Branching Out - Children's: Fall 2016 by Durham County Library

Branching Out Highlights of News & Events for Sep. - Nov. 2016

Diama K. and Sereani K.

Programs for kids

Locations Main Library

300 N. Roxboro St., 919-560-0100 Children’s Unit, 919-560-0130 Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thur. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 - 6 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun. 2 - 6 p.m.

Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center 3200 Dearborn Dr., 919-560-0210 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 2 - 6 p.m.

East Regional

211 Lick Creek Ln., 919-560-0203 Children’s Unit, 919-560-0214 Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thur. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 - 6 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun. 2 - 6 p.m.

North Regional

221 Milton Rd., 919-560-0231 Children’s Unit, 919-560-0232 Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thur. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 - 6 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun. 2 - 6 p.m.

South Regional

4505 S. Alston Ave., 919-560-7409 Children’s Unit, 919-560-7410 Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thur. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 - 6 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun. 2 - 6 p.m.

Durham County Library’s

Cultural Diversity Committee Proudly Presents:

Southwest Regional

3605 Shannon Rd., 919-560-8590 Children’s Unit, 919-560-8592 Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thur. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 - 6 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun. 2 - 6 p.m.

MACFEST: THE 1ST ANNUAL MULTICULTURAL ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL! Saturday, Sep. 24, 2 p.m.  Durham Central Park

Stanford L. Warren Branch

Featuring musical performers Sahara Reggae Band, Indigo Dance Evolution Academy, multicultural crafts and much, much more! Come out and join us for this free, fun-filled, family celebration. Multicultural food trucks available featuring Boricua Soul and so much more!

1201 Fayetteville St., 919-560-0270 Hours: Mon., Tue. and Thur. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wed. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. 2 - 6 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Photography Photos taken by staff at Summer Reading Kickoff, 2016 at Northgate Mall. Page 3 1. Joseph A. 2. Eliza B. and Bentley B. 3. Ahlanie C. 4. Lydia B. 5. Zeidi A., Yareny A. and Kevin A. 6. Mesu K. 7. Mykayla C. 8. Kennedi B. 9. Caitlyn S. and Whitney S.

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Table of Contents: Children’s Programs Directory/Locations.....................................2 Photo Gallery from SR Kickoff......................3 Storytimes.............................................. 4-5 Bragtown.................................................. 6 East Regional.......................................... 6-7

Main Library........................................... 7-8 North Regional....................................... 8-9 South Regional.......................................... 9 Southwest Regional................................. 10 Stanford L. Warren.................................... 10

Holiday Closings

All Durham County Library locations will be closed: Labor Day Sunday, September 4 - Monday, September 5 Fall Staff Development Day Wednesday, November 9 Thanksgiving Thursday, November 24 - Friday, November 25

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Brag tow n MAGICAL MONDAYS STORYTIME (Preschool) Mondays, Sep. 19; Oct. 17, 31; Nov. 21 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Stop by for a morning of magical stories and more! SING A SONG STORYTIME (Preschool) Mondays, Oct. 10; Nov. 14 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Music strengthens children’s literacy skills. Help your child grow as they expand their vocabulary through songs and rhymes.

Eas t Reg ional LAPSIT/TODDLER STORYTIME (Babies, Toddlers) Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Children from birth to 3 years old and their parents/caregivers can enjoy time with other little ones while participating in interactive stories, action songs and finger plays. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (Preschool) Wednesdays (except Sep. 7 and Nov. 9) 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Enjoy a 25-35 minute program featuring picture books, activities, songs and flannel board stories for preschool age children. This program gives caregivers and children the opportunity to share, listen and enjoy stories together.

FAMILY STORYTIME: PLAY AND READ/ JUGAR Y LEER (3-5 Year Olds) Saturdays, Oct. 1, 22; Nov. 12 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. This storytime-style program for children between 3 and 5 years old includes stories, music and crafts in both English and Spanish.

*Registration is required.

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Main Li b rar y *LAPSIT TIME (Babies, 2 Year Olds) Wednesdays (except Nov. 23, 30) 10:30 - 11 a.m.

