Events

Welcome to the Slow Burn Book Club! 
We invite all members aged 18 and over to join us on the last Thursday of every month from 6:00-7:30 PM at the Carnegie Library Center.

Ready for spice, thrills, and intrigue? We’ll explore contemporary, buzz-worthy books that feature popular tropes, such as enemies-to-lovers, forbidden romances, unreliable narrators, and hidden secrets. Expect lively discussions that dive deep into themes, characters, and plot twists.

Shield of Sparrows by Deveny Perry

A slow-burn, high-stakes romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros―where enemies become lovers, monsters stalk a cursed realm, and a forgotten princess finds the strength to tear off her crown and become the warrior she was never meant to be.

Join us for Yoga every Friday from 9:30 to 10:30, led by Bayley Thompson, a certified RYT-500 yoga instructor. This session features a traditional yoga flow that is slow and gentle. The Subtle Yoga style emphasizes wellness, resilience, and the regulation of the nervous system.

Everyone is welcome to participate, though the ability to get down to and up from the floor is required.

The Brown Bag Book Club welcomes book enthusiasts to join us on the fourth Monday of every month for animated and thought-provoking discussions. We cover a wide range of popular books in various genres, providing a vibrant and inclusive space for literary exploration and lively debate.

Be prepared to buy the selected works or borrow them from the Library, as supplies are limited and given out at the meetings.

The Engineer's Wife by Tracey Enerson Wood

Emily Roebling refuses to live conventionally—she knows who she is and what she wants, and she's determined to make change. But then her husband asks the unthinkable: give up her dreams to make his possible.

Emily's fight for women's suffrage is put on hold, and her life transformed when her husband Washington Roebling, the Chief Engineer of the Brooklyn Bridge, is injured on the job. Untrained for the task, but under his guidance, she assumes his role, despite stern resistance and overwhelming obstacles. But as the project takes shape under Emily's direction, she wonders whose legacy she is building—hers, or her husband's. As the monument rises, Emily's marriage, principles, and identity threaten to collapse. When the bridge finally stands finished, will she recognize the woman who built it?

Join Beth McCoun every Tuesday at 4:45 PM for chair yoga and discover a gentle yet effective form of exercise that can benefit seniors both physically and mentally. Chair yoga makes yoga accessible to adults with mobility limitations, providing a comfortable alternative to traditional yoga practice. With chair yoga, you can experience the benefits of yoga while seated, eliminating the need for up-and-down movements typically associated with yoga practice.

Ready to turn your ideas into stories? Join the Library’s Writers Group, led by local author Chellie Gaither, and connect with a community of fellow writers! Whether you’re just starting out or polishing a work in progress, you’ll enjoy creative prompts, dedicated writing time, and the chance to share your work (if you’d like!) in a fun, supportive space.

Come early—Chellie will be available from 4:45–5:00 PM to answer questions and share insider tips before the session begins!

Meets in the Study Rooms in the main Library.

Join us for Yoga every Friday from 9:30 to 10:30, led by Bayley Thompson, a certified RYT-500 yoga instructor. This session features a traditional yoga flow that is slow and gentle. The Subtle Yoga style emphasizes wellness, resilience, and the regulation of the nervous system.

Everyone is welcome to participate, though the ability to get down to and up from the floor is required.