Events

June/July 2008

Main (Branch Information)

Young Adult Programs

Anime Club - Tuesdays, June 10 & July 8, 4 p.m.
Come be a part of the Main Library’s Anime Club.
Call 574-1620 information. Ages: 13-18

Hip Hop Dance - Wednesday June 25, 3 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Thursday, July 10, 4 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.
Ages: 11-19

Children's Programs

Performer TBA - Monday, June 2, 2 p.m.

Main Library Chess Club - Saturdays, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, 12 - 2 p.m.
Ages 8 - 14

Kentucky Shakespeare Workshop - Monday, June 9, 2 p.m.

Blue Apple Players - Monday, June 16, 2 p.m.

Thomas Freese-Silly Songs and Tales - Monday, June 23, 2 p.m.

Squallis Puppeteers - Monday, June 30, 2 p.m.

Orchestra Chamber Concert - Monday July 7, 2 p.m.

Raptor Rehab - Monday, July 14, 2 p.m.

Mr. Moustache's Magic Hour - Monday, July 21, 2 p.m.

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Tuesday, July 22, 1 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop. Ages: 6-12

River City Drum Corp. Performance - Monday, July 28, 2 p.m.

Storytimes

Mother Goose Time - Pre-walkers - Every Wednesday, 10 a.m.
Mother Goose Time - Walkers - Every Wednesday, 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime -Every Friday, 10 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Friday, 11 a.m.
Family Storytimes - Every Friday, 2 p.m.

Computer Classes

Book Discussion

The Beet Queen Flood by Louise Erdich - Tuesday, May 13, 5:30 p.m.

History of Love by Nicole Krauss - Tuesday, July 8, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Bon Air (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Our Library Community - Saturday, June 7 & 21, 3 - 4 p.m., Monday, June 16, 6 - 7 p.m
Become a permanent part of your library. Lend a hand to help us create new artwork for our branch. It only takes a minute! All ages

Swing Street Band & Ice Cream Social - Monday, June 9, 7-8:30 p.m.
Come for an evening of musical entertainment and some cool treats during our annual Swing Street Band performance. Sponsored by the Bon Air Friends of the Library.
All ages

Scrabble Saturday - Saturdays, June 28 & July 26, 2 - 4 p.m.
Come compete with other Scrabblephiles.

Young Adult Programs

Teen Tuesday - Every Tuesday, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Call 574-1795 for information.

Hip Hop Dance - Tuesday, June 10, 1 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.
Ages: 11-19

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Tuesday, June 17, 3:30 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.
Ages: 11-19

Graphic Art Workshop - Tuesdays, July 15 & 22, 3:30 p.m.
Artist, Ted Nathanson, will help you perfect putting pen to paper.
Ages: 11-19

Children's Programs

Space Rocks - Wednesdays, June 4-July 23, 2:30 p.m.
This rockin’ series will be out of this world.
Ages: 7-12

Mom’s Music Presents: Catalyst - Saturday, June 7, 2:30 p.m.
All ages concert

Punk Farm - Thursday, June 12, 2 p.m.
Moooove on over for a rockin’ good time.
Ages: 3-12

Storytelling with Cynthia Changaris - Thursday, June 12, 6:30 p.m.
Rockin’ stories from all over the world.
All ages

Kentucky Shakespeare - Saturday, June 14, 2:30 p.m.
Let the battle begin! Stage fighting 101
Ages: 7-12

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Thursday, June 19, 10 a.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.
Ages: 6-12

Tacky the Penguin Party - Thursday, June 26, 2 p.m.
Whaaaat's Happenin'! Join us for a party with Tacky and his friends.
Ages: 3-12

Feeling Froggy - Thursday, July 10, 2 p.m.
Jump on over to our pad for some ribbity fun
Ages: 3-12

Drama Workshop with Keith McGill - Saturday, July 19, 2:30 p.m.

Dinosaur Days - Thursday, July 24, 2 p.m.
These prehistoric “rockers” are here for just a short time.
Ages: 3-12

Storytimes

Mother Goose Time - Pre-walkers & Walkers- Every Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime -Every Wednesday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Wednesday, 11:15 a.m., every Thursday at 2 p.m.
Family Storytime - Thursdays, June 12 & 26 & July 10 & 24, 2 p.m.

Computer Classes (class descriptions)

Please call branch to register: 574-1795

Windows and Computer Basics - Tuesday, June 10, 10 a.m.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel - Wednesday, June 18, 6:30 p.m.

Internet Basics - Fridays, June 20 & July 18, 10 a.m.

Introduction to Microsoft Word - Saturday, June 21, 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 15, 6 p.m.

E-Mail 101 - Thursday, July 24, 6 p.m.

Friends Meeting

Tuesday, June 10, 7 p.m.

Crescent Hill (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Tuesday Topics:

Studying in Germany - Tuesday, June 3, 2 p.m.
Andrea and Rob Gieszl recount their experiences in Germany and discuss the value of studying abroad.
Roses - Tuesday, June 17, 2 p.m.
Learn which roses grow best in Louisville. Presented by the Louisville Rose Society.
Ice Cream Social - Tuesday, July 1, 2 p.m.
July is Ice Cream Month. Learn a little about the history of ice cream. If you have a favorite recipe, bring it with you.
Cheese - Tuesday, July 15, 2 p.m.
A group representing the American Cheese Society will be here to talk about cheeses

Healthy Lifestyle Series:

Heimlich Maneuver - Thursday, June 19, 7 p.m.
John Amshoff from EMS is the presenter.
Fibromyalgia - Wednesday, July 16, 7 p.m.
Jenny Ostertag, A.R.N.P. will be the presenter.

