1-2-3 Brain Break: Tongue Twisters

Brain Breaks are short activities, often only 1-3 minutes long, that help kids get ready to learn or refocus on the task at hand. They often involve physical activity and movement though relaxing activities can also boost mental brain power.  So in addition to encouraging your kids to participate in these fun breaks, join the kiddos and …

Earth Day Inspiration at the Library

Happy Earth Day! This day is an opportunity to celebrate the wonders of our planet and consider how to be better stewards of it. From the smallest microbes to the tallest mountains, Earth is a pretty special place to be. Check out this exciting mix of contemporary books, eBooks, audiobooks, and documentaries celebrating the planet …

1-2-3 Brain Break: Paper Airplanes

Brain Breaks are short activities, often only 1-3 minutes long, that help kids get ready to learn or refocus on the task at hand. They often involve physical activity and movement though relaxing activities can also boost mental brain power. So, in addition to encouraging your kids to participate in these fun breaks, join the kiddos …

Celebrating Trees in Library Park

Arbor Day is coming up on Friday, April 30 and we are excited to celebrate trees everywhere! But let’s bring the celebration a little more local for now…specifically to Library Park, which surrounds the Old Town Library. Did you know that Library Park is designated as an arboretum? It is made up of many special …

1-2-3 Brain Break: Breathing in Calm

Brain Breaks are short activities, often only 1-3 minutes long, that help kids get ready to learn or refocus on the task at hand. They often involve physical activity and movement though relaxing activities can also boost mental brain power. So, in addition to encouraging your kids to participate in these fun breaks, join the kiddos …