Do you enjoy bowling? Join in with some fun-loving adults on Fridays from 10:30am-12pm as they compete in Wii bowling. You may attend any or all of these gatherings and may participate as a soloist or be part of a team. No registration is necessary and it’s all in good fun. Feel free to just stop by as an onlooker, but we’re sure you’ll be coaxed into playing a string or two.
Do you enjoy ice cream? The Summer Reading Finale of 'One World, Many Stories' and 'You are Here!' will be HERE on Thursday, August 4, from 6:30-7:30pm. All summer reading registrants are welcome to register (again) for this final event. All kids taking part in the event are invited to sample tastes around the globe with 'Droppings for Toppings' and other such nonsense. Participation Certificates will be distributed to the younger set as well as final raffles. Teens may enjoy more cheap and worthless prizes as well as ice cream sundaes. Please note that we plan to close registration by 4pm on August 3 for planning purposes and we’d hate for you to be left out.
Do you enjoy writing? ‘Writers Ink’ meets on the second Monday of the month. In August the theme is ‘a pivotal moment.’ The writing theme will be different each month and decided on by the members of the group. All are invited to come on Monday, August 8th, from 6:30-8pm. This is a judgment free zone for writers of all levels. Registration is not required. Show up with your own writing materials.
Do you enjoy knitting? We have opportunities galore! Join the KnitWits on either Tuesdays or Fridays from 10:30am-12pm, or join the newly formed ‘KnitOwls’ on Thursdays nights from 6:30-8pm. You may attend any or all of these gatherings. No registration is necessary.
Do you enjoy discussing books? We have two adult groups that meet at regularly scheduled times. The larks meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 10:15am. The owls meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6pm. Please call the library or just drop in and ask for the next book for each discussion. Both groups welcome newcomers year round.
We also have discussions for kids and teens, and there is one right around the corner. On Wednesday, August 10th, we are having a summer combo for teens and tweens (ages 11-19). We’ll be discussing “The Outsiders” by S. E. Hinton at 6:30pm, and then we’ll be putting the film on at 7:20pm. Pick-up is at 9pm. Please register and plan to come. The teen librarian will put out the candy bowl.
For more information or a list of upcoming programs, please visit our website www.kimballlibrary.com, call (603) 362-5234, or email us at staff@kimballlibrary.com. We encourage you to ‘like’ us on Facebook/KimballLibrary.Atkinson.NH, follow us on Twitter/KimballLibrary, and RSS feed our blog -- http://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com. Also, you can get news directly sent to your inbox twice a month. Please ask us if you are interested.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Kimball Library News 7/12/11
'One World, Many Stories' in combination with ‘You are Here’ on Wednesday, July 27th, from 6:30-7:30pm is on the move with ‘Reptiles on the Move’! Meet more than 24 animals during this event. Get to know all sorts of interesting lizards, snakes, turtles, frogs and even an American alligator or two. Everybody will enjoy meeting 'Luka' an 11 ft. long albino Burmese Python, 'Darth Gator’, and 'Roxie and Toby' the huge tortoises. Come greet colorful creatures such as Chinese water dragons, blue tongued skinks and so many more animals from different parts of the world! This is a summer reading event and is paid for by ‘The Friends of the Kimball Library.’ No registration is necessary. All ages are welcome.
‘Learn to Build Your Character’ if you are in grades 1-5. Come in for lessons with Joshua Munoz, to build confidence in yourself on Thursday, July 28, from 11-11:45am - presented by Ocasio's True Martial Arts, Plaistow. This event is part of the Summer Reading Program 'One World, Many Stories.'
‘You are Here’ on Tuesday, August 2nd, with Deepal Vora. Deepal is a professional henna artist providing Henna Services for the last 6 years around the Boston area. Her designs are completely free-hand and thus flexible to suit style and preference. She uses all-natural henna powder (no BLACK Henna) that is safe on the skin. The henna paste is prepared fresh a day or two before the event.