Kentucky Author Forum Presents: Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer - Monday, June 23, 7 p.m.
DVD presentation of Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer author of Active Liberty.

Kentucky Houses of Stratton Hammon - Tuesday, June 24, 7 p.m.
Local author Winfrey Blackburn discusses revered local architect of a bygone era, Stratton Hammon.

Young Adult Programs

Studying in Germany - Tuesday, June 3, 2 p.m.
Andrea and Rob Gieszl recount their experiences in Germany and discuss the value of studying abroad.

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Tuesday, June 10, 4 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.

Hip Hop Dance - Tuesday, July 22, 4 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.

Children's Programs

Singalong with John Gage - Monday, June 2, 11 a.m.

Mr. Mustache's Magic Hour - Tuesday, June 3, 11 a.m.

Stonecarving with the Nelsons - Monday, June 9, 11 a.m.

Puppet Show with Squallis Puppeteers - Wednesday, June 11, 2 p.m.

Punk Farm Stories - Saturday, June 14, 11 a.m.
Join us for a rockin' good time. Great stories and a cool craft.
All ages

Kentucky Shakespeare Performance - Monday, June 16, 11 a.m.

Zippo the Clown - Tuesday, June 24, 3 p.m.

Geronimo Stilton Book Party - Saturday, June 28, 2 p.m.
Calling all fans of this funny series. Games, activities and a snack.

Birds of Prey with Raptor Rehab - Tuesday, July 1, 11 a.m.

Junk Genius: Robot Challenge - Wednesday, July 9, 2:30 p.m.
Call 574-1793 to register.

Rocks & Roots Storytime - Saturday, July 12, 11 a.m.

Japanese Storytelling with Graham Shelby - Monday, July 14, 4 p.m.

Speed Museum Art Workshop - Tuesday, July 15, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop. Call 574-1793 to register.
Ages: 6-12

Experiments with Mad Science - Tuesday, July 29, 3 p.m.
Call 574-1793 to register.
Ages: 6-12

Storytimes

Mother Goose Time - Walkers - Every Monday, 10:15 a.m.
Toddler Storytime - Every Wednesday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Wednesday, 11:15 a.m.
Family Storytimes - Saturdays, June 14 7 July 12, 11 a.m.

Computer Classes (Class Descriptions)

Sign-up required. Call 574-1793.

Internet Basics - Tuesdays, June 3 & 17 & July 1, 15 & 29, 9 a.m.

Introduction to E-mail - Tuesdays, June 10 & July 8, 9 a.m.

Introduction to Library Databases - Tuesdays, June 24 & July 22, 9 a.m.

Book Discussion

Delta Wedding by Eudora Welty - Saturday, June 7, 11 a.m.

Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation by Joseph Ellis - Saturday, July 12, 11 a.m.

Fairdale (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Diabetes Self Management Series - Every Thursday, 4 - 8 p.m.
Join us for this four-part Series in June. Call the Louisville Metro Health Department
at 574-5285 to sign up.

Delicious Diabetic Cooking - Monday, June 16, 6:30 p.m.
Master Food Volunteer Susan Grace will be providing recipes and tips for creating delicious diabetes friendly dishes!

Young Adult Programs

Anime Club - Wednesdays, June 11, & July 9, 4 p.m.

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Tuesday, July 10, 6 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.
Ages: 11-19

Guitar Hero Rock Star Challenge - Wednesday, July 30, 4 p.m.
Ages: 11-19

Children's Programs

Hip Hop Dance - Monday, June 2, 2 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.

Junk Genius: Robot Challenge - Wednesday, June 4, 2 p.m.

Be a Rock Star - Wednesday, June 11, 2 p.m.
Come be Hanna Montana, Cheetah Girls or whoever. Rock out with crafts and karaoke. All ages

Mr. Mustache’s Magic Hour - Wednesday, June 18, 2 p.m.

Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebration with Kit Kittredge, American Girl - Wednesday, June 25, 2 p.m.

Squallis Puppets - Wednesday, July 2, 2 p.m.

Japanese Storytelling with Graham Shelby - Wednesday, July 9, 2 p.m.

Mom’s Music Presents: Missunderstood - Wednesday July 16, 2 p.m.
All ages concert.

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Thursday, July 17, 1-2:30 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.

Drama Workshop with Keith McGill - Wednesday, July 23, 2 p.m.

Storytimes

Toddler Storytime - Every Thursday, 2:30 p.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Thursday, 3 p.m.

Computer Classes (class descriptions)

Call 375-2051 for more information on basic computer classes

Book Discussion

A Thief of Time by Tony Hillerman Monday, June 16, 6 p.m.

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert Pirsig - Monday, July 21, 6 p.m.

Friends Meetings

Tuesdays, June 2 & July 1, 6 p.m.

Fern Creek (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Knitting with Judy - Mondays, 10 a.m.
Enjoy this convivial group of knitters as they knit, share and brag. Newbies - please bring yarn and size11 knitting needles.

Kentucky Authors Forum Presents

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer - Tuesday, June 3, 7 p.m.
Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer author of Active Liberty.
Greg Mortensen - Tuesday, June 10, 7 p.m.
Watch the interview of the author of Three Cups of Tea while enjoying your own cup of tea.

Healthy Summer Meal Planning - Monday, July 28, 7 p.m.
Elaine Hitt, a Master Food Volunteer with the Jefferson County Extension Service, discusses the wonderful foods found at local farmers markets and shares recipes.

Young Adult Programs

Sign-up required for all programs. Call 231-4605.

Hip-Hop Dance - Wednesday, July 2, 7 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah. Ages: 12-18

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Thursday, July 31, 2 p.m.
Have you ever listened to a song’s lyrics and thought, “I can do better than that?” Now’s your chance - join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson and start writing! Ages: 12-18

Children's Programs

Sign-up required for all programs. Call 231-4605.

