Community Calendar

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Phoenixville Public Library

Library Info: 183 Second Ave., www.phoenixvillelibrary.org, 610-933-3013 ext. 132. Reservations for events/programs can be made online or by calling the library.

Teen Writing Group: Mondays from 4 to 5 p.m. For students ages 12 to 18 by students ages 12 to 18. Drop in; no registration required. Students are welcome at this after-school writing group. The group will gather to share creative writing tips, respond to writing exercises and prompts and just show up to write. Bring something you’ve already begun and want to finish or get started on a new writing project. No previous writing experience is necessary; all writing genres and styles are welcome. The idea is to create a creative, supportive community for young writers. For more information, contact the facilitator, Sara Chodak, at sarachodak@gmail.com. Phoenix Fiction Writers: Adult writers of fiction invited to attend twice monthly meetings of the Phoenix Fiction Writers at the library. Free. Group meets second Thursday and third Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the library’s Harrop Room. Led by Eric Parmer, offering local writers education, empowerment and constructive criticism. Writers ask questions about the writing process, read work out loud and receive/offer input on material read. Free and open to public. To submit writing samples or for more information, contact Eric Parmer at edparmer@gmail.com.

Legal Outreach Clinic: A free legal clinic will be offered at Phoenixville Public Library on the first Thursday of the month from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Ian J. Michener, Esq. of Rick Linn, LLC offers this Phoenixville Legal Outreach Clinic, providing information, counseling, and advocacy in various areas of law, including family law, trusts & estates, criminal defense, landlord-tenant law, and legal issues facing small businesses. Attendees receive a free 20-minute consultation with an attorney, who will provide counseling and access to legal resources as needed. Consultations are provided on a first-come, first served basis. For more information, call 610933-3013 x132 or email mpinto@ ccls.org.

ESL Conversation Group: new weekly group on Saturdays from noon to 1:30 p.m. Group facilitated by John Argeseanu and open to ESL students and tutors and anyone in the community looking to improve/practice their English. Free and open to public. For more info, email johnargeseanu@gmail.com.

Mobile Workforce Navigator: Your guide to resources available to unemployed and underemployed job seekers through the PA CareerLink and the United Way Financial Stability Center of Chester County, is available for free, walk-in appointments each Wednesday from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., immediately following the weekly meeting of the Library’s Career Success Group. Call for more info.

Math 24 Club: Mondays from 5 to 5:45 p.m. For those in grades three to five. Math 24 is a game that builds strong mental math and problem-solving skills.

Cuéntame un cuento/Tell Me a Story: Second Wednesday of the month from 1 to 1:30 p.m. Ages 3 to 5 with caregiver . No registration required. This is a bilingual storytime. Come and enjoy stories and songs in Spanish and English. Presented in collaboration with Ursinus College.

Go – the Surrounding Game: Thursday afternoons from 4 to 5:30 p.m. For all ages and families. Register online at phoenixvillelibrary.org, call 610-9333013 ext. 124 or visit the library.

Saturday Morning Microsoft Office Classes: Learn Microsoft’s Office productivity software programs on selected Saturdays at the Phoenixville Public Library. IT professional Ernie Tidball is the instructor. The class schedule is as follows: March 24 (PowerPoint Advanced); March 31 (Outlook Overview); Google Docs (April 7); Excel Basic (April 21); Publisher Basic (April 28); Excel Intermediate (May 5); Cyber Security (May 26); Excel Advanced (June 2); QuickBooks Overview (June 16); Website Design with HTML (June 23); Website Design with JavaScript (June 30). Class time is 10 a.m. to noon in the library’s Community Education Room. Basic knowledge of computers and the ability to use a keyboard and mouse are required. Students should bring a USB drive if they wish to save their work and may bring their own laptops with Microsoft Office 2013 installed. Attendees at Windows 10 Overview must bring their own laptops. The classes are free and open to the public. Space is limited. Reservations are required. Attendees may register for one or any combination of classes. When registering, indicate if you will be bringing a laptop. Class descriptions and registration are available on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary. org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

Eric Coyne/Julia Morelli Duo Cello Recital: Phoenixville Public Library will present duo cellists Eric Coyne and Julia Morelli in recital Monday, March 26, at 7 p.m. These two distinguished local performers and teachers will present a program of cello duets by Kummer, Bartok, Gliere and Bach. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary. org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

Family Movie Night: “The LEGO Ninjago Movie” (PG). Tuesday, March 27, from 6 to 7:40 p.m. for children and families. No registration needed. Treat the entire family to a showing of “The LEGO Ninjago Movie” on our large surround-sound screen. Light refreshments served.

