March 29, 2024

News and Notes from the Blanding Library

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Learn the Penny Whistle, Tues. July 10 at 1 p.m.
Learn to play the penny whistle in a beginner’s workshop where both children (ages 6 and up) and adults will learn the basics of playing. Please call the library at 508-252-4236 to register in advance. You’ll also receive a free whistle to take home, courtesy of the Friends of the Blanding Library.

Not Your Average Story Hour, Wed. July 11 at 10 a.m.
Special guest and local author/illustrator Nancy Cote visits for a very special story and craft time. Nancy will read one of her great children’s picture books, followed by a take-home craft session. Registration required.

Smart Robots, Wed. July 11, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
This workshop from the RI Computer Museum aims to explain basic concepts of robotics. Students will learn coding to instruct a simple robot to move objects. Set-up is easy for beginners or challenging for experienced programmers and fun for all. This program is for ages 10 and up. Call the library for more details. Registration required.

Kindermusik Playdate, Thurs. July 12 & Aug. 9, at 10 a.m.
Cheryl Bailey from Kindermusik leads the fun with music, movement, instrument play and dancing, for children ages 1 to 4. Note that space is limited. Please register in advance.

Wigglebot, Mon. July 16, at 10:30 a.m.
Create a motorized “rockin’ robot” in this hands-on program for children ages 5 to 11. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Please check with the library for more details about this program before registering in advance.

Not Your Average Story Hour, Wed. July 18 at 10 a.m.
Meet Toto the Tornado Kitten, who was rescued by paramedic Jonathan Hall after a tornado in Brimfield a few years ago. Jonathan wrote a book about his adopted kitty and will bring Toto along when he reads from his book at the library. Registration required.

Frog Chorus, Thurs. July 19 at 10 a.m.
This program from Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary in Attleboro will explore the frog’s life cycle and teach how to identify local frogs by their unique calls. Registration required.

Cooking “Rocks”, Mon. July 23 at 11:30 a.m.
Chef Amanda returns this summer with some rockin’ recipes for appetizers and chocolate truffles to impress your family and friends. This program is for ages 10 and up (adults too). Registration required.

Yoga for Families, Tues. July 24 & Fri. Aug. 10, 10-11 a.m.
This is a free parent-child activity for children from babies up to age 8. It is sponsored by the PACE CCW CFCE Program with funding from the Mass. Dept. of Early Education and Care.

Buzz, Buzz, Buzz, Wed. July 25 at 10 a.m.
Learn about local insect species and discover the sounds they make. This interactive program is full of games and activities to help you learn about these amazing little creatures. Presented by Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary. Registration required.

Not Your Average Story Hour, Thurs. July 26 at 10:30
Author/illustrator Carla Marrero joins us to read one of her "purrfectly" wonderful cat stories (or two?) to be followed by a take-home craft. Registration required.

A Visit from Princess Lilly, Thurs. Aug 2 at 10 a.m.
Join author and animal advocate Heidi McKearney and her special needs rescue dog Princess Lilly. Heidi will tell us about Princess Lilly’s journey from Thailand to her new home in Attleboro and show how Lilly’s custom wheelchair doesn’t slow down this joyful dog’s spirit. An inspiring program for all ages; no registration required.

Rockin’ Socks Story Hour, Wed. Aug. 8 at 10 a.m.
Listen to a cool story or two and create your own sock penguin to take home (no sewing necessary), for kids aged 3-6, older siblings welcome. Registration required. Tot Time for children under age 3 will continue on Tuesday mornings at 10 a.m. Registration required for this series.

Check the August Reporter and the library’s website (blandinglibrary.net) or call 508-252-4236 or stop by the Blanding for information about still more fun programs later in August. Come to the Blanding Library for FREE great entertainment all summer!

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