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Annual Bookmark Contest
Ages 5 to 12.
Design a bookmark that reflects the Summer Reading Theme, One World, Many Stories!
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African Masks and More
Hear stories from African countries and make a mask to take home.
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African Mask Making
Presented by Victoria Reeves.
Ages 8 and older.
Travel to Africa and discover how symbolism, geometric designs, animal figures and colors are used to decorate masks. Then create your own! Bring a special button or piece of fabric to add personal meaning to your mask.
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Anansai: A Story Drama Workshop
Presented by Youth Theatre Northwest.
Ages 3 to 5.
Explore the African trickster tale, Anansai, by jumping inside the book with theater exercises, games and crafts.
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http://www.youththeatre.org/ |
Ancient Writing: A History Mystery
Presented by Cheryl Hadley.
Ages 9 and older, teens and adults also welcome.
Are you curious about ancient times? Learn about hieroglyphs, cuneiform and other “lost” writing systems, and how breaking their codes revealed secrets about life in ancient Egypt and other long-ago civilizations. How did today’s written languages and books develop? Lots of artifacts to examine and each attendee will go home with a piece of real papyrus, a medieval initial to illuminate and a wax cylinder seal they have carved themselves.
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Animal Tales from Around the World
Ages 3 and older.
Tails, trucks, feathers and grunts! Learn from the animals in this tour of traditional tales from around the world.
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Around the World with Brian Vogan & His Good Buddies
Ages 2 and older.
Sing and dance on a fantastical trip with this amazing band. Learn to say “hello” in other languages, discover songs about strange animals while you hop, skip and jump around the world!
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www.brianvogan.com
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Annual End of Summer Reading Ice Cream Social
Celebrate the end of another successful Summer Reading Program at the annual end of summer Ice Cream Social.
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Around the World with Stories
Presented by Gerald Fierst.
Ages 5 and older.
Circle the globe as we share stories from the Americas, Asia, Africa and Europe before returning home again. Hear stories from all over the world that teach us we are one big human family. See also: Joining In: Stories from Around the World & Magical Journeys Around the World
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www.geraldfierst.com
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The Art of Travel
Presented by Molly Hashimoto.
Ages 8 and older.
Learn how artists use watercolor sketchbooks to record their travel encounters with landscapes, people and wildlife. Molly will also share her own travel journals from Europe and the American West.
Please register.
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www.mollyhashimoto.com |
At the Ocean
Presented by Kinder-Musik
Take a trip to the beach! Dance on the deck, count creatures, play with beach balls, build sand castles and shake to a calypso tune. Explore instruments, sing, move with fish puppets, read some ocean stories and have a “whale” of a good time!
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Bend, Stretch, Twist! Yoga Stories
Come on and twist and stretch out with stories!
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Brick Builder's Club
We're having a Block Party-come build with us!
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Brother Coyote and Sister Fox Puppet Show
Presented by Thistle Theater.
Ages 3 and older.
Enjoy a delightful puppet adaptation of a beloved Mexican folktale. Brother Coyote wants to catch and eat one of Doña Conchita's plump chickens. Quick-witted Sister Fox is always one step ahead of him, waiting to trick him with one of her clever schemes to keep all the chickens to herself! Spanish, English and yes...plenty of chickens!
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www.thistletheatre.org |
Carbon Connection
Presented by Nature Vision.
Ages 7 and older.
Discover one of the basic building blocks of life by playing games and enjoying science activities. learn how nature recycles carbon through our planet
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http://www.naturevision.org/ |
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Critter Campout
Ages 4 and older with adult.
Have you ever wondered what happens in the library at night? Come for a Pajama Story Time and library tour with your favorite stuffed animal then tuck your special friend in for the night and leave them at the library for a stuffed animal sleepover. Munch on a snack and juice at the Teddy Bear Brunch the next morning 10:30am and find out what your best friend was up to at the sleepover when you receive a photograph of your stuffie's nocturnal activity! Children need not attend the Teddy Bear Brunch to participate but must pick up their stuffed animal and photograph within one week. Younger siblings welcome.
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Dance and Music from the Middle East
Presented by Shahrazad Dance Ensemble of Seattle and Zulaika.
Ages 5 and older.
