LIBRARY STATION BRANCH PROGRAMS

Thursday, March 11, 2010

  • Chatting up the Books
    5:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    "Inherit the Wind" by Jerome Lawerence and Robert E. Lee. Watch the movie, rated PG, based on this classic play, then discuss the differences and similarities between them.

Friday, March 12, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.

Saturday, March 13, 2010

  • 'How-To' Computer Seminar
    10:00 am in the Frisco room
    Colorizing Black-and-White Photos, 10 a.m.; Working in the Cloud, 12:30 p.m.; Advanced Technology Forum, 2:15 a.m.; Open Source Solutions "Using Linux," 4 p.m. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
  • 1-on-1 Help Desk
    11:30 am in the Frisco room
    Got computer questions? Get personalized help. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.

Monday, March 15, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Silver Screen Tuesday
    6:30 pm in the Frisco room.
    "Bedknobs & Broomsticks," rated G.

Friday, March 19, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.
  • Every Child Ready to Read Workshop
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room
    Parents and caregivers will learn new and fun ways to develop children's pre-reading skills during this hands-on early literacy workshop. Caregivers will receive one hour of training credit and parents get a new book for their child.
    Registration starts March 03; call 865-1340.
  • Friday Night Film
    6:30 pm in the Frisco room.
    "My Sister's Keeper," rated PG-13.

Saturday, March 20, 2010

  • What's LSTT?
    10:30 am in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
    LSTT is our teen advisory board: the Library Station Teen Team! Aren't acronyms great..or perhaps not? If you want to decide the direction of teen events at the Library Station--or if you just want to change the name of our teen advisory board--join us the third Saturday morning of each month for some tasty pastry and rousing debates over what we're doing next.
  • Lost in the Library
    2:00 pm in the Frisco room for all ages.
    Get "Lost" in the Library. Watch an episode of the TV show, discuss it and books related to the show, and play "LOST! The Board Game."

Sunday, March 21, 2010

  • Sunday Sounds
    2:00 pm in the Frisco room.
    Missouri Mountain Gang plays traditional and contemporary bluegrass, gospel music, classic standards and original compositions. Refreshments provided by Panera Bread.

Monday, March 22, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.
  • Read the Book: See the Movie
    2:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Maybe you read the book during the school year, but school's out for spring break and we're going to show the movie. Enjoy some snacks and spend the week watching these great movies. "The Spiderwick Chronicles," rated PG.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Read the Book: See the Movie
    2:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Maybe you read the book during the school year, but school's out for spring break and we're going to show the movie. Enjoy some snacks and spend the week watching these great movies. "Bridge to Terabithia," rated PG.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

  • Read the Book: See the Movie
    2:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Maybe you read the book during the school year, but school's out for spring break and we're going to show the movie. Enjoy some snacks and spend the week watching these great movies. "Hoot," rated PG.

Thursday, March 25, 2010

  • Bite into Books
    12:30 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    "Winter's Bone" by Daniel Woodrell. Bring a sack lunch and visit with others about the current read.
  • Read the Book: See the Movie
    2:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Maybe you read the book during the school year, but school's out for spring break and we're going to show the movie. Enjoy some snacks and spend the week watching these great movies. "How to Eat Fried Worms," rated PG.

Friday, March 26, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Read the Book: See the Movie
    2:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Maybe you read the book during the school year, but school's out for spring break and we're going to show the movie. Enjoy some snacks and spend the week watching these great movies. "The Tale of Despereaux," rated G.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.

Monday, March 29, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Friday, April 2, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.

Sunday, April 4, 2010

  • Easter
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    All libraries will be closed Sunday, April 4, for Easter.

Monday, April 5, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Thursday, April 8, 2010

  • A Grand Storytime
    11:00 am in the Frisco room for ages 2-5.
    Hear stories and sing songs about those special people in our lives--grandmothers and grandfathers, and make a craft to take home and give to your special person.
  • Chatting up the Books
    5:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    "The Worst Hard Time: The Untold Story of Those Who Survived the Great American Dust Bowl" by Timothy Egan. Watch the PBS film "Surviving the Dust Bowl," then discuss it and the book. Big Read 2010

