Ages 5-11: Relax, breathe deeply, and be mindful as you and your child exercise healthy ways to channel stress and frustrations. Register to receive a kit with activities to practice mindfulness at home. Kits will be available for curbside pick-up or home delivery one week prior to each program. Contact 812.232.1115 for more information. Available while supplies last.
Ages 21 & Up: Grab your favorite beverage and join a virtual discussion of The Alice Network by Kate Quinn. This historical fiction novel follows the stories of two women during different time periods-one searching for her cousin in post-World War II 1947, the other operating as a spy during World War I-and how their lives cross paths. Register to receive a Zoom link.
Ages 4-7: Kindergarten will be different this year. Your child may be learning in a classroom or at home with you-celebrate this special day! Follow Pete the Cat and the cuddly panda Chu as they experience their first days of school. Then discuss some tips and tricks to stop the spread of germs this fall. Register to receive a backpack filled with Kindergarten essentials and books about going to school. Backpacks will be available beginning Tuesday, July 28 for curbside pick-up or home delivery. Contact 812.232.1115 for more information. Available while supplies last.
Ages 5-11: What do you do when your kids are overwhelmed and can't tune out the rest of the world? Help them reduce stress with yoga, stories, songs, and rhymes! This program is available to all. Register to receive a yoga mat for at-home use. Mats will be available for curbside pick-up or home delivery one week prior to each program while supplies last. Contact 812.232.1115 for more information.
Ages 12-19: Teens! What do you want to see at the Library? Interact with other passionate volunteers to implement popular trends, plan incredible programs, and be a positive role model as a member of the Teen Advisory Board. TAB meets monthly and welcomes all newcomers. Email ys@vigo.lib.in.us to become a TAB member.
Ages 12 & Up: Make your own reusable mask-no sewing machine required-with an easy video tutorial! Follow along to learn basic hand-sewing techniques and create masks for yourself, your family, and your friends. This program is available to all. Register to receive a DIY Face Mask kit that includes everything you need to make four face masks while supplies last. Contact 812.235.2121 for more information.
Ages 5-11: Relax, breathe deeply, and be mindful as you and your child exercise healthy ways to channel stress and frustrations. This program is available to all. Register to receive a kit with activities for practicing mindfulness at home. Kits will be available for curbside pick-up or home delivery one week prior to each program while supplies last. Contact 812.232.1115 for more information.
Wearing masks and face coverings leads to challenges for those who read lips and rely on facial expressions to communicate. With American Sign Language, you can make communication simpler for the Deaf community. Learn basic phrases and sentences by enrolling in Discover Sign Language, a six-week Gale Course, free for Library cardholders. After joining the course, register to receive the Zoom link for weekly practice sessions to improve your skills.
Ages 5-11: Whether your child is a seasoned artist or a first-time painter, making their own art allows them to express complex emotions, develop hand-eye coordination, and explore creativity. This program is available to all. Register to receive a painting kit for your child. Kits will be available beginning Saturday, August 15 for curbside pick-up or home delivery while supplies last. Contact 812.232.1115 for more information.
Ages 5-11: What do you do when your kids are overwhelmed and can't tune out the rest of the world? Help them reduce stress with yoga, stories, songs, and rhymes! This program is available to all. Register to receive a yoga mat for at-home use. Mats will be available for curbside pick-up or home delivery one week prior to each program while supplies last. Contact 812.232.1115 for more information.
Taste the flavors of the Southwest with an easy-to-prepare enchilada recipe. Register to receive a kit of non-perishable, non-staple ingredients. This program is available to all. Kits will be available for curbside pick-up or home delivery one week prior to the program while supplies last. Contact 812.235.2121 for more information.
