Kimball Library News 2/22/21

 Does the practice of mindfulness result in a display of more care and compassion toward others? Learn how to use mindfulness to cultivate an inclusive, skillful compassion that can help us to stay connected to our best selves, others and our common humanity, even when we can't be in the same room.

Regardless, if you have never tried Mindfulness or are just looking for a way to jump back into the practice, you are invited to join us. Register for your Zoom link today.  This very pertinent event will take place at 6:30 PM on March 4^th.

About the instructor: Liz Korabek-Emerson is a certified mindfulness teacher, transformational workshop leader and creative coach dedicated to helping people become more resilient in their workplaces, homes and communities.

NEEDLE CRAFTERS: Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, rug braiding, quilting or another form of needle work come join us for Needle Crafters. Each Wednesday from 10:30 to noon this informal gathering is a fun meet-up for those who are currently working on projects or who wish to start one. Are you stuck on a stitch or confused by a pattern? Most likely someone in the group can help. It is a great group to get some ideas for beginning new projects as well. This weekly meet and greet group enjoys conversation and laughs all while stitching away.

Our priority is your safety and that of the staff. Therefore, social distancing and masks are required. Chairs will be spaced around the normal knitting area to accommodate for social distancing measures. The room size capacity is limited and therefore the group will be limited to a maximum of 8 people.

Registration is required.

CRAFT, PAINT & COLOR: The adult Craft, Paint & Color Meetup Group is returning. Following social distancing and face covering measures, the gathering will look a bit different. The group will use the large meeting room off of the lobby to accommodate for social distancing measures. The group size will be limited to maximum of 10 people. Registration is required and we will not be able to accommodate walk-in participants.

Individuals will be able to spread out as they dabble in painting, coloring or creative crafts using oil, acrylic, watercolor, pen and pencil. Individuals bring their own supplies and work on canvas, wood, sketchpads and coloring books.

Sign up and join the group for a time to unwind, de-stress and create. We meet on Fridays from 10:30 to 12:30.

ART FOR GRADES K-6: Each week we'll have a fun art challenge to try with materials from home.

We'll adapt to whatever you have around the house, but we suggest having either markers, colored pencils, or crayons on hand, as well as some paper, scissors, and glue.

Bring your creativity and imagination! Our meeting time has changed to 4 PM on Fridays. Registration is required for this artsy virtual event.

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, FaceBook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources. 

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the data bases and online services. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.

Kimball Library News 2/15/21

 We have plenty of virtual events going on to choose from, and we are reminding you that you can browse now in person, use the computers, read the newspaper, etc. We have missed your masked faces. Please stop by. We still, however, have Take Out Service available for those for are on the run or prefer to keep their distance way beyond six feet. Either way, we’ve got you covered!

TEEN NIGHT IN: Jump into our 3rd Teen Night In: a virtual party with teens across NH on Friday, February 26^th from 6-8 PM. There will be food, games, crafts, and party vibes.

THIS MONTH: We're hosting a costume contest! Come to our party dressed as your favorite book character (or any character) using items that you have at your house.

Register online on the event calendar or call (603) 362-5234 to pick up your GOODY BAG! It will include food and craft supplies so you can work on your craft ahead of time and show off the final product at the party.

Email staff@kimballlibrary.com (Attn: Youth Department) with any questions.

T/WEEN BOOK CLUB: The March book selection is ‘It's Trevor Noah : born a crime : stories from a South African childhood ; adapted for young readers’. Our club will meet at 6:30 on March 3^rd. Books are available for walk-ins or pick-up at the Take-Out table. 

The host of The Daily Show, Trevor Noah, shares his personal story and the injustices he faced while growing up half black, half white in South Africa under and after Apartheid in this New York Times bestselling young readers' adaptation of his adult memoir.

Please check with us. During these uncertain times it varies if we are in person or via Zoom. We will send a Zoom link the day of the event if we are meeting virtually.  Even if we are meeting in person we can Zoom you in.

