Events around the Tri-States

Upcoming Events at the
James Kennedy Public Library
​in Dyersville: October 2018

Monday, October 1: Lifelong Learners Creativity Group @ 6:30 pm. Join us for this bi-monthly group for imaginative people who can learn from, and feed off each other’s creativity. This group meets on the 1st Monday of every other month. Open to ages 17 and up. Registration requested but walk-ins welcome if space allows. This month Margie Meehan of Tipperary Fiber n Art Studio in Hopkinton will discuss her art and guide participants in a simple fiber art project.

Saturday, October 13: The Devil Has My Consent - The Salem Witch Trials @ 11:00 am. Discover the real story behind the Salem Witch Trials with historian Kathy Wilson. This program is geared for adults and older teens as content is not appropriate for young teens or children. Sponsored by the Friends of the James Kennedy Public Library.

Friday, October 19: Coffee and Creating @ Your Library from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Coloring, crafting, creating, chatting and enjoying coffee or other morning beverages are all part of the fun. Participants are welcome to come and go as time allows. This program is open to adults 18 and older.

Sunday, October 21: Evaluating News: Good, Bad, or Totally Fake? @ 2:00 pm. Join us at this session where you’ll learn how to evaluate the information you read and hear so you can know if it is true, false, or biased. Participants will also learn how to use fact checking websites to verify information. Handouts will be provided. This program is geared for adults but teens are welcome.

Monday, October 22: Demons and Exorcism: A Catholic Perspective @ 6:30 pm. Want to learn about the Catholic Church’s teachings on demons and exorcism? Join us for a presentation by local Catholic author, speaker, and Theology teacher at Beckman Catholic High School, Anthony Digmann. This program is for adults and older teens.

Friday, October 26: Final Friday Tech: How To Use The Library Catalog from 3:00—5:00 pm. Final Friday Tech is held on the last Friday of each month. This month’s topic is how to use the library catalog to look for items whether you are inside the library or at home. 

Friday, October 26: Game Night @ Your Library @ 6:00 pm.  Bring your favorite game (card game, board game, role playing game, or video game) and meet, teach, and play with others! All ages welcome. 

​Sunday, October 28: Police Investigating Ghosts @ 2:00 pm. The Police Investigating Ghosts (PIGS) are a paranormal investigation team from Decorah that investigated the library in May. Now they are back to reveal what they found! Join us as the PIGs talk about their history in this field, some of the tools they use, and some of their past discoveries. This program is geared for adults and older teens as content may not be appropriate for young teens or children. Children under the age of 12 must have a parent present with them to attend. 

Library programs are free unless otherwise noted. For information on these and other library programs please call 563-875-8912 or go to www.dyersville.lib.ia.us 
or contact Dawn Schrandt via email at dschrandt@dyersville.lib.ia.us

UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital 
​October 2018 Events
For more information or to register for classes
and events at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital, visit www.unitypoint.org/dbqevents.

Amputee Support Group. Monday, October 1, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Kehl Diabetes Center (lower level). No one can fully understand the feelings and struggles involved in dealing with the loss of a limb quite like someone who has been through it. That is why UnityPoint Health - Finley Hospital is now offering a new support group to help you regain control through education, compassion and encouragement. The support group will offer:

• Open and honest discussions led by a licensed physical therapist
• Opportunities to share the trials and successes of your limb loss journey
• An empowering environment to help you adjust to your new normal, independent and fruitful life
• Guest speakers to enhance your knowledge and broaden you access to resources

Cancer Journey Support Group. Tuesday, October 2, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Finley’s Wendt Regional Cancer Center. The Cancer Journey Support Group is a mutual support organization that brings together those persons affected by cancer so they may help each other learn to live life in a positive and meaningful manner. Feel free to bring your lunch or purchase lunch in our cafeteria. For more information call Wendt Regional Cancer Center (563) 589-2468.

Grandparents Class. Monday, October 22, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Delhi Medical Center, 3rd floor Conference Room. Join us for an update in current birth topics. Tips for grand parenting and current baby care practices are also discussed. A tour of the Family Birthing Suites also goes with this class. There is no fee for this class.

​Stroke and Brain Injury Support Group. Tuesday, October 30, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., Acute Rehab Dining Room-4th Floor Finley. Finley offers this Stroke and Brain Injury Support group for anyone who has had a stroke or has been affected by a stroke. Each session provides a forum for you to share your experiences, express concerns, or ask questions.

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