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Ghostly Writings:
A Spooky Story Writing Contest
We will hold our annual Ghostly Writings contest this October. Children of all ages can participate by turning in their spooky story to the Children's Department by October 24th. Stories must be original and on lined paper or typed. Stories will be judged on originality and creativity, not on spelling, grammar, or length. Phone number, school and grade must be listed on the back of each story. First, Second, and Third place prizes will be awarded in four divisions: Kindergarten through 2nd grade, third through fifth grade, sixth through eighth grade and ninth through twelfth grade.
Poetry Contest Winners 2010
The transcribed poems may be viewed here or by clicking on the image above. To view the original poem as penned by the authors, click on the poem titles below.
Flowers are Bloomed
by Sydney Dunbar
Easter Morning
by Leah Kerkhoff
Hi Sky
by Cora Dugan
Leah Kerkhoff, Age 7
Michael Bardales, Age 8
James Ham, Age 12
Please click on each bookmark above to see a larger version. Winning bookmarks will be distributed in the library during National Library Week and will also be posted on the library website. Each participant will receive a prize.
Nash Imboden, Age 5
Hattie Imboden, Age 4
These book reviews will appear on our website and each entrant will receive a prize.
Dane Stahlhut, Age 8
Jacy Stahlhut, Age 11
Madison Skiles, Age 10
Amanda LaMay, Age 9
Abilgail LaMay, Age 5
These winners will receive a prize for correctly answering all of the scavenger hunt questions!
Fun Reading Video
September 13 to November 20 — "Wee Read Together" Family Community Read
Participating in the Children's Department's Community Read Program is easy! Just borrow a copy of one of the selected titles from the library and when you have read it return to sign up. Your name will be entered for a prize and you will receive a free book. Our Community Read Program selection for the Children's Department is Miss Malarkey Leaves No Reader Behind by Judy Finchler and Schooled by Gordon Korman.
Story Times
Fall Story Times begin Tuesday September 14th. Daytime story times are held each Tuesday and Thursday morning at 10:30 am, for all preschool aged children. Pick up a complete calendar in the Children's Department. During Story Time on Tuesday, September 28, the Bureau of Child Development Services - First Steps will present local learning opportunities and resources to help your child transition to school. Each family will receive a free gift.
Wednesday, September 15 at 7:00 pm — Read with Devon!
Devon is a golden retriever. She is a registered pet partner therapy dog with the DELTA society. She loves children and is excited to listen to them read a book. Studies show that reading aloud to an animal can help improve children's reading skills and confidence. Children and their caregivers may stop by to meet Devon and her owner, Deborah Abbott. The library will have a selection of books for all levels of readers to share with Devon.
Saturday, September 18 - ALL DAY! 9 am to 5 pm — LEGO Display!
During the Back to the Fifties festival Dr. Brian Darrow will build his amazing LEGO Creations. His award-winning designs are up to 25 long and 8 feet wide. This display will on the top floor and will include exhibits from other LEGO enthusiasts making this our biggest LEGO display EVER! Come see what surprises Dr. Darrow and his friends have made!
Tuesday, October 26 - Thursday, October 28 — Fall Break BINGO and Afternoon Movies
During Fall Break beginning Tuesday October 26 through Thursday October 28, the library will host BINGO at 11:00 am and an afternoon movie at 2:00 pm each day.
Win some cool prizes in the classic game of Bingo and then bring your sleeping bag or pillow to enjoy a quiet afternoon with a special movie at the library during your fall break! Free popcorn, candy and bottled water will be provided during the movie! Titles will be posted at a later time in the library and will be PG rated.
Our 2010 Summer Reading program ended on July 24th. Children and their families had the opportunity to attend over 30 children's programs this summer at the library. By providing enriching activities for children to participate in we are making a positive impact on what many educational professionals know as "Summer Learning Loss". Recent studies have indicated that students who participate in engaging activities during their summer break do not suffer this achievement gap.
The Children's Department would like to thank the following sponsors for another great summer reading program.
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Please pick up complete calendars and flyers in the Children's Department for additional information.
The library has crafts and board games available everyday!
Questions or Concerns?
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