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What's Happening Next Week: Jan. 18 - Jan. 24
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What's the Buzz?
New Family Fun Bags Discover mythological creatures with these Family Fun Bags! Email wakyouth@noblenet.org to reserve yours today. Perks of Poetry Heidi shares the benefits of reading poetry with children. Books about Justice, Activism, and Courage Check out our Weekly Recommendations for stories of activism, justice, and courage. Holiday Closure Monday, Jan. 18: closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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10am Toddler Story Time Wiggle and giggle with Holly. Recommended for ages 1 - 2.
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10am Preschool Story Time Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts with Annie. Recommended for ages 3 - 4. 4pm Music Makers Make music on apps and programs with Holly. For ages 8 - 12.
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9am Baby Story TimeBooks and songs for babies with Amanda. Recommended for ages 0 - 1 and caregivers. 3pm Dungeons and Dragons Adventure awaits with Dungeon Master Casey. For ages 10 - 18.
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4pm After School Stories Solve mysteries with Heidi in these detective-themed tales. Recommended for ages 4 - 7.
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11am Ukulele Kids: Play Along Strum and sing along with Holly. Recommended for ages 6 - 10. 12pm Ukulele Kids: Lessons Ukulele instructions with Holly.
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Family Fun Bags Jan. 18 - Jan. 31Discover mythological creatures with books, activities, and crafts. Each bag contains crafts and activities for two. Available while supplies last, by reservation only. Recommended for ages 3 - 7.
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Grab-&-Go Crafts Every SaturdayStop by the library and pick up a Grab-&-Go Craft outside of the Avon Street entrance. Get creative at home with a different craft each week! No reservations required. First come, first served while supplies last. Recommended for ages 7+.
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A is for Activist
by Innosanto Nagara
A is for Activist is an ABC board book written and illustrated for the next generation: unapologetic about activism, environmental justice, civil rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and everything else that activists believe in and fight for. The alliteration, rhyming, and vibrant illustrations make the book exciting for children, while also sharing values of community, equality, and justice.
Recommended for ages 3 - 7. Recommended by Annie.
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Lillian's Right to Vote: A Celebration of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
by Jonah Winter
A 50th anniversary tribute to the Voting Rights Act of 1965 finds an elderly woman reflecting on her family's history, from the passage of the 15th Amendment through her participation in the protest march from Selma to Montgomery. Illustrated by the Coretta Scott King Illustration Award-winning artist of Underground.
Recommended for ages 5 - 9. Recommended by Annie.
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Book Uncle and Me
by Uma Krishnaswami
Every day nine-year-old Yasmin borrows a book from Book Uncle, a retired teacher who has set up a free lending library next to her apartment building. But when the mayor tries to shut down the rickety bookstand, Yasmin has to act - but what can a kid do to create change?
Recommended for ages 7 - 10. Recommended by Annie. Read along or listen to Book Uncle and Me with Annie on Facebook or YouTube.
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Act
by Kayla Miller
A lively follow-up to Click and Camp finds sixth grader Olive looking forward to an upcoming field trip before organizing a student-council election after discovering that school policy is preventing some of the kids from participating.
Recommended for ages 8 - 12. Recommended by Holly.
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In Need of a New Read? Your librarians are happy to help! Fill out this form to receive personalized recommendations for you from us:
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Lucius Beebe Memorial Library 345 Main Street Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880 781-246-6334 wakefieldlibrary.org |
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