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Tuesday, July 01, 2008

  Library Center - Storytime.
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Station - Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!.
11:00 am in the Frisco room for ages 2-5.
From glow-in-the-dark fireflies to lucky ladybugs, explore the world of our little neighbors through stories, songs and fun!
Registration starts June 23; call 865-1340.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - The Comic Book Project.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Got comics? Want to create your own? What's YOUR super power? MSU students Kait Richardson and Philip Nolte help you design and write your creative expressions--comic book style.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Guitar Hero Tuesdays.
3:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 6-12.
Are you a true Guitar Hero? Put your skills to the test at the Library. Prizes will be awarded to the top scores at the end of the month.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Fair Grove Branch Library - Picnic in the Park.
5:00 pm for grades 1-6.
Bring a sack lunch and enjoy fun and games at this Fourth of July-themed picnic at the Library.
Call 759-2637.
   

Wednesday, July 02, 2008

  Library Center - Storytime.
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Storytime.
10:00 am for all ages.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Anime Alliance.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Do you love manga and anime? Then here's the club for you. It'll be an anime-zing experience.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - KY3 for Kids Storybreak.
2:00 pm for all ages.
KY3 news, weather and sports personalities read their favorite stories to you. June 4-Ethan Forhetz at the Willard Branch, June 13-Ned Reynolds at the Brentwood Branch, June 23-Lisa Rose at the Library Center, June 30-Marie Saavedra at the Republic Branch, July 2-Steve Grant at the Midtown Carnegie Branch, July 14-Ron Hearst at the Ash Grove Branch, July 29-Brandon Beck at the Library Station, August 4-Dave Snider at the Fair Grove Branch.
Call 862-0135.
   

Thursday, July 03, 2008

  Park Central Branch Library - First Thursday Art Talk.
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Insightful gallery talks from local artists about the work they'll have on display at First Friday Artwalk. Jennifer and Sarah Wolken: Mixed Media Art
Call 831-1342.
   
  Ash Grove Branch Library - Storytime.
11:00 am for all ages.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 751-2933.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - The Comic Book Project.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Got comics? Want to create your own? What's YOUR super power? MSU students Kait Richardson and Philip Nolte help you design and write your creative expressions--comic book style.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Republic Branch Library - Reading Pals.
4:30 pm for grades K-5.
Our friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks need your help--they love a good story but can't read it themselves. Practice your reading skills with these loveable dog friends.
Call 732-7284.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Storytime.
6:30 pm for all ages.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 883-1974.
   

Friday, July 04, 2008

  All Branches - Independence Day.
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All libraries will be closed Friday, July 4, for Independence Day.
   

Saturday, July 05, 2008

  Library Center - Summer Reading Movie Matinee.
2:00 pm in the auditorium.
Cool down at the Library with a movie on the big screen. "James and the Giant Peach," rated PG.
Call 882-0714.
   

Monday, July 07, 2008

  Brentwood Branch Library - Storytime.
9:00 am for infants-23 months.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Library Station - Parenting Playgroup.
9:30 am to 11:15 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
Curious about what other parents are experiencing? Share and learn in this relaxed playgroup. We'll read books, utilize play stations and talk about parenting topics. The schedule for this program is: 9:30-10:15 a.m. for infants-18 months; 10:30-11:15 a.m. for 18-36 months.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Storytime.
10:00 am for ages 2-5.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Play with an Author!.
10:00 am in the upstairs meeting room for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Republic Branch Library - Play with an Author!.
2:00 pm for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
Call 732-7284.
   

Tuesday, July 08, 2008

  Library Center - Storytime.
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Ash Grove Branch Library - Play with an Author!.
10:00 am for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
Call 751-2933.
   
  Library Center - Nonprofit Fundraising: Seven Things You Should Know to Get the Money You Need.
10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Harrison room.
Retired college fundraising vice president and author Wayne E. Groner shows nonprofit staff and volunteers how to be more successful in fundraising. A seminar open to everyone begins at 10 a.m. and individual half-hour consultations begin at noon.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Station - Storytime.
10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Station - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Station - Play with an Author!.
1:00 pm in the Frisco room for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Station - Play with an Author!.
2:00 pm in the Frisco room for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - The Comic Book Project.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Got comics? Want to create your own? What's YOUR super power? MSU students Kait Richardson and Philip Nolte help you design and write your creative expressions--comic book style.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Guitar Hero Tuesdays.
3:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 6-12.
Are you a true Guitar Hero? Put your skills to the test at the Library. Prizes will be awarded to the top scores at the end of the month.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Foreign Film Festival.
6:30 pm in the meeting room.
"The Story of Qiu Ju," rated PG; Mandarin with English subtitles.
Call 883-1974.
   

