Wednesday Stories LIVE: A Virtual Storytime for ages 5 and under

Wednesdays

Wednesday, November 4

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Sign up happens here. Once registered you will receive an email around 9AM the morning of the event with our ZOOM meeting number and password to gain access to our virtual storytime. Storytime kits are available for pick up with sign up, one per participant while supplies last. Specifics on “how to” will be emailed.

Please know that we are looking forward to singing, dancing and reading with you!

DIY Dinosaur Terrariums: A Plant (& Dinosaur) Adoption Event (Grades 5-12)

Wednesday, November 4

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Wednesday, November 4 @ 3-4pm
Wanted: loving homes for helpless houseplants & their dinosaur companions. Adopt a plant (& dinosaur), then meet virtually with Miss Sarah to build them a home! We’re putting together terrarium kits with everything you’ll need for this crafty program including hanging terrarium globes, a plant, dinosaurs, décor & more! Sign up online & you’ll get an email to schedule a pickup time for your kit. Use what’s included & add any craft supplies you might have around the house to make your plant home unique! Space is extremely limited for this event. Registration is required to receive a kit & meeting link. Click here to sign up. A waiting list will open when the event is full.

This event is made possible by the Friends of the James Blackstone Memorial Library & The Allan Louis Loeb Foundation.

Mystery Book Club

First Wednesday of the month

Wednesday, November 4

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

The Mystery Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month. For information call Elizabeth Henderson at (434) 841-5328.

Virtual Latin II (for grade 7-adult)

Every Wednesday

Wednesday, November 4

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Latin II is best suited for those who have completed at least a level I Latin course and are familiar with basic vocabulary and grammar, such as the five declensions, six cases, regular and irregular verbs, and all six verb tenses in the active voice of the indicative mood. This group learning experience will use the textbook Ecce Romani II. A textbook will be provided for each student. In addition to the lessons in the text, Latin mottoes such as Lux et veritas and Qui transtulit sustinet will be featured weekly.

Registration is required to receive a link to this online event. Contact the Reference Department at 203-488-1441, ext. 318 or email programs@blackstonelibrary.org for details. Class meets every Wednesday from 5:00-6:00pm.

Social Distance Knitting Group

Every Wednesday

Wednesday, November 4

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for a weekly knitting group! Meetings are every Wednesday in the Blackstone Library Conference Room. Beginners and experienced knitters are welcome to drop in any time between 6:00 and 8:00pm.

Registration not required to attend this HYBRID (in person and on Zoom) event. If you would like to attend a meeting via Zoom, please contact the Reference Department at 203-488-1441, ext. 318 or email programs@blackstonelibrary.org for details.