Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library Unveils Packed June Program Schedule

The Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, is set to offer a diverse array of adult programs throughout June, catering to a wide range of interests from crafting and literature to technology and mental health. The library’s schedule includes workshops, clubs, and informational sessions designed to engage the community and provide valuable learning opportunities.

The month kicks off with the Chess Club meeting on June 6th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, welcoming players of all ages nine and up, with accommodations for younger participants needing parental supervision. Beginners will receive instruction on the fundamentals of chess. Those interested in genealogy can join the Genealogy Club on June 3rd from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for informal discussions, noting this is the last regular meeting until September, though a dedicated workshop is planned for July. For those seeking a more active start to their week, “Monday Motion Morning Walks” will take place every Monday in June at various local parks, including Renfrew Park, Ed Miller Trail, and Otterbein Community Trail, from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Community members interested in artistic traditions can explore “Appalachian Crafts” on June 30th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, featuring a talk by a park guide from Catoctin Mountain Park on regional heritage skills like blacksmithing and pottery. An adults-only “Color, Pattern, & Place: Learning from Aboriginal Artists” session is scheduled for June 25th from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, offering a creative exploration of Australian Aboriginal art, including dot-based designs. This program requires registration and has a $10 fee. For craft enthusiasts, the “Hooks & Needles” group will meet on June 11th from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM for casual crafting and skill-sharing at Jane’s Tea Room. A whimsical “Fairy Houses Workshop” for adults is also scheduled for June 9th from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, with a $10 registration fee, where participants can design and decorate their own fairy or gnome houses.

For those looking to enhance their digital literacy, a “Computer Class: E-Books How-To” will be held on June 11th from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, demonstrating how to access free e-books, audiobooks, magazines, and other digital content through library services like Hoopla and Overdrive. Participants are encouraged to bring their own devices. Financial literacy is addressed through the “Edward Jones Money Talks” series on June 9th from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, with topics varying monthly.

Literature and philosophical discussion are central to several programs. The “Book Club” will convene on June 26th from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM to discuss Candice Millard’s “Destiny of the Republic.” The “Socrates Cafe” will meet on June 4th and June 18th from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM for thoughtful exchanges on philosophical questions. An “Open Mic Poetry Cafe” is planned for June 18th from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, providing a platform for sharing poetry.

The library is also focusing on well-being and community engagement. A session on “Mental Health Services: What’s Available in Your Community?” will take place on June 24th from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, detailing local mental health support programs. A unique “Library Time Capsule” project will run from June 15th to 18th, inviting all ages to contribute letters and memories for a capsule to be opened in 10 years. For nature enthusiasts, “Good, Bad, Ugly, & Beautiful Insects in the Garden” is scheduled for June 16th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, with a Penn State Extension Master Gardener providing insights into garden insects. Finally, the “Gamesboro Gaming Group” will meet on the first and third Saturdays of June, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, for adults interested in exploring history through strategy board games.

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

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