Homeschool Friday
Calling all homeschoolers, unschoolers, self-directed learners of all kinds! We'll take over the library to play, explore, and exchange learning ideas and pathways. We'll host special guests, play outside, create artwork, and read books. This program is for homeschooling kids of all ages and their caregivers (not a drop off program). Each week there will be a free play activity offered with caregiver support, and a more structured activity facilitated by MG.
This week's guided activity: Music Making in the Pollinator Garden
Warhammer 40k + Other Table Games
Gather to play and discuss the lore of Warhammer 40,000 and other table games. Bring miniatures, rulebooks, and a friend. Ages 12-18. Warhammer 40k alternates Fridays with Magic the Gathering.
Drop-in Craft: Turtle Collage
Drop in to the library for a DIY craft!
This week, you can make a turtle collage.
All ages welcome.
Pokémon Club *at the Congregational Church*
Trade, battle, and play Pokémon-themed games.
For April's program, we will meet downstairs in the Children's Library.
A limited number of packs will be available to purchase on site for anyone getting started.
Teen Origami
Come make tiny puffy stars with your friends. Paper and snacks provided. Ages 12+.
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
D&D Side Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
Homeschool Friday
Calling all homeschoolers, unschoolers, self-directed learners of all kinds! We'll take over the library to play, explore, and exchange learning ideas and pathways. We'll host special guests, play outside, create artwork, and read books. This program is for homeschooling kids of all ages and their caregivers (not a drop off program). Each week there will be a free play activity offered with caregiver support, and a more structured activity facilitated by MG.
This week's guided activity: Last meet-up before summer break, dress for outside play!
Magic the Gathering
The official recommended age for the game is 13+ because it is complicated, but we can help you learn the game. Magic the Gathering alternates Fridays with Warhammer 40k.
Cartooning with Bill Dougal on Zoom
Students create their own cartoon characters. Learn techniques for drawing heads and bodies, starting with typical proportions, and proceeding with creative variations. Put the figures in action poses and humorous situations. Designed for ages 7-12.
Register online at https://forms.gle/Me4grdfpDno873668 and join on Zoom Mondays at 4:00 pm.
For more info, email childrenslibrarian@lebanonctlibrary.org
*Note: The library will be closed for Memorial Day, but you can still join Cartooning on Zoom.
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
D&D Side Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
Warhammer 40k + Other Table Games
Gather to play and discuss the lore of Warhammer 40,000 and other table games. Bring miniatures, rulebooks, and a friend. Ages 12-18. Warhammer 40k alternates Fridays with Magic the Gathering.
Drop-in Craft: Turtle Collage
Drop in to the library for a DIY craft!
This week, you can make a turtle collage.
All ages welcome.
Cartooning with Bill Dougal
Students create their own cartoon characters. Learn techniques for drawing heads and bodies, starting with typical proportions, and proceeding with creative variations. Put the figures in action poses and humorous situations. Designed for ages 7-12.
Register online at https://forms.gle/Me4grdfpDno873668 and join on Zoom Mondays at 4:00 pm.
For more info, email childrenslibrarian@lebanonctlibrary.org
D&D Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Cartooning with Bill Dougal
Students create their own cartoon characters. Learn techniques for drawing heads and bodies, starting with typical proportions, and proceeding with creative variations. Put the figures in action poses and humorous situations. Designed for ages 7-12.
Register online at https://forms.gle/Me4grdfpDno873668 and join on Zoom Mondays at 4:00 pm.
For more info, email childrenslibrarian@lebanonctlibrary.org
D&D Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Cartooning with Bill Dougal
Students create their own cartoon characters. Learn techniques for drawing heads and bodies, starting with typical proportions, and proceeding with creative variations. Put the figures in action poses and humorous situations. Designed for ages 7-12.
Register online at https://forms.gle/Me4grdfpDno873668 and join on Zoom Mondays at 4:00 pm.
