Upcoming programs at the Norfolk Public Library

NEW DATE AND TIME!! Moon Landing Party Monday, July 22nd, 4pm, open to all, no registration is required.

Join us for a Moon Landing Party to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first humans to land on the moon as part of NASA's Apollo 11 lunar mission. Enjoy a discussion about that time period, a space themed craft, and some snacks popular during the 60's. Period attire is encouraged, but not required.

Apollo 11 at 50: Remembering the First Moon Landing Tuesday, July 23rd, 7-8pm, no registration is required.

Come celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo Moon landing with us! Pat Monteith will discuss how NASA’s early mission took us on a journey to the moon to fulfill President Kennedy’s challenge to have a manned lunar landing, and hear about future NASA moon missions.

Backyard Astronomy Monday, August 12th, 7:30-8:30 Please join us for this family friendly PowerPoint presentation to learn how to use the new Library Telescope to observe objects from your own backyard using a technique called star hopping and see how easy it is to use! The telescope is part of our Stuffbrary collection, reserve it today to try at home! This telescope was funded by the Friends of the Norfolk Public Library, and will be maintained by the Aldrich Astronomical Society, Inc. as part of their Library Telescope Program. Spacey door prizes will be offered for children, along with outside viewing for all, weather permitting.

Night Sky by Museum of Science Thursday, July 25th, open to anyone 5 years and up. Registration is required, click on the time to register.

Night Sky is a 30-minute immersive program using an indoor planetarium that teaches audiences how to find celestial objects in their own nighttime sky. Sponsored by the Norfolk Community League. Four identical sessions will be available. Please limit your visit to one session. 2:00-2:30        2:45-3:15           3:30-4:00

Galaxy Shirts for grades 3-6 Thursday, August 1st, 4:30 - 5:30pm, Grades 3-6. No registration required, but please bring a black cotton shirt. Create the galaxy on a shirt! Bring a black cotton shirt and learn how to create this unique print. Please bring a black cotton shirt with you. While supplies last.

But wait, there's more!

Did you know you can borrow this telescope from the library? Ask for it at the circulation desk and check out the stars in your back yard tonight! Donated by the Friends of the Library and the Aldrich Astronomical Society.

DECA Think Outside -- Animals! Thursday, July 18th, 2:00—3:00 PM, Town Hill (inside if the weather is bad) Join us for stories and crafts designed to enjoy the great outdoors! Put on by Sarah and Katie of KP DECA! All ages welcome!

PawSox Fundraiser Saturday, August 3rd, 6:15pm, purchase tickets ahead of time

NPL is partnering with Norfolk Community Television (NCTV) in a fundraiser through the Pawsox. Purchase tickets for the August 3rd game through the link below and half of the proceeds come back to Norfolk. Enjoy a great night out with family and friends watching one of America's oldest pasttimes! Not only are you helping these two local organizations but you can enjoy the Superhero Avengers Night and Post-Game Fireworks - a special Paw Sox event where you can meet some of your favorite Super Heroes at McCoy Stadium. Super Heroes will be available for pictures at various locations throughout the stadium. After the game, fans will be treated to a spectacular Super Hero themed Fireworks Show. Tickets are only $10 and include a $2 credit to the park's concession stands or team shop! PAWTUCKET RED SOX VS. ROCHESTER RED WINGS