April 2022
Registration is required for all programs. You can sign up by clicking any program below
Programs for Adults
If you do not already receive emails about programs from us, please be sure to contact the library 🙂
**Marked programs were made possible through the “American Rescue Plan: Humanities Grant for Libraries.”
Sat. 4/2 at 2pm “Ebay 101 with Mike Ivankovich” (Virtual)
This program is ideal for those who have rarely or never used eBay, but want to learn about Buying & Selling on it. Mike & Sue Ivankovich will explain the basics of using eBay including: Getting Started; How to Buy on eBay; How to Locate Treasures; Using eBay to Determine the Market Interest & Value in Specific Categories; How to Gauge the Reputation of Sellers & Buyers; How to Sell on eBay; What It Costs to Sell; How To List an Item; and How You Can Use eBay as a Part-Time Job. First in a series sponsored by the Friends of the Library in Oxford.
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Tues. 4/5 at 6pm “Creative Writing Club” (In-person/Virtual hybrid)
Join us for writing prompts and exchange ideas! Objects and imagery focus.
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Thurs. 4/7 at 2pm: Historical Book Club ”The Winemaker’s Wife by Kristin Harmel” (In-person/Virtual hybrid)
Champagne, 1940: Inès has just married Michel, the owner of storied champagne house Maison Chauveau, when the Germans invade. As the danger mounts, Michel turns his back on his marriage to begin hiding munitions for the Résistance. New York, 2019: Liv Kent has just lost everything when her eccentric French grandmother shows up unannounced, insisting on a trip to France. But the older woman has an ulterior motive—and a tragic, decades-old story to share.
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Thurs. 4/7 at 6pm – FOLIO Meeting (Virtual)
The Friends of the Library in Oxford is devoted to providing supplementary programs, services, and equipment to increase the scope and effectiveness of the Oxford Public Library and to raise funds.
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Sat.. 4/9 at 2pm “Adult Craft: Origami Butterflies with book pages” (Virtual/in-person hybrid)
Come make a origami butterfly series using book pages and origami paper as your mediums.
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Thurs. 4/21 at 6pm : Fiction Book Club “Transcendent Kingdom By Yaa Gyasi” (In-person/virtual hybrid) We are joining All CT Reads program this month with our discussion of this novel.
Gifty is a fifth-year candidate in neuroscience at Stanford School of Medicine studying reward-seeking behavior in mice and the neural circuits of depression and addiction. Her brother, Nana, was a gifted high school athlete who died of a heroin overdose after a knee injury left him hooked on OxyContin. Her suicidal mother is living in her bed. Gifty is determined to discover the scientific basis for the suffering she sees all around her. But even as she turns to the hard sciences to unlock the mystery of her family’s loss, she finds herself hungering for her childhood faith and grappling with the evangelical church in which she was raised.
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Sat.. 4/23 at 10 am,12pm, 2pm “Earth Day Movie Marathon” (In-person)
Your choice of movies dealing with climate and conservation.
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**Thurs. 4/28 at 6pm : Author Talk—Travel with Purpose: A Field Guide to Voluntourism by Jeff Blumenfeld. (Virtual)
His talk covers some of the world’s most historic expeditions and adventures with an eye towards how people can gain funding for their own travels and make human connections.
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**Sat.. 4/30 at 2pm “Adult Author Sheryl Kayne—Volunteer Vacations Across America and Immersion Travel USA (In-person/Virtual hybrid)
Planning now for your summer vacation? Where would you like to go and what you like to do? Have you ever considered adding in volunteering? There are all kinds of wonderful opportunities for adults, and all ages of families.
April Programs for Kids and Teens
**Marked programs were made possible by through the “American Rescue Plan: Humanities Grant for Libraries.”
SPECIAL VISITORS COMING IN APRIL!
**Special Visitor! “Sing Me a Fairy Tale” with Michele Urban (Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome!)
Sat. 4/9 from 10am—11:15am
Sing me a Fairy Tale is a musical storytelling series where classic fairy tale stories are retold with music, interactive singing & dancing, imaginative rhythm activities and rhythm instruments, enabling children and parents to creatively explore the variety of themes in a new and exciting way.
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Special Visitor! Rotary Club Story Time (All Ages)
Sat. 4/9 from 2pm—3pm
The Seymour/Oxford Rotary Club will be special guest readers on Saturday April 9th for a fun Spring and Easter themed Story Time!
