Book Discussions | Youth Programs | Teen Events
Saturday, October 2, 2 p.m. History Author Lecture
John Boessenecker author of BANDIDO: The Life and Times of
Tiburcio Vasquez
Was the notorious bandit who was born in Monterey, and
who was hanged as a murder in 1875, a common thief and heartless
killer or a Mexican-American Robin Hood? Come and find out
this historian's view. For ages 16-up. Admission is free,
but reservations are required. Sign up at the Help Desk,
call 831.646.3949, or e-mail
Jeanne McCombs.
Wednesday, October 6, Tuesday, October 12, and Monday, October
18, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Boomer Education 101: A Three-part Class
Join Bob Petty, Community Education Director for the
Alliance on Aging, for a three-part class designed to help
members of the Boomer Generation prepare for some major changes
that are just around the corner. Covered topics include a
comprehensive discussion of Medicare benefits, Social Security,
continued employment after age 65 and long-term care insurance.
Adults are invited to attend and admission is free.
Limited-seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information contact
Inga Labeaune or
call 831.646.5602.
October
23, 2 p.m., Library Community Room
Poetry Writing Workshop with Patrice Vecchione
Practice your poetry writing with a a highly respected poet
and teacher. Writing exercises, encouragement, inspiration
and feedback. This event is supported by Poets & Writers, Inc.
through a grant is has received from the James Irvine
Foundation. For adults and teens ages 14-up. Admission
free, but pre-registration is required. Sign up in person
at the Help Desk, call 831.646.39494 or e-mail
Jeanne McCombs.
Tuesday,
November 9, 6:30 - 8 p.m. The Robert Louis Stevenson "Unbirthday
Party"
Velvet Coat; the Ragged Luck of Robert Louis Stevenson a
play written and performed by Keith Decker
Enjoy a performance of this short play followed by
conversation and an "unbirthday" cake, courtesy of the Robert
Louis Stevenson Club of Monterey. Ages 16-up.
Admission is free, but seating reservations are required. To
reserve seats call 831.646.3949 or e-mail
Jeanne McCombs.
RESERVATIONS OPEN ON OCTOBER 1.
Tuesday,
November 23, 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Stories for Adults
featuring Ashley Ramsden
Don't miss this delightful evening of stories entitled
Short Stories from the Long History of Happiness with
this popular British storyteller. For ages 16-adult.
Tickets in advance only $12 each or 1 free w/your valid MPL
or PGPL card. Obtain tickets in person, in advance, at
the Library Help Desk. Sponsored by the
Friends
of the Monterey Public Library For information
call 831.646.3949 or e-mail
Jeanne McCombs.
TICKETS GO ON SALE OCTOBER 16.
Wednesday,
May 4, 2011, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Stories for Adults
featuring Jay O'Callahan
You'll be
completely mesmerized by Jay's heartfelt Pill Hill
stories filled with compelling and delightful characters.
For agaes 16-up only. Tickets in advance, in person at
the Help Desk $12 or 1 free w/your valid MPL or PGPL card.
No free tickets by phone. Sponsored by the
Friends
of the Monterey Public Library For information
call 831.646.3949 or e-mail
Jeanne McCombs
TICKETS GO ON SALE MARCH 26, 2011
Thursday, May 5, 2011, 10 a.m. - 12 noon Storytelling
Workshop Where Stories Come From with Jay O'Callahan
Learn where you can find your own stories. For
ages 16-up. $15.00 Registration. Obtain your
Registration Pass at the Help Desk.
Space is limited, so hurry! This program is sponsored by the
Friends
of the Monterey Public Library. For information call
831.646.3949 or e-mail
Jeanne McCombs.
TICKETS GO ON SALE MARCH 26, 2011.
Important note: Library events may not be video taped, audio recorded, or photographed without written permission from the Library Director. Library events may be photographed or
videotaped by Library or City staff for non-commercial promotional use. If you have questions or concerns about this or any other recording, please contact Jeanne McCombs.