First on that evening is henna history, tradition, facts and myths. Next on the agenda is types of henna designs - Indian, Arabic, Moroccan, and contemporary glitter designs. You will also be shown how to make henna paste and cones. Deepal will do henna designs on the teens and they also get an opportunity to practice the art on themselves and others. This program currently has a waitlist, but it is not uncommon to have last minute cancellations so please so register if you are interested. Check out Deepal Vora's work: http://www.hennabydeepal.com Participants should be entering grade 6 up through age 19, be registered for teen summer reading, and have their own Kimball Library card. Hands-on participation is limited to 20 teens although guests may attend and hear the history portion of the program. ***Permission slips for ages under 18 need to be signed on the night of the program.
Please contact Kathy Watson at youngadult@kimballlibrary.com with registration issues regarding the henna program. Subject line should say “Register Me for Henna’. Body of the message should give your ‘Name’ (first and last), ‘phone number’, LIBRARY CARD NUMBER, ‘age’, and ‘email’ address. Thanks for your cooperation.
Like to knit? We have opportunities galore! Join the KnitWits on either Tuesdays or Fridays from 10:30am-12pm, or join the newly formed ‘KnitOwls’ on Thursdays nights from 6:30-8pm. You may attend any or all of these gatherings. No registration is necessary.
For more information or a list of upcoming programs, please visit our website www.kimballlibrary.com, call (603) 362-5234, or email us at staff@kimballlibrary.com. We encourage you to ‘like’ us on Facebook/KimballLibrary.Atkinson.NH, follow us on Twitter/KimballLibrary, and RSS feed our blog -- http://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com. Also, you can get news directly sent to your inbox twice a month. Please ask us if you are interested.
‘Learn to Build Your Character’ if you are in grades 1-5. Come in for lessons with Joshua Munoz, to build confidence in yourself on Thursday, July 28, from 11-11:45am - presented by Ocasio's True Martial Arts, Plaistow. This event is part of the Summer Reading Program 'One World, Many Stories.'
‘You are Here’ on Tuesday, August 2nd, with Deepal Vora. Deepal is a professional henna artist providing Henna Services for the last 6 years around the Boston area. Her designs are completely free-hand and thus flexible to suit style and preference. She uses all-natural henna powder (no BLACK Henna) that is safe on the skin. The henna paste is prepared fresh a day or two before the event.
First on that evening is henna history, tradition, facts and myths. Next on the agenda is types of henna designs - Indian, Arabic, Moroccan, and contemporary glitter designs. You will also be shown how to make henna paste and cones. Deepal will do henna designs on the teens and they also get an opportunity to practice the art on themselves and others. This program currently has a waitlist, but it is not uncommon to have last minute cancellations so please so register if you are interested. Check out Deepal Vora's work: http://www.hennabydeepal.com Participants should be entering grade 6 up through age 19, be registered for teen summer reading, and have their own Kimball Library card. Hands-on participation is limited to 20 teens although guests may attend and hear the history portion of the program. ***Permission slips for ages under 18 need to be signed on the night of the program.
Please contact Kathy Watson at youngadult@kimballlibrary.com with registration issues regarding the henna program. Subject line should say “Register Me for Henna’. Body of the message should give your ‘Name’ (first and last), ‘phone number’, LIBRARY CARD NUMBER, ‘age’, and ‘email’ address. Thanks for your cooperation.
Like to knit? We have opportunities galore! Join the KnitWits on either Tuesdays or Fridays from 10:30am-12pm, or join the newly formed ‘KnitOwls’ on Thursdays nights from 6:30-8pm. You may attend any or all of these gatherings. No registration is necessary.
For more information or a list of upcoming programs, please visit our website www.kimballlibrary.com, call (603) 362-5234, or email us at staff@kimballlibrary.com. We encourage you to ‘like’ us on Facebook/KimballLibrary.Atkinson.NH, follow us on Twitter/KimballLibrary, and RSS feed our blog -- http://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com. Also, you can get news directly sent to your inbox twice a month. Please ask us if you are interested.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Kimball Library News 7/5/11
‘You are Here’ on Tuesday, July 19th, from 6:30-8:00pm learning to defend yourself. This program is slated for incoming sixth graders through college age and you do not have to be part of the teen summer reading program to participate. Hampstead resident, Sonny Charles, will show you how to evaluate strangers and how to defend yourself against assault. Using principals of Judo, Karate, Aikido and Jujitso, he will focus on the escape process and getting to safety. There will be the opportunity for audience participation. You will leave with a sense of empowerment from learning these basic techniques to use in realistic situations. We strongly encourage college freshmen in particular to attend as you may need these skills on your college campus.