*GROUPTIME STORYHOUR (All Ages) Thursdays by request (except Nov. 24) 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Singing and dancing is good for the soul. It’s never too early to get your little one grooving to the beat. Join us for this magical sing-along program, sprinkled with hand rhymes, finger plays, stories and more.

Join local daycares, schools and camps for this fun-filled series. Grouptime Storyhour offers stories, songs, crafts and more. This program is presented only at the request of a group as it is designed specifically for schools, daycares and camps. Parents and children are welcom to join in, too. For further information call Anna Cromwell at 919-560-0130.

*TODDLER TIME (2 Year Olds) Mondays (except Sep. 5; Nov. 21, 28) 10:30 - 11 a.m. Give your child a strong educational foundation through engaging, ageappropriate play and experiences. Toddler Time introduces children to sounds, rhythmic movement and music. It also provides parents and caregivers a chance to exchange ideas and information. Join us for stories, hand rhymes, finger plays and more.

*PAJAMA TIME (Babies, 2 Year Olds, Preschool) Mondays (except Sep. 5; Nov. 21, 28) 7 - 7:30 p.m. Bring your soft blankets and stuffed animals, and let’s get cozy as we share whimsical stories and bedtime songs. Parents and caregivers can sit back and relax while we get your little one ready for bed at Pajama Time!

*PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (Preschool) Tuesdays (except Nov. 22, 29) 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime helps prepare children for kindergarten by introducing preschool concepts, circle-time etiquette, socialization skills and creativity. Join us for stories, games, music, crafts and so much more! This program is suggested for children between 3 and 5 years old.

*SATURDAY MORNING STORYHOUR (All Ages) Saturdays (except Nov. 26) 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Looking for a fun family outing for the weekend? Visit your local library for Saturday’s storytime! Enjoy stories, music, crafts and more, all while getting to know others from your community. This program is open to children from infancy to first grade. Come and join in the fun!

*BILINGUAL STORYTIME WITH MS. CLAUDIA AND MS. OLIVIA (All Ages) Saturdays, Sep. 17; Oct. 15 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories and songs in both Spanish and English, followed by a wonderful craft session! Sing and dance together and make new friends.

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FAMILY STORYTIME (Babies, 2 Year Olds, Preschool) Tuesdays 10:30 - 11 a.m. Join us for this fun-filled family storytime.

BABY LAPSITTERS (6-23 Months) Wednesdays, Sep. 7 - Nov. 30 (except Nov. 9) 10:30 - 11 a.m. Join us for finger plays, songs, rhymes and stories perfect for your baby.

SINGIN’ AND SHAKIN’ STORIES (Babies, 2 Year Olds, Preschool) Wednesdays 10 - 10:30 a.m. Join us for this old favorite—a music and movement storytime for little ones! Please note this program is now at a new time.

TODDLER RHYMETIME (1-3 Year Olds) Mondays, Sep. 12 - Nov. 28 10:30 - 11 a.m. Join us for songs, rhymes, finger plays and lots of fun for toddlers.

STORYTIME FOR ALL AGES (Babies, 2 Year Olds, Preschool) Wednesdays 10:40 - 11:10 a.m. Babies, toddlers and preschool age children can listen to books, boogie to the music and participate in fun pop-up activities that build early literacy skills. We hope to see you at this storytime now at a new time on a new day!

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (3-5 Year Olds) Tuesdays, Sep. 6 - Nov. 29 (except Nov. 8) 10:30 - 11 a.m. Join us for books, songs, activities and a craft perfect for your preschooler. KOREAN STORYTIME (All Ages) Saturdays, Sep. 10; Oct. 8; Nov. 5 10:30 - 11 a.m. Join us for a bilingual storytime featuring Korean and English stories, songs and games for children of all ages. FAMILY STORYTIME (All Ages) Saturdays, Sep. 24; Oct. 22; Nov. 19 10:30 - 11 a.m. Join us for books, songs, activities and a craft perfect for young children.

