Westerlo Library Notes for Friday, June 24, 2016

Do you hate throwing away coupons, even when you can’t use them?  Well, we’ve got the solution. Donate your unused, unexpired coupons to the coupon-exchange box, and in turn, help yourself to the coupons that others have donated.

Your public library:  A good value in ways you never imagine.

Book bags

Speaking of a good value, our new book bags are also great reusable grocery totes. Only $5 each, all proceeds benefit the library. And, every time you use them you’ll be raising awareness of the Westerlo Public Library.

Quilting group

The library’s quilting group will meet this Saturday, June 25, at 11 a.m. at the library. Members show and share techniques, gadgets, projects and ideas. You may get help with problems or inspiration. Bring any fabric or fiber (knit, crochet, weaving, etc.) project to show.  We would love to see what you can do.

Led by Lila Hollister Smith, the group is open to all crafters who use fibers and textiles at all skill levels. The group meets once a month on the fourth Saturday of each month and new members are welcomed.

Story time

From 11 a.m. to noon on Wednesday mornings Miss Lee presents stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to 5 years old. In addition to developing pre-reading skills, singing, moving to music, and playing instruments all help foster a sense of rhythm and timing that are essential elements in developing the part of a child’s brain that shapes math skills.

Storytimes are also a great opportunity to meet other parents of small children in Westerlo.

After school at the library

Join Miss Lee on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for homework help, games, crafts, puzzles, music, and a lot more. Programs will also include storytelling, hands-on demonstrations, and visits from special guests. Lee is also available on Thursdays from 3 to 8 p.m. for homework help.

Technology walk-in Wednesday

Do you have a new Kindle or Nook but don’t know how to download books? Need to brush up on your computer skills or obtain basic skills? See Amy on Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., for free, personalized, one-on-one instruction.

Library info

All library programming is free, unless otherwise noted, and open to the public. For more information, contact the library during business hours at 797-3415, visit westerlolibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/westerlolibrary.