When your public library’s new Children’s Programmer has a background in physical education, you’ll see things like volleyball, badminton, and weightlifting on the calendar.
Erin Bell with the Weyburn Public Library, who was trained as a Phys Ed teacher, said she was inspired by the resources available.
“I looked at what was in the storage room and what I could offer for kids to do that was different than arts and crafts,” she shared. “So in September we did volleyball and badminton, and then in October, I believe we are doing Ultimate Football and Ultimate Frisbee. Then in November, I’m doing an introduction to weights and yoga. Then December is a surprise, we’re going to do some snowshoeing, so I’m really excited about that one.”
She said for the court sports in September they had three group sessions, for families, for juniors (ages six to eight), and for tweens…
