Library News: January 30th, 2025

When NFL player, A.J. Brown sent a book to the best seller’s list from the sidelines, his coach explained “Some guys pray in between, some guys meditate in between. A.J. reads in between. Whatever these guys need to do to put their mind in a place where they can play with great detail and great effort, I fully encourage them to do that.” If you appreciate that mindset, you’ll want to check out these new titles at the library:

Inner Excellence: Train Your Mind for Extraordinary Performance and the Best Possible Life by Jim Murphy. Do you want guaranteed freedom and confidence when you perform? Discover the life guide that has developed world champions, empowered athletes to become world #1, and most importantly, transformed their hearts and minds. This step-by-step training manual from one of the world's top mental skills coaches will teach you how to train your mind like the very best. 

Under His Wings: How Faith on the Front Lines Has Protected American Troops by Emily Compagno. Descending from a long line of respected Navy and US Army veterans, Compagno offers unique insight into the importance of faith during times of hardship. She shares stories from generations of servicemen along with her own experience visiting American troops in Iraq and Kuwait when she was a cheerleader for the Oakland Raiders. From World War I to current conflicts in the Middle East, Under His Wings blends the historical with the personal, featuring first-hand accounts from veterans whose religious beliefs emboldened them to persevere as they faced their own mortality on the fields of battle. Each chapter is highlighted by a range of fascinating stories, including celebrity visits to the frontlines with the USO—from Marilyn Monroe to President Ronald Reagan—as well as heartfelt letters between soldiers and their loved ones and treasured family photographs.

Tuesdays:

Creative Social Circle, Tuesdays at 5 PM. Bring your own crafts or work with our craft supplies. We will have a sample project each week if you need inspiration on what to make.  Enjoy coffee, tea, and the company of other adults as you work.  Ages 15 and up are invited to attend.

Yoga with Dave Sivley, Tuesdays at 6 PM, January 14-February 18th. Bring a yoga mat, water bottle, & a towel. $5 per class payable to Dave.

Wednesdays:

Support Group for Parents of Challenging Kids, the 2nd Wednesday of every month— February 12th at 9 AM Parenting isn’t easy. If you are feeling overwhelmed, join others to gain valuable support coping strategies and information about community resources.

Preschool Story Hour, Wednesdays at 11 AM. Join us for music, movement, stories & crafts intended for ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers. 

Thursdays:

First Thursday Book Club, February 6th, 12 NOON-1 PM. Join others to chat about what you have been reading or to get suggestions from others.

Fridays:

Lego at the Library, Fridays 3:00-4:30 PM. Build & create with our Lego & Duplo collections!  All ages are welcome!

Saturdays:

Tech Time, select Saturdays, February 1st, 8th, & 15th, from 10AM-1PM. Are you struggling with your phone? Do you have trouble navigating the internet? Do you need help with mel.org, the Libby App or the Marcellus Library Catalog? Drop in the library to ask Justin your IT related questions and learn to navigate your device or our computers!

Cinema Saturday, February 15th at 11 AM. Join us as we watch TWO new movies! We will have 'Wicked' (PG) playing down by the fireplace, and another movie (TBD) will be going up in the children's area! This is a FREE event for all ages and we will have fresh popcorn available!