Sonny Charles has had a defense studio for fourteen years. He was also a hand-to-hand combat instructor in the military. “Mr. Charles teaches kids a program of self-defense that helps them manage conflicts with minimum physical force. Participants of this program use role playing as well as basic self-defense skills to limit their chances of resorting to unnecessary violence.” Registration for this event is strongly encouraged.
Adult book readers have time to come get a copy of ‘Tears of the Giraffe’ by Alexander McCall Smith and discuss this novel with other folks in one of our conference rooms on Tuesday, July 19th, from 6:00-7:00pm. Summer is a great time to try out any of our book discussions. This particular group meets monthly on THIRD Tuesdays. Please drop in and pick up a copy of this book.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, 21st, from 4:00-5:00pm is heading to ‘Next Stop, Italy!’ Michelangelo, well known for his statue of David and his painting of the Sistine Chapel, was a famous Italian artist. Find out what it was like for Michelangelo to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel by creating your own painting -- but bring a pillow! He didn't have one when he did his work. Hear music and stories, eat GRRREAT Italian food! 'Mangia!' This is a Summer Reading Program for kids K-Gr. 5. Registration for this event closes Wednesday, July 20 at 5:00pm.
They’re back—and they are larger and even more spectacular! ‘The Kokopelli Flute Group is seven adults who have varying backgrounds in their professional and musical lives. They are all part of the flute section of the Timberlane Community Band (TCB), and together, they have found a wonderful outlet for their music and a very special friendship. Join us and them in the courtyard for the 2nd Annual Kokopelli Flute Concert on Tuesday, July 26th, from 6:30-8:00pm. You’ll be guaranteed a place to sit if you bring your own lawn chair or blanket. During intermission, ice cream sundaes will be served. We are hosting this rain or shine, but please, pray for shine! We’ll meet in the large meeting room if we have inclement weather. This event is paid for and sponsored by ‘The Friends of Kimball Library’.
Reminder: We take book donations year round. Cleaning out? Think of us.
For more information or a list of upcoming programs, please visit our website www.kimballlibrary.com, call (603) 362-5234, or email us at staff@kimballlibrary.com. We encourage you to ‘like’ us on Facebook/KimballLibrary.Atkinson.NH, follow us on Twitter/KimballLibrary, and RSS feed our blog -- http://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com. Also, you can get news directly sent to your inbox twice a month. Please ask us if you are interested.
Sonny Charles has had a defense studio for fourteen years. He was also a hand-to-hand combat instructor in the military. “Mr. Charles teaches kids a program of self-defense that helps them manage conflicts with minimum physical force. Participants of this program use role playing as well as basic self-defense skills to limit their chances of resorting to unnecessary violence.” Registration for this event is strongly encouraged.
Adult book readers have time to come get a copy of ‘Tears of the Giraffe’ by Alexander McCall Smith and discuss this novel with other folks in one of our conference rooms on Tuesday, July 19th, from 6:00-7:00pm. Summer is a great time to try out any of our book discussions. This particular group meets monthly on THIRD Tuesdays. Please drop in and pick up a copy of this book.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, 21st, from 4:00-5:00pm is heading to ‘Next Stop, Italy!’ Michelangelo, well known for his statue of David and his painting of the Sistine Chapel, was a famous Italian artist. Find out what it was like for Michelangelo to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel by creating your own painting -- but bring a pillow! He didn't have one when he did his work. Hear music and stories, eat GRRREAT Italian food! 'Mangia!' This is a Summer Reading Program for kids K-Gr. 5. Registration for this event closes Wednesday, July 20 at 5:00pm.
