Adult activities at local libraries in January

Richmond Beach Library.  Photo by Steven H. Robinson.

We are fortunate to live surrounded by libraries. All those books - and programs, too. The programs listed below are free and include computer classes, ESL sessions, and book discussion groups. They are different at each library. Don't forget that each library has a "Friends" group devoted to supporting the library and you are invited to participate.

Richmond Beach Library

Evening Book Discussion

Hound of the Baskervilles by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Monday, January 3, 7pm

Talk Time

Tuesday, January 4, 11, 18 and 25, 4pm

Improve your speaking and listening skills in this English conversation group.

ESL Classes

Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Saturdays, 10am-Noon

Please call the library for starting date of class.

Learn and practice daily English language skills including reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Please register.

Lake Forest Park Library

Computer Basics

Free beginner computer classes are available at the library, including using Microsoft Word, Excel and Internet Explorer.

Please call for information and registration.

Writer's Workshop with Frances Dayee

Thursday, January 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10am

Held in the Third Place Commons Meeting Room.

This series of workshops will help you learn to write for fun or for publication, find the right market and tantalize the editor.

Friends of the Lake Forest Park Library Meeting

Thursday, January 13, 7pm

Held at the Lake Forest Park City Hall Meeting Room

Shoreline Library

Citizenship Workshop

Tuesday, January 4, 11, 18 and 25, 7pm

Get free individualized help with all stages of the process for becoming a United States citizen, from completing the application forms to preparing for a successful interview.

Shoreline Library Book Discussion Group

City of Thieves: A Novel by David Benioff

Monday, January 10, 7pm

Talk Time

Mondays, 7-8:45pm

Wednesdays, 10am-Noon

A free English conversation group for newcomers to this country.

Computer Classes

Inquire at the Information Desk for dates and times.

SCORE Counseling

Volunteers from SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) are available by appointment to advise current and future small business owners.

Please call 206.362.7550 or stop by the Information Desk to make an appointment.

SHIBA Counseling

Volunteers from SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) will offer free individual counseling in English and Chinese.

Please call 206.362.7550 or stop by the Information Desk to make an appointment.