S o uthwes t Reg ional BABY AND ME LAPSIT (0-23 Months) Miss Margaret, Mondays, Sep. 12 - Nov. 14 10:30 - 11 a.m.; 11:15 - 11:45 a.m. Miss Allie, Tuesdays, Sep. 6 - Nov. 15 9:45 - 10:15 a.m.; 10:30 - 11 a.m. Enjoy songs, stories, rhymes and activities for you and your baby. STORYTIME FOR TWO’S (2 Year Olds) Thursdays, Sep. 8 - Nov. 17 10:30 - 11 a.m. This storytime is the perfect transition from low-key lapsit to more ruckus storytimes. Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes with Miss Margaret. TERRIFIC TALES (Preschool) Wednesdays, Sep. 7 - Nov. 16 10:30 - 11 a.m. Join Miss Ruth for some terrific tales, silly songs and family storytime fun! GERMAN STORYTIME (Preschool) Saturdays, Sep. 17; Oct. 15; Nov. 19 10:30 - 11 a.m. Join Carolina Kinder for songs, stories and rhymes in German! It’s fun for the whole family! CHINESE STORYTIME (Preschool) Saturdays, Sep. 17; Oct. 15; Nov. 19 11:15 a.m. - 12 noon Join us for songs, stories and rhymes in Chinese. PAJAMA STORYTIME (Family) First and third Mondays, Sep. 12 - Nov. 14 6:30 - 7 p.m. Join Miss Allie and Miss Patty for bedtime stories, songs and family fun on the first and third Monday nights of the month! Pajamas and stuffed animal friends are encouraged.

St an f or d L . War r en MONDAY MORNING STORYTIME (Babies, Toddlers, Preschool) Mondays 10:30 - 11 a.m. Children under 6 years old are invited to participate in interactive stories, songs, games and a fun craft! Large groups, please call in advance so that we can accommodate you. *Registration is required.

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Brag tow n WHAT’S IN YOUR GARDEN? (Toddlers, Preschool) Mondays, Sep. 12; Oct. 3; Nov. 7 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Join master gardener Melissa Young to plant flowers, pull weeds and groom the garden. READERS THEATER WORKSHOP Tuesdays, Sep. 20 - Oct. 25 5 - 5:45 p.m. Join in the fun and make stories come to life! Adapt stories from books into plays! Children will run lines, do acting warm ups and practice staging the play they will perform for friends and family at the end of this six-week series presented by the Library Youth Partners—Durham high school students who create fun literacy events for children. This program is made possible by an endowment from GlaxoSmithKline. *MISS HUMBLEBEE’S ACADEMY (Preschool, Kindergarten) Mondays, Sep. 26; Oct. 24; Nov. 28 11 a.m. - 12 noon Help your child prepare for kindergarten early! Learn about one of the newest free online resources the library provides for very young children. Similar to ABC Mouse, Miss Humblebee’s Academy offers a full online curriculum with progress reports, assessments, hundreds of lessons and much more.

*TECHNO SATURDAYS (10-13 Year Olds) Saturdays, Oct. 1- Nov. 19 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. This series focuses on digital literacy including topics such as email basics, creating websites and more.

*Registration is required.

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E as t Reg ional MONTHLY SCAVENGER HUNTS (All Ages) Each month we offer a new scavenger hunt! Next time you’re at the library participate in the monthly scavenger hunt and find all the hidden items in the library to win a prize! Look for fall leaves in September, find pumpkins in October and search for turkeys in November! *CREATE AND GET MESSY! (All Ages) Fridays, Sep. 2; Oct. 7; Nov. 4 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. On the first Friday of the month, come create some messy crafts! Don’t worry, the library will handle the clean up! All supplies provided. In September, make your own Play Doh. In October, enjoy apple stamping. In November, create your own turkey art!

