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Tuesday, August 19th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Umbrella Art In collaboration with The Homestead at Hickory View we will be making Artbrella’s to raise awareness for the Alzheimer’s Associations. We will provide paint and other art supplies for library littles to decorate a mini-umbrella. During the month of September the umbrellas will hang as an art installation in the Children’s Area. Pick up your Artbrella the first week of October. Ages 5 & Up Registration begins Monday, August 11th.

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Thursday, August 21st at 6:30 p.m. Friends Speaker: “Images and Impressions of India” Les Kemp, Patty & Elmer Kellermann will lead this presentation. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. Adult

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Thursday, August 14th at 6:30 p.m. Friends Author: Dea Hoover “Hermann, Missouri: A Walk Through History” Author talk and book signing sponsored by Friends of the Library and Neighborhood Reads. Adult

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Tuesday, July 29th at 6:30 p.m. Friends Author: Ed Wheatley “From St. Louis To Cooperstown: Legends Born and Made in the Gateway City” Author talk and book signing sponsored by Friends of the Library and Neighborhood Reads. Adult

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Friday, July 25th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Mess Fest Get doused with color as you make your way around the library. Wear white for full impact. The messy mood continues in our closed off parking lot. Ooey gooey fun with shaving cream, playdough, and other messy makers. All Ages

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Washington Public Library will hosts a 8-week Great Decisions discussion series beginning on the 1st Wednesday in August at 1:00 p.m. This session is a repeat of the Winter 2025 Great Decisions program. Great Decisions is developed by the Foreign Policy Association.  The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series, and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. All materials will be provided. Wednesday, August 6, 1pm, Library Meeting Room. Adult.

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Curious About Your Family History? Join us for a free monthly genealogy program series, led by professional genealogists, at Scenic Regional Library’sFranklin County branches and the Washington Public Library from August 2025 through April 2026. Each session will focus on practical research skills using primary sources such as vital records,land and tax records, military documents, and more. PROGRAMS | PRESENTERS

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For an extra challenge and opportunity for extra entries for the grand prize drawing, read a book for every color in the rainbow! Pick up a mini challenge sheet at any of the circulation desks.

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