CARE TO SHARE FOODIES: Now is the chance for young chefs to strut their stuff to other young foodies. This first ever virtual 'Care to Share' is an opportunity to demonstrate 'live' via Zoom how to make a quick recipe. The only restrictions are time--demonstrations are limited to 10 minutes max. The sky is the limit! From specialty grilled cheese, to microwaved mug cakes, to 7-layer dip, to breakfast food, to smoothies and more! Other teens and tweens will watch and learn while you show off your creation. If what you want to demonstrate is something that takes longer than 10 minutes, just pre-make or prebake the first part of your recipe and we can watch the final touches. This is a great way for t/weens to practice their skills and for other t/weens to grab some new recipe ideas!

Register ASAP and let us know what you 'care to share' on this fun night, Tuesday, Feb 23^rd at 6:00 PM This event is for tweens and teens only ages 10+. (Of course, parents are allowed to lurk and 'assist' t/weens if needed.)

GET YOUR GAME ON: Youth in grades 1-5 can jump on Zoom for some fun party games like Minute to Win It, Charades, and Simon Says! Lively and silly competitive fun is the way to get the wiggles and giggles out!

For our Minute to Win It games, please have these items on hand: a cookie, 4 apples, coins (20 or so), a spoon, cotton balls or marshmallows, and 2 small bowls.

Register for this fun night happening on Wednesday, Feb 24^th, at 6:00 PM.

THE JOYS OF WINTER BIRD FEEDING: Looking for a way to brighten your yard and mood this winter? Become one of the 53 million Americans who feed birds as a hobby. Join us as Mass Audubon naturalist Scott Santino, discusses the joys of winter bird feeding. He’ll discuss feeder types, the best seed to put in them, the birds they’ll attract, how to outsmart squirrels, and other ways to encourage bird-life into your yard and community.

About the presenter: Scott Santino is the Naturalist at the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield where he has been leading nature education programs for Mass Audubon since 1999.

This awesome program is sponsored by the Friends of the Kimball Library taking place via Zoom on Thursday, February 25^th at 6:30 PM. Register now!

BIRD FEEDER CRAFT KITS: Register your 'littles' to receive a custom craft kit with instructions. AS A BONUS, Mrs. Birr on February 25th at 2:30 PM will demonstrate how to make them. (This will be posted on our YouTube Channel as well as on Facebook.) This unique kit ties in with the adult 'The Joys of Winter Bird Feeding' program that is also offered that very evening over zoom at 6:30 PM. 😊

IMPORTANT: Register ASAP to give us time to make the kits, and they can be picked up anytime we are open from 2/22-2/25 if you call ahead and let us know you are on your way.

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, FaceBook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources. 

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the data bases and online services. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.

Kimball Library News 2/8/21

 We are excited to offer up some new youth events for the Timberlane School District vacation week. Have a peek and sign up the kids!

SPECIAL LOVE BUGS: Today's the day to make a good bug and eat it!  Come on kids, be brave and have some fun. Sign up now and we'll make sure you get your own bugs to make and taste. Yippeeeee! We know you'll like them.

This special story event is on Zoom on Tuesday, February 23^rd at 10:30 AM. Kids have opportunity to make the edible crafts and we will offer you the supplies.  Parents, please call the Library when you are on your way to pick up. Bags will be left on the 'Take Out' table with your child's first name. Pick up dates are Feb 17-22 during our open hours.

CARE TO SHARE FOODIES: Now is the chance for young chefs to strut their stuff to other young foodies. This first ever virtual 'Care to Share' is an opportunity to demonstrate 'live' via Zoom how to make a quick recipe. The only restrictions are time--demonstrations are limited to 10 minutes max. The sky is the limit! From specialty grilled cheese, to microwaved mug cakes, to 7-layer dip, to breakfast food, to smoothies and more! Other teens and tweens will watch and learn while you show off your creation. If what you want to demonstrate something that takes longer than 10 minutes, just pre-make or prebake the first part of your recipe and we can watch the final touches. This is a great way for t/weens to practice their skills and for other t/weens to grab some new recipe ideas!

Register ASAP and let us know what you 'care to share' on this fun night, Tuesday, Feb 23^rd at 6:00 PM This event is for tweens and teens only ages 10+. (Of course, parents are allowed to lurk and 'assist' t/weens if needed.)