*BLOCK BUDDIES (Babies, Toddlers, Preschool) Mondays, Sep. 12, 26; Oct. 10, 24; Nov. 14, 28 10 - 11 a.m. Playing with blocks helps babies and toddlers master developing motor skills, encourages early problem solving and introduces fundamental concepts like colors, shapes, balance and pattern recognition. Bring your babies and toddlers to explore an array of building blocks. Please note this is free, self-guided play time and not a structured program. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This program is intended for children ages 6 and under.

OPEN HOUSE – CELEBRATING 10 YEARS Wednesday, Sep. 14 3 - 5 p.m. Thursday, Sep. 15 6 - 8 p.m. Come help East Regional Library celebrate 10 years of service to the community! Enjoy refreshments, activities and music.

*FULL STEAM AHEAD! (Elementary) Mondays, Sep. 12, 26; Oct. 10, 24; Nov. 7, 21 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Sep. 12 - Celebrate Video Games Day! Enjoy a night of video games with friends at the library! Sep. 26 - Celebrate Comic Book Day! Come create your own comic strip! Oct. 10 - Meet Dot and Dash, the library’s robots! Learn to code and more! Oct. 24 - Enjoy Lego night at the library! Come build your masterpiece! Nov. 7 - Take part in our mini Maker’s Space! Nov. 21 - See a movie at the library! Snacks provided.

*WII HOUR (Preschool, Elementary) Wednesdays, Sep. 14; Oct. 19; Nov. 16 3:30 - 5 p.m. Go on an adventure with enjoyable, fascinating video games! Make new friends and play during this hour and half of gaming at the library.

*HOMESCHOOL HUB Every other Thursday, Sep. 22; Oct. 6, 20; Nov. 3, 17 10 - 11 a.m. Come meet other homeschoolers in your area! Each program explores a new, exciting topic and activity in science, history, literature or art—all of which aim to nurture a love of reading, reinforce literacy skills and encourage creative thinking.

*MATH BINGO & SUNDAES (Elementary) Thursday, Sep. 22 5 - 6 p.m. Come out for an awesome game of bingo, ice cream and education. We have addition, subtraction and multiplication and division bingo. Once you win a game you get to make your own ice cream sundae! We have enough for everyone. Don’t miss this fun math program.

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*GAMETOPIA (Elementary) Fridays, Sep. 23; Oct. 28; Nov. 18 3:15 - 4:30 p.m. Boredgames lately?with Come card all play yourboard friendsgames at theand library! Recommended for ages 5 and up.

E as t Reg ional GAMETOPIA (Elementary) Fridays, Sep. 23; Oct. 28; Nov. 18 3:15 - 4:30 p.m. Bored lately? Come play board games and card games with all your friends at the library! Recommended for ages 5 and up. *FUN FAMILY EXERCISING (Elementary, Middle, High School, Adults) Tuesdays, Sep. 27; Oct. 11, 18; Nov. 15, 22, 29 7 - 8:30 p.m. Let’s get fit with CIZE. Have fun getting fit and meeting new people! Dance skills are not required!

*FOOD & FUN (Elementary) Thursdays, Sep. 29; Oct. 13; Nov. 10 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Join us once a month to make delicious food and snacks. The menu may change at the last minute, but the plan is to make fudge in a bag in September and fruit pizza in October. In November, we’ll decorate cookies.

*MARSHMALLOW BUILDING Thursday, Oct. 27 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Construct bridges using marshmallows and toothpicks. All you need to bring is your imagination!

*HALLOWEEN HOOT! (Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary) Monday, Oct. 31 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Enjoy a Halloween-themed family storytime! Costumes are encouraged!

Main Li b rar y ALL-STAR TUTORING CENTER: MATH AND READING ASSISTANCE (Grades K-6) Ongoing, Monday - Friday, Sep. - Nov. 3 - 5 p.m.

