PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS 
SUMMER READING PROGRAMS
FOR KIDS, TEENS & ADULTS
May 18 - August 3
Several of our upcoming programs are listed below. View all programs by branch, audience, or subject by clicking the links at left.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
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Funding 101: Research and Writing Skills for Nonprofits
Library Center
9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the auditorium for adults.
Learn how to get background information on foundations using the Library's Funding Information Center and Internet resources, then find out how to break down the sections of a grant, address each one in detail and put them together in a readable "whole." Registration starts June 5; call 882-0714.
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Tiny Tots Racing to Read Storytime
Library Center
10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
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Stories with Your Legislators
Republic Branch Library
10:00 am to 10:30 am for all ages.
Your state representatives and senators will read your favorite stories at a storytime near you! Sen. Jay Wasson
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Racing to Read Storytime
Republic Branch Library
10:00 am for ages 1-6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
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Babaloo!
Offsite
11:00 am Fair Grove Elementary School for grades K-5.
Described as riotous and raucous affairs, Babaloo’s concerts involve singing and stomping, dancing and shouting, bubble busting and bucket beating. Join us for a fast-paced, high energy show by a performer who has wowed hundreds of Library families!
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Racing to Read Storytime
Library Center
11:15 am in the story hour room for ages 3-6.
Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
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Brown Bag Travelogue: China
Brentwood Branch Library
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm in the meeting room for adults.
Margaret and Jim Schatz will share their travels in China, from Beijing to Shanghai and some of the sights along the way including the Terracotta Army and The Great Wall. Bring a sack lunch.
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Travelogue: South America and Antarctica
Republic Branch Library
1:00 pm for adults.
Have you ever wanted to hike around the ruins of Machu Picchu? Or see the penguins of Antarctica? Republic resident Mary Blanche share her pictures and experiences traveling to South America and Antarctica. Refreshments will be provided.
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Babaloo!
Brentwood Branch Library
2:00 pm in the meeting room for grades K-5.
Described as riotous and raucous affairs, Babaloo’s concerts involve singing and stomping, dancing and shouting, bubble busting and bucket beating. Join us for a fast-paced, high energy show by a performer who has wowed hundreds of Library families!
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Down, Down the Rabbit Hole
Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Join Alice in Library Wonderland. Play games, make a Mad Hatter hat, have a tea party, play human chess and win fabulous prizes.
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Otaku Club
Strafford Branch Library
3:30 pm for grades 6-12.
Anime fans unite! Join us every month for anime films and Asian treats.
Thursday, June 20, 2013
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Babaloo!
Offsite
10:00 am Willard Recreation Center for grades K-5.
Described as riotous and raucous affairs, Babaloo’s concerts involve singing and stomping, dancing and shouting, bubble busting and bucket beating. Join us for a fast-paced, high energy show by a performer who has wowed hundreds of Library families!
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Babaloo!
Library Center
1:00 pm in the auditorium for grades K-5.
Described as riotous and raucous affairs, Babaloo’s concerts involve singing and stomping, dancing and shouting, bubble busting and bucket beating. Join us for a fast-paced, high energy show by a performer who has wowed hundreds of Library families!
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Babaloo!
Library Center
2:00 pm in the auditorium for grades K-5.
Described as riotous and raucous affairs, Babaloo’s concerts involve singing and stomping, dancing and shouting, bubble busting and bucket beating. Join us for a fast-paced, high energy show by a performer who has wowed hundreds of Library families!
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Favorite Family Flicks
Fair Grove Branch Library
4:00 pm for all ages.
"Coraline," rated PG.
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