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5/17 Fifty Shades of Blue & Gray 6:30 p.m.
Some people still think the Victorians were repressed, prudish, and avoided sex whenever possible. If that were so, how do we explain the growth of prostitution and pornography during the Civil War? This program provides an interesting, entertaining, and revealing look at Victorian society, sex, and the soldier in the War between the States. Presented by Kathy Wilson Historical Perspectives.
5/21 Monday Book Club 7:00 p.m.
Treasured Grace by Tracie Peterson
Grace Martindale has known more than her share of hardship…
5/31 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT – Paddington 2 @ 6:00 p.m.
Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt’s 100th birthday. Hilarity ensues when the gift is stolen. *You are welcome to bring pillows, blankets and snacks. 104 Minutes, Rated PG
6/6 Wednesday Book Club 7:00 p.m.
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
The lives, loves, and tribulations of four sisters growing up during the American Civil War...
6/7 Open CRIBBAGE 1:00 – All Levels Welcome
Join us the First Thursday of the Month. Bring a friend and let’s have some fun! *Bring your own cribbage board or use ours.
6/7 Civilian Conservation Corps 6:30 p.m.
The Civilian Conservation Corps was a federal program to assist young men in supporting their families. It worked primarily on renewing natural resources. Most people know about the state park work, but in Iowa, over 75% of the work projects dealt with soil erosion, drought and flood prevention and planting trees. There was soil erosion work done in the Polk City area. Linda McCann has spoke with 19 men who worked in the CCC and shares their memories. She continues to research the CCC and would love to hear from men, or families who had men, in the CCC.
6/12 *NEW Open Euchre 1:00 p.m.
Join us the second Tuesday of the month and play the classic game Euchre. Open to all Euchre enthusiasts.
6/12 Adult Coloring – Mosaic Music 6:00 p.m.
Join us for a RELAXING evening. Coloring pages from books designed especially for adults as well as colored pencils will be provided. You are also welcome to bring your own! 17 and over.
6/14 Kindness Rocks 6:00 p.m. *RSVP
The Kindness Rocks Project…Polk City edition!
Learn about this inspirational movement and how to be a part of it! We will paint rocks with guidance from Polk City artist, Hanna Piepel. Have fun creating something beautiful that inspires others to pass it on. Supplies provided. Pre-Registration Required
