Poetry Reading this Wednesday, April 10 at 1 PM

"Come, come, whoever you are. Wanderer, worshiper, lover of leaving, it doesn't matter. Ours is not a caravan of despair. Come, even if you have broken your vow a thousand times. Come, yet again, come, come." (Rumi -- inscribed on Rumi's shrine in Konya, Turkey.)

This Wednesday, April 10 at 1 PM, be inspired by the sacred poetry of Rumi read aloud by guest speaker Jessica Morris, medication practitioner, teach and amateur poet. This program is presented as part of the library's Muslim Journeys grant. The reading takes place in the library's Young Adult area, and refreshments will be provided by the library. Celebrate National Poetry Month at the Jefferson Township Library!

This entry was added on 2013-04-08

Sit and Knit this Saturday

The Library Knitting Circle meets this Saturday, April 6 (and every first and third Saturday of each month) in the library's Riker Room from 11 AM to 1 PM. Needlecrafters of all types (not just knitters!) and experience levels are welcome to attend. Bring your current project, start a new one, and share your favorite tips. Meet like-minded crafters and make new friends. Some participants bring snacks from home to share with the group, and you're welcome to do that too. This is a friendly and helpful group of folks, so come enjoy some ME time!

This entry was added on 2013-04-03

Bridging Cultures Bookshelf: Muslim Journeys on display

On display this week at the library (March 18 to March 25, 2013) are the 25 books and four DVDs the library received through the Bridging Cultures Bookshelf: Muslim Journeys grant. The grant was a project of the American Library Association and the National Endowment for the Humanities. The aim is familiarize public audiences with the people, places, history, faith and cultures of Muslims in the United States and around the world. Look for upcoming programs aimed toward promoting community discussion and building bridges among diverse cultures and faiths.

This entry was added on 2013-03-18