Northampton Area Public Library February events

Submitted by VERONICA LAROCHE

Want an easy dinner or lunch that’s super cozy? Soup’s on at the library. Order from 11 different options (many meatless and all delicious) at our fundraiser by 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 4. Soups are packaged in 15 oz. containers and freeze well. Pick up at the library on Tuesday, February 21.

Families, join us for a special storytime with local author Stephanie Raphun on Thursday, February 9 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Ms. Raphun will introduce you to Ethan and his brother Noah in her new book “My Big Brother Is a Superhero.” She will also answer questions about being an author and getting published. This is a great opportunity for families to start thinking about how they might tell their own stories.

In honor of all presidents, both past and present, the library will be closed Monday, February 20.

Children’s events:

Kids craft bags are new every other week. Check out our Valentine Gnome starting February 6 and our Checkered Owl starting February 21.

Storytime for our youngests continues throughout February.

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m: Lapsit Storytime (0-24 mons.)

Wednesdays at 10 a.m.: Toddler Storytime (18-36 mos.)

Thursdays at 10 a.m.: Preschool Storytime (3-5 yrs.)

Sign up for one or all of our monthly clubs for kids in grades 3-5. All clubs meet on Thursdays at 6 p.m. Book Club: February 2 features “Ghosts” by Raina Telgemeier Game Club: February 9

STEAM Craft Club: February 16 featuring Valentine’s Day Slime.

Teens (grades 6-12 unless otherwise noted):

Positivity Jar Kits will be ready to pick-up beginning Monday, February 6. Get all the materi- als you need to make a jar with reminders of how awesome you are. Registration is limited. The Chocolate Olympics are coming for all candy connoisseurs on Tuesday, February 7 from 6 to 7 p.m. Come compete to earn lots of treats. Registration is requested, not required.

Come chill on Tuesday, February 14 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Game Club. Relax while participating in a variety of video and tabletop games.

Read and discuss the best (or the worst) books at Book Club (grades 9-12) on Tuesday, February 21 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Adults:

Register for a limited Hygge at Home Kit, which includes a variety of ideas, small crafts, and recipes to enjoy by yourself or with friends or family. Pick-up begins Monday, February 13.

Grab your needles, hooks, thread, and yarn. It’s time for Stitch & Chat on Tuesday, February 14 from 6 to 7 p.m. We’ll have snacks, and make it a great Gal-entine’s hour.

What better month than February to discuss crimes revolving around heartbreak and jealousy?

Join us for Once Upon a Crime on Monday, February 27 from 6 to 7 p.m.

The Friends of NAPL are holding their next meeting on Tuesday, February 28 at 7 p.m.

New members are always welcome; we would love to have you join us.

February’s Laid Back Book Club pick is “The Bandit Queens” by Parini Shroff. We know that not everyone has a lot of time to join a book club, so this is your solution. Join our Facebook group to join in the discussion, and read only the months you choose.

As always, stay up-to-date on the latest from the library by visiting our website at www. northamptonapl.org or following us on Facebook.

Northampton AARP February Meeting

Submitted by JEAN RUNDLE Northampton AARP Chapter 3915 will meet on Wednesday, February 8 at the Northampton Banquet and Events Center, 1601 Laubach Ave., Northampton. Doors will open at 11 a.m. All members are cordially invited to attend. We welcome any new members to visit or join. A guest speaker will speak to us regarding helping veterans by introducing them to a service dog. A service dog may also be in attendance. Members please bring your favorite cake, cupcakes or cookies for our refreshment table. Bus trips will be on display at the meeting. If we have inclement weather and the Northampton Area School District is closed or has a late start, we will not have a meeting.

before the closure. Many voiced frustration over gift cards that were purchased over the holidays.

Riley’s Restaurant & Pub, located at 4505 Main St., Whitehall, has since offered to honor A Ca Mia gift cards with a few stipulations. A Ca Mia gift cards may be used at Riley’s on up to 50% of a total order, not including tip or tax. The offer is not available on Wednesdays and not valid on take-out or to-go orders. Riley’s requests those possessing A Ca Mia gift cards call first for reservations and mention they are A Ca Mia gift card holders to ensure they are fully staffed.

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