Children’s Programs

Summer Reading: The Children’s Room is gearing up for summer reading 2000: “Blast Off With a Good Book.” The kickoff program on June 27 at 10:30 am will feature Newtown author Bruce Degan, a special appearance by Ms Frizzle, and music by Erik Bagger. Children can sign up any time from June 27 through August 12.

Middle School Madness: Students entering grades 6-9 can participate in our young adult summer reading program, Middle School Madness. No registration is necessary. Simply read books between June 27 and August 12 and submit an entry form for every 50 pages that you read. A list of donated prizes is available in the children’s department. The more you read the better your chances of winning. The drawing will take place after August 12.

Young Adult Volunteers: Young adults interested in volunteering for our summer reading program must complete their information sheets before the training session on June 21 at 6:30 pm. If you have any questions, call the library at 426-3851.

Literacy Bags: Check out the new Literacy bags for grades K-3 on a variety of subjects, including art, music, dance, food, dogs, folktales, libraries, camping, and more. Each bag is filled with books and activities for children to share with their parents.

Don’t miss the fire truck exhibit that is currently on display in the children’s room. R.D. Nosal is sharing his collection.

 

Adult Programs

Andrea Zimmermann and Roberta Jones, the daughters of the late Lois Zimmermann, invite you to view an exhibit of their mother’s artwork at the library June 9-20 during regular library hours. Lois was a professional artist for more than 30 years and created work in pastel, oil, watercolor, and acrylic. The exhibit will be comprised of her prolific and diverse work, which includes portraiture, still life, seascapes, abstract, miniatures, and sculpture.

Mark your calendars for the Summer Concert Series that will be kicking off on Friday, June 23, with The Duane Reilley Trio. Concerts will begin at 7:00 pm. Bring a picnic basket and your lawn chairs, and spend an hour listening to music in the Booth back yard. Should it rain the concert will be moved inside the library. On Friday, July 14, the Jackson Pike Skifflers will be performing, and on Friday, August 18, Treblehook will be returning.            

If you have any questions about any of these programs please call the library at 426-4533.