Here is what's happening @ ELPL

Weeks of

March 27th - April 8th

The Softer Side of Celtic

Tuesday, 3/28 @ 6:30

Music and stories and a wee bit of history will entertain in this event. The magical sounds from the instruments coupled with vocals and Jeff's love and knowledge of his Scottish heritage create a delightful program of traditional and original tunes. Come join us at the library for an evening sure to leave you with a smile. 

REGISTER HERE

Teen Board Games

Monday, 4/3 @ 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.

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

Funded by the Friends of ELPL

East Longmeadow Clean Up Kickoff

Wednesday, 4/5 @ 4:00-6:00

East Longmeadow Earth Day Clean Up is on Saturday, April 8th.

Come by the library community room on Wednesday, April 5th for the kick off event.

Pick up your trash and recycling bags for your team, meet sponsors, see a compost demonstration and view all the amazing Earth Day Artwork by ELPS students!

For more information go HERE

Register your cleanup crew HERE.

Morning Tech Help

Thursday, 4/6 @ 10:00

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

All levels are welcome.

REGISTER HERE

Lotus Flower Lantern Craft

Tuesday, 4/11 @ 6:30

Join us as we work with the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project (“KSCPP”) to make a lotus lantern. In this program you will make your own traditional Korean lotus lantern. A member of the KSCPP will demonstrate virtually how to make the craft. All supplies provided. We will also watch a documentary film about Korean Culture.

Register Here.

Virtual Cooking Class:

Middle Eastern Sheet Pan Dinner

Wednesday, 4/12 @ 6:30

Join us on Zoom for a cooking demonstration by Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen. We will be making:

Middle Eastern Sheet Pan Dinner

• Broiler Kebab (can be made with ground meat or vegan ground meat substitute)

• Mast-o-Khiar (Cucumber Yogurt Sauce)

• Basmati Rice

Register for a Zoom link HERE.

April Storytime Registration

Preschool (Ages 3-6) Monday 4/10 & 4/24 @ 1:00 

Littles (Birth- & up) Tuesday 4/11 & 4/25 @ 10:30 

TikeTime (2-4) Wednesday 4/12 & 4/26 @ 10:30

STEAM Saturday - All Ages

Saturday, 3/25 @ 10:00-2:00

Explore and create with a variety of STEAM-based items.

Stop by the Children's activity room anytime between 10 am and 2 pm.

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Open Art Saturday - All Ages

Saturday, 4/1 @ 10:00-2:00

During our open art studio, we will have a variety of materials so your child can create a special piece of art.

This drop-in program is available to all ages with adult supervision.

Earth Day Clean up Kick Off Event

Wednesday, 4/5 @ 6:00-7:00

We are getting ready for EL Earth Day Clean-Up!. Stop by the Children's Department where we will have an Earth Day craft for children to make, and the movie The Lorax will be playing in the Children's Department.

Open Art Saturday - All Ages

Saturday, 4/8 @ 10:00-2:00

During our open art studio, we will have a variety of materials so your child can create a special piece of art.

This drop-in program is available to all ages with adult supervision.

MARCH BOOK GROUPS

Page Turners - Grade 5 +

Monday, 3/27 @ 4:30

Please read in advance, The War that Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley. 

Copies of this book are available to borrow from the Circulation Desk. Additionally, this title can be ordered as an audiobook or downloaded through Libby as an E-book or E-audio.

REGISTER HERE

Funny Bonz - Grade 3 & 4

Tuesday, 3/28 @ 4:30

Children will have the opportunity to hear directly from the series creators in an episode of the Super Coo Club. 

Learn to draw "Rock the Pigeon" and create a one-of-a-kind watercolor of "Homey the Pigeon".

Please read in advance the book Real Pigeons Fight Crime by Andrew McDonald.

Books are available to borrow from the Circulation Desk.

REGISTER HERE

Book Buzz

NEW AGES - Kindergarten - 2nd

Wednesday, 3/29 @ 4:30

Please read in advance, We Are Growing by Laurie Keller and join us for crafts, games and fun.

Books are available to borrow from the Circulation Desk.

REGISTER HERE

Newbies Birth - 15 months

Friday, 4/14 & 4/28 @ 9:45

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. Registered participants will be signing up for all 3 sessions.

REGISTER HERE

Grow Play Learn Birth - 5 yrs

Friday, 4/14 & 4/28 @ 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.

REGISTER HERE

Music & Movement 2 - 5 yrs

Monday, 4/3, 4/10, 4/24 @ 10:00

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. 

REGISTER HERE