*ZUMBA FOR KIDS WITH GEORGIA WYCHE! (All Ages) Saturday, Sep. 3 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Looking for free homework help? Visit our “All-Star Tutoring Center.” In a quiet environment, tutors will assist your child with reading comprehension, letter and sound recognition and mathematics. Each 30-minute session is provided by appointment only. Hours may vary based on availability. Please call 919-560-0130 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

It’s time to get moving! Enjoy exercise in the form of dance! Join us for this fast tempo and exciting program. This is an intergenerational program, so everyone’s welcome: moms, dads, teens, tweens and kids. Stop by and meet Georgia Wyche as she shares popular tunes, cool moves and the fun of Zumba exercise!

*LEGO CLUB! (All Ages) Wednesdays (except on Nov. 23, 30) 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. If you can’t get enough of LEGOs, join the LEGO Club! There’s a different building assignment every week. Join in the fun with your fellow LEGO maniacs and get building!

*DESIGN ART (6-12 Year Olds) Sundays 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Coloring isn’t just for kids, it’s for middle schoolers, teens and adults, too. Design Art introduces participants to the intricate details of coloring pages and the creative use of water color pencils and two-tone markers. Join us for this calming activity and create a masterpiece!

*MISS HUMBLEBEE’S ACADEMYONLINE PRESCHOOL LEARNING (Preschool) Sundays (except Sep. 4; Nov. 20, 27) 3 - 4 p.m. Miss Humblebee’s Academy is an awardwinning, online curriculum for children from preschool through kindergarten in math, science, social studies, language, literacy, art and music. It includes hundreds of guided lessons with sound cues. Parents/caregivers guide the child through a host of conceptbased lessons.

*GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BIRD NEIGHBORS (All Ages) Saturday, Sep. 17 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon Join members of the New Hope Audubon Society to transform the Children’s Program Room into an amazing and interactive bird exhibit. Learn about birds common to this area and their habitats. We will play a game, share a song or two and make a craft.

*EASY ORIGAMI! (6-12 Year Olds) Mondays, Sep. 19; Oct. 17; Nov. 21 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Join us for this three-part series introducing children to origami. Start with the basic folding skills and, by session three, end in amazing works of art. Children are encouraged to enroll in all three sessions as skills taught are cumulative. Younger children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver to provide assistance.

ELMO FALL READING CLUB! (Preschool, Kindergarten) Ongoing, Sep. 23 - Nov. 18 Join Elmo and his friends for this fun reading adventure! Read five of your little one’s favorite titles. Enjoy monthly club meetings and reading incentives—stickers, prizes, reading bags, tattoos, Elmo balloon buddies, participant certificates and selfies with Elmo. Sep. 23, 3 p.m. – Fall Reading Club Kick-Off/ Elmo and Friends Movie and Popcorn Hour Oct. 21, 3 p.m. – Elmo Craft Time Nov. 18, 3 p.m. – Reading Club Finale/Elmo Cupcake Party

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Mai n Li br ar y SPOOKTACULAR STORIES AN EXERCISE IN WRITING (All Ages) Oct. 1 - 30 Ongoing Do you tell the best scary stories? Join our Spooky Storywriter’s contest. Stop by and pick up your starter package and get writing. Each story will be displayed in the library and voted on. Include original artwork, too. Prizes and certificates will be awarded, along with the title of Durham County Library’s Scariest Storywriter!”

*COOKING THE HISPANIC WAY: CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH (All Ages) Saturday, Oct. 8 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 through October 15. Celebrate by sharing some of the many spices and herbs associated with Hispanic cuisine. The dish of the day is Spicy Chicken in Soft Taco Shells” loaded with vegetables. Join in the fun as we sample a variety of spicy salsas and toppings. Parents/caregivers and children only. Space is limited.

*HULA HOOP HOUR (8-12 Year Olds) Saturdays, Oct. 8, 15 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. There are over sixty tricks that can be done with a hula hoop! Join Adrian Culpepper as she shares her passion for this fun fitness tool, teaching “on body” and “off body” moves. We’ll bring the hoops, you bring the enthusiasm!

*STRUM ALONG WITH MR. PRESTON CLARKE OF NOTASIUM, THE UKELELE MAN! (Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten) Wednesday, Oct. 12 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Sing and dance with Mr. Preston, lead Notasiumeer” of the popular Notasium Play Space and Music School in Durham. An accomplished musician and songwriter, Mr. Preston will bring his ukelele to share original songs and classic favorites.

