Look for a different movie every Monday at 1 pm! July 21st Film: This techno-drama was released in 1983 and centers around a young man who finds a back door into a military central computer in which reality is confused with game-playing, possibly starting World War III.
Ready to level up? In this introduction to gaming we'll explore some of the basic concepts of video games and gaming. We'll review the benefits of gaming and take a look at some popular games and consoles, including Nintendo Switch, XBox, and VR headsets. We'll also demonstrate where to find free games and start playing! This talk is presented by Connections Area Agency on Aging and Senior Planet Partner Resources.
Pop into Aalfs Downtown Library for a relaxing afternoon of board games from the Library's new board game collection! A variety of popular board and card games - from classic family games to modern favorites - will be waiting for you! All ages and skill levels are welcome at this drop-in event.
From a marine biologist and co-founder of Minorities in Shark Sciences, a powerful debut about the uplifting story of a young Black scientist’s challenging journey to flourish outside the traditional confines of academia, inspired by her innate connection to nature’s most misunderstood animal—the shark.
Local games store Games King hosts a Dungeons & Dragons game night at the Library for ages 12 and above. All skill levels welcome!
Curious about Facebook but concerned about privacy? Interested in learning how to set up a profile or a page? Want to learn more about Facebook Live? This lecture offers an overview of Facebook's evolution, its most popular features, and tips for getting in on the action. This talk is presented by Connections Area Agency on Aging and Senior Planet Partner Resources.
We are kicking off Adult Summer Reading with Trivia Night at Buffalo Alice on Wednesday, June 4 from 6:30-8:30pm! Play some trivia, win books, and learn more about the Adult Summer Reading Program!
There is only one Cher, and for seven decades she has been showing us why. Cher holds the attention of the world with her voice, her acting, her style, her wit and her unstoppable spirit. Now, for the first time, she tells her story in her own voice – as honest as it is hilarious, as powerful as it is perceptive.
Look for a different movie every Monday at 1 pm! June 2nd Film: In this 1995 comedy/drama starring Patrick Swayze, three drag queens are traveling cross-country until their car breaks down, leaving them stranded in a small town.
In this episode, Kelsey and Jenn talk with best-selling author Tim Johnston about his latest novel, Distant Sons—the All Iowa Reads selection for Adult Fiction for 2025. Random acts of misfortune, themes of masculinity and shame, and a small town haunted by great tragedy. It may surprise you or it could devastate you, but at the very least, be prepared to feel all the feels!