They’re back—and they are larger and even more spectacular! ‘The Kokopelli Flute Group is seven adults who have varying backgrounds in their professional and musical lives. They are all part of the flute section of the Timberlane Community Band (TCB), and together, they have found a wonderful outlet for their music and a very special friendship. Join us and them in the courtyard for the 2nd Annual Kokopelli Flute Concert on Tuesday, July 26th, from 6:30-8:00pm. You’ll be guaranteed a place to sit if you bring your own lawn chair or blanket. During intermission, ice cream sundaes will be served. We are hosting this rain or shine, but please, pray for shine! We’ll meet in the large meeting room if we have inclement weather. This event is paid for and sponsored by ‘The Friends of Kimball Library’.
Reminder: We take book donations year round. Cleaning out? Think of us.
For more information or a list of upcoming programs, please visit our website www.kimballlibrary.com, call (603) 362-5234, or email us at staff@kimballlibrary.com. We encourage you to ‘like’ us on Facebook/KimballLibrary.Atkinson.NH, follow us on Twitter/KimballLibrary, and RSS feed our blog -- http://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com. Also, you can get news directly sent to your inbox twice a month. Please ask us if you are interested.
Kimball Library News 6/28/11
‘Kimball Library Writing Group’ is a fairly new group that meets on the second Monday of the month. In July the focus will be on military stories. This does not have to be first-hand experience with the military but should have a military theme. Each writing session will be facilitated. The writing theme will be different each month and decided on by the members of the group. All are invited to come on Monday, July 11th, from 6:30-8pm. This is a judgment free zone for writers of all levels.
Do we have any budding chefs entering grade 6 up through age 19? The ‘You are Here’ teen summer reading event on Tuesday, July 12, from 6:30-9pm is an opportunity to show off your cooking/assembling skills and see a cooking movie. The 'No-Bake, Bake-Off!' rules are simple. You can either make a drink, an appetizer or dessert. It has to be primarily made in the library and you can use the microwave to heat up your creation. If you want to do some prep at home that is acceptable. You may bring in your own blender. You have thirty minutes to create your entry. You may work alone or with a partner, and you must be sure to bring everything you need for materials. The judges will use presentation, creativity and tastiness as their criteria and rate each category on a scale of 1-5. At the end of the competition, the highest score wins a 'cheap and worthless' prize. After the contest we'll watch a cooking movie. Teens who do not want to be in the contest, but want to just watch the movie are welcome and vice-versa. The movie will start after the contest around 7:15pm, and there are rats and culinary adventures. Please register yourself and your friends.
‘KnitOwls’ is a NEW knitting group that meets on Thursday evenings starting July 14th. The two morning knitting groups are such a success that the night owls want a slot for themselves. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, come join the fun and learn together. Please bring your own supplies. This is an informal gathering to finish those unfinished projects or perhaps get some new ideas for beginning some novel ones. You’ll share some laughs, drop a stitch or two, and make some new friends. All experience levels and ages welcome.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, July 14th, from 4:00-5:00pm is heading to ‘Away We Go to Mexico!’ Hola! From ancient cultures, colorful celebrations and delicious food, there's always something new and interesting to find out about Mexico! You will be able to create Mexican foil art, color with markers, and then add beads. Won’t it be fun to eat tasty Mexican foods and play a Mexican game? This is a Summer Reading Program where kids ages 5-10 are included. Registration closes Wednesday, July 13th, at 5:00pm.
Do we have any budding chefs entering grade 6 up through age 19? The ‘You are Here’ teen summer reading event on Tuesday, July 12, from 6:30-9pm is an opportunity to show off your cooking/assembling skills and see a cooking movie. The 'No-Bake, Bake-Off!' rules are simple. You can either make a drink, an appetizer or dessert. It has to be primarily made in the library and you can use the microwave to heat up your creation. If you want to do some prep at home that is acceptable. You may bring in your own blender. You have thirty minutes to create your entry. You may work alone or with a partner, and you must be sure to bring everything you need for materials. The judges will use presentation, creativity and tastiness as their criteria and rate each category on a scale of 1-5. At the end of the competition, the highest score wins a 'cheap and worthless' prize. After the contest we'll watch a cooking movie. Teens who do not want to be in the contest, but want to just watch the movie are welcome and vice-versa. The movie will start after the contest around 7:15pm, and there are rats and culinary adventures. Please register yourself and your friends.
