Greenville Public Library
2015 Summer Reading Program
Every Hero Has a Story
(July 6 - August 28)
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This summer the Greenville Library will be offering a variety of programs for children. Activities will range
from workshops and programs for elementary, middle schoolers and teens. Visit the library this summer and let
your child discover the adventure and fun of choosing books from the library’s collections and at the same time
have fun participating in all of the activities we have planned for them. Reading Folders for the Summer
Reading Program will be available in the Children’s Room at the Library. We’ll also have the Guessing Jar,
candy to pick for books added to your Reading Folder and prizes for points collected. Teens & Tweens(9 and
up) - Each time they bring back a book to the library that they’ve read, they can fill out a coupon for several end
of Summer Prize Drawings.
June 30, July 21, Aug. 11, Sept. 1 Teen Book Club Write-Up Ages 11 – 18 9:00 – 11:00 Instructor: Melissa Gergen
During these four scheduled days, participants will be able to share and discuss books they have been able to read with other
members of the group. During the second hour of each scheduled time, students will be given the chance to respond to short writing
prompts and complete activities to further engage them in their love of reading, writing and creating. Participants do not need to be
present at each meeting. Registration required.
Who’s Your Hero!
Ages 4 – 7
9:00 – 10:30
Instructors: G.S. Troop 1568
Every hero has a story, and every person has a hero. Using materials provided, you will be making a booklet and other crafts
about your favorite hero. Girl Scout Troop 1568, will also have storytime about some of our favorite hero’s. Bring your own
storybook to share. Registration required.
July 6
July 6, 7, 8
ACTing Up Ages 3 – 5 (Only July 6, will be from 10:45 – 11:30) 10:00 – 10:45
Instructor: Jessica Coons
Enjoy a fun and interactive class that will help boost your child’s confidence and creativity. He/she will enter an environment
that will allow them to explore their individuality through story-time, song, dance and movement. This class will help enhance
communication skills and provide the opportunity for your child to learn to interact with other children; all while ACTing Up!
Registration required. You can sign up for one class or all three. Parents asked to stay with 3 yr. old sign-ups.
Create a Stained Glass Dove
Ages 10 & up 1:00 – 3:00 OR 3:30 – 5:30
Instructor: Connie Pruiksma
The instructor will supply a variety of multicolored parts to create a Dove. Participants will learn to solder them to create
their own stained glass piece. If anyone is uncomfortable soldering, the instructor will do it for you. Registration required.
July 8
July 9, 23, 30, Aug. 13, 20, 27
Introduction to Gymnastics
Ages 4 – 7 3:00 – 3:45 or 4:00 – 4:45 Instructor: Alexa
Gymnastics is a great sport for teaching kids that exercise & staying fit can be fun. Any age and ability can be taught the
basics of gymnastics, while building self-esteem, social skills and fitness. Development through fun activities, creative movement and
motor skills are components of the program. Wear comfortable attire. Registration required.
July 9, 23, 30
Mommy and Me Play Group
Ages 15 months – 2
10:30 – 11:30
Instructor: Jessica Coons
Come and enjoy quality time with your little ones during this 45 minute class. This interactive play group will allow your
little ones to learn and discover the world around them through sensory play, music, and dance. Come to one class or all three.
Just Drop In!
Make Yourself Into a Super Hero!
Ages 4 – 7
9:00 – 10:30
Instructors: G.S. Troop 1568
Hang onto your cape, this one is going to be fun! Join Girl Scout Troop 1568 to transform yourself into a super hero. Using
material provided, you will make a cape for yourself and your favorite doll or stuffed animal (bring with you). Give yourself a super
hero name and pick super powers. Registration required.
July 10
July 10, 17, 24, Aug. 7, 14, 21
Summer Ballet
Ages 3 - 6 11:00 – 12:00 Instructor: Samantha Henderson
Samantha Henderson is a teen ballerina who wants to become a professional dance teacher. She has been dancing for 6
years. And now you can join her by coming to Summer Ballet! No experience needed. Bring/wear: Any ballet leotard or bodysuit,
water Bottle. Optional: ballet slippers (available @ Payless Shoe Store), tights and skirt. Just Drop In!
