new lenoxpublic library

on the commons September2020

Geek Out!Tue., Sep. 294:30 – 5:15 pmGrades 4 – 8 Meeting Room

Follow your fandom and geek out over graphic novels, comics, manga, anime, and more. We’ll create fan art, make zines, talk comics, and hang out. Space is very limited so be sure to register early. Registration is required and begins Sep. 15.

Movers & Shakers Mon., Sep. 14, 21, 28 10:30 amAges 3 months – 24 monthsZoom Live Steaming Storytime Enjoy bouncing rhymes, music, fingerplays, and simple books for on-the-move babies. Siblings are welcome to participate. Registration is required and begins Sep. 7 for Sep. 14, Sep. 14. for Sep. 21, and Sep. 21 for Sep. 28.

Itsy Bitsy Toddler Tue., Sep. 15, 22, 29 10:30 am Ages 1½ – 2 ½Zoom Live Streaming Storytime Have fun wiggling and rhyming with books, songs, and fingerplays designed for your growing toddler. Siblings are welcome to participate. Registration is required and begins Sep. 8 for Sep. 15, Sep. 15. for Sep. 22, and Sep. 22 for Sep. 29.

Music Makers Wed., Sep. 16, 23, 30 10:30 am Ages 3 months – 6 years Zoom Live Streaming Storytime

Listen to a story then explore music while we dance around and sing songs.Registration is required and begins Sep. 9 for Sep. 16, Sep. 16 for Sep. 23, and Sep. 23 for Sep. 30.

Wee Readers Thu., Sep. 17, 24 10:30 am Ages 2 – 3½ Zoom Live Streaming Storytime

Get ready for super stories, spectacular songs, and silly rhymes. Registration is required and begins Sep. 10 for Sep. 17 and Sep. 17 for Sep. 24.

We will be using the Zoom meeting platform for all of our weekly storytimes. Storytimes can be viewed on a PC, Mac, Smartphone, or Tablet (using the Zoom Cloud Meeting App). If you are new to Zoom, please allow a few minutes for set up before joining a storytime for the first time.

• To help stay secure with Zoom we ask that you do not share login information with others. Please direct them to https://newlenox.librarymarket.com/ for registration.

• Families are encouraged to check in to storytime early, in order to allow time for check in. Your storytime host will let you in from the “waiting room”.

• The Zoom log in information will be emailed to you one hour before the class begins.

Live Streaming Storytimes via Zoom

In-Person Classes *masks are required to attend

GEEKGEEK

Let’s Rock!

Youth Classes

Girls Rock Book ClubTue., Sep. 22 6:30 – 7:15 pmGrades 4 – 8 Meeting Room Come socially distance and make funky crafts, have a snack, and discuss the book-of-the-month with other girls. Pick up books at the Circulation desk.

September 22: The First Rule of Punk by Celia PerezRegistration is required and begins Aug. 25.

Just for Tweens LEGO ClubFri., Sep. 184:30 pmGrades 4 – 8Video on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube Sign up, pick up your LEGO kit, and hop on YouTube for awesome LEGO building challenges. Pick up your LEGO kit at the main YS desk once you have registered. Please return kits within one week of the video date. Registration is required for a LEGO kit only. Viewing the video does not require registration.Registration begins Sep. 4

LEGO Club Builder ChallengeTue., Sep. 14:30 pmGrades K – 4DIY Facebook Challenge Do you love creating with LEGOs? On the first Tuesday of the month, we will post a new building challenge on Facebook. Share your design in the comment section for your chance to win bricktastic bragging rights as the “Brick Builder Champ” of the month. Go to www.facebook.com/newlenoxlibrary/ and “Like” the page.

Family Fun Fridays: DIY @ Home Fri., Sep. 18, 25 10:30 amAges 2 – 6Online Interactive Handout at facebook.com/newlenoxlibraryor www.newlenoxlibrary.org/kids

Create your very own storytime at home with Family Fun Friday activities! Share DIY crafts, read, write, sing, and play with your little ones. Use the interactive early literacy virtual handout provided on our Facebook and NLPL kids’ page and discover different themes each week. Share your @ home pics on Facebook in the comment section to show what you created.

Art Attack!Thu., Sep. 104:30 pmGrades 4 – 8Video on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube Your imagination mixes with art in this art club just for tweens. Follow along with the video to make some amazing art @ home.No registration is required.

