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**Marked programs were made possible through the “American Rescue Plan: Humanities Grant for Libraries.”
Tues. 5/3 at 6pm “Adult Craft: Birdhouse Craft Paint Night
(in-person)
Come paint and decorate a birdhouse for your garden using acrylics. Limited to 6.
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Thurs. 5/5 at 6pm FOLIO Meeting
(Virtual)
The Friends of the Library in Oxford is devoted to providing supplementary programs, services, and equipment to increase the scope and effectiveness of the Oxford Public Library and to raise funds.
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Sat. 5/7 at 2pm “Etsy 101 with Kate Hellman”
(Virtual)
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This program is ideal for those who have rarely or never used Etsy to sell their crafts or goods, but want to learn about setting up their own shop. Second in a series sponsored by the Friends of the Library in Oxford.
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**Tues. 5/10 at 6pm “Storyworthy : Engage, Teach, Persuade, And Change Your Life Through The Power Of Storytelling by Matthew Dicks”
(Virtual)
On a first date or job interview, in a sales presentation or therapy appointment, with family or friends, we are constantly narrating events and interpreting emotions and actions. In so doing, we make choices about what to emphasize and what to leave out. We frame and explain in order to amuse, rationalize, or just plain vent. The author, acclaimed for his storytelling on stages, the radio, and in novels including Memoirs of an Imaginary Friend, is also an award-winning teacher. His wonderfully straightforward and engaging tips and techniques for constructing, telling, and polishing any story show that anyone can learn to be an appealing storyteller; that everyone has something story worthy to express; and, perhaps most importantly, that the act of creating and telling a tale is a powerful way of understanding and enhancing one’s own life.
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Thurs. 5/12 from 9am to 6pm FOLIO Book and Bake Sale
Come in to find some great books and audiobooks bargains, or some sweet or savory baked treats during this fundraiser by the Friends of the Library in Oxford!
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Thurs. 5/12 at 6pm “Vegetable Garden Planting Guide with Miss Dawn”
(Virtual)
Come learn about best practices, resources, and hints and tips for creating the crops you want to eat from your backyard!
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Sat. 5/14 at 1:30pm “Online Safety Tech Class with Mike Ingber”
(In-person)
First of 3 tech classes this Spring, with a focus on cybersecurity and staying safe online with instructor Mike Ingber.
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Wed. 5/18 at 7pm Library Board of Directors Meeting
(In-person/virtual hybrid)
Open to the public.
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Thurs. 5/19 at 6pm “Fiction Book Club: The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan”
(In-person/virtual hybrid)
Anthony Peardew is the Keeper of Lost Things and has sought consolation from the long-ago loss of his fiancée by lovingly rescuing lost objects—the things others have dropped, misplaced, or accidently left behind. Realizing that he’s running out of time, he leaves his beautiful house and all the collected treasures to his unsuspecting assistant, Laura, the one person he trusts to fulfill his legacy. But when she moves into his lovely old Victorian mansion, her life suddenly begins to change. Anthony’s final wishes set in motion a most serendipitous series of encounters as Laura sets out to realize Anthony’s last wish: reuniting his cherished lost objects with their owners. * * *
Sat. 5/21 at 1:30pm “Google Drive and Sharing Files Online Tech Class with Mike Ingber”
(In-person)
Focusing on safely sharing files online using programs like Google Drive with instructor Mike Ingber.
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Tues. 5/24 at 6pm “Adult Craft: Salt Scrubs”
(in-person)
Miss Dawn will lead you into making a scented salt bath scrub. Limited to 10.
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Thurs. 5/26 at 6pm Libby E-books and Audiobooks
(Virtual)
Miss Dawn will update you on new features in the Libby app to find and download ebooks and audiobooks using your library card.