COMMUNITY EVENTS

Friends of the Library Bookstore

The Friends of the Library Bookstore — located in Siloam Springs Public Library — has a great assortment of gently used books, CDs, DVDs, audio books — most priced under $2. Featured is a group of Christmas-themed items, a large selection of children’s books, and a collection of vintage books, which would make wonderful gifts.

Signs in the library will guide patrons to the bookstore area. Friends of the Library uses all proceeds from the store to benefit the library, especially the children’s programming. Donations of gently used books and electronic media are always welcomed.

Fundraiser breakfast/ band

The Siloam Springs Senior Activity and Wellness Center will host a weekly fundraiser breakfast from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. every Friday at the center, located at 750 Heritage Court. The fundraiser is open to all ages. The center will also host the OK Country Band at 1 p.m. the first Thursday of every month. The performance is free and open to anyone.

Manna Center Thrift Store

The Manna Center Thrift Store is now accepting credit and debit cards for purchases of $10 or more to make it easier for customers to shop. The store is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Customers can like the thrift store on Facebook or stop by and see what the dollar item is for the week. Anything over a month old is half price. The Manna Center is located at 670 Heritage Court, behind the Senior Activity and Wellness Center on Tulsa Street.

Friends of the Library Bookstore

The Friends of the Library Bookstore — located in the new Siloam Springs Public Library — features a large selection of used paperback and hardback books, CDs and DVDs at very low prices, most ranging from 50 cents to $3. All proceeds will be used to benefit the children’s summer reading program and other library needs. The bookstore depends on donations — especially of recent publications in good condition. Friends of the Library also desires new members who would like to further its mission through payment of dues, volunteering, or fund-raising. Information about membership is available at the library.

Tailwaggers seeking volunteers, donations

Tailwaggers is seeking volunteers to walk dogs and socialize cats at the city animal shelter. They are also in need of donations of chewies, rawhides, cat toys and dog harnesses for the animal shelter. Donations can be dropped off at the animal shelter located at 1300 East Ashley St. Call 238-3612 for more information.

Yoga classes

Bridges to Wellness and the Siloam Springs Parks and Recreation Department are sponsoring Yoga classes. Classes will be 5:30-6:30 p.m. Monday nights at the Arvest Community Room across the street from 28 Springs. The cost for classes is $3.

Coffee with the Commander

American Legion Post 29 in Siloam Springs announces a re-start of ‘Coffee with the Commander.’ This program is designed to familiarize local veterans with the programs of The American Legion and the activities of the local Post. Its members also want to learn if any of its programs need refinement by receiving input from nonmembers of the Post.

The informal meeting will take place from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. each Saturday in the basement of the Community Building. Anyone who has “put the Uniform on” and served on active duty is invited. All subjects are open for discussion except politics and religion.

To the local veterans, “We speak your language.”

CrossTraining

CrossTraining is held at 3DPT from 5:30 a.m. to 6:45 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The group shares in scripture, prays and then has a 45- to 60-minute workout. The class is free but voluntary donations can be made to help support the cost of utilities and equipment. For more information, contact Johnny Pittman at 479-220-1967.

Kansas Public Library

The Kansas Public Library has lots of activities to enjoy. The library has a new “Freegal Music Service” that offers over 10,000 music labels from 65 countries. A library patron in good standing may download three songs a week for free from https:// eodls.freegalmusic.com. Refreshments will be provided. For more news and updates visit the Kansas Public Li-