Upcoming programs at Phoenixville Public Library

Jul 20, 2023

Phoenixville Public Library will host a decoupage class for adults on Thursday, Sept. 7, at 6:45 PM. Craft instructor Laura Grablutz will lead participants in making a decoupaged vase/candle holder. No painting or artistic skills needed! If you have some favorite tissue paper, bring it along, or pick from a selection that will be available at the workshop. Materials fee is $10.00, payable at the door with cash, PayPal or Venmo. The event is open to the public. Space is limited. Reservations are required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/decoupage-class or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email [email protected] for more information. Phoenixville Public Library is located at 183 Second Ave., Phoenixville.

Phoenixville Public Library will host the AARP Smart Driver 8-Hour Class over two days, Thursday, Sept. 7, and Friday, Sept. 8, from 12:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. each day. The course offers participants an opportunity to learn how to drive more efficiently and safely. The course contains up-to-date information about changes in ourselves, our vehicles and our roads. Participants may qualify to receive a discount on their auto insurance. Please check with your insurance company. Cost is $20.00 for AARP members, and $25.00 for non-members, payable by check or money order at class time. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/aarp-smart-driver or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. For more information, email [email protected].

Phoenixville Public Library will host Ivan Stiles, a member of the Autoharp Hall of Fame, in concert on Monday, Sept. 11, at 6:45 p.m. Ivan Stiles brings a unique blend of traditional to contemporary music in the folk tradition to his audiences. Old-time favorites, traditional ballads, and original songs are skillfully interpreted on the autoharp. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/ivan-stiles or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email [email protected] for more information.

The Phoenix Book Club, Phoenixville Public Library’s virtual book discussion group for adults of all ages, will meet on Zoom on Monday, Sept. 11, at 7 p.m. The group will discuss Colson Whitehead’s bestselling novel, “Harlem Shuffle.” Ray Carney is an upstanding salesman of reasonably-priced furniture, married, second child on the way, living in a cramped apartment across from the railroad tracks. And — Ray Carney descends from uptown hoods and crooks, so — money tight–his cousin occasionally drops off some jewelry of questionable origins. It doesn’t stop there — now the “crew” wants to pull off a major heist. Can Ray avoid getting killed, save his cousin, and grab his share of the big score — and retain his rep? A physical or audiobook copy may be reserved at https://chesp.na.iiivega.com. An eBook or eAudiobook copy may be reserved at https://www.chester.overdrive.com. The public is invited to attend. If you are not already on the Book Club’s email list, registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/harlem-shuffle or by calling 610-933-3013 x132 to receive the Zoom link. Email [email protected] for more information.

Movies on Tap, Phoenixville Public Library’s virtual film discussion group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will meet on Zoom on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at 7:30 p.m.. The group will discuss “Casablanca” (1942, PG). Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman & Paul Henreid star in this classic, Oscar-winning romantic drama about a cynical expatriate American cafe owner who struggles to decide whether or not to help his former lover and her fugitive husband escape the Nazis in French Morocco. Please watch the film independently prior to the discussion. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Email Faith Donaher at [email protected] to receive an invitation to the meeting and for more information.

Phoenixville Public Library will host its next Movie Night for adults on Thursday, Sept. 14, at 6 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments served. More information on the film being shown and required registration are available at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/movie-night or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. For more information, email [email protected].

Do you have a passion for writing? Do you dream of being published? Phoenixville Public Library will host a new, in-person writer’s support group, Words in Progress, beginning Saturday, Sept. 16, from 1 to 3 PM. Patricia Conroy will be the moderator. A writer’s support group can bring your skills to the next level. The group will gather together once a month to share writing, with an opportunity to receive gentle, constructive feedback, all in a supportive, joyful environment. All genres and all writing levels welcome. Beginners are especially encouraged to join. Registration for the Sept. 16, session is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/words-in-progress or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email [email protected] for more information.

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