GET YOUR GAME ON: Youth in grades 1-5 can jump on Zoom for some fun party games like Minute to Win It, Charades, and Simon Says! Lively and silly competitive fun is the way to get the wiggles and giggles out!

For our Minute to Win It games, please have these items on hand: a cookie, 4 apples, coins (20 or so), a spoon, cotton balls or marshmallows, and 2 small bowls.

Register for this fun night happening on Wednesday, Feb 24^th, at 6:00 PM.

BIRD FEEDER CRAFT KITS: Register your 'littles' to receive a custom craft kit with instructions. AS A BONUS, Mrs. Birr on February 25th at 2:30 PM will demonstrate how to make them. (This will be posted on our YouTube Channel as well as Facebook.) This unique kit ties in with the adult 'The Joys of Winter Bird Feeding' program that is also offered that very evening over zoom at 6:30 PM. 😊

IMPORTANT: Register ASAP to give us time to make the kits, and they can be picked up anytime we are open from 2/22-2/25 if you call ahead and let us know you are on your way.

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, FaceBook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources. 

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the data bases and online services. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.

Kimball Library News 2/1/21

We are happy to announce that the Kimball Library is open to in-person browsing. As always, we are stocked with new and exciting materials and are looking forward to seeing you! Our first priority is your safety and that of the staff. Therefore, social distancing and masks are required. Take Out service will continue and contactless printing and faxing is now an additional option. The Conference and Study Room will be open for groups of 4 and 2 respectively. In order to preserve social distancing, programs will continue to be virtual.

The Library continues to operate its full schedule: Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 8 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Please continue to place returns in the drops so that they can be quarantined for 72 hours.

THE JOYS OF WINTER BIRD FEEDING: Looking for a way to brighten your yard and mood this winter? Become one of the 53 million Americans who feed birds as a hobby. Join us as Mass Audubon naturalist Scott Santino, discusses the joys of winter bird feeding. He’ll discuss feeder types, the best seed to put in them, the birds they’ll attract, how to outsmart squirrels, and other ways to encourage bird-life into your yard and community.

About the presenter: Scott Santino is the Naturalist at the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield where he has been leading nature education programs for Mass Audubon since 1999. He coordinates the sanctuary’s volunteer Nature Guide program, training adults in natural history interpretation and is a faculty member of Mass Audubon’s Birder’s Certificate Program, a college level ornithology class.

This awesome program is sponsored by the Friends of the Kimball Library taking place via Zoom on Thursday, February 25^th at 6:30 PM. Register now!

TWINKLETOES: In February, Miss Daniele will be leading a new class for the youngest dancers to try out their moves. We’ll get up and get moving to learn new ways to dance, jump, and stretch. This program will take place on Zoom on Tuesdays through the month of February.  Sign up ages 2-5 for Tuesdays at 2:00 PM. You’ll have twinkle toes dancing through your house.

READERS THEATER: Get your reading and drama practice ON! Reader’s Theater is a fun way to expand your reading and speaking skills. Join other children in grades 2-5 via Zoom on Thursday, February 11th at 6:30 PM.

We have the plays and will email the script to you so you can practice your part or it can be available for pick-up. Register ASAP to get your Zoom link and a script will be prepared for you. Maybe this will be your start toward Broadway and the big world out there!

HOLIDAY HOURS: We will be closed on Monday, February 15th, for Presidents Day.  Please stock up accordingly. As always, we have a wide assortment of streaming options for use 24/7 such as Hoopla (ebooks, audio books, music), Downloadable Books (ebooks, audio books, magazines), and Kanopy (critically-acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films and more). If you would like more details as to what these services are, please jump on the website and click the corresponding icon for more information, pop in and ask, or give us a call.

STAY TUNED: Visit our website, FaceBook page, Twitter account, YouTube or Instagram to learn about more program updates and more resources. 

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the data bases and online services. Miss a news article?  Go to https://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com to read each and every one! You may also call us Monday-Friday from 10-8 and on Saturday from 10-3 at 603.362.5234 to register for an event with a live person who would love to help you.