April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and we are committed to spreading awareness about the issue. To show our support, we participated in the “Chalk the Walk” campaign organized by Women Helping Women from April 15 - 19. By Julia McCane-Knox
Uncover a wild and adventurous learning experience for you and your little ones. You’re invited to our Nature-themed Storytimes on select days at 11 a.m. to explore a variety of topics, including Trees, Volcanoes, Habitats, Whales, and the ABCs. Our Nature Storytime events provide an immersive and imaginative learning experience and are perfect for preschoolers who love the outdoors. Your child will have a blast while developing essential skills like phonics, math, reading, and art, all while surrounded by friends and family. And the learning doesn’t stop when Storytime is over! Each child will receive an Enrichment Kit filled with interactive activities to continue learning at home. Join us for Nature Storytimes and watch your children’s love for nature and reading grow.
Tree Storytime will be on Tuesday, April 30 at the North Adams Library. We will sing “This is the Way We Plant a Tree,” create paper towel tube trees, play a tree matching game, and listen to Trees by Verlie Hutchens. Volcano Storytime will be on Wednesday, May 1 at the Peebles Library. We will sing children’s songs, create a volcano craft, learn Vv words using Phonics and American Sign Language, and listen to stories.
Habitats Storytime will be on Wednesday, May 1 at the Manchester Library. We will sing classic kid’s songs and rhymes, create a paper plate magnetic duck pond, and listen to I Live in a Tree Trunk by Meg Fleming. Furthermore, Whale Storytime will be on Thursday, May 2 at the West Union Library. We will sing classic children’s songs, make a whale craft, and listen to The Snail and the Whale by Julia Donaldson.
Looking for a fun book club close to home? Join us for Book Talk at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1 at the Manchester Library. This monthly book club is open to adults and provides a unique opportunity to discuss books from a chosen genre. The best part is that you can read any book in that genre, providing the flexibility to pick a book you are interested in. By joining our Book Talk group, you can connect with other readers and share your thoughts and ideas about the books you read. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity.
In addition, we want to make your library experience as enjoyable as possible, which is why we offer an array of snacks for you and your family to munch on during your visit. If you’re feeling a little hungry, our friendly staff at the front desk are always happy to provide you with a snack. Plus, during our programs, we offer light refreshments to keep you energized and entertained. So come along and join us for some fun-filled activities and delicious treats.
To learn more about our exciting library programs, services, and resources, please don’t hesitate to contact any of our branches: West Union Library: 937-544-2591 — Peebles Library: 937-587-2085 — North Adams Library: 937-386-2556 — Manchester Library: 937-549-3359. Alternatively, you can visit our website at adamscolibrary.org or our Facebook page to stay up-to-date on the latest library news. We can’t wait to see you.
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