December 2018
Library Newsletter Guide to Free Programs and Events
Stone Soup and Other Heartwarming Tales December 4th
Frontier Band December 14th
LOOK INSIDE! • Beeswax Candles • True Crime Cases • Mobile Printing • Mah Jongg
Holiday Trivia Game December 4th - 18th
• Ugly Sweaters • Technology Classes • Arts and Crafts • LEGO Club • Festive Movies
Reindeer Name Contest
December 1st - 20th
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ADULTS
Visit laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
Beeswax Candle Workshop
Holiday Dog Treats
Join local crafter Donna Rains for a fun afternoon making beeswax candles just in time for your holiday dinner. Participants will make a pair of candles for themselves and another pair to give away to someone special. The candles will contain no artificial colorants or fragrances.
Santa Paws is here to show you how to make a tasty treat for that special canine member of the family! Rebecca Loomis, from Laurel Pointe Kennel, will be here to teach pet owners how to make an apple carrot dog treat with holiday decorations.
Monday, December 3rd • 1-2:30pm or 6-7:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Ages: 18+)
Mah Jongg
Monday, December 3rd • 5:30-7:30pm Location: Kentucky Room NO REGISTRATION Similar to the Western game of rummy, Mah Jongg is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. Experienced players, see if the tiles fall your way during a fun evening of play. If you’ve never played, please contact us before attending.
Monday, December 10th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Simple Gifts for Super People Tuesday, December 11th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Do you have super people in your life that you want to show how much you appreciate them? Then sign up for this demonstration where staff members Gwen & Susan will share simple gift ideas that you can make at home.
What’s for Brunch?
Books and Banter
Worried what to easily serve your family on Christmas morning? Teressa Gibbs has the answer and will share her ideas and recipes during this informative cooking demonstration. Sample tastings will be available for participants.
This month we’ll be discussing Phaedra Patrick’s The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper. When Arthur finds a charm bracelet belonging to his late wife, he sets off to discover the importance of each charm and learn more about his wife along the journey.
Oh What Fun! Party for Special Adults
Free Shredding at the Library
Enjoy a holiday party filled with crafts, a movie, and a special guest for a picture perfect opportunity. Participants’ care takers need to be present.
Are you concerned about identity theft and unauthorized disclosure of private information? The library has the answer to your dilemma.
“Cool Yule” Wreath
Locked containers from Secure Stream will be on site for collecting confidential documents. Full containers will be picked up and taken to the local Secure Stream site for shredding and recycling. Limit of three banker-size boxes per person.
Tuesday, December 4th • 6-7:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Wednesday, December 5th • 1-2pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Ages: 16+)
Thursday, December 6th • 1-2pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Ages: 18+) During this fun and easy craft session, participants will be making an attractive wreath to celebrate the season. Use your imagination to personalize the wreath to suit your holiday style.
Tuesday, December 11th • 6:30-7:30pm Location: Kentucky Room NO REGISTRATION
Wednesday, December 12th • 9am-4pm Location: Library Lobby NO REGISTRATION
Frontier LIVE in Concert
Friday, December 14th • 6-7:30pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION Frontier is a harmony-driven Kentucky band featuring brothers Ethan and Andrew Worley, their cousin Caleb Caudill, and Jon Watts. With deep roots in the classic sounds of the 70’s, the band has been said to “breathe a new but nostalgic life into today’s soundscape.” The band loves what they do, and this shines through in their energetic performances, unforgettable harmonies, and skilled musicianship. Audiences can always expect upbeat, honest, feel-good songs and a rockin’ good show.
Writers’ Ink
Monday, December 17th • 4-5pm Location: Kentucky Room REGISTRATION APPRECIATED Calling all writers! If you’re interested in improving your writing skills and finding other writers to share ideas and techniques with, the library writers’ group is perfect for you. Associate Professor Amanda Morris from Somerset Community College will facilitate the session.
