Louisburg Library Adult News
July 2024
SummerBASH 2024 | May 25 - July 25
There is still time to join our 2024 SummerBASH Program for all ages.
Enjoy many of the EVENTS for adults this summer.
Read or Listen to books and log them in Beanstack
for a chance to win a Big Raffle PRIZE.
Make sure you have your raffle tickets "bought" by the end of the day on July 25.
Take a look how many tickets have been bought for each prize.
Join the FUN for a chance to Win!
Please click the title below to learn how you could win.
Front Door (virtual contest)
Ages 17+ | June 30 - July 13 | Facebook & Website
Storms (virtual contest)
Ages 17+ | July 14 - 25 | Facebook & Website
Brain Challenge (worksheet booklet)
Ages 17+ | May 25 - July 25
Business Challenge (reading/beanstack challenge)
Ages 17+ | May 25 - July 25
Tuesday, July 9
Building Relationships in the Community One Handshake at a Time.
Tuesday, July 9 | 6:00 - 6:30 pm | Louisburg Library
Join us at the library for an informal meet and greet of the Louisburg Library Director - Kiersten Allen. No agenda or speeches, just a chance to meet our local library director on a one to one basis and get to know her and perhaps ask a question.
Starting Friday, July 12
Explore the Timeless Art of Macrame
For centuries, macrame has been used to create intricate, woven textiles. Want to dive deeper into this ancient art form? Try making a macrame pantry bag and discover the beauty of knotting techniques.
Pick-Up at Louisburg Library | Starting Friday, July 12
One per adult. Kits will be available while supplies last.
Pick up in person, if there are extenuating circumstances please contact the library.
Friday, July 12
Join us for fun evening of food, friends, and paint. Beginners Welcome.
Friday, July 12 | 7:00 pm | Fox Hall
Registration Required | Ages 17+ | Fee $15 | Scholarships available
This is a laid-back experience as we watch a video and follow step-by-step instructions together to create your own fun summer painting without the assistance of an artist on-site.
Wednesday, July 17
Local historian Bill Nicks will be performing a re-enactment of Wilbur Wright.
Wednesday, July 17 | 7:00 pm | Louisburg Library
Wilbur Wright, along with his brother Orville, achieved international fame by designing, building, and flying the first airplane. Listen to Wilbur as he shares his life’s remarkable adventure.
Hear about the Wrights' quest from when they first reached out to the Smithsonian Institute for advice in May 1899, until they flew in December 1903. Learn why they used Kitty Hawk for their experiments and how they stumbled onto the wing-warping innovation that was key to controlling the flyer. Also hear how their sister, Catherine, helped them overcome discouragement and kept them from quitting. Learn about their connection to the Kansas City area. This program is for all ages, but geared to adults.
Thursday, July 18
The Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) Class for Adults teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This training gives adults the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 6-18) who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. This training is designed for adults who work with young people, ages 6-18: teachers, nurses, counselors, coaches, secretaries, campus monitors, yard supervisors, registrars, lunch staff, bus drivers, leaders of faith communities, law enforcement, parents, youth employers, and other caring citizens.
Friday, July 18 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Louisburg City Hall
Registration Required | No Cost
This training includes virtual pre-work that usually takes about 2 hours and an in-person training that will take about 4.5 hours.
Friday, July 19
Let's Laugh & Play with Friends! Friday, July 19 | 4:00 - 8:00 pm | Louisburg Library Children under 12 must attend with an adult.
Come together for an evening of fun playing board games, card games, trivia, and puzzles. Teens and adults experience Dungeons & Dragons as you join a short campaign. (The library doors will close at 7 pm if no one is there.)
Wednesday, July 24
Stop by the library and watch the Maker tools in action!
Boss Laser | Wednesday, July 24 | 11:00 am - 7:00 pm | Louisburg Library
Friday, July 26
CHEESE
We will explore the wide range of flavors and textures cheeses come in as we sample this delicious dairy product.
Friday, July 26 | 6:00 pm | Louisburg Senior Center
Ages 17+ | Space Limited | Register before July 19
Each month enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.
Community Conversations 1st Monday of the Month @ 7 pm
- July 1, 7 pm @ Louisburg Library - We will discuss Parenting
- August 5, 7 pm @ Louisburg Library - We will discuss Race & Ethnicity
Guys Read 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 7 pm
- July 10, 6 pm @ Timbercreek Bar & Grill - Discuss Last Stand by Michael Punke
- August 14, 7 pm @ Starbrooke Clubhouse - Discuss The Day the World Came to Town by Jim DeFede
Mystery Book Club 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 10 am
- July 10, 11 am @ Cafe Latte - Discuss Lady in the Lake by Laura Lippman
- August 14, 10 am @ Library - Discuss Murder on the Bucket List by Elizabeth Perona
Explore Your 4th Friday 4th Friday of the Month @ 6:00 pm
Take & Make Available starting on the 2nd Friday of the Month @ 9:00 am
- July 12 - Macrame Pantry Bag
- August 9 - Spiced Up: Paprika
Please join the FUN!
Contact Holly for details on how to participate in any of these great monthly programs.