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When you absolutely positively have to know, ask a librarian. – John Ellison
CHURUBUSCO, Ind. – Don’t miss the excitement Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, when officials from the Fort Wayne’s Children Zoo will be present at the Churubusco Public Library to share several of their animals with visitors.
The event will take place at 10 a.m. at the library at 116 Mulberry Street, Churubusco.
There is still plenty of time to catch a summer library band concert.
The Dixielanders will perform at the library on Friday, Aug. 7, from 7-8 p.m. The concert is held rain or shine. If the weather is nice, visitors are asked to bring lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on the lawn.
The Senophaxas will perform at the Churubusco Community Park during the Annual Chamber Picnic in the Park & Merchants vs Firemen Softball Game Saturday, Aug. 22 from 4-6 p.m.
The library’s summer concert series was made possible by a grant from the Whitley County Community Foundation.
For more information on any event call the library at 260-693-6466.
Peabody Public Library lists classes for August
Following are the classes being held at the PEabody Public Library, S.R. 205, Columbia CIty:
PPL ADULT DEPARTMENT
Needle Tatting
Monday, August 3
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique $11 fee for
first time participation only.
Registration is required.
T-Shirt Transfers With Microsoft Publisher
Tuesday, August 4
2-4 PM
Learn how to use Microsoft Publisher to design and
print your own iron-on transfers. The class is free
but sign up is required and limited to 10.
Button Necklace with a Twist
Wednesday, August 5 6-8 PM
Bring your own buttons, wire and chain or get the kit.
A supply list can be picked up at the Circulation Desk
when you register for this class.
Summer Sounds of the City
Saturday, August 8
6:00 PM
Join us on the courthouse square for the
jazz sounds of Catbox. This is a free program.
Needle Tatting
Monday, August 10
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique $11 fee for
first time participation only.
Registration required.
Basic Computers
Tuesday, August 11
2-4 PM
This class is for the complete novice. We will learn parts
of the computer, how to use the mouse and
have fun learning. You MUST register for this class.
BYOBeads
Wednesday, August 12
1-8 PM
Enjoy the company of other people who have
caught the beading bug! Stop in any time. An
instructor will be available to assist if you have questions.
No registration is required.
One Stroke Painting
Wednesday, August 12
6-8 PM
A painting on canvas is the today’s project.
Cost of this class is $35.
Quilting with Chloe
Thursday, August 13
5:30 * 8 PM
Supply list is available at circulation desk or
A kit may be purchased for $10. Registration
Is required.
Needle Tatting
Monday, August 17
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique.
$11 fee for first time participation only.
Registration is required.
Modern/Classics Book Club
Tuesday, August 18
Noon
This month’s selection is “Airport” by
Arthur Hailey. This is a free program.
Basic Microsoft Word
Tuesday, August 18
2-4 PM
Learn how to use this popular word processing
program. You MUST be able to use the mouse.
Registration is required.
One Stroke Painting
Saturday, August 19 5 PM
A decorated salad oil bottle is the project for today.
Cost of this class is $25.00 and
registration is required.
Just the Facts Book Club
Thursday, August 20
5:30 PM
This month’s selection is “The Sweet
Potato Queens’ Book of Love”. This
is a free program.
Summer Sounds of the City
Saturday, August 22
6:00 PM
Rock to the sounds of the 1960s and
1970s with Deuce on the courthouse
square. This is a free program.
Needle Tatting
Monday, August 24
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique.
$11 fee for first time participation only.
Registration is required.
Brown Bag Best Sellers
Tuesday, August 25
12:10 PM
This month’s selection is “Crocodile on the Sandbank”
by Elizabeth Peters. This is a free program.
PowerPoint Presentations
Tuesday, August 25
3-4 PM
Learn how to produce a PowerPoint slide show.
You MUST be able to use the mouse and have
a working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
Space is limited to 10 participants.
You must register for this class.
Quilting with Chloe
Thursday, August 27
5:30 * 8 PM
A supply list is available at the circulation desk
or a kit may be purchased for $10.
Registration is required.
Needle Tatting
Monday, August 31
5:30 PM
Learn to create beautiful lace patterns
using the needle technique.
$11 fee for first time participation only.
Registration is required.
Best Sellers Readers Book Club
Monday, August 31
6 PM
This month’s selection is “Crocodile on the Sandbank”
by Elizabeth Peters. This is a free program.
CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT
Craft Saturday, August 8 — Come enjoy creating a garden of weavin’. Make a big,
bold sunflower made with yarn and paper plates. Fun for all ages. Free craft.
Come anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM. All ages are welcome.
Racing Back to School, Tuesday, August 11 — 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Race
back to school by competing in unique relay races. Learn cup stacking, book
stacking, and other relay races. All students Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Preschool Story Time meets at Tuesday, August 25, at 10:30 AM and Thursday,
August 27, at 4:00 PM. Story Time theme for August 25 and 27 is Moo-Who.
Toddler Time meets in the Children’s Department at 10:30 AM on Tuesday August 25. This easy-going group is designed for mothers and their children under age three.
Play Date is Friday, August 28, at 10:30 AM for parents and kids to come meet up with friends in a welcoming atmosphere complete with toys the kids will enjoy.
Joni Walker Art Classes - Thursdays, August 13 and August 27 at 4:00 PM. Sign up at the Children’s Services Desk, call the Children’s Department, or register online. Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials. Ages 5
and up. Limit 30 students.
For more information on any program, call PPL at (260)244-5541.
