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January 18, 2021 Volume 7 Issue 1.3
*Newsletter of the Dunlap Public Library District
ReDiscover your library. ReDiscover your community.
A m o n g U s Te e n G a m e N i g h t
A m o n g U s Friday, January 22, 7:00p
W h o i s S u s ?
Come play along in this murder-mystery in space game! We’ll meet
on Zoom and you’ll get the code for our private game.
Crewmembers can have discussions on Zoom. You will need two
devices for this game night—one for Zoom and
one loaded with the free Among Us app.
Email [email protected] for a Zoom invite.
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Youth Services
Z=Zoom
FB=Facebook
Email aedgar@dunlap library.org for Zoom meeting invites to
youth programs or with any questions.
Kid Crafts Monday, January 18— Saturday, January 23 While
supplies last! Paper Polar Bears. Make your own little Arctic
animal friend with this paper polar bear craft! Pick up a bag with
supplies and instructions from our Little Red Library or request a
bag at our curbside pickup. Choose Your Own Adventure Read-Along
Monday, January 18, 9:00a Join us for our new story series designed
for elementary aged kids. Ms. Amy will read a section from “Trapped
in a Fairy Tale,” and you have all week to watch the video and vote
on which di-rection we should take next! FB
Sign & Sing with Communication Junction Tuesday, January 19,
11:30a Join Miss Molly on Facebook for a storytime that is designed
to engage your child and en-courage their love of books. Each Sign
& Sing is created around a theme and filled with stories,
songs, movement, and new signs. FB StoryTimes from History
Thursday, January 21, 9:00a Learn about the story of Johan
Gutenberg and the invention of the printing press in the 15th
century. Johan Gutenberg and the Amazing Printing Press by Bruce
Koscielniak. FB Bedtime Stories Thursday, January 21, 7:00p Snuggle
up with a blanket or stuffed animal and watch Ms. Amy as she reads
some bedtime stories and sings some quiet songs to help little ones
fall asleep. FB
TEENS Teen To-Go Kits Monday, January 18— Saturday, January 23
Calendars. Keep track of important dates with a 2021 DIY calendar
that you decorate. Pick one up at the Little Red Library or request
one at our Curbside Pickup.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Tuesday, February 2, 7:00p Have your
say in the materials and programs offered by the library! Middle
and high schoolers welcome. Meetings and activities count toward
student volunteer hours. Pick up a TAB-in-a-Bag kit before the
meeting with an agenda, snacks, and an activity. Z YA Social
Justice Book Club Tuesday, February 2, 7:30p Join us for our teen
book club as we explore books related to is-sues of race, gender,
sexuality, and other important topics. Our February book is Clap
When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo. We have a small number of books
set aside exclusively for the book club. Extra copies can also be
placed on hold. Contact Amy Edgar, youth services librarian, at
[email protected] with any questions. Z
Teens, if you need to complete volunteer hours, contact Amy at
[email protected]. You can earn volunteer hours with
projects online, such as writing book reviews for our website.
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Z=Zoom
FB=Facebook
Email mweyeneth@dunlap library.org for Zoom meeting invites to
the adult programs listed or with any questions.
Investor Outlook & Opportunities for 2021
Tuesday, January 19, 11:30a
OR
6:30p
Join us as we take a look at the current state of the economy,
what that may mean for investors as we start a new year, and tax
planning under the new administration. Presented by Fran McKay of
Catalyst Wealth Planning. Z
Chair Yoga Tuesday, January 19, 1:30p
Interested in trying yoga, but don’t think you can do it? This
is a Zoom chair yoga class that you do in your own home! Grab an
armless chair and your computer or smart phone. No mat needed. If
you have a strap/belt, block/books, and a ball/round object, we may
use them during our practice.
Instructor led. If you need help with Zoom, please call the
library at 309.243.5716 for assistance. Z
Pop-Up-Zoom Yoga
Tuesday, January 19, 5:30p
Wednesday, January 20, 4:30p
Enjoy the diversity of yoga. Join our yogi masters Ruth and Bill
for a live yoga practice to be enjoyed in the comfort of your home.
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Rigid Heddle Weaving Rabble
Thursday, January 28, 1:00p
It’s an at home Rabble! Get out your loom, wind a warp, work on
a project. Gather with other weaving folk.
