We all know daydreaming about travel feels good. Chances are, you’ve been doing plenty of it during the COVID-19 pandemic, when we’re all staying home more and traveling less. The good news is, anticipating, daydreaming, and reminiscing about travel is a valuable source of happiness – and you don’t actually have to go anywhere to …
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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 …
February is Black History Month, and the library has many ways to help you ponder, discover, and celebrate. Of course, there are books. Lots and lots of books. But today we’ll highlight a couple other resources available to library cardholders, with options for kids and adults. Check out these must-see films for streaming on Kanopy, …
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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 …
February is all about the hearts – and we don’t just mean the cards, candy, and emojis you send your Valentine. We are also observing American Heart Month, a time to think about your cardiovascular wellbeing. Luckily, the library is a great place to find health resources, from exercise tutorials to up-to-date scientific research. Here …