True Crime Cases Wednesday Matinee Movie: Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love Wednesday, December 12th • 2-3:30pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION APPRECIATED
An unexpected blizzard threatens the Parton family, while at the same time Dolly’s father and family make sacrifices to raise enough money to finally buy his wife the wedding ring he could never afford to give her. Meanwhile, an important person in little Dolly’s life begins to see that her amazing voice and musical gift might just be made for something bigger than rural Tennessee. This film is rated PG.
Tuesday, December 18th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION REQUIRED Let’s break down the evidence of the case known in the media as, “The Bathtub Murder” to decide if Sarah Widmer’s drowning was an accident, or if her accused husband is actually guilty. To get a head start on this case, check out our True Crime Cases blog at laurellibrary.org/blog.
Murder by the Book
Thursday, December 20th • 6-7pm Location: Kentucky Room NO REGISTRATION This month we’ll be discussing 15 Seconds by Andrew Gross. When a successful plastic surgeon is framed for the murder of a police officer, he must discover who the murderer is and why they are trying to frame him.
Holiday Trivia Game for Adults December 4th-18th Location: Skylight NO REGISTRATION (Ages 18+)
Get into the holiday spirit by participating in the Holiday Trivia Game for Adults. Pick up the trivia game sheet in the library skylight area, read the instructions carefully, and then have fun seeking the correct answers. Completed entries must be received by 8pm Tuesday, December 18th, late entries will not be accepted. The winning entry will receive a $50 gas card graciously provided by the Friends of the Laurel County Public Library. One entry per adult. If a tie(s) occurs, a drawing from these entries will take place to determine the winner.
TECHNOLOGY CLASSES You must have a library card, valid email address, basic computer skills, and be 18+ to participate.
E-Readers
Monday, December 10th • 1-2:30pm Monday, December 17th • 10-11:30am Location: Community Room REGISTRATION APPRECIATED Learn how to navigate your Kindle Fire, iPad, or other device to download eBooks and audiobooks with your library card.
Resume Basics
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Friday, December 14th • 1-2:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION APPRECIATED Learn how to create a basic functional or chronological resume, and the steps to format your resume to best sell your skills and experience to potential employers in this class.
Customizing Your Resume
Thursday, December 20th • 1-2:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION APPRECIATED This class will show you how to select the appropriate resume type and adjust formatting, language, headings, and craft a strong resume profile or objective to help you land the job you’ve been wanting.
Mobile Printing We’re excited to offer a new service for our community, Mobile Printing!
This convenient service gives patrons the ability to print from anywhere, on almost any device. You can print from home, inside the library using your laptop, or with your mobile device. After following a few simple steps, your print job will be sent through the cloud to the library. It will be waiting for you at the front desk where it will be printed by our staff when you walk in. It’s fast, convenient, and easy! Visit our website to get started. bit.ly/LCPLmobileprint
COMING IN DECEMBER
TEENS
Grades: 7-12th Visit laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
Teen Coding
Wii Wednesday
This will be the fourth session in our coding program. We’ll continue to learn how technology is used in the music industry!
It’s time to battle it out on the big screen in the auditorium! Choose from one of our Wii games and see who will become victorious!
Holiday Plates
Ugly Christmas Shirt
If you’d like to give the perfect gift this holiday season then look no further than this workshop. We’ll create a holiday plate that will be perfect for cookies or other tasty seasonal goodies.
You can be as tacky as you want while decorating a one of a kind Ugly Christmas Shirt. We’ll provide the tinsel, baubles, and bows, and you provide the creativity for the ugliest Christmas shirt around!
Tuesday, December 4th • 5-7pm Location: Children’s Department REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Wednesday, December 5th • 5-6pm Location: Auditorium Lobby REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Design your Own Ornament
Thursday, December 6th • 5:30-6:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED Tired of the same boring Christmas ornaments? Stop by and get creative decorating a one of a kind ornament perfect for trimming your tree.
