Middleburgh Library Notes for Thursday, March 22, 2018

Until March 31 young and alike are invited to the Middleburgh Library's first ever Peep Diorama contest! Participants are encouraged to create a diorama of Peeps based on a book of their choice. Anyone can make a shoebox-size diorama to display in the library. The winning contestant and their literary creation will win a prize. Please see detailed information on our Website Calendar at www.middleburghlibrary.info.

Learn about textiles

On March 26 at 1 p.m. join educators from the Shaker Heritage Museum as we learn about the simple, but beautiful textiles produced by the Shakers in the program Monday Musings:  The Fabrics of Their Lives - Shaker Textiles. While the Shakers were known for their simple garments, they were also recognized for producing high quality fabrics and accessories. View images of textiles from the Shaker  Heritage Society collection and examine reproduction garments. Try spinning on a drop spindle and weaving on a loom and take home samples of natural fibers and fabrics. Registrations is required.

Storytime

On March 27 at 10:45 a.m. drop in and get ready to move in this interactive storytime designed especially for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. We'll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.

Mahjong Mania

Every Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m., including on March 27, a spirited group of people get together in the Community Room to play Mahjong. Don’t know how to play?  No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.

Insight Meditation

On March 27 at 5:15 p.m. join us for a simple group Azaen meditation practice. All are welcome. This is a place to sit still in safety; to allow understanding and compassion to arise; to cultivate loving - kindness and acceptance. Sitting here patiently in the unfolding of our community will help transform our world. All are welcome! No registration is required.

Wednesday Matinee

On March 28 at 1 p.m., watch "Hidden Figures" (PG). As the United States raced against Russia to put a man in space, NASA found untapped talent in a group of African-American female mathematicians that served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in U.S. history. Based on the unbelievably true life story.

Knitting Circle

On March 29, at 7 p.m., friendly ladies (men are welcome, but we haven't seen any yet!) will knit and crochet, embroider and quilt, and more. You can learn a new skill here or share your own special talents with others- or just craft in the company of friends.

Drop in anytime! No registration is required.

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