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Tech Help by AppointmentTuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM and Wednesdays at 2:00 PM and 6:30 PM Do you need help getting around your laptop or tablet? Would you like to set up an email account? Do you want to download an eBook? Need help searching for and applying for jobs? Tech help appointments are now available. Appointments last up to 1 hour. Registration is required.
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Solar Eclipse ViewingMonday, April 8 from 2:00 pm until 4:30 pm Everyone is welcome to create pinhole viewers and other activities while we watch the NASA Total Eclipse Broadcast on the big screen. The library will be closed 3:00-3:30 pm so all staff and patrons can safely view the eclipse totality. Solar eclipse glasses will be handed out, as supplies last. For all ages.
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Poetry & ProseMonday, April 8 at 7:00 pm The Salina Writers Group presents an evening of poetry and prose. Listen to select readings from the group, then we'll open the floor for sharing from the audience. For adults 18+. Please register.
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Trivia NightFriday, April 12 at 6:00 pm Join us for trivia night and your team might win a prize! Teams can be up to 4 people, and if you don't have a team you can join one. Please bring something for the potluck appetizers & desserts; we'll provide the mocktails. You might even win a door prize! For adults 18+. Registration is required. The library will be open to adults from 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm.
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Family Puzzle ContestMonday, April 22 at 6:00 pm It's a race to the finish, and winner gets a prize! Do you like jigsaw puzzles? Join us for a little competition. Each family team will get the same small puzzle; first to complete theirs is declared the winner! For family groups of 2 or more. Registration is required.
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Crafts for Seniors Friday, April 5 at 11:00 am Craft and chat with other seniors! We're making sunset seascapes out of paper. For adults 50+. Registration is required.
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Let's Eat Tuesday, April 9 at 6:00 pm Create your favorite dish made with eggs then bring it to the library with the recipe. Sample everyone's offerings while you discuss your favorite egg dishes! For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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Circle of Friends Friday, April 12 at 11:00 am Adults with disabilities, along with a mentor or family member, can meet up at the library to socialize, play games, and eat lunch together. For adults 18+. Please register.
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Create Tuesday, April 16 at 6:00 pm Create glass and stone wire-wrapped pendants. For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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Tea Circle Wednesday, April 17 at 3:00 pm Choose a cup from our tea buffet and enjoy it as you circle and chat with each participant. At the end we'll all sit together and talk! For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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Writers Group Wednesday, April 17 at 6:30 pm Hone your writing skills. Facilitated by Debbie Stack, local author, editor, and TV scriptwriter Get feedback and share questions and ideas. For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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In Stitches Monday, April 29 at 6:00 pm Whether you like to knit, crochet, or do other needlework, it's more fun to do it together! Bring in your projects to show off or work on while we chat. For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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Mah Jongg for Beginners Mondays at 1:00 pm Learn to play mah jongg then join a weekly game. National Mah Jongg League rules. For adults 18+. Please register.
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Afternoon of Games Mondays at 3:00 pm Backgammon, cribbage, scrabble, and more! Learn to play if you don't know how. Bring your own boards & cards, if you have them. For adults 18+. Please register.
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Mah Jongg Tuesdays at 12:00 pm Already know how to play mah jongg? Join us for weekly play. National Mah Jongg League rules. For adults 18+. Please register.
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Mexican Train Dominoes Wednesdays at 1:00 pm Meet up for an afternoon of playing Mexican Train. If you don't know how to play we'll teach you. For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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Monday Mysteries Monday, April 1 at 4:00 pm Meet with other mystery lovers in the library at our monthly mystery book club. This month we're discussing Secret Lives by Mark de Castrique. New members are welcome! Please register or use the Zoom link on our website events page at salinalibrary.org. For adults 18+.
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On the Same Page: Aurora's Cafe Saturday, April 20 at 11:00 am Bibliophiles will enjoy this discussion of the books we've all been reading at Aurora's Cafe in Northern Lights. Tell us what you've liked, or haven't liked, lately. Learn about new books and enjoy a tasty treat, too. For adults 18+. Please register.
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Page Turners Book Club Tuesday, April 30 at 6:30 pm Take part in our monthly discussion; new members are welcome! April's choice is The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George. Please register or use the Zoom link on our website events page. For adults 18+.
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Read This Book! Throughout April Pick up a copy of our monthly book choice then drop off the review questionnaire with the book or post your comments on our Facebook page. April's book is Good Night, Irene by Luis Alberto Urrea.
