well with "choga" fun and relaxation with certified instructor Sara Stearns of Derby City Yoga.

Image reads "Gentle Stretch" on a blue sunburst background. A woman is on the side of the image stretching in a chair.

Gentle Stretch

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Gentle Stretch:

Stretch it out... Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all ...

Event Details:

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Keri at 543-7675 ext. 2553 or e-mail keri@bcplib.o...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Silent Book Club" against a blue textured background. To the right of the title is a stack of books with two people sitting back to back on top of the stack. Beside the stack of books is a steaming cup of coffee.

Silent Book Club

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sunroom at Nichols Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Silent Book Club - every Tuesday:

Shhh, we're reading... Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers every Tuesday evening. You can socialize your way wi...

Event Details:

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in! Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Samantha at 543-7675 ext. 2560 or e-mail samanth...

Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Sunroom
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Shhh, we're reading...

Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers every Tuesday evening. You can socialize your way with no need to finish a specific book or weigh in on a group discussion.

Psst... We'll set the cozy atmosphere with dimmed lights, calming music, and a selection of warm beverages including coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. To create the ultimate cozy space for yourself, you are welcome to bring a pillow and blanket.

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "The Games People Play" against a blue background. Cards, dice, and mahjong pieces are scattered among the image.

The Games People Play

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room 2 (meeting space divided) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Games & Play, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
The Games People Play:

Let's enjoy the fun and games, together! Join us every Wednesday for good company and a ton of fun. Get together with other game enthusiasts to play a variety of card and tablet...

Event Details:

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 2 (meeting space divided)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Games & Play, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Let's enjoy the fun and games, together!

Join us every Wednesday for good company and a ton of fun. Get together with other game enthusiasts to play a variety of card and tabletop games like American mahjong, Phase 10, Rook, and more. Play your favorites with friends or learn to play something new!

Psst... Don't see one of your favorite games? Bring it with you to share with the group or suggest something new for our collection!

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!
Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Image reads "Art with Instruction" against a purple textured background. To the left of the title is a paintbrush with yellow paint on it. To the right of the title is a picture of artist Angela Porter. Under the title is a pencil and two collage pieces.

Art with Instruction

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Fish Bowl at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Adult Learning & Lectures, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens
Event Details:

Unlock your inner artist as creativity meets expert guidance... Embark on a year-long artistic journey with professional artist Angela Porter on the third Wednesday of each mont...

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Fish Bowl
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unlock your inner artist as creativity meets expert guidance...

Image reads "Gentle Stretch" on a blue sunburst background. A woman is on the side of the image stretching in a chair.

Gentle Stretch

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Lebanon Junction Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Gentle Stretch:

Stretch it out... Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all ...

Event Details:

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Nikki at 543-7675 ext. 2557 or e-mail nikki@b...

Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Active 55+" in a purple box along the bottom of the image. A group of happy seniors take up the top portion of the picture.

Active 55+

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Adult Learning & Lectures, Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 55+
Active 55+:

55 is not a speed limit, it's a starting point... Join us on Thursdays to create an active routine and meaningful social interactions. Enjoy games, cards, Wii Bowling, fun craft...

Event Details:

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness, Technology Class
Event Details:

55 is not a speed limit, it's a starting point...

Join us on Thursdays to create an active routine and meaningful social interactions. Enjoy games, cards, Wii Bowling, fun crafts, guest speakers, and more. Plus, discover all sorts of helpful library resources and programs available to you.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Senior Strength Training with Hannah Southard" against an orange to yellow gradient background. A senior woman sitting on an exercise ball and using a resistance band is to the left of the title.

Senior Strength Training

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Central Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Ages 55+
Senior Strength Training:

Get active and stay strong... Join us every week for a full-body strength-training session using resistance bands. This class is specifically designed to help older adults build...

Event Details:

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Haleigh 543-7675 ext. 2558 or e-mail haleigh@...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Get active and stay strong...

Join us every week for a full-body strength-training session using resistance bands. This class is specifically designed to help older adults build and maintain strength for overall health or improved body composition. Instructor Hannah Southard will adjust the workout as needed to accommodate the individual strength levels and requirements of participants.

Please note:

  • Wear clothing that will be comfortable for a light workout.
  • Bottled water will be provided.
  • Before you start any exercise program, it is recommended that you check with your physician.

