Burlington Public Library News And Events

The following was submitted by the Burlington Public Library:

Adult Programs

(In-Person Program) Sarah Prager Author Visit – Monday, October 4 at 7pm Sarah Prager is an advocate for queer history education particularly for youth. HarperCollins published her first book, Queer, There, and Everywhere: 23 People Who Changed the World, in May 2017, which was named an official selection of the Junior Library Guild, received five award nominations, and was named a Best Book for Teens 2017 by New York Public Library and Chicago Public Library. Learn the unknown history of some familiar historical figures!

This talk is open to adults and students in middle school and high school. Preregistration is appreciated.

(Virtual Program) BPL Chess Club – Tuesday, October 5 at 7pm

Test your skills with a friendly afternoon of virtual chess. Join us on Zoom and play on your computer or mobile device as we bring the BPL Chess Club online using lichess.org. Play single games against other players or join the 50-minute tournament. Registration is required. For more information on the event and to register, visit our Programs calendar at www.burlingtonpubliclibrary.org

(Hybrid Program) Great Decisions – Teusdays starting October 5 at 11am

The Library will host Great Decisions an 8-week discussion series focusing on world affairs. Join others in discussing the hottest topics impacting our world today. Participation can be in person or virtually attended. For more information and to register, visit our Programs calendar at www.burlingtonpubliclibrary.org
October 5 - Global Supply Chains and US National Security
October 12 - The Future of Persian Gulf Security
October 19 - Brexit: Taking Stock and Looking Ahead
October 26 - The Coldest War: Toward a Return to Great Power Competition in the Arctic?
November 2 - China and Africa
November 9 - The Two Koreas
November 16 - The World Health Organization's Response to Covid-19
November 23 - The End of Globalization?

(Virtual Program) Smart Women Love Money: 5 Simple, Life-Changing Rules of Investing - Thursday, October 7 at 7 pm

Discover how to invest in your financial future with five simple rules that cut through the unnecessarily complex jargon of Wall Street. Learn how to talk about and manage your own investing so that you're in better control of your money and future. Presented by Alice Finn, author of Smart Women Love Money: 5 Simple, Life-Changing Rules of Investing. Ms. Finn is a nationally renowned wealth management expert, who has been repeatedly named by Worth Magazine as one of the Top 100 Wealth Advisers in the United States.

Presented in collaboration with the Burlington Public Library, the Flint Memorial Library and the Wilmington Memorial Library. For more information on the events and to register, visit our Programs calendar at www.burlingtonpubliclibrary.org

Youth Services Programs

This week we have our four regularly scheduled storytimes. Additionally, we have a book themed program for teens and children and a special Saturday afternoon puppet show. There is a videogame program for teens as well as the second meeting of the SoJust Club for middle school students. For more information on the events and to register, visit our Programs calendar at www.burlingtonpubliclibrary.org

Programs

Middle School SoJust Club – Wednesday, October 6 th at 3pm

A social justice club empowering tweens to tackle tough topics and use their voice to make a difference in their community through education and service. Snacks served. Open to middle school students in 6th - 8th grade.

Registration appreciated.

Rick Riordan Book Party: Daughter of the Deep – Thursday, October 7 th at 4pm

Best for grades 3-8.

Celebrate the new book Daughter of the Deep with some fun themed activities and a chance to win a copy of the new book. Registration opens one week before the event.

Teen Event: Smash Brothers Videogame Tournament – Friday, October 8 th at 3:30pm

Students in 6th - 12th grade can join us for a videogame tournament on the Nintendo Switch. This month's game is Smash Brothers!

Registration is required and begins October 1st .

Pumpernickel Puppets Show – Saturday, October 9 th at 1pm John from Pumpernickel Puppets will put on Bugsy and Friends for us! Registration for this event opens on

Saturday, October 2 nd . This event will be inside the library.

Storytimes

Baby Storytime (Birth-18 Months) - Mondays at 10:30am

For caregivers with children ages birth–18 months.

Delight and stimulate your baby’s senses with books, songs and puppets!

Toddler Storytime - Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30am

For caregivers with children ages 18-36 months.

Interact with your toddler to nurture a love of books.

Afternoon Storytime – Tuesdays at 3:30pm

Best for ages 3-8.

If you can't join us for storytime in the mornings, you can enjoy stories, songs, and fun in the afternoons!

Preschool Storytime – Wednesdays at 11am

For caregivers with children ages 3-6 years.

Help your preschooler get ready to read! Enjoy stories together!

Please note: Caregivers are expected to stay with children during all storytime sessions.