Monthly Calendar - July 2008
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Tuesday, July 1, 10-11 a.m. - Mother Nature Miracles - Bugs! Ryan Bridge, "The Bug Man," will be here to share his "bug box collection" and fascinate you with his bug facts. Ryan tells us why insects play such an important role in our world, and lets children ask questions and get a close look at many of his bug specimens. This program is a bug collector's delight! Limit 75 children. (Ages 6 and up!)
Wednesday, July 2, 10:30-11:15 a.m. - Crawl Into a Good Book: A Reptile and Bug Show. Jesse Rothacker from the Forgotten Friends Reptile Sanctuary will be here with some of his reptile friends. This program is guaranteed to feature at least a dozen live reptiles, which might include an American alligator, a corn snake, a hognose snake, a python, a boa constrictor, some geckos, lizards, iguanas, tortoises and more! Jesse's shows are fun, informative and a real hands-on experience. (Family.)
Wednesday, July 2, 12:30-2 p.m. - Edible Insects for Teens. Chocolate cricket torte? Leaf-footed bug pizza? That's right - we're having a cooking class, along with a tasting party!
Wednesday, July 2, 2-4 p.m. - Teen Movie Afternoon. Relax and enjoy a screening of "Bicentennial Man." Popcorn and other snacks are provided.
Tuesday, July 8, 1-2:30 p.m. - Kids Movie Afternoon @ The Library. EÔªønjoy a funny ’Äúbug’Äù movie in our air-conditioned multi-purpose room. The title of the movies will be announced on the sign-up sheets. (Family.)
Tuesday, July 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m. - Magic By Kurt. An entertaining show for the entire family, including sleight-of-hand tricks, card and coin magic, illusions and other larger tricks! Kurt tries to use volunteers from the audience whenever possible, and enjoys surprising and amazing his audience. (Family.)
Wednesday, July 9, 10:30-11:15 a.m. - Anansi, The Story Bug. This drama presented by Family Stages (formerly Duet Productions) uses two actors (playing many different roles) to bring to life the classic story of Anansi, the clever spider of African folklore who cunningly captures a python, a leopard, a swarm of hornets and a mysterious fairy to become the master of all stories. Everyone will have fun with this high spirited, hilarious new show for 2008. (Grades K and up.)
Wednesday, July 9, 1-2 p.m. - Yoga for Teens. Stretch, strengthen and learn to relax! Yoga is the perfect way to get healthy both physically and mentally, even if you can't bend yourself into a pretzel. In addition to the stretches, teens will also learn deep breathing exercises and relaxation techniques for decreasing stress and anxiety. Open to all levels from beginners (you don't have a clue what yoga is) to advanced (you really like the pretzel look).
Wednesday, July 9, 3-5 p.m. - Teen Gamers Club. We're playing Guitar Hero III!
Wednesday, July 9, 6 p.m. - Screening of Festival Shorts Collection. Join us for a screening of various short films that have been honored at film festivals around the world.
Thursday, July 10, 7-7:45 p.m. - Family Story Time. The entire family can participate in this program, enjoying stories, songs, crafts and a snack. (Stories and activities are planned for children 3-8, but older and younger children are also welcome.)
Friday, July 11, 10-11 a.m. - Royer's Kids Club. Make a flower arrangement! In this program, a florist from Royer's Flowers and Gifts will present a flower demonstration, after which each child can make his/her own everyday flower basket. Grades 2 and up. (Limit 25-30.)
Friday, July 11, 4-6 p.m. - Mystery Science Theater 3000 for Teens. This is a show about an evil experiment where a guy is trapped on a satellite and forced to watch bad films. He is forced to do this by mad scientists, who want to find a movie so bad that they can inflict it on the world and take over. We see the movie with the subject (Joel, or later Mike) and his robot pals Crow and Servo, in silhouette at the bottom of the screen making jokes and wisecracks during the movie. Snacks provided.
Monday, July 14, 6-7 p.m. - Harp History with Cathleen Sauber. Cathleen Sauber will discuss harps and their origins and styles through the ages, with an emphasis on Celtic harps and their place in history. There will be a question and answer time and lots of live harp music. (All ages.)
Tuesday, July 15, 10-10:45 a.m. - Anansi Catches the Storytelling Bug. This interactive storytelling program presented by Kids and Cultures (The Wenger Family) shares tales from Anansi, the spider, which are told all over the world. Discover what happens when the Storytelling Bug gets caught in Anansi's web. Will she become his lunch or can she spin a yarn fast enough to save her life? This program gives children a chance to participate in storytelling and catch some interesting information about bugs, too. (Grades K and up.)
Tuesday, July 15, 1-3 p.m. - Sisterhood Club. Teen girls only! Pamper your inner princess with this month's club. We'll be making beauty products and girl power message soap!