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**Special Visitor! “The Art of Henna” with Jamilah Zebarth (Ages 10+)
Tues. 4/12 at 5:30pm
Professional henna artist, Jamilah Zebarth, will host a PowerPoint presentation detailing the history, origin and traditions of henna. Then, each participant with get a professionally applied henna design!
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Special Visitor! “Outdoor Discovery” with White Memorial (Ages 5+)
Weds. 4/13 at 11am
The professionals from White Memorial will lead participants in several fun physical activities, including a seek-and-find mission to spy natural items, from cones to acorns to feathers to live critters! Participants will truly get to be immersed in their outdoor environment, wherever it is, while learning some fun facts and ID tips about the natural items all around them.
APRIL PROGRAMS FOR INFANTS – PRESCHOOL
Every Wednesday at 10am “Baby Time!”
Recommended for friends who are still practicing tummy time up to friends just starting to walk. Baby Time is very focused on interaction between the adult and baby attending! Baby Time will be held outside, weather permitting.
Weds. 4/13
Weds. 4/20
Weds. 4/27
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Every Friday at 10am “Toddler Time!”
Toddler Time is also about interaction and movement! Interactive stories, lots of dancing, lots of games! Perfect for high energy kiddos! Toddler Time will be held outside, weather permitting.
Fri. 4/1
Fri. 4/8
Fri. 4/22
Fri. 4/29
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**Special Visitor! “Sing Me a Fairy Tale” with Michele Urban (Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome!)
Sat. 4/9 from 10am—11:15am
Sing me a Fairy Tale is a musical storytelling series where classic fairy tale stories are retold with music, interactive singing & dancing, imaginative rhythm activities and rhythm instruments, enabling children and parents to creatively explore the variety of themes in a new and exciting way.
APRIL PROGRAMS FOR KINDERGARTEN – 3RD GRADE
Elementary Book Club (Ages 5—9)
Sat. 4/2 from 1pm-1:45pm
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LEGO Challenge—Tues. 4/5 at 4pm
Join us to work on this month’s challenge, which is to build an item, scene, or character from your favorite book!
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**Special Visitor! “Sing Me a Fairy Tale” with Michele Urban (Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome!)
Sat. 4/9 from 10am—11:15am
Sing me a Fairy Tale is a musical storytelling series where classic fairy tale stories are retold with music, interactive singing & dancing, imaginative rhythm activities and rhythm instruments, enabling children and parents to creatively explore the variety of themes in a new and exciting way.
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Special Visitor! “Outdoor Discovery” with White Memorial (Ages 5+)
Weds. 4/13 at 11am
The professionals from White Memorial will lead participants in several fun physical activities, including a seek-and-find mission to spy natural items, from cones to acorns to feathers to live critters! Participants will truly get to be immersed in their outdoor environment, wherever it is, while learning some fun facts and ID tips about the natural items all around them.
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STEM Challenge All Ages (Suggested for 4 and up) – Tues. 4/19 at 4pm
We will be trying to build the tallest tower possible with a variety of materials and designs.
APRIL PROGRAMS FOR 4TH GRADE – 6TH GRADE
**Special Visitor! “The Art of Henna” with Jamilah Zebarth (Ages 10+)
Tues. 4/12 at 5:30pm
Professional henna artist, Jamilah Zebarth, will host a PowerPoint presentation detailing the history, origin and traditions of henna. Then, each participant with get a professionally applied henna design!
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Special Visitor! “Outdoor Discovery” with White Memorial (Ages 5+)
Weds. 4/13 at 11am
The professionals from White Memorial will lead participants in several fun physical activities, including a seek-and-find mission to spy natural items, from cones to acorns to feathers to live critters! Participants will truly get to be immersed in their outdoor environment, wherever it is, while learning some fun facts and ID tips about the natural items all around them.
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TWeen Night (Ages 8—11)
Tues. 4/19 from 5:30pm-7pm: Pocket Poems!
In honor of National Poetry Month, we will be using cut out pieces from books and magazines to create mini poems on the inside of a seashell
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Intermediate Book Club (Ages 8—11)
Sat. 4/23 from 1pm-1:45pm
APRIL PROGRAMS FOR 7TH GRADE – 12TH GRADE
Teen Book Club (Ages 12-18)
Sat. 4/16 from 1pm-1:45pm
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Teen Night (Ages 12-18) –
Tues. 4/26 from 5:30pm-7pm: Pocket Poems
In honor of National Poetry Month, we will be using cut out pieces from books and magazines to create mini poems on the inside of a seashell.
