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Introducing...Mini Makers Lab! Join the children's department on Thursday November 4 anytime between 6-7 pm to brainstorm, get creative and flex those maker muscles! You are more than welcome to stay the whole time, but we estimate that this activity should last for about 10-15 minutes per family. Weekly hands-on programs will include STEM/STEAM projects and craft projects to complete at the library and take home when finished. For ages 6 - and up, but siblings and families are welcome! No registration required, this is a drop in program. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Russell Library. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our In Person event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org

'First Fridays Book Club' will be held offsite at RaMa LuNa Center for Yoga and Well Being at (NEW LOCATION!) 62 Washington St, Middletown. The December title is A Deal of a Lifetime by Fredrik Backman $5.00 Yoga offered prior to the discussion at 5:45PM. Copies are available by placing a hold at www.russelllibrary.org. We are excited to partner with Rachel Payne and the RaMa Luna Center for Yoga and Well Being, which is located at 62 Washington St, Middletown, CT. (NOTE>>>NEW LOCATION!) Facilitated by Christy Billings of Russell Library, Information Services and Adult Learning Department. Questions? (860) 347-2528 Ext 160 or cbillings@russelllibrary.org. Rachel Payne (860) 800-5862 at RaMa Luna, www.ramaluna.com. Nov Anxious People Fredrik Backman Friday 11/5 Dec A Deal of a Lifetime Fredrik Backman Friday 12/3

Welcome to Family Game Night! Come and join us on Monday nights anytime between 6pm-7pm for a night of rollicking good fun with a round of board and card games! You are more than welcome to stay the whole time, but we estimate that each game should last for about 10-15 minutes per family. Weekly game programs will include some new and some "oldie but goodie" games! For families with children ages 3 and up. No registration required, this is a drop in program. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our In Person event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org Supplies for this virtual program were provided by the Friends of the Russell Library! Find out more about how you can support them here: russelllibrary.org/friends-of-the-library/

The Racial Justice Book Group is offered in partnership with the Middletown Racial Justice Community. The December title is Luster by Raven Leilani. To receive a copy, please place a hold in our online catalog or by calling 860.347.2520. Questions? Christy Billings cbillings@russelllibrary.org Sept Transcendent Kingdom Yaa Gyasi 9/14/2021 October Red At the Bone Jaqueline Woodson 10/5/2021 November Vanishing Half Brit Bennett 11/2/2021 December Luster Raven Leilani 12/7/2021 Questions? Christy Billings cbillings@russelllibrary.org

Celebrate the winter with us! Enjoy a variety of snow themed stations including crafts and games. End the night by taking your picture in front of our snowy backdrop. Drop in to one or both nights (December 8th and December 15th), it will be snow much fun! This is a family program for all ages. No registration required, this is a drop in program. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org. Supplies for this event were provided by the Friends of the Russell Library! Find out more about how you can support them here: www.russelllibrary.org/friends-of-the-library/

Introducing...Mini Makers Lab! Join the children's department on Thursday November 4 anytime between 6-7 pm to brainstorm, get creative and flex those maker muscles! You are more than welcome to stay the whole time, but we estimate that this activity should last for about 10-15 minutes per family. Weekly hands-on programs will include STEM/STEAM projects and craft projects to complete at the library and take home when finished. For ages 6 - and up, but siblings and families are welcome! No registration required, this is a drop in program. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Russell Library. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our In Person event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org

Welcome to Family Game Night! Come and join us on Monday nights anytime between 6pm-7pm for a night of rollicking good fun with a round of board and card games! You are more than welcome to stay the whole time, but we estimate that each game should last for about 10-15 minutes per family. Weekly game programs will include some new and some "oldie but goodie" games! For families with children ages 3 and up. No registration required, this is a drop in program. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our In Person event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org Supplies for this virtual program were provided by the Friends of the Russell Library! Find out more about how you can support them here: russelllibrary.org/friends-of-the-library/

How to Answer, 'Why Did Leave Your Last Job?' And other uncomfortable questions facing job seekers. Join Bob Carlson and Christy Billings as they tackle a thorny question asked at job interviews. Just as you prepare answers for other common interview questions, it's important to prepare an answer for why you left your last position. Rehearsing will help you craft a professional answer during your interview for your situation. This program will be held via WebEX. You will need to download WebEx to attend This workshop is possible from a City of Middletown Block Grant, Liberty Bank Foundation Grant, and The Family of Thomas J. Regan. Sign-ups are required. Questions? cbillings@russelllibrary.org