Wednesday, July 16, 1-2 p.m. - Yoga for Teens. Stretch, strengthen and learn to relax! Yoga is the perfect way to get healthy both physically and mentally, even if you can't bend yourself into a pretzel. In addition to the stretches, teens will also learn deep breathing exercises and relaxation techniques for decreasing stress and anxiety. Open to all levels from beginners (you don't have a clue what yoga is) to advanced (you really like the pretzel look).
Wednesday, July 16, 3-5 p.m. - Teen Gamers Club. We're playing FPS and Stretegy games!
Thursday, July 17 - 10-10:30 a.m. and 10:30-11 a.m. - Book Buddies. Tween and teen buddies will be here to read your favorite books to you. Two 1/2 hour sessions to choose from. (Ages 3-7.)
Tuesday, July 22, 10-10:45 a.m. - Beyond Bugs. Come to Beyond Bugs, presented by Esther Wahlberg from the North Museum, and find out what the characteristics of a TRUE bug are. You'll learn amazing facts about other insects, spiders, millipedes and centipedes. (Grades 1-6.)
Tuesday, July 22, 3-5 p.m. - Teen Anime Club. Teens are invited to pick items from the library's anime collection or bring their own age-appropriate anime. Snacks provided.
Wednesday, July 23, 1-2 p.m. - Yoga for Teens. Stretch, strengthen and learn to relax! Yoga is the perfect way to get healthy both physically and mentally, even if you can't bend yourself into a pretzel. In addition to the stretches, teens will also learn deep breathing exercises and relaxation techniques for decreasing stress and anxiety. Open to all levels from beginners (you don't have a clue what yoga is) to advanced (you really like the pretzel look).
Wednesday, July 23, 6 p.m. - Screening of the Independent Film "The Violin." Don Plutarco, his son Genaro and his grandson Lucio live a double life - on one hand they support the humble farmers, on the other they support the campesina peasant guerilla movement's armed efforts against the oppressive government. When the military seizes the village, the rebels flee to the sierra hills, forced to leave behind their stock of ammunition. While the guerillas organize a counter-attack, old Plutarco executes his own plan. He plays up his appearance as a harmless violin player in order to get into the village and recover the ammunition hidden on his corn field. His violin playing charms the army captain, who orders Plutarco to come back daily. Arms and music play a tenuous game of cat-and-mouse which ultimately results in painful betrayal.
Thursday, July 24, 10:30-11:30 a.m. - Creepy Crawly Critters. Learn all the different ways bugs move in this fun, hands-on interactive program. Karen Puracan, Park Naturalist from the Lancaster County Environmental Center, will be showing us insects that creep, crawl, fly, slither and slide! Limit 35. (Ages 6-8.)
Thursday, July 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. - Bravura Gets Bit by the Music Bug. The Bravura Brass Quintet will be at the library sharing some of their favorite musical specimens, including "Flight of the Tuba Bee," "The Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly," and "Bugs Bunny and the Beatles." Even if you don't like bugs, you'll like this program: it has something appealing for all ages! (Family.)
Friday, July 25, 10-11 a.m. - Parent-Tot Together Time. Toddlers and their parents/caregivers are invited to come to our multipurpose room for an hour of fun together, complete with puppets, books, blocks, puzzles, a craft and other interactive toys. Limit 22 families. (Toddlers, 1-3 with a parent/caregiver.)
Friday, July 25, 3-5 p.m. - Teen Gamers Club. We'll play whatever you'd like!
Monday, July 28 - Opening of "Tears of Saints: Photography by Donald Reese." Donald Reese has been a photographer for over twenty years, and is well known in the local area for his creative and inspiring images. This exhibit will be a combination of color work and black and white infrared imagery. The color images will feature a cross section of nature and scenic photography, and the black and white section will feature a series of photos captures in cemeteries across the East Coast. Donald hopes you will take a moment to stop and contemplate the beauty that lies within the gates of these hallowed places, and reflect on the people who have gone before us, their stories and their faith in God's mercy and his promises. On exhibit through August 29.
Monday, July 28 through Friday, August 1, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Drama Camp. Children ages 8-11 are invited to come to this teen-run drama camp and learn all about the theatre. A parents' performance will be held Friday, August 1 at 12:00 noon.
Tuesday, July 29, 4-4:45 p.m. - Story Time with Froggy. Jonathan London's favorite storybook character, Froggy, will be here for a special story time. Listen to one of your favorite Froggy stories, participate in a craft, and enjoy a special Froggy snack. Limit 60. (Ages 3-6.)
Wednesday, July 30, 1-2 p.m. - Yoga for Teens. Stretch, strengthen and learn to relax! Yoga is the perfect way to get healthy both physically and mentally, even if you can't bend yourself into a pretzel. In addition to the stretches, teens will also learn deep breathing exercises and relaxation techniques for decreasing stress and anxiety. Open to all levels from beginners (you don't have a clue what yoga is) to advanced (you really like the pretzel look).
Thursday, July 31, 3-5 p.m. - Teen Gamers Club. We're playing Rock Band!