February 15, 2020 -- It's February Vacation Week!
Welcome to Our Action-packed Vacation Week Issue!

As promised, we have a lot going on this week! Programs, YouTube readings and songs, and more! Check it all out below!

Fondly,
Miss Anne & Miss Bonnie
February Vacation Week Events 
Join Us on YouTube as We Premiere Some New Stories & Songs!

2/15 | 10 am -- Join Bonnie as she reads More-igami by
Dori Kleber.

2/16 | 10 am -- Read along with Bonnie today as she reads Our People by Angela Shelf Medearis. https://youtu.be/3BLmsMS1jLU

African art consists of one of the most diverse forms and aesthetics in the world. Through a diverse array of mediums, such as sculpture, painting, pottery, rock art, masks and textiles, the colors and culture of Africa are widely portrayed through different works of art that tell the story of the nation. Grab your paints, pencils, and colors to join Providence Promise for a fun directed workshop exploring African art! You will get the opportunity to create a beautiful masterpiece using materials that you have at home.

2/17 | 10 am -- Today, Bonnie will be reading David's Drawings by Cathryn Falwell.
2/17 | 2 pm -- Live Audubon Birds of Prey program -- Sign up for Zoom link Please sign up by 12 Noon on 2/17!
Birds of prey are awe inspiring wild creatures. Discover the unique characteristics and adaptations of owls, hawks, falcons nd eagles through this engaging virtual program. Learn about the important role raptors play in ecosystems, the challenges they face and how humans can help support their survival. Two of Audubon’s avian ambassadors, an owl and a hawk, will be the highlight.
2/18 -- DIY bird feeder video with Miss Anne -- Join Miss Anne for a new STEAM video where she will share some ideas for constructing a bird feeder!

2/19 | 10 am -- Today Bonnie is Reading All Are Welcome by Alexander Penfold. https://youtu.be/4eRJm61c578
Enjoy this wintery tale with Miss Anne!
Frozen Noses:
Let's Feed the Birds!

Pick up a DIY Bird Feeder Bag at the Library 

Our feathered friends need some TLC in the winter. Combine our Make Your Own Bird Feeder takeaway bag with recyclables and materials from around your home to create your own bird sanctuary! Our bags will include bird seed and peanut butter (please note due to allergies), as well as a few materials to help you along with your creation.

DIY Bird Feeder bags will be available beginning February 5 for pick-up during open hours. First come/First serve while supplies last!

Here are some books about Our Fine Feathered Friends to "check out" from the library and here are even more!!
Celebrate Black History Month 2021! 

This year the theme is "The Black Family: Representation, Identity and Diversity" as announced by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History. Our librarians have curated a list of books for families which showcase Black authors, Black history and historical figures, and the Black family.

Here are some of the selections. Here is the complete list.
It's Almost Festival Time!!!
Check this out from the Providence Children's Film Festival

If it's February, it's Festival time! And what better (safer) way to re-connect with people than through stories watched while you "attend" our first all-virtual film festival. Check our website for ALL upcoming features and short film programs. Ten features and 14 shorts programs to choose from in all!
Hours Update
Until further notice, to help keep our frontline staff as safe as possible and able to keep service going to the public, our open hours are:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
9 AM - 2 PM
Wednesday, 12 - 7 PM
Sunday, CLOSED
Note: PPL will be closed on Monday, February 15 for President's Day.
During this time, our Lobby is open to the public with limited services and computer access; phone & chat reference continues and curbside pick-up is available by appointment (call 455-8000).
Visit us at provlib.org — 24/7