*Registration is required.

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*FULL STEAM” AHEAD – AN ART PROJECT: MARBLING MASTERPIECES! (6-12 Year Olds) Saturday, Oct. 15 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. The library’s goal is to engage, educate and prepare children for careers in technology and science. Our Full STEAM” Ahead program, presented by Anna Cromwell, provides a hands-on activity that connects kids to the fun of STEAM” education. Try your hand at painting with marbles! All art supplies are provided.

*HALLOWEEN SING-ALONG! (Preschool) Tuesday, Oct. 25 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. From the Five Little Pumpkins” to the Monster Mash,” you won’t want to miss this Halloween bash! Join Miss Laurel and the gang for this rip-roaring holiday sing-along, followed by a short story, a sweet treat and a spooky craft!

*A GATHERING OF LITTLE GHOSTS AND GHOULS! (Babies, Toddlers, Preschool) Monday, Oct. 31 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Enjoy Halloween stories, songs, a spooky craft and a holiday treat. This program is recommended for children from infancy to preschool. Double your fun by dressing up as your favorite Halloween character!

*EASY NO BAKE THANKSGIVING COOKIES! (Kindergarten, Elementary) Wednesday, Nov. 16 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Calling all little bakers, cooks and chefs! Join us for this Thanksgiving program as we make a delicious treat worth being thankful for! Decorate your very own supersize cookie with frosting, chocolate chips, marshmallows, licorice and other sweet treats!

HOMESCHOOL LEARNING LAB (Preschool, Kindergarten, 6-12 Year Olds) Thursdays, beginning Sep. 8 (No lab on Oct. 20 or Nov. 24) 9:30 a.m. The Homeschool Learning Lab allows homeschoolers time and space to come together in the library for social, educational and fun programming. Each week brings exploration of different activities. Parents are always invited to facilitate a lab. *YOUNG CRITICS BOOK CLUB (Grades 3-5) Every other Thursday, beginning Sep. 8 4 - 5 p.m. Kids in grades 3 through 5 who love to read are invited to submit applications of interest to North Regional Library’s Young Critics Book Club. Kids will act as reviewers of new and current books, write submissions for the Young Critics blog and write a short story with the help and guidance of librarians. Join the fun and connect with other kids who love to read!

*GINGERBREAD GRANDPARENTS DAY (6-12 Year Olds, Elementary) Friday, Sep. 9 3 - 4 p.m. Join in the fun of decorating gingerbread cookies. Come in and celebrate Grandparents Day with gingerbread goodies, crafts and more.

*TUTORING AT NORTH REGIONAL LIBRARY (Elementary) Tuesdays & Thursdays, Sep. 13 - Nov. 17 Tutoring is offered on a first-come, firstserved basis to children in elementary school. Space is limited, and an application must be completed in order to receive tutoring. Applications will be accepted August 22 through 26. Schedules will be emailed out by September 7.

KNITTING FOR KIDS (Kindergarten, Elementary) Saturdays, Sep. 17; Oct. 8, 29; Nov. 19 11 a.m. Join Mrs. Cecilia to learn and strengthen your knitting skills.

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*SUPER STEAM SERIES (6-12 Year Olds, Elementary) Thursdays, Sep. 22, 29; Oct. 13, 20; Nov. 10 3:30 p.m.

*IT’S A FRUIT EMERGENCY! (Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary) Thursday, Oct. 27 3 p.m.

Power up with full STEAM in our Super STEAM Series. Join in the fun of science, technology, engineering, art and math. Conduct fun-filled experiments, create and learn!

The fruit has been sliced and needs to be put back together again. Bring your surgery skills, and we will provide the tools. It will be a bunch of fun.

*NATIVE AMERICANS’ DAY (6-12 Year Olds, Elementary) Friday, Sep. 23 10:30 a.m.