Stonecarving with Al & Penny Nelson - Thursday, June 5, 2 p.m.
Try your hand at stonecarving! Help create a stone nameplate for the library.
All ages

Robot Challenge with Harold Mitchell - Thursday, June 12, 2 p.m.
Participate in two rounds of exciting robot competition!
Ages: 5-12

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Tuesday, June 17, 1 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.
Ages: 6-12

Mr. Mustache’s Magic Hour - Thursday, June 26, 2 p.m.
Join us for the truly extraordinary Mr. Moustache and his magic show!
All ages

Storytelling with Cynthia Changaris - Thursday, July 10, 2 p.m.
Listen to adventurous stories and folktales from around the world!

Louisville Orchestra - Thursday, July 18, 2 p.m.
Enjoy a performance by members of the Louisville Orchestra. All ages

Drama Workshop with Keith McGill - Thursday, July 24, 2 p.m.
Learn basic theatre and acting skills with a dose of improvisation thrown in for fun! All ages

Storytimes

Mother Goose Storytime (pre-walkers) Wednesday,July 23, 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime - Wednesdays, June 4, 11 & 18 & July 2, 9, & 16, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Wednesdays, June 4, 11 & 18 & July 2, 9 & 16, 11 a.m.

Computer Class

Continental Computers - Wednesday, June 4, 11 & 18, 9 a.m.
Three class series that offers an introduction to the computer, the Internet and Word in a relaxed atmosphere for learning. Sign up required. Call 231-4605.

Internet Basics - Wednesday, July 16 & 30, 9 a.m.

Book Discussion

Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card Wednesday, May 14, 2 p.m.

Patriot Hearts by Barbara Hambly Wednesday, July 9, 2 p.m.

Friends Meeting

Please call branch for time.

Highlands/Shelby Park (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

The State of Real Estate in Jefferson County - Wednesday, June 4, 7 p.m.
Tony Lindauer, Jefferson County Property Valuation Administrator.

Summer Cooking - Friday, June 13, 11 a.m.
Presented by Master Food Volunteers.

Diabetes Education Classes - Tuesday, July 8, 15, 22 & 29, 1-3:30 p.m.
Presented by the Metro Louisville Department of Public Health and Wellness.
Call 574-6663 to register.

Louisville’s Farmers' Markets - Friday, July 11, 11 a.m.
Presented by Master Food Volunteers.

Young Adult Programs

Black Tiger Martial Arts Demonstration - Thursday, June 5, 5 p.m.
All ages

Knock Knock Joke Marathon - Wednesday June 11, 5 p.m.
Ages: 12-19

Anime Club - Wednesday June 18, 4:30 p.m.
Ages: 12-19

“Footprints in Time” - Thursday, June 19, 5 p.m.
Presented by Erma Bush Ages: 12-19

Art Gallery Opening -Thursday, June 26, 2-3 p.m.
Call 574-1641 and talk to us about submissions.
All Ages

Hip-Hop Dance - Thursday, July 3, 5 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.
Ages: 12-19

Kentucky Shakespeare Performance - Thursday, July 10, 5 p.m.
All ages

Drama Workshop with Keith McGill - Thursday, July 24, 5 p.m.
Ages 12-19

Children's Programs

Mom’s Music Presents: Missunderstood - Tuesday, June 3, 2 p.m.
All ages concert.

Theater Activities with Erma Bush - Friday, June 13, 2 p.m.
Ages: 6-12

Marble Painting - Thursday, June 19, 2 p.m.
Create some refrigerator worthy abstractions.
All ages

Cooking with Ms. Paula - Thursday, June 19, 2 p.m.
Create a scrumptious treat.Call 574-1672 to register. Ages: 5-12

Art Gallery Opening - Thursday, June 26, 2-3 p.m.
All ages

Louisville Orchestra Soloist - Tuesday, July 1, 2 p.m.
Join us for a free musical performance.
All ages

Mad Science: Optical Illusions - Thursday, July 3, 2 p.m.
Call 574-1672 to register. Ages: 5-12

Puppet Show - Thursday, July 10, 2 p.m.
Come see our production of Loud Mouse
All ages

Storytelling with Cynthia Changaris - Friday, July 18, 2 p.m.

Speed Museum Art Workshop - Thursday, July 31, 1-2:30 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.
Ages: 6-12

Storytimes

Mother Goose Time - Walkers - Thursdays, June 5, &19 & July 3 & 17, 10:15 a.m.
Toddler Storytime -Every Wednesday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Wednesday, 2 p.m.
Family Storytimes - Every Tuesday, 7 p.m., every Wednesday, 2 p.m.

Computer Classes (class descriptions)

Call 574-1672 for information.

Iroquois (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

English Conversation Club - Every Tuesday, 6 p.m.
Each session will have a theme with supplemental tutoring material provided. No long-term commitment required.

Sit & Stitch - Mondays, June 2 & July 7, 11:30 am
Bring your knitting, quilting, needlework and more! Beginners welcome!

Kentucky Author Forum Presents

Greg Mortenson - Saturday, June 7, 2 p.m. & Monday, June 30, 6:30 p.m.
DVD presentation of Kentucky author Greg Mortenson, founder of the nonprofit Central Asia Institute, talking about building schools in remote mountain areas.
Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer - Monday, June 16, 6:30 p.m. & Friday, June 27, 2:30 p.m.
DVD presentation of Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer author of Active Liberty.

Community Disaster Education - Tuesday, June 17, 2 p.m.
Learn how the Red Cross has helped victims of disasters; receive tips on surviving disasters as well as building your own disaster kit.

