The Corvallis-Benton County Public Library always has clubs to join and events to attend. This month is no different, with a variety of virtual meetings to join. Here’s a list of what’s going on next week.
Senior Book Group
Readers over the age of 50 may join this monthly book club. The group meets virtually from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month. This month, the meeting falls on Dec. 13.
Check out more details here.
FaceBook Live Story Time
The library hosts a virtual story-time every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. via Facebook Live. The next story time will be held on Dec. 14.
Those who miss the live story time, or simply want to hear more may call 541-766-6568 to hear a recorded story in either English or Spanish. The stories are updated every Tuesday.
More details can be found here.
January Kids Book Club Kit
Online registration to receive a kit for the Kids Book Club opens Dec. 15 at 10:00 a.m. and will remain open until all kits have been claimed. The kit includes the club’s chosen chapter book, various craft supplies with instructions, and discussion prompts.
Meant for kids who are beginning to read chapter books, January’s book club selection is “Press start! Game over, Super Rabbit Boy!” by Thomas Flintham. Kits can either be picked up at the library or delivered to your home.
Check out more details here.
Sensory Storytime
Sensory Storytime is a slower-paced group for children of all abilities, with a focus on meeting the needs of children with sensory sensitivities. Each story time is 20 minutes long and follows a schedule that includes a variety of activities — including a movement rhyme and short stories. The next Sensory Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 15. Registration for Sensory Story Time closes on Dec. 15.
More details can be found here.
C3 Book Club
C3 Book Club is for those 18 and older, and meets once a month at 11:00 a.m. on the 3rd Thursday of the month. December’s book is “The Night Watchman” by Louise Erdrich.
Each month’s book is delivered to you by the library. The club is currently full, but you can join the waiting list here.
Read to a Dog
Kids have the opportunity to practice reading in a stress-free environment — with a dog! The Reading Education Assistance Dog program, also known as R.E.A.D., allows children to meet with a dog and their handler for a ten-minute, one-on-one session via Zoom. There are currently slots available between 3:45 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 16, but check the event calendar for an updated list of times.
Teen Advisors Meeting
Teenagers from grade 6-12 meet regularly to discuss and give input on the teen services offered at the library. The teen advisors help out at teen events, write book reviews, and more.
The next meeting will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Dec. 17. Teens interested in joining can find the application here.
By Momoko Baker
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