FALL 2022 COLLEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY FAMILY PROGRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS
FAMILY
BUZZ IN FOR A LIBRARY CARD! September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month! All month long we’ll be encouraging our patrons to “Bee Smart and Buzz in for a Library Card”! There are many ways to participate and win prizes for all ages. • Sign up for a new card • Renew your card • Check out a book, CD, audiobook or DVD. For their initial participation, patrons receive a coupon from a local Colleyville business and an entry into the Grand Prize drawing. Grand Prizes include an Amazon Kindle Fire for adults and children, and gift cards to local businesses. After the first visit, every five items checked out will earn another Grand Prize entry! BEE PARTY Get busy with bee-themed crafts, snacks, and a mobile beehive. Sweet! Ages: All Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Day/Date: Thu., Sep. 29 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Youth Services 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Family Events 1 Youth Programs 5 Tween and Teen Programs 8 Adult Programs 10 Colleyville Public Library 110ColleyvilleLibrary.comMainStreet (next to Colleyville City Hall) 817.503.1150 Holiday Closings Check class information for specific closure dates. Staff In-Service Fri., Nov. 11 Thanksgiving Thu. Nov. 24 & Fri. Nov. 25 Christmas Eve Fri., Dec. 23, and Christmas Sat., Dec 24 & Mon., Dec. 26 New Year’s Day Mon., Jan 2
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Come to the library for an eye catching sensory experience just for toddlers with colorful illuminated toys. Free play with light toys stimulate the senses while soft lighting and gentle music create a calming atmosphere. Ages: 0-2 years with caregiver Day/Time: Thu., 10:30-11:30 a.m. Date: Sep. 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
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Families can celebrate the upcoming spooky holiday by creating a personal haunted house using delicious treats! *Limit one house per family. Ages: All ages. Day/Time: Sat., 1:00-2:00 p.m. Date: Oct. 15 Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com
3D Party Portraits
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It’s you, all dressed up in a bas-relief self-portrait Day/Date: Sat., Sep. 10 Wiggle Prints Create layered-print holiday cards using jiggly gelatin plates. Day/Date: Sat., Oct. 8
FAMILY EVENTS
HAUNTED GINGERBREAD HOUSES
Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
HALLOWEEN STORYWALK® Follow the spooky story pages around the plaza to find what happens when vampires, ghosts and goblins prepare for Halloween in the library’s latest Storywalk® adventure, The Ghosts Went Floating by Kim Norman. Each story board has a different activity to encourage comprehension skills and enhance the fun! Optional activity sheets are available at the first sign by the fountain. Participants may turn in their completed activity sheet to the library circulation desk for a prize. Ages: All Time: Enjoy at your own pace. Prizes awarded during library hours only. Dates: Oct. 1-31 Location: The Colleyville Plaza Registration Required: NO. Contact: Youth Services 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
FAMILY ART This monthly class offers approachable art projects, suitable for a cross-section of ages and skill sets whether beginner or advanced crafter. All supplies provided.
Fossil Print Clay Lanterns Light up your space with mod white clay vessels imprinted with unique designs. Day/Date: Sat., Nov. 19 Ages: 6 years + Day/Time: Sat., 1:00-2:00 p.m. Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Craft Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 youthlibrarian@colleyville.comor
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Day/Time: Mon., 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Date: Oct. 31 Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
FAMILY EVENTS CHECK & TREAT
It’s DINO-vember and families are invited to dig in to an evening of oversized fun and games with a dinosaur-tracking scavenger hunt, Tricera-toss, a fossil dig, and chomping good snacks. Youngsters are invited to masquerade as a dinosaur of their choice.
JURASSIC NIGHT @ THE LIBRARY
Have your Halloween costume all ready to go? Great! Stop by the Colleyville Public Library (in costume, of course), check out any library material and get a yummy treat from us! Stop by anytime between 10:00 am – 6:00 pm on Monday, October 31st for the Library’s third- annual Check & Treat event. All children and adult library card holders are eligible to participate. Additionally, if you check out items in costume, you will receive a special holiday item. Everyone must be present to receive a treat – either in person or in your vehicle at the drive-up window.
