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Royalty will visit the Grand Prairie Main Library when the traveling exhibit, Elizabeth I: Ruler and Legend
stops by June 25– August 5.
This exhibit explores the long life and colorful reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England, the remarkable ruler who made England into a world power. When she took the throne in 1558, many questioned whether a woman could rule England, but during her reign of nearly 45 years, Elizabeth won her subjects’ allegiance through wise decisions and courage in the face of conflict.
The exhibit "Elizabeth I: Ruler and Legend" was organized by the Newberry Library, Chicago, in collaboration with the American Library Association. It is made possible through major grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities, and additional support from the Vance Family Fund and the University of Illinois at Chicago. |
More details and new events will be added as we learn more. |
Saturday, June 25,
2 pm |
Opening reception for the Elizabeth I exhibit, featuring remarks by local officials and refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library. Additional support by the Grand Prairie Arts Council. |
Tuesday, June 28,
11 am. |
Susan Henson presents Gardening With Herbs, a free program. Susan Henson, a certified Arborist, is the Horticulturist for the city of Grand Prairie, and President of the Grand Prairie Garden Club. She has over 25 years experience in the Horticulture field, and has presented several programs at the Grand Prairie Libraries. At this free program, she will be discussing designing your herb garden location (including choosing the best location), and
planting, care, and harvesting of useful herbs. |
Tuesday, June 28,
6:30 pm |
Film Series
Movie: To Be Announced |
Thursday, July 7,
7 pm |
Grand Prairie Genealogical Society, monthly meeting.
Topic: Don Raney will speak on "British Migrations to the American Colonies". Donald Raney, an active genealogist for over 25 years, has been a frequent speaker at genealogical society meetings around Texas. He is currently teaching beginning, intermediate and advanced genealogy courses at Richland College. |
Monday, July 11,
7 pm |
U.T.A. professor Elisabeth Cawthon speaks on Elizabeth and her era. Topic: Food and dining in the Renaissance. |
Thursday, July 14,
7 pm |
Mystery Readers Club, monthly meeting.
Discussing Face Down Under the Wych Elm, by Kathy Lynn Emerson. |
Tuesday, July 19,
6:30 pm |
Film Series
Movie: To Be Announced |
Thursday, July 21,
2 pm |
Amazing Falcons, presented by On The Wing Again. |
Thursday, July 21,
6:30 pm |
"An Evening At The Old Globe Theatre of Grand Prairie" movie presentation. Betty Warmack Branch Library, 760 Bardin Road. |
Monday, July 25,
7:30 pm |
The Readers' Club discusses Kenilworth, by Sir Walter Scott. |
Tuesday, July 26,
6:30 pm |
Film Series
Movie: To Be Announced |
Thursday, July 28,
10 am and 7 pm |
Martha Hannah, Medieval Comedienne and Teller of Tales!
The 10 am performance is best for elementary-aged children. The 7 pm performance is best for middle-school aged children and familes. Martha uses songs, jokes, stories and more to bring the Middle Ages and the Renaissance to life in our own Meeting Room. This is the first time Martha has appeared at the Grand Prairie Library system - we are very excited about being able to sponsor her unique brand of performance.
This program is made possible by the Grand Prairie Arts Council and the money YOU raised for the Library with the Kroger Cares program. Thank you! |
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Saturday, July 30,
10 am to noon |
Local members of the SCA will present "Art and War in the Time of Elizabeth I", a free program. At 10 am will be a swordplay demonstration outside, followed by demonstrations of various arts and crafts in the meeting room. |
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Wednesday, August 3,
2 pm |
In Love With Shakespeare: A Program for Teens
Betty Warmack Branch Library |
Tuesday, August 2,
6:30 pm |
Film Series
Movie: To Be Announced |
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