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Cover of David Grann's The Wager

Hooked on Books Book Club

In-Person Program
2024-09-24 18:00:00 2024-09-24 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Hooked on Books Book Club Join us as we set embark on The Wager by David Grann. Copies are available at the Customer Service desk and newcomers are always welcome! For adults Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Tuesday, September 24
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-24 18:00:00 2024-09-24 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Hooked on Books Book Club Join us as we set embark on The Wager by David Grann. Copies are available at the Customer Service desk and newcomers are always welcome! For adults Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Quartz Hill Library

Meeting Room

Join us as we set embark on The Wager by David Grann. Copies are available at the Customer Service desk and newcomers are always welcome! For adults

In 1742, a ramshackle vessel washed up on the coast of Brazil. Inside were thirty emaciated men. They were survivors of His Majesty's Ship the Wager. While chasing a Spanish galleon, it had wrecked on a desolate island off the coast of Patagonia. 

Six months later, an even more decrepit craft landed on the coast of Chile. This boat contained three castaways, and they told a very different story. As accusations of treachery and murder flew, the Admiralty convened a court martial to determine who was telling the truth. The stakes were life-and-death--for whomever the court found guilty could hang. 

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | Book Club |

Quartz Hill Library
Phone: 661.943.2454
Hours
Mon, Jul 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 10 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 13 Closed
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About the branch

The Quartz Hill Library is located in the unincorporated town of Quartz Hill, adjacent to the cities of Palmdale and Lancaster, and was founded on July 24, 1959. The then 3,530 sq. ft. library was originally located at 42018 N. 50th St. in a building formerly housed by three adjoining, family run stores.

With funding generously provided by County of Los Angeles Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, a new state-of-the-art 12,514 sq. ft. library opened at it's current location of 5040 West Avenue M-2 on November 19, 2016. The new Quartz Hill Library features a community meeting room, two group study rooms, and an expansive Children's area.

Upcoming events

Duct Tape Water Bottle Holder - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Duct tape is a highly versatile and durable material. Learn about its history and make yourself a water bottle holder to keep your water handy and stay hydrated during the hot summer months! Part of Summer Discovery Program. For ages 13 - 17.
Button Artwork - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Buttons are for more that just closing a shirt. They are also used to make beautiful works of art on fabric, wood, or canvas. Create an imagination filled piece of art with various shapes and colors of buttons. This program is for adults 18 and up.
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Adult 101: Mindfulness with Infinity Cubes - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Practice mindfulness as you build and decorate your own infinity fidget cube and learn ways to stay focused, reduce stress, and tips for emotional regulation. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Moving and Grooving - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Move to the groove with music, songs, and stories. Music and movement activities help young children develop gross motor, cognitive, social, and language skills. For ages 2 - 5 with an adult caregiver.
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Hooked on Books Book Club - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
In 1958, a small Minnesota town is rocked by a shocking murder, pouring fresh fuel on old grievances in this dazzling novel, an instant New York Times bestseller. For adults.
School of Astonishment Magic Show - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 23, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room
Families! Join us for a fun and interactive magic show with the incredible John from School of Astonishment! For ages 5 - 12.
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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
End of Summer Celebration - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 31, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room
Join us for ice cream, ice cream trivia, and a fun craft as we say farewell to summer! Parents: Refreshments will be served. A list of ingredients will be available. For ages 5 - 12.
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Baila Baila Bilingual Show - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun, educational time with Isabel Brazon, the creator of Baila Baila Spanish Music for kids. Come sing and dance while you learn some Spanish in this very interactive dynamic show. For ages 2 – 5 and caregivers.
Amate Bark Painting - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Amate is a bark paper used in Mexico for centuries. Learn its history and recreate the special paper and artistic motifs. Part of Summer Discovery Program. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Coloring for Adults - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Coloring is not just for children. It can be a soothing pass time to relieve stress, enhance mindfulness, and promote relaxation through the use of complex and detailed designs. This program is for adults 18 and up.  
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
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