Wednesday, December 12th • 5-7pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION
Wednesday, December 12th • 5:30-6:30pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Homeschool Hangouts: Snow Globes
Thursday, December 13th • 10:30am-11:30am Location: Auditorium Lobby REGISTRATION APPRECIATED Keep the festive feeling all year long with a snow globe that’ll make your feel like you’re walking in a winter wonderland.
Teen Book Club
Thursday, December 13th • 5-6pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION This month we’ll discuss The Darkest Minds by Alexander Bracken. Having survived a mysterious disease that killed most of America’s children, Ruby emerges with frightening abilities that she cannot control.
Teen Christmas Party
Friday, December 7th • 5:30pm-7:30pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION TEENS! Grab a friend and join us as we celebrate the holiday with hot chocolate, snacks, crafts, and a movie! We’ll watch one of our favorites, The Santa Clause, to help us feel extra jolly. This film is rated PG.
Writing Group
Thursday, December 20th • 6-7:30pm Location: Teen Space NO REGISTRATION Stop by the library and put your pen to paper! We’ll have some writing prompts to make you feel festive for the holidays.
What’s Your Reindeer Name? December 1st-20th Location: Teen Space NO REGISTRATION
Let the Reindeer Games begin! Stop by the Teen Space to discover what your reindeer name is! Once you find out, use one of our reindeer templates to create a reindeer that is unique to your personality. Be sure to add your reindeer to our festive bulletin board so everyone can see. All teens who participate will be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card straight from the North Pole! Entries must be received by 8pm on the 20th, and the winner will be drawn on the morning of the 21st. One entry per teen.
TWEENS Fancy Christmas Ornaments
Thursday, December 6th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED Let’s get ready to decorate our Christmas trees! We’ll paint a variety of Christmas ornaments and get a jump-start on our holiday decorating! All materials will be provided.
Stand Up Santa Claus
Monday, December 10th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED Santa Clause is coming to town! Visit the library and make a stand up Santa Clause of your very own or give it as a great gift to friends or family members!
Ages: 9-13 Visit laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
Paint-Chip Holiday Cards
Wednesday, December 12th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Did you know you can make colorful seasonal cards using paint chip samples! Today let’s create our own unique card using paint samples and other supplies.
Crazy Candy Canes
Monday, December 17th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED Stop by today and make an adorable candy cane craft! Well also enjoy tasting various kinds of yummy candy canes!
KIDS
Ages: Up to age 9 Visit laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
Stone Soup & Other Heartwarming Tales Tuesday, December 4th • 11am, 1pm, or 6pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION
This show focuses on the true meaning of the season… giving. Three classic tales, “Stone Soup”, “The Gift of the Magi”, and “The Drum: A Tale from India”, help students learn about what it means to give a gift with an open heart. This performance is part of our Playhouse Theatrical Series sponsored by Cumberland Valley National Bank and the Laurel County Public Library. This will be the final performance of this year’s theatrical series. Next spring we’ll have teen acting workshops with the Kentucky Shakespeare Theatre, Apollo the Moon with Lexington Children’s Theatre, and so much more!
Storytime with the London Police Dept.
Children’s Christmas Movie
An officer from the London Police Department will be here to share a story with us! Following the story we’ll have an activity you can take home with you.
This month we’ll be watching Santa Buddies. When the magical icicle at Santa’s North Pole starts to melt, and Christmas is in danger, the Snow Buddies are there to save the day! This film is rated G.
Wednesday, December 5th • 11am-12pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION
Preschool Playdate
Friday, December 7th • 11am-12pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Let’s have a playdate at the library! We’ll meet up with our old friends and make some new ones! Let’s dance, read stories, play, and enjoy a fun time together!
Holiday Cookies, Cocoa and Crafts Friday, December 7th • 4-5:30pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION ‘Tis the season! Stop by and enjoy a variety of holiday cookies and cocoa! We’ll also make an adorable holiday craft you can take with you!
