Books on Tap, Phoenixville Public Library’s book discussion group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will meet in person on Tuesday, Dec. 28, at 7 PM at Sedona Taphouse, 131 Bridge Street, Phoenixville. The group will discuss The Lost and Found Bookshop by Susan Wiggs. In this thought-provoking, wise and emotionally rich novel, New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs explores the meaning of happiness, trust, and faith in oneself as she asks the question, “If you had to start over, what would you do and who would you be?” Copies of the book and book-on-CD may be reserved at www.ccls.org. eBook and eAudiobook copies may be reserved at https://chester.overdrive.com. This event is free and open to the public. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Email Christine Shaffer at [email protected] for more information.
Phoenixville Public Library will host a free virtual presentation by Michael Montanye, Clinical Coordinator for Paoli Hospital Sleep Medicine Services, on Monday, Jan. 3, at 7 p.m. His presentation on the connections between sleep and health will focus on what sleep is, the importance of sleep as part of a healthy lifestyle and preventive medicine, signs and symptoms of sleep disorders, and tips for proper sleep hygiene. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/sleep-and-health or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email mpi[email protected] for more information or assistance with using Zoom.
Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the United States with large and lasting impacts. Phoenixville Public Library will host a free virtual presentation on identity theft with Grace Harvey, Prevention/Education Specialist with the Crime Victims’ Center of Chester County, on Thursday, Jan. 6, at 7 pm. In this program, you will learn the basics of identity theft, including the different ways this crime is committed, strategies for preventing identity theft, and resources for victims. Grace will also discuss current trends in identity theft and offer participants resources to bring back to their communities. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/identity-theft or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email mpi[email protected] for more information or assistance with using Zoom.
The Phoenix Book Club, Phoenixville Public Library’s book discussion group for adults of all ages, will meet virtually on Monday, Jan. 10, at 7 pm. The group will discuss “The Daughters of Yalta: The Churchills, Roosevelts, and Harrimans: A, Story of Love and War” by Catherine Grace Katz. The book tells the story of the fateful “daughter diplomacy” of Anna Roosevelt, Sarah Churchill, and Kathleen Harriman, three glamorous young women who accompanied their famous fathers to the Yalta Conference with Stalin in the waning days of World War II. A physical copy of this book may be reserved at https://www.ccls.org. An e-book copy may be reserved at https://chester.overdrive.com. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. If you are not already on the Book Club’s email list, registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/daughters-of-yalta or by calling 610-933-3013 x132 to receive an invitation to this event. Email mpi[email protected] for more information or assistance with using Zoom.
Movies on Tap, Phoenixville Public Library’s film discussion group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will meet virtually on Tuesday, Jan. 11, at 7:30 PM. The group will discuss “The Personal History of David Copperfield” (2019, PG). Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie & Tilda Swinton star in this comedy-drama, a modern take on Charles Dickens’s classic tale of a young orphan who is able to triumph over many obstacles. Please watch the film independently prior to the discussion. This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Email Faith Donaher at [email protected] for more information and to receive an invitation to the meeting.
Phoenixville Public Library will host a free virtual presentation, “The Volta Way: Make Your Home a Safe and Restorative Place,” on Thursday, January 13 at 7 PM. Lois Volta, co-owner and creator of The Volta Way, a holistic, feminist housekeeping company in Philadelphia, will be the speaker. If society is a reflection of the people, how we live in our homes might be more important than we’ve been giving it credit for. The Volta Way was inspired by feminist principles and Lois’ belief that the home should be a safe and restorative space in a troubled world. This workshop focuses on positively altering perceptions of domesticity through awareness-based living habits. By honoring work done in the home, teaching families how to engage with their domestic reality, and learning how to aid in the liberation of women (right at home), we can collectively achieve higher levels of consciousness within ourselves and communities. Lois Volta is a domestic educator, professional organizer, co-owner and creator of The Volta Way, and owner of a natural cleaning product line. She also writes a feminist domestics column for Grid magazine and is the host of “Confessions of a Cleaning Lady,” a radio show aired from G-town Radio. This event is free and open to the public and will take place online via Zoom. Registration is required at https://ccls.libcal.com/calendar/Phoenixville/volta-way or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email [email protected] for more information.
Free, in-person tech help is available at Phoenixville Public Library during selected hours on Monday afternoons and Tuesday & Wednesday evenings. One-hour appointments for assistance with your laptop, tablet or smartphone from the library’s volunteer tutors are available by calling 610-933-3013 x132.
