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Summer Library Program 2010
Elm Grove Public Library
This program ends in early August.
Friday Morning Coffee Break
10:30-11:00 a.m.
Stories, rhymes and small crafts
for ages 3 and 4 years old.
Refreshments for children and adults.
Begins June 18 through July 30
No program on July 2.
Toddler Playgroup
Thursdays at 10:00-11:00 a.m.Children up to age 3 can enjoy some special toys in the playroom and interact with other toddlers and their caregivers.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Begins June 3 through August 12.
Special Performances for All Ages
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. in the O’Neill RoomJune 17 Kathleen Mohr as Pirate Capt’n Pickles “We’re Going to Pirate School” (FOEGL) (Recommended for ages 4 and up)
June 24 The Atwood Players, “The Fisherman and His Wife” (FOEGL)
July 1 No program
July 8 Curt Strutz is the Bassmeister, “Fishing for Laughs” (WCFLS)
July 15 Mike Schneider “Pint Size Polkas” (WCFLS)
July 22 Rick Allen’s “Magic, Water and You” (FOEGL)
July 29 David Stokes “Water Wildlife” (WCFLS)Programs sponsored by Friends of the Elm Grove Library and Waukesha County Federated Library System)
Creative Writing
This summer there will be a short story contest for students of all ages, kindergarten through high school. Small prizes will be awarded to all participants and all entries will be displayed in the library. Story must be 200 words or less written on a theme. Winners will have their entries published in the Elm Grove NOW newspaper. Complete rules will be available at the library on June 14 and stories will be due by August 13, 2010.
Readers' Theater
(Provided by Sunset Playhouse)
For ages 8-12 (O'Neill Room)
Monday, June 28, Wednesday, June 30 and Thursday, July 1
at 1:30-3:30 each day
Before you perform on stage you must understand the script and your character. Reader's theater is an interpretive reading activity. Students will use their voices, facial expressions and hand gestures to interpret characters in a script from a play. Class size is limited to 12, so registration is required.
Page to Stage
(Provided by Sunset Playhouse)
For ages 4-5 (O'Neill Room)
Tuesday, June 29 at 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Tuesday, July 13 at 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Take an adventure as we explore classic children's books. Using imaginative play, props, costumes, movement and music, students will bring life to stories they know and love. Class size is limited to 12, so registration is required.
Tuesday Movie Matinees
1:00-3:00 p.m., O’Neill RoomWe’ll be showing entertaining movies at the library this summer!
Beginning June 15 through July 27.
Click here for the list of movies, or call the library for details.
We’ll provide the popcorn!
Summer Reading Program
Begins on June 14 and all reading sheets must be in by August 13If you need some extra motivation to spend time reading this summer, or would like to earn rewards for the reading you do, then sign up for the summer reading program!
Who can participate? Children who are being read to and kids who read for themselves, from toddler through 12 years. Older siblings can read to younger siblings and both receive points!
What can you read? Any books or magazines that are checked out from the Elm Grove Public Library.
How much do you have to read? As much as you want! Fill out one reading sheet, or continue all summer for a maximum of 8 sheets. Each sheet requires a minimum of 45 minutes of reading plus other optional activities.
How do you get rewards? Small rewards will be given for each sheet completed, plus each sheet turned in is entered into the grand prize drawing at the end of the summer. The more you read, the better your chances of being a grand prize winner.
Make Waves @ Your Library
Summer Library Opportunities for Teens Ages 13-18Teen Volunteers
You can earn volunteer credit for your school or club by helping out with the summer library program. Help us set up and clean up for programs and supervise participants.
Or, try shelf reading and schedule volunteer time when it works best for you.
Information sheets and applications will be available at the library May 1. Volunteers may sign up for specific assignments when application is turned in, on a first-come basis. Applications will be accepted until all spots are filled or until June 30.
Teen Reading Program
Get motivated to read all summer by signing up for the Make Waves teen reading program. For every 3 hours you read, you can enter to win one of the grand prizes. The more you read, the better your chances of winning!
Program runs June 14-August 13.Teen Writing—see Creative Writing above.
Special Events for Teens
“Teen Book Discussion”
Thursday, August 5 at 1:00 p.m.—Open to all teens, but recommended for grades 8-10. Registration required.
Book Title: "Incarceron" by Catherine FisherSummary: Finn is a 17-year-old prisoner held in a horrible and complex prison called "Incarceron." Claudia, the warden's daughter, lives a life of privilege in a castle outside Incarceron. They each gain possession of a key that allows them to communicate with one another and they believe the key will allow Finn to escape Incarceron. Will it? And if Finn does escape, will they really be better off? This novel is full of suspense and intrigue, and will keep you turning pages as you try to figure out what is true, what is false and what is Incarceron.
If you would like to read and discuss "Incarceron", you can reserve a copy of the book through the CAFE system. If you have trouble getting a copy, check with Sue Daniels, Youth Services Librarian, about getting a copy. The sign up sheet is at the check out desk, or email Mrs. Daniels at sdaniels@elmgrove.lib.wi.us.
Call the library at 262-782-6717 for more information or to register for programs.
For more information contact Sue Daniels, Youth Librarian
Elm Grove Public Library 13600 Juneau Blvd. Elm Grove, WI
email: egill@elmgrove.lib.wi.us
www.elmgrovelibrary.org
262-782-6717
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