Ongoing and upcoming events at the library
YORK VILLAGE - The York Public Library is filled with a lot more than books for these weeks of march.AFTER SCHOOL IS COOL
The library is offering a new after-school program for children ages 6 and up and their parents on March 20 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. with an hour of Lego Building or Knitting for Kids. Please register by calling the library at 363-2818. Bring your own Legos and/or knitting supplies - the library will have some supplies available - and come enjoy creative library time. Siblings are also welcome.
YORK READS EVENTS
The film "2000 Miles to Maine" will be shown on March 20 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Inspired by Bill Bryson's "A Walk in the Woods," director Douglas Morse - son of a York family - and producer Heidi Estes traveled to the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail in Georgia. Fascinated by the hikers they encountered, Morse and Estes documented their incredible journey to Maine's Mount Katahdin, giving viewers a glimpse into life on the trail. At times touching, at times shocking, this is a must-see for anyone who has considered long-distance hiking. Parental discretion is advised.
"Fly Fishing and Tackle: History and Appraisal" will be offered on March 22 from noon to 1:30 p.m. and March 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Local resident and fishing tackle collector Sante Giuliani will offer two programs on fishing rods, reels, equipment and their history specific to Maine. There will be time after each of the presentations for those present to have their personal fishing equipment appraised.
"Hiking the Appalachian Trail" will be held on March 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. A diverse panel of Appalachian Trail hikers will share their own amazing stories. Bring your own stories and questions to share.
Visit www.york.lib.me.us for a complete list of York Reads events.
GLOBAL WARMING: A CONCERN FOR ALL
On Friday, March 30, at 7 p.m., speaker Dr. Kristina Dahl will share her perspective on global warming from having spent about 10 years studying and researching climate change. In 2005, she received her Ph.D. in climate science from the MIT/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Program. Global warming is one of the most controversial issues facing society today. However, it is also one of the most pressing. This presentation will explore climate change from a scientist's perspective.
SPOTLIGHTED PROGRAMS
On Tuesday, March 20, children 6 and under and their parents are invited to be a part of Art by the Pond from 10:15 to 11 a.m. for string creations, designing marble cards and making puzzles.
IN THE CHILDREN'S ROOM
Weekly programs for children at the York Public Library include Miss Kate's Infant Lap, Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.; Preschool Story Time, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., and Toddler Story Time, Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Monthly programs for children and parents include Making Music Monthly, the first Wednesday of each month from 10:15 to10:45 a.m.; Tactile Toddler Time, the second Tuesday of each month from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.; Babies, Boppies and Books, the second Thursday of each month from 10:15 to 11 a.m., and Art by the Pond, the third Tuesday of each month, from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
EXHIBITS AT THE LIBRARY
The Annual Student Art Exhibit continues through Friday, March 23. Students in all grades of York's public schools have been selected to display their artwork, which covers a wide variety of subjects and media. More than 100 pieces are on display throughout the library.
