Wednesday, July 20, 2016

August Friends and Library Programs

Back to School Book Sale
Friday, August 5th, 9-4pm
Saturday, August 6th 9-1pm
The Friends of the Port Orange Library present their annual Back to School Book Sale. Shop early for the best selection! 

Tai Chi @ Your Library
Every Monday starting August 8 - 10am
The August 8th class has been canceled due to instructor illness.  Classes will begin on Monday, August 15, 2016 at 10am.
Join us every Monday as certified fitness instructor Ed Eisler leads us through a relaxing hour of tai chi movements, breathing exercises, and meditation.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Tuesday, August 9 - 2pm
Bring in your sick plants for care-taking tips from the Master Gardeners of the UF-IFAS Volusia County Extension.

Adult Coloring for Relaxation
Friday, August 12 - 10-12am
Coloring isn't just for kids anymore. Supplies will be provided, or feel free to bring your own project! Call 386-322-5152 or stop by the Information Desk to sign up.

Songstress Shannon Rae
Tuesday, August 16 - 2pm
You are invited to a session of smiles and memories. Shannon Rae sings songs that we all remember from the 40s into the 70s. Using a sophisticated Bose sound system, Shannon “wows” you with the depth and strength of her voice, bringing those unforgettable tunes back to your ears once more.

Science Fiction Book Club
Thursday, August 18 - 6pm
This month's book is Barsk: the Elephants' Graveyard by Lawrence M. Schoen.

A Brief History of Wireless
Tuesday, August 23 - 2pm 
Ever wondered about early radio communications? Join us as Allen Bestwick, Historic Interpreter for the Ponce de Leon Lighthouse, discusses the origins of wireless communication in the US, teaches us a little Morse code, and demonstrates the proper technique for tuning into a radio station on your crystal radio set.     

Fascinating Stories from Our National Parks
Friday, August 26 - 2pm
In this hour-long, interactive program, author and performer Penny Musco shares little-known tales from a variety of national parks across the U.S.