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Here is what's happening @ ELPL
Weeks of
March 10th - March 25th
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LAST WEEK - Bruins PJ Drive 2/15 - 3/15 | |
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Drop off New PJs between now - 3/15.
ELPL is collecting new PJs for local children in need. Bring brand new pajamas sizes birth - 16 to the ELPL lobby from February 15th - March 15th. This PJ drive is organized by Cradles to Crayons®, the Boston Bruins, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and Wonderfund supporting local communities in need.
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Teen Board Games
Monday, 3/13 @ 3:00
Stop by the Library Community Room to relax and play some board games. Play an old favorite with friends or learn a new game.
This program is open to teens in grades 7 to 12.
Funded by the Friends of the ELPL.
Drop in
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Thursday Tech Help
Thursday, 3/16 @ 2:00
Bring your device and your questions to the library conference room for some help from the library Technology Coordinator.
All levels are welcome.
REGISTER HERE
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Friday Flicks: ELVIS
Friday, 3/17 @ 1:00
This film explores the life of Elvis Presley seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker. Starring Tom Hanks and Austin Butler.
Rated PG-13
Funded by the Friends of the ELPL.
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Teen "No Book" Book Club
Tuesday, 3/21 @ 3:00
No assigned reading this month. Teens are invited to stop by and share their favorite reads, learn about new books, and have some snacks.
Registration is optional.
Funded by the Friends of the ELPL.
REGISTER HERE
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Origami Workshop
Wednesday, 3/22 @ 6:00
Join our monthly Origami Workshop with an experienced instructor from Valley Folders. This month we will be making colorful butterflies!
Funded by the Friends of East Longmeadow Public Library.
REGISTER HERE
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Get a Boston Public Library eCard
Thursday, 3/23 @ 10:00
Join our Technology Coordinator for this program to sign up for a Boston Public Library eCard and learn about some of the great resources that you access with the card. This program is offered both in person at the library and on Zoom.
REGISTER HERE
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Adult Book Group
Friday, 3/24 @ 11:00
Join us to discuss the book The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab. Books can be checked out at the Circulation Desk.
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Lego Build - All Ages
Saturday, 3/11 @ 10:00-2:00
During our Lego Build, we will have a variety of materials so your child can create a special piece of art.
Stop by the Children's Department anytime between 10 am and 2 pm.
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Board Games - All Ages
Saturday, 3/18 @ 10:00-2:00
Play a favorite game or try a new one.
We will have a variety of games available.
Stop by anytime between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm.
All ages are welcome with adult supervision.
Drop in
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Art Time - Ages 3-6
Thursday, 3/23 @ 10:30
Enjoy a story and then have fun creating a special art project.
Please note, we might get messy so dress appropriately.
This program is for children ages 3-6.
REGISTER HERE
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STEAM Saturday - All Ages
Saturday, 3/18 @ 10:00-2:00
Explore and create with a variety of STEAM-based items.
Stop by the Children's activity room anytime between 10 am and 2 pm.
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Page Turners - Grade 5 +
Monday, 3/27 @ 4:30
Please read in advance, The War that Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley.
Copies of this book are available to borrow from the Circulation Desk. Additionally, this title can be ordered as an audiobook or downloaded through Libby as an E-book or E-audio.
REGISTER HERE
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Funny Bonz - Grade 3 & 4
Tuesday, 3/28 @ 4:30
Children will have the opportunity to hear directly from the series creators in an episode of the Super Coo Club.
Learn to draw "Rock the Pigeon" and create a one-of-a-kind watercolor of "Homey the Pigeon".
Please read in advance the book Real Pigeons Fight Crime by Andrew McDonald.
Books are available to borrow from the Circulation Desk.
REGISTER HERE
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PATHWAY FOR PARENTS CHILDREN PROGRAMS | |
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These programs are sponsored by Pathways for Parents and funded by the
Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant through the
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
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Newbies Birth - 15 months
Friday, March 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 9:45
Participants in this group will receive developmental milestone information, ways to engage in floor time play, resources, and opportunities to connect to other caregivers of children this age. Registered participants will be signing up for all 3 sessions.
REGISTER HERE
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Grow Play Learn Birth - 5 yrs
Friday, March 3, 10, 17, 24 @ 10:30
This group will include a storytime curriculum, fun play activities, and the Ages and Stages Questionnaire. Registered participants will be signing up for all 3 sessions.
REGISTER HERE
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Parent Training Embedding Gratitude
Monday, 3/20 @ 6:30 on Zoom
In this training parents and caregivers will learn the important effects of gratitude and its connection to resilience. In addition the workshop will go over easy, research based practices that help cultivate gratitude in kids as well as parents.
REGISTER HERE
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STEAM Ages K-2
Monday, 3/13 @ 4:30 on Zoom
This virtual group will meet on Zoom.
Children and families will explore the concepts of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math while completing the activity of Make your own Cloud Dough.
Families can pick up the materials at the library. REGISTER HERE
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Kit Creation Ages 2-5
Friday, 3/17 @ 12:00
Create a Playdough Sensory experience with materials to develop your own play scene.
Children will have fun creating a special emotions scene using homemade playdough.
REGISTER HERE
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Exercise and Emotions Ages 2-5
Wednesday, 3/22 @ 4:30
We will work on supporting the expression of big and small emotions while moving through different forms of exercise.
This is a virtual group that will meet on Zoom.
REGISTER HERE
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