1959, The Year Everything Changed

Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009 - 3:30-5 pm - Come to the library during ShenFest to hear a discussion on the new book "1959, The Year Everything Changed" by Fred Kaplan. The panel includes Brenda (Fauss) Brummel, Bill Hovenden, and Leon Nicholls, moderated by Sandy Overbey, and will be held in the library auditorium. The public is invited to join with memories and commentary.

Storytime Friday morning

Miss Liz is back in business for the new school year with her monthly preschool storytimes. On Friday, Sept. 18 at 10 am, she invites children (and their parents) to come enjoy reading and fun activities in the Story Garden.

Harley Greenwalt's memories - listen online!

The Shenandoah Public Library would like to congratulate Harley Greenwalt on being named Grand Marshal of this year's ShenFest Parade. We would also like to thank him for sharing his memories of the 1930's with us earlier this summer. If you'd like to hear a clip of one of the stories Harley shared, you can visit our Oral History Audio page by clicking on the link in this article or by going to the Oral History page and clicking on the link at the top of that page.

Books Sandwiched In and Must-See Movie

This Thursday the library has a great double feature. Books Sandwiched In starts at noon, and will feature Bill Overbey sharing a book of poetry he enjoyed. Then, stick around, because at one o'clock it's our Must-See Movie - this time it's Gregory Peck coming to our big screen in the timeless classic To Kill a Mockingbird. The show is free, and we'll even throw in free popcorn!

Are You Game? is back!

This Wednesday, September 16, 2009, the library will hold its first Are You Game? of the fall. Teens (7-12 grade) are invited to the north end of the library from 2-3 to play games, eat snacks and have fun. Are you game?