Library gearing up for 'Live & Learn'

The Live & Learn program is gearing up for fall programs with a preparedness theme. Live & Learn offers a variety presentations, workshops and activities for adults and young adults designed to broaden horizons and challenge minds.

First up is emergency communications. Join expert Don Goodrich and learn the basics of radio frequencies, various kinds of radio platforms such as ham radio and CB, how they work and what to do in an emergency. This class will be held at the Priest River Library on Thursday, Sept. 6, at 5:30 p.m. and will be repeated at the Blanchard Library at noon on Saturday, Sept. 29. No registration is necessary.

On Saturday, Sept. 22, bring a lunch and learn about life-giving CPR. Brandy Andrew will teach a four-hour class on community CPR that is intended for family members, caregivers and babysitters.

This class is not Red Cross certified, however, a certification of completion will be given. The session starts at 10 a.m. and is open to those 13 and up. Please register early as class size is limited.

Long-term storage will be the subject for a session to be held on Saturday, Sept. 29, 10:30 a.m. at Priest River. Learn how to be prepared for emergencies and adversity, and how to rotate and prepare stored food. A second class will be scheduled for Blanchard at a later date. No registration is necessary.

Information: Priest River Library, 208-448-2207 or library@westbonnerlibrary.org. Follow library programs and events at http://westbonner.lili.org and on Facebook: facebook.com/WestBonnerLibraries.