Friday, April 9, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Big Read Big Movie Night
    4:30 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Experience Disney animation as it was back in the old days! Watch Walt Disney's "Timeless Tales," not rated, a collection of cartoon shorts originally produced and shown in 1930s movie theaters. Savor the flavors, sights and sounds of this pivotal time in film history with retro snacks, intermission entertainment and a glimpse into what kids were watching when they went to the movies during this time period. Bring a grown-up friend or relative with you and take a step back in time to discover the wonder and excitement of going to the movies!
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.
  • Relive the "Golden Age of Hollywood"
    6:30 pm to 9:00 pm in the Frisco room for adults and/or families.
    Films of the 30s were fantastical and adventurous to keep people's minds off the Great Depression. Experience "The Golden Age" during a viewing of the 1933 classic "King Kong," not rated, with intermission entertainment and retro concessions. John Sellars, The History Museum for Springfield-Greene County, will discuss the movie-going experience during this pivotal time. Big Read 2010 event.

Saturday, April 10, 2010

  • 'How-To' Computer Seminar
    10:00 am in the Frisco room
    Calibrating Your Monitor for Proper Color Rendering, 10 a.m.; Video: Creating an Illusion, 12:30 p.m.; Advanced Technology Forum, 2:15 p.m.; Open Source Solutions "Using Linux," 4 p.m. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
  • 1-on-1 Help Desk
    11:30 am in the Frisco room
    Got computer questions? Get personalized help. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.

Sunday, April 11, 2010

  • Big Read, Big Fun
    2:00 pm in the story hour room for all ages.
    Bring the whole family and listen to some of the hilarious adventures of Grandma Dowdel and her grandchildren as we read aloud excerpts from this year's Big Read title, "A Long Way from Chicago." Afterwards make a craft and play games that celebrate a simpler time.

Monday, April 12, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Armchair University: Traveling 66 in Missouri
    4:00 pm
    There are still many miles of the "Mother Road" left to travel in Missouri. Find out about the fun to be had on Historic Route 66 from David Eslick, Route 66 Association of Missouri.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

  • Classic Western Wednesday
    2:00 pm in the Frisco room.
    "The Big Sky," not rated.
  • Old School Gamers...Wii Want You!
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for age 18 and older.
    Join the fun in an old school gaming tournament. While you wait, test your skills on the Nintendo Game Console from the 80's. Winner will receive a prize.

Friday, April 16, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.

Saturday, April 17, 2010

  • What's LSTT?
    10:30 am in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
    LSTT is our teen advisory board: the Library Station Teen Team! Aren't acronyms great..or perhaps not? If you want to decide the direction of teen events at the Library Station--or if you just want to change the name of our teen advisory board--join us the third Saturday morning of each month for some tasty pastry and rousing debates over what we're doing next.
  • Lost in the Library
    2:00 pm in the Frisco room for all ages.
    Get "Lost" in the Library. Watch an episode of the TV show, discuss it and books related to the show, and play "LOST! The Board Game."

Sunday, April 18, 2010

  • Sunday Sounds
    2:00 pm in the Frisco room.
    Enjoy a spring fling with the Farnum Family, an Ozark family band that plays gospel, bluegrass and old-time music. Refreshments provided by Panera Bread.

Monday, April 19, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Silver Screen Tuesday
    6:30 pm in the Frisco room.
    "Annie," rated PG.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

  • Ready to Learn: Parents and Preschoolers Together
    6:00 pm in the story hour room for infants-age 5 and their parents or caregivers.
    Children get ready to read years before they start school. You can help your child learn important skills now so she or he can enter school ready to learn and become a good reader. Join us for stories, music, games and activities and learn how playing and having fun with your baby, toddler or preschooler can get him or her ready to read.
    Registration starts April 07; call 865-1340.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

  • Bite into Books
    12:30 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    "A Long Way from Chicago" by Richard Peck. Bring a sack lunch and visit with others about the Big Read 2010 novel.

Friday, April 23, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.

Monday, April 26, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Friday, April 30, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for all ages.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.

Monday, May 3, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Friday, May 7, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.

Saturday, May 8, 2010

  • Computer Hands-On with ICON
    10:00 am in the Frisco room
    Copying Documents Without a Scanner. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
  • 1-on-1 Help Desk
    11:30 am in the Frisco room
    Got computer questions? Get personalized help. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.
  • 'How-To' Computer Seminar
    12:30 pm in the Frisco room
    Relational Databases: An Overview, 12:30 p.m.; Advanced Technology Forum, 2:15 p.m.; Open Source Solutions "Using Linux," 4 p.m. Sponsored by ICON Computer Users' Group.

