Colleyville Public Library Fall Reading 2016

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Fall 2016

FAMILY EVENTS

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Colleyville Public Library ColleyvilleLibrary.com

110 Main Street (next to Colleyville City Hall) 817.503.1150 Hours: Monday and Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Sunday

CLOSED

Holiday Closings Check class information for specific closure dates

In-Service Day Fri., November 11 Thanksgiving Thu., November 24

Fri., November 25 Christmas

Fri., December 23 Fri., December 24 Mon., December 26

New Year’s

Mon., January 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Family Events

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Youth Programs

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Tweens and Teens Programs

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Adult Programs

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HAUNTED TRAIL FEST

One of Colleyville’s most popular events, Haunted Trail Fest features a trip along a wooden path filled with scary creatures, spooky sounds, and ghostly special effects.

Costumed ghouls gather for a night of games, prizes, and fun before venturing down the haunted trail. Costume contests (for those 12 & under) make for a hauntingly happy experience. Trail activities cater to younger children from 7:00-7:30 p.m.; the fright factor intensifies after 7:30 p.m.

For more information, call 817.503.1161.

Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Sat., 7:00–9:00 p.m.

Date: Oct. 15 Location: Colleyville Nature Center, 100 Mill Wood Drive (From Highway 26: west on Glade Road and South on Mill Creek Drive)

HALLOWEEN PARTY

It’s a not-so-scary party for our younger patrons. Enjoy spooky treats, games and prizes and poach an apple from the witch’s cauldron, if you dare! Costumes encouraged.

Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Thu., 4:00–5:30 p.m.

Date: Oct. 27 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

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CITY OF COLLEYVILLE’S CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION The city opens the holiday season with the lighting of festive trees decorated by local community groups. This event features children’s crafts and activities, choral groups, photos with Santa, and much more.

Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Fri., 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Date: Dec. 2 Location: Outside in front of city hall

WINTER BREAK MOVIE

Relax with a movie on the library’s big screens. Popcorn and drinks are complimentary.

Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Wed., 2:00 p.m.

Date: Dec. 28 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

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YOUTH PROGRAMS REGISTRATION OPENS FOR STORY TIMES AND CHESS CLUB

Enjoy stories, crafts, and fun activities at the library during story time. Registration is open to all library card holders. Space is limited, so register early.

Preference will be given to Colleyville residents; nonresidents will be notified if a spot is available.

Story times are available for newborns through grade 5 and last for twelve weeks.

Chess Club is open to ages 8-15.

Ages: Newborns-15 years Day/Time: Tue., 10:00 a.m.

Dates: Sept. 6 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Registration: Available in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Registration opens Tuesday, Sept. 6 at 10:00 a.m. and can be done either in person or online. To register online, go to ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Under SEARCH THE LIBRARY, click on the CALENDAR link. Find the class that you want to register for then click on the REGISTER button. Caregivers must fill out one registration form per child. **PLEASE NOTE**: Submission of a story time registration form DOES NOT guarantee the child a spot in the class. Registration requests will be processed as quickly as possible in the order they are received.

A staff member will call or email all story time registrants to confirm whether there is a spot available in the class. The Colleyville Public Library makes an effort to include as many children as possible in story time activities that our safety and staffing guidelines allow.

TINY TREASURES STORY TIME

Tiny Treasures includes board books, rhymes, tickle games, singing, finger plays and more! Caregiver participation is required.

Ages: 0-12 months Day/Time: Thu., 10:30-10:50 a.m.

Ages: 13-17 months Day/Time: Thu., 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 15-Dec. 1 NO CLASS NOV. 25 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Story Time Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

TODDLER TALES STORY TIME

Toddler Tales celebrates terrific toddlers with puppets, great stories, songs, rhymes, and fun activities!

Caregiver attendance is required.

Ages: 18-36 months Day/Time: Tue., 10:30–11:00 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 13-Nov. 29 OR Day/Time: Wed., 10:30–11:00 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 14-Nov. 30

Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Story Time Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

YOUTH PROGRAMS ESPECIALLY FOR 3’s STORY TIME

Especially for 3’s includes great stories, finger plays and action rhymes, special activities, sing-a-longs, and fun crafts just for 3’s! Caregiver attendance is required.

Ages: 3 years Day/Time: Mon., 10:30–11:15 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 12-Nov. 28 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

SHAKE, RATTLE & READ

Movement and music are all part of the fun in this exciting program designed to encourage healthy living for preschoolers.

Ages: 3–5 years Day/Time: Wed., 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 14-Nov. 30 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

RHYTHM ROMPERS

Rhythm Rompers blends music, active rhythms, rhymes and read-alouds while enhancing early literacy skills.

Ages: 3–5 years Day/Time: Thu., 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 15-Dec. 1 NO CLASS NOV. 25 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME

Preschool Story Time includes great stories, finger plays and action rhymes, special activities, sing-a-longs, and fun crafts!

Ages: 4 & 5 years Day/Time: Mon., 10:30–11:15 a.m.

Dates: Sep.12-Nov. 28 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

EXPLORATORIUM

This library time features fun science experiments, awesome hands-on activities, crafts, stories, and a snack for early elementary students.

Ages: Grades K-2 Day/Time: Mon., 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Dates: Sep. 12-Nov. 28 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

DISCOVERY CIRCLE

S.T.E.A.M.-based activities, games and experiments.

Ages: Grades 3-5 Day/Time: Mon., 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Date: Sep.12-Nov. 28 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

CHESS CLUB

From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required.