Film: Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars - Wednesday, June 18, 6 p.m.
Just like the phoenix rose from the ashes these musicians rose from their devastated homeland to bring music to everyone. Discussion to follow film.

Cultural Showcase: Quinceañera - Saturday, June 21, 1 p.m.
Join us for a ‘mock’ Quinceañera to celebrate becoming a woman!

Spanish Language Literary Salon
Taller Literario
Saturday, July 5, 1 p.m.
Sábado, 5 de Julio, 1 p.m.

People’s University Lecture Series: Islamic Civilizations’ Contributions to the World of Modern Science - Saturday, July 12, 1 p.m.
Presented by Oualid Missaoui

Cultural Showcase: Meskhetian Turk - Saturday, July 19, 1 p.m.
Meet the recently resettled ethnic Turkish community from Russia. Share music, dance and a taste of their cuisine.

Back-2-School Bash - Thursday, July 24, 6 p.m.
Come in and meet the people from local area schools. Join us for fun, facts and more.

Young Adult Programs

Book Club - Wednesday, June 4, 3:30 p.m.
Share your favorite titles, and get some tips for great summer reads.

Hip Hop Dance - Wednesday, June 11, 3:30 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.

Iroquois Teen Anime Club - Thursdays, June 12 & July 10 , 4 p.m.
Join us for films, snacks and fun.
Ages: 11- 19

Karaoke/ Dance Party - Wednesday, June 18, 3:30 p.m.
Are you a rock star? Prove it!

Art Studio - Wednesday, June 25, 3:30 p.m.
Express Yourself

Old School Music Formats - Wednesday, July 2, 3:30 p.m.
What did we do before mp3? Explore the world of 8-tracks, cassettes, and vinyl.

Teen Talk with Ms. Stephanie - Wednesday, July 9, 3:30 p.m.
Learn conflict resolution skills

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Wednesday, July 16, 4 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.

Library Scavenger Hunt - Wednesday, July 23, 3:30 p.m.

Last Blast of Summer - Wednesday July 30, 3:30 p.m.
Teen Band from Mom’s Music

Children's Programs

Storytelling with Cynthia Changaris - Thursday, June 5, 2 p.m.

Raptor Rehab - Thursday, June 12, 2 p.m.

Speed Museum Art Workshop - Thursday June 19, 1 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.

Musical Instruments - Thursday, June 26, 2 p.m.
Create your own instrument to Rock Out with!
Call 574-1720 to register.
Ages: 3-12

Mr. Mustache’s Magic Hour - Thursday, July 3, 2 p.m.

Harold Mitchell Robot Challenge - Thursday July 10, 2 p.m.

Rock Painting - Thursday, June 19, 2:00 p.m.
Create a masterpiece on a rock! Ages: 6-14

Tie Dye Blast - Thursday, July 24, 2 p.m.
Bring something to tie-dye. Call 574-1720 for details.

Back-2-School Bash - Thursday, July 24, 6 p.m.
Come in and meet the people from local area schools. Join us for fun, facts and more

Harry Potter Birthday Party - Thursday July 31, 2 p.m.

Storytimes

Mother Goose Time (Walkers & Pre-walkers) -Saturday, June 28 & July 26, 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime -Every Wednesday, 11:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Wednesday, 10:15 a.m.
Family Storytimes - Thursday, June 26 & Monday July 21, 6:30 p.m.

Computer Classes

Book Discussion

For One More Day by Mitch Albom - Tuesday, June 10, 2 p.m.

Icy Sparks by Gwyn Hyman Rubio - Tuesday, July 8, 2 p.m.

Friends Meetings

Tuesdays, June 17 & July 15, 6 p.m.

Jeffersontown (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Theodore Roosevelt and the Square Deal - Wednesday, June 4, 10:15 a.m.
Presented by Maurice Woods, history teacher.

Gaslight Writers - Mondays, June 9 & July 14,
Wednesdays, June 25 & July 23, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
A creative writing discussion group. New members are welcome.

Scrabble Scramble - Tuesdays, June 10 & 24 & July 8 & 22, 10:30 a.m.
Join the Scrabble group at the Library.

Jeffersontown Knitting Group - Tuesday, June 24 & July 22, 7 p.m.
Beginning and intermediate knitters are invited; please bring knitting needles.

President Taft and TR’s Progressive Party - Wednesday, July 2, 10:15 a.m.
Presented by Maurice Woods, history teacher

Young Adult Programs

Hip Hop Dance - Tuesday, June 24, 2:30 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.
Ages: 12-19

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Tuesday, July 15, 6 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.
Ages: 11-19

Children's Programs

Kentucky Shakespeare Performance - Tuesday, June 3, 4:30 p.m.

History Stitchery

Wednesdays, June 4, 11 & 18, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Thursdays, June 5 & 12, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Five workshops to create embroidered art pieces representing Jeffersontown. Participants must commit to all five sessions. Call 267-5713 to register. Ages: 9-12

River City Drum Corp. Performance - Tuesday, June 10, 2:30 p.m.

Mom’s Music Presents: Royal Tragedy - Tuesday, June 17, 2:30 p.m.
All ages concert.

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Tuesday, July 15, 1 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.
Ages: 6-12

Storytelling with Cynthia Changaris - Wednesday, July 23, 2:30 p.m.

Children's Book Workshop with Ted Nathanson - Tuesday, July 29, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Learn to bind our own books, collaborating with our friends on stories, and writing and drawing our own story books. Sponsored by Jeffersontown Friends of the Library
Ages: 6-12

Storytimes

Mother Goose Time (Walkers) - Tuesdays, June 3 & 17 & July 1 & 15 , 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime - Every Thursday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Thursday, 11 a.m.

Computer Classes (class descriptions)

Please call 267-5713 to sign up.

