2 pm - 3:30 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level 
This round table discussion will apply the Socratic Method to help delve into philosophical discussions and give you an opportunity to share your opinions in a neutral and respectful way without interruption. Each month the group will choose a philosophical issue and everyone attending will have the opportunity to learn and discuss with others in an open and respectful environment. What a great way to expand your mind and reach further with your thoughts! Ages 18 and up, please. Registration begins January 15. The group typically meets the second Monday of each month.

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm via Zoom
Interested in Dungeons & Dragons but wished it was less time-consuming? Here is your chance to try the Index Card Role Playing Game (ICRPG). Join us virtually on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month while we play in this new format. The game play is shorter and more interactive, the rules are simpler, there is minimal math involved, and it’s still a great time gaming together! Perfect for first-timers or gamers with busy schedules. Come give it a try as RPG expert/Game Master, Jon Langer, leads you through an evening of tabletop gaming. Ages 14 and older, please. Registration begins December 1 and is required for Zoom link.

6:30 pm- 8:30 pm in the Small Meeting Room, Lower Level
Twisted Stitchers is back in person! Join us for an informal and fun gathering centered around knitting and crochet. Twisted Stitchers will meet on the 2nd Monday of each month. 16 years and older, please. Registration is recommended so you receive an email reminder. 

2 pm - 3:30 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level 
This round table discussion will apply the Socratic Method to help delve into philosophical discussions and give you an opportunity to share your opinions in a neutral and respectful way without interruption. Each month the group will choose a philosophical issue and everyone attending will have the opportunity to learn and discuss with others in an open and respectful environment. What a great way to expand your mind and reach further with your thoughts! Ages 18 and up, please. Registration begins December 15. The group typically meets the second Monday of each month.

1:30 pm - 4:30 pm in the Community Room, Lower Level
Come join the Ladies of DIY, professional crafters, as they lead you through fun new winter projects! We'll have options for different projects. Basic supplies provided by the library. $10.00 per person, ages 16 and older. Register in person or on the phone beginning January 2.

1 pm - 3 pm Community Room, Lower Level
Invite your friends, sip your favorite adult beverage (B.Y.O.B.) and enjoy step-by-step instruction with our experienced and enthusiastic instructor. You'll leave with a one-of-a-kind winter creation to spice up your home this season! Cost: $5 per person. All art materials supplied. Registration begins December 1 via telephone or in person at the library. Ages 21 & up.

1 pm - 3 pm Community Room, Lower Level
Invite your friends, sip your favorite adult beverage (B.Y.O.B.) and enjoy step-by-step instruction with our experienced and enthusiastic instructor. You'll leave with a one-of-a-kind winter creation to spice up your home this season! Cost: $5 per person. All art materials supplied. Registration begins December 1 via telephone or in person at the library. Ages 21 & up.

6:45 pm - 8:45 pm via Zoom
Come join us at this writers group that provides aspiring writers a forum for their literary work and feedback from their peers in a respectful and friendly environment. This is a chance for you to grow in your craft and help others improve in the art of writing. The group meets the first and third Monday of most months. If you are not ready to share your writing, feel free to observe and listen or even offer your comments during one of our scheduled meetings. Register online in order to receive the Zoom link.

Thursdays, January 13 - March 17
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm ONLINE via Zoom
If you have always wanted to learn the Italian language and to share this passion with people who live in this area, this is a great time to do it in the comfort and safety of your home and in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Italian for Beginners classes have successfully been offered in person at Fredricksen for more than 2 years by instructor Anna Maria Bertini Jones. The current situation has opened up the opportunity to explore online instruction options to make the learning experience even more effective and enjoyable. You will still be learning the basics of the Italian language through interactive online classes and group work, but it will also be possible to use a variety of online multimedia resources to develop basic conversation skills and get in touch with cultural topics like cuisine, art, movies, lifestyle, etc.

Classes are very easy to access. You will receive a Zoom link invitation; click on the link and you will be automatically directed to your classroom. During class time students will be learning and collaborating with the instructor’s help and direction. No specific technological skills are required. All you need is a computer/ laptop/tablet and a printer. Ages 16 and older. Cost: $100 for 10 classes. Students will be advised to also purchase a book online. Registration begins December 1 online, by phone, or in person at the library.

Thursdays, January 7 - March 11
5 pm - 6 pm ONLINE via Zoom
This class is designed for those who have already taken Italian for Beginners I or who have an equivalent knowledge. The course is divided into sessions of 10 classes each. The instructor, Anna Maria Bertini-Jones, is an Italian native teacher with extensive experience in teaching Italian in college courses and elective adult classes. If you are unsure if you would fit in the class, we will connect you with the instructor to determine what's right for you.

Classes are very easy to access. You will receive a Zoom link invitation; click on the link and you will be automatically directed to your classroom. During class time students will be learning and collaborating with the instructor’s help and direction. No specific technological skills are required. All you need is a computer/ laptop/tablet and a printer. Ages 16 and older. Cost: $100 for 10 classes. Students will be advised to also purchase a book online. Registration begins December 1 online, by phone or in person at the library.