Join us to view this all time Christmas favorite! It’s a Wonderful Lif e was produced and directed by Frank Capra, that was based on the short story “The Greatest Gift”, written by Philip Van Doren Stern in 1939. Despite initially being considered a box office flop due to high production costs and stiff competition at the time of its release, the film has come to be regarded as a classic and is a staple of Christmas television around the world; and is considered one of the most inspirational and best loved movies in American cinema. 1946 130min G

For students attending Upper Arlington High School. If you attend UAHS and would like to expand your reading repertoire, UAHS and UAPL are partnering to offer an afternoon of lively discussion surrounding classics and contemporary literature. Stop by the UAHS Learning Center to pick up a copy of this month’s title or topic. Meeting will be held at UA Learning Center.

If you missed Caitlin McGurk’s great presentation in October on the art and history of comics, here’s another chance to discover the art of cartoons and get your questions answered right from home! Learn about the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum at OSU, see images of historical comics, and submit your questions on this special art form. Log on via our Facebook page or our website at chat.ualibrary.org, then join the conversation or just read along. Can’t join us live? Read the replay at any time.

Tie Dye It Yourself! Using Sharpie markers we’ll tie dye a t-shirt or whatever piece of clothing you choose to bring. We’ll also have a few other surprise projects for those that want to branch out!
Participants need to bring their own white or light colored t-shirt (100% cotton is best) or other piece of clothing to tie dye. Library will supply the Sharpies. For kids in grades 6 through 12. Registration required and starts on January 2. Recommended Reading: Sew Teen: make your own cool clothes by Sheila Zent

For students attending Upper Arlington High School. If you attend UAHS and would like to expand your reading repertoire, UAHS and UAPL are partnering to offer an afternoon of lively discussion surrounding classics and contemporary literature. Stop by the UAHS Learning Center to pick up a copy of this month’s title or topic. Meeting will be held at UA Learning Center.