Windows Basics - Wednesday, June 11 & July 9, 2 p.m.

Internet Basics - Wednesday, June 25 & July 23, 2 p.m.

Book Discussion

Marley & Me by John Grogan - Wednesday, June 18, 10 a.m.

One for the Money, by Janet Evanovich - Wednesday, July 16, 10 a.m.

Exhibit

Jeffersontown History Textile Art - June 23-July 31
Artwork by Jeffersontown area children.

Middletown (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Knitting with Judy - Every Monday, 1 p.m.
Beginner or expert, come practice knitting techniques with your fellow Middletown knitters.

Puzzle Mania with Judy - Thursday, June 12 & July 10, 12 p.m.
Come with a friend and try crosswords, logic puzzles, Sudoku and much more.

What will Louisville be in 25 years? - Tuesday, June 24, 11 a.m.
Architect Steve Wiser presents a fascinating look into metro Louisville’s past, present and future. Prepare now for the next exciting, dynamic 25 years in Louisville!

Middletown Art Club (call 254-7332 to register):

Paint Like Seurat- Tuesday June 13, 12 p.m.
Come and learn the art of pointilllism.
Collage Like Seurat- Tuesday May 27, 12 p.m.
Learn to use pointillism with paper.
Art in the White House - Tuesday, July 8 & 22, 12 p.m.

Learn All About Food Labels - Tuesday July 22, 11 a.m.
Jefferson County Extension Service will be providing this informative program on how to know what’s in the food you buy.

Young Adult Programs

Hip Hop Dance - Thursday, July 17, 12 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.
Ages: 12-18

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Thursday, July 24, 4p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.
Call 245-7332 to register.
Ages: 11-19

Children's Programs

Junk Genius: Robot Challenge - Tuesday, June 3, 2:30 p.m.
Call 245-7332 to register.
Ages: 5-12

Storytelling with Cynthia Chargaris - Tuesday, June 10, 2 p.m.
Cynthia Changaris tells stories and folktales from around the world.
All ages

Zippo the Clown - Tuesday, June 17, 2:30 p.m.
Zippo will make you chuckle with his crazy clown antics.
All ages

Louisville Orchestra Performance - Thursday, July 3, 2:30 p.m.
All ages

Mr. Mustache’s Magic Hour - Tuesday, July 15, 2 p.m.
He’s funny, silly and none other than Mr. Mustache, the funny magician!
All ages

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Thursday, July 31, 10-11:30 a.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.
Call 245-7332 to register.
Ages: 6-12

Storytimes

Toddler Storytime -Every Wednesday, 10:15 a.m..
Preschool Storytimes - Every Wednesday, 11 a.m.

Book Discussions

Father of All Things by Tom Bissell - Monday, June 9, 7 p.m.

Flags of Our Fathers by James Bradley - Thursday, June 12, 10 a.m.

John Adams by David McCullough - Thursday, July 10, 10 a.m.

World Without Us by Alan Weisman - Monday, July 14, 7 p.m.

Okolona (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Snacks and Seminars

Personal Safety & Safeguarding Your Home - Thursday, June 12, 12:30 p.m.
Bring a lunch or enjoy snacks provided as Officer Robert Duke from LMPD’s Seventh District talks about and answers questions about keeping yourself and your home safe.
Act Fast for Stroke - Thursday, July 10, 12:30 p.m.
Bring a lunch or enjoy snacks provided as the Kentucky and Southern Indiana Stroke Association discusses how reacting fast to the signs of a stroke can save a life.

Doughnuts with Daddy -
Saturday, June 14, 10:30 a.m.
Kids bring your fathers for this special Father’s Day storytime. Stories, a craft, and of course doughnuts make it a special day for Dads.

Plum 14 Party - Wednesday, June 18, 6:30 p.m.
Come in, test your Plum knowledge, discuss the Evanovich craze and have some laughs with others just like you as we celebrate the release Fearless Fourteen. Surprises guaranteed!

Guitar Performance with Shirl Henson - Tuesday, June 24, 6:30 p.m.
Guitarist, Shirl Henson plays excerpts from the 43 Ghiribizzi by Niccolo Paganini, the first “rock star.”

Young Adult Programs

Kool Cooking - Wednesday, June 11, 2 p.m.
Make an easy treat that will cool you down this summer. Taste testing encouraged. Sign up requested.

aNIMe @ oKOLONa - Tuesdays, June 17 & July 15, 3:30 p.m.

Hip Hop Dance - Thursday, June 19, 2 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.

My Pet Rock Rocks! - Thursday, June 26, 3 p.m.
Travel back decades to the time of pet rocks. How cool can you make your pet rock?

Air Guitar Wars - Wednesday, July 16, 6 p.m.
Bring your favorite song on CD, your best air guitar moves, and ROCK Teen Summer Reading with us.

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Thursday, July 17, 4 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.
Ages: 11-19

Children's Programs

Storytelling with Cynthia Changaris - Tuesday, June 3, 2 p.m.

Drama by George - Tuesday, June 10, 2 p.m.

Doughnuts with Daddy - Saturday, June 14, 10:30 a.m.
Kids bring your fathers for this special Father’s Day storytime. Stories, a craft, and of course doughnuts make it a special day for Dads.

Blue Apple Players - Tuesday, July 15, 2 p.m.
Join in some lively, interactive storytelling! Ages: 3-8

River City Drum Corp. Performance - Tuesday, July 22, 2 p.m.

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Tuesday, July 29, 2 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.
Ages: 6-12

Storytimes

Mother Goose Storytime (pre-walkers) - Mondays, June 16 & 23 & July 14, 21 & 28, 10:15 a.m.
Mother Goose Storytime (walkers) - Mondays, June 16 & 23 & July 14, 21 & 28, 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime - Wednesdays in June, Wednesdays July 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10:16 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Wednesdays in June, Wednesdays July 9, 16, 23 & 30, 11 a.m.
Family Storytime - Saturday, July 19 , 10:30 a.m.

