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Weekly eNewsletterCheck out what’s going on at your library this week! |
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All Ages — Programs and Kits |
| Saturday, October 15, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMStop by the library and recycle all those old electronics that have been gathering dust. The library has partnered up with Midwest Computer Recycling to help you with recycling old electronics and metal items. | |
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| Wednesday, October 19, 4:30 – 5:30 PMLearn American Sign Language! Our mission is to come together as a community to learn American Sign Language (ASL) to bring awareness and communicate to individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or Non-Verbal. Play games and have fun while you learn the ASL alphabet and simple words and phrases! All Ages — Registration is required. | |
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| Thursday, October 20, 5:00 – 6:30 PMCome and get crafty at Crafter’s Corner! This program is crafting free time for all ages! Is there a craft that you’ve always wanted to try? Or do you need some extra space for a craft that you’ve been working on? Drop in anytime from 5-6:30 pm and stay for however long you need or like. All Ages — Registration is required. | |
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Adults — Programs and Kits |
| Monday, October 10, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Monday, October 24, 3:00 – 4:00 PMChair Yoga classes are wonderful movement opportunities for any adult with limited mobility who wants to increase and maintain flexibility. Participate virtually with Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes Yoga in Riverside through Zoom or by phone. Registration is required — We will be sending you a Zoom invitation via email. | |
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| Wednesday, October 12, 7:00 – 8:00 PMJoin us for an evening with two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward as she discusses how her literary vision and personal experiences address urgent questions about racism and social injustice. Registration is required — Virtual Program — It will be offered via Zoom. | |
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| Wednesday, October 19, 7:00 – 8:00 PMJoin us for the Popular Page Turners Book Club for an evening of engaging conversation discussing books in our favorite genres and areas of interest! We will be discussing A Discovery of Witches, by Deborah Harkness. Pick up this book on September 22 or later. Registration is required. | |
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| Friday, October 21, 1:00 – 3:05 PMJoin us each month to watch a newly released movie! This month’s movie is Downton Abbey: A New Era (PG): The Crawley family goes on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the dowager countess’s newly inherited villa. This film stars Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, and Elizabeth McGovern. Refreshments will also be available. | |
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| Saturday, October 22, 1:00 – 3:00 PMNew members are always welcome! Join fellow crafters from every skill level. Learn tips and tricks and share projects you’re creating. Registration is required. | |
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Teens — Programs and Kits |
| Friday, October 14, 4:30 – 5:45 PMCalling all anime fans! Discuss anime and manga with us. Participate in anime themed activities. Anime Club will take part in a Manga Book Club. Every meet-up we’ll discuss our club’s current manga and vote for future volumes to read. Manga may be limited. Grades 6-12 — Registration is required. | |
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| Monday, October 17, 5:00 – 6:00 PMCome get your spooky on! Learn how to make scars to impress your friends and finish off your Halloween costume. Watch a demonstration of different scar techniques and then try some on yourself. Teens and Adults — Limit 18 — Registration is required. | |
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Kids — Programs and Kits |
| Tuesday, October 11, 6:00 – 7:30 PMCome and practice your reading skills with Bailey, the Certified Therapy Dog! Be prepared for a kiss and cuddle from the 2-year-old Newfoundland! Grades PreK-5 — Registration is required. | |
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| Wednesday, October 12, 6:00 – 6:30 PMCozy in for an evening storytime with Miss Elizabeth. Come in your PJs and bring your favorite stuffed animal! Ages 0-5 — Registration is required. | |
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| Thursday, October 13, 4:30 – 5:30 PMPair up with an older child and take turns reading to each other and follow up with a book discussion, drawing together, a snack, and games! Grades PreK-8 — Registration is required. | |
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| Friday, October 14, 11:00 – 11:30 AM
Friday, October 21, 11:00 – 11:30 AMStart your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish. Ages 0-5 with Caregiver — Registration is required. | |
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| Monday, October 17, 5:00 – 6:30 PMJoin us for some light chess competition and instruction, if needed. Guaranteed not to be a stale(mate) evening! Grades 1+ — Registration is required. | |
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| Tuesday, October 18, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMGet your wiggles out with a toddler playtime! Different toys and games each week. Ages 0-5 — Registration is required. | |
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| Saturday, October 1 – Monday, October 31Stop by Kids Crossing all month long and play the Halloween scavenger hunt. Find all the Halloween ghouls hidden in the Kids Crossing and pick up a sweet treat! Grades PreK-5 — Registration is not required. |
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