Vol. 4: No. 4 | January 28, 2022
WHICH MOVIES ARE THESE QUOTES FROM?? 
(Answers at the bottom of the newsletter)

  1. "Here's looking at you, kid."
  2. "I'll make him an offer he can't refuse."
  3. "Show me the money!"
  4. "You can't handle the truth!"
  5. "You've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel lucky?' Well, do ya, punk?" 
  6. "May the Force be with you."
  7. "You're gonna need a bigger boat."
Highlights
Try before you buy!!

Our Library of Things has great items you can check out including a Roomba!

It's Tax Season!
We are partnering once again this year with VITA to assist with tax preparation. Call 603-886-6030 and ask for the Reference Desk for information on obtaining a VITA packet and scheduling drop-off appointments.
Monthly Book Raffle: Enter to Win!
Wish You Were Here
by Jodi Picoult
Through Monday, January 31st
Enter your name for a chance to win Wish You Were Here by best-selling author Jodi Picoult!
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How to enter:
  • Visit the library and complete a raffle ticket.
  • Email Adult Services Librarian Amy Friedman at amyfriedman@rodgerslibrary.org and request she enter your name. Please include your name and phone number.

Only one entry per person per day. Enter your name every day for more chances to win!

Click on the book image for the Goodreads description.
Upcoming Events
Curious Kids: Ice Painting
Monday, January 31 @ 10:00am
Drop-in preschool sensory playtime. For ages 2-5. 

Stop by between 10:00 and 11:00 to participate in three or more centers. Only 10 people allowed in the room at a time. We will rotate participants on a first come, first served basis. Most children spend about 15 minutes trying the sensory centers. 

Registration required. A caregiver should accompany the child or children. Please indicate the number in your party (including infants).
 
Masks required for all patrons ages 3+ while in the building. 
Page Turners: Captain Underpants
Monday, January 31 @ 4:00pm
Register your child for our kid's book club! This program meets twice a month. At both meetings we will do different activities relating to the world of the book (games, crafts, snacks, etc.) as well as discuss it. Grades 1-5. 
Adventurers Storytime:
Do You Want to Build a Snowman?
Tuesday, February 1 @ 10:00am
Join Ms. Tanya for stories, songs, games, and activities. For ages 3-5. 
 
Registration required. Caretaker participates with their child or children. Please indicate the number in your party

*Masks required. 
Tween Scene DIY: Bleach Pen T-shirts
Tuesday, February 1 @ 3:30pm
Tweens entering 4th-8th grades are invited to come to the library and make a DIY creation. 
Create a unique T-shirt design using a bleach pen. 
All supplies provided. 
Pokémon Club
Tuesday, February 1 @ 6:00pm
Pokémon Club returns! Drop in to play the game, trade cards, hang out, and draw fanart.

Due to COVID, we are only allowed to have 20 kids at a time attend this program. 

Please note: This program is only for children ages 6+. 
Movers & Shakers
Wednesday, February 2 @ 10:00am
Toddler Storytime for kids that don't sit still for long. Songs, stories, games, and activities for ages 1-3. 

Masks required for all patrons ages 3+. 

Limited space. Registration is required. Caretaker participates with child or children. Please indicate how many will attend. 
Movers & Shakers
Wednesday, February 2 @ 10:30am
Toddler Storytime for kids that don't sit still for long. Songs, stories, games, and activities for ages 1-3. 

Masks required for all patrons ages 3+. 

Limited space. Registration is required. Caretaker participates with child or children. Please indicate how many will attend. 
Teen Anime Club
Wednesday, February 2 @ 2:30pm
Teens are invited to come watch anime, discuss manga, and eat ramen at the library. 
Family Dance Party
Thursday, February 3 @ 10:00am
Bring your kids to the library for some dancing, music, and instruments!
STEAM Homeschool Club: Kandinsky
Thursday, February 3 @ 1:30pm
Study the art of Wassily Kandinsky. Then create your own concentric circle art. 

Homeschooling families are invited to join Ms. Tanya for an interactive STEAM activity each week. 
 
STEAM = Science Technology Engineering Art Math

Activities are geared toward ages 6-12. Older children welcome. Younger children may attend with an attentive caregiver over age 16. 

Registration is required. Please indicate the number of people in your party on the registration form (including infants). 
Full STEAM Ahead: Kandinsky
Thursday, February 3 @ 6:00pm
Create your own Kandinsky inspired art project. 

Join Ms. Tanya for an interactive STEAM activity each week. 

STEAM = Science Technology Engineering Art Math
 
For children in grades K-5. 
Registration required. Masks required. 
Evening Book Discussion:
THE LAST FLIGHT by Julie Clark
Thursday, February 3 @ 7:00pm
Join us in the library's Community Room to discuss THE LAST FLIGHT by Julie Clark! 

Register below. Books available at the Circulation Desk!
Stitchers Group
Friday, February 4 @ 9:30am
Bring a stitching project! Share ideas! Learn new skills! Register to reserve a space. Space is limited.
Songs & Snuggles
Friday, February 4 @ 10:00am
For babies and their caregivers. Enjoy time together with other caregivers and their babies as we learn, play, and develop language and motor skills. For infants birth to 18 months. 

Registration required. Please let us know how many people are in your party, including your baby. 
Tech Talk:
Databases for the Average Person
Friday, February 4 @ 11:00am
ONLINE EVENT. Join us on the first Friday of each month on Zoom for a Tech Talk on a chosen topic.

Databases are online sources of information. We'll go over everyday databases that cover topics such as genealogy, recipes, engine repair, newspapers, and buying guides.

Registration required to receive a link to the event. 
Zentangle Valentine
Saturday, February 5 @ 10:30am
Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. No drawing talent needed! Join Zentangle Teacher Diane MacKinnon to make a Valentine for someone special. 

You can use your own supplies or buy a kit at the library for $6. Supplies needed:
  • White Zentangle tile (3.5 in square), OR Apprentice tile (4.5 in square), OR cardstock cut to a similar size
  • Black micron pen from Sakura, and Size 01 or PN (plastic nib)
  • Graphite pencil Tortillon (blending stump)
Movie Quotes - ANSWERS
  1. Casablanca
  2. The Godfather
  3. Jerry Maguire
  4. A Few Good Men
  5. Dirty Harry
  6. Star Wars
  7. Jaws
Normal Library Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 
9am - 5pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 9am - 9pm
Saturday: 9am - 1pm
Sunday: CLOSED