By Paul Kagebein
The relentless heat may very well continue into September 2019, but the Garland County Library will continue to be a cool oasis of activities.
Most residents of a place will have a healthy curiosity about the future of their community. One of the most famous and constantly evolving landmarks of our own community is Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort. On Thursday, September 5th, at 6pm, Jed Doro, Vice President of Racing, will be giving a very informative presentation on what changes to expect in the coming months and years. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions. If you want to rein in the information, hoof on over to the library (or just call us) to register for The Future of Oaklawn Racing.
September will also have two free family movie nights on Fridays. On Friday, the 13th, at 6pm, join us for a showing of the highest-grossing movie of all-time, Avengers: Endgame. Anyone dressed in Marvel costume will win a free comic book, while supplies last. On Friday the 20th, at 6pm, we will show the new live-action remake of Aladdin. Both of these movies are expected to be big events, so please register in advance.
Another exciting library event is the Wild Edible Class on Monday, the 16th, at 2pm. Presenter Charles Griffith is a Master Forager and will teach attendees all about safely foraging for edible plants they can find all around them. There will be free samples of both dried and freshly-picked edibles. Registration required.
Visit the library online at www.gclibrary.com, or call 501-623-4161 or 501-922-4483 for information about special events, library collections, or library services. The library is located at 1427 Malvern Avenue in Hot Springs.
