Books Open Opportunities for Kids to Succeed

Here's what's happening
at the libraries of the
Four County Library System

 

11/22/2008   10:00 am-12:00 pm
THE LIBRARY GOES TO THE DOGS

BARK-9 will begin its Fall/Winter programs in the Youth Services Department at the Broome County Public Library, 185 Court St., Binghamton. The program will run on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon beginning October 4 and continuing to December 6, 2008. BARK-9 is a therapy-dog program that promotes reading skills and encourages children who may be reluctant readers. Location: Broome County Public Library. Please pre-register for our program by calling 778-6456 or by e-mailing us at youth@bclibrary.info or by visiting the Youth Services Department.

11/22/2008   10:00 am-4:00 pm
Kids' Bookfest

Celebrate books, reading and storytelling on Saturday, November 22, from 10am to 4pm at the Discovery Center, 60 Morgan Rd. in Binghamton. Admission is free to any family with a library card. Planned activities include: *A visual presentation by author and illustrator Matthew McElligott, who also will sign books. *Book-related crafts and activities for children, sponsored by local public libraries and community agencies. *An exchange of gently used children's books. *Appearances by Art Dog, Miss Spider and other characters. *Sales of children's books, food and beverages. *A special workshop by Mr. McElligott for children in grades four and up. Seating is limited and registration is required. Call the Discovery Center at 773-8661. Bookfest 2008 is sponsored by the Four County Library System, The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, and the BOOKS Program with Senator Libous. Location: The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier, 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, NY

11/22/2008   11:00 am and 2:00 pm
"The Gruffalo"

Adapted from the picture book, "The Gruffalo" by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Alex Scheffler, this show has music and lyrics by Jon Fiber and Olivia Jacobs, with additional music and lyrics by Robin Price and Andy Shaw. In the play, Mouse can scare away hungry animals with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo. What happens though when he comes face to face with the creature he imagined? The play is an hour long, providing laughs and fun for children ages 3 and up with a caretaker. Location: Goodwill Theatre Inc. at the Firehouse Stage. For ticket information call: 772-0400 X1.

11/24/2008   5:30 pm -6:30 pm
The Hungry Ear

Judy McMahon and friends will entertain you with dramatic short story readings. November's program will feature heartwarming stories of the holiday season Open to everybody, no registration required. Location: Broome County Public Library-- 2nd floor Exhibit room.

11/24/2008   4:00 pm
Teen Book Club

Location: Spencer Memorial Library. For more information call: 589-4496.

11/25/2008   10:00 am
Weekly Preschool Storytime

Location: Guernsey Memorial Library. Contact: 334-4034.

11/25/2008   10:30 am
Weekly Baby and Toddler Storytime

Location: Guernsey Memorial Library.

11/26/2008   3:00 pm
Anime Society

Location: Spencer Memorial Library. For more information call: 589-4496.

11/29/2008   10:00 am-12:00 pm
THE LIBRARY GOES TO THE DOGS

BARK-9 is a therapy-dog program that promotes reading skills and encourages children who may be reluctant readers. Please pre-register for our program by calling 778-6456 or by e-mailing us at youth@bclibrary.info or by visiting the Youth Services Department. Location: Broome County Public Library

12/1/2008   6:00 pm
Books and Reading Canines - BARK-9

Books and Reading Canines - BARK-9. Children read to trained therapy dogs to help improve their reading skills. Alternate Mondays - Dec. 1, and Dec. 15. Location: Vestal Public Library For more information call the Vestal library at 754-4243. Contact: Cathy Kretzmer ve.cathy@4cls.org .

12/2/2008   10:00 am
Weekly Preschool Storytime

Location: Guernsey Memorial Library .

12/2/2008   10:30 am
Preschool Stories and Crafts

Location: Vestal Public Library. Contact: Cathy Kretzmer 754-4243 ve.cathy@4cls.org .

12/3/2008   10:30 am
Preschool Stories and Crafts

Location: Vestal Public Library. Contact: Cathy Kretzmer 754-4243 ve.cathy@4cls.org .

12/4/2008   1:30 pm
Preschool Stories and Crafts

Location: Vestal Public Library. Contact: Cathy Kretzmer 754-4243 ve.cathy@4cls.org .

12/5/2008   10:30 am
Lap-Sit Story Time

Lap-sit story time for 2 year olds and a caregiver. Location: Vestal Public Library. Contact: Cathy Kretzmer 754-4243 ve.cathy@4cls.org .

12/5/2008   10:30 am
Weekly Storytime for All Ages

Location: Guernsey Memorial Library. Contact: Guernsey Memorial Library.

12/6/2008   10:00 am-2:00 pm
Santa at the Library

Children's activities and refreshments in the library. Also children's crafts upstairs in the museum sponsored by the Historical Society. Location: Moore Memorial Library. For more information call: 656-9349.

12/6/2008   10:00 am-12:00 pm
THE LIBRARY GOES TO THE DOGS

BARK-9 is a therapy-dog program that promotes reading skills and encourages children who may be reluctant readers. Location: Broome County Public Library. Please pre-register for our program by calling 778-6456 or by e-mailing us at youth@bclibrary.info or by visiting the Youth Services Department.

 

     

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