December 2021 - Newsletter

December 2021

Library Newsletter Guide to Free Programs and Events

Candy Canes, Cocoa & Carols

December 2nd

A Good Rockin’ Christmas

December 4th

LOOK INSIDE! • Storytimes • LEGO Club • Arts & Crafts

Path to Pearl Harbor Electronic Field Trip

December 7th

• Cooking • Book Clubs • True Crime • Letters to Santa • Movies

The Hilarious Ho Ho Holiday Show

December 9th

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ADULTS

Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.

Good Rockin’ Christmas: LIVE in Concert Saturday, December 4th • 6-7:30pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION

Join us for a LIVE, in-person concert as we welcome Good Rockin’ Tonight to the library stage and rock around the Christmas tree! As a Hall of Fame band, Good Rockin’ Tonight works hard to recreate the sights and sounds of what the music scene was like in 1959. Complete with authentic gear, slick suits, classic swagger, and a stunning setlist you’ll be transported back to a time of sock hops, classy cars, poodle skirts and American Bandstand.

The band has been dishing out copious amounts of heavy hitters of the 1950s like - Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, Eddie Cochrane, Chuck Berry, Little Richard and of course Jerry Lee Lewis. Regarded as the Best 1950s Tribute in Tennessee, the guys bring a top notch show wherever they perform! So shine your shoes, pick out your best dress, get your hair done and get ready for the biggest celebration of the year!

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Free Paper Shredding at the Library

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Are you concerned about identity theft and unauthorized disclosure of private information? The library has the answer to your dilemma. Locked containers from Secure Stream will be on site for collecting confidential documents. Full containers will be picked up and taken to the local Secure Stream site for shredding and recycling. Limit of 3-4 medium-size boxes per person.

Love to read and discuss what you’ve read? Join us at Bookmarked where you can take part in great conversations with others who love books as much as you do. You’ll discover new favorites, explore different genres, and share thoughts about a monthly selection.

Holiday Wooden Pendant Décor

This month’s selection is The City Baker’s Guide to Country Living by Louise Miller.

Thursday, December 9th • 9am-4pm Location: Front Lobby NO REGISTRATION

Friday, December 10th • 11am-12pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Make your home merrier this holiday season. Add your personal style to a piece of wooden pendant décor to bring a smile to those who see it.

Tuesday, December 14th • 6-7pm Location: Kentucky Room NO REGISTRATION

Pop-Tart Gingerbread House Workshop Thursday, December 16th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED

This year put a twist on tradition. Create the look of a gingerbread house but make it out of Pop-Tarts.

We’ll supply the Pop-Tarts and a few items to use to decorate. Feel free to bring your own additional decorations to make the house your own.

True Crime Trivia

Tuesday, December 28th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Live: In the Kitchen with Linette

Tuesday, December 14th • 11am-12pm Location: Auditorium REGISTRATION REQUIRED We’re excited to offer another in-person cooking demonstration with Linette McPhetridge. During this demonstration, Linette will be preparing a breakfast casserole that’s perfect for the holiday season.

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This month we’ll be playing a game of trivia including questions from cases that we’ve covered in the past.

Everyone can play, as some of the questions will be from some of the most famous true crime cases.

We’ll have 3 rounds, the highest scoring individuals will move on to each round and the last 2 individuals will compete for first place. First place will win a $25 Wal-Mart gift card, and second place will receive a $10 gift card. Be sure to check the group page to freshen up on the facts and cases we’ve covered!

TEENS

Grades: 7-12th Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.

Sensational Snowflakes ALL MONTH LONG Location: Teen Space NO REGISTRATION

“Inside a snowflake like the one on your sleeve, there happened a story you must see to believe.” Each snowflake is unique because of the different journeys they take. Grab a snowflake and design it to display on our board! You can color it, draw on it, or jot down something unique about yourself!

Trim Up the Tree

Thursday, December 9th • 6-7pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED “Trim up the tree with Christmas stuff, like bingle balls and who-foo fluff.” Get crafty this Christmas! We have a variety of festive wooden ornaments to choose from. Design your own holiday ornament that you hang on your Christmas tree, and the best part is… they light up!

Christmas Movie: Elf

Tuesday, December 14th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION “Santa! Santa’s coming! I know him! I know him!” Enjoy this holiday season with a Christmas comedy. We’ll be watching Elf and enjoying some festive treats.

After accidentally falling into Santa Claus’ gift sack, a human baby is raised at the North Pole, growing up to believe he is an elf. Due to his large size, the “elf” causes chaos in Santa’s workshop, forcing Kris Kringle to send him on a mission to find his human roots.

The movie is rated PG.

