LibraryAware HKDPL eNewsletter August 2021

HKDPL eNewsletter

August 2021

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Events for Adults

Herb Gardening with Cornell Cooperative

Wednesday, August 11 6:30pm
Herbs have enhanced our senses and made our food more palatable since before history was recorded. Learn some of the fun facts as well as the practical aspects of having an herb garden of your own. Learn ways to incorporate these wonderful plants into your landscapes. Via Zoom, so an active internet connection is required. REGISTER HERE

Friday Matinee – Queen Bees
Friday, August 13, 1:00 pm PG-13 1 hour, 40 minutes.
Ellen Burstyn stars as Helen in this light hearted film about a fiercely independent senior who temporarily moves into a nearby retirement community. She encounters lusty widows and a bevy of “mean girls.” Along the way, she discovers it’s never too late to make new friends or find a new love. PG-13

Light refreshments will be served.

Inner and Outer Peace through Meditation
Tuesday, August 17, 6:30pm
Imagine being able to access a sanctuary of peace when modern life gets overwhelming. Meditation calms the body, mind and soul and is the key to reducing stress and living a life of peace. Join Dr. Frank Pawlowski to learn how to achieve a state of tranquility during this informative and educational program. REGISTER HERE

Morning Meditation with Carole Brill

Every Monday at 11:00 am
Join Carole Brill to learn techniques to restore inner peace and healing with meditation and music.

Register online or call (845) 786-3800 x 18

Registration required. Select a date to register:

Aug 2 Aug 9 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30

Zoom sign-in details will be emailed to all participants.

Chair Yoga with Marla on Zoom and FB Live
Every Wednesday at 1:30 pm
Join Marla and deepen your yoga practice at any level.

Call to register: (845) 786-3800 x 18

or register here: Chair YOGA with Marla

Zoom sign-in details will be emailed to all participants.

Practice with Marla anytime: Gentle Yoga YouTube

Chair Yoga onYouTube

ADULT SUMMER READING 2021
Ages 16 and up. There is still time to join the 2021 Adult Summer Reading Game! Register at the Adult Reference desk. Play your way around the HKDPL Game board to earn raffle entries. Participate from home by creating your account with READsquared: ADULT SUMMER READING 2021
For more information, please visit:

ADULT SUMMER READING INFORMATION GUIDE

Events for Children

Rocket Science
Tuesday, August 3, 6:00 pm. For ages 9-12.

Make your own Alka Seltzer rockets! Have fun with science and discover more about the world around you. Registration is open now for HKDPL members and July 27 for everyone else. This program is in person at the Main Library in Garnerville and masks are required. Call (845) 786-3800 x 25 to register

It's Minecraft Mania! - Virtual Edition

Wednesday, August 4, 5:45 - 7:30 pm. For ages 6-12.

Join together to work in teams to build and play. Using your own account is encouraged. If you do not have an account, one can be provided. Equipment needed: computer or mobile device. Registration is open now for HKDPL cardholders and July 28 for everyone else. Call (845) 786-3800 x 25 to register with your email. We will send you a link to the program.

Virtual Storytelling!
For ages 5-12 and their families.

Storyteller Donna Washington's performance will be on-demand all week! Check our website for new links on Mondays, Aug 9 and 23. Registration is open for everyone.

Register at (845) 786-3800 x 25 with your email. We will send you a link to the program.

Virtual Cartooning
Wednesday, August 11, 6:00 pm For ages 7 and up
Join award-winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski to learn how to create your own cartoon characters, draw facial expressions and create unique animal characters.
REGISTER HERE or call (845) 786-3800 x 25

Let's Draw Impossible Animals!
Wednesday, August 18, 6:00 pm For ages 7 and up
Learn to draw a platypussycat, a bengalbunny, a koalabird and even a kangorillapig! Impossible animals is fun interactive cartooning program with cartoonist Rick Stromoski.
REGISTER HERE or call (845) 786-3800 x 25

Summer Reading Club

Independent readers living in the North Rockland school district are invited to join our SUMMER READING CLUB! Keep track of all the books you read this summer! BINGO! Raffles! Stickers! Weekly prizes! Sign up in-person and online at READsquared

Read To Me Club

Children under age 5 are invited to join our READ TO ME CLUB! Keep track of all the books you read this summer (and all the books that are read to you!) in your very own reading log! Earn weekly crafts and prizes! Sign up in-person and online at READsquared

Page Turner Adventures
Page Turner Adventures are back this summer with The Animal Adventures Summer Reading Program!

Each week we will post new videos on our website: comedy shows, author interviews, virtual field trips, guest performers, contests, games, recipes, and arts & crafts.

Zumbini

Thursdays at 10:30 am. For children 4 years old & younger.

Zumbini combines music, dance, and educational tools for can’t stop, won’t stop fun! Registration is open for everyone. Register at (845) 786-3800 x 25 with your email and we will send you a link to the programs.

Miss Jolie on Facebook Live!

Fridays at 9:30 am. For ages 5 and under

So much fun and very interactive! Registration is open for everyone. Register at (845) 786-3800 x 25 with your email & we will send you a link to the programs.

Or join on the HKDPL Children's Faceboook Page

Events for Teens

Consent Thursday, August 5, 5:00 pm

Participants work with the facilitator to define consent and why it's important. Students analyze social norms and the language used to talk about sex. REGISTER HERE

Decision Making Thursday, August 19, 5:00 pm

Participants discuss cultural, social, and physical aspects which can make decision making confusing for a young person. Participants walk away feeling more empowered to make decisions that are best for them. REGISTER HERE

New Young Adult eBooks and Audiobooks on Overdrive

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