Between September 2020 — April 2022, Michael Jesberger presented a series of Virtual Local Revolutionary and Civil War Programs for our Adult patrons.

On Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at 3 PM on the lawn of the Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity, patrons of all ages gathered for guidance by author/artist/environmentalist Kate Brandes. We conversed about various ways to nature journal: writing, drawing, leaf-rubbing, etc.. As we perched by one of the library’s partially landscaped patches, Brandes passed milkweed pods and plants around, and she taught everyone about milkweed’s history and the ecological importance of native plants. She showed examples before we tried it on our own; with library-supplied journals and colored pencils, patrons explored the library grounds, which contain a number of non-native tree and flower species. Finally, and most significantly, we regathered to discuss the experience: what we observed, what we felt, and what we discovered. We explored questions like “What can nature teach us? How do you think nature journaling and ‘looking closely’ relate to sustainability and living as ‘low-waste’ as possible? What ideas from today most resonated with you?” Attendees then got to take home a beautiful pollinator plant container garden

Kutztown Community Library is located in a homogenous area. To embrace and discover the diversity beyond our borders, we host adult programs each month featuring a nationality, race, religion, or identity.

Learning new skills, especially digital ones, can be exciting and intimidating. That’s why
Abington Township Public Library (ATPL-) teamed up with AARP Foundation, Older
Adults Technology Services (OATS), and its flagship program, Senior Planet, to provide the
Digital Skills Ready@50+™ program in our community beginning July 2022 through 2023. Senior Planet
instructors will teach lectures, hands-on workshops, or multi-week sessions remotely to older
adult learners. Classes will be hosted at the Abington Free Library.

This course was a digital course. All members of the program who signed up were sent digital copies of the Curriculum (which included recipes that were not prepared in the classes for further practice). The idea behind the course was to teach about various traditional african cooking traditions and diets. The program was designed based on evdience based, peer reviewed studies, and shown to increase the intake of vegetables, fruit, and greens as well as have a beneficial effect on blood pressure. This combination of health benefit and learning about other flavors and traditions made it a very interesting program to our patrons. It met 6 times, each instance covering a different topic and cooking a different recipe from the handbook. The handbook also has additional info and recipes. Many of the participants then became more interested in various African cooking (asking for restaurant recommendations and the like) from the area.

Rainbow Connections is a program for LGBTQ+ Children. Different instances of the event will have different themes, and sometimes guest speakers. It has become a place for children under teenage to gather with other LGBTQ+ people and discuss issues as well as hang out. Often, a book is read which leads to a discussion. Community members had mentioned it to us as a program their LGBTQ kiddos were interested in and we came to learn we are one of a very few programs of its type in the country. We sometimes have kiddos joining us from the West Coast. Often, in programming, focus is put on LGBTQ teens or on bringing LGBTQ speakers and performers for children. We thought it could fill a much needed gap to create a safe space for LGBTQ younger folks to meet and hang out with others. This program is run by the children’s department and a local community member.

Puzzle through an online experience with William Jeanes Memorial Library! The Euphorigen Investigation is an online escape room that immerses players in a world of manipulated media, social media bots, deepfakes and other forms of deception. For years a supplement called “Euphorigen” has been used by the very wealthy to boost brain activity and productivity. Now the Government wants to make the benefits of Euphorigen available to everyone by introducing it into the public water supply. The company that makes Euphorigen claims to have completed successful trials, and an announcement of the deal is expected shortly. But your investigator friend has suspicions, and has heard that a prominent scientist has recorded a statement on whether or not the company’s claims are to be believed. She’s asked you to help find and share that information with the public. You have under an hour to track down whatever information you can on Euphorigen to uncover the truth, and spread the word! This escape room was developed by the University of Washington as a research project. Participants need to be 14 years of age or older, and will need to consent to allowing the UW to record the game and to complete a brief survey about the experience. To play Euphorigen, you will need access to a computer or laptop with camera and microphone, internet connection capable of using Zoom, and one of the following internet browsers: Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. https://jeaneslibrary.org/event/the-euphorigen-investigation-an-online-escape-room-zoom-4/

Join the library for a virtual talk that gives new meaning to “click and drag”! In this special presentation for Pride Month, Dr. Veronica Bleaus will speak about the practice of Diva Worship in the LGBTQ community. Why do Divas hold such importance? How do Divas influence drag performance? And what makes their legacy so endearing and exciting? All will be revealed, and you may even learn the secrets to becoming a Diva yourself. So touch up that face, strike a pose, and let Veronica lead the way — It’s time to walk the path of utter fabulousness!

This class offers yoga postures and gentle breathwork with a special focus on increased flexibility, strength, balance, and guided relaxation. Everyone should experience a felt sense of joy in their day, so make the journey with us to a better, stronger, more flexible you!

Registered Dietitian Carla DeJesus will lead a short and informal chat that will show us the way to make small changes for big results –one forkful at a time! Ms. DeJesus will review diabetes basics, lessons on carb counting and goal setting, and tutorials on new technology for checking blood glucose. We want you to put your best fork forward with us for an afternoon dedicated to good nutrition, good food, and good health! Healthy refreshments will be provided.