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Activities & Programs
Spring 2016 How to be a Princess party Feb. 13
Tweens and teens programs
Adult programs
Youth programs
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.
How to be a Princess party The library gives its youngest nobles-in-training the royal treatment with mini-manicures, regal crafts, games, and, of course, cake. Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Sat., 1:30–2:30 p.m. Date: Feb. 13 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: Not required. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
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.
How to be a Ninja
Sunday
Beginner ninja wannabes can pick up tips for stealth, martial arts, and clever disguises.
CLOSED
Holiday Closings Check class information for specific closure dates
New Year’s
Closed Fri., Jan. 1, 2016
Good Friday
Fri., March 25
Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Sat., 1:30–2:30 p.m. Date: March 5 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: Not required. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Spring Break Movie Welcome spring with a movie on the library’s big screen. Popcorn and drinks are complimentary.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Family Events
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Youth Programs
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Tweens and Teens Programs
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Teens Programs
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Adult Programs
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Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Wed., 2:00 p.m. Date: March 16 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: Not required. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Spring Party The Spring Party celebrates National Library Week with an exploration of this year’s theme “Libraries Transform.” Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Sat., 1:30–2:30 p.m. Date: April 16 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: Not required. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
YOUTH PROGRAMS Registration Opens for Story Times & Chess Club Enjoy stories, crafts, and fun activities at the library during story time. Registration is open to all library cardholders. Space is limited, so register early. Preference will be given to Colleyville residents; non-residents will be notified if a spot is available. Story times are available for newborns through grade 5 and last for 12 weeks. Chess Club is open to ages 8-15. Ages: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Contact:
Newborns-13 years Mon., 10:00 a.m. Opens Jan. 11 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Registration: Available in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Registration opens Monday, Jan. 11 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 and 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 activitiesthat our safety and staffing guidelines allow.
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Tiny Treasures Story Time Tiny Treasures Lapsit includes board books, rhymes, tickle games, singing, finger plays, and more! Caregiver participation is required. Ages: 0-12 months Day/Time: Thu., 10:15-10:35 a.m. Ages: 13-17 months Day/Time: Thu., 11:00-11:30 a.m. Dates: Jan. 21–April 7 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Story Time Room Registration: REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 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., 10:15–10:45 a.m. Dates: Jan. 19–April 5 OR Day/Time: Wed., 10:15–10:45 a.m. Dates: Jan. 20-April 6 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Story Time Room Registration: REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 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 Especially for 3’s Story Time
Preschool 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.
Preschool Story Time includes great stories, finger plays and action rhymes, special activities, sing-a-longs, and fun crafts!
Ages: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Registration: Contact:
Ages: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Registration: Contact:
3 years Mon., 10:15–11:00 a.m. Jan. 18-April 4 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
4 & 5 years Mon., 10:15–11:00 a.m. Jan. 18-April 4 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com 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: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Registration: Contact:
3–5 years Wed., 10:15-11:00 a.m. Jan. 20-April 6 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Snacks & Stories Story Time This library time for grades K-2 features fun stories, active songs, awesome crafts, and a yummy snack! Ages: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Registration: Contact:
Grades K-2 Mon., 4:00–5:00 p.m. Jan. 18-April 4 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
YOUTH PROGRAMS Story Playhouse
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Chess Club
Students will use reader’s theater to dramatize fables new and old while learning to devise props and scenery.
From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required.
Ages: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Registration: Contact:
Ages: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Registration: Contact:
Grades 3-5 Thu., 4:00–5:00 p.m. Jan. 18-April 4 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
8–15 years Tue., 4:30–5:30 p.m. Jan. 19-April 5 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com 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: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Registration: Contact:
0–3 years Fri., 10:15–11:30 a.m. Jan. 22–April 8 (No class March 25) Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Legomania It’s fun free-play with 15,000 Lego pieces. Duplos and giant blocks are available for younger children. Ages: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Registration: Contact:
3+ years Tue., 4:30–5:30 p.m. Jan. 19-April 5 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
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TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS
Chess Club
S.T.E.A.M ADVENTURES
From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required.
Students are encouraged to expand their thinking with a weekly series of activities focusing on S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Some activities will require registration.
