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Not too long ago, I came across a quiz that showed various TV sets to see if you couldidentify them. I scrolled through living rooms from Seinfeld, The Jeffersons, The BradyBunch, and Three’s Company, among others. I did pretty well on that quiz because I’vespent hours in those living rooms.It got me thinking about the living rooms that are in my imagination that develop withinthe pages of a book. Where do those come from? The kitchens and living rooms thatfictional book characters live in are spaces I’ve never actually seen with my own eyes. Yet,the floor plans make perfect sense. The houses usually have two stories, and the furnitureis always retro for some reason. One of my imaginary living rooms even has woodenpaneling. My brain reuses these living spaces from book to book, and it is a curiosity of mine why Ipick one over the other the very first time my mind has to establish a setting. Why did I pickthe kitchen with the ceiling mounted cabinets over the one with the open floor plan? Eventhough it’s my imagination, I have no idea why it works the way it does.I’m sure it’s the same for you. When you think of a good book, you can actually picture it.You can visualize the scenes, and nobody else’s visual is the same as yours. Nobodyinterprets things the same way. That’s why discussing books is a great way to share yourperspective and learn how others interpret the very same thing.As we wrap up our summer reading program, Color Our World, I am reminded how readingcolors our world by coloring our minds with vibrant characters, settings, and plotlines,individual to each of us on a very personal level. When you discover a book, you alsodiscover a little bit about yourself. Lynn HobbsLibrary DirectorLynn HobbsFROM THE DIRECTOR

CHILDRENEV E NTSMeet saxophonist Kevin McLaren under the "tree" in theChildren's Department for a very special storytime! Storytime: SaxophoneJuly 8 | 10 - 11 amKids Crafternoon: DIY BirdhouseJuly 1 | 2 - 3 pmBring your own hammer! Build and paint yourvery own birdhouse to take home. Registrationrequired. Silly Safaris: SummerReading Wrap UpJuly 10 | 2 - 3 pmSilly Safaris is bringing the zoo tothe library! Enjoy a funny,educational live show starringwacky and unique animals. All ageswelcome! Registration required. KONA ICE: SummerReading Wrap UpJuly 10 | 3 - 4 pmGive "Summer Reading: Color OurWorld" a sweet sendoff withcolorful Kona Ice! Kona Ice will behanding out 9oz snow cones withyour choice of flavor - limit onesnow cone per person. Bead ClubJuly 21 | 3 -5 pmShow off your creativity -- make abracelet or lanyard! Bead Club is adrop-in program for ages 9-13 hostedon the third Monday of each month.Snacks provided.Melody Makersw/ Ms. TiffanyJuly 24 | 5 - 5:45 pmChildren ages 4-7 are invited to joincertified music therapist Ms. Tiffanyfor an evening full of movement,rhythm, melodies, and fun!Registration required.

TEENEV E NTSThe Game CornerThis is a friendly video game tournamentfor teens in grades 6-12. Recent gameselections include Gang Beasts, TowerFall,and Nidhogg.July 2 & 16 | 3 - 5 pmSponsored by: Qdoba & Pizza HutHooked on CrochetIt's a crochet club for teens! Anyonebetween the ages of 13 and 18 can join, andall skill levels are welcome. Registrationrequired.July 5 | 10 am - 12 pmBeads & BeyondFinally, a Bead Club experience for teens!Drop in, make a pair of earrings or akeychain, and enjoy some lightrefreshments. Ages 13-18. July 7 | 2 - 4 pm

ADULTEV E NTSFamily Game NightJuly 30 | 6 - 7 pmBring the whole crew for a funevening of board games, card games,and snacks! Don’t miss our GameNight Snack Buffet filled with tastytreats.Candlelight YogaJuly 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 6:45 pmCandlelight yoga is a gentle, flowstyle class that focuses onbreathing and light stretching. It isthe perfect way to end your dayand wind down before bed.Petal PlayJuly 17 | 6 - 7 pmCreate your own faux flowerarrangement—no instructor, nopressure, just fun. Come solo orwith friends, and style yourbouquet your way. All materialsprovided. Leave with a floral piecethat lasts and memories that dotoo. Registration required.The Trinket TableJuly 24 | 6 - 7 pmJoin us at The Trinket Table for arelaxed and creative evening ofjewelry making! Pendleton localand PCPL patron Sandi Stage—aself-taught, amateur jewelryartist—will be on hand to guideand inspire as you explore ourbead buffet and design your veryown one-of-a-kind piece.Registration required.

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