Here is what's happening @ ELPL

December 2nd - December 17th!

Drop off Donations by 12/5

Thank you so much for taking part in our 2022 Giving Tree. We will be supporting All Our Kids (AOK). AOK is a Western MA-based, grassroots, nonprofit organization committed to empowering foster and adoptive families to thrive by enriching community connectedness, providing education and resources, and helping the public understand and support families’ experiences.

This year the need is greater than ever!

Now thru December 5th, we will be accepting donations of unwrapped gifts in the Children's Department or at the COA.

In addition to toys & gifts, the organiztion is also in need of toiletries (ex: soap, shampoo, lotion, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, comb, brush).

ADULT & TEEN PROGRAMS

Teen Anime - My Hero Academia

Thursday, 12/8 @ 3:00

Come watch the first few episodes of the anime My Hero Academia and talk with other teens about your favorite anime and manga!

This program is open to teens in grades 7 - 12.

Registration is not required.

Funded by the Friends of ELPL.

Adult Book Group

Friday, 12/9 @ 11:00

Join us in the library for a discussion of The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict. Books are available at the Circulation Desk.

Teen Board Games

Monday, 12/12 @ 3:00

Stop by the Library Community Room to relax and play some board games. Play an old favorite with friends or learn a new game.

Registration is not required. This program is open to teens in grades 7 to 12.

Funded by the Friends of ELPL.

Thursday Tech Help

Thursday, 12/15 @ 2:00

Bring your device and your questions to the library conference room for some help from the library Technology Coordinator.

All levels are welcome. Registration is required.

Friday Flicks

Downton Abbey A New Era

Friday, 12/16 @ 1:00

Downton Abbey A New Era follows the Crowleys and their staff as they welcome a movie crew and their glamorous stars to Downton for the filming of a new silent movie, while other members of the family go on a grand adventure to a villa in the south of France to uncover a mystery about the Dowager Countess and her past.

Rated PG-13

Funded by the Friends of ELPL.

CHILDREN PROGRAMS

December Storytime Registration

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Preschool (Ages 3-6) Monday12/5 & 12/12 @ 1:00

Littles (Birth- & up) Tuesday 12/13 @ 10:30

TikeTime (2-4) Wednesday 12/7 & 12/14 @ 10:30

DROP IN - PJ Storytime (All Ages) Tuesday 12/6 & 12/13 @ 6:30

Preschool Art Time! Ages 3-6

Thursday, 12/8 & 12/16 @ 10:30

Join Evan for an exciting time exploring art and of course with a story! Please note, we might get messy so dress appropriately.

Funded by the Friends of ELPL.

Read to Cassie

Monday, 12/5 4:30-5:30

Beginning and reluctant readers gain reading confidence when they practice their skills with Cassie, a Certified Therapy Dog.

We can help you select a book to read or come in with your favorite.

Please register in advance for a 10-minute reading slot.

Origami Grades Grades K-3

Wednesday, 12/7 @ 4:30

Learn the ancient Japanese art of origami (paper folding) with Julie Shih and create a snowman.

This program is for children in K-3.

Please register in advance.

Origami Grades Grades 4 & Up

Wednesday, 12/14 @ 4:30

Learn the ancient Japanese art of origami (paper folding) with Julie Shih and create a snowman.

This program is for children in grades 4 and up.

Please register in advance.

PATHWAY FOR PARENTS CHILDREN PROGRAMS

These programs are sponsored by Pathways for Parents and funded by the

Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant through the

Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.

Music & Movement - Ages 2-5

Monday, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19 @ 10:00

Children ages 2-5, come enjoy this movement-based group with your caregiver!

This group will incorporate moving your body while using songs that may focus on following directions, using your five senses, and exploring your body in relation to the space around it. We will work on imitation, exploring, and creating organic movements.

Parent Workshop

Postpartum Support & Training

Thursday, 12/8 @ 6:30 on Zoom

Join Lauren Harris, a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Licensed Clinician and a Regional Coordinator for Postpartum Support International, for a supportive and informational Zoom session on Pregnancy and Postpartum Support. Including a discussion of postpartum depression and anxiety symptoms and how to access help. This program will also provide participants with an opportunity for Questions and Answers.

This program is hosted by Storrs Library & the ELPL.

A zoom link will be sent prior to the program.

Newbies Birth - 15 months

Friday, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16

@ 10:00

Participants in this group will receive developmental milestone information, ways to engage in floor time play, resources, and opportunities to connect to other caregivers of children this age.

Grow Play Learn Birth - 5 yrs

Friday, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16

@ 10:30

This group will include a storytime curriculum, fun play activities, and the Ages and Stages Questionnaire. Registered participants will be signing up for all 3 sessions.

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