July 11, 18, 25, Aug. 8, 15, 22
Summer Ballet
Ages 11 & up 11:30 – 1:00 Instructor: Samantha Henderson
Samantha Henderson is a teen ballerina who wants to become a professional dance teacher. She has been dancing for 6
years. And now you can join her by coming to Summer Ballet! No experience needed. Bring/wear: Any ballet leotard or bodysuit,
water bottle. Optional: ballet slippers (available @ Payless Shoe Store), tights and skirt. Just Drop In!
July 11, 18, 25, Aug. 8, 15, 22
Summer Ballet
Ages 7 - 10 1:00 – 2:30 Instructor: Samantha Henderson
Samantha Henderson is a teen ballerina who wants to become a professional dance teacher. She has been dancing for 6
years. And now you can join her by coming to Summer Ballet! No experience needed. Bring/wear: Any ballet leotard or bodysuit,
water bottle. Optional: ballet slippers (available @ Payless Shoe Store), tights and skirt. Just Drop In!
July 13 – 16
Pioneer Living
First – Fifth Graders
10:00 – 11:30
Cornell Cooperative Extension 4H
Youth will learn about the lives of the early pioneers and the hard work it took to survive on the frontier. They will make
products that they would now normally buy at the store, such as butter, a paper quilt, ice cream, and soap. They will see how pioneer
children kept themselves entertained before televisions and video games. They will have fun learning how life used to be.
Registration required. Sign-up is for all 4 classes.
July 13 – 17
Drawing Class for Students
Gr. 6 - Adults
1:30 – 3:30
Instructor: Susan Story
Students will explore the basics of drawing through practical exercises in pencil and charcoal. A list of supplies is available at
the library. Registration required.
July 20
July 20
Snakes!
Ages 6 & Up
11:15 – 12:45
Instructor: Lisa Ahrberg
Snakes…they're not as creepy as you might think. Learn about snakes and do a snake craft project. Registration required.
Circus Fun!
Ages 5 – 7 1:00 – 2:30
Instructor: Carolyn Travers
Come one come all, circus stories, crafts and snacks. Fun for all! Registration required.
July 20, 21, 22
Curtains Up
Ages 6 – 10
10:00 – 11:00
Instructor: Jessica Coons
Improv is a form of acting where there is little to no preparation; you just act in the moment. This is a great way for you to
explore your creativity and spontaneity. In this class you will learn the basics of Improvisational Theatre through games and
movement. From fun, funky movements to silly noises we will laugh our way through Improv. SO…Curtains Up it’s time for the
show! Registration required. Attire: Wear Comfy Clothes! Sign-up is for all 3 classes.
July 21
Game Designing!
Ages 8 & up
1:00 – 2:30
Instructor: Carolyn Travers
Create mini games and a bag to store them in. Use felt, foam, tin boxes, magnets and more. Registration required.
July 22, August 11, 25
Lego Fun!
Ages 5 & Up
3:30 – 4:30
Library Staff
Do you love to imagine and build? Do you enjoy the rush of satisfaction when you find the perfect piece in a pile of colorful
plastic bricks? Do you love the satisfying snap of a well placed Lego? Do you feel little pain when you step on a scattered Lego brick?
If you answered yes to these questions then this program is meant for you! Bring your imagination, we’ll provide the Legos! Just
Drop In!
Create Frame-able Art
Ages 8 and up 12:30 – 2:30
Instructor: Theresa Corrigan
Join artist Theresa Corrigan in an artful adventure using a variety of colors and many different textures to create one of a kind
art. These unique pieces can then become frame-able art. Registration required.
July 22
Dewey’s Amazing Race
Ages 8 & Up
11:00 – 12:00
Instructor: Lisa Ahrberg
Race around in the library in a fun scavenger hunt. Explore and discover using the Dewey Decimal System. Registration
required.
