2024 Great Decisions Discussion Series starts in February

Washington Public Library is hosting the 2024 Great Decisions discussion series on Wednesdays @ 1:00 pm in February and March. The first session is Wednesday, February 87 @ 1:00 pm. This is an 8-week course. No registration required. 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. You can find a list of the topics at the Foreign Policy Association’s website.

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Friends Author: Kate Schweit, Nov. 16 @ 6:30pm

Katherine Schweit is an attorney and retired FBI special agent who created and led the FBI’s active shooter program after the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. She worked with the White House to adopt best practices in civilian and law enforcement response to mass shootings. She is the author of Stop the Killing: How to End the Mass Shooting Crisis, and How to Talk about Guns with Anyone. This presentation is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Neighborhood Reads.

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Reindeer Round Up, Dec. 29 @ 10am

Oh, deer! See Santa’s reindeer before they head back to the North Pole! Our enhanced storytime will feature books, songs, and crafts all about Rudolph and his buddies. Dash way, all! Friday, December 29th 10:00-10:30 Storytime 10:30-Noon Visit the animals from “Show Me Reindeer” in our front parking lot. Photo opportunities on the red sleigh! All Ages

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