‘KnitOwls’ is a NEW knitting group that meets on Thursday evenings starting July 14th. The two morning knitting groups are such a success that the night owls want a slot for themselves. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, come join the fun and learn together. Please bring your own supplies. This is an informal gathering to finish those unfinished projects or perhaps get some new ideas for beginning some novel ones. You’ll share some laughs, drop a stitch or two, and make some new friends. All experience levels and ages welcome.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, July 14th, from 4:00-5:00pm is heading to ‘Away We Go to Mexico!’ Hola! From ancient cultures, colorful celebrations and delicious food, there's always something new and interesting to find out about Mexico! You will be able to create Mexican foil art, color with markers, and then add beads. Won’t it be fun to eat tasty Mexican foods and play a Mexican game? This is a Summer Reading Program where kids ages 5-10 are included. Registration closes Wednesday, July 13th, at 5:00pm.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Kimball Library News 6/21/11
Summer reading is continuing to roll along, and we still are taking registrations on a daily basis. Register to take part in ‘One World, Many Stories’ for kids, or the teen summer reading program for tweens and teens entering grade 6 through age 19, ‘You Are Here’. Please note that most activities require registration and that the registration closes 24 hours before the event starts.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, July 7th, from 4:00-5:00pm is heading to ‘Japan! Don’t Forget Your Passport!’ According to the children’s librarian, there are a few things to think about when visiting Japan: 1. Remember to take off your shoes or slippers when you enter a house. 2. Please bow to show respect to others. 3. Slurping your noodles tells everyone you're enjoying them very much! 4. You may be required to use chopsticks when eating! Learn more about Japan and its customs, food and games at this program. You’ll have plenty to do! See beautiful Japanese clothing, make an Origami crane, and sample Japanese foods and tea. Summer Reading Kids from K-Gr.5 are welcome to sign up. Registration for this event closes July 6, at 4:00pm.
‘Kimball Library Writing Group’ (dubbed by me as ‘Writers Ink’ until they name themselves) is an active group that meets on the second Monday of the month. In July the focus will be on military stories. This does not have to be first-hand experience with the military but should have a military theme. Each writing session will be facilitated. The writing theme will be different each month and decided on by the members of the group. All are invited to come on Monday, July 11th, from 6:30-8pm. This is a judgment free zone for writers of all levels.
‘You are Here’ on Tuesday, July 12, from 6:30-9pm showing off your cooking/assembling skills and seeing a ‘What’s Cooking?’ movie. The 'No-Bake, Bake-Off!' rules are fairly simple. You can either make a drink, an appetizer or dessert. It has to be primarily made in the library and you can use the microwave to heat up your creation. If you want to do some prep at home that is acceptable. You may bring in your own blender. You have thirty minutes to create your entry. You may work alone or with a partner, and you must be sure to bring everything you need for materials. The judges will use presentation, creativity and tastiness as their criteria and rate each category on a scale of 1-5. At the end of the competition, the highest score wins a 'cheap and worthless' prize. After the contest we'll watch a cooking movie. Teens who do not want to be in the contest, but want to just watch the movie, are welcome. The movie will begin around 7:15pm. This is a 'YOU ARE HERE' teen summer reading event. Participants should be entering grade 6 up through age 19. Registration will close 24 hours before the event.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, July 14th, from 4:00-5:00pm is heading to ‘Away We Go to Mexico!’ Hola! If there's one thing you can say about Mexico, it's a fun place! From ancient cultures, colorful celebrations and delicious food, there's always something new and interesting to find out about Mexico! You will be able to create Mexican foil art, color with markers, and then add beads. Won’t it be fun to eat tasty Mexican foods and play a Mexican game? This is a Summer Reading Program where kids ages 5-10 are included. Registration closes Wednesday, July 13th, at 5:00pm.