Ages: All ages.
Ages: All ages Day/Time: Fri., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Date: Nov. 18 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor 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
Family Movie Enjoy a newly-released movie on the library’s big screens. Popcorn and drinks are complimentary. Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Tue., 12:30 p.m. Date: Nov. 22 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
DinoWEEKTHANKSGIVINGFUNFamilyStoryTime
FAMILY EVENTS
Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Mon., 11:00 a.m. Date: Nov. 21 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room
DINO-vember Snack & Craft Stop by the library for a special craft and snack anytime from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Wed., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Date: Nov. 23 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Landing Buddy and Holly the Library elves are coming to Colleyville Public Library! They will travel from the North Pole to visit library staff and spread Christmas cheer. Buddy and Holly’s favorite thing to do is…read of course! Their favorite book is Click Clack, Ho, Ho, Ho. Buddy and Holly may be spotted in December until Christmas Break, doing the things that they love to do around this time of year!
Elf Fest Mischievous fun with games, over-the-top sugary sweet snacks, and cookie decorating. Blend in to the crowd with your own elfin hat, made in the library crafts workshop. Ages: All Ages Day/Time: Wed., 2:00- 4:00 p.m. Date: Dec. 21 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: Preferred. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
THE BuddyEXPERIENCEELF&HollyLibrary
Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
WINTER BREAK MOVIE
Warm up 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: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Rooms Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com 4
Families are invited to join together for a special DINO-vember story time! Enjoy stories, songs and a themed craft.
Registration: In person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.
Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
FAMILY STORY TIME Families will bond through stories, songs, activities and crafts. Open for all ages. Ages: All Day/Time: Sat., 11:00-11:30 a.m. Dates: Sep. 17, Oct. 1, Nov. 12
**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.
Ages: Newborn-15 years Day/Time: Tue., 10:00 a.m. Dates: Sep. 6
Location: In person or online at Colleyvillelibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
TINY TREASURES STORY TIME
YOUTH PROGRAMS REGISTRATION
Enjoy stories, crafts, and fun activities during the library’s story times. Registration opens Tuesday, September 6 at 10:00 a.m. Registration is open to all library card holders. Programs are available for newborns through grade 5 and last for twelve weeks. Space is limited, so register early. Preference will be given to Colleyville residents; non-residents will be notified if space is available. To register, go to ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Under PROGRAMS & EVENTS, 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.
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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
Tiny Treasures includes board books, rhymes, tickle games, singing, finger plays and more! Caregiver participation is required.
OPENS FOR CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
Ages: 0-17 months Day/Time: Thu., 10:30-11:00 a.m. Dates: Sep. 22-Dec. 1 (NO CLASS NOV. 24) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Story Time Room
Kids aged 4-5 years old will enjoy themed books, songs, finger plays, activities and crafts. Featuring five early literacy practices: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing, this class is customized for children who are becoming independent of a parent’s attention. Ages: 4-5 years Day/Time: Mon., 10:30-11:15 a.m. Dates: Sep. 12-Nov. 28
EXPLORATORIUM
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
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
Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room
If your child enjoys great stories, special activities, sing-a-longs, and fun crafts then this is just the class! Ages: 3-5 years (Parallel class for Budding Bookworms and Preschool Pals, choose one) Day/Time: Wed., 10:30-11:15 a.m. Dates: Sep. 14-Nov. 30 (NO CLASS NOV. 23)
Registration Required: in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com
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
PRESCHOOL PALS
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
Little Tweets celebrates terrific toddlers with a short story, songs, rhymes, music, movement and fun activities! Caregiver attendance is required.