Mad Science Club Wed., Sep. 234:30 pmGrades K – 6Video on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube Discover awesome hands-on experiments and activities that you can try at home. Pick up your science bag at the main YS desk once you have registered.Registration is required for a science bag only. Viewing the video does not require registration.Registration begins Sep. 9.

Art ClubMon., Sep. 144:30 pmGrades 1 – 4 Video on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube Calling all creative kids! Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. Pick up your art bag at the main YS desk once you have registered. Registration is required for an art bag only. Viewing the video does not require registration.

September 14: Sunflower Art Create a beautiful sunflower using oil pastels.Registration begins Sep. 1.

Facebook @ Home

DIY Videos Posted on Library Website or Social Media

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instagram.com/newlenoxlibrary nlpl_teensnlplkids

facebook.com/newlenoxlibrary

VISIT US ONLINE AT: WWW.NEWLENOXLIBRARY.ORG

Hop on Facebook and share pics of what your talented kiddos built with LEGOs and/or what you created @ home on Family Fun Fridays.

Lego Club

Pop Culture TriviaThu., Sep. 1010 amTeens/AdultsVideo on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube

Is the news making you stressed? Turn off your television and take our fun, online, trivia challenge. Join us for this three-round program, and see how much you know about pop culture.

Back to School Trivia NightThu., Sep. 310 amTeensVideo on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube

Let’s get into the school spirit with a fun, school-themed, trivia night! We will explore high school drama, humor, and angst through television series set in . . you guessed it . . . high school!

Encore! Blast to the Past: A Digital Escape RoomThu., Sep. 1710 amTeens/AdultsVideo on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube

Encore, encore! Join us for this popular returning program. A thief has stolen a time machine, and it is your mission to track him down. Test your knowledge and puzzle skills as you travel through time in our interactive digital escape room. A blast to the past high school!

Genealogy ClubTue., Sep. 86 – 7 pmAdultsZoom Meeting

Our special guest will be Cyndee Shaffer, co-author of

“Mollie’s War: The Letters of a World War II WAC in Europe.” Ms. Schaffer will discuss women in the military and, particularly, her mother, Mollie Schaffer’s, experiences as a member of the Women’s Army Corps (the WACs). The Zoom log in will be emailed to you after you register. Registration required.

Rice Paper Lantern Craft

Pick up a kit with everything you need to assemble a shade inspired by Japanese paper lanterns and shoji screens. Please call 815-485-2605 ext. 134 to reserve your kit. Kits will be available starting Sept. 29th while supplies lasts.

Chalkboard Picture FramesThu., Sep. 2410 amTeensVideo on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube

Do you have an old photo frame lying around that you don’t use? Learn how to repurpose it into something you can use EVERYDAY. This program will show you how to create your own chalkboard picture frame! These are simple, easy, gift ideas, and/or a great way to decorate your room or locker.

Stitch TogetherThu., Sep. 175 – 7 pmTeens/AdultsZoom Meeting

Do you knit, crochet, or sew? Join other stitchers and fiber artists of all kinds in our Zoom chat. Join our hangout between 5 – 7 pm. Come and go at any time! The Zoom log in will be emailed to you after you register. Registration required.

Teen & Adult ClassesOnline Videos Posted on Library Website or Social Media

The Library is now accepting appointments for new passports.Hours:Tue., Wed., & Thu., 4 – 6 pmFri., 12 – 2 pm

Questions?815.485.2605 ext. 111Passport@newlenoxlibrary.orgwww.newlenoxlibrary.org/books-services/passorts

Take & Make Craft: Welcome Sign

Request a Take & Make kit for an easy, beautiful, at-home project by requesting it on our website or calling us at 815-485-2605 ext. 127. Choose between a pretty, botanical design that greets you with “welcome” or “hi there.” Please limit one per adult or teen in your household. While supplies last.

Request the sign:www.newlenoxlibrary.org/fall/teens-adults

New Digitization ServicesDon't want to hang out too long at the library?Let staff digitize and scan your media items for you! Visit www.newlenoxlibrary.org/dml/services for details or pick up a handout at the Digital Media Lab desk.

Experience the Joy of Making with Creativebug!Video classes in painting, sewing, knitting, baking, upholstery, and more! After you register with your library card number and PIN (last four digits), you will log in with your email and a password. If your PIN isn’t working, call the library at 815-485-2605 so we can reset it.

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Download App – OverDrive, RB Digital, Mango, Lynda, Creativebug

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