Submitted by Laurie Gardner and Marissa Lehmacher.
ADULT PROGRAMS
Crystals and Minerals of Connecticut on Saturday, January 18, 2020 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Come join Nancy Najarian for a hands on program and discussion of the variety of minerals and crystals from Connecticut and around the world. Nancy will inform us of what crystals and minerals we can find in Connecticut and the various tests used to identify them. Nancy will bring some fluorescent samples and a geologic microscope to view the minerals and crystals up close. If you would like a sneak peek of some crystals and minerals stop by the Library to see a sampling of Nancy’s collection in our display case by the circulation desk for the month of January.
Brainerd’s Culinary Club on Monday, January 27, 2020 6:30 p.m.
Do you like to cook? Do you like reading cookbooks? Do the pictures make your mouth water and you want to try the recipes? Then come join us at Brainerd Memorial Library as we are starting a cookbook book club. The club will meet on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Come by the Library to see what our first cookbook to cook from will be. Our first cookbook will be Jennifer Joyce’s Small Bites. In this book are recipes for finger foods to wet our appetites and get us started. The cookbook will be located at the circulation desk with a sign up sheet to put your name on and which recipe you have chosen to make and bring in for everyone to sample. At our first meeting, we will also choose cookbooks to make future recipes from for following meetings.
The Library will supply the plates, utensils and a drink.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime takes place every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Join us for themed stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts. Appropriate for children ages 2 to 5, but siblings are always welcome.
Music with Margie
In January, Music with Margie will meet on the following Thursdays: the 9th & the 23rd. The theme for January is “Rhymes and Circle Dances”. Margie’s multi-sensory program builds skills on a bi-weekly basis, in order for children to reach the developmental goals they need to enter kindergarten. Margie brings items for children to play with such as beanbags, scarves, puppets, and instruments. Music with Margie is appropriate for children ages 2 to 6.
Toddler Tunes
Toddler Tunes is a music and movement program for toddlers and their caregivers. Join us to sing nursery rhymes, dance, make music, and read a simple story. Appropriate for children ages 1 to 3, but siblings are always welcome. Please visit www.brainerdlibrary.org for future dates and times as we are restructuring this program.
LEGO™ Club
Like playing with Legos? Come build with us at our drop-in Lego Club! Each month will feature one unique theme and one free build. Lego creations will be put on display until the next session. Lego Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Appropriate for children ages 5 and up.
Nutmeg Book Club
The Nutmeg Book Club returns! If you are in grades 4-6, join us on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. for a lively discussion of a selected Nutmeg nominee. Be prepared to enjoy pizza, snacks, book-related activities, and trivia. Our first meeting is on January 29th and the selection is Ban This Book by Alan Gratz. Please register by calling 860-345-2204 or visiting www.brainerdlibrary.org.
Super Smash Bros. Club
Whether you want to learn the basics or are looking to fine tune your skills, our Smash club has a place for you! Join us on Saturday, January 25th from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. where we’ll have Smash 64, Melee, and Ultimate. Play using our controllers or bring your own. Come learn techniques such as wave dashing and DI, try out new characters or practice your main, and enjoy playing friendlies in a welcoming environment. An experienced player will be there to guide newcomers. For ages 10 – 14. Refreshments will be served.
TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen Advisory Board
Thursday, January 23, 2020 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. What can your library do for YOU? Voice your ideas for improved YA services, help plan events and activities in the Teen Lounge, help develop the YA collection, assist with Children’s programming and so much more! New members are always welcome! For more information please contact Kristen at kcarpentier@brainerdlibrary.org
Vaping: What Every Parent Should Know– Join us Thursday January 16, 2020 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. for a presentation by HK Youth & Family Services on how vaping is affecting our youth. Parents will have an opportunity to see, and touch, various vaping materials helping them understand what they look like and how they affect their children. Following the presentation there will be a “sofa talk” discussion with local teens to assist parents in how to get the conversation started with their own children and young adults. This program is appropriate for parents of children ages 8 and up. Refreshments will be served, please register on our website www.brainerdlibrary.org or by emailing our Teen Services Coordinator, Kristen at kcarpentier@brainerdlibrary.org.
*Registration is not required for programs unless specified in the description.*
