Summer Reading 2008
Catch the Reading Bug!
June 7 - August 2, 2008
Our summer will be filled with stories, crafts, and movies for kids. Don't forget to sign up for the reading incentive program at any of our three libraries to get prizes for reading!
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Reading Incentives: Ages 3-12
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Storytime & Crafts: Ages 2-6
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Crafts & Activities: Ages 7-12
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Storytellers & Special Programs
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Free Family Movies
Reading Incentives for ages 3-12
Children ages 3-12 can sign up for our reading incentive program this summer. Sign up at any county library between June 7 and August 2. You will be given a reading log and instructions. FAMILY READERS: (children who don't yet read to themselves): Prizes are given after reading 20, 40, 60, and 80 books. INDEPENDENT READERS: prizes are given after 5 hours, 10 hours, 15 hours and 20 hours of reading. Kids who complete 20 hours of reading will get a ticket for themselves and a friend to our special End of Summer Celebration!!
Storytime & Crafts: Ages 2-6
Join us for bug-themed storytimes and crafts.Lenoir: 10am Wednesdays, June 10-July 30 (no program July 2); Granite Falls: 10am Tuesdays, June 10-June 24 (call 396-7703 after June 1 to register); Hudson: 10am Tuesdays, July 10-July 24 (call 728-4207 after June 1 to register)
Crafts & Games: Ages 7-12
(call the library after June 1 to register)
Catch the Bug! Make a bug box and nature journal to catch and learn about the bugs in your backyard! Tuesday, 6/10, 11:30 am, Granite Falls; Wednesday, 6/18, 2pm, Lenoir; Thursday, 7/10, 11:30am, Hudson.
Make a Bug! Express your creative side with bug crafts to make and take home. Tuesday, 6/17, 11:30am, Granite Falls; Wednesday, 7/9, 2pm, Lenoir; Thursday, 7/17, 11:30am, Hudson.
Would You Eat a Bug? Taste-test some creepy crawly treats and learn recipes you can make at home. Tuesday, 6/24, 11:30am, Granite Falls; Wednesday, 7/23, 2pm, Lenoir; Thursday, 7/24, 11:30am, Hudson.
Storytellers & Special Programs
All programs will be in Meeting room 6 at the Lenoir library unless otherwise listed.
Storyteller Jo Suttles - Thursday, June 19, 2pm
Jo delights children of all ages with her timeless tales. Don't miss this outstanding performance! All Ages.
Make & Take Ladybug Keychain - Saturday, June 21 10am
Stop by and make a beaded ladybug keychain to take home. Ages 7 and up.
Firefly Evening Storytime - Thursday, June 26, 6:30pm
Stories, songs, and a firefly craft for the whole family.
Learn about Beekeeping - Saturday, June 28, 10am
Local beekeepers will teach us about the care and keeping of bees and collecting honey. Ages 6 and up.
Storyteller Donna Washington - Tuesday, July 8, 10am
Nationally known storyteller Donna Washington proves that storytelling isn't just for kids! All ages will enjoy her stories.
Catch the Poetry Bug! - Monday July 14, 10am ages 7-9, 2pm ages 10-12
Learn how much fun writing poetry can be at this workshop, geared specifically for each age group. Registration required. Call 757-1274 after June 1 to register.
Learn about Fly Fishing - Friday, July 18, 2pm in Lenoir; Friday, July 25, 2:30pm in Granite Falls
Did you know you can catch fish with bugs? Learn all about this exciting sport! Ages 6 and up.
Free Family Movies
Keep cool with a movie and popcorn at the library! All movies will begin at 2pm in Meeting Room 6, Lenoir.
June 11: Bee Movie
June 25: How to Eat Fried Worms
July 16: A Bug's Life
July 30: Charlotte's Web
Lenoir Library
120 Hospital Avenue
Lenoir, NC 28645
Telephone
828-757-1270
Fax
828-757-1413
Hours of Operation
Mon-Wed-Fri
8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday and Thursday
8:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Granite Falls Library
24 South Main St.
Granite Falls, NC 28630
Telephone
828-396-7703
Hours of Operation
Mon-Tues, Thurs-Fri
8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM to 5:30 PM
(closed 1:00 to 2:00 Mon-Fri for lunch)
Saturday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Hudson Library
530 Central Street
Hudson, NC 28638
Telephone
828-728-4207
Hours of Operation
Mon-Tues, Thurs-Fri
8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM to 5:30 PM
(closed 1:00 to 2:00 Mon-Fri for lunch)
Saturday
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