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Friends of the Salina Library Monday, April 1 at 7:00 pm Help support Salina Library by joining our Friends group. Manage the book sale, along with other fundraisers. Ask for an application at the front desk. For adults 18+.
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Salina Library Board MeetingMonday, April 15 at 7:00 pm Monthly Board meeting. Open to the public.
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Crochet Pattern: Dot Granny Begins Monday, April 1 Crochet along with us and make the 2024 afghan "Variations on a Granny". April's pattern is the "Dot Granny". Pick up the pattern, or any previous months' patterns, any time the library is open.
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Craft Kit Giveaway: Fairy Garden Lantern Begins Monday, April 1 Make a Fairy Garden Lantern! Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. For adults & teens 18+. Limit 1 per patron.
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Craft Kit for Adults with Disabilities: Paper Basket Begins Monday, April 1 Make a colorful paper basket! Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. For adults 18+ with disabilities. Limit 1 per patron or 10 per group.
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The Salina Library Presents: Blast Off to Kindergarten! Looking for a fun, simple, and inexpensive way to bond with your young child and get him/her ready for school? Let's READ! When you first sign up for Blast Off to Kindergarten, you receive a bag with information on how to help your child prepare for Kindergarten as well as a folder with your first reading sheet. Whenever you read a book to your child, color in one of the pictures on the sheet. When it's all filled in, bring it to the circulation desk to receive your next sheet and a sticker. Completing certain sheets means earning an extra prize! Each child who completes the program will receive a free book and certificate!
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Early Learners Story Time Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – April 3, 10, & 17 Make learning fun! Your child will learn important early literacy and social skills with stories, rhymes, and songs, in a setting appropriate to their needs. No registration is required. For children ages 2-4 years old, with accompanying adult. Feel free to pick up a monthly Storytime at Home Kit for coloring pages, a craft, sticker, as well as songs and rhymes to join along with Miss Monica -- or create your own storytime -- from home! For more information, go to www.salinalibrary.org or contact us at 315-454-4524. |
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Pajama Story Time Thursday, April 11 at 6:00 pm Children ages 3-6, wear your comfiest pajamas for a special night-time story time and craft! Please register in advance.
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National Jelly Bean Day Monday, April 22 at 2:30 pm Celebrate National Jelly Bean Day with jelly bean slime, painting, and of course a mystery jelly bean taste test! Note: While unusual flavors may be part of the taste test, no "gross" flavors will be used. Please register in advance. For ages 6-12.
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American Girl Doll Camp Tuesday, April 23 at 2:30 pm Spring is here, it's time to get outdoors! Kids ages 6-12 can bring their favorite 18" doll to make accessories for the perfect campout! Please register in advance.
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Teddy Bear Picnic Wednesday, April 24 at 2:30 pm Children ages 3-6 are invited to bring your teddy bear or other stuffed animal friend for a special story time and indoor picnic! Please register in advance.
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Toddler's Tango Saturday, April 27 at 10:30 am Join in the fun at this popular music and movement class for toddlers and preschool-aged children! Please register in advance.
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Salina Teen Warriors Tuesday, April 9 at 4:30 pm Are you a teen in grades 6-12 who loves the library and wants to give back to the community? Pick up an application at our circulation desk to join our Teen Advisory Group, the Salina Warriors! Members will be helping to brainstorm and create activities for the library, and more!
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Hobbit Hole Wreath Thursday, April 25 at 6:00 pm Learn how to create a small wreath decoration straight out of a fantasy land. For teens in grades 6-12. Please register in advance.
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Family Solar Eclipse Science Monday, April 8 at 1:00 pm Join us for crafts and activities all about the power of the sun and what happens when it goes away! Solar eclipse glasses will be handed out at the end of this program.
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Solar Eclipse Viewing Monday, April 8 from 2:00-4:30 pm All ages are welcome to create pinhole viewers and other activities while we watch the NASA Total Eclipse Broadcast on the big screen. The library will be closed from 3:00 - 3:30 pm so all staff and patrons can safely view the eclipse totality. Solar eclipse glasses will be handed out, as supplies last.
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LEGO® Club Wednesday, April 10 at 4:00 pm Do you love LEGOs®? Join us as we build, build, build! For ages 5-12. For more information, call: 315-454-4524
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Friday Crafternoon Friday, April 19 from 3:30-4:30 pm April is National Library Month! Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 pm to make bookmarks to keep or share! For families with ages 4-12. Please register in advance.
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Wonderful Wonka Friday, April 26 at 2:30 pm Families of all ages can enjoy watching the new Wonka movie on the big screen (PG) with fun Wonka-themed activities - a chance to play with your food! Please register in advance.
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