Wednesday, July 09, 2008

  Library Center - Storytime.
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Storytime.
10:00 am for all ages.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Fair Grove O'Bannon Bank Community Room - Play with an Author!.
11:00 am Fair Grove O'Bannon Bank Community Room for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
   
  Library Center - Book Discussion.
1:00 pm in meeting room A.
"Richistan: A Journey Through the American Wealth Boom and the Lives of the New Rich" by Robert Frank
Call 882-0714.
   
  Fair Grove Branch Library - Book Discussion.
1:30 pm for Adults.
"The Little Heathens: Hard Times and High Spirits on an Iowa Farm During the Great Depression" by Mildred Armstrong Kalish
Call 759-2637.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Play with an Author!.
2:00 pm in the meeting room for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Anime Alliance.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Do you love manga and anime? Then here's the club for you. It'll be an anime-zing experience.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Library Station - Old School Gamers...Wii Want You!.
5:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for 18 and over.
Come test your gaming skills--try out Playstation 3, XBox 360, and Wii.
Call 865-1340.
   

Thursday, July 10, 2008

  Willard Recreation Center - Play with an Author!.
10:00 am Willard Recreation Center for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
   
  Ash Grove Branch Library - Storytime.
11:00 am for all ages.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 751-2933.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Play with an Author!.
1:00 pm in the auditorium for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Ozarks Financial Fitness Club.
1:00 pm.
Homeownership 101. You're a homeowner, now what? Learn how to watch for predatory lending practices, how to maintain your home and what to do if you cannot pay your mortgage.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Republic Branch Library - Book Discussion.
1:30 pm.
"Rash" by Pete Hautman. A 2008-09 Truman Award nominee.
Call 732-7284.
   
  Library Center - Play with an Author!.
2:00 pm in the auditorium for grades K-5.
Award-winning author Judy Young shares poems and unique historical facts about a variety of traditional games described in her book "Lazy Days of Summer," and answers questions about what it's like to be an author and the publication process. Have fun doing what kids have done around the world for centuries--PLAY--as you try out some of the games from the book. Judy's books include the award winning "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet," also a 2008 Mom's Choice Award Gold Recipient. Personalized and autographed copies of Judy's books will be available for purchase after the program.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - The Comic Book Project.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Got comics? Want to create your own? What's YOUR super power? MSU students Kait Richardson and Philip Nolte help you design and write your creative expressions--comic book style.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Republic Branch Library - RTAG: Calling All Teens.
4:30 pm for ages 13-17.
Make your voice heard by joining RTAG--help plan programs and choose books, music and movies. Snacks will be provided.
Call 732-7284.
   
  Library Station - Book Discussion.
6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
"The Harvey Girls: Women Who Opened the West" by Lesley Poling-Kempes.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Station - Bugs Galore Movie Night.
6:00 pm in the Frisco room for all ages.
Bring your dinner and enjoy the show. "Bee Movie," rated PG.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Storytime.
6:30 pm for all ages.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Park Central Branch Library - Park Central Sounds.
7:00 pm.
Hear local musicians play acoustic sets on the second Thursday of every month. Guitarist Lyal Strickland.
Call 831-1342.
   

Friday, July 11, 2008

  Library Station - Storytime.
10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Spiderology.
11:00 am in the meeting room for grades 2-5.
We'll read "Sophie's Masterpiece" by Eileen Spinelli and investigate the world of spiders. Bring some yarn and learn to finger-knit a web of your very own.
Registration starts June 27; call 883-1974.
   
  Library Station - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Center - Spiderology.
4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 2-5.
We'll read "Sophie's Masterpiece" by Eileen Spinelli and investigate the world of spiders. Bring some yarn and learn to finger-knit a web of your very own.
Registration starts June 27; call 882-0714.
   
  Library Station - Gaming at the Station--See What It's Turning Into.
5:30 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
Stretch your mind, expand your intellect, become more creative, but most importantly--have a good time. It's an evening of games and the line-up is changing. Bring your favorite collectible card games and the Library will provide a new game each night. You'll even have the chance to try out the new games designed right here in Teen Central.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Teen Night After Hours.
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm in the meeting room for Grades 6-12.
Morph My Closet. Sick of the stuff in your closet? Bring some old duds to the Library and turn them into something fabulous. We'll have prizes for the most outstanding creations! Materials will be provided. Participants may not leave before 8:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up.
Call 883-1974.
   

