Listening Project Spotlight:
Nursing at the old Petersburg Hospital
In this Listening Project conversation Arlene Otness remembers working in the old Petersburg Hospital back in the days when it was an aging two story house settling around a stump that raised the floorboards of the x-ray room. In this compelling interview with her long-time friend Roxy Lee, Arlene tells stories that are poignant, funny and inspiring. Click here to listen
Return of the Fleet Celebration!
Cookie Decorating!
Tuesday, August 3 10-11am
A celebration for all of our summer readers who made it from Seattle to Skagway. Prize drawings, amazing cookies from Emily's Bakery and fun for all!
Prenatal Massage for Partners
Thursday, August 12 - 7:00pm-8:30pm
Instructor: Danya Davis, LMP
Fee: $10 voluntary donation, call the library to register
A discussion and demonstration for partners celebrating an addition to their family. This introduction will illustrate safe, empathic massage and an overview of technique & application.
Eclipse Premier Party!
Friday, August 13, just before the movie @ Northern Nights Theater
The latest Twilight movie is almost here! Don't miss this Twilight pre-movie extravaganza at Northern Nights Theater.
Rainforest Art with Annabelle Baker
Wednesday, August 25, 1:30-3:00 pm
Open to kids and teens 8+. Create an amazing work of art just in time for the Tongass Rainforest Festival. Call the library to register.
Petersburg Writer's Group
The writer's blog is now up and running at psgwriters.wordpress.com. Anyone can respond to weekly prompts. If you'd like to be able to contribute independently e-mail us.
Dennis Sperl named Petersburg's 2010 Writer Laureate
The Friends of Petersburg's Libraries have chosen local author Dennis Sperl as the 2010 Writer Laureate. According to one of the judges "I think his epic style of poetry is a fine choice for Petersburg's Centennial Year". Congratulations Dennis!
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2010 Economic Trends Report from PEDC