Monday, May 10, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

  • Classic Western Wednesday
    2:00 pm in the Frisco room.
    "Chisum," rated G.
  • Old School Gamers...Wii Want You!
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for age 18 and older.
    Join the fun in an old school gaming tournament. While you wait, test your skills on the Nintendo Game Console from the 80's. Winner will receive a prize.

Thursday, May 13, 2010

  • Chatting up the Books
    5:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly" by Jean-Dominique Bauby. Watch the movie, rated PG-13, based on this book, then discuss the differences and similarities between them.

Friday, May 14, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.

Saturday, May 15, 2010

  • What's LSTT?
    10:30 am in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
    LSTT is our teen advisory board: the Library Station Teen Team! Aren't acronyms great..or perhaps not? If you want to decide the direction of teen events at the Library Station--or if you just want to change the name of our teen advisory board--join us the third Saturday morning of each month for some tasty pastry and rousing debates over what we're doing next.
  • Lost in the Library
    2:00 pm in the Frisco room for all ages.
    Get "Lost" in the Library. Watch an episode of the TV show, discuss it and books related to the show, and play "LOST! The Board Game."

Sunday, May 16, 2010

  • Sunday Sounds
    2:00 pm in the Frisco room.
    Taul Flys plays original eclectic rock with a mellow acoustical feel. Refreshments provided by Panera Bread.

Monday, May 17, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Silver Screen Tuesday
    6:30 pm in the Frisco room.
    "Pete's Dragon," rated G.

Friday, May 21, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.
  • Friday Night Film
    6:30 pm in the Frisco room.
    "Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince," rated PG.

Saturday, May 22, 2010

  • It's Potty Time
    11:00 am in the Frisco room for 18 months-age 4.
    Learning to use the potty is a big step for little people. Join us for some potty-time learning and fun.

Monday, May 24, 2010

  • Wee Read
    10:00 am in the story hour room for infants-36 months.
    Read with your wee ones at the Library. We'll read books together and utilize play stations that encourage learning, socialization and fun.

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Storytime
    11:00 am in the story hour room for ages 3-5.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Thursday, May 27, 2010

  • Bite into Books
    12:30 pm in the Santa Fe room.
    "The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven" by Sherman Alexie. Bring a sack lunch and visit with others about the current read.

Friday, May 28, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 2.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.
  • Is It Friday?
    6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 7-12.
    If it's Friday, then there is an event for you at the Library Station. Every Friday at 6 p.m. there is something going on. It might be game night. It might be a movie. It might be a computer lab where we try out new software. There might be cookies from Panera (at least once a month, there will be). There's no sign-up required, but if you have any questions give us a call the Library Station, 865-1340. You're probably wondering: How can I help decide what the next event will be? We're glad you asked! The solution is to join LSTT.

Monday, May 31, 2010

  • Memorial Day
    .
    All libraries will be closed Monday, May 31, for Memorial Day.

Sunday, July 4, 2010

  • Independence Day
    .
    All libraries will be closed Sunday, July 4, for Independence Day.

Monday, September 6, 2010

  • Labor Day
    .
    All libraries will be closed Monday, September 6, for Labor Day.

Monday, October 11, 2010

  • Staff Training

    All libraries will be closed Monday, October 11, for Staff Training.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

  • Storytime
    10:00 am in the story hour room for age 1.
    Introduce young children to books and reading with engaging stories, songs and activities. Our interactive Storytimes help parents learn how to foster early literacy skills to prepare their children for learning to read.

Thursday, November 11, 2010

  • Veterans Day

    All libraries will be closed Thursday, November 11, for Veterans Day.

Thursday, November 25, 2010

  • Thanksgiving Day
    .
    All libraries will be closed Thursday, November 25, for Thanksgiving.

Friday, December 24, 2010

  • Christmas Holiday
    .
    All libraries will be closed Friday, December 24, and Saturday, December 25, for the Christmas holiday.

Saturday, December 25, 2010

  • Christmas Day

    All libraries will be closed Saturday, December 25, for Christmas Day.

Friday, December 31, 2010

  • New Year's Eve & Day

    All libraries will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, December 31, for New Year's Eve and will remain closed Saturday, January 1, for New Year's Day.

Saturday, January 1, 2011

  • New Year's Day

    All libraries will be closed Saturday, January 1, for New Year's Day.

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