2015 Summer Reading Program Brochure of Events

TEEN PROGRAMS
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
SELECT TUESDAYS @ 3:30 PM
Visit the library or call 268-9340 to register for one or more of these book groups.
Snacks will be provided, and participants will earn raffle tickets for summer prizes!
June 30:
July 14:
August 11:
The Young Elites by Marie Lu (suggested for ages 12+)
Paper Towns by John Green (suggested for ages 14+)
Graphic Novels (Choose any GN to share with your peers!)
TEEN-ONLY PROGRAMS!
SELECT DAYS AND TIMES
Fandom Trivia Night, June 25, 3:30–5PM Fan of Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Sherlock,
and Doctor Who? Put on your Hogwarts robes and jump in your TARDIS to join us! Check
out the website for which topics to brush up on. Play as a team or play solo, but show up on
time or miss out on points! For ages 12+.
Throwback Thursday, July 9, 3:30–5PM Ever wish you could go back to being 5 years old?
Wish no more! Drop in for a night of Play-Doh, Legos, and more! For ages 12+ only.
Doctor Who Marathon, July 23, 1–5PM Attention, all teen Whovians! Come and watch
your favorite episodes of Doctor Who. Refreshments will be served. Themed costumes are
encouraged!
Heroes and Villains, Teen-Only Lock-In, July 31, 5:45-9:45 PM (Registration Required)
Get ready for an after hours teen event! Games, crafts, food, and so much more! Visit the
teen page at amerylibrary.org for more details. For ages 12+.
YOUNG WRITERS CLUB
JUNE 17 and JULY 15 3:30–4:30 PM (Registration Required)
Come join us for some creative fun! Writing prompts, games, mad libs! For ages 12+.
Thank you to the Friends of the Library and these sponsors & donors:
2015 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
SATURDAY, JUNE 6 – FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
FOR CHILDREN & TEENS AGED 0-18 YEARS
Amery Area Public Library
225 Scholl Ct | Amery, WI 54001 | 715-268-9340
amerylibrary.org | facebook.com/amerylibrary
AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
Visit the library starting June 6 to register for the 2015 Summer Reading Program. Starting
on the day they sign up, babies, children, and teens earn prizes for reading, participating in
free library programs, and completing literacy activities. The program ends on August 14.
For more information, ask a librarian or visit the library’s website at amerylibrary.org.
CHECK OUT THESE FABULOUS & FREE SUMMER EVENTS:
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
SELECT TUESDAYS @ 3:30 PM
Visit the library or call 268-9340 to register for one or more of these book groups. Snacks
will be provided, and participants will earn raffle tickets for summer prizes!
YOGA FOR KIDS
SELECT MONDAYS @ 10 AM
JUNE 15, JUNE 29, JULY 13, JULY 27, AND AUGUST 10
Join Ms. Lisa Bensen as she teaches different yoga poses that are suitable and, most
importantly, fun for children. For ages 3+.
MASTERMIND MONDAYS
MONDAYS @ 1:30 PM
June 22:
A Hero to the Animals
July 6:
Big Hero 6 Movie and Science Experiments
July 20:
August 3:
June 23:
July 7:
August 4:
PERFORMANCES
Come spend some time with Dr. Abby from Painted Sky Vet as she demonstrates how vets
examine animals and discusses many of the other aspects that go into helping animals as a
veterinarian.
Come enjoy the movie on the big screen and then participate in a
number of science experiments that are inspired by the movie!
Touch-A-Truck—Community Heroes!
Have you ever wondered what the inside of a fire truck, police car, or
ambulance looked like? We’ll have some hometown heroes and their vehicles in our
parking lot to educate you on the things they do everyday.
Superheroes in Training—Superhero academy!
LEGO CLUB
SELECT MONDAYS @ 1:30-3PM
JUNE 15, JUNE 29, JULY 13, JULY 27, AUGUST 10
For ages 6+. This program is made possible
by a donation from Royal Credit Union.
STORYTIME
RECYCLING 101
THURSDAYS @ 10:30 AM
June 18: Star Michaelina—Magic and comedy
June 25: Jim Lenz, The Superhero in You (Friends of the Library)
July 2:
Live Birds from the Minnesota Raptor Center (Amery Woman’s Club)
July 9:
Mad Science of Minnesota—The mystery of chemistry
July 16: Kevin McMullin—Interactive music and storytelling
July 23: Randy Korb, The Frog Guy—Live amphibians
July 30: Doug the Jug—Juggling extravaganza (Friends of the Library)
August 6: Global Games with Mr. Fun—Interactive toys from around the world!
August 13: Minnesota Zoomobile—Live animals & artifacts (Friends of the Library)
SUPER SPECIAL SATURDAYS
EVERY WEDNESDAY @ 10:30 AM
AND SELECT WEDNESDAYS @ 5:30 PM*
Join Miss Tricia for 30 minutes of interactive
stories, songs, activities & crafts. Geared
toward 2-5 year-olds and their caregivers.
JUNE 23 @ 1:30 PM
*Night storytimes on these dates:
Be an environmental hero! The Amery Woman’s
June
24; July 1 and 22; August 5
Club will educate attendees on recycling and
give them a fun activity!
The Strange Case of Origami Yoda by Tom Angleberger (suggested
for ages 8-12)
The Scavengers by Michael Perry (suggested for ages 10-14)
Graphic Novels (Ages 8-13. Choose any GN to share with your peers!)
SELECT SATURDAYS @ 10 AM –12 PM
June 6:
July 11:
Summer Reading Program Kick-off!
Graffiti the Sidewalk!
August 22:
End of Summer Party!
Come join us for a couple hours that will be “chalk” full of fun! Claim a square
of sidewalk and make it your own!