***
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Originally from Northern Ireland, Hannah Southard came to the United States in 2017 for a tennis coaching internship. She discovered that her passion for fitness expanded beyond tennis, and she became a NASM-certified personal trainer. After moving to Kentucky, she also got certified as a yoga instructor and a precision nutrition coach. Hannah has experience training people of all ages and aims to make fitness fun while creating an enjoyable and sustainable healthy lifestyle for everyone! 

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Gentle Stretch" on a blue sunburst background. A woman is on the side of the image stretching in a chair.

Gentle Stretch

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Gentle Stretch:

Stretch it out... Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all ...

Event Details:

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Keri at 543-7675 ext. 2553 or e-mail keri@bcplib.o...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Grim Readers" in yellow against a blue/grey gradient background. Under the title is a grim reaper holding a scythe in front of an open book.

Grim Readers

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 2 at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Event Details:

Join us if you dare...Dive into the dark, chilling world of horror fiction on the fourth Thursday of the month! Whether you're a seasoned fan of the macabre or just looking to dip ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us if you dare...

Image reads "Coffee Chats" and the O is a coffee cup with conversation bubbles. To the left of the image are coffee beans and dice, and to the right of the image are a newspaper and puzzle pieces.

Coffee Chats

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 2 at Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Ages 55+
Coffee Chats:

A whole latte fun... Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, s...

Event Details:

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!Seating and activities will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Contact Haleigh at 543-7675 ext. 2558 or e-mail halei...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Ages 55+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A whole latte fun...

Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology.

For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!

CLOSED for Memorial Day

All Day
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site

All locations are closed for the holiday. Best wishes for a safe and fun holiday weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Central Library, Dorothea Stottman Annex, Hillview Branch, Lebanon Junction Branch, Mt. Washington Branch, Nichols Branch, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All locations are closed for the holiday. Best wishes for a safe and fun holiday weekend.

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Gentle Stretch

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Hillview Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Gentle Stretch:

Stretch it out... Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all ...

Event Details:

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Keri at 543-7675 ext. 2553 or e-mail keri@bcplib.o...

Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Silent Book Club" against a blue textured background. To the right of the title is a stack of books with two people sitting back to back on top of the stack. Beside the stack of books is a steaming cup of coffee.

Silent Book Club

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sunroom at Nichols Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Silent Book Club - every Tuesday:

Shhh, we're reading... Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers every Tuesday evening. You can socialize your way wi...

Event Details:

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in! Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Samantha at 543-7675 ext. 2560 or e-mail samanth...

Library Branch: Nichols Branch
Room: Sunroom
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Shhh, we're reading...

Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers every Tuesday evening. You can socialize your way with no need to finish a specific book or weigh in on a group discussion.

Psst... We'll set the cozy atmosphere with dimmed lights, calming music, and a selection of warm beverages including coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. To create the ultimate cozy space for yourself, you are welcome to bring a pillow and blanket.

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!

Image reads "Silent Book Club" against a blue textured background. To the right of the title is a stack of books with two people sitting back to back on top of the stack. Beside the stack of books is a steaming cup of coffee.

Silent Book Club

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Central Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Silent Book Club - 4th Tuesday:

Shhh, we're reading... Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers on the fourth Tuesday of the month. You can socializ...

Event Details:

*Please note, the book club will not meet in December due to the Christmas Eve holiday. For ages 18 and up. Just drop in! Space will be available on a first-come, first-se...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Shhh, we're reading...

Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers on the fourth Tuesday of the month. You can socialize your way with no need to finish a specific book or weigh in on a group discussion.

Psst... We'll set the cozy atmosphere with dimmed lights, calming music, and a selection of warm beverages including coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. To create the ultimate cozy space for yourself, you are welcome to bring a pillow and blanket.

*Please note, the book club will not meet in December due to the Christmas Eve holiday.

Image reads "The Games People Play" against a blue background. Cards, dice, and mahjong pieces are scattered among the image.

The Games People Play

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room 2 (meeting space divided) at Mt. Washington Branch
Program Type:
Games & Play, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
The Games People Play:

Let's enjoy the fun and games, together! Join us every Wednesday for good company and a ton of fun. Get together with other game enthusiasts to play a variety of card and tablet...

Event Details:

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.

Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 2 (meeting space divided)
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Program Type: Games & Play, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Let's enjoy the fun and games, together!

Join us every Wednesday for good company and a ton of fun. Get together with other game enthusiasts to play a variety of card and tabletop games like American mahjong, Phase 10, Rook, and more. Play your favorites with friends or learn to play something new!

Psst... Don't see one of your favorite games? Bring it with you to share with the group or suggest something new for our collection!

For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!
Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org.