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GCPL Photography Contest
GCPL Photography Contest •Open to AMATEUR photographers of all ages •Photos theme: "Where I READ" •Photos must be emailed to jayers@gloucesterva.info •Only ONE photo entry per photographer •Submit photos beginning September 4. Cutoff date October 13. •Winners will be announced on October 31 •Full contest rules at http://www.gloucesterva.info/Portals/0/lib/documents/GCPLPhotoContestRulesAndGuidelines2017.pdf?ver=2017-07-31-115801-110
Find out more »Metalsmithing Mobile
John Latell, Instructor Each student will have time to perfect a hanging mobile made of metal. Tools and guidance from the instructor and plenty of studio time will be available. Poetry, storytelling, animal and insect inspired ideas are encouraged. Small metal shears, anvils, hammers, drill press, forming tools and rivets are provided. Please bring your pliers, work gloves, and eye protection to class. All skill levels are welcome. July 26-August 30 (skip July 16), Wednesdays, 6pm-8:30pm
Find out more »Become a Master Gardener
MASTER GARDENERS are volunteers who assist their local Cooperative Extension Offices in educating the public in general gardening practices as well as the proper use of pesticides and fertilizers. To become a Master Gardener, an individual must complete 50 hours of horticulture instruction and return an equal number of hours (50) as a Master Gardener volunteer. In-Person Course September 5 – November 15, 2017 Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. until noon plus 3 Saturdays VT/UVA HR Center (Oyster Point) 600…
Find out more »Wheel Refresher – July
Doris Hackworth, Instructor This is a short 3 week class for beginner / intermediate wheel throwers who would like to refresh their basic skills and/or learn some new ones in forming and decorating. Class content will be adjusted to the needs and wishes of the participants. Not suitable for absolute beginners.
Find out more »Intro to Hand-Built Pottery
Linda Brent, Instructor Learn the pleasure of building useful objects out of clay with minimal equipment. Pinch, coil, roll and slump are a few of the terms you’ll learn to use with new meanings. It’s amazing what you can do with a ball of clay and not much else. If you have pottery tools bring them to class. This class is all about stress relief with clay! Don't have time for all 5 or 6 weeks? Check out our a-la-carte…
Find out more »Genealogy Help
Who's Your Granddaddy? Genealogy Help Tuesdays (1-5pm) August 8 & 22, September 5 & 19, October 3 & 17 Thursdays (1-5pm) August 10 & 24, September 7 & 21, October 5 & 26 Help will be available in the Virginia Room at the Main Library. Pick up a "beginner chart" or bring information. Assistance provided by the Gloucester Genealogical Society.
Find out more »Book Clubs
Book Clubs Day - Third Tuesdays @ 1pm August 15 - Crimes Against a Book Club by Kathy Cooperman September 19 - The Finisher - David Baldacci October 17 - The End of the Affair by Graham Greene Night - Second Thursdays @ 6:30pm August 10 - The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead September 14 - The Orphan Master's Son by Adam Johnson October 12 - Arcadia by Lauren Groff
Find out more »Senior Safety Fair
The S.A.L.T. (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) Council is teaming up again this year with the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office, the Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office and Riverside Health Systems to present the Senior Safety Fair on September 20. This is a fun day geared toward those who are at or near retirement age. We have a great line up of speakers again this year who will be presenting helpful information specifically geared toward our senior population and keeping them safe! We…
Find out more »She Art Mixed Media
Virginia Coyle, Instructor We will be using a variety of materials to make beautiful she art on canvas. We will explore color, composition, and backgrounds using different materials. Bring any treasures from home that inspire you, to include in your work.
Find out more »Storytime! – Pre-K Story Time
Storytime! Pre-K Story Time Wednesdays @ 10:30am September 13, 20 & 27 October 4, 11, 18 & 25 Stories, rhymes, songs, and a craft help preschoolers grasp the fundamentals of learning to read. Ages 4 - 5. Registration required.
Find out more »Bridge Lessons
Bridge Lessons with Tom Doyle. Improve your play. Different focus each month. Registration required. Beginner Lessons Main Library (1st Wednesdays) August 2 September - off October 4 1pm Intermediate Level Classes Point Branch (3rd Wednesdays) August 16 September 20 October 18 1pm
Find out more »Storytime! – Toddlers on the Loose
Storytime! Toddlers on the Loose Thursdays • Session 1 @ 10:15am • Session 2 @ 11:00am September 14, 21 & 28 October 5, 12, 19 & 26 Stories, songs, rhymes, and fun motor skill development activities! Ages 2 - 3. Registration required.
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