Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice
logical thinking skills? The library’s Chess Club meets at 3:00 p.m. on Fridays
and is open to all-ages. Chess boards
are provided and library materials are available for further learning. The game
of chess has many benefits, but most importantly it is a wonderful way to
exercise your brain. While identifying chess positions for your strategic moves
across the board, you are not only exercising both sides of your brain but also
promoting brain growth and raising your IQ. A chess match requires quick thinking
and problem-solving and also can spark creativity. Chess is great game to
optimize memory and improve reading skills. This game can also stimulate deep
concentration and calm, helping to center and relax your brain. It is a great
way to relieve anxieties or recover from a stroke. Come out and learn to play,
or increase your skill level at this table-top classic.
Youth services specialist, Molly Dawes, has developed a new
program, Molly’s Activities and Random Shenanigans (MARS), in relation to this
year’s summer reading theme: “A Universe of Stories.” These pop-up events are a fun time to explore
new things and be creative! So far this summer, Molly has introduced bubble
painting and sand art. Rock painting is planned for the next random meet-up
(sometime on Tuesday or Wednesday).
Follow the library on Facebook for details on MARS adventures!
Dates to remember in July: The library will be closed on July 4 to
celebrate Independence Day and again on July 6 for Christmas in July. Visit the
library tent at the festival to learn more about the library in your community
and meet your friendly librarians!
Children’s Programs
·
ABC
Storytime, All Ages, Saturdays, 11 a.m. Join us for Alphabet Adventures
with stories, art, and music.
·
Chess
Club, All Ages, Fridays, 3 p.m. Improve your skills with this table top
classic.
·
MARS, All
Ages, Tuesdays or Wednesdays, Time TBA. Join Miss Molly for crafts,
learning, and fun! Follow Ashe County
Public Library on Facebook for details.
·
Aesop’s
Fables by Bright Star Touring Theater, July 18, 10 a.m. Please come early
to claim a ticket for the show, as seating is limited.
The Summer Buzz: Teen Summer Learning
Program (ages 12-18)
·
Dance Class
with a Professional Choreographer, June 25, 4 p.m. Learn a dance to Michael
Jackson’s “Thriller”.
·
Writing
Precisely & Using Imagery with KB Ballentine, July 9, 4 p.m. A
published poet leads this session and provides critiques of attendees’ work.
·
Library
Spelling Bee, July 20, 11 a.m. Challenge yourself and your friends to a
battle of words!
·
Happy
Birthday, Harry Potter Tea Party, July 30, 4 p.m. A local tea etiquette
specialist hosts this party and imparts hints for dining elegantly.
Adult
Programs
·
Book a
Librarian, call the library to schedule an appointment. For all your
tech troubles, book an appointment with our friendly librarians.
Call 336.846.2041 x227.
·
Yoga Club,
Mondays, 5:30 p.m. Make friends, have fun, and get fit.
·
Vickie’s
Book Club, July 16, 1 p.m. Discuss The
Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin.
·
Brouhaha
Book Club, July 29, 5:30 p.m. Come as you are, and read what you want. This
book club meets at Boondocks Brewing.
All Ages
·
ASU
Family Science, July 11, 2 p.m. Join ASU for cool experiments and loads of
fun in the library.
·
Get
Crafty, July 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. All skill levels welcome, materials are
provided. This month’s session will meet at Museum of Ashe County History.
·
Community Drum Circle, July 11 & 25, 5:30 p.m. Join
the celebration of drums, exploring the soul and spirit of music!
·
Mountain Music Molasses Jam, July 6, 3-4 p.m. At Christmas
in July.
·
Mountain
Music Molasses Jam, July 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. At the Museum of Ashe County
History.
·
Mountain
Music Molasses Jam, July 27. At the Ashe County Fiddlers Convention.
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