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London Public Library May 2024 Newsletter
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WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH?
Programs Happening this Month: - Pen Pal Program Registration
- Unicorn Rides
- Searchin' America for Bigfoot Tour '24
- And MORE! (Scroll Down to See All of Our Events!)
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Ringling Bros. Reading Program
NOW till May 11th, All Day
London Public Library
Kids (ages 2 – 12) can earn a free ticket to Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, happening May 10 - 12, 2024, just by reading 5 books! Rules and Stipulations: Pick up a reading voucher at the library. Have vouchers stamped by library staff. Only valid for show times listed on the back of the voucher. Reading vouchers may only be redeemed at Schottenstein Center prior to the performance date. Free ticket with purchase of a full-priced adult ticket.
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Pen Pal Program - Registration
Wednesday, May 1st, till Sunday, May 19th
London Public Library
Write to a pen pal this summer! The London Public Library is working to reconnect people this Summer by pairing people from different states together as pen pals. Our library has partnered with libraries in Arizona (Page Public Library), Maryland (Allegany County Library), North Carolina (McDowell County Public Library), and Wisconsin (Rusk County Community Library) for this program. Here is the rundown for important dates during this program: May 1-19: Patrons can register. All ages are welcome to participate. May 20-25: We will pair pen pals and reach out to everyone participating May 28: Starting this day patrons can come pick up their Pen Pal Packets. (Packets include pen pal information, paper, envelopes, and suggested writing topics) June – July: Patrons are encouraged to write at least 3 letters to their pen pals. How it will work: Patrons will register by going online to fill out the google form or by calling into the library. Once we have all the registrants, we will pair them up with patrons at other libraries. Patrons will be given their pen pal’s name as well as a little bit about their pen pal. Once you write your letter, you will return it to the library and we will mail it to your pen pal for you! Patrons will be able to pick up letters from their out-of-state pen pal at the library.
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Book Nook Book Sale
Saturday, May 4th, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
London Public Library Book Nook
There's a book sale at the Book Nook behind the library! Visit the Book Nook on the first Saturday of the month from 11 am to 3 pm for great deals on books, DVDs, and more!
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Paws for Reading with Emma
Tuesday, May 7th, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
London Public Library Reading Room
Read to a real dog! Register your child for a 10-minute time slot in which they will read a story to certified therapy dog, Emma. Emma is a nonjudgmental listener who will encourage children to read and help struggling readers find confidence. If you click on the link and it says "Event Full" please navigate to our events calendar to select a different reading time. *Have a book picked out and ready to read for your time slot.*
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CLOSED - Memorial Day
Monday, May 27th, All Day
London Public Library
The library is closed all day in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 27th. We will resume normal hours of operation on Tuesday, May 28th.
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Pen Pal Program - Packet Pickup
Tuesday, May 28th, till Tuesday, June 4th
London Public Library
Write to a pen pal this summer! The London Public Library is working to reconnect people this Summer by pairing people from different states together as pen pals. Our library has partnered with libraries in Arizona (Page Public Library), Maryland (Allegany County Library), North Carolina (McDowell County Public Library), and Wisconsin (Rusk County Community Library) for this program. Here is the rundown for important dates during this program: May 1-19: Patrons can register. All ages are welcome to participate. May 20-25: We will pair pen pals and reach out to everyone participating May 28: Starting this day patrons can come pick up their Pen Pal Packets. (Packets include pen pal information, paper, envelopes, and suggested writing topics) June – July: Patrons are encouraged to write at least 3 letters to their pen pals How it will work: Patrons will register by going online to fill out the google form or by calling into the library. Once we have all the registrants, we will pair them up with patrons at other libraries. Patrons will be given their pen pal’s name as well as a little bit about their pen pal. Once you write your letter, you will return it to the library and we will mail it to your pen pal for you! Patrons will be able to pick up letters from their out-of-state pen pal at the library.
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Columbus Symphony Concert and Instrument Petting Zoo
Thursday, May 30th, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
Listen to a music concert and then play some instruments yourselves! Enjoy a concert performed by some members of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra. The concert will be followed by a hands-on experience where children can touch, hold, and even make sounds on an assortment of instruments, including string instruments, woodwinds, and a set of bells.
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Toddler Time
Tuesday, May 7th, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Tuesday, May 14th, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Tuesday, May 21st, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
Toddler Time will engage your child with stories, songs, and finger plays. For ages 0 - 3 years. Each week focuses on a different theme using books, songs, and finger plays to reinforce the topic and boost early literacy. We incorporate lots of music and movement. There are weeks we will use musical instruments, scarves, balls, and a parachute.
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Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, May 7th, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Tuesday, May 14th, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Tuesday, May 21st, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
Preschool Story Time will delight your child with stories, songs, finger plays, and a weekly letter activity. For ages 3 - 6 years. Each week focuses on a different theme using books, songs, and finger plays to reinforce the topic and boost early literacy. We incorporate lots of music and movement. There are weeks we will use musical instruments, scarves, balls, and a parachute. Preschoolers have the opportunity to practice the alphabet with a special letter activity after the regular story time is finished.
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Unicorn Rides
Saturday, May 11th, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
London Public Library Backyard
Ride a unicorn! Enjoy a magical and whimsical experience on a unicorn ride provided by Horse-N-Round Fun!
