Adult Programs

Adult Summer Programs & Events

Walking BookWalking Book Club Ready Club (WBC)
Enjoy the outdoors while chatting about books. Participants will meet at a previously designated location at 7:00 PM, the first Wednesday of each month and walk for 20-30 minutes talking about what books they are currently or anticipating reading. Walkers will meet at a new location each month. During the last 30 minutes of book club, participants will discuss the previously selected title for that month. For complete discussion list click on the graphic to the left.

WHEN: Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM. 
(6/7, 7/19 due to holiday, 8/2)
AGE: 18+
LOCATION: June-Kuhnert Arboretum & Rose Garden, July-Riverside cemetery, Aug Zoo Loop at Wylie

Come Write In!  Ready (1)Come Write In

Join this informal writers group. This is a writing and information session for adults. Great way to ask other writers questions and share your knowledge too. Come Write In is a dedicated time and space to work on your own project. Writers of all levels, genres, and experience are welcome.

WHEN: 2ND Tuesday of every month.

TIME: 6:30 – 8:00 PM

AGE: Adult






Curtis and Loretta Concert Promo (1)“Our Heritage in Song,” Americana Folk Concert
Folk singer and songwriting duo, Curtis & Loretta, will perform songs Americans sang in the mid to late 1800s. These traditional musical gems highlight the married couple’s old world charm as never before.   This concert appeals to all ages! Between songs, Curtis & Loretta’s engaging stage presence shines through with stories and commentary on the history of the songs, and their importance to our ancestors and to all Americans today.

WHEN: Friday, June 16th
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM
WHERE: K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library outdoor space
FEE: Free




Generic Pie and Bingo Ready (1)Pie and Bingo!Come to the library and play a few rounds of bingo, win prizes, and enjoy a slice of pie with friends as you listen to a guest speaker or musician from the community. This event meets the third Wednesday of every month at the library, 1:30-3:00PM. Everyone is welcome. No registration.
WHEN: Every third Wednesday of every month.
TIME: 1:30 – 3:00 PM
AGE: General Public








Wellness FairWellness Fair: Parenting from Birth to College-Insights Along the Way Join us for this free wellness fair focusing on parenting from birth to college. All sessions are free with no registration required. Food trucks are available in the library parking lot for your convenience.   A collaboration between the Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce and the K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library.
 Session 1 Topic:  Early Childhood 11-11:35AM
 Session 2 Topic: Pre-Teen to Teen 11:40AM-12:20PM
 Session 3 Topic: High School to College 12:25-1PM
WHEN: Wednesday, June 28th
 TIME: 
11AM-1PM
 WHERE: 
K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library
 FEE: 
Free


The Rough and Tumble Concert Promo (1)The Rough & Tumble Folk ConcertThe Rough & Tumble are a hard-traveling, folk/thrift store Americana duo, consisting of Mallory Graham and Scott Tyler, who will have you in stitches one minute and falling apart at the seams the next. Audiences will hear a menagerie of folk and homemade instruments, close harmony singing, and hilarious stories. 
WHEN: Wednesday, June 28th
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM
WHERE: K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library outdoor space
FEE: Free






Country School Promo (1)
Country Schools: Past and Present
Betsey DeLoache describes her research as a city-slicker learning firsthand what defines country schools, as described by students and/or teachers she interviewed. She also discusses her personal experience visiting operating country schools from 2012-2019. DeLoache explains how she illustrates the schoolhouses to document and preserve them and discusses “country culture” and the ethnic background of folks who settled and lived in the northern central states. 
WHEN: Tuesday, July 18th
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM
WHERE: K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library
FEE: Free


Paint Escape with Amy Heinz
 Social artwork at its finest! Everyone starts with an art design and after an hour of laughter and fun, everyone leaves with art they created. Summer-inspired refreshments will be provided.   Local artist extraordinaire Amy Heinz will guide you to creating your work of art.
WHEN: Thursday, July 13th

TIME: 6:00 PM
WHERE: K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library
FEE: $15 per ticket paid by July 8th. Limited number of tickets. First come, first served.