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Oneonta Public Library Newsletter - November 2023

Schools and Libraries

October 30, 2023

From: Oneonta Public Library

Career Outreach Day

The library has partnered with the Oneonta Career Center to bring a Career Outreach Day to our lobby. Visit anytime between 11am and 4pm on Thursday, November 16th to chat with our Career Center representative about anything relating to job search or professional development!

Book Club

Did you know we have an adult book club where we read monthly picks and have discussions? Ask the front desk for your copy of the next book club read! New members are always welcome :)
 
See our Facebook events page for more details.
 
Craft Kits

We offer free craft kits for all ages to take home! Check our yellow cart to see what's available.

Tuesdays from 10AM-2PM
KNIT KNOTS - KNIT & CROCHET GROUP

Knit Knots teaches anyone who wants to learn how to knit, crochet, or use other needlecraft to create something all your own! All ages welcome.
The group meets every Tuesday from 10am - 2pm in the library board room. Just ask the front desk where to go!

Crochet or knit for charity by helping us make lap blankets for nursing home residents, organized by Positive Maturity of Blount County.
Tax deductible monetary donations are also accepted for those who would like to contribute.

Wednesdays at 10AM
STORY TIME WITH MR. RICKY

Join Mr. Ricky for story time and crafts every Wednesday at 10am!

Thursdays from 4PM-5PM
ESL

The Oneonta Public Library is resuming English as a Second Language Classes every Thursday from 4pm – 5pm. Join us in the Conference Room for classes on how to speak English more fluently.

Thursday the 2nd at 5:30pm
TRIVIA NIGHT

Know a lot of random facts or just like learning about things? Now you can put that skill to use for Trivia Night, where the name of the game is to know (or guess) Lots of Stuff™.

Thursday the 9th at 5pm
Thursday Craft Night

Unleash your inner artist!

We will be hosting a Fall Pumpkin Painting for November!
                                                                                                   
What to Expect:

 - All Skill Levels are welcome, from beginners to experienced artists.

 - We’ll provide everything needed: Canvases, paint, brushes, and guidance.

 - Limited spots are available.                                                                       

Saturday the 11th at 10AM
LEGO CLUB

Stretch the limits of your imagination at LEGO Club! This month’s theme is Space Exploration! Create your own space themed Lego build! All builds will be put on public display for a month!

Thursday the 16th from 11AM to 4PM
CAREER OUTREACH DAY

Visit our lobby anytime between 11am and 4pm to talk with the Oneonta Career Outreach Center about job opportunities, how to apply for jobs matching your unique skills and resume building tips.

Thursday the 16th at 5:30PM
NOVEL DESTINATIONS BOOK CLUB

The Novel Destinations Book Club will meet Thursday, November 16th at 5:30pm to discuss
Carved in Bone by Jefferson Bass.

Want to join one of our book clubs? Ask the front desk for a sign up sheet!

Saturday the 18th at 12PM
Pony Bead Lizard Keychains

Come make some fun Pony Bead Lizard Keychains with us! All supplies will be provided along with step-by-step hands on instructions.
This is a moderately hard craft and not meant for small children.

Suggested ages are 10yrs & up.

Thursday the 30th at 5:30PM
PAGE MASTERS BOOK CLUB

The Page Masters Book Club will meet Thursday, November 30th at 5:30pm to discuss
The Winner by David Baldacci.

Want to join one of our book clubs? Ask the front desk for a sign up sheet!