Ongoing and upcoming events at the library
YORK VILLAGE - If you're not heading out of town plan to spend "Spring Break" at the York Public Library.
From April 17 through 20, there will be a variety of programs for children at the library, but space is limited, so sign up early by calling the library at 363-2818.
On April 17 at 10:15 a.m. take part in a special vacation edition of Art by the Pond where children will work with local artist Kathy Carter to discover the nature of watercolors. Children can find delight in learning the character of each color and how it "plays" with another. This parent/child class, appropriate for children age 3 to 5, will use a wet-on-wet technique, so prepare to be messy.
Music instructor Michelle Franey is hosting a special "break week" music class on April 18 at 10:15 a.m. for all children through fourth grade. Guitar, contemporary songs and moving to the beat are big hits with the kids.
Two classes of Yoga for Kids will be held on April 18 from 1 to 1:45 p.m. or 2 to 2:45 p.m. Rae Lynn from Yoga on York offers classes for children in kindergarten through grade 4. Yoga is a whole-body practice that benefits both the body and the mind. For a child to participate, a parent must sign a liability form when they reserve a space in the class.
Do you ever wonder what animals and plants live naturally right outside of your house? Come join White Pine Programs for an hour of exploration around the library and a glimpse into the natural world On April 19 at 1:15 p.m. Check out natural mysteries and play nature awareness games that engage your senses. Please come dressed to be outside. This program is appropriate for children ages 6 to 9 and their parents.
On April 20 at 10:15 a.m., have fun discussing Thomas Rockwell's "How to Eat Fried Worms." In this story, 11-year-old Billy goes up against the school bully in a challenge - to eat 10 worms in one day. Please have your child read the book in advance, and the book discussion will be followed by the movie. Parents are welcome. The movie will be shown at 11:30 a.m.
YORK READS EVENTS
"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.
FINAL FILM IN THE WINTER FILM FESTIVAL
On Sunday, April 1, at 3 p.m., enjoy a brilliant modern day comic fantasy for April Fools Day as the York Public Library's Film Festival rounds out the winter series with "Being John Malkovich." Directed by Spike Jonze, the movie won numerous awards and critical acclaim for its original concept, screenplay and the acting by Orson Bean, Cameron Diaz and Mary Kay Place. The movie is rated R and has a running time of 112 minutes.
EXHIBITS AT THE LIBRARY
Todd Bezold and Michael Walek, both of York, will celebrate the arrival of Spring with a joint exhibition of paintings at the York Public Library from April 4 through May 31. Both artists draw inspiration from the natural world, preferring to paint from life whenever and wherever possible. Meet the artists at reception at the York Public Library on April 13, at 5 p.m.
For the month of April, watercolors and pastels by Donna Sabaka of the York Art Association will be on display in the Kennebunk Room.
WRITERS' NIGHT
On Tuesday, April 24, at 7 p.m., the library will host a Writer's Night. Writers reading from their works that evening will include Cynthia Fraser Graves, K Spirito and Joyce Tracksler.
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.
SPOTLIGHTED PROGRAMS
On April 4, during Making Music Monthly, music teacher Michelle Franey will familiarize children between the ages of 2 and 6 with musical elements such as tempo, dynamics and register.
At Tactile Toddler Time on April 10, children ages 3 and younger - and their parents - will enjoy playing with all sorts of substances.
On April 12, at 10:15 a.m., join the book group for mothers with infants to discuss "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding.
For more, visit www.york.lib.me.us.
