Phoenixville Public Library offers free online programs
The Phoenix Book Club, Phoenixville Public Library’s book discussion group for adults of all ages, will meet virtually on Monday, Nov. 8, at 7 PM. The group will discuss “American Dirt,” the New York Times Bestselling novel by Jeanine Cummins. Lydia Quixano Perez lives in the Mexican city of Acapulco. She runs a bookstore. She has a son, Luca, the love of her life, and a wonderful husband who is a journalist. And while cracks are beginning to show in Acapulco because of the drug cartels, her life is, by and large, reasonably comfortable. Even though she knows they’ll never sell, Lydia stocks some of her all-time favorite books in her store. And then one day a man enters the shop to browse and comes up to the register with four books he would like to buy, two of them her favorites. Javier is erudite. He is charming. And, unbeknownst to Lydia, he is the jefe of the newest drug cartel that has gruesomely taken over the city. When Lydia’s husband’s tellall profile of Javier is published, none of their lives will ever be the same. Forced to flee, Lydia and eight-yearold Luca soon find themselves miles and worlds away from their comfortable middle-class existence. A physical copy or audiobook version of this book may be reserved at www.ccls.org. An eBook or eAudiobook copy may be reserved at https:// chester.overdrive.com. The public is invited to attend. If you are not already on the Book Club’s e-mail list, registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/americandirt or by calling 610-9333013 x132 to receive an invitation to this Zoom event. Email mpinto@ccls.org for more information.
Phoenixville Public Library will host a free virtual presentation, “Strategies to Turn Adversity into Advantage”, on Monday, Nov. 8, at 7 PM. Dr. Mukesh Mahajan of RSJ Coaching and Leadership Academy LLC will be the presenter. This presentation will cover important aspects of personal and professional development. Dr. Mahajan will talk about life challenges and share proven strategies to convert those challenges to potential opportunities. He will discuss ‘‘The Law of Pain’ and ‘The Law of Rubber Band’ — two important Laws which are non-negotiable if someone wants to be successful in life. Dr. Mahajan will share how one can manage challenging or painful circumstances in life via the conscious application of certain strategies. He will also cover key points about stretching in life and how getting out of the ‘comfort zone’ can result in significant growth. Dr. Mahajan will share his personal experiences during the webinar with the hope that it will inspire attendees during these difficult times so that they can take actionable steps for their growth irrespective of the current climate. This event is free and open to the public and will take place online via Zoom. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/adversity-into-advantage or by calling 610-9333013 x132. Email mpinto@ ccls.org for more information.
Movies on Tap, Phoenixville Public Library’s film discussion group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will meet on Zoom Tuesday, Nov. 9, at 7:30 PM. The group will discuss “Moonstruck” (1987, PG). Cher, Nicolas Cage, and Olympia Dukakis star in the popular rom-com about Loretta Castorini, a bookkeeper from Brooklyn, New York, who finds herself in a difficult situation when she falls for the brother of the man she has agreed to marry. Please watch the film independently prior to the discussion. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Email Faith Donaher at fdonaher@gmail. com to receive an invitation to the meeting and for more information.
Phoenixville Public Library will host a free virtual talk by Joe Varady, author of “Tales of Phoenixville,” on Monday, Nov. 15, at 7 PM. Beginning with its first inhabitants, nomadic Ice Age mammoth hunters, “Tales of Phoenixville” presents ten insightful stories about the people and events that occurred here. From the Revolutionary War to the Sundance Kid, from the filming of “The Blob” to the rise and fall of the famous Phoenix Iron and Steel Company, these tales span more than 400 years of history. Each story in this compelling collection is inspired and supported by historical events, providing the reader with a fresh perspective on life in this small Pennsylvania town. Born in Phoenixville in 1969, Joe Varady is the fourth generation of the Varady family to live in this town. Growing up, his father often taught him interesting stories about Phoenixville and its surrounding areas. Joe is a board member of the Historical Society of the Phoenixville Area and enjoys sharing his knowledge of local history. “Tales of Phoenixville,” his first foray into historical fiction, fulfills his desire to continue sharing Phoenixville’s rich and exciting history with members of the community. He hopes that this book will serve to educate and entertain both current as well as future generations. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/tales-of-phoenixville or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email mpinto@ccls. org for more information.
Phoenixville Public Library will host a free virtual seminar, “Women in Retirement”, on Thursday, Nov. 18, at 7:00 PM. John Crowley, MBA, of Stonehenge Advisor Group LLC will be the speaker. Topics to be covered include Social Security planning, managing healthcare in retirement, retirement income planning, and a bucket approach for creating an income for life. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/women-in-retirement or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email mpinto@ccls. org for more information.
Free, in-person tech help is available at Phoenixville Public Library during selected hours on Monday afternoons and Tuesday & Wednesday evenings. Onehour appointments for assistance with your laptop, tablet or smartphone from the Library’s volunteer tutors are available by calling 610-933-3013 x132.