The Library will be CLOSED on Monday, February 20, 2023
in observance of the President's Day holiday

For the complete newsletter, please click HERE
For the CreationStation makerspace flyer, please click HERE
To browse our Events Calendar, please click HERE

New Books Bookshelf

Check out what's new at the Library HERE. 
(From this link you're able to place holds on new releases and recently purchased items.)

Registration may be required for some of the programs listed below as space is limited. 

Adult/Teen  Events

Teen Mini Mandalas
Tuesday, February 14 @ 4:00pm

We’ll explore dot art as we create one-of-a-kind mandalas on canvas.  All supplies provided.  This program limited to teens in Grades 6-12.

Registration is required.   Speak with Ms. Cheri or Ms. Gretchen, or register online here:  https://forms.gle/CmSLaNBtJCy1afcf8

Crafter's Meetup
Saturday, February 18 @ 2:00pm

Bring your works-in-progress for a crafting social hour.  Chat and share camaraderie and ideas with others while you work on your project.

No registration is required, and drop-ins are welcome, but if you would like an email reminder ahead of time, you can sign up here:  https://forms.gle/vDuqEkfENAyZGmm8A.

(For your planning purposes, the Library has irons, glue guns, various pliers, sewing and serger machines, Cricut cutters and a heat press, markers, paint pens, and more.)

Tea Cup Bookmark
Tuesday, February 21 @ 2:30pm OR 6:30pm

If you are looking for a unique and cute bookmark, look no further!  Using some basic materials, you will create a tea cup bookmark, perfect for that tea/book lover.  Great as a gift or for yourself!

Register here for 2:30 (one person per form): https://forms.gle/9e4GTqDFUroTsMne8
Register here for 6:30 (one person per form): https://forms.gle/NW6yFJQ2m4SQdtRN9

Introduction to Arduino
Thursday, February 23 @  6:00pm

Introduction to Arduino covers the basics of sending code to an Arduino and building small projects.  This hands-on program is open to adults and grades 6+.  All participants will have their own computer. Seats are limited.

Register here:  https://forms.gle/8KwkpTws8RyMkNcj7

Our gratitude to the Rotary Club of Terryville, CT for their grant support of this and other CreationStation Library Makerspace programs.

Are you looking for help learning basic computer skills?  Mouse control and movement?  Navigating a web browser?  Attaching photos or files to e-mails? 
In partnership with the Connecticut State Library, we are offering Northstar Digital Literacy assessments and workshops. 

You can develop digital literacy skills at your own pace or participate in small group afternoon classes. 
If you are interested in learning more, stop by or call the Library at 860-582-3121 to get started!

Classes continue until February 28th!

Children's Events

Winter Reading is Here!
Monday, January 30 - Saturday, February 25

Winter reading is here! Starting Monday, January 30, sign up for a month of winter and book themed fun. With weekly activities and reading logs you can earn tickets for a chance to win a variety of prizes.
 Stop in each week to get a new activity sheet and a small prize from our treasure chest! Another fun way to earn tickets is by participating in library events such as our Stuffed Animal Sleepover, Book Cover BINGO and Leave a Book, Take a Book. 

See Ms. Jessica or Ms. Bella in the children’s department to sign up!

Take Your Child to the Library Day!
Saturday, February 4 @ 10am

On the first Saturday in February, thousands of libraries across the world celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by offering free, fun, fabulous activities for families. Your local library is an ideal place for children to play, discover, make friends, and have fun and Take Your Child to the Library Day is the perfect time to discover some library magic.

Stop by the library for some special coloring sheets or come to one of the events below.

Saturday Storytime (Ages birth and up, with a caregiver) at 10:30am.
Join us for storytime fun for all ages!  Storytime will include books, movement, fingerplays and songs. An optional playtime will be at the end of storytime. This event is for ages birth and up, with a caregiver.
Registration is required at https://forms.gle/s6ZLXhNSRq2FnrWX9.

Take a Book, Leave a Book (All ages, with a caregiver) from 12:00-4:30pm.
Drop in between 12:00 and 4:30 pm to swap any of your books for something new. We ask that the book brought be in “lightly used condition.” No registration is necessary.

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