LITTLE TWEETS STORY TIME
YOUTH PROGRAMS BOUNCE TIME
This class features S.T.E.A.M. based fun! Exciting experiments and challenging activities provide a stimulating group experience for early elementary students. Integrated literature and a craft are included each week. Let the exploration begin!
Day/Time: Fri., 10:15–11:15 a.m. Dates: Sep. 16–Dec. 2 (NO CLASS NOV. 11 & NOV. 25)
Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room 6
BUDDING BOOKWORMS
Ages: 18-35 months
Ages: Grades K-2 Day/Time: Tue., 4:30–5:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 13-Nov. 29 (NO CLASS NOV. 22)
Day/Time: Tue., 10:30–11:00 a.m. Dates: Sep. 13-Nov. 29 (NO CLASS NOV. 22) OR Ages: 18-35 months Day/Time: Wed., 10:30–11:00 a.m. Dates: Sep. 14-Nov. 30 (NO CLASS NOV. 23)
Especially for three-year-olds, Budding Bookworms offers fun picture books, finger plays, songs and crafts based on a different theme every week. Ages: 3 years only Day/Time: Mon., 10:30-11:15 a.m. Dates: Sep. 12-Nov. 28 (NO CLASS NOV. 21)
3s, 4s & 5s OH MY!
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
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
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For tweens who enjoy crafting, eating yummy creations, discussing books, and playing games with friends. Join us each month for a new adventure!
Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor 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
Day/Time: Thu., 3:00-4:00: p.m. Dates: Sep. 15, Sep. 29, Oct. 13, Oct. 27, Nov. 3, Nov. 17, Dec. 1
Reading is vital for children to succeed in school and in life, but many of them struggle with reading. What better listener than a friendly, non-judgmental dog from the Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs program? These programs are growing in libraries across the country and researchers report a rise in reading levels among participating children. Independent readers (grades 1-5) can bring a favorite book from home or choose one from the library, and read it to a furry friend while here at the library!
CHESS CLUB From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required. Ages: 8–15 years
“ROCKET” READERS
Ages: 10-13 years Day/Time: Mon., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21, Dec. 19, Jan. 23
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
Day/Time: Tue., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 13-Nov. 29 (NO CLASS NOV. 22) 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: 817.503.1165 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com
Ages: Open to homeschool children and adults. Children younger than 6 must attend with a caregiver.
Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Day/Time: Tue., 1:00-2:00: p.m. Dates: Sep. 13-Nov. 29 (NO CLASS NOV. 22)
HOMESCHOOL LIBR@TORY
Attending all classes is highly encouraged as some concepts intertwine.
This unique Libr@tory integrates science, math, art and more to create a first-rate class! Captivating experiments and challenging activities will be the center of this collaborative and fun-filled environment. Including literature in the mix is, of course, part of the fun! This is an entertaining supplement to the regular homeschool day. Ages: 5-11 years (Must be 5 by May 1, 2022)
Grades: 1-5 Day/Time: 2nd Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10
TWEEN’S SPOT
HOMESCHOOL HOBNOB Come “hobnob” twice a month with other homeschool families! Each gettogether will have a different vibe. Imagine you’re an engineer, join the art party, and bring a book to swap. These themes and more help make this creative, social environment just for the homeschool community.
Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com 8
TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS
CHESS CLUB
For tweens who enjoy crafting, eating yummy creations, discussing books, and playing games with friends. Join us each month for a new adventure! Ages: 10-13 years
Day/Time: Mon., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21, Dec. 19, Jan. 23
BASIC SELF-DEFENSE WITH COLLEYVILLE ATA MARTIAL ARTS
Day/Time: Tue., 12:00-1:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 13, Sep. 20, Sep. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18
Do you love young adult books? Are you interested in meeting new people who also have a passion for reading? Join us on Saturdays once a month to discuss books and enjoy snacks together. Ages: 13-18 Day/Time: Sat., 1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Date: Sep. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 5, Dec. 3 (Holiday Party)
From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required. Ages: 8–15 years Day/Time: Tue., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 13-Nov. 29 (NO CLASS NOV. 22) 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: 817.503.1165 jpawlowski@colleyville.comor
TEEN BOOK CLUB
Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room A Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person.
