AT THE LIBRARY: Fun And Games

Forget Your Troubles And Just Play

By Tara Bannon Williamson

Park Hill Librarian

Would you like to play a game?

Games are good for the mind and the soul. Playing together creates connections and often, when we are having fun, we are at our best. I have the privilege of spending an afternoon a week at the Safe Outdoor Site at Park Hill United Methodist Church and was taught a new game by my new friend Kevin. As Kevin explained the rules and we began to play, I briefly forgot my troubles and truly felt lighter.

Focusing on a game or task allows our minds to have a much-deserved break. As you ponder the coming winter, consider coming to the library and/or teaching a new friend a game you love.

The Pauline Robinson branch library at 33rd and Holly is offering After School is Cool with crafts, art and STEM activities for school aged youth. The program happens Thursdays at 4:15 p.m.

Time To Remodel

The Pauline Robinson Branch Library is getting ready for a remodel, and wants community input. Upcoming sessions are planned to allow people to help envision the new space, including building updates and improved spaces for programs. The following in-person sessions have been scheduled at the library, at 33rd and Holly Street. (An RSVP is requested, but not required. Complete the form at bit.ly/3LAfpsb.)

• Saturday, Nov. 6 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• Wednesday, Nov. 10 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Library Crossword

ACROSS

3. The cross streets for the library are Montview and ___.

5. If it’s not non-fiction, it’s ___.

6. Who was the original architect for the Park Hill Library?

DOWN

1. The sculpture Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner is above Park Hill Library’s ___.

2. I am tiny, and you don’t have to bring me back. I am a ___.

4. If you saw the call number 811, you would find ___.

5. Getting a library card is ___.