Iola Public Library offers several programs in August.
The Intrepid Readers book discussion group meets at 2 p.m. Thursday to talk about the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Overstory by Richard Powers.
What can Iola High School fans expect this fall? The library offers a fall sports preview at 7 p.m. Aug. 6. Attendees will get an early glimpse as IHS coaches for football, volleyball, and cross country give the inside scoop and answer questions.
A summer-reading wrap-up movie, The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, will be shown at 6 p.m. Aug. 9. The movie is free, but those wishing to attend should register for a ticket by Monday.
Classic Movie Matinee will be at 2 p.m. Aug. 15. San Francisco, the 1936 hit about the 1906 earthquake, stars Academy Award-winners Clark Gable and Spencer Tracy as best friends and rivals, rogue and priest, fighting for the soul of a beautiful singer (Jeanette McDonald) and one of the worlds greatest cities. This big-budget production was one of the first disaster movies; its special effects still amaze. Those wishing to attend should sign up for free tickets.
At the August Pinterest Party, attendees will be making a faux kitchen scale. Its at 6 p.m. Aug. 19. Pre-registration and a fee of $3 are required by Aug. 16.
