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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Shane Tang
Friday, April 19, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
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Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Baby Play
Friday, April 19, 2024
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Play, learn, and get to know other parents. We'll have sensory toys and other manipulatives to facilitate a fun time for all. There will also be an opportunity to talk about baby health, safety, postpartum care, and literacy with Tandem Birthing Center's Blythe Angle. Ages birth–2.
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This program is in partnership with Tandem Birthing Center.
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Kids LEGO® Masters
Saturday, April 20, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Are you a LEGO® Master? Flex your building muscles in this fun and friendly competition to complete the monthly challenge and add your name to the MCPL LEGO® Wall of Fame! Ages 8–12. Please register.
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Note: You may only register for one Kids LEGO® Masters program each month; the same monthly challenge is repeated to accommodate for limited space.
National Dance Week Storytime & Dance Party
Saturday, April 20, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Calling all kids who love to dance! Join us for a special storytime with books, songs, and rhymes all about dancing. At the end of storytime, all dancers will have a chance to show off their moves through a variety of music. Ages birth–6.
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Movies vs. Books Club: The Martian
Saturday, April 20, 2024
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us for our quarterly Movies vs. Books Club! Read The Martian by Andy Weir, then join us to watch the movie adaptation. Afterwards, we'll have just one question: which was better—the book or the movie? Popcorn and candy will be provided during the movie. Age 18 and up. Please register.
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Youth Orchestra Composition Workshop
Saturday, April 20, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Musicians of all levels are encouraged to bring their instruments and work with composers Maggie Olivo and Nur Slim for collective creative music making as an impromptu orchestra. Ages 8–18.
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LEGO® Club
Sunday, April 21, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
VITAL English Language Group: Writing and Conversation with Jamelyn Wheeler
Monday, April 22, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Center for Community-Engaged Dissemination and Implementation
Monday, April 22, 2024
3:45 PM - 6:15 PM
Exquisite Corpse Meme Poetry
Monday, April 22, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us as we celebrate National Poetry Month by using the exquisite corpse method to help us turn our favorite memes into one-of-a-kind poetry. Ages 12–19.
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Math Homework Help
Monday, April 22, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Drop by The Ground Floor Study Room to get some homework help during these free, in-person sessions. Ages 12–19.
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Concept to Page: Making Zines with InDesign
Monday, April 22, 2024
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
In this program, we'll be creating and formatting our own unique zines. We'll cover everything from choosing a theme and layout to incorporating illustrations and typography with Adobe InDesign. Age 18 and up.
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, April 22, 2024
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Teen Advisory Board is your opportunity to guide the Downtown Library's programs and services! Help plan events, work on projects, and make the Library a fun and welcoming space for teens. Ages 12–19.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Jeanette Clausen
Monday, April 22, 2024
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).