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Monday, May 27, 2024
Sparta Public Library
The Library will be closed Sunday and Monday in observance of Memorial Day.
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Scrabble!

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sparta Public Library
Virtual Reality Area
Novice or master, you're invited to join us for fun and refreshments! We have a board waiting for you! (Drop-in program)
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Art in the A.M.

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Grab your little ones and get creative with Mrs. C. Parents must assist their child during the program. Program is for children age 2-5.  Registration is required. Please register each child individually so we can assure we have enough supplies.  
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Play Mahjongg!

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Whether you're a beginner or a maven, join us for fun and refreshments! (Drop-in program)
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3D Printer Training

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Sparta Public Library
3D Printer Area
Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer
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3D Printer Usage

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
3D Printer Area
After having gone through a 3D Printer training session you can book time with the 3D Printer.
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Grade School Book Club

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Sparta Public Library
Back Meeting Room (lower level)
New program!

This month, we will be reading Dory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon. After you register for the program please request the book. We will be ordering more copies and will let you know when you can pick the book up.

Read the book at your own pace from April 10th until May 8th. Make note of your favorite parts. We will discuss the book, read some passages, and do some activities relating to the book.

Participants must be in grades 1-3 and able to read on their own. Children will participate in book club independently, but parents must remain in the building.
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Stitch Witches

5:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Sparta Public Library
Reading Room
Stitch Witches is a group for all needle crafters.  Bring your works-in-progress and join others for ideas, questions, help with your project or just the joy of needling together!

All levels are welcome, there will be someone to help with your questions.

No registration required.
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Lap Sit Storytime for Babies

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join us in the lower level of the library for a Storytime dedicated to our youngest patrons and their caregivers. Meet other new parents/caregivers just like you! 

During Lap Sit Storytime, Mrs. C will lead the group in rhymes, songs, and a short story for you and your child to interact together.

This Storytime is designed to be one on one and developmentally appropriate for children 9 months until 3. If your child is 3 or above, please join us at 11 am Thursday mornings for family Storytime. 
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Family Storytime

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sparta Public Library
Youth Services Room
Join Mrs. C for stories each week. We will meet in the Youth Services' room.  This program is intended for ages 3 and above. Children under 3 are welcome to attend with their siblings.  No registration is required
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Simple Science for Kids

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join us for simple science experiments using everyday materials!

For children ages 5-8.

Please register every child who will be making an experiment so we can ensure that we have enough supplies. You do not need to register the adults. Parents/guardians must remain with AND help their children during the program.
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3D Printer Training

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Sparta Public Library
3D Printer Area
Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer
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3D Printer Usage

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
3D Printer Area
After having gone through a 3D Printer training session you can book time with the 3D Printer.

Please note the cost of printing: $2 per hour for Sparta cardholders; $4 per hour for non-cardholders.
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Meditation & QiGong for Beginners

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
QIGONG is an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises.
This will be a beginner's class.
  • Understand & learn basic meditation techniques
  • Understand & learn basic QiGong techniques
  • Learn basic QiGong (8 Section Brocade) movements.
Our instructor Kevin Kuo's teaching has been approved by the California acupuncture board. Kevin has also been invited  by a well-established Chinese medicine school (Whitewater University) in California to give 1 day lecture about qigong and meditation. 

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Academic Writing Group on ZOOM

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sparta Public Library

 Writing Group for Academic Authors and Professionals writing in their field.

Facilitated by 
Joanna Hayden, PhD, CHES
Professor emeritus
Department of Public Health
William Paterson University
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Snacktivity: Pig Bagels

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join Miss Gina as she will be reading a story and together we will create a themed snack. Caregiver should stay to assist the child in the snack preparation. This week we will be making Pig Bagels. 

Program is intended for children 3 and over

Registration is required. Please register each child individually.
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3D Printer Training

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Sparta Public Library
3D Printer Area
Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer
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3D Printer Usage

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
3D Printer Area
After having gone through a 3D Printer training session you can book time with the 3D Printer.
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Storytime with Creature Comfort Pet Therapy

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
Youth Services Room
Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independently and read to one of the dogs.

Parents/guardians must remain with their child during this program.

No registration required.
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Saturday Movie "The Iron Claw"

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
Large Meeting Room (lower level)
The Iron Claw   R(2h 12m) 

Tells the story of the Von Erich brothers as they make history in the highly competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports.
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Mother's Day Craft for Kids

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
Youth Services Room
Let's celebrate Mom!
Drop in to make a special Mother's Day card while supplies last!
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3D Printer Training

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Sparta Public Library
3D Printer Area
Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer
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3D Printer Usage

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
3D Printer Area
After having gone through a 3D Printer training session you can book time with the 3D Printer.
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Sensory Play on Monday!

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join Mrs. C for an interactive play session for ages 2-5.  Each week we will explore materials such as playdough, finger-paint, slime, water play, and many more. The session is intended for interaction between the child and their caregiver.  We may get messy, so dress appropriately.

Due to the popularity of this program, we are now offering two sessions of the same program; 10 am and 10:45 am. When registering, please select one session. Registration for both sessions will result in cancellation. If this session is full, please register for 10:45 am.

A valid library card is required for this class. Please register each child individually. You may use the same card number for each child. 
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Sensory Play on Monday!

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join Mrs. C for an interactive play session for ages 2-5.  Each week we will explore materials such as playdough, finger-paint, slime, water play, and many more. The session is intended for interaction between the child and their caregiver.  We may get messy, so dress appropriately.

Due to the popularity of this program, we are now offering two sessions of the same program; 10 am and 10:45 am. When registering, please select one session. Registration for both sessions will result in cancellation.

A valid library card is required for this class. Please register each child individually. You may use the same card number for each child. 
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