Waynesboro Library Unveils Diverse June Program Lineup for Adults

The Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, has announced an extensive schedule of adult programs for June, offering a wide array of activities ranging from traditional crafts and intellectual discussions to digital literacy and personal well-being. The programming aims to engage residents with local history, artistic expression, technological skills, and community resources, with many events requiring advance registration.

Throughout June, the library will host several workshops and clubs designed to foster creativity and learning. Park Guide Kinley Cook from Catoctin Mountain Park is scheduled to present on Appalachian crafts, including blacksmithing, pottery, broom making, and woodcarving, on June 30 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Participants will learn about the historical significance of these crafts in the region and how current park rangers are preserving these heritage skills. On June 25, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, an art session titled “Color, Pattern, & Place: Learning from Aboriginal Artists” will explore the artistic traditions of Australia’s First Peoples, with a focus on techniques inspired by artists Emily Kame Kngwarreye and Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri. This adults-only workshop costs $10 per person and requires registration, during which participants will create their own dot-based artwork. For those interested in digital skills, a computer class on June 11 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM will provide an introduction to accessing e-books, e-audiobooks, magazines, TV shows, movies, and music for free through library services like Hoopla and Overdrive (Libby app). Attendees are encouraged to bring their own devices, though laptops will be available.

The library is also offering opportunities for community and intellectual engagement. The Book Club will meet on June 26 at 1:30 PM to discuss “Destiny of the Republic” by Candice Millard, with copies available at the library’s front desk. Chess enthusiasts can join the Chess Club on June 6 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM; this club is open to ages 9 and up, with younger players requiring parental accompaniment. The club leader will provide instruction for beginners. For those interested in genealogy, the Genealogy Club will hold its final regular meeting on June 3 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM before a summer break, with a “Getting Started in Genealogy Workshop” planned for July 9. The Socrates Cafe, a philosophical discussion group, will convene on June 4 and June 18 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. Additionally, the “Gamesboro Gaming Group,” focused on exploring history through strategy board games, will meet on the first and third Saturdays of the month, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. For crafters, the “Hooks & Needles” group meets on June 11 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, providing a space for individuals to work on their projects and share skills. The library is also facilitating the creation of a Time Capsule, with drop-in letter-writing stations available from June 15-18, July 6-10, and August 3-7, for items to be sealed and stored for a decade.

Mental health and wellness are also addressed in the June programming. On June 24 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, a session will provide information on mental health services available in the community, including peer support, housing programs, and the Community Support Program, through the Mental Health Association. Financial literacy is another focus, with “Edward Jones Money Talks” scheduled for June 9 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, featuring financial advisor Frank Pinto discussing a new topic each month, details of which can be found on the library’s website. For those seeking creative outlets, a “Fairy Houses Workshop” will be held on June 9 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, where adults can design and decorate fairy or gnome houses for a $10 fee. An “Open Mic Poetry Cafe” is scheduled for June 18 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, inviting attendees to share poetry or simply enjoy the performances. Finally, the “Monday Motion Morning Walks” program continues throughout June, taking place at various local parks each Monday at 10:30 AM to encourage physical activity.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library

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