May 2015 Program Guide
Booked In
BrooksPublicLibrary
420 1st Avenue West
@brookslibrary
403-362-2947
@brookslibrary
brooks.shortgrass.ca
May 2015
Contact Information Hours of Operation
Library Closure
Monday: 10:00am to 5:00pm
The Brooks Public Library will be
Tuesday: 10:00am to 8:00pm
closed Monday May 18, 2015
Wednesday: 10:00am to 8:00pm
for the Victoria Day holiday.
Thursday: 10:00am to 8:00pm
We will reopen at 10:00am on
Friday: 10:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesday May 19, 2015.
Saturday: 10:00am to 5:00pm Sunday: 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Contact Information Phone: 403-362-2947 Email: brolib@shortgrass.ca Website: brooks.shortgrass.ca
Let us help you get active! You can check out a Lakeside Leisure Centre Pass from the Brooks Public Library. Ask us at the Circulation desk for more information.
Download the Hoopla App on your digital device today and use your library card to check out audiobooks, music, movies, and tv shows for free. 2 Contact Information
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May 2015
Friends of the Library
Give us a call! 403-362-2947
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May 2015
Children’s Programs S is for Storytime Wednesday Mornings 10:15am to 11:00am S is a Storytime program designed with children in mind. We offer them 45 minutes of fun lled with stories, games, laughter, songs and crafts. You’ll nd that no two storytimes are ever the same but each is engaging and enjoyable for parents and kids alike.
Sparkling Tots Friday Afternoons 1:30pm to 2:00pm Sparkling Tots is a new story time designed for children who have extra support needs. Be it visual, hearing, physical, or cognitive - all are welcome to this one of a kind story time for kids ages 3 to 6 years old. Stop into the library today and pre-register and ll out a questionnaire. For more information please contact Shawna.
Wii Game Day Friday Afternoons 2:30pm to 4:30pm Calling all gamers! Come in and enjoy playing the coolest multi player games the Wii has to offer. Looking for more to do? We also have board games available to play. Wii Game Day is a free program for kids ages 7 to 12. 4 Children’s Programs
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May 2015
Children’s Programs Art Alive: Printmaking Saturday May 16 2:00pm to 3:30pm All ages are welcome to this afternoon of crafting. We will be getting our ngers into all sorts of paint for this printmaking session. (Don’t worry we will have lots of wet wipes for cleaning up.) This is a free programs, drop ins are welcome.
Family Story Time Saturday May 23 10:30am to 11:30am Come to the Brooks Public Library for a family storytime program lled with songs, rhymes, crafts and of course stories This free drop in program is open to children of all ages and their parents. For more information please contact Allison.
Let’s Get Crafty Saturday May 23 2:00pm to 4:00pm If you like to create you’ll love our drop in craft program. Make your own creation and have fun with the available materials while supplies last! This program is for children ages 7 to 12 and drop ins are welcome. Give us a call! 403-362-2947
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Computers for Beginners @ 10:15am
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S is for Storytime @ 10:15am
Family Board Game Night ESL Book Club @ 6:00pm @ 6:30pm Teen Advisory Board @ 6:30pm
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Computers for Beginners @ 10:15am
S is for Storytime @ 10:15am
Reader’s Choice Book Club @ 6:30pm
Money Talks: First Time Home Buyers @ 12:00 Noon
ESL Book Club @ 6:00pm
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Computers for Beginners @ 10:15am
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S is for Storytime @ 10:15am
Family Board Game Night ESL Book Club @ 6:00pm @ 6:30pm Victoria Day Library Closed
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Brooks Public Library Board Meeting @ 6:00pm
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Ladies Night Out: Book Art @ 7:00pm
ESL Book Club @ 6:00pm
Computers for Beginners @ 10:15am
S is for Storytime @ 10:15am
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420 First Avenue West Brooks, Alberta 403-362-2947 brolib@shortgrass.ca http://brooks.shortgrass.ca
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Magic: the Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm
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Book Club @ 6:00pm
Before You Hire a Contractor @ 7:00pm
Sparkling Tots @ 1:30pm
Wii Game Day @ 2:30pm Tween Scene: Origami & Papercrafts @ 2:00pm
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Death by Chocolate @ 11:00am
Death by Chocolate @ 11:00am
Wii Game Day @ 2:30pm
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Magic: the Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm
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Sparkling Tots @ 1:30pm
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Arts Alive: Printmaking @ 2:00pm
Wii Game Day @ 2:30pm First Time Artist Reception with Pat Neufeld @ 3:30pm
Book Club @ 6:00pm
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Magic: the Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm
Book Club @ 6:00pm
Winning Against Windfall Scams @ 7:00pm
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Sparkling Tots @ 1:30pm
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Family Story Time @ 10:30am
Wii Game Day @ 2:30pm
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Magic: the Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm
Let’s Get Crafty @ 2:00pm
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Sparkling Tots @ 1:30pm Wii Game Day @ 2:30pm
Book Club @ 6:00pm
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Brooks Garden Club Plant Sale @ 10:00am
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Teen Programs Tween Scene: Origami & Papercrafts Saturday May 2 2:00pm to 3:00pm It’s origami madness! We have SO MUCH PAPER, and need you transform it into amazing 3D works of art. Drop on in and see what you can create – will it be a dinosaur, a Star Wars character, a creepy crawler, or something we’ve never seen before? For tweens ages 9 to 12, drop ins welcome.
