adult service events

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Attention Local Book Clubs!

Do you have a book club? Would you like to be part of the library's Book Club Registry? Sign up to receive information on relevant programs and special events. Call the library to sign up (847.639.4210 x 426).

Instant Book Club

Our Instant Book Club bags are ready to serve you and your book club. The bags contain 12 copies of the title, a discussion guide, and some extras to help your book club run smoothly. Call (847-639-4210) or come to the Info Desk @ the library. You can also check our catalog to see what titles are available by clicking here.

Happy Needlers
Thursday, Feb. 9
7-8:30 pm

Needleworkers-- meet at the library on the second Thursday of each month and connect with other crafters. No registration required.

Arctic Rush Adult Winter Reading
December 12-February 4

For ages 18 and up. Cary cardholders only, please.

Walt Disney World 101
Wednesday, January 25, 7-8 pm

Walt Disney World veteran, Karen Luster, will share tips and ideas for those traveling to Orlando this year. Learn when to go, how to get the best deal, and how to make the most of your time in the parks.

Stop 'N Scrap
Saturday, January 28, 10 am-4 pm

Drop-in, stay an hour or all day: bring a sack lunch if you wish and enjoy time with fellow scrapbookers.

Genealogy Interest Group
Sunday, February 5, 1:30-3 pm

Join our growing genealogy community as we share our experiences and expertise. No registration required.

The Joys of Jello
Wednesday, February 8, 7-8 pm

Celebrate National Jello Week by joining retro cookbook collector Amy Alessio for a fun look at Jello in its early days. She will share some funny photos and give you a taste of yesterday with samples of Jello and Jello pudding. Have a good time learning about this humble treat and take home some great recipes to prepare your own Jello treats at home.

Spice it Up!
Sunday, February 12, 1:30-2:30 pm

Patty and Tom Erd, owners of The Spice House in Evanston, have travelled around the globe purchasing spices for their shop which was featured in Gourmet magazine and recommended by Rachael Ray and Saveur magazine. Learn about spices, their origins and uses. Everyone will receive a spice reference catalog and a gift bag of samples to spice up your cooking!

NextReads Newsletter

Just finished reading a great book? Want to find another? Next Reads is a service that emails you a list of new and upcoming books in the genres of your choice. Sign up and choose the Newletter(s) you'd like to receive with suggestions, from your selected genre(s), of things to read both old and new. There will be a link directly to our online catalog so you can place a hold on something you'd like to borrow. Check you email for confirmation and click on the link to finish the sign up process.Click here to begin.

Homebound Delivery

We are offering a new service to those who are homebound. If you can't come to the library, we can bring the library to you. If you are a Cary Area Library cardholder whose long-term or temporary physical limitations prevent you from visiting the library, you are eligible to use the library's homebound services. So if you are disabled, a senior citizen, or a mom-to-be on bed rest, you may qualify for this service. Call the Adult Services desk at 847.639.4210 ext. 227 for more information.

Photo Policy

The library reserves the right to photograph and videotape program participants. These photos and videos may be used in library publications and publicity, including local access cable. Notify library staff if you do not wish to be photographed.