On the Farm Storytime with Miss Sheila (YouTube, starting May 16)
What Farm stories will Miss Sheila read today? This YouTube video will be available starting on May 16th. Read more >
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Opera Talk: Un Ballo in Maschera (Virtual) (Tues., May 18th @ 1:00 PM)
Verdi’s “Ballo” is about the assassination of a Head of State. This is no laughing matter. Nevertheless, the opera is sprinkled with characters getting the giggles and the chuckles. Jeffrey Engel will detail the background of “Un Ballo in Maschera,” play musical highlights, and explain why laughter plays a part in such a dark subject.
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A History of Asians in America with Dr. Jason Chang (Virtual)(Tues., May 18th @ 6:30 PM)
Dr. Jason Chang will help us to understand more about these events by providing participants with an overview of Asian American history and point to actions people can take to combat racism in their community Read more >
Virtual Fieldtrip: THE NEGRO LEAGUES BASEBALL MUSEUM (Fri., May 21 @ 10:30 AM) (Grades K-2)
Please join this 45 min. Zoom program presented by Ray Doswell of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (Kansas City, MO). Ray will discuss famous players and the history of baseball. He will also share the story of Just Like Josh Gibson. Best suited for Grades K-2. Registration required to receive Zoom details. Read more >
On the Farm Storytime with Miss Sheila (YouTube, starting May 23)
What Farm stories will Miss Sheila read today? This YouTube video will be available starting on May 23rd. Read more >
Tween Book Club: DR. STONE #1 (May 24 @ 5:00 PM) (Zoom)
Our May Tween Book Club will discuss the super popular science-themed manga, DR. STONE #1. And best of all, I will actually give out paperback copies of the book to keep for anyone interested in joining the discussion (while supplies last)! Just call either location to schedule a curbside pickup. Register online to receive zoom details to join the May discussion. Read more >
Up-to-Date Coronavirus Information
Visit the library’s Health Resources page for the latest information on Coronoavirus (COVID-19), including travel information and how to talk to children about the virus. Read more >
Science Bytes: STRAWBERRY DNA EXTRACTION (YouTube, starting May 5)
In this episode of Science Bytes, Miss Nicole will show viewers how to extract DNA from a strawberry! You provide the strawberry, and we’ll give you all the other tools you’ll need! Kits with supplies will be available with curbside pickup at either of our locations starting on April 26th. One kit per child, while supplies last. Read more >
Talewise presents EARTH DAY: REVENGE OF THE TOXIC ROBOT (Video available April 1-30)
When the town’s park is suddenly gated and locked, a group of friends decides to investigate. Their adventure leads them deep into the woods, where they are chased away by an eccentric robot powered by toxic sludge! The link for free access to the video and activities will be available April 1st-April 30.
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VIRTUAL Chair Pilates & Toning (Zoom) (Wed., May 19th @ 11:30 AM)
Come join Jeff Shealey for chair pilates and toning. Pilates is designed to strengthen core & abdominal muscles, which results in improving your entire body, making routine, daily tasks easier. Read more >