Teen Advisory Board Wednesday May 6 6:30pm to 7:00pm This is your library and we need your help to make it a place where all teens can hang out and feel welcome. The Library is looking for motivated and dedicated teens to help plan programs, decide what materials to buy and gain volunteer experience. Come down and hang out. For teens 13 to 17 years old or in grades 7 to 12.
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Teen Summer Reading Challenge Get up. Join in. Win Prizes. 8 Teen Programs
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May 2015
General Programs ESL/ELL Book Club Wednesday Nights 6:00pm to 7:30pm Do you want to practice reading in English? If so, join our ESL/ELL Book Club. We will be reading a book called The Picture of Nobody by Rabindranath Maharaj. The story is about a boy named Tommy, his family, and their new lives in Canada. Spaces are limited, so please contact SPEC to register. You can reach them at 403-501-5556.
Magic: the Gathering in the Library Thursday Nights 6:00pm to 8:00pm Are you looking for a way to play Magic while meeting new friends ? Grab your deck, then drop in and play Magic: the Gathering with other local players and practice your skills.
Computers for Beginners Tuesday Mornings, May 5 to 26 10:15am to 12:00 Noon If you, or someone you know, needs basic computer skills, help using the internet, or help ď€ guring out your e-mail, these classes are for you! Sign up for these free classes today at the Circulation Desk. Give us a call! 403-362-2947
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General Programs Family Board Game Night Tuesday Nights, May 5 and 19 6:30pm to 8:00pm Board game fans unite! We’re pulling out our large collection of board games for you and your friends and family to enjoy. We provide the games and snacks, you provide the memories. Everyone is welcome to drop in for this free Family Fun Event.
Before You Hire a Contractor Thursday May 7 7:00pm to 8:00pm This informative video conference session will help consumers hire a contractor by several factors, including estimates, licensing and how much money to lay down for a deposit.
Reader’s Choice Book Club Tuesday May 12 6:30pm to 7:30pm Do you want to join a book club but don’t want to be told what to read? Join us at the new Reader’s Choice Book Club. All you have to do is pick a book, read it and then tell the group what you thought. This is a drop in once a month program designed to get adults around the community discussing book, authors and genres. Everyone is welcome to attend. 10 General Programs
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May 2015
General Programs Money Talks: First Time Home Buyers Wednesday May 13 12:00 Noon to 1:00pm Purchasing your rst home, can be downright scary. There are a lot of things you need to know when you make, what for most people will be the single biggest purchase of their life. It’s important to have all the information you’ll need so you don’t get caught unaware during the buying process. Presented by Servus Credit Union.
Winning Against Windfall Scams Thursday May 21 7:00pm to 8:00pm This session will talk about scammers contacting victims claiming to work for a government agency or representing a wellknown organization,notifying them that they’ve won a lot of money or a prize.
Ladies Night Out: Book Art Tuesday May 26 7:00pm to 9:00pm Our popular program just for ladies is back! Get your girlfriends together for a fun night of crafting. We will provide everything you need for the night’s projects. $5.00 cost recovery fee, sign up at the library, space is limited. Give us a call! 403-362-2947
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May 2015
In the Gallery
A Study in Seashells Pat Neufeld
Artist Reception with Pat Neufeld Friday May 15, 3:30pm to 5:00pm Images courtesy of Pat Neufeld
This edition of Booked In published April 2014 All program dates and times subject to change without notice.
The Brooks Public Library is a proud member of the Shortgrass Library System.