July 24
July 27 – 30
Every (STEM) Hero Has a Story! First – Fifth Graders 12:30 – 2:00 Cornell Cooperative Extension 4H
In “Every (STEM) Hero Has a Story” groups read a sto-ry together and then participate in hands-on activities, where youth
will be supplied with the tools to gain a better understanding of birds and oil spill clean-up, trees and conservation, bridge-building, air
and flight and much more. Registration required. Sign-up is for all 4 classes.
July 27, Aug. 3, 12, 19, 24, 26
Cheerleading
Ages 5 – 8
10:30 – 11:30
Instructor: Michelle
This cheerful class is for students who would like to learn the aspects of cheerleading. Cheerleaders will learn basic cheers,
motions, and more. Cheer class develops coordination, flexibility, focus, and confidence! Registration required.
July 27
Disney Day Matinee: Frozen
4:00
All ages
Library Staff
Beat the summer heat and enjoy a cool movie matinee watching a certain ice filled movie. We’ll provide the popcorn … you
don’t even have to buy tickets! What could be better? Bring a warm blanket or sleeping bag and curl up to watch the film. Themed
clothing / stuffed animals welcome, but not required. See you at the movies! Children 3 and under must be accompanied by an adult
caregiver. Just Drop In!
July 28, Aug. 4, 11, 18
Summer Toddler Time
Ages 18 months - 3
9:00 – 10:00
Instructor: Devon Balta
Calling all toddlers 18 months – 3 yrs. old, Devon Balta will be hosting a summer Toddler Time! This is a fun time for
parents and toddlers to engage with each other through stories, songs, and the amazing parachute! Come to one class or all four!
Just Drop In!
July 28, Aug. 4, 11, 18
Pre-School Fun & Games
Ages 2 - 4 10:00 – 11:00 Instructor: Devon Balta
Join Devon Balta as she leads your 2-4 year olds in games, songs, stories, and more! Come to one class or all four! Parents
of children with preschool experience are welcomed to drop off their child/ren for this class. Just Drop In!
Colorful Ducks
Ages 8 & Up
10:00 – 12:00
Instructor: Theresa Corrigan
It's 'duck time' at the Greenville Library. Come join local artist, Theresa Corrigan, for an artful adventure, using various
different mediums as you create your very own unique duck. Registration required.
July 29
August 3
Climbing Wall, Bounce House & Some Small Animals All Ages
5:00 – 6:30
Come to the library and have some fun! Come climb the massive 24’ rock wall. It has 4 sides and offers 16 different climbing
routes, of varying difficulty. It’s great for all abilities and all ages. You can also enjoy the bounce house. Kids love to jump around and
have fun. We will also have some small animals for the children to enjoy. The Library will stay open till 6:30 for your convenience.
Just Drop In!
August 3 - 7
Watercolor Classes for Students Grades 6- Adults 1:00 - 3:30 Instructor: Susan Story
Classes will include; a working knowledge of material, different techniques to manipulate the medium, brush strokes, mixing
colors, special effects, learning to look at what they are painting and using their imagination to create their own work. A list of
supplies is available at the library. Registration required.
August 4 – 5
Basic Jewelry Making
Grades 6 – 12
4:30 – 6:00
Instructor: Hope Konecny
Instructor Hope Konency will teach some basics of jewelry making – sawing and filing, working with different metals
(copper, brass and sterling silver), beads in designs for pendants/necklaces and found objects. Ideas and techniques for putting it all
together will be discussed. Create your own design and incorporate it into a piece of wearable art. Students should bring paper and
pencil. If you have beads or old pieces of jewelry you’d like to use, you’re welcome to bring it with you. Registration required.
Comic Book Creations!
Ages 8 & up
10:00 – 11:30
Instructor: Carolyn Travers
Use mixed media to design your own comic book. Bring selfies if you want to star in your own comic. Registration
required.
August 5
August 6
Community Heroes!
Ages 5 - 7 10:00 – 11:30
Instructor: Carolyn Travers
Who’s helping in your neighborhood? Learn about heroes in your community & make cards for them. Registration
required.