For more information or a list of upcoming programs, please visit our website www.kimballlibrary.com, call (603) 362-5234, or email us at staff@kimballlibrary.com. We encourage you to ‘like’ us on Facebook/KimballLibrary.Atkinson.NH, follow us on Twitter/KimballLibrary, and RSS feed our blog -- http://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, July 7th, from 4:00-5:00pm is heading to ‘Japan! Don’t Forget Your Passport!’ According to the children’s librarian, there are a few things to think about when visiting Japan: 1. Remember to take off your shoes or slippers when you enter a house. 2. Please bow to show respect to others. 3. Slurping your noodles tells everyone you're enjoying them very much! 4. You may be required to use chopsticks when eating! Learn more about Japan and its customs, food and games at this program. You’ll have plenty to do! See beautiful Japanese clothing, make an Origami crane, and sample Japanese foods and tea. Summer Reading Kids from K-Gr.5 are welcome to sign up. Registration for this event closes July 6, at 4:00pm.
‘Kimball Library Writing Group’ (dubbed by me as ‘Writers Ink’ until they name themselves) is an active group that meets on the second Monday of the month. In July the focus will be on military stories. This does not have to be first-hand experience with the military but should have a military theme. Each writing session will be facilitated. The writing theme will be different each month and decided on by the members of the group. All are invited to come on Monday, July 11th, from 6:30-8pm. This is a judgment free zone for writers of all levels.
‘You are Here’ on Tuesday, July 12, from 6:30-9pm showing off your cooking/assembling skills and seeing a ‘What’s Cooking?’ movie. The 'No-Bake, Bake-Off!' rules are fairly simple. You can either make a drink, an appetizer or dessert. It has to be primarily made in the library and you can use the microwave to heat up your creation. If you want to do some prep at home that is acceptable. You may bring in your own blender. You have thirty minutes to create your entry. You may work alone or with a partner, and you must be sure to bring everything you need for materials. The judges will use presentation, creativity and tastiness as their criteria and rate each category on a scale of 1-5. At the end of the competition, the highest score wins a 'cheap and worthless' prize. After the contest we'll watch a cooking movie. Teens who do not want to be in the contest, but want to just watch the movie, are welcome. The movie will begin around 7:15pm. This is a 'YOU ARE HERE' teen summer reading event. Participants should be entering grade 6 up through age 19. Registration will close 24 hours before the event.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, July 14th, from 4:00-5:00pm is heading to ‘Away We Go to Mexico!’ Hola! If there's one thing you can say about Mexico, it's a fun place! From ancient cultures, colorful celebrations and delicious food, there's always something new and interesting to find out about Mexico! You will be able to create Mexican foil art, color with markers, and then add beads. Won’t it be fun to eat tasty Mexican foods and play a Mexican game? This is a Summer Reading Program where kids ages 5-10 are included. Registration closes Wednesday, July 13th, at 5:00pm.
For more information or a list of upcoming programs, please visit our website www.kimballlibrary.com, call (603) 362-5234, or email us at staff@kimballlibrary.com. We encourage you to ‘like’ us on Facebook/KimballLibrary.Atkinson.NH, follow us on Twitter/KimballLibrary, and RSS feed our blog -- http://kimballlibrary.blogspot.com.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Kimball Library News 6/14/11
Summer reading is totally underway, and we are taking registrations on a daily basis. For age 5 – Grade 5, we are excited to have kids take part in ‘One World, Many Stories’. The teen summer reading program is for tweens and teens entering grade 6 through age 19, and the cultural theme is entitled ‘You Are Here’. Please note that most activities require registration, and that the registration closes 24 hours before the event starts.
'One World, Many Stories' on Monday, June 27th, from 5:30-6:30pm takes us to Bangladesh with the Summertime Brown Baggers. Kids in grades 2-4 are encouraged to read ‘Rickshaw Girl’ by Mitali Perkins. [In her village, ten-year-old Naimi excels at painting designs called alpanas, but to help her impoverished family financially she would have to be a boy - or disguise herself as one.] Books are available at the children's desk for you to pick up in plenty of time for reading. Please bring your own supper in a bag. We provide the dessert and drinks while we talk about the book. And yes, this event does require pre-registration.