Saturday, July 12, 2008

  Library Center - Teen Library Council.
10:00 am in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Join TLC and make the teen department the most fun place to be in the Library. Help decide what the Library should buy for teens and plan teen programs, including the 'Tween Summer Bash.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Station - Computer Hands-On with ICON.
10:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Frisco room.
E-mail Etiquette and Security. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Catch the Reading Bug for Tweens ONLY!.
11:00 am in the meeting room for grades 3-6.
Catch the Reading Bug with activities, gaming, crafts and contests just for 'tweens.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Library Station - 'How-To' Computer Seminars.
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the Frisco room.
Digital Imaging, 1 p.m.; Political Perspectives 2008: Online Resources, 2:15 p.m. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Call 865-1340.
   

Sunday, July 13, 2008

  Library Center - Chapter & Verse: Music on a Sunday Afternoon.
2:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
Reel Greene. Traditional Irish and American music from the Widders and Marti Knauer.
Call 882-0714.
   

Monday, July 14, 2008

  Brentwood Branch Library - Storytime.
9:00 am for infants-23 months.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Library Station - Parenting Playgroup.
9:30 am to 11:15 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
Curious about what other parents are experiencing? Share and learn in this relaxed playgroup. We'll read books, utilize play stations and talk about parenting topics. The schedule for this program is: 9:30-10:15 a.m. for infants-18 months; 10:30-11:15 a.m. for 18-36 months.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Storytime.
10:00 am for ages 2-5.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Backyard Safari.
10:00 am in the upstairs meeting room for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Monday Matinee.
1:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 6-12.
Beat the heat with a movie and popcorn at the Library. Choose from a selection of PG-rated feature films.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Ash Grove Branch Library - KY3 for Kids Storybreak.
2:00 pm for all ages.
KY3 news, weather and sports personalities read their favorite stories to you. June 4-Ethan Forhetz at the Willard Branch, June 13-Ned Reynolds at the Brentwood Branch, June 23-Lisa Rose at the Library Center, June 30-Marie Saavedra at the Republic Branch, July 2-Steve Grant at the Midtown Carnegie Branch, July 14-Ron Hearst at the Ash Grove Branch, July 29-Brandon Beck at the Library Station, August 4-Dave Snider at the Fair Grove Branch.
Call 751-2933.
   
  Republic Branch Library - Backyard Safari.
2:00 pm for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
Call 732-7284.
   
  Library Center - Anime Otaku Club.
3:30 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
Anime and manga enthusiasts, unite! Meet with other fans, watch anime, read manga, talk about your favorites and enjoy treats from Japan.
Call 882-0714.
   

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

  Library Center - Storytime.
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Ash Grove Branch Library - Backyard Safari.
10:00 am for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
Call 751-2933.
   
  Library Station - Storytime.
10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Station - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Station - Backyard Safari.
1:00 pm in the Frisco room for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Ash Grove Branch Library - Book Discussion.
1:30 pm.
"No Ordinary Time: Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt: The Homefront in World War II" by Doris Kearns Goodwin.
Call 751-2933.
   
  Library Station - Backyard Safari.
2:00 pm in the Frisco room for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - The Comic Book Project.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Got comics? Want to create your own? What's YOUR super power? MSU students Kait Richardson and Philip Nolte help you design and write your creative expressions--comic book style.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Guitar Hero Tuesdays.
3:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 6-12.
Are you a true Guitar Hero? Put your skills to the test at the Library. Prizes will be awarded to the top scores at the end of the month.
Call 883-1974.
   

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

  Library Center - Storytime.
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Storytime.
10:00 am for all ages.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Republic Branch Library - Storytime and Playgroup.
10:00 am for ages 1-6.
Enjoy stories, games and movement while we share, visit and learn in this relaxed playgroup format.
Call 732-7284.
   
  Willard Branch Library - Storytime.
10:00 am for ages 1-2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 742-4258.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Fair Grove O'Bannon Bank Community Room - Backyard Safari.
11:00 am Fair Grove O'Bannon Bank Community Room for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
   
  Willard Branch Library - Storytime.
11:00 am for ages 3-5.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 742-4258.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Brown Bag Travelogue.
12:00 pm in the meeting room for Adult.
Road to Rome. Amanda Larimore and members of the Hillcrest Highlanders share the experience of the lifetime--an audience before the Pope in Rome, Italy.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Backyard Safari.
2:00 pm in the meeting room for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Anime Alliance.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Do you love manga and anime? Then here's the club for you. It'll be an anime-zing experience.
Call 862-0135.
   

