Genre Journeys Book Group: Magical Realism

Date: 
Thu, 02/22/2024 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Contact: 
The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 4
Age Group: 
Adult

Magical realism: a style of literary fiction that paints a realistic view of the world while also adding magical elements, often blurring the lines between fantasy and reality.

Join the Library’s new book group and embark on a literary adventure like never before! Each month, we explore a fresh and exciting genre delving into captivating stories that span the literary spectrum. Come share your thoughts and discover your next favorite read with us! This month we take a look at Magical Realism. Browse our display items or choose one of your own! 

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Dive Into Books - Lindsay C. Gibson, "Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents"

Date: 
Wed, 04/03/2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Age Group: 
Adult

Join Elizabeth Mangum, LCSW, a local trauma-informed therapist and parent, for an in-depth exploration into Lindsay C. Gibson's work Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents.  Do you have trouble setting boundaries, expressing your feelings and naming your needs, or building healthy relationships with yourself and others? Are you a parent wanting desperately to break the cycle of dysfunctional relationships?

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Registration Note:
Registration is for all four sessions.

Authors on McFarland, in collaboration with Orange County Audubon Society, presents: Christian Cooper, author of "Better Living Through Birding"

Date: 
Sat, 06/08/2024 - 11:30am to 2:00pm
Contact: 
The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 4
Age Group: 
Adult

Christian Cooper is a New York Times best-selling author with his debut memoir, Better Living Through Birding.  He is also the host of and a consulting producer for National Geographic TV's hit series "Extraordinary Birder with Christian Cooper."  Practically born with a pair of binoculars in his hands, he served as president of the Harvard Ornithological Club in his college days.  Currently, as a vice president of

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Total Eclipse: A Talk with Raj Pandya, Director of the John R. Kirk Planetarium

Date: 
Sat, 02/24/2024 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Contact: 
The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3
Age Group: 
Adult

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. Join Raj Pandya for a preview of the solar eclipse, with information on different types of eclipses, including how and why eclipses occur.

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