‘You Are Here’ on Wednesday, June 29, from 6:30-9pm takes us to a small French village where a woman and her daughter open up a chocolate shop. 'Chocolat!' the movie will be on the large screen, and during intermission we'll have the chocolate fountain ready for dipping. Entry requirements for this program are online registration AND one dozen or more dippers for the chocolate fountain. Dipper suggestions are on the website. Participants should be entering grade 6 up through age 19. Registration will close 24 hours before the event. This is not a ‘nut-free’ event.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, June 30th, from 4-5pm takes us to Africa where we learn more about the people in our world through story and everyday life. There is African food to taste from Ethiopia and Zimbabwe, beaded bracelets to make, a mask to design, and much more. Registration is required for this event, and this event is designed for children age 5 through grade 5. This is a Kids’ Summer Reading Program, and registration for this event closes Wednesday, June 29 at 4:00pm.
‘You are Here’ on Wednesday, July 6, from 6:30-8pm, takes us to Sudan with the combination Teen/Tween Book Discussion. Youth in grade 5 up through high school are encouraged to read ‘A Long Walk to Water’ by Linda Sue Park. [Based on the true story of Salva, one of some 3,800 Sudanese "Lost Boys" airlifted to the United States beginning in the mid 1990s. This poignant story of Salva's life is told side-by-side with the story of Nya, a young girl who lives today in one of those villages who once walked eight hours each day to fetch water. Following the discussion, we’ll play Kudoda, an African game from 7:30-8pm. Books are available at the front desk. Please register in advance, and yes, it’s true, candy is often on the table at teen book discussions.
For more information or a list of upcoming programs, please visit our website www.kimballlibrary.com, call (603) 362-5234, or email us at staff@kimballlibrary.com.
'One World, Many Stories' on Monday, June 27th, from 5:30-6:30pm takes us to Bangladesh with the Summertime Brown Baggers. Kids in grades 2-4 are encouraged to read ‘Rickshaw Girl’ by Mitali Perkins. [In her village, ten-year-old Naimi excels at painting designs called alpanas, but to help her impoverished family financially she would have to be a boy - or disguise herself as one.] Books are available at the children's desk for you to pick up in plenty of time for reading. Please bring your own supper in a bag. We provide the dessert and drinks while we talk about the book. And yes, this event does require pre-registration.
‘You Are Here’ on Wednesday, June 29, from 6:30-9pm takes us to a small French village where a woman and her daughter open up a chocolate shop. 'Chocolat!' the movie will be on the large screen, and during intermission we'll have the chocolate fountain ready for dipping. Entry requirements for this program are online registration AND one dozen or more dippers for the chocolate fountain. Dipper suggestions are on the website. Participants should be entering grade 6 up through age 19. Registration will close 24 hours before the event. This is not a ‘nut-free’ event.
'One World, Many Stories' on Thursday, June 30th, from 4-5pm takes us to Africa where we learn more about the people in our world through story and everyday life. There is African food to taste from Ethiopia and Zimbabwe, beaded bracelets to make, a mask to design, and much more. Registration is required for this event, and this event is designed for children age 5 through grade 5. This is a Kids’ Summer Reading Program, and registration for this event closes Wednesday, June 29 at 4:00pm.
‘You are Here’ on Wednesday, July 6, from 6:30-8pm, takes us to Sudan with the combination Teen/Tween Book Discussion. Youth in grade 5 up through high school are encouraged to read ‘A Long Walk to Water’ by Linda Sue Park. [Based on the true story of Salva, one of some 3,800 Sudanese "Lost Boys" airlifted to the United States beginning in the mid 1990s. This poignant story of Salva's life is told side-by-side with the story of Nya, a young girl who lives today in one of those villages who once walked eight hours each day to fetch water. Following the discussion, we’ll play Kudoda, an African game from 7:30-8pm. Books are available at the front desk. Please register in advance, and yes, it’s true, candy is often on the table at teen book discussions.
