LONGVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWSLETTER

LongCon III: Longview Public Library Mini Convention

Fandoms unite at our third annual mini fan convention: LongCon! There's something for everyone at this celebration of geek and pop culture.

Saturday, February 17th, LongCon will be taking over the library from 11 AM - 3 PM. Throughout the day, attendees can visit vendors in the Koth Gallery, play a game in the MJO Room, make a craft to take home in the children's area, and snap a photo at our selfie station. At 11:30 AM, moderator Dan Foster will lead members of the LCC Anime Club and other local enthusiasts in a panel discussion about anime. Following the panel, we'll have space in the Magazine and Genealogy rooms at the front of the library to meet fellow fans and discuss your favorite characters, plots, and more at fandom-themed discussion tables.

The LongCon Costume Contest begins at 1 PM. Participants must register by 12:45 PM at the sign up table in the Main Reading Room. Complete rules and the registration form are available on our website at longviewlibrary.org/longcon.php

Free Movies (and popcorn!)

My Little Pony: the Movie
Tuesday, February 6
6 PM | doors open at 5:45 PM
PG | 1 hr 39 min

Thor: Ragnarok
Tuesday, March 6
6 PM | doors open at 5:45 PM
PG-13 | 2 hrs 10 min

Public Forum
Wednesday, February 28 | 6 PM

You're invited to come learn the results of our recent building study and to give feedback about plans for a library renovation.

Harry Potter Alliance

Saturday, February 24 | 1:30 PM
for Middle and High School

Did you ever wish Harry Potter was real?
Here's your chance to join the REAL Dumbledore's Army. The Longview Public Library is starting its own chapter of the Harry Potter Alliance. If you are interested in meeting other Harry Potter fans and making the world a better place, come to our first interest meeting!

Simple Steps to Starting Your Business Part 1
Saturday, February 24 | 10 AM - 1 PM

Learn about the myths & realities of entrepreneurship, consider the critical factors of success, learn about your options at every phase of the business process, gain valuable business planning tools, and learn where you can get help at this FREE workshop presented by SCORE.

This is the first part of a two-part series. The second will be held Saturday, March 24 10 AM - 1 PM. Call 360.442.5300 or visit scorevancouver.org to sign up.

Microsoft Word Class

Wednesday, February 28 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Join instructor Aaron Dobson for a introduction to Microsoft Word. To register, call the library at 360.442.5300 or visit the information desk.

Interested in Microsoft Excel? Aaron will also be teaching an Excel class on Wednesday March 7 at 5:30. Sign up for both, or either!

POP-A-GANDA:
The art and craft of Michael J. King
Saturday, February 3 | 3 - 5 PM

This February in the Koth Gallery brings a retrospective show by local artist Michael J. King, including original drawings, digital prints, screen prints, and 3-D creations. You are invited to come meet Michael in the gallery on Saturday, February 3rd, 3-5 PM. Sonic backdrop provided by DJ Richard F. Yates.

Book Clubs for All Ages!

Page Turners Book Group
Monday, Feb 26 | 7 PM

for Adults!
copies are available to purchase for just $7 at the Main Desk

Teen Tuesday Book Club
Tuesday, Feb 27 | 6 PM

for Middle and High School!
limited FREE copies are available at the
Lower Floor Desk

MakerPlace Book Club
Wednesday, Feb 21 | 3 PM

for grades 3-5!
*Meet the author!* limited FREE copies are available at the Lower Floor Desk.

Fan of Fan Culture? Read these!

The Geek's Guide to Unrequited Love by Sarvenaz Tash

The Only Thing Worse Than Me Is You by Lily Anderson

I Believe in a Thing Called Love by Maurene Goo

More Upcoming Events

LIBRARY CLOSED Presidents' Day - Monday, Feb 19
Spanish Conversation Hour - Mondays, 12 - 1 PM
Rainbow Community - Mondays, 3 - 5 PM
Curl Up With a Good Book - Tuesdays, Jan 30 - Feb 27, 10 AM - NOON
Tech Drop In - Thursdays, 3 - 5 PM
Fiction Writing Class - Tuesday, Feb 6, 1 - 3 PM and 3 - 5 PM
Basic Computer Class with Karl - Tuesdays & Thursdays Feb 13, 15, 20, & 22, 1 - 3 PM

C lick here for our full calendar of events

Teams that took on the Stranger Things Escape Room in January

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