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Volunteer Time
Sat. 4/2 at 11am
Wed. 4/6 at 3pm
Sat. 4/16 at 11am
Wed. 4/20 at 3pm
Sat. 4/30 at 11am
Help organize, prep for programs, and choose new books!
APRIL PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES (PRE-K+)
Every Monday “Kid’s Take and Make Crafts”
All supplies and instructions are provided in a kit which can be picked up outside of the library each Monday. Please be sure to sign up for each week!
Mon. 4/4 – April Showers
Mon. 4/11 – On the Farm
Mon. 4/18 – Sun and Rainbow
Mon. 4/25 – Bug Magnets!
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All Ages Story Time—Every Thursday at 5:30pm / Every Friday at 11am
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for the whole family! Story Time will be held outside, weather permitting.
Fri. 4/1 at 11am
Thurs. 4/7 ay 5:30pm
Fri. 4/8 at 11am
Thurs. 4/14
Thurs. 4/21
Fri. 4/22
Thurs. 4/28
Fri. 4/29
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Homeschool Hangout—Wed. 4/27 from 1pm-2pm
If you have ever provided, or considered, homeschool – join us to share ideas, advice, and just to socialize. There will be plenty of activities for the kids, regardless of age 🙂
May 2022
Registration is required for all programs. You can sign up by clicking any program below
Programs for Adults
If you do not already receive emails about programs from us, please be sure to contact the library 🙂
**Marked programs were made possible through the “American Rescue Plan: Humanities Grant for Libraries.”
Tues. 5/3 at 6pm “Adult Craft: Birdhouse Craft Paint Night
(in-person)
Come paint and decorate a birdhouse for your garden using acrylics. Limited to 6.
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Thurs. 5/5 at 6pm FOLIO Meeting
(Virtual)
The Friends of the Library in Oxford is devoted to providing supplementary programs, services, and equipment to increase the scope and effectiveness of the Oxford Public Library and to raise funds.
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Sat. 5/7 at 2pm “Etsy 101 with Kate Hellman”
(Virtual)
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This program is ideal for those who have rarely or never used Etsy to sell their crafts or goods, but want to learn about setting up their own shop. Second in a series sponsored by the Friends of the Library in Oxford.
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**Tues. 5/10 at 6pm “Storyworthy : Engage, Teach, Persuade, And Change Your Life Through The Power Of Storytelling by Matthew Dicks”
(Virtual)
On a first date or job interview, in a sales presentation or therapy appointment, with family or friends, we are constantly narrating events and interpreting emotions and actions. In so doing, we make choices about what to emphasize and what to leave out. We frame and explain in order to amuse, rationalize, or just plain vent. The author, acclaimed for his storytelling on stages, the radio, and in novels including Memoirs of an Imaginary Friend, is also an award-winning teacher. His wonderfully straightforward and engaging tips and techniques for constructing, telling, and polishing any story show that anyone can learn to be an appealing storyteller; that everyone has something story worthy to express; and, perhaps most importantly, that the act of creating and telling a tale is a powerful way of understanding and enhancing one’s own life.
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Thurs. 5/12 from 9am to 6pm FOLIO Book and Bake Sale
Come in to find some great books and audiobooks bargains, or some sweet or savory baked treats during this fundraiser by the Friends of the Library in Oxford!
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Thurs. 5/12 at 6pm “Vegetable Garden Planting Guide with Miss Dawn”
(Virtual)
Come learn about best practices, resources, and hints and tips for creating the crops you want to eat from your backyard!
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Sat. 5/14 at 1:30pm “Online Safety Tech Class with Mike Ingber”
(In-person)
First of 3 tech classes this Spring, with a focus on cybersecurity and staying safe online with instructor Mike Ingber.
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Wed. 5/18 at 7pm Library Board of Directors Meeting
(In-person/virtual hybrid)
Open to the public.
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Thurs. 5/19 at 6pm “Fiction Book Club: The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan”
(In-person/virtual hybrid)
Anthony Peardew is the Keeper of Lost Things and has sought consolation from the long-ago loss of his fiancée by lovingly rescuing lost objects—the things others have dropped, misplaced, or accidently left behind. Realizing that he’s running out of time, he leaves his beautiful house and all the collected treasures to his unsuspecting assistant, Laura, the one person he trusts to fulfill his legacy. But when she moves into his lovely old Victorian mansion, her life suddenly begins to change. Anthony’s final wishes set in motion a most serendipitous series of encounters as Laura sets out to realize Anthony’s last wish: reuniting his cherished lost objects with their owners.
