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Youth Services Glow Up

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If you have visited Youth Services in the past month, you have probably noticed some changes; most notably, a visit from the Carpet Fairy and some furniture rearranging!

The Carpet Fairy brought in new carpet and extended it all the way around Play ‘n Learn to enlarge the space for more activities and fun! To keep the carpet for play, the Youth Services Desk was moved onto the floor across from the Picture Book section.

Some of our collections moved, too! We are constantly adding new books and we wanted to highlight them. Now you will see a shelf of new materials right when you walk into Youth Services. Other collections such as Holiday, Early Readers and Read-Alongs have moved too; please ask a staff member to help find your favorites.

 

We hope you like our new set up and the expanded Play ‘n Learn! Please stop on in, try it out, and tell us what you think.

Cheers!

A woman of Native American descent with black hair and a round face, wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Kelly K

Celebrate Culture and Courage with Jessie Taken Alive-Rencountre

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Join us on Saturday, November 2, at 10:30 a.m. in the Riverview Room for a special One Book, One Community event – Storytelling with Jessie Taken Alive-Rencountre: A Journey in Pride, Culture, and Courage . Author Jessie Taken Alive-Rencountre, a Hunkpapa Lakota from the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, will share her powerful children’s book, Thunder’s Hair. This inspiring story explores the significance of long hair in Lakota culture and encourages children to embrace their heritage and take pride in who they are.

During the event, Jessie will read from Thunder’s Hair, share the inspiration behind the story, and dive into important cultural teachings woven into the book. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of Lakota history, the importance of long hair, and a sense of pride and empowerment to be “modern-day warriors” in their own lives by helping those around them.

 This event is recommended for children and their families, but all are welcome! Registration is required, so be sure to reserve your spot today.

For more information or to register, visit www.ecpubliclibrary.info/onebook or call 715-839-5007.

Jessie Taken Alive-Rencountre has spent 15 years as a school counselor, and she uses her experiences in education and her Lakota heritage to inform her writing. She was awarded the Great Plains Emerging Tribal Writer’s Award for her first children’s book, Pet’a Shows Misun the Light. To date, Jessie has written seven children’s books, with more in progress. Her passion lies in helping people recognize their value and use their unique talents to create stronger communities for future generations.

This event is co-sponsored by: Wisconsin Humanities, Mayo Clinic Health System, Friends of the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, and Chippewa Valley Museum.

Katie H

Science Theatre—Fun with Liquid Nitrogen!

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Visit the library on October 18 at 1:30pm for special presentation Science Theatre—Fun with Liquid Nitrogen!

Have you ever wondered what happens to everyday materials when they get REALLY cold?  Let’s explore the fascinating world of ultra-cold experiments by dunking different objects (balloon, banana, racquetball, etc.) into liquid nitrogen!

Join Dr. Erik Hendrickson, UWEC Physics & Astronomy Professor, for an exciting afternoon of scientific discovery.

Recommended for grades 1-8 and parents/caregivers.

This event is a part of Wisconsin Science Festival. Stay downtown for additional festival events happening at Pablo Center and Children’s Museum:

11:00am-1:00pm: Pablo Center Ready, Set, Science: Family Science Fest Expo!

Staff, robotics teams, and community organizations share their passion for science through exploration stations in the lobby. From robots to art and so much more!

2:30-4:00pm Children’s Museum of Eau Claire

Explore hands-on science experiments and sustainability-focused activities. Science Festival activities are available for free in the museum lobby.

Kelly K

Oct 19: See Author Lori M. Lee!

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Discover the Magic of Hmong Mythology with Author Lori M. Lee!

Join us on Saturday, October 19, from 4-5 p.m. in the Riverview Room for a captivating event with Lori M. Lee, author of the award-winning Pahua and the Soul Stealer. As part of the Chippewa Valley Book Festival, this family-friendly event will explore Hmong mythology and culture, as Lori shares how these rich traditions inspire her beloved fantasy books for young readers.

Lori’s Pahua and the Soul Stealer, a Rick Riordan Presents title, follows 11-year-old Pahua Moua, a Hmong girl with the ability to see spirits. After she accidentally releases an angry spirit, her brother falls into a mysterious coma. With the help of a warrior shaman, Pahua embarks on a journey through the spirit world to save him, discovering her own strength and the deep connections to her culture along the way.

Don’t miss this chance to meet the author behind these magical tales, dive into unfamiliar stories, and see how mythology from around the world connects us all. Stick around after the presentation for a Q&A and book signing!

Registration is required, so make sure to sign up soon! For more information or to register, visit www.ecpubliclibrary.info.

To learn more about the Chippewa Valley Book Festival and other events, visit www.cvbookfest.org.

LORI M. LEE is the author of speculative novels and short stories. Her books include the award-winning Pahua and the Soul Stealer and its sequel Pahua and the Dragon’s Secret. Also, Forest of Souls, Broken Web, Calling of Light, and more. She’s also a contributor to the anthologies A Thousand Beginnings; Endings; and Color Outside the Lines. She considers herself a unicorn fan, enjoys binging TV shows, and loves to write about magic, manipulation, and mayhem.