October2020

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Geek Out!Tue., Oct. 27 4:30 – 5:15 pmGrades 4 – 8 Meeting Room/Outdoors

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. 29.

Movers & Shakers Mon., Oct. 5, 12, 1910:30 amAges 3 months – 24 monthsZoom Live Streaming Storytime

Enjoy bouncing rhymes, music, fingerplays, and simple books for on-the-move babies. Registration is required and begins Sep. 28 for Oct. 5, Oct. 5 for Oct. 12, and Oct. 12 for Oct. 19.

Itsy Bitsy Toddler Tue., Oct. 6, 13, 2010:30 am Ages 1½ – 2 ½Zoom Live Streaming Storytime

Have fun wiggling and rhyming with books, songs, and fingerplays designed for your growing toddler.Registration is required and begins Sep. 29 for Oct. 6, Oct. 6 for Oct. 13, and Oct. 13 for Oct. 20.

Music Makers Wed., Oct. 7, 14, 21 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. 30 for Oct. 7, Oct. 7 for Oct. 14, and Oct. 14 for Oct. 21.

Wee Readers Thu., Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 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. 24 for Oct. 1, Oct. 1 for Oct. 8, Oct. 8 for Oct. 15, and Oct. 15 for Oct. 22.

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 tohttps://newlenox.librarymarket.com/ for registration.

• Families are encouraged to check in to storytime early, in order to allow time for check in. Your storytime hostwill 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

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Youth Classes

Girls Rock Book ClubTue., Oct. 204:30 – 5:15 pmGrades 4 – 8 Meeting Room/Outdoors

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.

October 20: Small Spaces by Katherine Arden Registration is required and begins Sep. 22.

Just for Tweens LEGO ClubFri., Oct. 16 4:30 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. 18.

LEGO Club Builder ChallengeTue., Oct. 6 4:30 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.

Art Attack!Thu., Oct. 8 4:30 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., Oct. 14 4:30 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. 23.

The Adventure Continues... Fri., Oct. 2, 9, 16, 233 pmGrades 3 – 5 Video on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube

Tune in to our Facebook page to read along with a Choose Your Own Adventure Story! Ms. Liz O. and Ms. Liz Y. will be presenting fun - and sometimes spooky - stories! Videos will also be posted on YouTube. Don’t miss out! No registration is required.

Art ClubMon., Oct. 19 4:30 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.

October 19: Pumpkin CollageCreate a unique pumpkin for fall. Registration begins Sep. 14.

DIY Videos Posted on Library Website or Social Media

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Hop on Facebook and share pics of what your talented kiddos built with LEGOs

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Virtual Escape Room: Haunted HouseTue., Oct. 2710 amTweens/TeensLink on NLPL Website and Facebook

Are you “dying” to go to a haunted house but disappointed they’re closed this season? We have a solution! Pop into our virtual Haunted House Escape Room. Unscramble, decode, and untangle your way out of a spooky mansion this Halloween!

Breast Cancer Awareness BingoWed., Oct. 76 – 7:15 pmAdultsZoom Meeting

Join us in celebrating breast cancer awareness month with some bingo! Think pink and play for prizeswhile learning about the many organizations that support breast cancer awareness and research.A zoom link and individual bingo card will be emailed to participants prior to the event.Registration required.

Book Pumpkin CraftThu., Oct. 2910 amTeens/AdultsVideo on NLPL Website, Facebook, & YouTube

Do you like doing crafts? Are you looking for Fall decorations? Join us to learn how to make a cutepumpkin from an old book and add the perfect autumn decor for any room.

Genealogy ClubTues., Oct. 136 – 7:45 pmAdultsZoom Meeting

Do you know the name of your great grandmother? How about the name of her mother? Please join us for this Genealogy Club program, “Where are they, my female ancestors?”. We will offer you hints, ideas, suggestions and resources for finding these lovely ladies who might have gone missing from your family tree. The Zoom link will be sent to you after you register for this exciting program.Registration required.

THE EFFECT OF COVID-19 ON COLLEGE ADMISSIONS: What Will College Admissions LookLike in the Near and Distant Future?Fri., Oct. 236 – 7:30 pmTeens/AdultsZoom Meeting

Looking to apply to college this fall? Over the course of the next few years, the college admissions process will look different due to the impact of COVID-19. Thomas Jaworski, founder of Quest College Consulting, will examine the effects of canceled standardized exams, virtual AP tests, high school transcripts and what college admissions might look like for Fall 2020 during this virtual presentation. The Zoom link will be emailed to you after you register.Registration required.

Stitch TogetherThu., Oct. 155 – 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 ClassesLive Streaming Zoom Classes

Videos Posted on Library Website or Social Media

Take & Make Craft: Feeling crafty?

Get a to-go bag of plarn or yarn, complete with crochet hook or knitting needles! For more information, visit 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.

CHECK OUT CREATIVEBUG FOR ALL YOUR HALLOWEEN DECORATIONS!

Video classes in painting, sewing, knitting, baking, 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.

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Spooktacular Halloween After HoursFri., Oct. 166:30 – 8:30 pmGrades 6 – 9 Tween/TeenLibrary Green (south side of Library building)

Join us for a spooky after-hours experience at the library. Make s’mores, sip on hot chocolate, and watch a scary movie! Bring a blanket or lawn chair, and don’t leave without your goody bag! Masks are required and permission slips must be handed in prior to the event. Click here for a copy of the permission slip. (note: this event will be held outside to maintain safety and health precautions). Please bring permission slips to AS or YS desk.This program is for tweens/teens in grades 6 – 9th.Registration required

In-Person Classes *masks are required to attend

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HappyHalloween!