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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Trish Thurston
Saturday, April 01, 2023
10:30 AM - 12:00 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).
Saturday Movie Marathon
Saturday, April 01, 2023
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Cancelled
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Learn to Write Sword & Sorcery Fiction
Saturday, April 01, 2023
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sword and sorcery is a subgenre of fantasy that focuses on high action, forbidden magic, and lost worlds. Sword and sorcery fiction has produced some of fantasy's most iconic heroes, such as Conan the Barbarian, and inspired popular games like Dungeons & Dragons. In this workshop, you'll learn about the elements and plot structure of sword and sorcery stories. Combining lecture and activities, you'll leave this workshop with an outline for a sword and sorcery tale of your own! Beginning writers are welcome. Ages 12–19. Please register.
VITAL Board Games for English Language Learners
Saturday, April 01, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Would you like to practice your English conversational skills outside of the classroom? Join us for ENL board games! We have a selection of different games and can teach you how to play. Have fun, find community, and practice speaking and reading in English.
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners.
LEGO® Club
Sunday, April 02, 2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Poetry Workshop with Saami Ghaus
Sunday, April 02, 2023
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Celebrate National Poetry Month by digging into the magic of crafting stories and poems with local poet, Saami Ghaus. No prior experience is necessary. Ages 9–16.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Craig Smedley
Monday, April 03, 2023
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 US, 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).
AARP Tax Help
Monday, April 03, 2023
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
AARP tax volunteers will be at the Downtown Library February 6–April 14 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. Assistance will be available on a first come, first served basis using a sign-up sheet that will be located near the second floor information desk.
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Teen Artist Club: Frog Plushies
Monday, April 03, 2023
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Are you a teen artist looking to connect with your community? Join us to show off your work, chat with fellow artists, and do some crafts. This month, we'll be making our very own frog plushies. Ages 12–19.
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Homework Help Hour
Monday, April 03, 2023
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Drop by The Ground Floor Study Room to get some homework help during these free, in-person sessions held every Monday and Wednesday. Ages 12–19.
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The Ground Floor Game Night
Monday, April 03, 2023
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join us for a night of fun as we play our way through various board games and card games! Ages 12–19.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Jeanette Clausen
Monday, April 03, 2023
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).
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets, and more that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3–6.
VITAL English Language Group: Book Club with Neil Klein
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The Book Club is reading City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau for this session. The title is also available on cloudLibrary.
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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.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Little Makers
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Explore your creativity with different materials and techniques at this fun, open-ended art experience. Dress to mess. Ages 3–6.
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VITAL English Language Group on Zoom: Conversation with Audra Loudenbarger
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
This class only meets on Zoom only. Email vital@mcpl.info for the meeting link.
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New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the US, 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).
AARP Tax Help
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
AARP tax volunteers will be at the Downtown Library February 6–April 14 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. Assistance will be available on a first come, first served basis using a sign-up sheet that will be located near the second floor information desk.
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Talking Tacos
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Come for a discussion about relationships, dating, and other tough topics. Stay for the conversation and the tacos. Ages 12–19.
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This program is in partnership with Middleway House.
VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Diana Nicholson
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
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).
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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).
Fun with Yoga!
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who said yoga needs to be boring? Yoga instructor Priscilla Borges integrates imagination and games to make your workout fun but effective, including breathing and mindfulness practices to help you focus and center yourself. This program is suitable for most physical abilities. Have a mat? Bring it! If you don't have a mat, the Library can provide some, but supplies may not last. Age 18 and up.
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Craft Club for Adults: Crafts with Water
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us as we learn about water-based process art––including paper marbling, abstract watercolors, and more! Play with the materials and learn how they interact with crafts that use various media suspended on water that transfer to paper to create beautiful artwork. Age 16 and up. Please register.
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Prenatal Yoga
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Take care of your body and build strength before having your baby. This gentle exercise supports the changing body's needs and deepens awareness to the expectant person's mind, body, and connection with their baby. Yoga mats will be available for in-program use.
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Wonderful Ones
Wednesday, April 05, 2023
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Families with newborns to 18 months play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters
Wednesday, April 05, 2023
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).
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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).
Terrific Twos
Wednesday, April 05, 2023
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Families with babies ages 18 months to 3 years play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time.
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