FALL 2021 ACTIVITY GUIDE FALL 2021 ACTIVITY GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS PUBLIC LIBRARY ACTIVITIES FITNESS FACILITIES 17 NEA BIG READ NACOGDOCHES 3 ADULT RECEATION ACTIVITIES 18 FAMILY EVENTS 3 ADULT SPORTS 21 MOVIE NIGHTS 6 HISTORIC SITES FUN TIMES FOR TWEENS/TEENS 6 MUSEUMS & ACTIVITIES 22 LIBRARY ADULT ACTIVITIES 8 CLUBBING AT THE LIBRARY 12 CONTACTS CITY FACILITY RENTAL 24 RECREATION CENTER ACTIVITES YOUTH RECREATION ACTIVITIES 13 CAMPS 17 Nacogdoches Public Library 1112 North Street 936-559-2970 Monday through Thursday - 9:00am - 8:00pm Friday - 9:00am - 6:00pm Saturday - 10:00am - 2:00pm Nacogdoches Public Library 2 NEA Big Read Nacogdoches This is the fifth year for the annual campaign aimed at reaching citizens where they live, work and play. As a community we all read one book at the same time every year and share our questions, interpretations and understanding. This year we will read The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. Free copies in English and Span- ish are available at the library and other locations. October kicks off a month-long series of events in partnership with local organizations, and made possible through a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and Arts Midwest. In addition to conventional book discussions, programs such as exhibits, classes, film screenings, and more will be offered for all ages and interests. We will also provide related reading suitable for younger readers, as well as teaching materials for teachers and book club leaders. Our goal is to reach a diverse readership, generate excitement about reading and community, and inspire new and different ways to experience and understand literature. NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. All library programs are free, however, some require advance registration. Registration may be done in person, by telephone or online through our website. Family Events Special Maker Camp Event: Magic Treehouse (NEA Big Read) DATE: September 30 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: 7 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Join us for a special Magic Treehouse-themed Maker Camp! Enjoy STEAM-cen- tered activities inspired by one of our favorite book series, as well as this year’s NEA Big Read book, The House on Mango Street. National Night Out (NEA Big Read) DATE: October 5 TIME: 6pm-8pm AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. No registration. Join NPL along with the Nacogdoches Police Department for their annual Na- tional Night Out. Engage in community-building and celebrate neighborhood camaraderie with games, crafts and a bite to eat. Seed Swap (NEA Big Read) DATE: October 9 TIME: 2:00pm AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. No registration. Bring seeds and swap them out for some from the library’s Seed Library. It’s always nice to plant something new! 3 “I Am From” Poetry Writing Workshop at Cosmic Debris Gallery (NEA Big Read) DATE: October 9 TIME: 12:00pm AGES: 7 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Anyone can be a poet! Join us at Cosmic Debris Gallery downtown with writer Jane Webb Childress as she guides you through your very own personalized poem. Clothing Swap (NEA Big Read) DATE: October 23 TIME: 4:00pm - 8:00pm AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. No registration. Join us along with Resilient Nacogdoches and switch out your lightly used clothes for a whole new wardrobe! Exchange lightly used clothes, shoes, and accessories you no longer need or wear. Items may be brought to the library one day in advance. Día de los Muertos Fiesta (NEA Big Read) DATE: November 6 TIME: 4:00pm - 8:00pm AGES: All REGISTRATION: Free. No registration. Join us downtown on the square for a colorful cultural event that has become a Nacogdoches tradition. Storytime DATE: Wednesdays TIME: 10:00am AGES: 12 years & younger REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Join us for stories, songs, and all kinds of silliness every Wednesday morning! Each participant will receive a take-home craft to enjoy from home. Cuentos en Español FECHA: sábados en septiembre y octubre TIEMPO: 11:00am EDADES: 12 años o menor INSCRIPCIÓN: Gratis. Regístrate a través de Eventbrite. Disfruta de los cuentos en inglés y español. 