Kimball Library News 6/14/21

We have fully open hours, yet folks often inquire so we will remind you that we are open M-F from 10-8, and Saturdays from 10-3. At the time of this release, we are currently the only library in the cooperative that is open in the evenings.

This is also the best time to inform you that holiday hours are on the website. Giving you notice so you can plan to stock up, please note that we are closed on Monday, July 5^th, observing Independence Day. As always, streaming and downloadable books are open 24/7 with a Wi-Fi connection and a library card in good standing.

RACING IN THE RAIN: Join us at 6 PM with a sack supper and/or snacks on Wednesday, July 7^th, as we meet in the Library Courtyard to eat and then discuss ‘Racing in the Rain’ which is the youth version of ‘The Art of Racing in the Rain’ by Garth Stein. Older teens may prefer to read the adult book. Both copies will be available for check-out a month before the event. Please register youth entering middle and high school.

Eating and discussion will happen outside (weather permitting), and then we’ll watch the movie starting at 6:20 PM. Please register as seating is limited in the ‘theater’.

The movie is 2 hours long and rated PG. We expect pick-up of t/weens to be at 8:30 PM.

ANIMAL SHELTER CRAFTS: Earn service hours while having fun crafting with friends at the Library AND make some furry friends very happy. We’re celebrating our summer theme Tails & Tales by working with Salem Animal Rescue League on Monday, July 12^th at 6 PM. We’ll be crafting toys for their dogs, cats, and other furry friends to play with while they wait for their forever homes. You can also choose to make some bandanas and bow ties to help dogs and cats up for adoption look extra dapper. The extra touch could help an animal up for adoption catch someone’s eye. Volunteers who come to craft with us will earn service hours!

Supplies will be provided, but donations of old t-shirts and tennis balls would be a huge help. Please check your closets and bring what you can. This event is slated for t/weens in grades 5 and up.

3-D PRINTING WITH JOE: Learn how 3-D printing works and design your very own creation to bring to life on a 3-D printer. Atkinson's very own Joseph Quaratiello will teach a short introduction to Tinkercad, a 3-D sculpting software. Everyone will get the chance to test out the software as they add their own unique touch to a basic design. Each design will be printed so everyone can take home their own 3-D print.

This exciting opportunity will first be happening on Tuesday, July 13^th, from 4:30-6 PM offered for grades 6 and up. There will be another opportunity for grades K-5 later in the summer.

3-D printed items require 48-72 hours to be ready for pickup. Please plan to stop by on Thursday (July 15^th) to pick up your uniquely designed item.

THANK YOU: Please know that the Friends of Kimball Library are overwhelmed with gratitude regarding your generous donations in their most recent fundraising campaign. It takes a village to keep an amazing library surging ahead! All donations given from the heart are truly appreciated.

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.