Experience dances from the cultures of Arabia, North Africa, the Levant and Turkey. Learn some basic steps and movements of Middle Eastern dances, rhythmic clapping, how to zaghareet and even a few words in Arabic.
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http://www.shahrazadensemble.com/
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Dance 'Til You Drop!
Get your groove on! Impress your friends and neighbors with some silly dances.
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Down on the Farm
Presented by Kinder-Musik
In this fun-filled, musical play date, you will mosey on down to the “farm” right in the library! Round up the animals and ride ponies. Do the Doggie Dance. Explore instruments. Discover what cows do when they get into the farmer’s kitchen.
Sing silly songs, snuggle and read stories.
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Dragons Around the World
Presented by Jean Reed.
Dragons appear in stories throughout the world. Come learn about the differences between European and Chinese dragons. Make a multi-media dragon. It can be wicked and dark, or colorful and funny. Add sequins, buttons, yarn and other interesting items to make your picture special.
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Easy Origami
Ages 3 and older.
Hear stories from Asia and learn to make some easy origami creations.
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The Emperor and the Nightingale Play
Presented by Last Leaf Productions.
Ages 4 and older.
Experience this lively drama performance set in China, an adaptation of the classic Hans Christian Anderson tale.
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www.lastleaf99.org |
Fantastic Final Finale
Ages 4 and older.
Join us in honoring this year's Summer Reading Program finishers with stories, songs, snacks and other fun activities!
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FIESTAS DE ALFABETIZACION TEMPRANA - PROGRAMA GRATUITO EN ESPAÑOL Early Literacy Parties in Spanish
Las "Fiestas" son talleres diseñados para los padres hispanos con niños de edades comprendidas entre los 0 a 5 años de edad, cuyo objetivo es prepararlos para el Kindergarten.En cada fiesta las familias recibirãn informaciõn sobre Alfabetizaciõn temprana, un libro gratuito en español para sus hijos, materiales para las manualidades, bocadillos, bebidas y la oportunidad de socializarse con otros padres hispanos.
Spanish-speaking families with children, newborn to age 5.
The “Fiestas” are workshops designed for Spanish-speaking families to prepare their children for Kindergarten. Families will be provided with information about Early Literacy, free books in Spanish, craft materials, snacks, beverages and the opportunity to socialize with other families.
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The Final Funktier
Presented by Recess Monkey.
Ages 3 and older.
Explore distant planets and far-flung galaxies as Recess Monkey searches for new beats, funky tunes and fun!
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http://www.recessmonkeytown.com/ |
Flavors of the World Cultural Fair
All ages welcome.
Come to the Federal Way Library to celebrate the diversity of our community with a variety of cultural events, dances, food, story times and more.
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Going Global Comedy Show
Presented by Alex Zerbe.
Ages 3 and older.
This high-energy comedy show highlights different cultures and phenomena from around the world. Alex harpoons vegetables launched from a giant slingshot, performs music looping and demonstrates games from the other side of the planet.
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www.AlexZerbe.com
http://www.youtube.com/v/S9hcENIiV6E?autoplay=1&rel=0 |
The Golden Axe Puppet Show
Presented by Mary Shaver.
Ages 3 and older.
Experience this puppet show, based on a Japanese folktale featuring a mythical Water Goddess and a poor old woodchopper who needs help when he loses his only axe in a mysterious pond.
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www.shavermarionettes.com |
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Hip Hop Rock! Rhythm Stories
Rhythm, music and stories that rock-who could ask for anything more?
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Insect Safari
Presented by Don Ehlen.
Ages 5 and older, ages 7 and younger with adult.
What are they and what do they do? Meet the good, the bad and the ugly as you explore their world with an entomologist as your guide. His extensive and beautiful collection of over 2100 preserved specimens from around the world allows you to see bugs up close!
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Jack and the Dragon Puppet Show
Presented by Oregon Shadow Theatre.
Ages 3 and older.
Watch an Appalachian fairy tale come to life as Jack's Ma sends him out in the world to seek his fortune and along the way Jack kills seven flies with one whack. The King and Princess Polly could use someone to deal with troublesome varmints so they call on Jack!
Show performed in a darkened room, not appropriate for very young children.
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www.oregonshadowtheatre.com |
Jewish Stories from Around the World
Presented by Gerald Fierst.