Portland (Branch Information)

Young Adult Programs

Hip Hop Dance - Tuesday, June 17, 3 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Tuesday, July 22, 4 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.Ages: 11-19

Children's Programs

Japanese Storytelling with Graham Shelby - Wednesday, June 11, 11 a.m.

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Tuesday, June 17, 1 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.
Ages: 6-12

Mom’s Music Presents: Royal Tragedy - Wednesday, June 18, 2 p.m.
All ages concert.

Mr. Mustache’s Magic Hour - Wednesday, June 25, 11 a.m.
Join us for the truly extraordinary Mr. Moustache.
All ages

Storytelling with Cynthia Changaris - Wednesday, July 9, 11 a.m.

Chamber Orchestra Performance - Friday, July 11, 11 a.m.

Black Tiger Martial Arts Demonstration - Thursday, July 17, 4:30 p.m.

Junk Genius: Robot Challenge - Thursday, July 24, 2 p.m.
Participants compete in rounds (2 at a time) of competition using 20 junk robots to see who can stay champion the longest.

Storytimes

Toddler Storytime - Wednesday, June 11, 18 & 25 & July 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Wednesday, June 11, 18 & 25, 11 a.m.

St. Matthews (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Stitch Station: A Knitting & Crocheting Occasion - Tuesday, June 10, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 8, 7 p.m.

Kentucky Author Forum Presents: Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer - Wednesday, June 11, 2 p.m.
DVD presentation of Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer author of Active Liberty.

Puzzle Play - Wednesdays, June 25 & July 11, 11 a.m.
A Get-Together for Word Game Enthusiasts

We Need to Talk. . . Family Conversations with Older Drivers - Tuesday, June 24, 7 p.m.
Presented by Norman L. Stice, Zone Coordinator of the Driver Safety Program of AARP

Understanding & Using Digital Cameras - Mondays, June 23 & 30 & July 7, 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Presented by Katie Beach, Local Artist & Photography Enthusiast.
Call 574-1771 to register.

Young Adult Programs

KHEAA College Info Road Show - Monday, June 23, 2-8 p.m.
Drop by and hop aboard the College Bus for lots of college info.

Anime @ St.Matthews - Tuesdays, June 24 & July 22, 4 p.m.
Ages: 12-18

July Family Storytimes - Saturday, July 5 & 19, 11 a.m.

Hip Hop Dance - Wednesday, July 9, 2 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.
Ages: 12-18

Children's Programs

Japanese Storytelling with Graham Shelby - Thursday, June 5, 4 p.m.

Daddy Storytime - Saturday, June 7, 11 a.m.

Make Your Own Tambourine - Thursday, June 12, 2 p.m.
All Ages

Homeschool Network

Monday, June 16, 2 p.m. - Book discussion of The Tale Of Desperaux. Ages: 9-12
Monday, July 21, 2 p.m. - Book discussion of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. Ages: 9-12

Make Your Own Guitar - Thursday, June 19, 2 p.m.
Call 574-1771 to register.
All Ages

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Thursday, June 26, 1 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.
Call 574-1771 to register.
Ages: 6-12

Louisville Orchestra - Monday, June 30, 2 p.m.
All ages

Kentucky Shakespeare Performance - Thursday, July 3, 2 p.m.

Music Scavenger Hunt - Thursday, July 10, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Drop in anytime to begin your scavenger hunt.
Ages: 8-12

Knock Knock Joke Marathon - Thursday, July 17, 2 p.m.
Crack us up! Bring your own jokes or draw one from a hat.
All ages

Storytimes

Mother Goose Time (Walkers) - Every Thursday, 10:15 a.m
Toddler Storytime - Every Wednesday, 10:15 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Wednesday, 11 a.m.
Family Storytimes -Saturday, June 7 & 21, 11 a.m.

Computer Classes (class descriptions)

Basic Computers - Mondays, June 2 & 16, & July 7 & 21, 9 a.m.

Introduction to Library Databases - Mondays, June 2 & 16, & July 7 & 21, 10 a.m.

Basic Internet - Monday, June 9 & 23, & July 14 & 28, 9 a.m.

Book Discussions

The Messenger by David Silva - Thursday, June 19, 11 a.m.

A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini - Thursday, July 17, 11 a.m.

Friends Meetings

Tuesdays, June 10 & July 8, 10:30 a.m.

Shawnee (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Bid Whist - Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.
A card game of wit and skill for adults.

Adult Line Dancing - Tuesday, June 17, 7 p.m.
Join us for an evening of activity and fun as Sonny Baker leads our group.

Credit Clues: Spotting & Stopping Credit Sharks - Tuesday, July 22, 7 p.m.
The Better Business Bureau will provide reliable and current information about using, building, and repairing credit.

Young Adult Programs

Get Your Game On! - Wednesdays, June 11 & July 23, 3 p.m.

Hip-Hop Dance - Wednesday, June 4, 2 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.

Children's Programs

So What’s In a Cave? - Monday, June 9, 2 p.m.
Cave life, what’s up, what’s down and what moves all around.
Limited Space. Call 574-1722 to register.
Ages: 7-11

Mr. Mustache’s Magic Hour - Tuesday, June 17, 3 p.m.
Ages: 6-12

Kentucky Shakespeare Performance - Tuesday, June 24, 2 p.m.

Squallis Puppeteers - Thursday, July 10, 2 p.m.
Ages: 5-12

Music Scavenger Hunt - Monday, July 14, 2 p.m.
Listen to some good tunes and search out fun myths about rockers and their music.

