November means it’s time for NaNoWriMo – National Novel Writing Month. We have both Teen events (Tuesday evenings) and adult events (Saturday afternoons). Come write with us!
And it’s our second annual chess tournament. Join us Wednesday evening beginning at 6:30pm. If you are up to the challenge, meet upstairs for the tournament. Just a beginner or wanting some extra instruction? Meet downstairs in the multi-purpose room for some chess lessons!
Look through the following list for all the events this week at the Springville Library:
Tues, Nov 4 5:30pm Youth Writers’ Guild
Are you a serious 12 – 14 year old writer? If so, please join us for this monthly critique club. We will meet the first Tuesday of each month. Bring part of your story to share, get feedback, and be prepared to give feedback to others. Reserve your spot at the Help Desk!
Tues, Nov 4 6:00pm Teen Writing Workshop – NaNoWriMo
Come to the Teen area for this workshop, followed by writing sprints at 7pm. We will have this again on Tuesday, Nov 25th.
Tues, Nov 4 7:00pm Teen Writing Sprints with prizes! – NaNoWriMo
Tues, Nov 4 6:00pm Clases de Inglés-English Classes
Inglés para hablantes de otros idiomas. Un programa global que integra las cuatro áreas principales de: escuchar, hablar, leer y escribir. Este curso es diez (10) semanas de duración con 5 horas de instrucción por semana. El programa es gratuito y el registro es rápido y sencillo. Habrá premios para la buena asistencia y un certificado de graduación.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes are a comprehensive program integrating the four main areas of language -listening, speaking, reading and writing. This course is ten (10) weeks long in most sites with 5 hours of instruction per week. The program is free and registration is fast and simple. There will be prizes for good attendance as well as a graduation certificate.
Tues, Nov 4 8:00pm Yoga
Join licensed yoga instructor Jolene Hale for this 45 minute class on our second floor.
Jolene graduated from BYU with a BS in Exercise Science. She has practiced yoga for 12 years and has been teaching for the last 6 years. She is very excited to be sharing her love of yoga with everyone in Springville. Experienced yogis and anyone new to yoga are encouraged to attend.
Wed, Nov 5 6:30pm 2nd Annual Chess Tournament
Learn how to play chess from the Art City Chess Club, or, if you already know how to play, join us upstairs for a chess tournament.
Thurs, Nov 6 6:00pm Clases de Inglés-English Classes
Inglés para hablantes de otros idiomas. Un programa global que integra las cuatro áreas principales de: escuchar, hablar, leer y escribir. Este curso es diez (10) semanas de duración con 5 horas de instrucción por semana. El programa es gratuito y el registro es rápido y sencillo. Habrá premios para la buena asistencia y un certificado de graduación.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes are a comprehensive program integrating the four main areas of language -listening, speaking, reading and writing. This course is ten (10) weeks long in most sites with 5 hours of instruction per week. The program is free and registration is fast and simple. There will be prizes for good attendance as well as a graduation certificate.
Thurs, Nov 6 6:00pm Stories in Motion: 5-8 year olds only
1st and 3rd Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm for 5-8 yrs.
2nd and 4th Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm for 9-12 yrs.
Stories in Motion is a story time program like no other! Come experience the magic as the children’s literature we explore comes to life through creative movement. As we dive into and dance through both old and new story favorites, children will have the opportunity to make meaningful personal connections, participate in creative and divergent thinking, and develop kinesthetic awareness and expression. Appropriate for both boys and girls and all skill levels, this story time promises not to be forgotten!
Sat, Nov 8 10:00am Computer Workshop
Space is limited. Sign up online for these 2 hour workshops taught by BYU Technology Education students. These workshops will be held in our computer room on Saturday mornings from 10 am – 12 pm. November’s topics are the following:
November 1 – Genealogy Basics
November 8 – Cloud Storage & File Organization
November 15 – Library’s Virtual Resources & Pioneer Online
November 22 – Finding Good Health Info Online
Sat, Nov 8 10:00am Zumba
Join licensed Zumba instructor Ayda Gamez for a great Saturday morning workout!
Sat, Nov 8 1:00pm NaNoWriMo
Come join us on Saturdays from 1 – 4 pm in the multi-purpose room to get some work done on your novel! This is a quiet gathering, and a good chance to really focus on your story. Questions and quiet discussion are welcome, but be ready to get down to business. This event is hosted by Matthew Walker, who has been the Municipal Liaison for 9 years, so if you have any questions about NaNoWriMo he can answer them.
Children’s Programs offered every week:
~ BABY LAPTIME ~ With Erin
Children ages 0 – 2 years with a caregiver
Monday at 10:30am
~ TINY TOT TALES ~ With Karen and Lela
Tuesday at 10:30am & Friday at 11:30am
Ages 1-3 yrs and parents. Join Karen & Lela for stories, puppets, songs, Letter Hero, & playtime!
~ LEAP INTO READING! ~ With Karen and Lela
Tuesday at 11:30am & Friday at 10:30am
Ages 3-5 yrs and parents. Join Karen & Lela for stories, puppets, Word Wizard, Suzy Zoo Keeper, & science fun!
~ MUSIC & MOVEMENT ~ Classes offered Wednesdays with Dawn
Children ages 1 – 3 years: Wednesday at 10:30am
Children ages 3 – 5 years: Wednesday at 11:30am