Be sure to visit the library to enjoy these free events for people of all ages. The library will be closed on Monday, January 21 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Kid’s Winter Reading Challenge
From now until January 31, the Clark Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Second Annual Winter Reading Challenge, sponsored by Mark Cuban. We challenge our patrons ages 3-12 to read a group total of at least 10,000 minutes during the month and keep track of their reading on our Beanstack site at clarklibrary.beanstack.org or on the Beanstack Tracker App. Hundreds of libraries and schools across the nation will encourage their communities to read a target number of minutes and books. If we reach the collective goal, “Shark Tank” investor Mark Cuban will donate $35,000 to top participating libraries to expand access to the resources we offer within the community. Participants will earn a small prize for the first 4 hours of reading they log and be automatically entered into our prize drawing for every hour logged! The grand prize is a $50 Amazon gift card! Runners up will get to choose a prize from our prize box. Anyone can participate, but you must be a Clark resident to win the grand prize.
Chess Club for Kids on Monday, January 7 and Tuesday, January 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Children ages 6 and up are invited to come to the library for chess club! We welcome beginners and those wanting to learn new tips on wanting to hone their skills. Registration is requested.
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie on Thursday, January 10 at 10:00 a.m.
Join us for a special cookie event with our friends from Whole Foods! We will read the story, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff, then the children will get to decorate an edible cookie. Please be advised that there will be food products at this event. This event is for preschoolers. Registration is required, space is limited.
Bullet Journals on Thursday, January 10 at 7:00 p.m.
The Bullet Journal class is a basic introduction to organizing your life and time through the use of bullet journaling. For adults. Registration is required.
Family Movie Matinee on Sunday, January 13 at 2:00 p.m.
Join us for a family movie on the big screen! When Hollywood starts making blockbuster movies about all of their super-peers, the Teen Titans realize that the world doesn’t consider them “real” heroes worthy of gracing the big screen. Robin, Cyborg, Beast Boy, Raven, and Starfire decide to prove themselves by taking on super villain Slade. Featuring the voices of Will Arnett, Kristen Bell, Stan Lee, Patton Oswalt, Wil Wheaton, Nicolas Cage, Lil Yachty and Halsey. Rated PG.
Union County Division on Aging Services on Monday, January 14 from 10-Noon
Do you have a questions about services for seniors or their caregivers? The Union County Division on Aging will be at the Clark Public Library to answer them. Drop by anytime between 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and get answers to your questions about: pharmaceutical assistance, home energy assistance, home care, home delivered or congregate meals, caregiver relief, medicaid, transportation, and other questions you may have.
LEGO® Club on Friday, January 18 at 3:15 p.m.
Join us for the LEGO® Club at the Clark Public Library! Create your own lego structures. Legos are provided by the library. Creations are displayed in the Children’s Area. For children in grades K – 5. No registration required.
Chess Club for Kids on Monday, January 7 and Tuesday, January 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Children ages 6 and up are invited to come to the library for chess club! We welcome beginners and those wanting to learn new tips on wanting to hone their skills. Registration is requested.
Afternoon Book Club on Tuesday, January 15 at 1:00 p.m.
Join us for our next meeting! We will be discussing “The Whole Town’s Talking” by Fannie Flagg. Elmwood Springs, Missouri, is a small town like any other, but something strange is happening out at the cemetery. ‘Still Meadows,’ as it’s called, is anything but still. Tells a surprising story of life, afterlife, and the mysterious goings-on of ordinary people. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk.
Tinker Tuesday on Tuesday, January 22 at 3:30 p.m.
This month we will present a special Leap Into Science event on the topic of “balance.”
This program is for children ages 6-10 years old. Leap into Science is a nationwide program from the Franklin Institute that integrates open-ended science activities with children’s books. Younger children (ages 3-5) will have their own session on Thursday, February 28 at 10 a.m. Registration is requested.
Finger Painting Friday on Friday, January 25 at 10:00 a.m.
No childhood is complete without some good, old-fashioned, messy finger painting. We will read a story and then make some squishy, colorful creations. Wear some old clothes! Please register.
DIY Handwarmers for Adults on Friday, January 25 at 1:00 p.m.
We are making little hand warmers filled with rice. They have great heat retention properties. Just put them in the microwave for 30 seconds, and they’ll stay warm for at least 30 minutes. Materials are provided.
Storytimes resume the week of January 14
Tales for Tots on Mondays at 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. and Thursdays at 10 a.m.
Stories, finger plays, and songs for active listeners. Geared toward ages 2-3 with a caregiver. Older children are welcome! 30 minutes of open play follows.
Baby Bookworms on Tuesdays at 10 a.m.
Stories, songs, nursery rhymes, and movement. Geared toward babies and toddlers under 2 years old with caregiver. 30 minutes of open play follows.
Stories & More on Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.
Stories, movement, songs and a craft for active listeners ages 3 -5 years old. Registration is required.
Grown-Up Coloring Club meets on most Fridays 1:00 p.m.
Coloring isn’t just for kids anymore! Join us for a relaxing afternoon of coloring for grown ups. Relieve some stress while stimulating your creativity! No registration is required.
Teen Tech Help (please check our online calendar or call for dates and times)
Do you have a new phone or tablet and need help figuring it out? The library now offers one-on-one assistance with a variety of technological issues. Sessions last one hour and may also focus on e-mail, e-books, Microsoft Office or other technology questions you might have. Advance registration is required, so please call the Reference Desk at 732 388 5999 to schedule an appointment.
Registration is required for programs listed above, unless noted otherwise. Additionally, free movies are shown at the library on Monday and Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Newly released DVDs are featured each Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required for movies. For complete details and registration information about events at the Clark Public Library, please stop by or see our online calendar at www2.youseemore.com/clarkpl or call 732-388-5999.
