Clark Public Library May 2022
Please register for any programs by emailing reference@clarklibrary.org and state which program you would like to attend or through the online calendar on our website at clarklibrary.org.
Tales for Tots
Mondays, May 2, 9, 16, & 23 at 10:00 a.m.
Stories and songs for active listeners. Geared toward ages 2-3 with a caregiver. Older children are welcome!. 30 minutes of open play follows. Registration is required.
[Virtual] The Discovery of a Masterpiece
Monday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m.
Join Mallory Mortillaro as she discusses how she uncovered an Auguste Rodin masterpiece in Madison, NJ that was lost to the art world since the 1930s. Mallory will share how a simple art cataloging project evolved into a search for a mysterious piece’s provenance and became one of the biggest art finds in recent history.
Baby Bookworms
Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 at 10:00 a.m.
Babies and toddlers are invited to listen to some books and learn some songs, rhymes, lap bounces, and fingerplays in person or via Zoom. 30 minutes of open play follows. Please register.
Totally New Tuesdays
May 3, 10, 17,24, and 31 at 6:30 p.m.
Movies are back at the library! No registration required.
Krafty Kids
Wednesday, May, 4 & 18 at 3:30 p.m.
Join us as we make some fun and creative artwork. Using a few art supplies we will make a new craft each session! Don’t forget to bring your imagination and creativity! Please register. Ages 5-8.
Thursday Afternoon Movies
May 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 1:00 p.m.
Movies are back at the library! No registration required.
[Adult] The Five-Week Book Club
Thursday, May 5 @ 7:00 p.m.
The Taking of Jemima Boone by Mathew Pearl. Daniel Boone’s daughter and two friends are kidnapped by a Cherokee-Shawnee raiding party. Impeccable research illuminates the culture of America’s westward expansion, and the clashes as well as the camaraderie between the Indians, the British, and the American frontiersmen as they all vie for the land we call Kentucky. Please speak with a librarian if you need a copy of the book.
Stories & More
Fridays, May 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 10:00 a.m.
Stories, movement, and songs followed by a simple craft for active listeners ages 3 -5 years old in person or via Zoom. Registration is required for craft supplies and the Zoom link if attending virtually.
[Virtual] Adult Coloring Club
Friday, May 6, and May 20 at 11:00 a.m.
Coloring is a great way to unwind and relieve some stress! Pick up coloring sheets and crayons at the library or use your own and meet up on Zoom for some soothing music and relaxation.
Barks & Books
Saturday, May 7 from 10 am-11 a.m.
If you have a young, reluctant, or struggling reader, we want you to meet our therapy dogs! Therapy dogs are non-judgmental listeners and furry friends to read to that won’t laugh if a child makes a mistake or stumbles over a word. Children learn to associate reading with being with the dog and begin to view reading in a positive way. Over time, the child’s reading ability and confidence can improve because they are practicing their skills. Children will each get approximately 15 minutes of reading time with Bubble, Magnolia, or Sophie. Please register for a 15-minute time slot. Check our calendar for additional times that may be added.
[Adult] The Crafty Folks
Saturday, May 7 @ 3:00-4:30 p.m.
The Art of Block Printing. Each participant receives a kit including a long white cotton scarf with a hand-carved woodblock wood block to make a beautiful design. This is an Adult activity but Teens in High School are welcome to attend! Must register! This program is presented by Enjoy Explore India, and there are only 12 spots available.
Maker Monday
Monday, May 9 at 3:30 p.m.
Join us as we use hands-on STEAM learning to create an object with the materials given. Registration is required. Masks are optional for programs. For ages 9-12.
Tinker Tots
Thursday, May 12 at 10:00 a.m.
Come join us for a morning of fun science activities perfect for little ones in a station-based format. For children ages 2 through pre-k. Please register.
Little Scientist
Thursday, May 12 & 26 at 4 p.m.
Learn how to build and create with our Science Experiments! Each session will be a different experiment that will touch upon a different STEM skill. For ages 5-12.
Aging Services Kiosk
Monday, May 16 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Do you have questions about services available in Union County for seniors or their caregivers? Come visit the Union County Aging Services Kiosk, speak to our specialist, and get answers to your questions.
Evening Book Club
Monday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m.
We will be discussing “Last Summer at the Golden Hotel” by Elyssa Friedland. Please speak with a librarian or email reference@clarklibrary.org if you need a copy of the book.
LEGO® Club
Friday, May 20 from 3:15 pm-4:15 p.m.
Join us for the LEGO® Club at the Clark Public Library! Create your own LEGO® structures. LEGO® are provided by the library. Creations are displayed in the Children’s Area. For children in grades K – 5.
Afternoon Book Club
Tuesday, May 24 at 1:00 p.m.
We will be discussing “The Lost Apothecary” by Sarah Penner. Please speak with a librarian or email reference@clarklibrary.org if you need a copy of the book.
Drop-In Craft for Kids
Friday, May 27 from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Enjoy the bonus day off school by stopping by the library to make a craft! Drop by the children’s section of the library any time between 3-4 pm.
Boredom Buster for Kids
Available beginning May 2
Each month we have a new take-home craft for kids to pick up and make at their leisure. While supplies last, no registration.
Boredom Buster for Adults and Teens
Available beginning May 2
Each month we have a new take-home craft for adults and teens to pick up and make at their leisure. While supplies last, no registration.
