Thursday, August 18, 2022

Kimball Library News 8/21/22

Summer Reading “Oceans of Possibilities’ is now officially wrapped up for another year, and the Summer Concert Series is sadly closed for another season as of September 1st. We’d like to give an enormous special thank you to the Friends of the Kimball Library for all their fundraising and support of summer reading and programs all year round. We’d also like to give another shout out to The George Family Charities who graciously donated the funds for the summer concert series. We are so very thankful to both these special groups of people who give so much to the Library and in turn enrich all our lives!

HOMEWORK CLUB: This popular club has returned, and now it is on Thursdays at 3:15. Kids in grades 1-5 are invited to come to the Library to study with us! We will work on our homework until 3:45 and then open up the Craft Barn for some STEAM toy fun!

Parents, please note that while we will try to help your child if asked, we are not tutors. We are simply offering a quiet space for kids to work. Children who do not have homework are expected to read quietly for the duration of homework time.

Children may take the bus from Atkinson Academy to the Library if parents make arrangements with pick-up patrol. (The Library is not taking responsibility for the transportation, we are only letting you know that there is a bus that stops here.) Please pack them a snack that they can have before 3:30.

*Parents MUST let the Library know of any changes to the drop off/pick up routine OR if their child is not attending the class*.

RELIEVING NECK, SHOULDER, & BACK PAIN: Relieving muscle pain is all about knowing the root cause.  Pills may mask the pain, but not address the solution.  When you know why and where the pain starts, then you have the power to take effective action that decreases the pain. Register to join us on September 8 from 6:00 to 7:30.

Join us as Elizabeth Gallien, Licensed Massage Therapist introduces and demonstrates ways to relieve neck, shoulders and back pain with stretching. Elizabeth will demonstrate both upper and lower body stretches will provide you the opportunity to try out the exercises out yourself. The upper body stretches may be conducted from a standing or sitting position. The lower body stretches are conducted on the floor. If you wish to try them out, please bring a yoga mat or beach blanket to lay on, and a standard size pillowcase, and wear comfortable clothing. There are modifications to exercises which she will discuss. You may elect to watch and try them at home.

RADON DETECTOR: We have a new addition to our Library of Things, a digital radon detector. The radon test kit is for home use so people can discover whether they are being impacted by radon and have the opportunity to do something about it.  You can put this cool device on hold in the catalog.

This digital radon detector is a highly accurate device that is simple to use and easy to understand. It is battery operated, making it easy to move to different rooms or buildings. You can enter your measurements online and receive a printable report. Within 24 hours you will see the first indication of your radon levels. Track levels over long periods for more accuracy.

HOLIDAY HOURS: Please take note that the Library will be closed for Labor Day weekend, September 3-5. Stock up accordingly. As always, Libby, Kanopy, and Hoopla are open 24/7 with a Kimball Library card in good standing.

MORE INFO: Go to https://kimballlibrary.com to use the databases 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.

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