Saturday, December 8th • 11am-1pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION
Homeschool Happenings: Reindeer Gifts Thursday, December 13th • 10:30-11:30am Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION
On Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, and Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen... and don’t forget Rudolph! We’ll be creating adorable reindeer out of candy, marshmallows, and delicious hot cocoa! They also make great gifts for family and friends!
LEGO Club
Thursday, December 13th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Parents! Did you know that building with LEGO’s enhances fine motor skills? Bring your favorite master builder and take advantage of the library’s LEGO collection. Take home a LEGO book full of fun ideas that will keep building on your child’s imagination.
Pop and Tot Storytime
Tuesday, December 18th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Calling all dads, grandfathers, and uncles! Spend an evening with your little one reading some exciting books, singing some fun songs, and getting creative with a hands-on activity. While you’re here take some time to work a puzzle and visit our block table, but be sure to check out some books for the perfect bedtime story.
Storytime Schedule Tuesday
Try reading a new holiday favorite with your child!
10am • Babygarten 11am • Ready to Read
Wednesday
10am • Babygarten 11am • Ready to Read 4pm • Readers are Leaders
Saturday
11am • Saturday Storytime Which Storytime is best for your child? Babygarten: Designed for children up to age 3, this program provides a basic understanding of child development, while providing an engaging time for children and caregivers!
Ready to Read: This interactive storytime is designed for preschool aged children, and focuses on building cognitive, social, physical, and early literacy skills.
Readers are Leaders: Geared for school aged students, this program provides a time to discuss books, play games, and participate in exciting hands-on activities. Saturday Storytime: Fun for all ages, this storytime is a way to fill your Saturday morning with excitement!
OUTREACH SERVICES
As the temperature drops it makes it more difficult for some patrons to come to the library. Do you know someone with mobility or transportation issues who would enjoy a library delivery or bookmobile stop? Send them our way! After a simple application process, we’ll work them into our routes as soon as possible and they’ll enjoy getting library materials every two weeks from our bookmobile staff. Below is a current schedule for the bookmobile and outreach services:
Week 1
Week 2
Monday
Monday
Apartment Route
Carnaby/490 Route
House of Manor, Arlington Green, Noah Lane, and County Farm apartments, plus residential stops nearby
Carnaby Square Apartments, plus residential stops nearby
Pickup/Delivery
Tuesday
Parkway Route Bookmobile
Cedar Lane Apartments, Little Shepherd’s, and London Village, plus residential stops nearby
Wednesday
Lily/Campground Route Bookmobile
Little Learners, plus residential stops nearby
Thursday
School Route Bookmobile
Sonlight Preschool, and Refuge Baptist Academy, plus residential stops nearby
Bookmobile
Tuesday
Nursing Home Route Pick-up/Delivery
Laurel Heights, Village Heights, and Laurel Village, plus residential stops nearby
Wednesday
South Laurel Route Bookmobile
Hillcrest Nursing Home, plus residential stops nearby
Thursday
School Route Bookmobile
Cornerstone Preschool, McDaniel Learning Center, and The Creek Academy, plus residential stops nearby
ON DISPLAY Native Voices: Native Peoples’ Concepts of Health and Illness December 8th - December 20th This traveling exhibition explores the interconnectedness of wellness, illness and cultural life for Native Americans, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians. The U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) developed and produced Native Voices: Native Peoples’ Concepts of Health and Illness. The American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office, in partnership with NLM, tours the exhibition to America’s libraries.
Pop-Up Book Magic December 1st - 31st A pop-up book can bring out the kid in anyone. It’s hard to resist touching and feeling the pages as they come to life in front of your eyes. Visit the library and enjoy some spectacular pop-up books, while seeing how these elaborate books require the genius of paper engineers, printers, illustrators, and writers. This collection was graciously donated by Daniel Maye.
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Special Holiday Hours The library will be closed December 24th and 25th in observance of Christmas.
The library will also be closing at 5pm on December 31st, and will remain closed on January 1st for New Years Day. Be sure to come in and stock up on items but if the holidays have you too busy, you can access our extensive downloadable collection of eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines through our website!