Ages: Day/Time: Dates: Location: Registration: Contact:
Live Creatively: Bath Fizzies
Marble Roller Coaster Madness
Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
8–15 years Tue., 4:30–5:30 p.m. Jan. 19-April 5 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. 817.503.1155 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm Jan. 21 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm Jan. 28 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
Mystery Build Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm Feb. 4 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
It’s Electric! Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm Feb. 11 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
Live Creatively: Friendship Bracelets Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm Feb. 18 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS Opposites Attract: All About Magnets
Live Creatively: Bead Animal Keychains
Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm Feb. 25 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
Tallest Structure Build Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm March 3 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm March 17 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
The Catapult Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm March 24 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
Toobeez Build
Gravity: It All Falls Down Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm March 10 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
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8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm March 31 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room NOT REQUIRED. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
Young Farmers Ages: Day/Time: Date: Location: Registration: Contact:
8-13 years Thu., 4:00pm-5:00pm April 7 Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Lani Hahn at 817.503.1151 or lhahn@colleyville.com
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TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS
Get Crafty!
Teen Advisory Forum
Join us for a winter-themed DIY craft series open to teens and adults. All materials are provided.
The Teen Advisory Forum provides teens the opportunity to play an integral role in developing and implementing 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+ Day/Time: Sat., 1:00 p.m. Date: Jan. 30, Feb. 27 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Liza Chapman at 817.503.1155 or lchapman@colleyville.com
Blind Date with a Book This Valentine’s Day, go on a blind date…with a book! Visit the library to browse the “personal ads” attached to each specially wrapped book to make your selection. After you’ve had enough time with your book, rate your date for a chance to win a prize! If things don’t work out with your blind date, just return it – no hard feelings. Ages: 13–18 Day/Time: Sat., 1:00-3:00 p.m. Date: Feb. 13 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 1st Floor Teen Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Liza Chapman at 817.503.1155 or lchapman@colleyville.com
Ages: 13-18 Day/Time: Tue., 6:00-7:30 p.m. Date: March 29 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 1st Floor Teen Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Liza Chapman at 817.503.1155 or lchapman@colleyville.com
ADULT PROGRAMS New Year, New You! Start the New Year off right by learning some healthy habits to make 2016 the best year ever! Get tips on how to eat right, stay in shape and get organized.
Organization Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 1:00-2:00 p.m. Date: Jan. 9 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Nutrition Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 1:00-2:00 p.m. Date: Jan. 16 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Fitness Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 1:00-2:00 p.m. Date: Jan. 23 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Get Crafty! Join us for a winter-themed DIY craft series open to teens and adults. All materials are provided. Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 1:00 p.m. Date: Jan. 30, Feb. 27 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: REQUIRED. Opens Jan. 11 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Liza Chapman at 817.503.1155 or lchapman@colleyville.com
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Master Gardening Series A series of gardening programs will be presented by master gardeners from the Tarrant County Master Gardener Association. Take advantage of their expert advice on a variety of gardening topics.
Beginning Gardening and Cool Weather Vegetable Gardening Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Tue., 7:00 p.m. Date: Jan. 12 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Landscape Design Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 11:00 a.m. Date: Jan. 21 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Composting Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m. Date: Feb. 6 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
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ADULT PROGRAMS
Color in the Garden Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m. Date: Feb. 20 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Perennials Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m. Date: March 5 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Container Gardening Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Tue., 7:00 p.m. Date: March 8 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Draught Tolerant Landscape Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m. Date: March 19 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Plants That Attract Birds and Butterflies
Warm Weather Vegetable Gardening
Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Tue., 7:00 p.m. Date: April 5 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 7:00 p.m. Date: May 5 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Hummingbirds
Flower Arranging Basics
Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m. Date: April 9 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Texas Birds Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m. Date: April 23 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m. Date: May 14 Location: Library 2nd Floor, Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
BOOK CLUBS & MOVIE GROUP Books ‘n’ Brunch Book Club Books ‘n’ Brunch is an informal book discussion focusing on new and classic fiction titles. Snacks and a limited number of books are provided. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Date: Jan. 14, Feb. 11, March 10, April 14, May 12 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Kara Teeter at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
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. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Date: Jan. 28, Feb. 25, March 24, April 28, May 26 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Liza Chapman 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: Thu., 7:00–8:00 p.m. Date: Jan. 21, Feb. 18, March 17, April 21, May 19 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. 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: Jan. 21, March 17, May 19 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration: NOT REQUIRED. Contact: Liza Chapman at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com