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Sat. 5/21 at 1:30pm “Google Drive and Sharing Files Online Tech Class with Mike Ingber”
(In-person)
Focusing on safely sharing files online using programs like Google Drive with instructor Mike Ingber.
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Tues. 5/24 at 6pm “Adult Craft: Salt Scrubs”
(in-person)
Miss Dawn will lead you into making a scented salt bath scrub. Limited to 10.
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Thurs. 5/26 at 6pm Libby E-books and Audiobooks
(Virtual)
Miss Dawn will update you on new features in the Libby app to find and download ebooks and audiobooks using your library card.
May Programs for Kids and Teens
**Marked programs were made possible by through the “American Rescue Plan: Humanities Grant for Libraries.”
SPECIAL VISITORS COMING IN MAY!
**Special Visitor! CT Historical Society Presents “Characters from Colonial Connecticut” (Ages 8-12)
Sat. 5/7 from 10am—11:15am
After a short introduction, students work in teams of 4-5 to learn about a character from colonial Connecticut, such as a tinsmith, tavern keeper, Patriot soldier, enslaved person, or Woodland Indian trader. Each group explores one “identity box,” handling reproduction artifacts, practicing close observation skills, and completing a series of activities related to their character’s life.
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Special Visitor! Sticker Book Publishing Presents “Women’s History Sticker Book” (Ages 8-13)
Thurs. 5/12 from 5pm—6pm
Join us with our special visitor from Sticker Book Publishing to build your own history book! Each participant will receive a sticker book that is yours to keep! We will learn fun and amazing facts about women’s history and fill out your sticker book as we go. Space is limited to only 10 so be sure to sign up ASAP!
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**Special Visitor! CT Historical Society Presents “On the Move: Immigration and Migration to Connecticut ” (Ages 8-12)
Sat. 5/14 from 10am—11:15am
This program introduces students to a variety of 20th century stories about moving to Connecticut. An introductory game of chance looks at the difficult choices and conditions faced by immigrants throughout history. Students then work in teams to examine artifacts from “immigration trunks” and uncover many different family stories about moving to Connecticut.
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**Special Visitor! Institute for American Indian Studies Presents “Little Life Lessons ” (Ages 5+)
Sat. 5/28 from 12pm-1:15pm
Travel back 1000 years to the Eastern Woodlands! Educators will bring the museum experience to your class with images, tools and natural materials. Your students will learn about village life through handling replicated items and furs and get the chance to pick stories from a traditional rabbit bag. These Native American stories teach children today how moral lessons were passed through generations before fables were written in books.
MAY PROGRAMS FOR INFANTS – PRESCHOOL
Every Monday “Kid’s Take and Make Crafts”
All supplies and instructions are provided in a kit which can be picked up outside of the library each Monday.
Click a date to sign up for that Take and Make:
5/2 5/9 5/16 5/23 5/30
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Every Wednesday at 10am “Baby Time!”
No Baby Time 5/4—Ms. Robyn at CLA Conference
Recommended for friends who are still practicing tummy time up to friends just starting to walk. Baby Time is very focused on interaction between the adult and baby attending! Baby Time will be held outside, weather permitting.
Click a date to sign up for that week:
5/11 5/18 5/25
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Every Friday at 10am “Toddler Time!”
Toddler Time is also about interaction and movement! Interactive stories, lots of dancing, lots of games! Perfect for high energy kiddos!
Click a date to sign up for that week:
5/6 5/13 5/20 5/27
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All Ages Story Time—Every Thursday at 5:30pm / Every Friday at 11am
No Story Time 5/12—Special visitor coming!
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for the whole family! Story Time will be held outside, weather permitting.
Click a date to sign up for that week:
Thursdays: 5/5 5/19 5/26
Fridays: 5/6 5/13 5/20 5/27
MAY PROGRAMS FOR KINDERGARTEN – 3RD GRADE
Every Monday “Kid’s Take and Make Crafts”
All supplies and instructions are provided in a kit which can be picked up outside of the library each Monday.
5/2 5/9 5/16 5/23 5/30
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All Ages Story Time—Every Thursday at 5:30pm / Every Friday at 11am
No Story Time 5/12—Special visitor coming!
