June is the season for wedding bells! Ever wonder WHY we throw garters, clink glasses, choose bridesmaids or have the groom stand on the right? Discover the quirky, fascinating, and sometimes hilarious beginnings of our American wedding traditions. In this 40-minute presentation, former Washington District Library children’s clerk and marketing manager, Mary Penn will give us all of the history of wedding traditions. If you missed this presentation in January at the Washington Historical Society, you’ll now get to see it without going out in sub-zero temps and slogging through snow! If you already saw it in January, that was just the practice run. You’ll learn a few more things during this expanded rerun that weren’t included in, what we’ll call, the wedding rehearsal! Men will enjoy the silliness too – promise. We’ll have a tea room atmosphere and treats, so invite a friend and share the smiles! Our Speaker Series is from 1-3PM every fourth Monday of the month. Refreshments will be available and you do NOT have to be a Five Points member to come to our speaker series. Check out our next speaker we have coming later this summer.
Take a walk through Washington Park and enjoy a story as you stroll! Beginning at the parking lot located on the Lincoln Grade School side of Washington Park, follow the sidewalk to read a story. This two-month session’s book is There Was a Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow by Lucille Colandro..
Washington Winter Walkabout – February 1-28
Bundle up and join us for the 2nd Annual Washington Winter Walkabout, hosted by the Washington Chamber of Commerce! This month-long, town-wide scavenger hunt runs all February and invites community members to explore Washington while supporting local businesses along the way. More information www.washingtonilcoc.com/washington-winter-walkabout
Animal Rescue Giving Tree at Washington District Library – Sunnyland Branch
Help the Tazewell County Animal Shelter stock their shelves and provide newly adopted animals with the essentials they need. Beginning February 1, 2026, select ornaments with items to donate, purchase the items, and bring them back to the Sunnyland Branch by March 10th.