Books on Tap: Books on Tap, Phoenixville Public Library’s book discussion group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will meet next Tuesday, March 27, at 7 p.m at Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, 130 E. Bridge St., Phoenixville. The group will discuss “The Power” by Naomi Alderman. A copy of the book may be reserved at the library or at ccls.org. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations not required. Food and drink not included but will be available for purchase. For more information, contact Christine Shaffer at shaffer.m.christine@gmail.com.

Phoenix Book Club: The Phoenix Book Club, Phoenixville Public Library’s book discussion group for adults of all ages, will meet next Monday, April 2, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Phoenixville Public Library. The group will discuss “Beartown” by Fredrik Backman. A copy of the book may be reserved at the library or at ccls.org. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, e-mail mpinto@ ccls.org or call 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

“College Admissions Workshop: Phoenixville Public Library will host a free workshop for parents and high school students, “College Admissions: It’s All About U,” Tuesday, April 3, at 7 p.m. Dr. Kevin Bukatman of College Planning Service America will be the presenter. The workshop will help students take ownership of the admissions process by giving them more detailed information on successfully marketing themselves to their college of choice. Topics will include: the importance of a challenging high school curriculum and extracurricular activities, creating an impactful résumé, writing powerful essays that get noticed by admissions committees, consequences of social media, majors that will

lead to great job opportunities and the impact of a college’s mission statement on which students are accepted. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

Open Mic Night for Writers:

Phoenixville Public Library will present its next Open Mic Night for Writers Thursday, April 5, at 6:30 p.m. Are you a poet, an author, a blogger or someone who just writes for enjoyment? Come share your work in an engaging and fun setting, with the opportunity to network with other practitioners of the writing craft. Readers are limited to five minutes or four pages, whichever comes first. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Space is limited. Separate registration for readers and attendees is required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

Phoenixville Tech Group:

The Phoenixville Tech Group will resume weekly meetings

at Phoenixville Public Library Monday, April 9, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the library’s Community Education Room. Glenn Musser is the group facilitator. The Phoenixville Tech Group brings technology users together to share knowledge and experience. They are particularly interested in helping those who have limited or no experience with computers. Topics that can be addressed include: digital cameras, cell phones, tablets, cable TV & FiOS, GPS, computer and printer recommendations, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, email, software installation, computer security and speeding up a sluggish computer. Weekly meeting topics at phoenixvilletg. com. The group is free and open to the public. For more information, email Glenn@SeniorTechGroup.com.

Public Gratitude and Perpetual Warfare: Phoenixville Public Library will host a free talk, “Public Gratitude and Perpetual Warfare,” Monday, April 9, at 7 p.m.. Evan Reibsome, an Iraq War vet and doctoral candidate, will be the speaker. Reibsome’s talk places pressure on a post9⁄11 patriotic practice known as the “Thank You for Your Service” phenomenon, which involves a civilian approaching a military service member and literally saying the phrase “thank you for

your service.” Drawing from a wide range of material — including literature, popular culture and his own military service — he acknowledges the need for civilian support for our military while also inviting audience members to re-examine this popular expression of gratitude with a more critical eye. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

Longwood Gardens Community Read Book Discussion:

Phoenixville Public Library will host a discussion of “Lab Girl” by Hope Jahren, this year’s Longwood Gardens Community Read title for adults, Tuesday, April 10, at 7 p.m. Mark Pinto, adult services director at Phoenixville Public Library, will moderate the discussion. A copy of the book may be reserved at the library or at ccls.org. Family passes to Longwood Gardens will be given away in a free raffle at the end of the discussion.

A Novel Lunch with Lisa See:

Enjoy lunch with critically acclaimed author Lisa See (“The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane”) Thursday, April 12, from noon to 2 p.m. at The Columbia Station, 4 Bridge St., Phoenixville. Tickets are $65 and include lunch, author talk and a signed book. Proceeds benefit the Phoenixville Public Library Foundation. RSVP by March 30 to Lauren Coy at 610-933-3013 ext. 131 or lcoy@ccls.org.

Adult Spanish Book Club Author Event & Book Discussion:

Phoenixville Public Library’s Adult Spanish Book Club will meet next at Ursinus College for a special event with author Reyna Grande Thursday, April 12. The award-winning author will offer a talk and Q&A (in English) on her memoir, “La Distancia Entre Nosotros,” from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., followed by a book club discussion (in Spanish) at 5:30 p.m. This event will be held in Olin Auditorium at Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville. This program is free and open to the public. A copy of the book may be reserved at the library or at www.ccls.org. No reservations required. For more information, email Giovanna Steyaert at gsteyaert@ursinus. edu.

Movie Night @ the Library:

The library will screen this year’s Best Picture Oscar winner, “The Shape of Water” (2017, R, 123 minutes), Thursday, April 12, at 7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments served. For more information, call 610-933-3013 ext. 132 or email mpinto@ccls. org.