Thursday, July 17, 2008

  Willard Recreation Center - Backyard Safari.
10:00 am Willard Recreation Center for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
   
  Ash Grove Branch Library - Storytime.
11:00 am for all ages.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 751-2933.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for 3-12 months.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Backyard Safari.
1:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Backyard Safari.
2:00 pm in the auditorium for all ages.
We won't be eating bugs--but we'll share some food for thought and stomach as we learn about healthy meals and snacks. Sponsored by the MU Extension Family Nutrition Education Program.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - The Comic Book Project.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Got comics? Want to create your own? What's YOUR super power? MSU students Kait Richardson and Philip Nolte help you design and write your creative expressions--comic book style.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Library Station - Bugs Galore Movie Night.
6:00 pm in the Frisco room for all ages.
Bring your dinner and enjoy the show. "A Bug's Life," rated G.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Station - The History and Morphology of Video Games: The Tournament.
6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
Sure, there isn't a Guitar Hero track you can't knock out on expert, but can you knock out Mike Tyson? It's time for a video game tournament through time as we open the gaming archives to some of the most amazing (and not so amazing) video games of all time. For the winners there will be prizes. However, even if you don't want to compete, you can still come and play.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Storytime.
6:30 pm for all ages.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Park Central Branch Library - Central Stage.
7:00 pm.
Acting Out. Got a great act but no stage or audience? Try your performance on our community stage.
Call 831-1342.
   

Friday, July 18, 2008

  Library Center - Funding Information Center Orientation.
9:00 am in the Harrison room.
Researchers, especially nonprofits, learn how to get background information on foundations using the Library’s Funding Information Center and Internet resources. The mechanics of grant writing will not be addressed.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Station - Storytime.
10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Station - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Family Film Friday.
6:30 pm in the meeting room.
Bring the whole family and enjoy some popcorn. "A Bug's Life," rated G.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Library Station - Friday Night Film.
6:30 pm in the Frisco room.
"The Harvey Girls," Not Rated.
Call 865-1340.
   

Saturday, July 19, 2008

  Library Center - Technology Overview.
1:00 pm in the auditorium.
The Real Facts About E-waste. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - TAB Theatre.
2:00 pm in the meeting room for all ages.
Join the Brentwood Teen Advisory Board for an afternoon of stories, skits, crafts and more.
Call 883-1974.
   

Sunday, July 20, 2008

  Library Station - Sunday Sounds.
2:00 pm in the Frisco room.
Country Harmony. Charles and Jan Lee with daughter, Juanita, have great family harmony and a good time playing music with the rest of the guys in the band. Refreshments provided by Panera Bread.
Call 865-1340.
   

Monday, July 21, 2008

  Brentwood Branch Library - Storytime.
9:00 am for infants-23 months.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Library Station - Parenting Playgroup.
9:30 am to 11:15 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
Curious about what other parents are experiencing? Share and learn in this relaxed playgroup. We'll read books, utilize play stations and talk about parenting topics. The schedule for this program is: 9:30-10:15 a.m. for infants-18 months; 10:30-11:15 a.m. for 18-36 months.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Storytime.
10:00 am for ages 2-5.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 883-1974.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Growing Pains.
10:00 am in the upstairs meeting room for all ages.
All living things must grow and change during their life cycle. Take an adventure into the world of metamorphosis and meet some animals that go through this amazing transformation.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Republic Branch Library - Growing Pains.
2:00 pm for all ages.
All living things must grow and change during their life cycle. Take an adventure into the world of metamorphosis and meet some animals that go through this amazing transformation.
Call 732-7284.
   

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

  Library Center - Storytime.
9:30 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Ash Grove Branch Library - Growing Pains.
10:00 am for all ages.
All living things must grow and change during their life cycle. Take an adventure into the world of metamorphosis and meet some animals that go through this amazing transformation.
Call 751-2933.
   
  Library Station - Storytime.
10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
10:15 am in the story hour room for age 2.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Center - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Station - Storytime.
11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
Stories, songs, games and movement.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Library Station - Growing Pains.
1:00 pm in the Frisco room for all ages.
All living things must grow and change during their life cycle. Take an adventure into the world of metamorphosis and meet some animals that go through this amazing transformation.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Book Discussion.
1:30 pm in the meeting room.
"The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journey" by Candice Millard
Call 883-1974.
   
  Library Center - Decorate Your Space.
2:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
Time for a room re-do? Learn some easy re-decorating techniques and re-design your room with a new picture frame or rug.
Call 882-0714.
   
  Library Station - Growing Pains.
2:00 pm in the Frisco room for all ages.
All living things must grow and change during their life cycle. Take an adventure into the world of metamorphosis and meet some animals that go through this amazing transformation.
Call 865-1340.
   
  Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - The Comic Book Project.
2:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Got comics? Want to create your own? What's YOUR super power? MSU students Kait Richardson and Philip Nolte help you design and write your creative expressions--comic book style.
Call 862-0135.
   
  Brentwood Branch Library - Guitar Hero T