SUMMER STORYTIMES
STORYTIME AT THE BEACH
WEDNESDAYS, JULY 9, 16, 23, 30, 11AM
Join the Librarian at Pryibil Beach. You'll find us on the beach at the left side of the lifeguard. We'll be listening to some great books to celebrate the fun of summer. AGES: 2 - 6 REGISTRATION: No FEE: No
NIGHT TIME STORIES
MONDAYS, JULY 14, 21, 28, 7:30PM
Listen to some new and old time favorite bedtime stories at the Library. A perfect way to end a summer day is by joining family and friends to enjoy some great books. AGES: 3 - 6 REGISTRATION: No FEE: No
BOOK BUDDIES STORYTIME
TUESDAYS, JULY 15, 22, 29, 4PM
Join our young adult readers and librarian for an hour of one on one reading of some new books
and old favorites, followed with a simple craft.
GRADES: K - 3 REGISTRATION: No FEE: No
SUMMER SATURDAYS
SATURDAYS, JULY 19, 26, AUGUST 9, 16, 11AM
Join the Children's librarian for some reading fun. Enjoy a half hour of music, books and felt board stories. AGES: 3 - 6 REGISTRATION: No FEE: No
SUMMER READING CLUB 2008
“CATCH THE READING BUG”
Catch the Reading Bug at the Library by joining the Children’s Summer Reading Club. Sign up began on Monday, June 23rd. The End of Summer Reading Celebration, with music by Joe Guida, will be held on Wednesday, August 6th at 7pm for all children who have read and recorded their books in their reading record cards. Record card and reading certificates will be distributed to the children at this time.
ART WORKSHOP - PAINT IN THE STYLE OF FRANZ MARC
WITH TINA GELLER
TWO SESSIONS: TUESDAY, JULY 15, 7PM
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30, 7PM
Learn about and paint in the bold style of noted artist Franz Marc, acclaimed for his passionately painted pictures of wild animals. During this two part workshop, you'll create your own 16" x 20" canvas work of art, ready to be framed. Dress to mess!
GRADES: 3 - 5 REGISTRATION: Yes FEE: No
BUGS WITH THE MAD SCIENTIST
MONDAY, JULY 21, 4:30PM
Welcome to the world of insects! You'll learn about bugs' unique eyesight and the way bugs defend themselves against predators. See how camouflage works and how bugs help our environment. Children will bring home their very own Mad Science Bug Box!
GRADES: 2 - 5 REGISTRATION: No FEE: No
SCHOOL-AGE SUMMER ACTIVITIES
CATERPILLAR CUDDLE UP CRAFT
TUESDAY, JULY 8, 4PM
Create a soft caterpillar using colorful foam disks, pom poms and pipe cleaners. This 10-inch creature will be a great decoration.
GRADES: K - 2 REGISTRATION: Yes FEE: No
SUN CATCHER CRAFT
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 7PM
Using bright color paint, create a hanging plastic sun catcher in the shape of a bug to hang in the window and bring in some summer sun. GRADES: 3 - 5 REGISTRATION: Yes FEE: No
INTRODUCTION TO WILDLIFE
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 4:30PM
Back by popular demand! Come to a live animal program presented by the Theodore Roosevelt Nature Sanctuary. Children will see a raptor, a snake, a rabbit and more!
GRADES: K - 5 REGISTRATION: No FEE: No
"DON'T BUG ME" DOORKNOB HANGER CRAFT
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 4PM
Want a little quiet time? Make a fun doorknob hanger made with your own special design to let people know when it's time to "bug off". GRADES: K - 2 REGISTRATION: Yes FEE: No
SPONGE PAINT BUG COLLAGE
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20, 11AM
With large shaped sponges and stamps, create a collage full of colorful bugs and other fun creatures. Dress to mess.
GRADES: Pre-K - 3 REGISTRATION: Yes FEE: No
PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Our summer Thursday morning pre-school programs are full of music, movement, stories and crafts, making them an enjoyable time for both parent or caregiver and child. Come and join us for one or all of these programs. Please register in the Children's Room to ensure a place in these popular programs.
MUSICAL MOPPETS - "GET BUGGY"
THURSDAY, JULY 10, 11:30AM
Enjoy a music and movement program getting "buggy" with your preschooler.
AGES: 18 mo. - 4 years, with adult
TIME FOR KIDS - SWIM WITH THE FISH
THURSDAY, JULY 17, 11AM
Fish love swimming and so will you at this fish-themed program.
AGES: 18 mo. - 4 years, with adult
LADY BUG STORY CRAFT
THURSDAY, JULY 24, 11AM
Enjoy some ladybug stories and make a cute ladybug to take home.
AGES: 2 - 4 years, with adult
TIME FOR KIDS
CREEPING CATERPILLARS
THURSDAY, JULY 31, 11AM
This program will show your preschooler how much fun it is to be a caterpillar.
AGES: 18mo. - 4 years, with adult
TIME FOR KIDS
ROW, ROW, ROW YOUR BOAT
THURSDAY, AUGUST 14, 11AM
This boat-themed program will be an especially fun one with your little one.
AGES: 18mo. - 4 years, with adult
CHILDREN'S DATABASES SEARCHABLE FROM HOME!
Did you know that children can access the Glen Cove Library's databases and obtain research information for school projects from their home computer? Search our Children's databases and find information on countries, animals, math, history, science experiments, sports, art and current events. To access the databases, go to the Glen Cove Library's homepage at www.glencovelibrary.org. Click on Children's Services and then click on Helpful Databases to view the list of available resources. Children's databases include Country Watch, EBSCOhost Web, Kids InfoBits, Kids Search, Searchasaurus, Student Research Center and TumbleBooks. To use these databases, you may need to enter your Library barcode number (2 1571 ______ ). We're sure you'll enjoy using these databases. If you have any questions about using the databases, please call the Children's Room at 676-2130. VIEW YOUR LIBRARY ACCOUNT FROM HOME AND RENEW ITEMS!
To view your Library account from home, go to www.alisweb.org and click on the My Account link. Enter your name, your Library barcode number and your pin number (the last four digits of your telephone number). You can view a listing of items currently checked-out, renew items and see a listing of items you've requested.
REQUEST BOOKS FROM HOME!
Children (and their parents, too) can search the online catalog and request books from home or from any computer with Internet access. Visit the Library's homepage at www.glencovelibrary.org and click on Search the Catalog. Once you've located the book you want, click the Request tab. You'll need to enter your name, your Library barcode number and your pin number (the last four digits of your telephone number). Please note that not all items are available for request. If an item you selected is not available for request, a message will appear indicating that the selected item may not be requested. Please call the Children's Room at 676-2130 if you have any questions regarding requesting an item.
