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Live out your fantasy!  Be chaotic evil or lawful good. Choose to be a barbarian, bard, cleric, druid, fighter, monk, paladin, ranger, rogue, sorcerer, warlock or wizard. Be a dwarf, elf, halfling, human, dragonborn, gnome, half-elf, half-orc, tiefling or choose another race.  Fight monsters!  Find treasure!  Join our expert Dungeon Master and intrepid band of adventurers for an all-new campaign.  Register to get the Zoom link.

Please join us in welcoming New York Time- bestselling author Allison Pataki for a virtual discussion of her sweeping new novel, The Queen's Fortune, about the extraordinary woman who captured Napoleon’s heart, created a dynasty, and changed the course of history.  Copies of the book are available to place on hold through the RCLS catalog, or call the Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3.

Allison Pataki is the New York Times-bestselling author of THE QUEEN'S FORTUNE, THE TRAITOR'S WIFE, THE ACCIDENTAL EMPRESS, SISI: EMPRESS ON HER OWN, WHERE THE LIGHT FALLS, as well as the nonfiction memoir BEAUTY IN THE BROKEN PLACES and two children's books, NELLY TAKES NEW YORK and POPPY TAKES PARIS. Allison's novels have been translated into more than a dozen languages. A former news writer and producer, Allison has written for The New York Times, ABC News, The Huffington Post, USA Today, Fox News and other media outlets. She has appeared on The TODAY Show, Fox & Friends, Good Day New York, Good Day Chicago and MSNBC's Morning Joe.

Allison graduated cum laude from Yale with a bachelor's degree in English, and spent several years in journalism before switching to writing fiction. A member of The Historical Novel Society, Allison lives in New York with her husband and family. To learn more and to connect with Allison, please visit AllisonPataki.com or Twitter @AllisonPataki. 

Please register with a valid email address in order to receive the Zoom link via email prior to the book discussion. 

Music with Mr. Matt: Parent and child can sing, dance and play along to classic favorites and some new exciting fun songs. Available on our children's Facebook page.

Mind Matters for Kids - Join Mr. Matt each week for some simple activities, exercises and games that can help increase presence, focus, and mindfulness. Available on our children's Facebook page weekly.

Have you found yourself wondering how to separate fact from fiction, truth from alt-truth?  Does your instinct tell you to mistrust much of what you read or are told by people who dominate the airwaves and screens?  Does it seem sometimes like one person's data contradicts another person's data, making it impossible to form a decision based on facts? 

Critical thinking is the tool you've been looking for to examine statements and determine their merit.  For centuries, philosophers and scientists have developed a process for evaluating complex issues and reaching a conclusion that fits the facts -- by analyzing the content, recognizing hidden fallacies, paying attention to being manipulated by persuasive choice of language, and more. 

Come to this series on Critical Thinking and re-familiarize yourself with how to carefully dissect statements intended to steer you toward the speaker's a point of view.  Listen to the methodology of critical thinking and practice it in short workshop settings. You'll leave with tools that protect you away from persuasion and toward tight, rational thinking. 

Session 1:  Thursday, September 24:  Purposes, history and basic skills

Session 2:  Thursday, October 1:  Tools and applications

Session 3:  Thursday, October 8:  Fake news and the “as if” factor

It is possible to attend individual sessions, but attendance at all three is strongly encouraged for the most comprehensive understanding.  Please register with an email address and you will receive the Zoom link in advance of the session.  Register for each session individually.

The Amazing Chase:  back by popular demand!  Our second family scavenger hunt is sure to be even more fun than the first.  Form a team with family members and race against other families to complete missions, earn points and claim the trophy.  Fun for all ages; prizes for all!  This is an interactive community game hosted on a private Facebook page, so you'll need an active Facebook page to participate. Register one person per family/team.  Registration begins September 12.

Family Cooking-Recipes From Your Favorite Books: Join Miss Teresa as she shows you how to make some special recipes inspired by your favorite books-Harry Potter, Charlotte's Web, Dr. Seuss, Willy Wonka and more! Costumes encouraged. A list of ingredients will be posted the week before. Available on our children's Facebook page.

Hear some classic stories and rhymes told with flannel pieces.  Register beginning Saturday, September 12th to reserve your own flannel story starter kit, or just watch the videos on our children's Facebook page.

Mindfulness & stress relief in one craft bag!  Register to reserve your craft bag. Then watch our YouTube video for directions. The video will be available beginning on 10/10/20.

Toddler Time:Join Miss Stacy for some stories, songs and movement. Available on our children's Facebook page.