September-November 2015
Classes & Events (940) 349-8752
www.dentonlibrary.com Art Contest Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month
The days are getting shorter but we’re staying open!
National Hispanic Heritage Month is a monthlong celebration of Hispanic history and culture. Denton Public Library is hosting an art contest for students:
SuperWhoOrphanLock Fandom Fest
Calling all Supernaturalists, Whovians, the Clone Club, and Sherlockians, to a totally geektastic event filled with food, friends, and fluffy tissues for all your feels. Games will be played, trivia will be questioned, and prizes will be won. Tears of joy and/or heartbreak may also be shed. For all ages.
♦♦ Open to children and teenagers in grades 4-12 ♦♦ Artwork must be original and hand-made (not produced digitally)
Sat 11/14 North Branch 2:30-5 p.m.
♦♦ Artwork can be created on paper sized 8.5-by-11 inches up to 9-by-12 inches (do not use ruled notebook paper). ♦♦ Artists may use any media but work cannot be mounted or framed ♦♦ Artwork must represent positive images reflecting the theme, “Latino/Americans: Building America Past, Present, or Future” ♦♦ Entries will be accepted Sept. 1-15 at any library location Artwork will be displayed at North Branch Library. Winners will be notified in October and winning entries will be mounted and displayed at the Denton County Courthouse. For more information, contact Carmen Grant at (940 349-8778 or Carmen.Grant@cityofdenton.com.
International Games Day @ South Branch
Join participants all around the world to celebrate International Games Day. We will have board games, Wii video games, and even a life-sized version of the arcade classic, Pac-Man. For all ages. Sat 11/21 South Branch 2-5 p.m.
International Games Day @ North Branch
Join us as we celebrate International Games Day with a library full of gaming options! We will provide board and card games to keep everyone challenged and entertained. Special guest Alexey Root, Woman International Master of Chess and author of the upcoming book Be Prepared with Chess Strategy, will provide chess puzzles for all levels throughout the afternoon. For all ages. Sat 11/21 North Branch 1-5 p.m.
Bilingual StoryTime Here Comes the Fire Truck!
Join the library as we read stories, then visit the Fire Department to learn about the gear and tools used to fight fires and stay safe, and see fire truck up close! (Unless it is out fighting a fire!) Best for ages 5-8. Thu 9/24 South Branch 3:30 p.m.
Fire Fighter StoryTime
Join us for a special StoryTime where we will read stories and sing songs about fire fighters, and then meet real Denton fire fighters. Best for ages 1-5. Fri 9/25 North Branch 11 a.m. Thu 10/1 South Branch 10 and 11 a.m. Sat 10/3 South Branch 10 a.m. Wed 10/7 Emily Fowler 11 a.m.
Hola! Join us for a bilingual StoryTime featuring stories, songs, and puppets. This will be a great learning opportunity for English and Spanish speakers alike. Sat 9/12 Emily Fowler 11 a.m.
Big Denton Playdate
Engage in fun games designed to delight young children and encourage early literacy. Come to play and leave ready to turn ordinary household objects into your child’s favorite toy. Denton Independent School District, Denton Public Library, and the University of North Texas will provide hands-on examples of different engaging activities at this free come-and-go program. For children age 5 and younger and their caregivers. Sat 9/26 Emily Fowler
10-11:30 a.m.
“365 Ideas to Go from Good to Great on Twitter” with Author John Sparks Learn how to use Twitter to increase your sales and online presence. Author and Twitter Coach John Sparks has 365 ideas to optimize your number of followers and business leads. Social media marketing can help to grow your business! Sparks will have copies of his book for sale. Registration is required – contact Kerry Montz at (940)349-8757 or Kerry.Montz@cityofdenton.com.
Tue 9/29
Emily Fowler
North Branch Library 3020 N. Locust St.
7 p.m.
Skateboard Competition and Demonstration
No, you can’t skate in the library parking lot, but you can watch sponsored skateboarders in this exciting competitive event. Come see talented skateboarders do their best tricks. Sponsored by Denton Skate Supply and Denton Skate Park. For all ages. Sat 10/3 North Branch 2 p.m.
South Branch Library 3228 Teasley Ln.
Emily Fowler Central Library 502 Oakland St.