Ages: 8–15 years Day/Time: Tues., 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Dates: Sep. 13-Nov. 29 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: 817.503.1155 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com

BOUNCE TIME

This unstructured library time features a play area and music for our youngest library patrons and their caregivers. Caregiver attendance is required.

Ages: 0–3 years Day/Time: Fri., 10:15–11:30 a.m.

Dates: Sep. 16–Dec. 2 NO CLASS NOV. 11, NOV. 25 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

LEGOMANIA

It’s a fun free-play with 15,000 Lego pieces. Duplos and giant blocks are available for younger children.

Ages: 3+ years Day/Time: Tues., 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Dates: Sep. 13-Nov. 29 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS

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Fall Spa-tacular Get in the mood for cooler temps and comforting scents! Create luxurious handmade goods with a fall flair. Instruction and supplies provided. Sponsored by Village Lane Apothecary.

Pumpkin Spice Lotion

Apple Cinnamon Home Spray

Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Tues. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Dates: Oct. 11 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Lourdes McWithey at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Tues. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Dates: Nov. 8 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Lourdes McWithey at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

CHESS CLUB

Clay Leaf Pendant

From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required.

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Dates: Oct. 8 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 8–15 years Day/Time: Tues., 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Dates: Sep. 13-Nov. 29 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: 817.503.1155 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com

Get Crafty!

Join us the second Saturday of each month for a DIY craft series open to teens and adults. All materials are provided.

Mason Jar Luminaries

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Dates: Sept. 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Sharpie Art Coasters Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Dates: Nov. 12 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Elegant Fillable Ornaments Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Dates: Dec. 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

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TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS

NORTH TEXAS DRONE USER GROUP

Chad Frazer is a mechanical design engineer who has spent the last four years learning how to build, maintain, and fly both military and custom-made drones. He leads the only Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) club aimed at spreading the knowledge of how these flying machines are built and operated. Chad will give an informational presentation about drones and their role in search and rescue. The program will conclude outdoors to see these drones in action! Please feel free to bring your own lawn chairs.

Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Sat. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Date: Oct. 22 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Lourdes McWithey at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

TEEN ADVISORY FORUM

The Teen Advisory Forum provides teens the opportunity to play an integral part in the developing and implementing of teen services and programs. Attend the forum to brainstorm ideas to make the library a better place for teens. Participants may receive credit for volunteer hours.

Ages: 13-18 Day/Time: Tue., 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Dates: Sept. 27 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 1st Floor Teen Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Lourdes McWithey at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

LIVE CREATIVELY

Tweens are invited to come and do a monthly craft project.

Projects can include duct tape, paint, glue, glitter, etc., so dress accordingly!

Ages: 8-12 years Day/Time: Thu., 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Dates: Sep. 22, Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

ADULT PROGRAMS

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Fall Spa-tacular Get in the mood for cooler temps and comforting scents! Create luxurious handmade goods with a fall flair. Instruction and supplies provided. Sponsored by Village Lane Apothecary.

Pumpkin Spice Lotion

Apple Cinnamon Home Spray

Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Tues. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Dates: Oct. 11 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Lourdes McWithey at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Tues. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Dates: Nov. 8 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Lourdes McWithey at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Get Crafty!

Join us the second Saturday of each month for a DIY craft series open to teens and adults. All materials are provided.

Mason Jar Luminaries

Sharpie Art Coasters

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Dates: Sept. 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Dates: Nov. 12 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Clay Leaf Pendant

Elegant

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Dates: Oct. 8 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Dates: Dec. 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Fillable Ornaments

NORTH TEXAS DRONE USER GROUP Chad Frazer is a mechanical design engineer who has spent the last four years learning how to build, maintain, and fly both military and custom-made drones. He leads the only Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) club aimed at spreading the knowledge of how these flying machines are built and operated. Chad will give an informational presentation about drones and their role in search and rescue. The program will conclude outdoors to see these drones in action! Please feel free to bring your own lawn chairs.

Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Sat. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Date: Oct. 22 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Lourdes McWithey at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

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ADULT PROGRAMS

Colleyville Chamber Financial Workshop

BOOKS ‘N’ BRUNCH BOOK CLUB

The Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a series of financial planning workshops led by Tim Funderburk of Edward Jones.

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 2nd Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Dates: Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8 (Holiday Party) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Foundations of Investing and Retirement by Design

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Dates: Sept. 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Register at www.colleyvillechamber.org or call the Chamber office at 817.488.7148.

Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ready or Not? Preparing for the Unexpected Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Dates: Sept. 17 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Register at www.colleyvillechamber.org or call the Chamber office at 817.488.7148.

Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Preparing Your Estate Plan Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Dates: Sept. 24 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Register at www.colleyvillechamber.org or call the Chamber office at 817.488.7148.

Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Books ‘n’ Brunch meets for an informal book discussion focusing on new and classic fiction titles. Snacks and a limited number of books are provided.

KEEPING IT REAL NONFICTION BOOK CLUB Share your thirst for knowledge with others while discussing nonfiction books. Snacks and a limited number of books are provided. Please note that this group will not meet on November due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 4th Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Date: Sept. 22, Oct. 27, Dec. 8 (Holiday Party) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Lourdes McWithey at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville. com

LATE EDITION BOOK CLUB The library offers an evening book club for working adults and night owls.

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:00–8:00 p.m.

Dates: Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15 (Holiday Party) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

REEL TALK FILM DISCUSSION GROUP

Come to the library to discuss movies and documentaries. All opinions welcome. Snacks are provided.

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu. 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Date: Sept. 15, Nov. 17 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Lourdes McWithey at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com