Ages 5 and older.
From ancient stories from the silk routes of Central Asia to magical stories from Jerusalem, we will journey across the world and enjoy the richness of the Jewish tradition.
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www.geraldfierst.com |
Joining In: Stories from Around the World
Presented by Gerald Fierst.
Ages 2 and older.
Rhythm, rhyme and movement help teach stories from African, Asian, Indian, Jewish and European traditions. Everyone can join in with sounds, chants and gestures.
See also: Around the World with Stories & Magical Journeys Around the World
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Kids & Teen Gaming!
3rd-5th graders are invited to join the teens in the meeting room during the first hour of Game On for all kinds of games! We'll have games for Wii, Xbox360 and the PS2, along with a variety of board games.
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Lagni-Sussu: Music of Africa
Ages 3 and older.
Learn about the griot tradition of storytelling and discover music made from African instruments including the balafon and djembe.
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http://nabycamara.com/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOFMKQx2rvk |
The Land that Rock Forgot
Presented by The Brian Waite Band.
Ages 3 and older.
When the band's plane crashes on a remote, tropical island their high-tech musical instruments are useless. The band begins a quest to rebuild their sound and along the way, they rediscover the beauty of nature and meet other castaways from the far corners of the globe.
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www.brianwaite.com |
Last Day of School Party
Celebrate the last day of school with a movie and snacks at the library!
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Live with Caspar Babypants!
Presented by Presented by Chris Ballew and his Band.
Ages 2 to 5 with adult.
Chris Ballew is better known as the lead singer of the Seattle based rock and roll band, The Presidents of the United States of America.
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http://www.babypantsmusic.com/fr_home.cfm |
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Little Bugs Big World Puppet Show
Presented by Dragon Theater Puppets.
Ages 3 and older.
When Lady Bug meets Caterpillar they decide to travel the world and learn new languages. They visit bugs from different countries and discover it's not such a big world after all. Will the adventure ever lead them back home safely?
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www.dragontheater.com |
Magical Journeys Around the World
Presented by Gerald Fierst.
Ages 8 and older.
Flying carpets, undersea voyages and adventures into the dark underworld are all included in stories from Japan, Iraq, Greece, the Middle East, Jewish and African-American traditions
See also: Around the World with Stories & Joining In: Stories from Around the World
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www.geraldfierst.com |
Magic Around the World
Presented by Jeff Evans.
Ages 5 and older.
Take an imaginary journey with magic! Learn amazing facts about the people, landmarks and history of countries around the world with maps and artifacts from each area.
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www.edumazement.com/world.html
http://www.youtube.com/edumazement |
Magic Carpet Movies
Ages 3 and older.
Travel to far-away lands without having to leave your chair.
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The Magnificent Magic and Mystery Tour
Presented by Commodore Payne Fifield.
Ages 5 and older.
Come aboard the mighty airship Parnassus, marvel at mysterious feats of magic and relive the adventures of Commodore Payne. Hear firsthand how he attempted to break the recent record set by Phineas Fogg and traversed the globe in under 80 days.
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www.masterpaynemagic.com |
Many Noises, One Mouth
Presented by Charlie Williams, The Noiseguy.
Ages 4 and older.
Hear this vocal impressionist imitate ANY sound with his mouth! In his travels around the world he’s collected animal, musical and vehicular noises. Learn why a kookaburra is laughing, where hamsters really come from and why llamas spit.
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www.noiseguy.com
http://www.noiseguy.com/videos.html |
Masks of the Rain Forest
Presented by Won-Ldy Paye and Village Drum and Masquerade.
Ages 4 and older.
Go deep into the Rain Forest of West Africa to discover the three types of ceremonial masks worn there. See dances, hear stories and music that will transport you to a typical Liberian village.
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www.wonldypaye.com |
Meet the Beetles Puppet Show
Presented by Rowbes.
Ages 3 and older.
A group of beetle friends dream about becoming rock stars. Their music is a hit until it attracts a hungry bird to the beetle village! Will this nuisance break up the band or can the show go on? This story is brought to life with colorful puppets and original songs.
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www.rowbes.com |
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Monkey and Crocodile Puppet Show
Presented by Mary Shaver.
Ages 2 and older.
