AT THE LIBRARY
last. All ages. A Taste of Bookssneezy Lost His Nose:
January 3 – January 31. Sneezy the Snowman sneezed so hard he lost his nose! Can you help him find it? Look for a carrot nose throughout the children’s area. If you find it, tell a staff member to receive a sticker. Children 12 and under.
LEGO Check Out Club:
January 15 – February
26. What can we build with LEGO bricks? Check out books and receive 5 LEGO bricks to add to our creation. All ages welcome.
LEGO Winter Block Party: 1:30 p.m. Monday. No school today so warm up your hands and minds with some LEGO building fun. All creations will remain at the library for a short time on display. Ages 5 and up.
Hungry for Storytimetoddlers:
10 a.m. Wednesday. Libraryawareness program to acquaint your child with the wonderful world of books. Most storytimes are themebased and will include music and movement, along with a simple craft. For ages 2 and 3.
Hungry for Storytimepreschool Pals:
11 a.m. Wednesday. Libraryawareness program to acquaint your child with the wonderful world of books. Most storytimes are themebased and will include music and movement along with a simple craft. For ages 4 and 5.
Community of Craftersknitters/crocheters: 10 a.m. – noon Friday. Share ideas and knowledge and problem-solve with others. You may even participate in a service project. Feel free to bring one of your current projects to work on. For adults.
HOUSTON BRANCH, 5 W. JAMESTOWN ST., SOUTH CHARLESTON (937) 4628047
Pokémon TCG Club:
3:30 p.m. Monday. Join fellow Pokémon fanatics to talk, battle, trade (with a parent’s permission) or show off your collection. You must bring your own cards. Ages 6-12.
Yoga for Beginners:
10:30 a.m. Tuesday. For adults of varying fitness levels. Most poses will be accompanied by modifications for these various levels. Led by a staff member, not a certified instructor. Bring a mat or large towel.
Make & Take Beginning Sewing:
10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Join instructor Connie Andrews to learn basic machine and hand sewing skills to complete a simple project to take home. This class is free but is limited to 6 adults. Signup by calling the library.
Busy Bookworms Storytime: 11 a.m. – noon Thursday. Program introduces toddlers and preschoolers to books, rhymes, music and crafts and teaches them how to interact with other children their age. Please call to register.
PARK BRANCH, 1119 N. BECHTLE AVE., SPRINGFIELD (937) 3222498
U.F.O. Craft Night: 6 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Tuesday: Handcrafter’s U.F.O. (Unfinished Objects) night! Bring in your crochet or knitting project that you may need a nudge to finish or you’ve hit a snag in the directions and need a little help. Registration is helpful but not required.
Storytime: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Thursday; Together we will share stories, sing, move to music and make a craft. It’s a perfect chance to learn how to interact with other children ages 2-5. Parent or caregiver must be present with each child.
D&D Club: Treasure Hunters: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thursday
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as we delve into the deepest caverns and dangerous dungeons in search of wealth and wonders. For ages 9-12. You do not need to know the rules of D&D to join.
Southgate Branch,
1863 S. Limestone St., Springfield (937) 3222226
You GNOME You Need One!: 1:30 p.m. Friday
Bring home a cute gnome you create and accessorize yourself. All supplies provided. For adults. Registration is required.