Events in June 2019
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Summer Reading Program 2019 Registration Starts Summer Reading Program 2019 Registration Starts
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June 1, 2019
This year’s Summer Reading theme is “A Universe of Stories”. It celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing. Using the anniversary as a jumping off point, we invite families and patrons of all ages to explore how far humankind has come since the first Moon landing. Experience a Universe of Stories through our free programs, our collection and our incentivized reading log.
Remeber to stop by VPL's service desk to pick up raffle tickets for the adults and a reading log for kids.
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Tech Studio Evenings of Engagement with Flagship Romance Evenings of Engagement with Flagship Romance
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June 5, 2019
It may be that the famous English art critic Ruskin uttered these words well over a century ago, but they remain relevant today, perfectly describing the life of married couple Shawn Fisher and Jordyn Jackson. As the Truth or Consequences, NM-based ‘Harmonic Alternative Folk’ duo Flagship Romance they live, work, and annually travel tens of thousands of miles together, deeply in love with each other and the process of bringing their emotionally powerful music to the people. It is an inspiring union of hearts, minds and souls that entrances all who encounter them and their art. -
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Sensational & Super Seniors @ your library Sensational & Super Seniors @ your library
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June 12, 2019
Serviceberry, Chokecherry & Wild Rose are beautiful Colorado shrubs. Learn about their history, identify characteristics & where these lovely natives live! Create your own fresh flower vase to take home! Enjoy light refreshments & the company of good Friends.Tech Studio Books 'n' Bites - “The stars are fire” by Anita Shreve Books 'n' Bites - “The stars are fire” by Anita Shreve
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June 12, 2019
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER From the New York Times best-selling author of The Weight of Water and The Pilot’s Wife (an Oprah’s Book Club selection): an exquisitely suspenseful new novel about an extraordinary young woman tested by a catastrophic event and its devastating aftermath–based on the true story of the largest fire in Maine’s history In October 1947, after a summer long drought, fires break out all along the Maine coast from Bar Harbor to Kittery and are soon racing out of control from town to village. Five months pregnant, Grace Holland is left alone to protect her two toddlers when her husband, Gene, joins the volunteer firefighters. Along with her best friend, Rosie, and Rosie’s two young children, Grace watches helplessly as their houses burn to the ground, the flames finally forcing them all into the ocean as a last resort. The women spend the night frantically protecting their children, and in the morning find their lives forever changed: homeless, penniless, awaiting news of their husbands’ fate, and left to face an uncertain future in a town that no longer exists. In the midst of this devastating loss, Grace discovers glorious new freedoms–joys and triumphs she could never have expected her narrow life with Gene could contain–and her spirit soars. And then the unthinkable happens–and Grace’s bravery is tested as never before. -
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Tech Studio Evenings of Engagement with Bettman & Halpin Evenings of Engagement with Bettman & Halpin
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June 19, 2019
Bettman & Halpin play original Folk/Americana. Their concerts combine high-energy upbeat bluegrass/roots inspired compositions, beautiful ballads with soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics, and groovy feel-good songs that audiences will be singing in their heads for weeks thereafter. Interspersed between these songs and instrumentals, they tell stories. They have become as known for their storytelling and playful banter as well as for their hooky whole-hearted songwriting and instrumental wizardry. They have been touring as a duo since 2008, and incorporating a trio and quartet since 2013. -
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Summer Reading Program Family Event - Kids House of Joy with Kaleidoscope Music & Studio Summer Reading Program Family Event - Kids House of Joy with Kaleidoscope Music & Studio
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June 25, 2019
Sing, Shake & Shimmy All Around the Earth! We take the audience on a journey to discover the diversity of music from around the world through European Classical, Broadway, Folk and Bluegrass, Standards, and Childrens’ Music.Exciting, entertaining & educational for the whole family. Songs, dances, flags, instruments, and hand clapping/foot stomping fun. You won’t want to miss this highly interactive program with 3 generations on stage: Joy, Beth, Tristan & Reed! Joy sings and plays piano, accordion, penny whistle, percussion and native flute. Beth plays violin, viola, mandolin, guitar, ukulele and sings lead vocals. Families & Kids of All Ages will enjoy this show!
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Tech Studio Summer Lecture Series Summer Lecture Series
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June 27, 2019Changing Ten Thousand Years of Agriculture - Crops to Roots / Presented by Dr. Tim Crews - Director of Research and Lead Scientist - Ecology Program The Land Institute - Salinas, Kansas
Humans have distributed ecosystems for over 10,000 years with agriculture. Dr. Tim Crews will discuss how the Land Institute is developing new ways to grow crops to sustainably feed the planet.