This puppet show is based on a folktale told throughout Southeast Asia. Will the wily crocodile catch the monkey? Or will clever monkey outsmart the greedy crocodile?
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www.shavermarionettes.com |
Mo Willems Party!
Families welcome, ages 3 and younger with adult.
Bring your favorite stuffed animal to a lively, fun program featuring stories by Mo Willems. Learn how to draw Pigeon, play pin the tail on the Knuffle Bunny, get your photo with Knuffle Bunny and have fun with craft activities! Listen to some of your favorite stories about Knuffle Bunny, Elephant & Piggy and Pigeon.
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Movies at the Library!
Families welcome, ages 3 and younger with adult.
Reel in fun this summer with stories to far-away lands without having to leave your chair. Click on the link below for specific movie showings and locations.
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Multicultural Tales of Wonder
Presented by Cindy Arnold, Live Paint.
Ages 3 and older.
Travel around the world with multicultural stories, music, instruments and artifacts. Along the way meet a forest full of kindhearted characters that need help with a very tricky situation!
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
www.Livepaint4kids.com
http://www.livepaint4kids.com/ |
Music for All!
Presented by Johnny Bregar and Friends.
Ages 3 and older.
Reaching across cultural and geographic boundaries, this group brings the fun to you. From old standards to catchy new original songs, they will have you clapping and singing along.
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www.johnnybregar.com |
On the Move
Presented by Kinder-Musik
How many ways can we find to travel? Hop on a plane, get on the bus, take a car ride, get on your horse or buy a train ticket without ever leaving the library! Join us for dancing, finger plays, movement activities, instrument exploration, stories, singing and cruisin' the highways and flyways!
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One World, Many Stories Finale Party!
Celebrate with an end of the summer party and talent showcase! Everyone who participated in the children's Summer Reading Program is invited to join us for treats, activities, prizes and to share your creativity. Singers, dancers, magicians, artists and creative kids of all types are invited to sign up to perform or to display your work of art.
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One World, One Food Web
Presented by Nature Vision.
Ages 5 and older.
From the smallest plankton in the ocean, to the largest tree in the forest, we are all connected through a flow of energy that comes from what we eat. Discover your place within a living worldwide network.
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http://www.naturevision.org/ |
Open Sesame: “Iftah Ya Sim-sim”
Presented by: Zulaika.
Ages 5 and older.
Middle Eastern dance is a celebration of life! In this workshop explore the rich heritage of Arabic arts and culture through movement, dance and activities.
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www.pcauch.com |
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Our Forested World
Presented by Nature Vision.
Ages 3 to 5.
Green forests cover much of our planet and they are a big deal right here in the Pacific Northwest. Learn what makes up a forest and all the wonderful things forests do for our world.
Please register.
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http://www.naturevision.org/ |
Photosynthesis: Energizing Our World
Presented by Nature Vision.
Ages 7 and older.
Our world really does run on sunlight! Learn how the process of photosynthesis works in plants to keep our world breathing and energized.
Please register.
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http://www.naturevision.org/ |
Put Your Left Paw In
Presented by Kinder-Musik
Join us at the library “zoo” as we stretch with the lion, stomp with the elephant and wiggle with the giraffe. Play instruments, listen to stories all about animal antics, dance, sing, roll balls like the monkeys and count the creatures we encounter along the way!
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Rapunzel Redeems Rumpelstiltskin Puppet Show
Presented by Dragon Theater Puppets.
Ages 3 and older.
Rumpelstiltskin may be a trickster but he’s the only person Rapunzel has to talk to while in her lonely prison. Eventually she meets Prince Charming, but Rumpelstiltskin is still the only one who can help free her from the Witch's tower.
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www.dragontheater.com |
Skeletons and Skulls
Presented by Nature Vision.
Ages 7 and older.
Without our skeletons we would be like a soggy pile of noodles on the floor! Join us for an inside look at the important job accomplished by our skeletons and those of the wildlife around us.
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Spanish Celebration with Stories and Songs
Presented by Marco Cortes, Chilean musician, teacher and storyteller.
Newborn to age 5 with adult.
Come to this fun filled-workshop for Spanish-speaking families to learn about Early Literacy and how to prepare your children for Kindergarten.