Japanese Storytelling with Graham Shelby - Tuesday, July 22, 2 p.m.

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Thursday, July 24, 6 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing. Ages: 11-19

Speed Museum Art Workshop - Thursday, July 24, 1 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop. Ages: 6-12

Storytimes

Toddler Storytime - Every Wednesday, 11 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Wednesday, 10 a.m.

Computer Classes

Shively (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

What's It Worth? - Wednesday, July 16, 7 p.m.
Christian Trabue of Trabue Appraisal will give clues for the collector interested in the potential value of their items. No individual appraisals.

Young Adult Programs

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Thursday, July 16, 5:30 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.
Ages: 11-19

Hip Hop Dance - Thursday, July 31, 4 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.

Children's Programs

Storytelling with Cynthia Changaris - Thursday, June 12, 2 p.m.

River City Drum Corp. Performance - Thursday, June 26, 2 p.m.
Ed White and his team will captivate audiences as they teach the history of African drumming, as well as, demonstrating African drumming techniques.

Zippo the Clown - Thursday, July 3, 2 p.m.
Zippo the Clown will be sure to make you chuckle with his crazy clown antics.
All ages

Kentucky Shakespeare Performance - Thursday, July 10, 2 p.m.
Shakespeare through performance, dance, visual arts and acting!

Raptor Rehabilitation - Thursday, July 17, 2 p.m.
Become familiar with some birds of prey from our area with Raptor Rehabilitation.
Ages: 5-12

Sidewalk Chalk - Thursday July 24, 2 p.m.
Bring your imagination and create your very own work of art in front of the library!
All ages

Storytimes

Preschool Storytime - Every Thursday, 11 a.m.

Computer Class (Class descriptions)

Basic Internet - Every Saturday, 10:30 a.m.
Call 574-1730 to sign up.

Book Discussion Group

The Ditchdigger’s Daughter by Yvonne Thornton - Tuesday, June 17, 5:30 p.m.

Friends Meeting

Tuesday, July 15, 5:30 p.m.

Southwest (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Inside Medicare’s Website - Tuesday, June 17, 11 a.m.
Medicare specialist Judy Flowers will guide you through Medicare.gov including how to compare different prescription drug plans.
Sign-up required. Call 933-0029.

ABC’s & D’s of Medicare - Tuesday, July 22, 11 a.m.
Medicare specialist Judy Flowers will discuss the ins and outs of getting started with Medicare.

Talkin’ About our Generations

July 22, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
July 23, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
July 24, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Join us for a special workshops series designed for Grandparents and Grandchildren. Record your own stories and create a book as a keepsake with help from storyteller Thomas Freese. Attendance required for all three workshops. Call 933-0029 register.

Wonders of Water Gardening - Thursday, July 24, 2 p.m.
Thornhill’s Ornamental Concrete will be here to talk about the basics of water gardening.

Young Adult Programs

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Monday, June 9, 2:30 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought ‘I could do better than that’? Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing.
Ages: 11-19

Black Tiger Martial Arts Demonstration - Wednesday, June 11, 4 p.m.
Watch, listen, and learn the eight principles of martial arts through a Chuushin Do demonstration.
All ages

Anime in the Afternoon - Wednesdays, June 18 & July 9, 2:30 p.m.
Enjoy anime, snacks, and check out our manga.
Ages: 12-19

Guitar Hero @ the Library - Saturday, June 21, 2:30 p.m.
Teen Summer Readers can rock out and become our Rock Star Heroes at the Southwest branch!
Ages: 12-19

Scene-It? Music Edition DVD Party - Wednesday, June 25, 2:30 p.m.
Don't know your Jonas Brothers from your Everly Brothers? Join us for a rousing game of Scene-It? Music Edition and test your musical knowledge from across the decades! Snacks provided!
Ages: 12-19

Kentucky Shakespeare Performance - Monday, July 7, 3:00 p.m.
Kentucky Shakespeare will visit and bring you Shakespeare through performance, dance, visual arts, and acting!
All ages

Totally Hot Concert Tees - Wednesday July 16, 2:30 p.m.
Reading Rocks! Bring in a t-shirt to decorate in your own style with our paints.
Ages: 12-19

Anime Rocks! - Thursday, July 17, 2:30 p.m.
Learn to draw rock stars and other characters in the Japanese style! Anime artist, Lauren Marks, rocks the library with a free anime drawing lesson.
Call 933-0029 to register.
Ages: 12-19

Hip Hop Dance - Saturday, July 26, 2:30 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.
Call 933-0029 to register.
Ages 12-19

River City Drum Corp. Performance - Tuesday, July 29, 2 p.m.
Ed White and his team will captivate audiences as they teach the history of African drumming, as well as, demonstrating African drumming techniques.
All ages

Children's Programs

River City Drum Corp. Performance - Wednesday, June 4, 2 p.m.

Reading Rocks! Southwest's Summer Reading Kick Off - Saturday, June 7, 2:30 p.m.
Help kick off a Rockin’ Summer Reading Program!
Join us for a musical storytime and karaoke. Decorate your own guitar to take home.
All ages

Black Tiger Martial Arts Demonstration - Wednesday, June 11, 4 p.m.