TWEENS

Ages: 9-13 Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.

Marvelous Mondrian Trees December 1st - 20th Location: Children’s Desk NO REGISTRATION

Piet Mondrian was a Dutch artist who is best known for his abstract paintings made from squares and rectangles, using primary colors of white, yellow, red, and blue. He especially liked painting trees. Pick up a packet and create marvelous Mondrian trees.

They’re fun to make and will add a unique look to your Christmas tree!

Season Favorites Take some home today!

Rowdy Rudolph Pom-Pom Banner Monday, December 6th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s a flying reindeer! Prance on into the library and we’ll make a Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer pom-pom Christmas banner.

Santa’s Little Workshop

Monday, December 13th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room REGISTRATION REQUIRED We’re never too old to want to visit Santa’s workshop in the North Pole, and find out how the elves really make all those toys! Spread some Christmas cheer and paint Santa’s little wooden workshop, however you picture it in your imagination!

Holiday Pals

Monday, December 20th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION Snowmen, elves, and reindeer are some of our favorite holiday characters! These festive pals need a home for the holiday! Decorate your favorite ceramic character that will keep you company throughout the holiday season.

Holiday Hours: The library will be closed on December 24th and 25th in observance of Christmas.

We’ll also be closed at 5pm on December 31st and January 1st in observance of New Years.

KIDS

Ages: Up to age 9 Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.

Candy Canes, Cocoa, and Carols: A Drive-thru Christmas Event Thursday, December 2nd • 5-7pm Location: Library Parking Lot NO REGISTRATION

Celebrate the holiday season by driving through the library! Gather up some goodies the library staff will be passing out under our four canopies. We’ll have holiday lights, fun seasonal decorations for the kids, and the best part is you don’t even get out of your vehicle!

The Hilarious Ho Ho Holiday Show!

Thursday, December 9th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION

Santa Sam, Hyena, the Red-Nosed Chicken, and Mr. Barry are bringing you holiday magic and merriment.

Caution: This program may contain latex poultry and pickles. You’ve been warned. Even if you avoid the latex poultry, you won’t miss the laughter and silliness this holiday show has wrapped in a bow.

You’ll love the laughter and silliness in this holiday puppet show that will also inspire kids to unwrap a great book and read!

Letters to Santa!

December 1st - 23rd Location: Children’s Area NO REGISTRATION Santa Claus is making his list and checking it twice! Drop off your letter in our special Santa mailbox in front of the Children’s Department, and we’ll mail the letter to the North Pole for you!

Grinchmas Christmas Ornaments Saturday, December 4th • 2-3pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION

When down in Whoville they say, the Grinch’s small heart grew three sizes that day! Let’s celebrate the Grinch’s change of heart by stuffing and decorating a keepsake Grinch ornament!

Homeschool Happenings: Reindeer Slime Thursday, December 9th • 11am-12pm Location: Community Room NO REGISTRATION

Everyone loves to play reindeer games! We’re focusing on practicing our measuring and mixing skills with this fun, holiday inspired slime.

STORYTIME SCHEDULE Tuesdays 10am • Babygarten 11am • Storytime

Wednesdays 10am • Babygarten 11am • Storytime 4pm • Readers are Leaders

LEGO Club: Holiday Party & Movie Friday, December 10th • 5-7pm Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION

Get into the holiday spirit and create some LEGO masterpieces while we watch How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Everyone will enjoy this classic tale of a cynical grump who goes on a mission to steal Christmas, only to have his heart changed after he learns the true meaning of Christmas.

This movie is rated PG.

Babygarten: Designed for children up to age 3, this program provides a basic understanding of child development, while providing an engaging time for children and caregivers!

Storytime: This interactive storytime is designed for preschool aged children, and focuses on building cognitive, social, physical, and early literacy skills.

Readers are Leaders: Geared for school aged students, this program provides a time to discuss books, play games, and participate in exciting hands-on activities.

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Once Upon a Playground NOW - January 7th

The classic metal and wood structures that have populated playgrounds for most of the twentieth century—towering metal slides, giant jungle gyms, whirling merry-go-rounds, bouncing seesaws—have become beloved artifacts of childhood. They are part of the personal histories of most Americans over the age of 30, as well as a tangible piece of the country’s cultural and industrial design heritage.

Playground equipment often reflected the popular culture of the times, as geometric metal and wood apparatus of the 1920s and 1930s gradually gave way to pieces in the shape of cowboys and Indians, storybook characters, rocket ships and satellites, motorcycles, and geodesic domes.

The library makes every reasonable effort to provide equal access to all patrons.

Please contact us at (606) 864-5759 at least three days in advance to request accommodations.