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for the whole family! Story Time will be held outside, weather permitting.
Thursdays: 5/5 5/19 5/26
Fridays: 5/6 5/13 5/20 5/27
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LEGO Challenge—Tues. 5/3 from 4pm-5pm
Join us to work on this month’s challenge, which is to build a boat that floats!
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STEM Challenge All Ages (Suggested for 4 and up)
Thurs. 5/19 from 4pm-5pm
We will be experimenting with layering and blending color to creating blooming flower art
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**Special Visitor! Institute for American Indian Studies Presents “Little Life Lessons ” (Ages 5+)
Sat. 5/28 from 12pm-1:15pm
Travel back 1000 years to the Eastern Woodlands! Educators will bring the museum experience to your class with images, tools and natural materials. Your students will learn about village life through handling replicated items and furs and get the chance to pick stories from a traditional rabbit bag. These Native American stories teach children today how moral lessons were passed through generations before fables were written in books.
MAY PROGRAMS FOR 4TH GRADE – 6TH GRADE
TWeen Night (Ages 8—11)
Tues. 5/3 from 5:30pm—7pm
Drama Day—Improv acting challenges
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**Special Visitor! CT Historical Society Presents “Characters from Colonial Connecticut” (Ages 8-12)
Sat. 5/7 from 10am—11:15am
After a short introduction, students work in teams of 4-5 to learn about a character from colonial Connecticut, such as a tinsmith, tavern keeper, Patriot soldier, enslaved person, or Woodland Indian trader. Each group explores one “identity box,” handling reproduction artifacts, practicing close observation skills, and completing a series of activities related to their character’s life.
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Special Visitor! Sticker Book Publishing Presents “Women’s History Sticker Book” (Ages 8-13)
Thurs. 5/12 from 5pm—6pm
Join us with our special visitor from Sticker Book Publishing to build your own history book! Each participant will receive a sticker book that is yours to keep! We will learn fun and amazing facts about women’s history and fill out your sticker book as we go. Space is limited to only 10 so be sure to sign up ASAP!
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**Special Visitor! CT Historical Society Presents “On the Move: Immigration and Migration to Connecticut ” (Ages 8-12)
Sat. 5/14 from 10am—11:15am
This program introduces students to a variety of 20th century stories about moving to Connecticut. An introductory game of chance looks at the difficult choices and conditions faced by immigrants throughout history. Students then work in teams to examine artifacts from “immigration trunks” and uncover many different family stories about moving to Connecticut.
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TWeen Night (Ages 8—11)
Tues. 5/17 from 5:30pm-7pm
Craft “Chopped”- Create an original craft with a basket of mystery items
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TWeen Night (Ages 8—11)
Tues. 5/31from 5:30pm-7pm
Pocket Poems—We will use cut outs of words to create mini poems on worry-stones
MAY PROGRAMS FOR 7TH GRADE – 12TH GRADE
Teen Night (Ages 12-18)
Tues. 5/10 from 5:30pm-7pm
Drama Day—Improv acting challenges
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Teen Night (Ages 12-18)
Tues. 5/24 from 5:30pm-7pm
Craft “Chopped” – Create an original craft with a basket of mystery items
MAY PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES (PRE-K+)
Every Monday “Kid’s Take and Make Crafts”
All supplies and instructions are provided in a kit which can be picked up outside of the library each Monday.
5/2 5/9 5/16 5/23 5/30
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LEGO Challenge—Tues. 5/3 from 4pm-5pm
Join us to work on this month’s challenge, which is to build a boat that floats!
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Homeschool Hangout
Wed. 5/11 from 1pm-2pm
Weds. 5/25 from 1pm-2pm
If you have ever provided, or considered, homeschool – join us to share ideas, advice, and just to socialize. There will be plenty of activities for the kids, regardless of age 🙂
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STEM Challenge All Ages (Suggested for 4 and up) – Thurs. 5/19 from 4pm-5pm
We will be experimenting with layering and blending color to creating blooming flower art
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**Special Visitor! Institute for American Indian Studies Presents “Little Life Lessons ” (Ages 5+)
Sat. 5/28 from 12pm-1:15pm
Travel back 1000 years to the Eastern Woodlands! Educators will bring the museum experience to your class with images, tools and natural materials. Your students will learn about village life through handling replicated items and furs and get the chance to pick stories from a traditional rabbit bag. These Native American stories teach children today how moral lessons were passed through generations before fables were written in books.