THANKSGIVING CRAFT TIME (Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary) Thursday, Nov. 17 4 p.m. Create Thanksgiving cards, crafts and gratefulness rocks to give to your loved ones for the holiday. All supplies provided. Light refreshments will be served.

Come celebrate and honor Native American cultures, contributions and heritage! Make crafts, play games, dance and have fun.

STUFFED ANIMAL PAJAMA JAM SLEEPOVER (Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary) Thursday, Sep. 29 2 - 6 p.m.

*BALLOON ANIMAL BLAST (6-12 Year Olds) Tuesday, Nov. 22 3 p.m.

Drop your favorite stuffed animal off at the library for a sleepover. Your stuffed animal will enjoy a storytime filled with music and a fun photoshoot in some of the library’s coolest spaces, including the teen room. They are going to have a blast. Pick up your stuffed animal the next day and learn about all the fun that took place overnight!

Put your creative hats on and join Miss Soyoung for this interactive, skill building program that teaches children how to make amazing balloon creations. Learn the intricate techniques of balloon sculpting and take home your creations! Participants must be ages 6 to 12 and have the hand strength and dexterity to twist and shape balloons.

*BE SWEET TO YOUR TEETH DENTAL HYGIENE AWARENESS (Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary) Saturday, Oct. 15 10:30 a.m.

*CYBER MONDAY Monday, Nov. 28 3 p.m.

Join us for the promotion of healthy teeth just in time for Halloween. Celebrate a healthy smile with dental hygiene crafts, demonstrations and free giveaways.

Love robots, 3D printing and all things technology? Join us for Cyber Monday featuring the library’s robots Dot and Dash.

*Registration is required.

FROM BOOKS TO THE BIG SCREEN (All Ages) Mondays, Sep. 12; Oct. 3; Nov. 7 5 - 7 p.m. Many beloved books, new and old, are being transformed into movies. Come enjoy your favorite classic and popular children’s stories on the big screen. *BOIL, BAKE, SIZZLE (7-11 Year Olds) Saturday, Sep. 24 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Is there a future chef in your family? Do your kids like to help make snacks and simple dishes? Come make simple dishes using healthy ingredients.

BACK TO SCHOOL CRAFT CELEBRATION (Elementary) Monday, Sep. 26 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. We’re hosting a Back to School Craft Celebration! Make shrinky dink charms, pencil cup holders, paper weights, pencil toppers and more! WINNIE-THE-POOH PARTY (All Ages) Saturday, Oct. 8 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. It’s the 90th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh! We’re celebrating that bear who loves hunny” with Winnie-the-Pooh stories, games and crafts. This is a great program for kids and their families! HALLOWEEN HOOT (All Ages) Thursday, Oct. 20 6 - 7 p.m. Come for a spooktacular evening of Halloween stories, activities and trick-ortreating. Wear your costume! HITTING THE MARK (Grades 4-7) Saturday, Oct. 22 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Tweens in grades 4 through 7 are invited outside to try different activities to test aim and skill! *I LOVE TO WRITE DAY (Grades 2-5) Tuesday, Nov. 15 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. Are you an aspiring author or poet? Come celebrate I Love to Write Day! Kids can try their hand at creative writing or bring in a piece of writing from home to share and discuss. Fall 2016 2014 Branching Out

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*PARACHUTE PLAYTIME (2-3 Year Olds) Tuesdays, Sep. 6, 20; Oct. 4, 18; Nov. 1, 15, 29 2:30 - 3 p.m.

*WHERE IN THE WORLD? (Elementary) Wednesdays, Sep. 14; Oct. 12; Nov. 9 4 - 4:45 p.m.

Join Miss Patty and Miss Ruth as we walk, sit, dance and play with a parachute.

Where in the world can we go? Come to the library and get ready to travel to a new place and time each month. Learn about a different country and its history and make a craft!

MOVEMENT & MUSIC (2-5 Year Olds)

Wednesdays, Sep. 7 - Nov. 30 9:45 -10:15 a.m. Join us for an exciting program filled with music and movement. Get out some energy by creating your own dance moves to fun children’s music.

