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An Appreciation of Ornamental Grasses
with Jeff Bossler
Friday, July 24th at 7:00pm |
Orcas Islander and Local Author Jeff Bossler will give a presentation on July 24th at the San Juan Island Library on Ornamental Grasses. Jeff will begin with an introduction explaining how and why grasses are
important to civilization as we know it. Jeff will also discuss the basics of proper maintenance and expectations through animated illustrations. |
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| Saturday, August 8th at 7:00pm
"The Pig War: Another Look" with Mike Vouri
San Juan Island National Park Historian and Author Mike Vouri will present another view of the Pig War crisis of 1859, and shed new light on this historical moment on San Juan. |
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| Lecture Series presented by San Juan Island National Parks and the Madrona Institute
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Monday, August 10th at 7:00pm
Lecture with Merel Lefkoff, co-founder of the Madrona Institute. |
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Monday, August 17th at 7:00pm
Lecture with David Kennedy, Author of Freedom From Fear: The American People in Depression and War 1929-1945 |
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Monday, August 24th at 7:00pm
"The Royal Navy in the North Pacific" with Dr. Barry Gough |
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Friday, August 28th at 7:00pm
Lecture with Jonathan D. Greenburg, Professor of Law at Stanford University
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| Co-sponsored by the San Juan Island National Parks and The Madrona Institute. |
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| Sunday, August 23rd at 6:00pm
"Exploring the Life of Artist, Architect and Visionary James Hubbell through Film" with Host Andrea Simmons.
On August 23rd, at 6:00pm the Library and Andrea Simmons will host the screening of two documentaries, The Making of the Pacific Rim Parks and The Art and Vision of James Hubbell. James Hubbell will be visiting San Juan Island in September, and this program is sponsored by The San Juan Island Museum of Art and Sculpture Park.
For more information on James Hubbell visit: www.hubbellandhubbell.com and for more information on The San Juan Island Museum of Art and Sculpture Park visit www.wbay.org. |
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EVENTS BELOW HAVE ALREADY OCCURRED
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Workshop with Paul Nelson
Saturday, April 4th at
2:00- 5:00pm in the Meeting Room |
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Join Paul Nelson, founder of the non-profit Global Voices Radio and co-founder of the Northwest Spoken Word Lab (SPLAB!), for this free poetry workshop, sponsored by the Friends of the Library. In Paul’s workshop, “Organic Poetry”, participants will have the opportunity to listen to interviews Paul has done over the years with poets, discuss the writing process, and participate in writing exercises.
Saturday, April 4th at 5:30pm
Hear local poets & Paul Nelson read their
poetry aloud by the fireplace.
At 5:30pm, on April 4th, participants of the workshop will read their own work, and be able to hear Paul read some of his poetry aloud. Whether your interested in writing, or just listening, please join us for this exciting two part event! |
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Garth Stein, Author of
The Art of Racing in the Rain, visits the
Library on April 5th at 6:00pm
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Please join us at the Library on Sunday, April 5th at 6:00pm to hear best selling author Garth Stein read from his book The Art of Racing in the Rain. The story is told through the eyes of Enzo, a dog who has learned all he needs to know about life through his master, Denny, and by watching television. Enzo believes he has what it takes to be a compassionate and successful human being in his next life.
Garth has written two other novels, How Evan Broke His Head and Other Secrets (Soho Press, 2005) and
Raven Stole the Moon (Pocket, 1998). He is also the author of the full-length play Brothers Jones. Garth currently resides in Seattle, with his wife and sons, and their dog, Comet. |
For more information on Garth, visit www.artofracingintherain.com or www.garthstein.com
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African Cooking Class with Grace Kuto
April 17th at 5:00pm & Author Talk at 6:30pm |
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Meet the Author of Harambee! Stories and Recipes from the African Family Circle, Grace Kuto, at the Library on April 17th. Grace will host a free African Cooking Class at 5:00pm in the Meeting Room. Those interested in the cooking class should register by calling 378-2798. Grace will also talk about her book in the main Library at 6:30pm. |
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Jungle Books at the Library!
