Book Review & Library Calendar

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM — APRIL CALENDAR

Author: LeUyen Pham Publisher: Roaring Brook Press Reviewer: Amber Luna, Children’s Services Assistant, Moore Public Library

This book touched my heart in a way that I didn’t know I even needed. I was unable to put into words the feelings I had during the first two years of the pandemic. Outside, Inside by LeUyen Pham is the gentle voice for these feelings. "We had birthdays without parties, shared words without sounds, and reached each other without touching." This is a perfect book for those struggling with how to discuss the pandemic with their kiddos. Through beautiful illustrations, Pham touches on the grief, loneliness, and growth we all endured these past few years. Outside, Inside is ultimately a story of hope with an uplifting ending that is sure to bring a tear to your eye. "Outside the world kept growing. Inside, we kept growing too."

Outside, Inside is a story that will resonate both with children and their grown-ups, and even their grown-ups’ grown-ups. You can find a copy of Outside, Inside and other stories of hope at your library or on the PLS Connect app. Please feel free to visit the Children’s Desk or call us at 405.793.4347 with any questions.

VIRTUAL PROGRAMS

Many virtual programs require signup in advance with a valid email address. Go online to www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org/calendar for more information and the most current schedule of upcoming events. Tuesday, April 5, 12:00 p.m. – Sister Cities Chat Monday, April 11, 2:00 p.m. – Meditation and Mindfulness Tuesday, April 12, 12:00 p.m. – Sister Cities Chat Tuesday, April 12, 6:00 p.m. – Cover to Cover Book Club Thursday, April 14, 6:30 p.m. – Manga Book Club Friday April 15, 6:00 p.m. – Asian Culture Comics Club Monday, April 25, 2:00 p.m. – Meditation and Mindfulness

IN-PERSON PROGRAMS

Moore Public Library, 225 S. Howard Ave. Friday, April 1, 6:30 p.m. – Meet Us at the Barre Saturday, April 2, 10:00 a.m.. – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Monday, April 4, 4:30 p.m. – STEAM Tweens Monday, April 4, 6:30 p.m. – Yoga Tuesday, April 5, 10:00 a.m. – Tai Chi for Better Balance (at The Station at Central Park) Tuesday, April 5, 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Story Time Wednesday, April 6, 10:00 a.m. – How to Talk to Your Doctor Wednesday, April 6, 6:00 p.m. – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Thursday, April 7, 10:00 a.m. – Tai Chi for Better Balance Thursday, April 7, 10:30 a.m. – Toddler Story Time Friday, April 8, 10:00 a.m. – Fitness Friday Friday, April 8, 6:30 p.m. – Meet Us at the Barre Saturday, April 9, 9:00 a.m. – Annual Plant Exchange Saturday, April 9, 10:00 a.m.. – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Saturday, April 9, 10:00 a.m.. – Styrofoam Recycling Monday, April 11, 4:30 p.m. – STEAM Tweens Monday, April 11, 6:30 p.m. – Yoga Tuesday, April 12, 10:00 a.m. – Tai Chi for Better Balance Tuesday, April 12, 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Story Time Wednesday, April 13, 6:00 p.m. – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Thursday, April 14, 10:00 a.m. – Tai Chi for Better Balance Thursday, April 14, 10:30 a.m. – Toddler Story Time Saturday, April 16, 10:00 a.m.. – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Monday, April 18, 4:30 p.m. – STEAM Tweens Monday, April 18, 6:30 p.m. – Yoga Tuesday, April 19, 10:00 a.m. – Tai Chi for Better Balance Tuesday, April 19, 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Story Time Wednesday, April 20, 4:00 p.m. – Sensory Play Time Thursday, April 21, 10:00 a.m. – Tai Chi for Better Balance Thursday, April 21, 10:30 a.m. – Toddler Story Time Friday, April 22, 10:00 a.m. – Fitness Friday Friday, April 22, 6:00 p.m. – Pop Up Maker Lab: Maker Mobile (The Station at Central Park) Monday, April 25, 5:00 p.m. – Discord Discourse for Teens Monday, April 25, 6:30 p.m. – Yoga Thursday, April 28, 10:30 a.m. – Toddler Story Time

Southwest OKC Library, 2201 SW 134Th Street, OKC Monday, April 4, 4:30 p.m. – Life Skills: Financial Literacy for Ages 10-15 Wednesday, April 6, 10:30 a.m. – Music and Movement Thursday, April 7, 6:30 p.m. – Penn Avenue Literary Society Book Discussion Wednesday, April 13, 10:30 a.m. – Music and Movement Monday, April 18, 4:30 p.m. – Life Skills: Healthy Cooking for Ages 10-15 Wednesday, April 20, 10:30 a.m. – Early Explorers Saturday, April 23, 10:30 a.m. – Early Explorers Wednesday, April 27, 10:30 a.m. – Music and Movement Saturday, April 30, 10:30 a.m. – Teen Community Project: Community Garden