Ingrid and Martha were close friends in their youth, when they worked together at the same magazine. After years of being out of touch, they meet again in an extreme but strangely sweet situation. Starring Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton. Rated PG-13, 1 hour 47 minutes. Water and popcorn provided.
Sharing your big, important stories can be life-changing for you and others. But, like most things
worth doing, it’s far from easy, and often daunting. It’s hard to know where to start and scary to
think of everything you need to pull together.
Thinking of writing a memoir? Want to make it good? This class is for you.
Join writer, educator, and coach Cornelia Dolian for a 90-minute introduction to the memoir
genre and its expectations, plus tips on how to make your important story stand out.
Cornelia uses instruction , prompted writing, and discussion to help you:
● learn the key elements of the memoir genre and get clarity around what a memoir
is (and what it isn’t);
● choose your memoir’s central story, theme, or direction;
● consider the best way to deliver your unique and resonant story to the world (from the
traditional literary memoir to the more expansive 'memoir+' option, and beyond); and
● figure out where to begin collecting, compiling, and nurturing what will become the
foundations of your memoir.
This class is free and open to the public. Please call (828) 743-0215 for more information.
Join a welcoming group of people that understand what you are going through. We come together to offer each other support, resources, and a listening ear. The group is a safe place for judgement free discussion. Generally, 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Schedule changes are anounced monthly. For more info, contact Chris at christiejefferson22@yahoo.com or 772-473-1088
Weekly peer led Adult Children of Alcoholics and/or Dysfunctional Families meeting. Meetings are held in the Reading Room. Call 828-507-5347 for more information.
Each Wednesday of the month, digital navigators will host Tech Time drop-in program with the goal to assist attendees with basic smartphone, laptop, iPad and tablet skills. Tech Time sessions offer one-on-one help on any personal digital device. Tech Time is a chance for residents of all ages to bring their devices and ask any questions. Learn how to set up an email account, mute your cell phone, back up and store files. Those are just a few of the skills we teach patrons. For more information, call the Library at 828-743-0215.