For more information or a list of upcoming programs, please visit our website www.kimballlibrary.com, call (603) 362-5234, or email us at staff@kimballlibrary.com.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Kimball Library News 6/7/11
Summertime and the reading is easy! Mark your calendar for summer reading registration for kids and teens so they can take part in the challenges and joys of reading as well as be eligible to participate in programs and win prizes.
CHILDREN (age 5 through those entering grade 5): ONE WORLD, MANY STORIES is summer reading fun, and registration for the entire program begins on June 23. Enter weekly raffles and win prizes. Travel the world with us as we enjoy the customs, art, stories and great food from faraway places! Come to the library and pick up your packet with all the information and register online. Some events require early registration (**HINT** The ‘Kick-Off’ on the 25th!) so please check the online calendar now as pre-registration before events closes 24 hours before the individual events start.
T/WEENS (those entering grade 6 through age 19): YOU ARE HERE is open to Atkinson youth entering grade 6 through age 19 (as of Fall 2011). Register online starting Tuesday, June 21st, and then you must come into the Kimball Library to activate your account, receive your reading tickets, and get your $5 reading coupon. Use it to pay down your library fines. If you only want to use part of your reading bucks, a staff member will initial the coupon and write down the remaining balance.
For each age-appropriate item you read, turn in your ticket to a staff member with your name, phone number, and title of the item you read. There is no required amount of reading and you can include graphic novels, magazines, novels, audio books, ebooks – any literature counts. You may ask for extra tickets if you run out. The last day to enter tickets for the raffle is July 30th.
If you read an item that is MORE than 200 pages, you may enter 2 coupons for that same book. Remember~ over 200 pages = DOUBLE COUPONS. Participation raffle tickets are for teens that have registered and attend teen programs. All ‘YOU ARE HERE’ events on the calendar are eligible for tickets. The more you read and participate, the better your odds of winning prizes.
When each ticket is completed, drop it off at the main desk to be eligible for random prize drawings held weekly. Prizes may include snacks, books, music CDs, gift cards and more! You need not be present to win. This year’s challenge is ‘Tat the Teen Librarian’. If at least 70 teens register and submit 700 tickets as a whole, the Teen Librarian (Kathy Watson) will get tattooed by teens at the August 2 ‘Henna by Design’ program.
CHILDREN (age 5 through those entering grade 5): ONE WORLD, MANY STORIES is summer reading fun, and registration for the entire program begins on June 23. Enter weekly raffles and win prizes. Travel the world with us as we enjoy the customs, art, stories and great food from faraway places! Come to the library and pick up your packet with all the information and register online. Some events require early registration (**HINT** The ‘Kick-Off’ on the 25th!) so please check the online calendar now as pre-registration before events closes 24 hours before the individual events start.
T/WEENS (those entering grade 6 through age 19): YOU ARE HERE is open to Atkinson youth entering grade 6 through age 19 (as of Fall 2011). Register online starting Tuesday, June 21st, and then you must come into the Kimball Library to activate your account, receive your reading tickets, and get your $5 reading coupon. Use it to pay down your library fines. If you only want to use part of your reading bucks, a staff member will initial the coupon and write down the remaining balance.
For each age-appropriate item you read, turn in your ticket to a staff member with your name, phone number, and title of the item you read. There is no required amount of reading and you can include graphic novels, magazines, novels, audio books, ebooks – any literature counts. You may ask for extra tickets if you run out. The last day to enter tickets for the raffle is July 30th.
If you read an item that is MORE than 200 pages, you may enter 2 coupons for that same book. Remember~ over 200 pages = DOUBLE COUPONS. Participation raffle tickets are for teens that have registered and attend teen programs. All ‘YOU ARE HERE’ events on the calendar are eligible for tickets. The more you read and participate, the better your odds of winning prizes.
When each ticket is completed, drop it off at the main desk to be eligible for random prize drawings held weekly. Prizes may include snacks, books, music CDs, gift cards and more! You need not be present to win. This year’s challenge is ‘Tat the Teen Librarian’. If at least 70 teens register and submit 700 tickets as a whole, the Teen Librarian (Kathy Watson) will get tattooed by teens at the August 2 ‘Henna by Design’ program.
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