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What's happening at YOUR library! September 2020 |
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Messy(ish) Arts and Crafts Take and Make Monday, August 31st through Saturday, September 5th Who misses Messy Arts and Crafts?! We sure do! While we won’t go too wild with the messy part, we’ll send you home with everything you need to create a beautiful, sun-catching piece of art: tissue paper, wax paper, and cardstock along with instructions to create your own stunning masterpiece. Please let us know at pick up if you need scissors or glue! For maximum enjoyment, hang it in a window once you’re done! And please share your pictures with us by emailing info@alohalibrary.org or tagging us on social media. Get your take and make from the library during curbside services, Monday-Wednesday, 3-6 pm, and Thursday-Saturday, 10 am-1 pm. Just walk up to the table in front of the library and let us know you’re there for a take and make! |
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Wonderland Tea Party Saturday, September 12th, from 2:00 to 3:00pm Have you been reading along with Weekdays in Wonderland? Now it’s time to celebrate the completion of our adventures with a fantastical virtual tea party! Wear your favorite party hat, pour a cup of tea, and join us on Zoom here for Wonderland themed crafts and activities. A take and make kit complete with tea, treats, and crafting supplies for all participants will be available for pickup during curbside services (Monday-Wednesday, 3-6 pm, Thursday-Saturday, 10 am-1 pm) September 7-12. Simply stop by the library to get your kit, and come to the party on September 12 at 2 pm! Costumes encouraged. Our biweekly readings from Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland will continue on Mondays and Wednesdays at 2pm through September 9th on our YouTube channel. |
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Virtual Family Storytime Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:00am starting September 8th Storytime is back from its break with a few changes! Virtual Preschool Storytime is now Virtual Family Storytime, a fun filled live program for all ages with stories, songs, and rhymes geared toward getting kids hooked on reading. Come read, sing, dance, and play with us on Zoom here. We cannot wait to see you! |
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Virtual Pajama Storytime Fridays from 10:30 to 11:00am starting September 11th We have made a few changes to the names of our stortyimes, but don’t worry! Pajama Storytime still features everything you loved about Early Literacy Live and more. Wear your comfiest pajamas and join librarians Katie and Jesse every Friday at 10:30 am! We’ll see our friends Narwhal and Unicorn, read and sing together, and look for Little Mouse. Use this link to access the meeting on Friday. Note that this is a different Zoom invitation than we have been using, so make sure to update! We hope to see you there! |
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STEAM Take and Make: Optical Illusions Monday, September 14th through Saturday, September 19th What is an optical illusion? Optical illusions can use color, light and patterns to create images that can be deceptive or misleading to our brains. Explore and create your own optical illusions with our STEAM Take and Make! Scientists have worked very hard for many years to understand how optical illusions work, yet in many cases we still don’t know exactly how our brain and eyes work together to create these illusions. But who knows? Maybe you will grow up to be part of the research team that cracks the code! Get your take and make from the library during curbside services, Monday-Wednesday, 3-6 pm, and Thursday-Saturday, 10 am-1 pm. Just walk up to the table in front of the library and let us know you’re there for a take and make! |
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LEGO Challenge: Superhero Mosaic In September, we’re celebrating Library Card Sign Up Month with a superhero fueled challenge inspired by our library ambassador Wonder Woman. Who is your favorite superhero? Create a LEGO mosaic portrait of a superhero like Wonder Woman, or make up your own! What are their special powers?! For inspiration and ideas on how to make your mosaic, check out these templates. Take a photo of your mosaic and have an adult post it on social media and tag the library or send it to info@alohalibrary.org for a chance to win a $10 e-gift certificate to the LEGO store! Please share your creations by Sunday, October 4 to be eligible for the prize drawing. Winners will be notified the following week. |
Teen Crafternoon Take and Make Monday, September 21st through Saturday, September 26th We are excited to launch a Crafternoon program just for teens and tweens! This month, we’ll provide all of the supplies for you to grow your own succulent: pot, dirt, plant, and a silver sharpie to decorate with! Once your creation is complete, please share your pictures with us by emailing info@alohalibrary.org or tagging us on social media. Get your take and make from the library during curbside services, Monday-Wednesday, 3-6 pm, and Thursday-Saturday, 10 am-1 pm. Just walk up to the table in front of the library and let us know you’re there for a take and make! |
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Kanopy Film Club Fridays, September 4th and 18th at 4:00pm For adults. Twice a month, we host a discussion of a movie that is available through Kanopy, the movie streaming service that is free with your library card (wccls.kanopy.com). We’ll post a link to each movie on our Facebook page (facebook.com/AlohaLibrary) in advance, if you’d like to watch it ahead of time, and we’ll share the movie over Zoom starting at 2pm for a more communal viewing experience. Discussion starts at 4pm, so join us for either or both viewing and discussion at bit.ly/ACLfilms! Or, join the discussion by phone at (253) 215-8782. Meeting ID: 910 9294 1385 | Password: 523403. |
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Crafternoon: Beaded Geckos Thursday, September 17th from 4:00 to 4:45pm For adults. Get ready to make some cute little beaded geckos! You can BYOB (Bring Your Own Beads!) if you have your own crafting stash at home, or stop by the library during curbside service hours (Mon-Wed @ 3-6pm, Thu-Sat @ 10am-1pm) from Tue 9/1 through Thu 9/17 to pick up a take-and-make kit (while supplies last). If you choose to provide your own craft supplies, you will need: Required - Round or rounded/square-ish beads in at least two colors that you like how they go together. All the beads should be the same size (minor variations are okay). You will need:
- ≥ 31 beads in color A
- ≥ 25 beads in color B
- About 2 yds of thread, string, or craft/jewelry wire that will fit easily through your beads at least twice over.
Optional but recommended - An additional 2 beads (same size) in a third color.
- A beading needle (must go easily through your beads) – especially recommended if working with smaller beads!
- Something to anchor your project while you’re working on it, such as:
- a keyring, safety pin, or paperclip and a piece of tape to secure it to your work surface
- a pin or safety pin to secure it to something upholstered that won’t be damaged by a pin (could be a cushion, an ironing board, etc.)
Join us on Zoom here!
Meeting ID: 934 0615 9522
Password: 996946 You will need to join with an internet-connected device in order to participate. If your device does not have a microphone and you want to be able to speak aloud during the program, please also dial (253) 215-8782 to join the audio component by telephone. |
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Misinformation, Fake News, and Political Propaganda Wednesday, September 23rd from 6:00 to 7:30pm Are you overwhelmed with messages from politicians, news sources, and other media? In this Zoom workshop with experienced civic educator Donna Cohen, you’ll learn how to find accurate information, become your own “factchecker”, and distinguish truth from fiction using real-world examples! Pre-registration is required to attend – visit bit.ly/ACLmisinform to sign up online, or call or email the library at (503) 259-0185 or info@alohalibrary.org for help registering. We will send the Zoom information to registered participants. |
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Aloha Community Library
17455 SW Farmington Rd
Suite 26A
Aloha, Oregon 97078
503-259-0185alohalibrary.org/ |
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