Thursday, April 23rd at 3:45pm
Seattle based Book-It Repertory Theater will be at the San Juan Island Library, on Thursday April 23rd at 3:45 to perform “Jungle Books”, an adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s classic tale. See the beloved characters Baloo, Bagheera & Shere brought to life through the original words of the author. This program is ideal for children of all ages & their families. A storytelling workshop will be hosted by Book-It at 4:45pm in the Meeting Room. The storytelling workshop is free, but registration is required.
Register by calling 378-2798 or e-mail jthomas@sjlib.org
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Saturday, May 2nd at 5:30pm
“Grow a Row” with The Master Gardeners!
Learn all
about Vegetable Gardening from our very own WSU Master Gardeners! |
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Poetry Open Mic & Readings by Local Poets
May 8th at 7:00pm
Join Host Ian Byington for a fun filled evening of poetry by the fireplace! Read your own poetry in front of an audience, or just listen to the work of local poets read aloud by the fireplace. |
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Talking Quilts: Bible Quilts of Harriet
Powers, presented by Antoinette Botsford,
Friday, May 22nd at 6:30pm |
Learn about the fascinating story quilts of Harriet Powers, as presented by Inquiring Minds speaker, and master storyteller, Antoinette Botsford. Antoinette weaves a story of Harriet Power’s life and spiritual philosophy as reflected in her quilts, and speaks about Power’s unique artistic vision, and her life as a former slave. Hidden within Harriet’s quilts are secret teachings and encouragements, woven in with well-known Bible stories. Don’t miss this fascinating presentation!
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Cob Oven & Earthen Building Presentation
with Ryan Browne @ the Library
on Sunday, June 28th, at 7:00pm |
Want to learn how to build your own oven? Ryan Browne can show you how! Come to his presentation on Sunday June 28th, and hear Ryan explain what is involved in making your own cob oven from all natural materials. Recently, Ryan has been working with the local chapter of Slow Food Land and Sea Youth to
demonstrate his building techniques. Don’t miss this great opportunity to build your own outdoor oven in time for summer!
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Anticoagulation Therapy
Presentation with Dr. Lowy
Wednesday, July 1st at 6:30pm |
Cardiologist Dr. Jonathan Lowy will be visiting our Library on Wednesday July 1st at 6:30pm to discuss Anticoagulation Therapy. In
conjunction with Inter Island Medical Center, Dr. Lowy will be speaking with the community and discussing the effects of Anticoagulation Therapy. This event is free and open to the public. |
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Heart and blood vessel disease affects 1 in 3 people, and is the
nations leading cause of death. For more information, visit: www.americanheart.org, or talk with your doctor. |
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“Pickett’s Irish” with Mike Vouri and Michael Cohen
Saturday, July 11th at 7:00pm |
Historian Mike Vouri and folk
musician Michael Cohen present this new program that takes a closer look at the Irish in the U.S. Army in words and song. For more information visit San Juan Island
National Parks website at http://www.nps.gov/sajh/.
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Poetry Open Mic & Readings by Local Poets
July 18th at 7:00pm
Join Host Ian Byington for a fun filled evening of poetry by the fireplace! Read your own poetry in front of an audience, or just listen to the work of local poets read aloud by the fireplace. |
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From the Absurd to the Surreal
Featuring the works of Samuel Beckett and Sarah Ruhl
Monday, July 20th at 6:15 pm
A free rountable discussion for dramatists, writers, and the public led by J. Chris Westgate. |
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Come to learn, share, and get inspired through an exploration of the dramatic works of Beckett and Ruhl.
We will see short videos from Beckett plays, a short slide presentation from a Sarah Ruhl play production, stir in some juicy information from Chris Westgate, shake it up with lively roundtable discussion from anyone attending (including the personal lives of Beckett or Ruhl), add beverage and snacks, and it is a recipe for an interesting evening.
Samuel Beckett was awarded the 1969 Nobel Prize in Literature and Sarah Ruhl was a 2005 Pulitzer Prize finalist.
J. Chris Westgate, UC Fullerton Professor of English, comparative literature and linguistics ( with numerous publications on drama and theater ) will be leading the roundtable discussion.
For mor information contact Gray Cope 378.6376 or Adrienne Bourne 378.2798.
Sponsored by the San Juan County Dramatists Group & the San Juan Island Library |
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