Las familias hispanas con niños recien nacidos hasta 5 años, aprenden acerca de Alfabetizacion Temprana y como preparar a los niños para en Kindergarten con MARCO CORTES www.marcocortes.com , musico Chileno, profesor y contador de cuentos.
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www.marcocortes.com |
Sticks and Stones, Seeds and Bones Concert
Presented by Nancy Stewart.
Ages 2 and older.
From goats’ toenails to gourds and stones, anything that makes a sound can make a rhythm. See, hear and sing along with unusual rhythm instruments from around the world and take home ideas for making instruments from things in your own world.
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www.nancymusic.com |
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Stories of the Night Sky
Presented by Pacific Science Center Science on the Go.
Ages 5 to 8.
Join us for a journey into the summer night sky, where constellations come to life! Hear stories of ancient heroes and mythical creatures as you search the sky for the Big Dipper, Pegasus, Leo the Lion and more. View this summer's sky from a whole new perspective on this trip through the stars via a portable planetarium.
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Story Drama: The Funny Little Woman
Presented by Seattle Children's Theatre.
Ages 5 to 7.
Explore this traditional Japanese tale using creative drama techniques. The book comes to life through acting, imagination and using interactive props.
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www.sct.org |
Story Drama: Possum Magic
Presented by: Seattle Children's Theatre.
Ages 3 to 5.
Explore the story elements of Mem Fox's Possum Magicusing creative drama techniques. The book comes to life through acting, imagination and using interactive props.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
www.sct.org |
Story Play
Love stories that make you want to wiggle, groove and move? Join us for an up-down-all-around good time. Active participation-kids or adults-a must!
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Summer Movies for Kids
Ages 6 and older, younger children with adult.
Beat the summer heat with an afternoon of movies on the big screen. Children are welcome to bring pillows, blankets and a favorite snack. We will provide the popcorn!
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Summer Readers Celebration
Calling all world travelers and readers. Celebrate all the adventures we had this summer.
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Summer Reading Kickoff & Ice Cream Social
Ages preschool-high school, ages 6 and younger with adult.
Come enjoy a cool treat at the library and help us kickoff reading this summer! Great opportunity for kids to sign up for the Summer Reading Program, for teens to pick up their Read Three, Get One Free forms and learn about the Read. Flip. Win contest.
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Summer Reading Sign-Up Party!
Ages 3 and older.
Drop in after school! Build an ice cream sundae and watch a funny presentation about all the great events going on at the library this summer.
Sign up for the Summer Reading Program, create your own bookmark and check out all the great books!
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Super Sock Puppets
Presented by Cheryl Hadley.
For ages 5 to 13, ages 5 to 7 with adult.
Not your standard sock puppet! Wild and crazy socks become wild and wonderful puppets. Turn a new sock into a pet monster or a silly sidekick. All materials provided.
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Take a Musical Mystery Tour
Presented by Eric Ode.
Ages 5 and older.
There's a musical mystery to solve and Eric's good buddy, Benjamin Dog, is on the case. With his Time Traveling Transportamatic, Benjamin zips from Asia to Australia, from Africa to Argentina, reporting back to Eric and everyone at the library through internet video.
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www.ericode.com |
Tales from a Small Planet
Presented by Harmonica Pocket.
Ages 2 and older.
Overhead and underfoot, hidden and in plain sight, hundreds of stories from Planet Earth are patiently waiting to be told. Using magical songs, dance and books, we will search under stones and rummage through dusty suitcases to find stories.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
www.harmonicapocket.com/kids |
Tales of the Trickster
Presented by Cindy Arnold, Live Paint.
Ages 3 and older.
Explore tales of magic from Africa, Europe and the United States on an adventure that includes multicultural stories, music, instruments and artifacts.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
www.Livepaint4kids.com |
The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse Play
Presented by Last Leaf Productions.
Ages 4 and older.
Set in Spain, this is fun retelling of the classic story of two mice who think the grass might be greener on the other side of the fence.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
www.lastleaf99.org |
The Toy Boats Concert: Sailing Away
Presented by Tiffany Lin, Anne Mathews, Paul Kikuchi and Steven Arntson.
Ages 3 and older.
Complex musical arrangements from around the world are created on instruments that could come from a child’s toy box including: a ukulele, toy glockenspiel and baby grand piano.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
www.thetoyboats.com |
The Very Silly Tourist Show
Presented by: Linda Severt.