Stonecarving with Al and Penny Nelson - Thursday, June 12, 2:30 p.m.
Help the Stonecarvers carve a Summer Reading masterpiece for the library!
All ages

Donuts with Daddy - Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m.
Join us for stories about daddies, grandpas, and all the great men in our lives. Enjoy donuts and juice and make a special Father's Day card to share with a loved one.
All ages

Hannah Montana "The Best of Both Worlds" Party! - Thursday, June 19, 2:30 p.m.
Help us celebrate Hannah Montana; a normal student by day and a rock star by night! Join us for HM stories, trivia, a microphone craft, karaoke, and more! Dress like Hannah Montana for our rock star fashion show!
All ages

Heavy Metal Rocks! - Thursday, June 26, 6:30 p.m.
Join us for stories about trucks, planes, bulldozers, and other “heavy” equipment to complete your Reading Rocks folder. Make a drum to take home.
All ages

American Girl Party: Meet Kit! - Saturday, June 28, 2:30 p.m.
Join us for stories, crafts, and activities featuring Kit, the Depression Era American Girl. The Kit movie comes out July 2nd - get hyped up at the library with us!
All ages

Kentucky Shakespeare Performance - Monday, July 7, 3 p.m.

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Tuesday, July 8, 1-2:30 p.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.
Call 933-0029 to register.
Ages: 6-12

Captain Underpants Rocks! - Thursday, July 10, 2:30 p.m.
Let the toilet paper fly! Join us for stories, crafts, and games celebrating the belly barin’ superhero, Captain Underpants!
All ages

Pigs Rock Family Storytime - Thursday, July 10, 6:30 p.m.
Finish your summer reading folder in style. Join us for a family storytime all about pigs!
All ages

Reading Rocks with Junie B. Jones! - Saturday, July 12, 2:30 p.m.
Join us for stories, activities, and a craft celebrating our favorite first grader!
All ages

Guitar Hero @ the Library - Tuesday July 15, 2:30p.m.
Rock out at the library in our Guitar Hero tournament for kids.
Call 933-0029 to register.
Ages: 6-12

Zippo the Clown - Saturday, July 19, 2:30 p.m.
Help us celebrate Summer Reading with the crazy antics of Zippo the Clown!
All ages

Talkin’ About our Generations

July 22, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
July 23, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
July 24, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Storytimes

Mother Goose Time (Pre-walkers) - Every Monday, 10 a.m.
Toddler Storytime - Every Wednesday, 10 a.m.
Preschool Storytime - Every Wednesday, 11 a.m.
Family Storytimes - Thursday, June 19, 2:30 p.m., Thursday, June 26 & July 10, 6:30 p.m., Saturdays, July 10 & 19, 2:30 p.m.

Computer Classes

Book Discussion

House Lights by Leah Hager Cohen - Wednesday, June 25, 2:30 p.m.

The Broken Shore by Peter Temple - Wednesday, July 23, 2:30 p.m.

Exhibit

Metro Arts Center - June

Valley Women’s Club - Jul

Western (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Western Library Annual Summer Block Party - Saturday, July 26, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Games, and fun for the whole family.

Young Adult Programs

Teen Songwriting Workshop - Tuesday, July 15, 4 p.m.
Ever listen to a song’s lyrics and thought “I could do better than that?” Now’s your chance; join Michael George and Jermaine Johnson to start writing. Ages: 11-19

Children's Programs

Musical Scavenger Hunt - Thursday, June 19, 3:30 p.m.

Speed Museum Workshop - Thursday, July 17, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop. Ages: 6-12

Family Programs

Family Game Night - Tuesday, June 17, 5-6 p.m.
Tuesday, July 8, 5-6 p.m.
Join us for cards, dominos and snacks.

Family Read-In - Tuesday, June 24, 5-6 p.m.
The perfect way to help younger readers complete their Summer Reading Folders!
Older siblings are also invited to read with their younger brothers and sisters.

Storytimes

Preschool Storytime - Every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.

Computer Classes

Call 574-1779 to schedule a class.

Young Adult Book Discussion

Naked Love by Darnella Ford - Tuesday, June 3, 2 p.m.
Girls: 12-18

Monster by Walter Dean Myers - Tuesday, June 10, 2 p.m.
Boys: 12-18

Western Support Association Meeting

Mondays, June 9 & July 14, 6 p.m.

Westport (Branch Information)

Adult Programs

Brightside - Wednesday, June 18, 6 p.m.
Learn how we can keep our city litter free and go green.

Knitting Club
All levels welcome. Call 394-0379 for details.

Young Adult Programs

Hip-Hop Dance - Thursday, June 12, 12 p.m.
Come and learn some hip hop moves with Saffiyah.

Children's Programs

Space Rocks! - Every Friday, 2-4 p.m.
Explore the moon and space! Join us for an exciting and fun science activity or experiment related to the moon and space. Learn about NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter that will launch in 2008! Sign up required. Call 394-0379.
Ages: 8-12

Give A Hoot About Reading! - Friday, June 6 & 20, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Come participate in a book club on Hoot by Carl Hiaasen. Not only will you get the chance to read a great book, you'll also get to eat pancakes, make an owl out of recycled materials, dissect owl pellets, watch the movie Hoot and more! Sign up required. Call 394-0379.
Ages: 8-12

Storytelling with Cynthia Changaris - Wednesday, June 11, 11 a.m.

Speed Art Museum Workshop - Tuesday, June 17, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Join the Youth Apprentice Program of the Speed Art Museum for History in Ink: America in Print and Hands-on Printmaking Workshop.

Japanese Storytelling with Graham Shelby - Wednesday, July 9, 11 a.m.

Mr. Mustache’s Magic Hour - Wednesday, July 23, 1 p.m.

Make cards for Hospice Patients - Tuesday, July 29, 6 p.m.
Vistacare presents a program for children and adults.

Storytimes

Family Storytimes - Every Tuesday, 4 p.m.

Book Discussion

Confederacy of Dunces by John Toole - Monday, June 16, 7 p.m.

Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel - Monday, July 21

Friends Meeting

Saturdays, June 14 & July 12, 11 a.m.

Last Updated: 05/08/2008