September 2015 by Shortgrass Library System

September 2015 Program Guide

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BrooksPublicLibrary @brookslibrary

420 1st Avenue West 403-362-2947 brooks.shortgrass.ca

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September 2015

Contact Information

Children’s Programs

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 September 7 for

Wednesday: 10:00am to 8:00pm

Labour Day.

Thursday: 10:00am to 8:00pm

We will reopen at 10:00am on

Friday: 10:00am to 5:00pm

Tuesday September 8, 2015.

Saturday: 10:00am to 5:00pm Sunday: 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Contact Information Phone: 403-362-2947 Fax: 403-362-8111 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.

S is for Storytime

Wednesday or Friday Mornings Starting Wed Sept 16 & Fri Sept 18 10:15am to 11:00am Children ages 5 and under are sure to enjoy this program filled with stories, songs and crafts. No two storytimes are alike but each is crafted towards an engaging theme that both parents and children alike are sure to love. Registration is required for this free eight week program.

Wii for Tweens

Friday Aftenoons 3:00pm to 4:30pm Calling all gamers! Come in and enjoy playing the coolest multi player games the Wii has to offer. Wii for Tweens is a drop in program for kids ages 7 to 12.

We’re Looking For A Hero ... ... Who could be a member of the Brooks Public Library Board As a board member you will represent the interests of the community and be entrusted by the community to help create a library to be enjoyed by everyone. To find out more call us at 403-362-2947 or email bplboard@shortgrass.ca 2 Contact Information

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Give us a call! 403-362-2947

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September 2015

Culture Days Programs

Culture Days Programs Culture Day Storytime Friday Sept 25 3:30pm to 4:15pm

Handbuilt Pottery Workshop Saturday Sept 26 10:30am to 12:00pm

Join us for a special storytime. We’ll be reading books, singing songs, and doing crafts all in the spirit of the province wide Alberta Culture Days celebration of arts and culture.

Love playing in the mud? Cathryn will guide you through some easy handbuilt clay projects. There is a $5.00 cost recovery for this session as pieces will be glazed, fired, and returned to you.

This is a free drop in program for families and kids of all ages.

Space is limited, sign-up today! This is an all ages event.

The Hobbit Trilogy Sept 25, 26 & 27 (Fri, Sat, Sun) Movies start at 5:00pm

Book Swap Party Saturday Sept 26 11:00am to 3:00pm

It’s a weekend full of adventure and magic at the library. We’re showing the complete Hobbit triology at the library. Come check out An Unexpected Journey, The Desolation of Smaug and The Battle of the Five Armies. Snacks and drink will be provided.

Need a new book but don’t want to pay the price? Come to the Book Swap Party at the library. Simply bring an old book and exchange it for a “new” book that you haven’t read yet. It’s a great way to get new books while saving money and decluttering your house!

Family Language Kit Launch Party Sunday, Sept 27 @ 2:00pm

Sage Brush Artists Workshop Saturday Sept 26 1:30pm to 3:30pm

The Brooks Public Library and SPEC’s HIPPY Program are excited to announce the release of three new Family Language Kits in Arabic, Somali and Tagalog. In honor of these wonderful new resource the library will be hosting a party. Come check out the kits and enjoy snacks and family fun.

Our local Sage Brush Artists will be giving tips and pointers in watercolours, acrylics, oils, graphite and other mediums. You can bring something you are working on or use our supplies to start something new.

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Drop ins are welcome. Give us a call! 403-362-2947

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BROOKS

September 2015

PUBLIC

LIBRARY Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Board Game Night @ 6:30pm

Wednesday

Thursday

Teen Advisory Board @ 6:30

Magic: The Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm

Friday

Artist Reception @ 6:30

Wii for Tweens @ 3:00pm

Saturday

Magic: The Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm

LABOUR DAY LIBRARY CLOSED

Wii for Tweens @ 3:00pm

15 Board Game Night @ 6:30pm

S is for Storytime @ 10:30am

17 Magic: The Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm

S is for Storytime @ 10:30

Wii for Tweens @ 3:00pm

27 Family Language Kit Launch Party @ 2pm The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies @ 5pm

29 Board Game Night @ 6:30pm Money Talks @ 7:00pm

S is for Storytime @ 10:30am

S is for storytime @ 10:30am

24 Magic: The Gathering in the Library @ 6:00pm

S is for Storytime @ 10:30am Wii for Tweens @ 3:00pm Culture Day Storytime @ 3:30pm The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey@ 5pm

Pottery Workshop @ 10:30am Book Swap @ 11:00am Sage Brush Workshop @ 1:30pm The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug @5pm

September 2015

Teen Programs

General Programs

Teen Advisory Board

Magic: The Gathering in the Library

Come into the library for free food and drinks, and help us decide which books, CDs, DVDs, and video games to buy, teen programs to run, and much more. Open to all teens ages 13 to 17 or in grades 7 to 12.

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.

Wednesday Sept 02 6:30pm to 7:00pm

Every Thursday Night 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Board Game Night

Tuesdays Sept 01, 15 & 29 6:30pm to 8:00pm Put down the electronics and join us for some old school fun. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got our favorite board games ready to go but feel free to bring your own game to share. This is an all ages event!

Did you know that having a library card at the Brooks Public Library means having access to our digital collection for kids teens? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy, just download the overdrive app and start accessing our digital collection through your Apple or Android devices. Visit http://librarytogo.shortgrass.ca and click on the Kids and Teens section to check out all the great materials available online. Need helping accesing the digital collection? Visit the library and ask a staff member to show you how Overdrive and the digital collection works. 8 Teen Programs

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September 2015

Adult Programs

Artist Reception with Kay Enns Thursday Sept 03 6:30pm to 8:00pm Meet our artist Kay Enns. Her show Travels will be in the Gallery for the month of September. It’s your chance to learn more about the pieces, and to meet the artist. Refreshments will be served, everyone welcome to attend.

Introducing the Me Library card-availble now! ME gives you access to the books, audio books, DVDs, and online resources from participating libraries around the province* With a single card - the one your currently use to check out items from us.

Money Talks: Ways to Save for Your Future Tuesday Sept 29 7:00pm to 8:00pm

To get started today visit

Whether you’re saving for a trip this winter, a down payment on a house, or hoping to retire early, we’ll provide you with expert advice to help you reach your goals. Presented by Servus Credit Union

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melibraries.ca *some restrictions apply. for a full list of participating libraries please visit https://melibraries.ca/participating.php

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September 2015

In the Gallery

Travels: By Kay Enns

Artist Reception with Kay Enns Thursday Sept 03 6:30pm to 8pm

This edition of Booked In published August 2015 All program dates and times subject to change without notice.

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