Library Hours July-August:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00 - 4:00
Wednesday: 10:00-7:00
Saturday: 9:00-1:00
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About
Crazy Brave
: In this transcendent memoir, grounded in tribal myth and ancestry, music and poetry, Joy Harjo details her journey to becoming a poet. Born in Oklahoma, the end place of the Trail of Tears, Harjo grew up learning to dodge an abusive stepfather by finding shelter in her imagination, a deep spiritual life, and connection with the natural world. Narrating the complexities of betrayal and love, Crazy Brave is a haunting, visionary memoir about family and the breaking apart necessary in finding a voice.
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Imagine Your Story: Online Summer Reading Challenge
June 22 - August 8
Children & Teen Summer Reading Program:
- Create your account, select age-appropriate reading challenge and start logging today.
- Keep track of your reading online and earn prizes.
- Prizes may be redeemed between August 17 - 31st.
Adult Summer Reading Program
- Create your account
- For every book you read you have the chance to win a gift card from a local business/restaurant.
- We will log the books you read on the Library's Goodreads account. Send your book reviews to Erik at ecaswell@mysticnoanklibrary.org
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Virtual: The History Book Club
September 8th:
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Virtual: CLAMS (Classic Literature at Mystic)
Continuing:
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Adult Digital Programming
Registration is required for all programs.
To protect the security of the meeting, the join link will be provided the day of the meeting via email. You can find more resources about how to use Zoom, a video conferencing program, on their
website
.
Please contact
Erik at ecaswell@mysticnoanklibrary.org
for more information or with questions about how to attend digital library programs.
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Heartfulness Meditation
July 31st at 11:00 AM
Every Friday in August at 11:00 AM
Join Mari-Lynn Masi, a certified Heartfulness trainer, for an introduction to Heartfulness Meditation, a practice derived from Raja Yoga, that both complements and transcends asana to enable one to fully experience the heart and its unlimited potential Fridays via Zoom.
See August meeting times
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Knitting Club
Tuesdays in August at 1:00 PM
Join us and bring your projects! Registration required for the link to join.
For more information call 860-536-7971.
See August meeting dates
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Guided Meditation Group
Tuesdays in August at 3:00 PM
You will be gently guided in body-centered meditations, including mindfulness of breathing and a focus on relaxation of the body at rest. Our guide is Pamala Lewis, who teaches guided meditations and Back Yoga at the Mystic Y, is the co-coordinator of the New London Community of Mindfulness, and is a devoted student and meditation practitioner of more than 25 years. No prior experience necessary.
August 4: Register
here
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August 11: Register
here
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August 18: Register
here
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Book a Librarian
Tuesdays and Wednesdays in August
Book a librarian (remotely!) for free, accessible, and helpful guidance via phone or Zoom on these and other topics. Appointments are 30 mins long.
When registering, please contact our Adult Services Librarian, Erik, with an idea of what kind of help you need before your appointment time. These appointments are first come first served.
See August appointment times
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Painting Workshop with Grab & Go Kits!
Wednesday, August 5th at 4:00 PM
Take a break from your quarantine routine to join us for a virtual paint night with your own free grab & go painting kits! Each kit includes a canvas, paint set, paintbrushes, and sponges. Participants must pick up their paint kits from the Library in the week prior to the scheduled event. Pam Halligan, of
Pam's Picassos
, will guide participants through a step-by-step workshop to paint a beautiful beach scene with a sailboat on the water. This program is open to teens and adults.
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Book Writers Group
Wednesday, August 5th at 6:00 PM
Wednesday, August 19th at 6:00 PM
Come join a committed writing group: the Book Writers! Make 2020 the year you're ready to get serious about getting published.
Before each meeting, we read two pieces of writing from a group member. Then, we get together, discuss, critique, and share our reactions and feedback. Please contact Erik at the Library to learn how to access the next meeting's workshop piece.
August 5: Register
here
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August 19: Register
here
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Financial Exploitation: Protect Yourself or Your Loved One
Monday, August 17th at 4:00 PM
Please join us with the Connecticut Department of Banking for this informative webinar. Nearly 1 in 5 seniors over the age of 65 have been affected by financial exploitation in some form to the tune of $36.5 billion annually. Learn to protect yourself or your loved one by understanding why seniors are targets and the difference between financial fraud and exploitation, and how to avoid both types of financial abuse.
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How Americans Can Join Across Racial Differences:
Lessons From Apartheid
Guest Speaker: Manju Soni
Monday, August 17th at 4:00 PM
The recent Black Lives Matter protests sweeping through the nation have made many Americans question their own beliefs and long held assumptions about race and privilege in America. In this talk,
Manju Soni
, a longtime resident of Connecticut, and author of
When Lions Roared: How Brave Young People Defied Apartheid
, will give a brief overview of her experiences growing up in South Africa under the system of racial separation called Apartheid, and draw parallels with America's own past and present experiences with racism.