August 10 – 13
Nature Detectives
First – Fifth Graders
12:30 – 2:00
Cornell Cooperative Extension 4H
Nature Detectives is a fun and exciting way to teach kids about the great out-doors. From scavenger hunts and animal
crackers to wildlife bingo games, youth will have a blast while building a valuable knowledge base about the world around us. Nature
Detectives encourages young people to explore while discov-ering science and their local environment through the lens of birds.
Registration required. Sign-Up is for all 4 classes.
August 10
Beaded Jewelry
Ages 5 - 10
3:00 – 4:30
Instructors: Kristen Prayto & Barbara Flach
Make something with extra sparkle! Make simple jewelry using various types of beads for yourself or for a special friend.
You can never have enough bling! Registration required.
August 11
Draw & Paint Flowers With Me!
Ages 7 – Adults
6:00 – 8:00 Instructor: Alice Tunison
Paper, paints, pencils and brushes abound in a creative atmosphere designed by Alice Tunison to guide participants in artistic
expression. Individual styles and unique interpretations of the floral theme are encouraged. Discussion topics include composition,
design and color. Registration required.
August 12
Stuffed Friends Sleepover
Ages 3 & Up
4:00
Library Staff
Do your stuffed animals need a night out on the town (or in the library) and do you need a little break from keeping them
amused at home? Well, great news! It's stuffed animal sleepover night at the library! Bring in your stuffed bedtime buddy to join other
toys for a sleepover. We'll share some stories, have a snack and make name tags. Get them ready for bed, than leave them overnight
for their very own library sleepover with other stuffie friends. Pick up your stuffed animal the next morning (after 10:00am) and see
what magic unfolded the night before. Just Drop In!
August 13
Picture This!
Ages 7 & Up
10:00 -11:30
Instructor: Lisa Ahrberg
Discover and compare various illustration styles of some favorite books. Then, try your hand at your favorites. Registration
required.
August 17
Build a Bird House for Your Feathered Friends
Ages 9 – Adults
12:30 – 2:30
Instructor: Bill Madrian
Nothing beats a comfy home. You can create one for a local feathered friend at Build Your Own Birdhouse. You will have
help constructing the little residence from Bill Madrian. This is a great way to attract birds to your backyard by providing them with a
nice house. Everything is provided; you just need to bring yourself. Registration required.
Aug. 17
Terrific T-Shirts!
Ages 8 & up
10:00 – 11:30
Instructor: Carolyn Travers
Bring your own t-shirt & learn to stencil & paint. Create a design you’ll love to show off. Registration required.
August 18
Snow Fun Without You!
Ages 5 - 7 1:00 – 2:30
Instructor: Carolyn Travers
Missing Winter? Listen to snow stories, have a snack & build a snowman with a light inside. Registration required.
August 19
Mini Manicures
Ages 4 & Up
Begins 1:00 - Pick a time slot!
After a busy summer of fun it’s time to have your nails painted. Pick from a variety of colors to make your nails pretty.
Registration required.
August 24
Disney Day Matinee: Big hero 6
4:00
All Ages
Library Staff
Beat the summer heat and come and enjoy Big Hero 6. With all the heart and humor audiences expect from Walt Disney
Animation Studios, BIG HERO 6 is an action-packed comedy adventure that introduces Baymax, a lovable, personal companion
robot, who forms a special bond with robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada. We’ll provide the popcorn … you don’t even have to buy
tickets! What could be better? Bring a warm blanket or sleeping bag and curl up to watch the film. See you at the movies! Children 3
and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Just Drop In!
August 25
Mo Willems Fan Fiction
Ages 6 & Up
9:00 – 10:30 Instructor: Lisa Ahrberg
Read Mo Willems books (Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, Today I will Fly and many others), get to know the characters
and then have the opportunity to make your own story with Pigeon, Piggy and Elephant. Registration required.
September 2
Count Down to Kindergarten
1:00 – 2:00
Instructor: Kelly Fagan
Make a paper countdown chain to count the days until the first day of Kindergarten! Ease fears and gain excitement by
listening to stories and participating in activities to gear up for THE BIG DAY! Registration required.