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Lunch and Learn June 18: Historic Cedar River

Cedar River Watershed

A Photo History
 Tuesday, June 18 from 12 to 1 PM
at the Austin Public Library
 

The Mower County Historical Society, Cedar River Watershed District, and Austin Public Library invite the public to bring a lunch on Tuesday, June 18 and enjoy a special installment of this season’s Lunchbox History Series.  Starting at 12 PM, Cedar River Watershed District Public Outreach Coordinator Tim Ruzek will present a photo history of the Cedar River watershed and how it has evolved since the late 1800s.  The public is invited to bring their own lunch to the presentation.
 
This presentation is being held in conjunction with Waterways Awareness & Appreciation Month.  Visit the Austin Public Library during the month of June to learn about the Cedar River and efforts to improve it as part of the Vision 2020 initiative.  

Sign up for Summer Reading Clubs

From birth to age 99, we have a Summer Reading Club for everyone this summer! Register now for the “Dig Into Reading” children and adult programs, and the “Beneath the Surface” teen program. Read for prizes and enjoy special events and programs through August 1. Sign up today!

Gardening program June 24

Green Gardening Tips
June 24, 6:30 p.m.

Jim and Merlene Stiles will share ideas on how rain garden practices can help to protect water quality and save you money. This program is part of the 2013 Summer Reading Club for adults, “Dig Into Reading,” which runs June 10-August 1. Read for prizes and enjoy special events throughout the summer. Sign up today! More>>

Open viewing hours for The Saint John's Bible

The Saint John's Bible
To be announced

The Heritage Edition of The Saint John’s Bible is on display in its case during regular library hours. The volumes are made available for viewing outside the case during posted “Open Viewing Hours” and for special study or group visits by appointment. Please contact the library at least one week in advance, if possible, to request an appointment. The library will accommodate as many requests as staff and volunteer availability allow.

Showtimes for The Illuminator and a Bible for the 21st Century

The 50-minute video, The Illuminator and a Bible for the 21st Century, which tells the story of The Saint John's Bible and its artistic director, Donald Jackson, will be shown in the small meeting room at the following times:

Watch for future showtimes!

Several copies of this DVD are available for checkout.

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