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
This class is based on self-awareness and preventing negative situations as well as techniques to deflect and defend against attacks. The techniques taught are founded in ATA Taekwondo and taught by licensed ATA instructors. This is a six week course. There will be a graduation celebration at the end for those who have attended the majority of the classes. Please note that registering for this class means you are signing up for all six classes. Space is limited. Please let us know if you are unable to attend so that we can give someone else an opportunity to participate. Ages: 13+
TWEEN’S SPOT
Junk Journals with Swan & Hare Uniquely Handmade
Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Bead and Sequin Ornaments
Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Ruffled Felt Pumpkins
***IMPORTANT***
Ages: 16+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 24
GET CRAFTY!
Halloween Bleach Tie Dye
Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: Nov. 19 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
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Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: Dec. 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Bring Your Own T-shirt
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A junk journal is a book which is often made through found and recycled materials to be used as a way to collect and record memories, thoughts, ideas, and inspiration. Sheila Swanson will provide all of the supplies you will need to make a junk journal and walk you through each step of the creation process.
What is a junk journal?
Join us one Saturday each month for a DIY craft series open to teens and adults.
Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person.
TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS
The instructor requires all participants to be 16 years of age or older. Please do not bring younger children to the class with you. Anyone under the age of 16 will not be permitted in the classroom. Also, please note that this class is longer than usual and will last 2 hours.
A new 100% cotton black t-shirt in the size and style of your choice is REQUIRED for this class! We will be handling chemicals in this class. Please do not bring younger children to the class with you. Anyone under the age of 13 will not be permitted in the classroom. Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: Oct. 29 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person.
Cacti and Succulents 101 Colleyville Garden Club member Bill Utley will discuss the basics of cultivating and propagating cactus and succulent plants. He will be bringing in some examples to share with the class as well. Bill is a member of the following organizations: Fort Worth Cactus and Succulent Society, Cactus and Succulent Society of America, Texas Association of Cactus and Succulent Societies, and Hobby Greenhouse Association. He is most interested in Texas native cacti. He also makes many of his own pots for his plants.
Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Dates: Oct. 15 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person.
Evolving Gardens: Ongoing Revisions
The Colleyville Public Library offers access to over 300,000 e-books, e-audiobooks, e-magazines and digital newspapers. Learn how to access and utilize the Library’s digital collection. Participation in this class is reserved for Colleyville Public Library cardholders. Feel free to bring your device and follow along! Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Saturday 10:30-11:30 a.m. Dates: Sep. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 5, Dec. 3 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
ADULT PROGRAMS INTRO TO LIBRARY E-BOOKS E-MAGAZINESAND
Jean Neisius will discuss how her home gardens have evolved over the 32 years that she and her husband have lived in their home in Colleyville. Jean is very involved in the Colleyville community. Some of the community groups she is involved with in addition to the Colleyville Garden Club are the Colleyville Public Library Foundation and the Colleyville Woman’s Club. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 1:00-2:00 p.m. Dates: Oct. 15 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. 10
GARDENING TIPS WITH COLLEYVILLE GARDEN CLUB Plan Now for a Beautiful Spring Colleyville Garden Club member Anita Barnwell will discuss how to add color to your garden using bulbs, rhizomes, and seeds. Anita takes photos of flowers in and around Colleyville and will hopefully share some of her photos with the class. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Sat., 10:30-11:30 a.m. Dates: Oct. 15 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person.
HEALTHY LIVING TO PREVENT DISEASE AND LIVE LONGER Health and time are things that we never get back once gone. Doing all we can to extend life in a healthy way can be overwhelming. Modern medicine plays a large role in this, but so do simple habits and lifestyles. Join us in a discussion on how we can naturally improve our longevity. Live longer, better healthy lives through clean and intentional living. Let’s be the best 90 year olds we can be! Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 7:00-8:00 p.m. Dates: Oct. 27 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person.
