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Atlantic Magazine Discussion Group (Virtual) (Wed., Mar 29th @ 12:00 PM)

Discuss current events as reported in the Atlantic Magazine. All are invited to join the conversation or to just listen. The conversations will be facilitated by Elizabeth Lane, Library Director.

We will be discussing the January/February 2023 issue articles:
1. Why Is She Like This? by Elaina Plott Calabro, p46-56

We will be discussing the March 2023 issue articles:
2. We’re Already in the Metaverse by Megan Garber, p18-27
3. Struck on One Side by Emil Sands, p60-65
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Gentle Yoga With Pia Oliveri (Virtual) (Wed., Mar 29th @ 12:00 PM)

Join us for yoga with Pia Oliveri
Pia is the Owner and Director of Wabi-Sabi Yoga and Wellness Center in South Windsor, CT. Through yoga, meditation and breath work she believes healing happens from the inside out. Her Gentle Yoga Class is a true representation of the Eight Limbs of Yoga! We will start with Meditation and breath work followed by seated postures and standing postures with the assistance of a chair.
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Invasive Species 101 (Virtual) (Wed., Mar 29th @ 6:30 PM)

Want to make a difference for wildlife by managing the vegetation in your surroundings? Join DEEP Wildlife Biologist Peter Picone as he shares tips and strategies for managing invasive non-native plants and enhancing areas with native plants. You will leave this talk prepared with practical knowledge and tips on creating a more biologically diverse area, and the ability to make a difference for wildlife, from monarch butterflies to wild turkeys.

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Opera Talk: Falstaff (Virtual) (Thur., Mar 30th @ 1:00 PM)

Want to make a difference for wildlife by managing the vegetation in your surroundings? Join DEEP Wildlife Biologist Peter Picone as he shares tips and strategies for managing invasive non-native plants and enhancing areas with native plants. You will leave this talk prepared with practical knowledge and tips on creating a more biologically diverse area, and the ability to make a difference for wildlife, from monarch butterflies to wild turkeys.

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Across a Northern Winter (Virtual) (Thur., Mar 30th @ 7:00 PM)

Come along on an adventure into the depths of a northern winter with Anders Morley, winner of the 2021 National Outdoor Book Award for travel writing, as he presents This Land of Snow, the story of his four-month journey through the wilds of northwestern Canada on cross-country skis. More than just a tale of adventure, This Land of Snow is a meditation on the coldest season and on the approach of mid-life, which Booklist Brenda Barrera has called a captivating memoir and an eloquent ode to the harsh beauty of winter. Morley will discuss and share anecdotes from his journey, read from his book, and show photographs from along the way.

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MONEY MONSTERS Take-Home Materials for Kids @ Prosser (Starting Apr. 3)

April is “Financial Literacy Month!” Packets for families with free materials from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) will be available at our Prosser Library location, while supplies last. These materials are perfect to help kids learn how to save, become good borrowers, and more! Packets are limited and will only be distributed while supplies last. Only one packet of information per family. Read more >

April 12th is “Drop Everything and Read” Day! (D.E.A.R.)

“Drop Everything and Read Day” (D.E.A.R.) is a national celebration of reading designed to remind families to make reading a priority activity in their lives. So, on April 12, families will be encouraged to take at least 30 minutes to put aside all distractions and enjoy books together! Let our BPL librarians help you find just the right reading material 🙂 Read more >