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Attleboro Public Library UPDATE December 2020-January 2021
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Building Closed Until Monday, January 11Due to the potential rise in COVID-19 cases after the holidays, and to help keep our community safe, the library building will be temporarily closed starting Thursday, December 24th, reopening on Monday, January 11th. Staff will be working remotely during this closure, so curbside pickup will be unavailable. If you need assistance while we are away, our librarians can be reached by emailing apl_ref@sailsinc.org
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Virtual Family Trivia Wednesday, December 30, 6-7pmJoin us for low-key trivia! Participants will write their answers on paper and share with the group when prompted, paper and marker will be needed to participate. Registration is required to obtain the meeting link. Please register for each session you wish to attend.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid Fandom Friday, January 29 at 3:30pm Kids in grades 3-8 are invited to join Mrs. Brown & Mrs. Witherell as we discuss all things Wimpy Kid! There will be games, trivia, discussions & lots of laughs! If you've ever read (or have ever wanted to read) any of the books from the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, please join us for this fun, FREE program! Register HERE for a link to the event, starting January 1.
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Brainfuse Online TutoringLooking for support for at home learning? Have a student attending school who needs additional tutoring support?2020 has presented unique challenges to learners of all kinds and the library has found a way to help! Starting in January, Brainfuse, will be free with your Attleboro Public Library or Attleboro High School library card! Brainfuse is a “on-demand, anywhere online learning” platform that offers live, real time assistance from trained tutors, a writing lab, academic & standardized test prep, as well as a whole library of lessons, videos and tests to support learning in a variety of subjects, in English and Spanish. Brainfuse tutors work with learners of all ages to help them understand concepts and reach the answers, not provide them. Brainfuse’s tutoring and education support services can be used by youth and adults with active library cards. Need a card? Visit here to sign up for a temporary card.
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Attleboro's eLibrary Your library provides resources online that you can't get anywhere else! Create FREE accounts when you log in with your library card number and explore! Resources for education and entertainment are just a few clicks away. Take practice exams for school or career with Learning Express Library, express yourself with CreativeBug, learn something new with Universal Class, and so much more! Questions? Contact the Reference Department at apl_ref@sailsinc.org while the building is closed.
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Be Kind to Your Mind: Guided Meditation and Relaxation Monday, January 11, 2021 6:30pm While keeping our bodies healthy is important, it is equally as important to take care of our minds- especially during these challenging times. The library would like to help give you some tools to do just that. Join us for a virtual guided meditation and relaxation session with mindfulness specialist Amy Rutledge. Amy will teach us a little about the benefits of meditation and guide us through a 30-minute meditation session. Although this session will be presented via Zoom participants' cameras will be turned off, so you can simply relax in the comfort of your own home. Amy will take questions at the end of the session. Register HERE to receive the Zoom link.
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Neighbors in (virtual) Dialogue Wednesday, January 13, 2021 6-8pm Our discussion topic for January will be racism as it relates to the education system. Please join us as we share our varied perspectives on systemic racism in our community and in the world. The format of small group discussions led by trained facilitators ensures that everyone has their voice heard. Please share far and wide! The more voices participate, the better for our community. Registration is required and ends one day before the event. The Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants the morning of the event.
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Attleboro Be Heard Coalition MeetingWednesday, January 20, 2021 6pm Attleboro Be Heard is a diverse coalition of educators, parents, students, and community members working together to increase community engagement, improve the Attleboro Public Schools, and actively listen to all voices to enhance our role as the center of the Attleboro community. At this meeting we will reflect on notes gathered from previous conversations and discuss our next steps. Register by clicking HERE or by emailing beheard@attleboroschools.com
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Virtual Events at the LibraryLibrary staff will continue to bring the community its regularly scheduled virtual events while the building is closed. Visit our online calendar to learn more about and to register for virtual book groups, Genealogy Club, English Conversation Circles, Take & Make kits (at the end of the month) and more. Mrs. Brown will be LIVE on Facebook Wednesday afternoons at 3pm - just log on to listen and say hello!
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Winter 20201 Tutor TrainingBecoming a tutor at The Literacy Center is a rewarding way to give back to your community in a meaningful, lasting way. Each year, more than 120 people tutor over 150 students at The Literacy Center, providing an invaluable amount of hours in support of our students' goals. Tutors often help students with: Reading & Writing, Basic Math, Computer Skills, Career readiness and resume development, English pronunciation & conversation, Citizenship exam preparation, High School Equivalency Exam Prep, Trade-specific and industry exam prep. No background or experience is necessary, just a willingness to help and an eagerness to learn. All tutors receive comprehensive training prior to being matched with a student. Our Volunteer Coordinator will work with you to find the a match for your skills and ability.
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What's Going On?More scaffolding has gone up and more is coming! Roof demo will start soon, depending on the weather. Inside, some staff have moved their work spaces and are settling in to their temporary "homes." We're working closely with the contractors to ensure that services to our patrons run smoothly. More details on the renovation can be found on our website.
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For all the latest updates, visit attleborolibrary.org
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Attleboro Public Library 74 North Main St Attleboro, Massachusetts 02703 (508) 222-0157attleborolibrary.org |
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