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Many Stories

Summer Reading 2011
at Your Library!
June 15 - August 3

Pick up a reading log at the Information Desk
and complete it by August 31 to win prizes!

And don't forget to attend all these great programs:
Drawing Classes         Storytimes
Stories and Crafts          After Lunch Bunch
and more!


Programs for the Whole Family to Enjoy!
Kickoff: Music and Marimbas from Around the World
Wednesday, June 15, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Each country we visit during Marimbamania! tells its own unique story of the marimba and its importance to their culture.  This interactive program will include music from Mexico, West Africa, Germany, Japan, and more.
An event for all ages; drop-ins welcome.


Harry Potter Party
Friday, July 8, 11 a.m - 12 p.m or 2 - 3 p.m.
The final Harry Potter movie comes out July 15!  We’re celebrating with games and crafts - and we want you to join us!
For grades 1-5; registration is required.  
Register for only one of the sessions.


Belly Dance Seminar
Monday, July 18, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Local dance studio Rhythm Fusion Dance Company will teach some basics of this ancient exotic dance. Have fun and get exercise while learning shakes, drops, and pops.
Ages 8 through adult are welcome.
Registration is required.


Wildlife Safari
Wednesday, July 27, 6 - 7 p.m.
Nelson “The Animal Guy” swings by the library with a menagerie of animals from around the world!  What cool creature will you meet?
An event for all ages: drop-ins welcome.


Finale: Cirque Amongus
Wednesday, August 3, 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Get ready to clap and cheer as the Cirque Amongus troupe performs circus acts from around the world. You’ll be laughing out loud, out of your seat, and sometimes part of the act!

An event for all ages; drop-ins welcome.



Fun for Preschool and Younger!
Storytimes with Miss Holly
Moving-right-along stories, music, and coloring activities for children preschool-aged and younger with caretaker.
Registration is required and begins two weeks before each storytime session.

Wednesdays, 10:15 - 10:45 or 11 - 11:30 am

June 22      Cars
June 29      Trucks
July 6          Bicycles
July 13        Trains
July 20        Walking
July 27        Boats



Kids in K-2 will Love these Activities!
Stories and Crafts with Miss Barb
A road rally of stories and projects for children in grades K-2. Parents or caretakers must remain in the library building while their children are participating in this program.
Registration is required and begins two weeks before each activity session.

Thursdays, 10:15 - 11:15 am

June 23     Up in the Air
June 30     Down by the Sea
July 7         On the Road Again
July 14       Keep on Truckin'
July 21       Out of this World
July 28       Away We Go!



Grades 3-5 Enjoy Games and Things! 

After Lunch Bunch with Miss Jennie
Around-the-world crafts, games, and storytelling for grades 3-5. Each week we will focus on a different fairy tale from around the world.  Parents or caretakers must remain in the library building while their children are participating in this program.
Registration is required and begins two weeks before each activity session.

Thursdays, 1 - 2 pm

June 23     Chinese Cinderella
June 30     Rumpelstiltskin
July 7         Love and Roast Chicken
July 14       Goha the Wise Fool
July 21       Greek Myths
July 28       Firebird



Drawing Classes for All Skill Levels!
Drawing Classes with Mr. Mike
Preschool and Kindergarten:
Have fun learning how to draw!  Children must have experience coloring.  Parents or caretakers must remain in the library building while their children are participating in this program.
Registration is required and begins two weeks before each class.

Fridays, 10:15 - 11 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

June 17
July 1
July 15
July 29

For grades 1-5:
Come learn drawing techniques while creating your own masterpiece.  Parents or caretakers must remain in the library building while their children are participating in this program.
Registration is required and begins two weeks before each class.

Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. 

June 21
June 28
July 5
July 12
July 19
July 26