For more info, email childrenslibrarian@lebanonctlibrary.org
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
D&D Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
Cartooning with Bill Dougal
Students create their own cartoon characters. Learn techniques for drawing heads and bodies, starting with typical proportions, and proceeding with creative variations. Put the figures in action poses and humorous situations. Designed for ages 7-12.
Register online at https://forms.gle/Me4grdfpDno873668 and join on Zoom Mondays at 4:00 pm.
For more info, email childrenslibrarian@lebanonctlibrary.org
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
D&D Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
D&D Side Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Yoga Play
Enjoy yoga, mindful movement, and most importantly, play with your family and community! This is an all ages, all levels, not-so-quiet wild rumpus yoga program with MG. Never done this before? Perfect! A beginner's mind is a gift.
A few tips: arrive ten minutes early, wear comfortable clothes, bring your yoga mat and a blanket. Registration required via googleform https://forms.gle/7cQ6VdAuAzGxbN619 or calling us at the library (860) 642-7763.
Drop-in Craft: Tissue Paper Flower
Drop in to the library on Monday afternoons for a DIY craft!
Start off May by making tissue paper flowers.
All ages welcome.
Magic the Gathering
The official recommended age for the game is 13+ because it is complicated, but we can help you learn the game. Magic the Gathering alternates Fridays with Warhammer 40k.
Homeschool Friday
Calling all homeschoolers, unschoolers, self-directed learners of all kinds! We'll take over the library to play, explore, and exchange learning ideas and pathways. We'll host special guests, play outside, create artwork, and read books. This program is for homeschooling kids of all ages and their caregivers (not a drop off program). Each week there will be a free play activity offered with caregiver support, and a more structured activity facilitated by MG.
This week's guided activity: Cardboard Creations and Origami
D&D Side Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Story Walk
Join local poet and Airborne Veteran, Scott Ennis, for a Story Walk. We will meet in JTL's Pollinator Garden to start with a song, involve a walk on the Lebanon Green, and conclude with a magnificent Story-tale. It's perfect for all ages. Bring a walking stick if you'd like!
Cartooning with Bill Dougal
Students create their own cartoon characters. Learn techniques for drawing heads and bodies, starting with typical proportions, and proceeding with creative variations. Put the figures in action poses and humorous situations. Designed for ages 7-12.
Register online at https://forms.gle/Me4grdfpDno873668 and join on Zoom Mondays at 4:00 pm.
For more info, email childrenslibrarian@lebanonctlibrary.org
Drop-in Craft: Tissue Paper Flower
Drop in to the young peoples' library on Monday afternoons for a DIY craft!
Start off May by making tissue paper flowers.
All ages welcome.
Warhammer 40k + Other Table Games
Gather to play and discuss the lore of Warhammer 40,000 and other table games. Bring miniatures, rulebooks, and a friend. Ages 12-18. Warhammer 40k alternates Fridays with Magic the Gathering.
Homeschool Friday
Calling all homeschoolers, unschoolers, self-directed learners of all kinds! We'll take over the library to play, explore, and exchange learning ideas and pathways. We'll host special guests, play outside, create artwork, and read books. This program is for homeschooling kids of all ages and their caregivers (not a drop off program). Each week there will be a free play activity offered with caregiver support, and a more structured activity facilitated by MG.
This week's guided activity: yoga inside, yard games outside.
D&D Side Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
Meditation, Yes!
Make some space to reclaim your peace. Join Youth Services Librarian and Hatha Yoga Teacher, MG, for gentle yoga practice to prepare your body and mind for silent meditation. Never done this before? Perfect! A beginner's mind is a gift. A few tips: arrive ten minutes early, wear comfortable clothes, bring your yoga mat and a blanket.
Registration required via googleform https://forms.gle/3A46WkNLmzWRJU95A or calling us at the library (860) 642-7763.
Drop-in Craft: Make Your Own Bookmark
Drop in to the young peoples' library on Monday afternoons for a DIY craft! In April, come design and make your own unique bookmarks.
