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Laugh Line
Monday, July 20, 2020
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
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Call (812) 349-3208 to hear a kid-friendly joke! Jokes change daily Monday–Friday by 5 PM. This program is geared towards ages 7–12, but all ages are welcome!
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Limited Library Services
Monday, November 30, 2020
Monday, January 04, 2021
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To learn more about virtual library services by appointment and online chat and phone hours, please visit the current services and appointments webpage. All public meeting rooms are closed.
The Coiled Crown: A Fantasy-Themed Digital Escape Room
Thursday, December 03, 2020
Sunday, January 31, 2021
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Journey into a ruined fantasy world in search of an ancient queen's crown. Inspired by games like Dark Souls, Mortal Shell, and Metroid, you'll need to unearth the forgotten lore of haunted places like the Netherworld Forest, Scorched Keep, and Lost Catacombs in order to solve the adventure's puzzles. Age 12 and up. Get started at mcpl.info/coiledcrown.
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Cardinal Stage Presents: Family Photo Challenge: Choose Your Own Story
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Thursday, December 31, 2020
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Imagine your story with Cardinal Stage! Recreate any favorite folktale of your choosing using ten original photos for a chance to win a $50 gift card to Lennie's! Read the story, asking your kids to listen for the most important characters, events, and plot points, then work together to plan out your photos. Post your photo story by January 3 on Instagram or Facebook to enter to win. To qualify, you must tag Cardinal Stage (@cardinalstage) and use the hashtag #cardinalchallenge. See cardinalstage.org/family-photo-challenge for more details. You can use Hoopla to find various eBook versions of popular tales, such as "The Gingerbread Man" or "Stone Soup" or ask your librarians to pick out some folktales for you with this recommendation form. All ages.
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D&D Library Talk: Episode Two
Monday, December 14, 2020
Sunday, December 27, 2020
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D&D Library Talk is our podcast on the ins and outs of RPG systems, like Dungeons and Dragons! We talk about how to make sure everyone enjoys the game, whether as a player or game master. Episode two focuses on world building and how to create a campaign without burning out. Age 12 and up. Access archived and future podcasts on our D&D Library Talk webpage.
Virtual Storytime: Leave Me Alone! and No Roses for Harry!
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
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Join us for a fun (and short!) preschool storytime. Rhymes, songs and a story help preschoolers practice early literacy skills. Geared to ages 2-6, but all ages welcome!
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*** This virtual program may be viewed on the Library's YouTube channel, premiering December 15 at 10 AM. It will be archived and available on the same YouTube channel thereafter. ***
Teen Services Online
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
All Branches
While the physical libraries are closed, your virtual teen space is waiting for you on Discord! Join the Library for all your teen space fun, Monday and Wednesday from 3–5 PM and Tuesday and Thursday from 3–7 PM! To join you must be between the ages of 13–19 and live in Monroe County.
Fill out the form at mcpl.info/discord if you want to participate! A teen librarian will respond as soon as they can with an invite link.