Name:
Sylvia Shults: 44 Years in Darkness
Date:
June 27, 2017
Time:
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CDT
Event Description:
Local author and folklorist Sylvia Shults returns to Washington District Library to speak about her latest book, 44 Years in Darkness: A True Story of Madness, Tragedy and Shattered Love. Rhoda Derry was committed by her family to an almshouse and lived in horrific conditions for forty years before being rescued by a doctor at the Peoria State Hospital. Expect a chilling history of mental health care and an intriguing look at our region at the turn of the twentieth century.
Ongoing Programs & Features
StoryWalk in Washington Park
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 Love Monster by Rachel Bright.
FoWL Booksale Donations
Looking for something to do this weekend? How about spring cleaning your bookshelves!
Friends of Washington District Library is accepting book, DVD, and CD donations for our Spring Booksale. Donations will be accepted March 30 – April 12 during open hours at the Main Library.
Save the date for the Spring Booksale: April 17 @ 1:00 PM – April 21
