Library News: November 30th, 2023
This week, the Marcellus Library is spotlighting two new nonfiction books currently available.
Naturally Inclusive: Engaging Children of All Abilities Outdoors by Ruth Wilson, PhD. Naturally Inclusive is an essential guide for designing nature-based play areas and programs that connect every child to nature. The book reminds us that nature is both an ideal model of diversity and a catalyst for inclusion. The physical, emotional, and/or social barriers that young children with special needs often face may prevent them from deeply engaging with the natural world. These challenges, however, do not need to prevent them from enjoying the many benefits that nature has to offer. Nature is a necessity. Research has demonstrated that we are happier, healthier, more socially engaged, and more creative when nature is part of our daily lives, and these benefits apply to people of all ages and abilities. Dr. Ruth Wilson is an educational consultant and curriculum writer with special expertise in the area of early childhood environmental education and other initiatives connecting young children with nature. She draws on her knowledge of research and her decades of work with children in nature, weaving together advice, real-life examples, and testimonies from educators and families on the healing, nurturing power of nature in the lives of young children with diverse abilities.
The Power Five: Essential Foods for Optimum Health by Michael Crupain, M.D., MP.H. In this innovative cookbook, Dr. Michael Crupain, a physician and nutritionist, contends that we don't have to eat a restrictive diet to live better. healthier, and longer lives. Dr. Crupain's book includes 75 recipes that put the focus on. the five food groups that will keep us living our best lives, warding off illness, and extending our lives without sacrificing flavor or our favorites. The foundations for his recipes then are these five key food groups-whole grains, seafood, nuts, seeds, and fruits and vegetables--and he proves that eating from the "power five" means that food doesn't need to taste bad and that we can still eat our pasta, breads, and dessert!
Upcoming Events:
Preschool Story Hour, Wednesdays 10:15 AM. Stories, music, movement & crafts for ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Preschool Play Cafe, in lieu of Story Hour on Wednesday, November 22, December 27 and January 3 at 10:15 A.M. An unstructured social meetup with toys for ages 0-5 and coffee/tea for their parents & caregivers.
Game Night AND Movies & Popcorn, December 27th, the last Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. We'll have fresh popcorn and a movie during game night! All ages are welcome!
First Thursday Book Club 2023, December 7, 2023, 12 NOON-1 PM. Join others to chat about what you have been reading or to get suggestions from others. *Please, bring a batch of cookies to exchange if attending the Dec. 7th meeting!
Stitch Together, Thursdays, November 16-December 21 at 6:00 PM. Join us to socialize while crocheting or knitting! No formal instruction is provided, but peer-to-peer support & troubleshooting is encouraged!
Lego at the Library, Fridays 3:00-4:30 PM. Build & create with our Lego & Duplo collections! All ages are welcome (but parents are responsible for preventing choking risks for small children)! Donations of gently-used Legos are greatly appreciated!
Ewert Music Studio Recital, Saturday, December 2nd at 5:00 PM, during Christmas in the Village. Enjoy beautiful music played by the talented students of Roxane Ewert!
Holiday Card Craft & Face-Painting, Saturday, December 2nd 4-6:00 PM. During Christmas in the Village, stop in to create holiday cards that will bring cheer to residents of Blueberry Hill Assisted Living in Lawton. Erica Watts will be offering face-painting & we’ll have fresh popcorn while supplies last!