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June, 2003

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 Activities

Author Jack Gantos speaks on his Career as a Writer
In this talk for children and their parents, hear how the award-winning author of the Rotten Ralph and the Joey Pigza books became a writer. Followed by a book signing.
Wednesday, June 4 at 6:30pm
Druker Auditorium
Funded by an LSTA grant awarded to the Newton Public School Elementary Librarians.

Teddy Bear Picnic
Bring yoru favorite stuffed animal and picnic lunch and join Melissa, Jean and Katheryn for a fin sing-along outside.
Tuesday, June 10 at 10:30am
All ages
(Rain location: Druker Auditorium)

World Cultures--Summer Solstice
Children will learn how different countries celebrate this time of year. We will also have a craft activity and enjoy a summery treat.
Wednesday, June 11 at 4:00pm
Ages 5 and up; Registration begins Monday, June 2

Family Concert with Ben Rudnick & Friends
Start your toes tapping and hands clapping with Ben and his band for an energetic and delightful concert. He combines rock, folk and bluegrass music that is sure to entertain.
Tuesday, June 17 at 7:00pm
Ages 4 and up
Druker Auditorium
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

Preschool Sing-Along
Join Melissa, Jean and Sandy for some fun tunes.
Tuesday, June 24 at 10:30am
Druker Auditorium
Massachusetts 2003 Summer Reading Program
Read! Think! Creat! @ Your Library
Please join us for this year's summer reading program. Our focus will be on the visual arts. When you sign up you'll help create a huge "masterpiece" puzzle and get a reading log, bookmark and activity sheets. To encourage you to keep reading through the summer, we'll have terrific book lists, prizes and programs. Come to the Children's Room on or after Monday, June 23 to sign up.

Preschool Films
Fridays at 10:30am: June 6, 13, 20, 27
Druker Auditorium
Science Tuesday - Bugman
The Bugman program returns with more fun with bugs. Due to the popularity of this program, children who attended the previous Bugman program may not register for this one.
Tuesday, June 24 at 4:00pm
Ages 6 and up; Registration begins Monday, June 2
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

Branch Activities

Auburndale Branch

375 Auburn Street
(617) 552-7158
Hours: Mon/Tue/Wed - 1:00pm - 6:00pm Sat - 9:00am - 12:00pm

Storytimes, children's films and afternoon homework help. Call Auburndale to sign up for homework help or for branch-related questions.

 

Newton Corner Branch

126 Vernon Street
(617) 552-7157
Hours: Tue/Thu/Fri - 1:00 - 6:00pm

Storytimes for children 2 - 4 years old, Tuesdays, at 2:15pm. Call Newton Corner Branch for further information.

Nonantum Branch

144 Bridge Street
(617) 552-7163
Hours: Mon/Wed/Thu - 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Storytimes for 3-5 year olds, Mondays, at 11:15AM. 
Registration required. Please call Nonantum Branch to register.

Lap-sit Storytime
Stories, songs and finger rhymes for children under 2 Monday, June 16 at 10:30am

Waban Branch

1608 Beacon Street
(617) 552-7166
Hours: Mon/Wed/Fri - 1:00pm - 6:00pm

There are no activities scheduled at this time.
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