Storytimes near Bent Northrop Memorial Library

Unearth your creativity and tell a whole story using exactly two sentences! Whether it's silly, inspiring, or mysterious, share your best original micro-tale for a chance to win fun prizes and see your work featured.<b> </b>Winners in four age categories (4-8, 9-12, 13-17, and adult) will win gift cards and event swag. Pick up a submission form at the library.<br><br><li><strong>Length:</strong> Exactly two sentences, with a 400 character limit.</li><li><strong>Originality:</strong> Submissions must be written entirely by the participant.</li><li><strong>Disqualification:</strong> Stories that do not follow the two-sentence rule or that contain inappropriate/illegal content will be removed from judging.</li>

BNML is collaborating with the Parent Child Center of NCSS's Heart Program for this wonderful offering. Join Molly, a perinatal mental health counselor and yoga teacher, and Lauren, a postpartum doula and infant massage educator, for a free parent and baby yoga class! This class is post-partum friendly and open to all levels of yoga, including complete beginners! It's an inclusive space when breastfeeding, diaper changes, and snack time are all welcome. Drop-ins welcome. No need to pre-register. Worried about a "fussy" baby? We've got your back! Lauren will be on deck to bounce babies and calm down little ones so that you can practice. Send any questions to lauren.mangis@nmss.org.

We'll welcome folks of all ages during our normal Storytime as we host Linda Bassick with music and fun!  She'll delight us with family-friendly sing-along tunes from 10:30-11:00, and then we'll have a craft and snack. Sponsored by the Parent Child Center.

<strong>Join Zoom Meeting:</strong>  <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81343649772?pwd=US9SeFZKY1RXNit6bzFVMlF6V0RDUT09" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81343649772?pwd=US9SeFZKY1RXNit6bzFVMlF6V0RDUT09</a><br><strong>Meeting ID:</strong> 813 4364 9772<br><strong>Passcode: </strong>221504

Join us for playgroup on the third Saturday of each month!  This is a great opportunity for unstructured play and social time for kids and caregivers.  All ages welcome!

Join us to make an open terrarium and build your own beautiful piece of living decor. You'll choose from an array of plants, moss, stones and decorative elements to personalize your whimsical and natural creation. Ages 13 to adult. Please register by calling 802-827-3945 or at https://forms.gle/Fg9BmgvM8HrMkPft7. Sponsored by the Friends of BNML.

Free play until 10:30ish then stories & songs, a craft, and a snack.  Geared toward children from 0-6, along with their parents or caregivers. Sponsored by The Parent Child Center of NCSS.

Adults and students are welcome to come and play or watch to learn! We have boards and a couple of learning sets, but feel free to bring your own. There&#39;s no formal instruction, but we&#39;ve found group members to be helpful to beginners.

Meet other folks who love photography, no matter your skill level or equipment used!! Share friendly advice and inspiration, helpful tips, tricks, and techniques. Meet us online on the 4th Monday of each month and embark on a journey of creativity, learning, and shared passion.<br><br><strong>Join Zoom Meeting:<br><a href="https://zoom.us/j/94593938446?pwd=cE5vei9VdnE5ZDlvVUtNajVMbVJyZz09" target="_blank">https://zoom.us/j/94593938446?pwd=cE5vei9VdnE5ZDlvVUtNajVMbVJyZz09</a><br><br>Meeting ID: 945 9393 8446<br>Passcode: 311344<br>​<br>Find your local number: <a href="https://zoom.us/u/adhQWsmOLo" target="_blank">https://zoom.us/u/adhQWsmOLo</a></strong>

<p dir="ltr">The Franklin County Beekeepers meet at BNML on the fourth Thursday of every month. Whether folks keep bees or not, all are always welcome to come and learn! There’s no membership fee or registration required.</p>