Urban fiction authors Darrell King (Dirty South and Mo Dirty) and James Tanner (Diary of a Thug) will visit Lamond-Riggs Library on January 11 at 6:30 p.m. Come hear these authors read from their gritty tales and explain how they use real life to craft their books.
My family has been celebrating Kwanzaa for a little over 15 years now: Homemade gifts. Libations to my ancestors. Candle lighting! and good ole healthy soul food. When I talk about Kwanzaa, people often ask many questions or have a lot of preconceived ideas about the celebration.
So what exactly is Kwanzaa?
Kwanzaa is a holiday created by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966 based upon the the African tradition of celebrating the harvesting of the first fruits. Kwanzaa is a time of reflecting, reassessing, recommitting and rejoicing--and giving special reverence for the creator and creation and commemorating the past.
Kwanzaa is celebrated for seven days: Dec. 26 to Jan 1. The seven days are based upon the Nguzo Saba (seven principles) with each day being symbolic of one of the principles.
Seven Principles of Kwanzaa
This year I decided that I would celebrate my Thanksgiving holiday by being green!
I chose not to fly to Grandma's house and to do away with the traditional turkey. My family and I opted for a vegetarian dinner (except for the one steak that my hubby demanded). We bought vegetables that were for the most part locally and/or organically grown. We opted not to use any disposable plates, cups, utensils, etc.
We also limited the amount of electricity that we used by using natural sunlight and taking a walk instead of watching television. We played board and card games that were borrowed. I also did not burn any candles (I'm a candleholic!) but opted to open windows and to let in fresh air.
What can you do have a green Christmas?
Coffee, Java, Joe, Brew, ...whatever you like to call it! Come and enjoy a cup on us while discussing current events and great books. Lamond Riggs Library is hosting it's first meeting for the Senior Coffee and Chat on Friday, Nov 5, 2010 at 1pm. For more information call us at 202-541-6255
The Lamond-Riggs Library will be collecting new, gently used, clean, hats, gloves and scarves for children ages 1 to 13. Hand-knitted items are welcomed.
The items will be donated to the Center for Creative Nonviolence Shelter for Women. The collection will begin November 1, 2010, and end February 28, 2011. For more information, call Ms. Jackson at 202-541-5924.
Bonjour! Come explore France through stories, songs, and arts and crafts
on Wednesday, October 13, at 10:30 a.m.. Ages 3-5. Snacks will be
served.
Here are two books that will be shared:
For more information on other venues that are hosting similar events, visit the Kid's Euro Festival website.
Calling all ghosts, goblins, and witches-Come celebrate Halloween at the Lamond Riggs Public Library on Thursday, October 28, 2010 at 6:30pm. Hear spooky stories, paint your own pumpkin, and eat scary treats. Wear your Halloween costume because the best Halloween costume will win a prize!
Now that fall has officially arrived...share these great fall books with your child.
1. Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert
http://catalog.dclibrary.org/vufind/Record/ocm55131559
2. It's Pumpkin Time by Zoe Hall
http://catalog.dclibrary.org/vufind/Record/u186072
3. Red are the Apples
http://catalog.dclibrary.org/vufind/Record/ocm41002655
4. Nuts to You by Lois Ehlert
http://catalog.dclibrary.org/vufind/Record/u143808
5. Who Loves The Fall by Bob Raczka
http://catalog.dclibrary.org/vufind/Record/ocm79860341
What is early literacy? Helping your child get ready to learn to read.
What are 10 ways that DC Public Library can help you get your child ready to read?
1. Sign up your child for a library card.
2. Read to your child daily.
3. Visit the library for story hour programs/family programs.
4. Ask your child to tell you what happened in the stories that you read to them.
5. Check out CDs and DVDs with children's songs and stories.
6. Participate in the Summer Reading program.
7. Visit your library often!
8. Ask the librarian to direct you to alphabet, counting and books with shapes.
9. Sign up for one of our Mother Goose on the Loose programs.
10. Turn off the television and visit your local library to use our Early Literacy Station.