Ages 2 and older.
A very silly tourist goes on a trip around the world, finding a variety of musical instruments. A Chinese Zither, an Irish Pennywhistle and a Middle Eastern Drum are some of the instruments that this hilarious character will discover and play.
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www.lindasevert.com |
The Weaver Play
Presented by Last Leaf Productions.
Ages 4 and older.
This Irish version of the classic Rumplestiltskin story is performed with original music and a fun trickster twist.
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www.lastleaf99.org |
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W.E C.A.R.E Sports
Ages 5 and older.
Celebrate the differences and similarities among cultures by playing games from around the world with W.E. C.A.R.E. Sports. Discover new games that use luna sticks, diabolos, pelele (fling-it nets), lariats, takraw balls and petecas.
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Where in the World...?
Wednesday, July 6, 7pm
Join us for stories, facts and activities from around the world.
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A World of Magic
Presented by Louie Foxx.
Ages 3 and older.
Can Louie charm his pet snake? Do you know the history of the tin can? Louie demonstrates that magic can be performed with everyday objects from around the world.
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www.library-magician.com |
A World of Stories
Presented by Jen and Nat Whitman, the Whitman Story Sampler.
Ages 3 and older.
Zip around the world with the Whitman Story Sampler! Jump up and join in lively songs and stories from around the globe!
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The Wonderful Wacky World of Science
Presented by Mad Science.
Ages 5 and older.
From penguins in the Southern Hemisphere to a Didgeridoo from Australia, take an imaginary Science Field Trip and learn how science is used in different countries. How is life different living in a high altitude? What is a bull-roarer? Find out the answers to these questions and more.
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www.MadScienceFun.com |
World Art Explorations: Ancient Egyptian Portraits
Presented by Nature Consortium Artist Jeanne Dodds.
Create a portrait of yourself in the style of an Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs! We will travel to Egypt through our imaginations to learn about the art that decorated the walls of pyramids and buildings of ancient times. Working with acrylic paint, we will use techniques such as flattened space, color mixing, and adding specialized attire to paint a historical Egyptian-style image of ourselves.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
www.naturec.org
http://www.youtube.com/user/NatureConsortium |
World Art Explorations: Jaguar Paper Mache Masks
Presented by Nature Consortium Artist Amaranta Sandys.
Ages 8 and older.
Some of the original people in Mexico believed they could communicate with spirits by wearing a mask that represented an animal totem. Design an original mask that represents a person or animal you would like to communicate with.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
www.naturec.org |
World Art Explorations- Japanese Art Forms
Presented by Jeanne Dodds, Nature Consortium.
Ages 8 and older.
In this fun mixed-media art class, students will try two art forms that reflect the unique culture of Japan: Suiseki, the art of miniature landscapes; and Sumi-e ink painting on rice paper. After learning about each form, students will create a 3D natural landscape using rocks, clay, moss and other materials and a 2D ink painting that explores simple lines, space and nature.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
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World Art Explorations: Penachos
Presented by Nature Consortium Artist Amarantha Sandys.
Ages 5 and older.
Penachos are headdresses made by the Aztec people. Learn the history of these items made from exotic bird feathers and precious stones. Design and create your own using construction paper, feathers and found objects.
Please register.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
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World Art Explorations: Pre-Columbian Mosaics
Presented by Nature Consortium Artist Amarantha Sandys.
Ages 8 and older.
Create a small scale mosaic using multi-colored pasta, seeds and beans to learn how the Aztecs, Mayans and Incas used shape and line in design.
Please register.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
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Yes to the World Concert
Presented by Lorraine Bayes and Angie Bolton.
Ages 3 and older.
The original performers from Tickle Tune Typhoon invite you to play native drums and percussion instruments, sing, use sign language and learn simple dance steps.
Dates, Times and Locations for this Program
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You and Me and ABC
Presented by Eric Ode.
Ages newborn and older with adult.
Enjoy simple songs, musical games, finger plays and movement activities that help build Early Literacy skills in a fun and interactive setting.
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The Zero and Somebuddy Variety Show
Presented by Zero and Somebuddy.
Ages 3 and older.
Clown fun for the young at heart, featuring magic, juggling and zany comedy.
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