Cooking with Hoopla! Tuesday, February 9, 11:30a We’re combining
the joy of cooking and the excellent availability of culinary
titles using your free Hoopla account. Join us as we discuss
Liddabit Sweets Candy Cookbook by Liz Gutman and Jen King. We’ll be
talking about the book and sharing our experiences with any of
the recipes that we tried from the title. Your Hoopla account
can be accessed using your library card and pin number. If you need
help using Hoopla, please call the library at 309.243.5716 for
assistance. Z
CACTUS Club & Knit’n’Stitch
Friday, February 12, 9:30a
Please note this month’s meeting time. It’s a combined artsy
day! CACTUS Club and Knit’n’Stitch together virtually! Work on your
unfinished projects at home while we share crafting ideas. The
challenge theme (should you choose to participate) is the color
RED! Your creation can be completely red, have a speck of red, or
any amount in between. It’s up to you and your creativity! The
challenge reveal will be at 9:45. Z
Adult Services
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“Who Picked This” Book Club
Tuesday, January 19, 10:00a This month we will discuss Little
Comfort by Edwin Hill. Our title for February 16 will be The Tea
Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See. Email mweyeneth@dunlap
library.org for a Zoom invite. Walk-n-Talk Book Club Thursday,
January 28, 9:00a This month we will be meeting vir-tually to
discuss The Dreamers by Karen Thompson Walker. On February 25 we
will be discussing His Truth is Marching On: John Lewis and the
Power of Hope by Jon Meacham. Email mweyeneth @dunlaplibrary.org
for a Zoom invite. Cozy Little Book Club
Do you like a light and entertaining read? This month’s cozy
book is Death in Focus by Anne Perry. Our read for March 3 will be
Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan. Email mweyeneth
@dunlaplibrary.org for a Zoom invite. Page Turners Book Club
Thursday, February 4, 1:00p Meet with Dunlap Library’s longest
running book club to discuss Once Upon a River by Diane
Setterfield. On March 4 we will meet to discuss Beartown by Fredrik
Backman. Email kkerckhove@dunlap library.org for a Zoom invite.
An Hour to Kill Book Club
Monday, February 8, 6:30p Mystery, suspense, thriller –fiction
and nonfiction! Join us this month as we discuss Baby Teeth by Zoje
Stage. Our title for March 8 will be I.Q. by Joe Ide. Email
kkerckhove @dunlaplibrary.org for a Zoom invite. Inside Out Book
Chat Wednesday, February 10, 11:00a What have you been
reading?There are so many books out there! It’s time to share.
You’ll have a chance to talk about your recent reads...good, bad,
or mediocre. Email mweyeneth@ dunlaplibrary.org for a Zoom
invite.
*Artful Reads with Creative Soul Wednesday, February 10, 5:00p
We’re joining with Creative Soul Gallery (208 N Second Street) in
Dunlap to discuss “arty” reads. This month we will be talking about
Writers & Lovers by Lily King. *Registration required. Two
spots are available to attend in person at the Gallery. Social
distancing will be observed. Please wear a mask. Email
mweyeneth@dunlap
library.org for a Zoom invite to attend virtually or to be added
to the in-person discussion, please include your phone number and
how you wish to attend. The title for our discussion on March 10
will be The Woman in the Green Dress by Tea Cooper.
Dunlap Public Library District 302 S. First St. Dunlap, IL
p: 309.243.5716 f: 309.243.5874
Board of Trustees Brian Puetz – President
Mary Nelson - Vice President Jeff Jensen – Treasurer
Angela Dhall – Secretary Bonnie Windsor
Ron Holohan
Tracy Keyster
Director Laura Keyes-Kaplafka
[email protected]
Adult Services Librarian Melissa Weyeneth
[email protected]
Youth Services Librarian Amy Edgar
[email protected]
Head of Circulation Tina Murphy
[email protected]
Marketing Coordinator Kelly Kerckhove
[email protected]
Circulation Staff Ella, Jana, Josie, Marissa, Mary,
Pauline, Rasheedah, & Sandy
[email protected]
www.dunlaplibrary.org
Curbside Service Hours:
Monday-Friday, 9a-6p
Saturday, 10a-2p
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