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Children & Teen Digital Programming
Registration is required for all programs.
To protect the security of the meeting, the join link will be provided the day of the meeting via email. You can find more resources about how to use Zoom, a video conferencing program, on their
website
.
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Twisty Kids: Creative Movement and Yoga for Kids ages 6 - 9!
Monday, August 3rd at 10:30 AM
Twisty Kids is a fun and non-competitive approach to get kids moving. Children learn creative movement concepts and yoga postures designed with kids' imagination and fun in mind. They will also learn relaxation techniques and practice mindfulness and respect for others in this class lead by Yoga with Miss Kim. Great for ages 6 - 9 years old!
Generously funded by the Groton Education Foundation.
August 3: Register
here
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LAAM Presents and Art Workshop for Kids
Monday, August 3rd at 4:00 PM
Sophia Gipstein, Education Associate from the Lyman Allyn Art Museum will lead kids in an art project.
Join us in this Art Workshop as we create Keith Haring inspired Portraits!
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Spoon Man Show and Workshop with Jim Cruise for Families!
Tuesday Aug 4th at 10:30 AM
Presenting the Virtual “Spoon Man”! Enjoy Music and Comedy, (with an emphasis on reading), and learn to play spoons. Grab two matching spoons from your kitchen drawer for the Spoon Playing Workshop. The second half of the program will teach viewers how to play the spoons and involve learning different rhythms.
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Lil' Yogis with Miss Kim!
Every Wednesday at 10:30 AM in August
A joyful way for children to explore creative movement and develop physical skills, learn yoga poses through active imagination and creatively channel energy by following movement instruction and practicing calming moments. Lil' Yogis is for 3 to 5 years old with a caregiver. G
enerously funded by the Groton Education Foundation.
August 5: Register
here
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August 12: Register
here
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August 19: Register
here
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Family Storytime LIVE!
Thursday, August 6th at 10:30 AM
Join us for a live story time with Miss Lora from the comfort of your home! We'll be hosting a Zoom story time with your family and friends on Thursday mornings at 10:30 am.
August 6: Register
here
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Happy Hoopin': Imagine Your Story
Thursday, August 6th at 4:00 PM
Join us as BringtheHoopla LLC creates a welcoming environment, and provides music and a sound system, and allows each participant to find success within their hoop through (hula) hoop instruction, age appropriate games and team building activities. Self-expression and creativity is encouraged!
A f
ree hula hoop for first 12 registrants!
Generously funded by the Groton Education Foundation.
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Writing the College Application Essay
Thursday, August 6th at 6:30 PM
Join us for a two-part class on how to write the college essay used on the common application. We will meet using Zoom. This class is intended for high schoolers planning to apply to colleges for the first time in the fall, but it is open to anyone. Parents are welcome to join as well. It's time to conquer your fear of the word essay!
Class 1: Thursday, August 6 @ 6:30PM
Learn the basics of what makes a strong college application essay. Read essay examples together of the good, the bad, and the just plain bizarre. Participants will then be able to brainstorm about potential topics for their own essays. In the week betweeen classes, students will practice writing a draft based on one, or a couple, of their potential topics.
Class 2: Thursday, August 13 @ 6:30PM
Get feedback from a writing tutor and others in the meeting on draft essays. Participants will discuss and reflect on what challenges they had while writing, what they'd like to change, and whether or not they want to try a new topic. Close with some stress reduction tips about the college application process.
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Percy Jackson Trivia Night!
Tuesday, August 18th at 6:00 PM
This night is a battle of knowledge during our Percy Jackson Trivia Night! Test your skills against your fellow Half-Blood campers during this fun digital event. Team up with your cabin mates or campers from other cabins! No monsters allowed.
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Pick-Up Your Own Cool-ology Grab and Go STEAM kit!
Kids' Cool-ology Grab and Go STEAM Kits . Stop by the Ames Room to pick up your own kids' grab and go kit!
- Each kit contains 6 STEAM activities with directions and is appropriate for children ages 6 - 11 (younger with help from adult).
- Limited to one kit per child per family while supplies last.
- Kit includes the following activities:
Bubble Wand Engineering
Straw Rocket
Secret Message Blooming Paper Flowers
Optical Illusions Spinner
Spider Parachute
Paper Plate Maze or Labyrinth
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RB Digital
: Audiobooks, eBooks, magazines & newspapers
Kanopy
: Video streaming service featuring a wide array of films including the Criterion Collection & The Great Courses
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The Mystic & Noank Library | 860-536-7721 | www.mysticnoanklibrary.org
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