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Promoting the tradition, music, and local history of the zither instruments, Schwarzer Zither Ensemble of Washington Missouri performs a concert including seasonal and holiday music.

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Thursday, December 4th at 6:00 p.m. Using the Census for Family Research Census records are often the first documents retrieved by family historians. LaDonna Garner will be here to help you learn how to navigate online databases and locate population schedules for genealogy. Adult Registration begins November 17th.

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Friday, December 5th from 5:00-6:30 p.m. Build-a-Stuffie Movie Night Create a new friend and then snuggle up for a holiday film. Family Registration begins Monday, November 17th. Movie Rated G.

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Tuesday, December 16th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Winter Paint Party Create a masterpiece under the guidance of our paint instructor. All supplies provided. Registration begins December 8th.

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Friday, December 19th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Holiday Party First Look “Voices & Votes: Democracy in America” As we head toward the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, Washington Public Library hosts a Smithsonian traveling exhibit that explores the history of American democracy. Join us for the reveal of this exceptional exhibition in a festive holiday atmosphere. Appetizers, desserts, and drinks will be served. Holiday attire encouraged. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. For adults 21 & up. Register December 1st-12th by calling the library at, 636-390-1070.

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Saturday, December 20th-January 30th Voices and Votes: Democracy in America Missouri Humanities is proud to present Voices & Votes: Democracy in America, a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution . This engaging exhibition is part of the Museum on Main Street (MoMS) program, created specifically to serve small cultural institutions and rural communities.

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The Friends of the Library have gifted Washington Public Library 12 Playaway Launchpads for 2-week checkouts. These Initial Launchpads are targeted for the ages of 5+. Made just for little explorers and for circulation. Kids Launchpads are loaded with learning apps, videos, games, and more for hours of interactive learning and play. No download time. No need for Wi-Fi. Access to powerful content is simple as turning on each device – anytime, anywhere. Click Here for a product overview at the vendor’s website. Click Here to place a hold or see what Launchpads are available in the Library’s Missouri Evergreen Catalog. This is a list of the Initial Playaway Launchpads.

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Washington Public Library has a collection of MEternally Reminiscence Kits available for checkout. These kits contain materials for anyone who has been personally diagnosed or is caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other memory issues that can benefit from reminiscence therapy. Reminiscence therapy is a great way to help seniors recall memories, process emotions, and strengthen social bonds. The kits are designed to help them reminisce, connect with their past, and share stories with their peers in a safe, enjoyable setting. This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State. Visit our catalog here to see what kits we offer, and to place a hold.

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