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Nutmeg Book Chat with Snacks (Grades 1-3)
Monday, March 25
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Let's meet at the Library to chat and snack while we talk about the Elementary School Nutmeg Nominee Books. You do not have to have read any of the books before the program; there will be copies of all the books available for children to checkout. In April, everyone will be able to vote on their favorite Nutmeg Nominee. FYI: The Connecticut Nutmeg Book Award invites students in grades 2-12 to read quality literature and to choose their favorite from a list of nominated titles. Snacks will include often-allergy-friendly MadeGood Organic Gluten Free Crispy Squares Vanilla. To see and place holds on the current Elementary School Nutmeg Nominee Books click here. Questions or if the event is marked "full" please email Lisa at Lisa@marktwainlibrary.org Registration Required
MTL Youth Chess Club (Recommended for Grades 4-8) IN PERSON Program
Monday, March 25
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Registration recommended; drop-ins welcome. We invite young chess players and chess enthusiasts to participate in our newly launched Youth Chess Club. No prior chess knowledge is required; all levels of experience are welcome to participate! The library will provide chess boards and pieces for all to use. While this program is recommended for grade 5-8, older teen players are welcome too! About our facilitator: Matthew Shirvell (aka Coach Matt) is an avid chess player who has been teaching chess in Connecticut for over 6 years. He has competed in USCF tournaments across the country, worked as a tournament director to run some of the largest events in the state, and has helped his students reach their goals. Recently, in January 2023, one of his students earned sole 1st place in a USCF event with a perfect score! The club will meet every Monday, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. except on holidays or as otherwise noted. Program contact: Sarah Zimmermann (sarah@marktwainlibrary.org), Teen and Reference Librarian
Adult Chess Club (In-person)
Monday, March 25
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Registration Recommended, See Below We invite all adult chess players and chess enthusiasts to participate in our newly launched, weekly Adult Chess Club. No prior chess knowledge is required; all levels of experience are welcome to participate! The library will provide chess boards and pieces for all to use. As space is limited, we recommend participants register for each program that they plan to attend. About our facilitator: Matthew Shirvell (aka Coach Matt) is an avid chess player who has been teaching chess in Connecticut for over 6 years. He has competed in USCF tournaments across the country, worked as a tournament director to run some of the largest events in the state, and has helped his students reach their goals. Recently, in January 2023, one of his students earned sole 1st place in a USCF event with a perfect score!