4 Maker Camp DATES: Thursdays beginning September 9 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: 7 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. For those interested in DIY, making, creating, crafting, hacking, tinkering, and learning. Join us for STEAM-themed crafts and activities! Texas Book Festival Book Unveiling Party! DATE: September 1 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. No registration. The Texas Book Festival recently awarded our library a $2500 grant for graphic novels, large print books, and youth fiction books. Join us for the unveiling of the books. Enjoy some book-themed snacks. Escape Your Bubble: The Chronicles of Narnia DATE: November 11-13 TIME: Multiple time slots AGES: 10 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Bring your “bubble” of family or friends (no more than 10 in a group) and solve puzzles and challenges together. Can you escape the land of Narnia? Toy Party Sleepover DATE: December 3 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and help them prepare for a sleepover at the library with a fun activity! Leave your stuffie overnight and library staff will document all of the silly, sleepover fun toys can have. Escape Your Bubble: Indiana Jones DATE: December 9-11 TIME: Multiple time slots AGES: 10 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite Bring your “bubble” of family or friends (no more than 10 in a group) and solve archaeological puzzles and challenges together. 5 Mock Gingerbread House Decorating DATE: December 21 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. We’ve taken the gingerbread house tradition and added a twist: build and dec- orate a graham cracker house for a holiday-themed craft event! Movie Nights Coco at Festival Park (NEA Big Read) DATE: October 15 TIME: 6:00pm AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Come hang out at Festival Park for an outdoor showing of Pixar’s Coco. Come early to enjoy food from local food trucks and stake out your spot! This movie is rated PG. Sponsored by: Nacogdoches Junior Forum. The Polar Express DATE: December 17 TIME: 6:00pm AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Join the library and our friends from Nacogdoches Historic Sites for a showing and celebration of The Polar Express. Come early and join Ms. Emily at 5:00pm for a short Storytime and reading of the book. Naturally, hot chocolate and sweet treats will be provided! This movie is rated G. Fun Times for Tweens/Teens Maker Pro: Soldering DATE: September 8 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Learn how to solder electronic components and make your own light-up pin. 6 Name Jewelry (NEA Big Read) DATE: October 6 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Represent your personality through jewelry. We’ll use charms and easy tech- niques to create fun jewelry in several styles. Special Maker Pro Event: Miniature Houses (NEA Big Read) DATE: Thursdays in October TIME: 5:30pm AGES:10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Each week in October will be a new topic that builds on the previous week. Week 1: Building the Structure, Week 2: Polymer Clay Miniatures, Week 3: Miniature Textiles & Furniture, Week 4: Landscaping. Presented by the SFA Art Department. Doodle and Washi Tape Name Art (NEA Big Read) DATE: October 23 TIME: 1:00pm AGES 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Who doesn’t love creating with washi tape? We have tons of styles to choose from, as well as instructions on how to turn your name into art. Candy Sushi DATE: November 13 TIME: 1:00pm AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Make delicious and eye-fooling creations that you can share (or eat all by your- self)! Maker Pro: Wearable Circuits DATE: December 1 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Learn to wire and light up wearable fabric creations that can be applied to clothing or jewelry. 7 Library Adult Activities Where Were You? Remembering the Events of 9/11 DATE: September 10 TIME: 6:00pm AGES: 18 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Please join us as we share our memories of where we were as the tragic events of 9/11 unfolded. Our discussion will also focus on the themes of hospitality and kindness found in the book, The Day the World Came to Town, by Jim DeFede. Learn to Make: Food Trends DATE: September 14 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: 18 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Everything looks easy on Instagram! We will take a look at internet “food hacks” and see if they really work. Adult Art Series: Felting DATE: September 22 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: 18 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Learn the basics of 2D & 3D felting to create one of a kind fiber art projects. Perfect for novice felters. Keynote Panel Discussion (NEA Big Read) DATE: October 5 TIME: 5:30pm AGES: 18 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Join Dr. Leslie Cecil with SFA’s Anthropology Department, Dr. Kenneth Untiedt with SFA’s English Department, Dr. Gabriela Miranda-Recinos with SFA’s Lan- guages Department, and Dr. José Neftalí Recinos, also with SFA’s Languages Department, as they discuss The House on Mango Street and invite audience participation. 8 Red High Heels: Consent in The House on Mango Street (NEA Big Read) DATE: October 8 TIME: 6:00pm AGES: 18 years & up REGISTRATION: Free.