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We want to thank you all for reading with us this summer. We know that, like much of the world right now, the summer reading program was completely different. So, thank you to all of our wonderful patrons for sticking with us and continuing to dig deeper and imagine your story through the love of reading.
With your help we have logged 606,114 minutes read this summer by our 545 readers. Stay tuned to see what we have in store for our fall programming. Until then, keep reading, keep crafting, and we will see you soon!
Adult Exploration- Most of us use aluminum foil on the daily. Today, Ms. Gretchen is going to show us how to use it to make art. Be sure to share yours with us in the comments below.
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We’ve all seen the planes flying over our heads here at McConnell. Have you ever been in one? On today’s Out & About McConnell, Ms. Gretchen and Ms. Becca visit the 350th and get up close and personal with the KC-135. What was your favorite part? Don't forget Thursday is your last day to add minutes to your Summer Reading account in Beanstack!
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Teen Quest Wednesday! You’ve heard of origami, but check this out. This paper folding technique looks to be quite the challenge. Are you up for it? Show us your creation in the comments below. Don't forget Thursday is your last day to add minutes to your Summer Reading account in Beanstack!
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New Binge box available! Check out our latest New Release box. Head in to the library to claim it now!
Hey Pre-Readers! Do you have fun coloring on white boards? How about a giant one?! Give this a try. What did you draw?
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Congrats to Alisa Norlin, our fourth winner of our Summer Reading prize drawing. You’ve won 2 tickets to the Sedgwick County Zoo!
School Age Adventures! Let’s stretch our legs! Head out on a walk in your neighborhood and complete this scavenger hunt. Which item did you find the most of?
Check out the schedule below for our last week of virtual programs. Remember, if you would like a supply bag, follow the QR codes to sign up for one. Also, if you’ve logged minutes, be sure to stop on into the library and pick up your weekly prize.
Weird hoaxes, unbelievable hoaxes, and strange hoaxes that you won't believe anyone bought. Which one surprised you the most?
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49 Hoaxes People Actually Believed - mental_floss on YouTube (Ep.12)
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Hoaxes, hoaxes, and more hoaxes that people actually believed. Weird hoaxes, unbelievable hoaxes, and strange hoaxes that you won't believe anyone bought. Th...Have you ever walked that red path that leads around base? It’s called the Memorial Walk and on this week’s Out & About McConnell, Ms. Gretchen & Ms. Becca are taking us on that path. Check it out!
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Time to get your sneakers on and get ready for a hopscotch challenge! This challenge is fun to play with family members. Were you able to complete the whole sequence?
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We apologize for the mistake yesterday. Congrats to Ann Taylor, our third winner of our Summer Reading prize drawing. You’ve won 2 tickets to the Sedgwick County Zoo!
Hello, friends! Today is a great day to get our wiggles out. Use the list below to spell out your name and complete the exercises. This is a great way to stay healthy! Which exercise was the most fun?
Rooooaaarrr! Today’s School Age Adventure finds us making monster planters! Show us your monsters in the comments below.
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Check out the schedule below for this week’s virtual programs. Remember, if you would like a supply bag, follow the QR codes to sign up for one. Also, if you’ve logged minutes, be sure to stop on into the library and pick up your weekly prize.
On today’s Adult Adventure Ms. Gretchen is showing us how to make a Magic Folding Cube. These are awesome to use to display family pictures on. If you’d like us to make your photos into stickers for you, call 316-759-4207 or message on our Facebook page and make an appointment with Ms. Gretchen or Ms. Becca. Show us yours in the comments below. Also, don’t forget to update your reading logs as we will draw another winner on Monday!
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Ms. Gretchen and Ms. Becca are Out & About McConnell again. Today you can catch them at the base Veterinary Clinic. Let’s watch as Luna the puppy has her very first checkup! What was your favorite part? Share below!
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On today's Teen Quest, join us as we make shrinky dinks. Show us your creation in the comments below.
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