*HOMESCHOOL BOOKCLUB (Grades 4-5) Tuesdays, Sep. 7; Oct. 5; Nov. 2 1:30 - 2:15 p.m. Join Miss Ruth at book club for homeschoolers! Read a book of your choice related to the monthly theme and come talk about it with other children who are homeschooled.

LEGO LAB (All Ages)

Fridays, Sep. 9, 23; Oct. 7, 21; Nov. 4, 18 4 - 4:45 p.m. Are you ready to build? We’ve got the LEGOs, you just need to bring your imagination.

HISTORIAS EN ESPANOL LOS SÁBADOS / SATURDAY SPANISH STORYTIME

Saturdays, Sep. 10; Oct. 8; Nov. 5 11:15 - 11:45 a.m. Hola Amigos, vengan a cantar canciones y escuchar historias en espanol. Espero verte pronto! / Hi kids, join us for songs and stories all in Spanish. I hope to see you there!

*PARACHUTE PLAYTIME (4-5 Year Olds) Tuesdays, Sep. 13, 27; Oct. 11, 25; Nov. 8, 22 2:30 - 3 p.m. Join Miss Patty and Miss Ruth as we walk, sit, dance and play with a parachute.

HOGWARTS CLUB FOR WITCHCRAFT AND WIZARDRY (6-12 Year Olds) Saturdays, Sep. 17; Oct. 15; Nov. 12 4 - 5 p.m. Every month, the Hogwarts Club for Witchcraft and Wizardry meets to discuss Harry Potter and do a magical activity!

*FIRE SAFETY WEEK STORYTIME DON’T WAIT – CHECK THE DATE! REPLACE SMOKE ALARMS EVERY 10 YEARS” Thursday, Oct. 13 2:15 - 3:15 p.m. Join us for a special Fire Safety Storytime with stories, songs, a craft and your chance to meet a real firefighter!

COSTUME WEEK (All Ages) Tuesday, Oct. 25 – Monday, Oct. 31 All Day Wear your costume and come by the children’s desk for a treat! COSTUME SPOOKY TIME (All Ages) Monday, Oct. 31 6 - 8 p.m. If you’re looking for a spooky time, join us at the library for crafts, games, a photo station and trick-or-treating at each desk. Get ready for a frightfully fun time! *Registration is required.

GARDEN CLUB (6-12 Year Olds; Teens) Tuesdays, Sep. 13, Oct. 4, Nov. 1 5 - 6 p.m. Learn about all types of plants as we tend our library garden with Master Gardener Ms. Melissa. SLW SCIENTISTS SERIES (6-12 Year Olds, Teens) EGG-STRAVAGANZA! Tuesday, Sep. 20 4 - 5 p.m. Who knew that eggs could be so fun? Try to squash them, walk on them without breaking them, make them shrink and expand and even bounce them like rubber balls! SLIME TIME! Tuesday, Oct. 18 4 - 5 p.m. It’s gooey, sticky, slimy and totally awesome! Make your own slime to take home just in time for Halloween! MAD SCIENCE Tuesday, Nov. 15 4 -5 p.m. Mad Science presents Electricity!” a program where you can Learn about static electricity and build circuits with stronger currents. Light up plasma balls and play fun games with conductivity.” BANNED BOOKS WEEK (All Ages) Sunday, Sep. 25 - Saturday, Oct. 1 All Day Celebrate your right to read! Stop by the library to see the importance of open information to everyone and take a look at books that have been banned in history. Take home one of the historically banned books and decide for yourself whether it’s worthy of your reading time. READY, SET, BUILD (6-12 Year Olds) Thursday, Oct. 13 4 - 5 p.m. Join us for a STEM building program featuring LEGOs and Laser Pegs.

Fall 2016 Branching Out

EVERYTHING APPLE (6-12 Year Olds, Teens) Thursday, Nov. 3 4 - 5 p.m. What better way to celebrate fall than with apples? Join us for fun with apple eating, apple making and apple crafting!