TAG: puzzles
New Stay Sharp Kits Include Supportive Activities to Help Reduce Memory Loss
Posted in Explore and Discover, News on April 12, 2023 at 6:00 am
We recently added Stay Sharp Kits to our collection. Stay Sharp Kits are designed to be used with individuals who are experiencing memory loss or other cognitive issues related to dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other memory disorders. They’re also great for anyone who wants to improve their short-term memory and overall mental speed. Each k […]
Tags: acuity, adults, Alzheimers, books, brain, caregiver, dementia, family, games, kits, memory loss, mental, mental health, puzzles, short-term memory, speed
23 Library Programs to Try Out in March – Surprise Yourself!
Posted in News on February 14, 2023 at 6:00 am
March programs offer ways for you to explore activities and hobbies that are creative and fun as well as workshops with help and information for financial education, including tax aide, the Working Families Tax Credit, and Medicare. Other library programs you can attend include these topics of interest: gardening, genealogy, health and well-being, […]
Tags: adults, art, author talks, book club, business, creativebug, financial education, games, gardening, genealogy, health, learning circle, library programs, live music, Medicare, memory cafe, music, Online SCLD Authors Series, parents, puzzles, reading, small business, Spanish programs, tax aide, tax credit, well-being, yoga, zumba
We Love Puzzles: A Library vs Library Challenge, Plus Swaps, Books & History
Posted in Explore and Discover, News on January 26, 2023 at 4:00 am
By Abra Cole I come from a long line of puzzlers (people who enjoy puzzles). Growing up, we played with simple shapes with wooden knob handles that we clumsily assembled. As we grew older, the complex puzzles with 1000+ pieces became the standard. Most holidays and family gatherings still include at least one epic puzzle […]
Tags: adults, books, community, jigsaw puzzles, kids, library challenge, parents, puzzles, teens, tweens
Stepping into the New Year with Art Show Submissions, Great Author Talks & Loads to Explore
Posted in News on December 14, 2022 at 6:00 am
You can start 2023 by exploring new things and honing your skills at the library. Express your creativity with a submission to our art show. Try out a family book discussion. Check out video magic using a green screen. Tackle your unfinished crafts with the encouragement of other pro-craft-inators. And that’s just the start! Check […]
Tags: 3D printing, adults, art, art show, author talks, authors, Bachata, book discussion, business, crafts, family, games, glowforge, kids, LEGO, Medicare, parents, programs, puzzles, reading, SCLD Online Authors Series, STEAM, STEM, story time, teens, tweens
Brain Stimulating Activities for Dementia & Alzheimer’s & Helpful Resources for Caregivers
Posted in Explore and Discover on September 1, 2021 at 6:00 am
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. So, this seems like an apropos time to examine how we can stave off Alzheimer’s and all the other disorders that fall under the umbrella term of dementia. Here are some ideas for using the library’s digital and physical resources to help with brain-stimulating exercises and activities. […]
Tags: adults, Alzheimers, books, brain games, caregivers, creativebug, dementia, digital resources, forgetting, Gale, gale courses, games, neurocognitive disorders, puzzles, resources, riddles, self-care
Let’s play: Indoor winter fun at the library
Posted in Explore and Discover, kids, Parents and Teachers on January 24, 2019 at 10:00 am
By Gwendolyn Haley The library is a great place to visit in the winter! No really, it’s true! Every week, we have Play & Learn Storytimes for families with children ages 0–5. For older kids, we have regularly scheduled LEGO Clubs, STEM programs, and other activities. And even when we don’t have a formal program […]
Tags: activities, blocks, building blocks, creativity, imagination, Imagination Playground, indoor play, kids, learning, LEGO, library, parents, play, play games, puzzles, scavenger hunt, STEM, storytime
