January/February 2016
Newsletter of the Newport Public Library/volume 4
Director's Desk    
Happy New Year! I would like to personally invite everyone to join in our "Take the Library Challenge" contest. We provide a list of 40 topics and you have to read 20 to complete the challenge. 
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We're kicking the year off with a reading challenge. If you're a life-long book-lover or just hoping to read more in 2016, you'll want to take part.  Read More
Meet Kelly McKenna    
The library's longest serving employee at 30 years is Kelly McKenna.  Kelly is a member of the Circulation Staff.
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kids CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
Newport String Project Presents a Mouse Named Fortissimo
Using music and origami and a wee bit of dance, the Newport String Project weaves a tale of adventure and intrigue. Bring the whole family and partake in a form of storytelling that invites listeners to become part of the story.   Learn More
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Storytimes
The 5-week Jan/Feb session of storytime will begin on January 12. And the first Baby Signing Time will take place Friday, Jan 15 at 10:30 am.
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Guitar Sing-A-Long
Children ages 0 - 2 and a caregiver are invited to sing and dance. Wednesday mornings at 10:30 am.
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Lego Club 
Preschoolers ages 2-5 and a caregiver are invited to enjoy picture books films and a simple craft.
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Tween Activities 
Tweens, ages 8-12, are invited to attend monthly Saturday afternoon activities.
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Friday Flicks & Fun
Preschoolers, ages 2-5 years old and a caregiver are invited to enjoy picture books films and a simple craft one Friday morning per month. 
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February Crafts 
Celebrate Chinese New Year at the library! Drop in to make a monkey craft and don't forget the Valentine Chocolate Party on Wednesday, February 10 at 4:00 pm.
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February School Vacation Week     
Looking to keep busy over the February school vacation week? Check out the great programs for kids at the library! Join us for Animal Experiences, enjoy a "Staycation" storytime, bring your family to an afternoon movie and drop-in for a Diary of a Wimpy Kid craft! 

teensTEEN EVENTS
February Vacation Week - An Different Event Every Day!
Teen Advisory Board
This is your chance to tell US what you want in the library. Tuesday, January 5 at 6:00 pm.
Teen Makerspace
Make T-shirts, stickers or 3D objects. We supply all the materials - just bring your creativity! Thursday, January 7 from 4:00-6:00 pm.
 
adult PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
Atwater-Donnelly will be at the library on Sunday, February 21 at 2:00 pm
"Musical Sundays" return to the library with award-winning, internationally acclaimed duo, Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly. The pair will present a delightful program of traditional American and Celtic folk songs and percussive dance.  Read More
Winter Crafts 
Create a set of four map-themed tile drink coasters! All materials will be provided. Monday, January 25 from 6:00-7:00 pm.  Learn More

Paint Party with
Mermaid Masterpieces 
Join us for a free paint night for grown ups on Thursday, February 25 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Pre-registration required.  Learn More

Writing Workshop 
Develop your writing skills with our very own Dianne Grinnell on Saturday, January 16 at 1:00 pm.  Learn More

Film Series
Movie matinees continue in January and February. Fridays at 2:30 p.m.
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Computer Workshops
Various topics. Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
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Friends' Bookstore will get a New Look in the New Year
The Friends wish to extend a warm welcome to our new volunteers and thank everyone who helped make the Friends' bookstore such a great success over the last year. We thank the community for their generous donations and remind everyone that we can no longer accept records, cassette tapes, and book sets such as encyclopedias. Now that renovations to our work area have been completed, we will resume accepting donations of items in good condition in January. 

We are very excited to announce that the Friends' bookstore will be getting a fresh new look in 2016! Plans are in place to make the store more inviting and attractive. You can follow the transformation on Flickr where we will be posting 'before and after' photos. We hope to see you in the new year!
LIBRARY HOURS

Monday 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Closed New Year's Day, Friday, January 1
Closed Sunday, January 3
Closed Sunday, January 17
Closed Monday, January 18 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Closed Sunday, February 14
Closed Monday, February 15 (Presidents' Day)