Chess Club (Weekly - Wednesdays @ 6:30 pm )
The Chess Club is for beginners and experienced players both, who want to improve their strategy and tactics. Bring your own board or use a board from the library. An instructor is provided for beginners. Call for the time and to be put on the reminder list.

Computer Tutoring For Adults (June 3, July 1, August 5 - 12:30 to 4:00 pm )
Basic computer instruction on any topic of your choice. One hour appointments must be scheduled in advance by calling the library. at 238-2641.

Book Club (June 9, July 8, August 12 - 2:00 to 3:00 pm)
Book discussion group. Titles selected two months in advance. The book for July is 'Nothing But the Truth' by Avi. Call to be placed on reminder list.

Claremont Library
Needlework Club (Mondays at 5:00 pm)
Join us to learn new techniques, share your skills, or just enjoy the company of other crafters! Beginners, as well as experienced individuals, are welcome. The Needlework Club is covering a holiday tree with mittens, scarves, hats and gloves for the Surry County Angel Tree. If you would like to contribute, please bring your donations to the library before December 8.

Basic Computer Class
Intimidated by your computer? the Smithfield Library is currently offering basic computer classes for adults. Registration is required. Please call the library for more information or to register.

Knit At Night (Twice Monthly, 2nd Tues. & 4th Wed. - 7:00 pm)
The Knit At Night group meets in the Community Room of the library. The informal group members bring their projects and share expertise and interests. Although the concentration is on knitting and crocheting, all crafters are welcome. Come and join in the fun!

Family Movie Night (July 8 - 6:30-8:30 pm)
Come in your jammies (optional), bring a friend (and a pillow, if you wish) and join in the fun as we screen the movie 'Bedtime Stories'. We'll have popcorn and treats! A great way to spend a summer evening!

Book Club (July 16 - 1:00 to 2:00 pm)
The July selection is 'Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet' by Jamie Ford. Library Journal says 'Ford expertly nails the sweet innocence of first love, the cruelty of racism, the blindness of patriotism, the astonishing unknowns between parents and their children, and the sadness and satisfaction at the end of a life well lived...a vivid picture of a confusing and critical time in American history.' Please join us for a lively discussion.

Woodburning Workshop (July 18 - 10:00 am & 1:00 pm)
Just for the Guys!! Woodburning workshop. Chay Bell of Bear Graphics will be here to help you learn all about the cool craft of pyrography. Two workshops will be held at 10:00 and 1:00 and are limited to 10 boys each. Ages 8 and up. Registration is required. Call 357-2264

Fancy Nancy Party (July 20 - 6:00 to 7:30 pm)
Girls!---You are cordially invited to a Fancy Nancy 'soiree', (soiree is French for party--everything is fancier in French!) Please join us to celebrate the Fancy Nancy in you! Remember to wear your fanciest clothes. (Tiara's welcome) Registration required.

Molly's Life On the Home Front (July 25 - 11:00 am to 3:00 pm)
An American Girl Event--Molly's Life On the Home Front. Come enjoy a fun-filled day at the IOWC Museum and the Smithfield Library. Be at the museum at 11:00 and learn about Molly's life during WWII through crafts and music. Then after the program, head over to the library at 1:00 for a brown-bag lunch, "Shirley Temples", and popcorn to watch the movie Molly, American Girl on the Home Front. Admission is free to both events, but registration is required. Call the IOWC Museum at 357-0116 and Smithfield Library at 357-2264. for girls in K-5.

Mother Goose Rhyme Time (Tuesdays,June 30 through July 28 - 10:30 am)
Family Storytime--Fun For Everyone!! Join us Tuesday mornings for an interactive storytime program featuring Mother Goose rhymes, music, movement, and lots of hands-on activities and crafts! Registation recommended.