Kimball Library News 1/10/25

ZOOMING FOR THE NEW YEAR!

Is the January weather keeping you inside? Join us on some virtual journeys and educational presentations via ZOOM. When you register you will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. Use the online event calendar on the Kimball Library website.

THE LIFE AND WORK OF MILL GIRLS: Friday, January 17th at 2 PM

Follow the journey of a mill girl from her family farm in the New England countryside to her new job operating a loom in Lowell’s Boott Cotton Mills. Meet two mill girls during this virtual visit to their boardinghouse and weave room, learning about each girl’s unique experience of life and work in a textile mill. Led by Supervisory Park Ranger MaryBeth Faucher, of the Tsongas Industrial History Center.

THE SIX PILLARS OF BRAIN HEALTH WITH AARP: Monday, January 27th at 2 PM

It’s never too late to take charge of your brain health! In this session, you will learn about the six pillars of a brain-healthy lifestyle, discover brain boosting activities, and be inspired by others. Get ready to understand the importance of B.E. M.O.R.E. — (B)e Social, (E)ngage Your Brain, (M)anage Stress, (O)ngoing Exercise, (R)estorative Sleep, and (E)at Right. This session is a good overview for anyone interested in improving brain health and will provide actionable steps you can take along with resources to learn more. Led by Ruth Levitsky, with AARP Massachusetts.

THE HISTORY AND CULTURE OF THE PAWTUCKET AND PENNACOOK PEOPLES: Friday, January 31st at 2 PM

On this visit with the Buttonwoods Museum, join us for Pentucket on the Merrimack River, a program that discusses the history and culture of the Pawtucket and Pennacook peoples – the first residents of the Merrimack Valley and Essex County. Participants will have the opportunity to examine real artifacts from the Luce Archaeology Collection. Led by Thomas Spitalere, a local historian and supervisor with the Buttonwoods Museum.

These virtual events are sponsored and presented in collaboration with libraries throughout the Merrimack Valley.

PAWS TO READ WITH ORLA (Emerging Readers): Wednesday, January 15th between 3:30 and 4:30 PM

For many children, reading can be a daunting task. This can be especially true for shy, quiet kids. Paws to Read offers readers a quiet, calm opportunity to gain reading confidence with a friendly dog. Orla, the Golden Retriever therapy dog and her handler Kate are here to provide a “judgement free” zone for children to practice their reading skills. It doesn’t matter to Orla whether your child is an emerging or fluent reader. She is excited to sit and listen to your child read their favorite books.

Children should bring a simple book they feel comfortable with. We recommend practicing before your appointment to ensure you get the most out of your time. Sign up on the online calendar for the timeslot that works best for you.