Adults

Plan to visit the Manchester Library on Saturday, May 18 at 11:00 a.m. to hear local musician Roy Carpenter perform a collection of original and classic "work tunes" from the railroad, crossroads and jailhouse. Roy's performance includes guitar, dobro guitar, voice and harmonica.

All Adams County Public Library locations will be closed on Tuesday, April 9 for a staff in-service day. Thank you for your patience. Any items due April 9 will be treated as due on April 10. Even when we are closed, you can return any item in our book drop, or use free WiFi at each library location. Normal hours will resume on April 10.

The Adams County Public Library offers free community activities, classes, and events for people of all ages and interests. Plan to join us for one of these free events, coming up during the next two weeks.

Herb Workshop April 10, 5 pm Manchester Library	Learn Cake Decorating April 10, 5 pm      Peebles Library
Teen Art Class April 4, 10:30 am West Union Library	Computer Classes April 8 & 10, 5:30-8:30 pm West Union Library

April 3, 10:30 am – Tot’s Time with Sherry at the Peebles Library
             10:30 am – Family Nutrition Program at the Peebles Library. Marsha McCormick discusses how you can add calcium-rich foods to your diet, to support complete nutrition. Sample recipes, receive door prizes in this free event.

April 4, 10:30 am – Story Time with Tara at the West Union Library
             10:30 am – Teen Art Class with Donelle at the West Union Library
 

April 8, 10:30 am – Story Time with Adam at the Manchester Library
              5:30 pm – Computer Class Part I at the West Union Library. A comprehensive, beginner’s introduction to using computers and searching the  Internet in two parts. Call 937-544-2591 to register.

April 9, Closed – All Adams County Public Libraries will be closed for a staff in-service day. All items due on April 9 will be treated as due on April 10.

April 10, 10:30 am – Tot’s Time with Sherry at the Peebles Public Library
                5:00 pm – Beginning Cake Decorating at the Peebles Library. Call in advance to register for this free, hands-on class. Learn cake planning and decorating techniques, and practice on your own mini-creation.
                5:00 pm – Herb Workshop at the Manchester Library. Learn everything you need to know to prepare for herb planting this spring, including planting techniques for the most popular herbs, strategies for harvesting and preserving, taste samples, and more.
                5:30 pm – Computer Class Part II at the West Union Library. A comprehensive, beginner’s introduction to using computers and searching the  Internet in two parts. Call 937-544-2591 to register.

All Adams County Public Library locations will be closed all day Tuesday, April 9, for a staff in-service day. Any items due on April 9 will be treated as due on April 10.

Herb Workshop at the Manchester Library, with Cindy Cates

Learn Cake Decorating for Beginners at the Peebles Public Library. On April 10, at 5:00 pm, we'll learn the best techniques for creating a beautiful decorated cake, selecting icing, and matching your ingredients and techniques to your desired result. Plan to dive in hands-on, and practice decorating techniques on your own mini cake.

Choose Low-Fat Milk
Join us for the next family nutrition program as we focus on the benefits of low-fat milk.
 

Date: Monday, April 29, 2013
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Place: The Manchester Public Library
 

Choose Low-Fat Milk
Join us for the next family nutrition program as we focus on the benefits of low-fat milk.
 

Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Place: Peebles Public Library
 

Learn Time Saving Meal Preparation Tips at the Peebles Library on Monday, March 25 at 4:00 pm. Join Cynthia M. Brown, Executive Director of Hope Springs Institute and a 26-year culinary professional, to learn how you can save time preparing healthy meals for yourself and your family. We'll demonstrate techniques, and taste samples.

Learn about Healthy Snacks at the Peebles Library on March 21, at 10:30 am! Join Cynthia Brown, Executive Director of Hope Springs Instititue and a 26-year culinary professional, for an informative hour learning recipes for quick, healthy snacks. Taste samples, and take home recipes to try with your family and friends!