Introducing...Mini Makers Lab! Join the children's department on Thursday November 4 anytime between 6-7 pm to brainstorm, get creative and flex those maker muscles! You are more than welcome to stay the whole time, but we estimate that this activity should last for about 10-15 minutes per family. Weekly hands-on programs will include STEM/STEAM projects and craft projects to complete at the library and take home when finished. For ages 6 - and up, but siblings and families are welcome! No registration required, this is a drop in program. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Russell Library. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our In Person event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org

Welcome to Family Game Night! Come and join us on Monday nights anytime between 6pm-7pm for a night of rollicking good fun with a round of board and card games! You are more than welcome to stay the whole time, but we estimate that each game should last for about 10-15 minutes per family. Weekly game programs will include some new and some "oldie but goodie" games! For families with children ages 3 and up. No registration required, this is a drop in program. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our In Person event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org Supplies for this virtual program were provided by the Friends of the Russell Library! Find out more about how you can support them here: russelllibrary.org/friends-of-the-library/

Heather Downar, Certified Health Coach and Founder of Profound Transformations LLC provides several tips to help you get through the holidays without overindulging in the holiday cookies or your aunt's famous pound cake! Join us for a fun, interactive, virtual presentation that will show you how to kick the sugar habit without giving up the sweetness and learn valuable information that is sure to have you leaving with powerful insight into your own sugar cravings and what to do about it! This virtual program is intended for adults. Zoom link will be provided to registrants via email closer to the program date. Registration is required (and will close an hour before the event begins).

Introducing...Mini Makers Lab! Join the children's department on Thursday November 4 anytime between 6-7 pm to brainstorm, get creative and flex those maker muscles! You are more than welcome to stay the whole time, but we estimate that this activity should last for about 10-15 minutes per family. Weekly hands-on programs will include STEM/STEAM projects and craft projects to complete at the library and take home when finished. For ages 6 - and up, but siblings and families are welcome! No registration required, this is a drop in program. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Russell Library. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our In Person event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org

The library is closed for the holiday.

Welcome to Family Game Night! Come and join us on Monday nights anytime between 6pm-7pm for a night of rollicking good fun with a round of board and card games! You are more than welcome to stay the whole time, but we estimate that each game should last for about 10-15 minutes per family. Weekly game programs will include some new and some "oldie but goodie" games! For families with children ages 3 and up. No registration required, this is a drop in program. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our In Person event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org Supplies for this virtual program were provided by the Friends of the Russell Library! Find out more about how you can support them here: russelllibrary.org/friends-of-the-library/

Join us for a morning of songs, stories and movement in our Virtual storytime for Birth-5 year olds! Our fabulous youth librarians will share favorite stories, some new and some classics! So get your cameras rolling and join in the fun! This virtual program is for children ages birth-6. Registration is required (and will close an hour before the event begins). We are changing how we share the craft kits! New kits will come out on the first and third Friday of each month and you will be able to pick up a craft kit anytime the library is open (while supplies last). Monday-Thursday: 9am-8pm Friday & Saturday: 9am-5pm Sunday: 1-5pm To set up a curbside appointment for a craft kit you can: call us at 860-347-2528 email us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org Supplies for this virtual program were provided by the Friends of the Russell Library! Find out more about how you can support them here: russelllibrary.org/friends-of-the-library/

Introducing...Mini Makers Lab! Join the children's department on Thursday November 4 anytime between 6-7 pm to brainstorm, get creative and flex those maker muscles! You are more than welcome to stay the whole time, but we estimate that this activity should last for about 10-15 minutes per family. Weekly hands-on programs will include STEM/STEAM projects and craft projects to complete at the library and take home when finished. For ages 6 - and up, but siblings and families are welcome! No registration required, this is a drop in program. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Russell Library. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure everyone's safety we request that all families follow our In Person event guidelines: We ask that you stay 6 feet away from other families for your safety, as well as the safety of others. If any member of your household is not feeling well, has a fever, or is quarantining, we ask that you and your family stay home. For any portions of our events that are indoors, you may be required to wear a mask, depending on current city building guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact us at kidsdept@russelllibrary.org

The libarry is closed for the holiday.