All ages welcome.
Magic the Gathering
The official recommended age for the game is 13+ because it is complicated, but we can help you learn the game. Magic the Gathering alternates Fridays with Warhammer 40k.
Homeschool Friday
Calling all homeschoolers, unschoolers, self-directed learners of all kinds! We'll take over the library to play, explore, and exchange learning ideas and pathways. We'll host special guests, play outside, create artwork, and read books. This program is for homeschooling kids of all ages and their caregivers (not a drop off program). Each week there will be a free play activity offered with caregiver support, and a more structured activity facilitated by MG.
This week's guided activity:
My Garden of a Thousand Bees Documentary and craft.
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
D&D Side Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.
Howl!
An all ages spoken word night at JTL.
Sign up when you arrive, read/recite for 3 minutes. If time allows, we can read more. Sharing original work is encouraged!
Earth Day Celebration
Join songwriter and music therapist, Maya Rogers Sherman, for an interactive musical performance of her original story about the power of believing in ourselves, our hopes, and our dreams. Enjoy seeing orchestral instruments up close, plus learn some fun and simple ways to use music to boost mental and emotional wellbeing. The concert will include an art making activity inspired by our collective hopes and dreams.
This concert is free and is made possible with the support of the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, Office of the Arts.
Cartooning with Bill Dougal
Students create their own cartoon characters. Learn techniques for drawing heads and bodies, starting with typical proportions, and proceeding with creative variations. Put the figures in action poses and humorous situations. Designed for ages 7-12.
Register online at https://forms.gle/Me4grdfpDno873668 and join on Zoom Mondays at 4:00 pm.
For more info, email childrenslibrarian@lebanonctlibrary.org
Drop-in Craft: Make Your Own Bookmark
Drop in to the young peoples' library on Monday afternoons for a DIY craft! In April, come design and make your own unique bookmarks.
All ages welcome.
Warhammer 40k + Other Table Games
Gather to play and discuss the lore of Warhammer 40,000 and other table games. Bring miniatures, rulebooks, and a friend. Ages 12-18. Warhammer 40k alternates Fridays with Magic the Gathering.
Homeschool Friday
Calling all homeschoolers, unschoolers, self-directed learners of all kinds! We'll take over the library to play, explore, and exchange learning ideas and pathways. We'll host special guests, play outside, create artwork, and read books. This program is for homeschooling kids of all ages and their caregivers (not a drop off program). Each week there will be a free play activity offered with caregiver support, and a more structured activity facilitated by MG.
This week's guided activity:
Portraits and Poems—bring a photo of beloved pet or human being you'd like to draw and we will write poems about the subjects of our portraits. Art supplies provided.
D&D Campaign
Adventurers ages 12-18 must come prepared with completed character sheet, ready for fast-paced and focused game play. Some DND campaign experience required.
New or younger players and lovers of side quests are invited to join D&D: Side Quest, downstairs in the Story Room. Email Youth Services Librarian with questions: mgaier@lebanonctlibrary.org
The world needs heroes! What courageous souls would dare to fight horrific monsters, evade traps, solve puzzles, and quest for treasure? Who among you shall free realms from the tyrannical rule of a dragon? To fight for peoples of a fantastical, magical world, and become their champions? Do you hear the call to be an adventurer? In the amazing worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, your imagination is your greatest weapon!
D&D Side Side Quest
Are you a new Dungeons & Dragons player? Do you want to build your character and explore magical worlds? Join D&D's band of new adventurers and lovers of side quests!
Here you may learn how to construct a character sheet or put finishing touches on one you've already begun, practice world building basics, explore the Player's Handbook, and work your imagination muscles. When your skills are sharp, your interest is piqued for structured game play, and your mentor deems you ready, you'll be invited to join the fast-paced and focused D&D campaign. Ages 10+. This week, meet in Community Room.