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Group Study Session
Tuesday, May 7th, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
Need a place to do homework? The Hartley Meeting Room will be open from 4:00pm to 7:00pm to any high school student needing a place to do school work. Drop in any time! Free Wi-Fi is always available at the library and snacks will be provided to any student that attends.
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Mike Familant Live! Searchin' America Tour '24
Wednesday, May 8th, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
London Public Library Hartely Meeting Room
Join Producer, Lead Investigator and New Jersey Native Mike Familant as he shares his experiences researching and tracking down the truth behind North America’s most iconic cryptid, Bigfoot. Bigfoot, Sasquatch, Grassman, Skunk Ape or Big Red Eye, whatever name you choose to call this large, bipedal hominid, Mike has probably tried to track it down. Mike has been researching this amazing creature for over 13 years and has captured some impressive evidence along the way. From the Florida Swamps to the North Country of Maine and everywhere in between, Mike is the full-time, lead investigator and producer of the show, “In the Shadow of Big Red Eye.” He will exhibit some extraordinary evidence backed by facts which he and his team have collected throughout his journey, along with some of the unfortunate experiences which come along with Bigfooting. A Q&A will be held after the presentation and Mike will be available after for photographs and autographs. See all of Mike’s shows, including his docuseries “Squatchables” (how to get into Bigfooting) and his YouTube Channel, “Sussex County Bigfoot,” on his website, shadowofredeye.com.
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Book Club
Tuesday, May 14th, 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month when we meet to discuss the current book and pick up the next month’s title. We reserve copies that you can get at the library. This month, we will be reading Matrix by Lauren Goff.
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Using LinkedIn and Indeed - Career Prep Series
Wednesday, May 15th, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
Join us for another program in the Career Prep Series! For this program, attendees will learn about Linked-In and Indeed, including what they are, how to use them, and how to create a profile.
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Justice Bus
Thursday, May 16th, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
London Public Library
Need legal advice of anything relating to family law? The Justice Bus will be visiting our library! The Ohio Justice Bus is a mobile legal aid office and technology hotspot that provides legal aid and pro bono attorneys to Ohioans at no cost to clients. On this day, attorneys will be offering free legal advice on matters relating to family law (i.e. divorce, custody, child support). If you would like the chance to meet with an attorney please use the registration link to sign up for a time slot. Must be 18 years or older to register for a time slot.
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DIY Terrariums
Tuesday, May 21st, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
Create your own terrarium! The Madison County Master Gardeners will be here to teach us all about terrariums! After a brief explanation of terrariums and their care, attendees will be able to choose their planter, plants, and decorations to make their very own terrarium. The Master Gardeners will provide all the supplies for this program but feel free to bring your own trinkets to add to your terrariums! This program is for ages 12+. Registration is required.
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Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Wednesday, May 22nd, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
Guidelines for joining the LPL TAB: TAB members must be between 7-12 grade and a minimum of 13 years old. TAB members must be able to commit to 1 meeting a month during the school year. *Failure to notify board leader about missed meetings may result in removal from TAB. TAB members will work as a team under guidance and supervision of the Adult/Teen Program Coordinator to: Recommend and create programs just for teens. Manage/supervise teen programs under the guidance of the Adult/Teen Program Coordinator, Suggest ideas that they would like to see around the library. Recommend teen materials to add to the library’s collection Why should I join the TAB? You will have a hand in creating programs specifically for teens.You will be able to recommend materials for our collection. You will get community service hours for every TAB meeting that you attend. You will be able to put a leadership position on your college application. You will have the opportunity to make the library a better place for teens. How to apply: The application for the TAB can be found by clicking the link in the title.
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Lotus Lantern Craft (RESCHEDULED)
Tuesday, May 28th, 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
The Lotus Lantern Craft in April was canceled due to poor weather conditions and rescheduled for Tuesday, May 28th. Join us in making a Lotus Lantern Craft! Join the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project as they host this special program! Attendees will first learn the meaning of the lotus and lotus lantern lighting festival in Korea before being taught how to make the lotus lantern craft. Following the craft, a short documentary film about Korea will be shown. Spaces are limited, so sign up today! Craft is for ages 10 and up.
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Interview Prep and Practice - Career Prep Series
Wednesday, May 29th, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
London Public Library Hartley Meeting Room
Join us for another program in the Career Prep Series! Attendees will be given the 20 most common interview questions, review and answer them together, and then practice 1-on-1.
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Tech Help
All May, Call to Schedule a Time!
London Public Library
Register now and get one-on-one help for any of your devices! Are you struggling to work the new iPad you got for Christmas? Maybe you want to set up a social media account but don't know where to start? Do you want to become more knowledgeable on how to work your email? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the London Public Library can help! We are now offering FREE Technology Help Sessions during the week by appointment only! Call or come in to schedule your help session! Each help session will provide a one-on-one 45-minute time block where you can ask questions and be shown how to use/do various tasks. Help session attendees must bring their own technology to learn on.
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Find Gnorbert the Gnome!
Every Week Starting on Monday,
Gnorbert the Gnome is hiding somewhere in the London Public Library! Find him and tell a staff member to win a piece of candy!
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Find the Random Object!
Every Week Starting on Monday,
Gnorbert the Gnome isn't the only thing hiding in the Library! Gnorbert also hid something in the London Public Library that doesn't belong. Find it and tell a staff member what it is to win a piece of candy!
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