This class is based on self-awareness and preventing negative situations as well as techniques to deflect and defend against attacks. The techniques taught are founded in ATA Taekwondo and taught by licensed ATA instructors. This is a six week course. There will be a graduation celebration at the end for those who have attended the majority of the classes. Please note that registering for this class means you are signing up for all six classes. Space is limited. Please let us know if you are unable to attend so that we can give someone else an opportunity to participate.
Whether you are aging into Medicare this year or are already enrolled, come to this educational workshop which will cover part A, B, C, and D of this government health benefit that can be quite confusing. Learn more about the basics and intricacies of Medicare at this session which will be hosted by Matt Curry, a licensed insurance agent specializing in Medicare. Ask questions and be better informed about your options.
Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Wed., 1:30–2:30 p.m. Date: Sep. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16
Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Tue., 12:00-1:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 13, Sep. 20, Sep. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 18
ADULT PROGRAMS BASIC SELF-DEFENSE WITH COLLEYVILLE ATA MARTIAL ARTS
CONFUSED BY MEDICARE?
Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 10:30–11:30 a.m. Date: Sep. 1, Sep. 15, Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Nov. 3, Nov. 17, Dec. 1
Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room
Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room A Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person.
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Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
A junk journal is a book which is often made through found and recycled materials to be used as a way to collect and record memories, thoughts, ideas, and inspiration. Sheila Swanson will provide all of the supplies you will need to make a junk journal and walk you through each step of the creation process.
Uniquely Handmade
ADULT PROGRAMS GET CRAFTY!
Join us one Saturday each month for a DIY craft series open to teens and adults. Junk Journals with Swan & Hare
Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person.
Do you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, make jewelry, draw, collage, scrapbook, or do any other type of arts and crafts? Come share your ideas, show off your work and get another crafter’s eye and perspective. Chat and meet your neighbors while you work on your craft. Bring any project you’re working on, or come just to be inspired. All levels of crafting experience are welcome. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Wed., 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Date: Sep. 7, 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28
Halloween Bleach Tie Dye ***IMPORTANT***
Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com 12
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The instructor requires all participants to be 16 years of age or older. Please do not bring younger children to the class with you. Anyone under the age of 16 will not be permitted in the classroom. Also, please note that this class is longer than usual and will last 2 hours. Ages: 16+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-2:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 24
Contact: Adult Services Bring Your Own T-shirt
Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dec.Colleyville10 Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Adult Services at reference@colleyville.com817.503.1155
What is a junk journal?
CRAFT & CHAT: BRING YOUR OWN PROJECT
A new 100% cotton black t-shirt in the size and style of your choice is REQUIRED for this class! We will be handling chemicals in this class. Please do not bring younger children to the class with you. Anyone under the age of 13 will not be permitted in the Ages:classroom. 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: Oct. 29 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com Ruffled Felt Pumpkins Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Dates: Nov. 19 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 6 and can be done online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com or in person. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com Bead and Sequin Ornaments
Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 2nd Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
LATE EDITION BOOK CLUB
Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room (Holiday Party to be held in 2nd Floor Meeting Room B)
Share your thirst for knowledge with others while discussing nonfiction books. Snacks and a limited number of books are provided.
Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room (Holiday Party to be held in 2nd Floor Meeting Room B)
Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 4th Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 22, Oct. 27, Dec. 8 (Holiday Party)
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: Sep. 8, Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 8 (Holiday Party)
Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room (Holiday Party to be held in 2nd Floor Meeting Room B)
Date: Sep. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8 (Holiday Party)
BOOKS ‘N’ BRUNCH BOOK CLUB 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.
Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com
ADULT PROGRAMS 13
KEEPING IT NONFICTIONREALBOOK CLUB