Summer Reading Kick Off Party

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1 Franklin Public Library 2015 Summer Reading Program 1 All programs are sponsored by a generous donation from the Friends of the Franklin Library. SUMMER READING KICK OFF Teen Summer Reading Kick Off Party Unmasked! for grades 5-12 Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 PM Taco buffet courtesy of Moe s, whoopie pies donated by Making Whoopie, henna tattoos with Peace Bee and Rainbow Song Henna, Wii, Karaoke, and Summer Reading signups! Summer Reading Kick Off Party Every Hero Has a Story for ages 0-12 Wednesday, June 24 at 3 PM Join us on the Library lawn to sign up for our summer reading program! Glitter tattoos, face painting, balloon animals, and sidewalk chalk to decorate our walkways! Images are copyrighted. Contact the CSLP at or info@cslpreads.org for more information. Every Hero Has a Story is sponsored by the Franklin Public Library, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

2 JULY PROGRAMS 2 Patriotic Music with Jamie Barrett Wednesday, July 1 at 1:00 PM Come hear Franklin local Jamie Barrett sing patriotic songs in honor of the 4 th of July. Drop-In Craft at 1 PM Mondays, July 6, 20, and 27. Discover the artist in you as you choose from a variety of crafts. All ages. T-Shirt Cut Ups for grades 5-12 Monday, July 6 at 7 PM Are you sassy, boho, punk, or preppy? Transform a plain t-shirt into one that reflects your style. Bring your own t-shirt or use one of ours. Get Ready for Kindergarten for ages 3 5 at 10:30 AM Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, and 28 Get a head start before September with 45-minutes of stories, songs, and activities to help prepare your child for preschool or kindergarten. Please attend with your child. Playgroup to follow. Ed the Wizard Every Hero Has a Story Tuesday, July 7 at 1:00 PM Learn about Ed s hero, Dumbledore! Starting at 4 Privot Drive, experience the power of inspiration, as we visit classes from Divination through Potions. Terrific Toddlers for ages 18 months to 3 years old at 10:30 AM Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22, and 29 Enjoy 30 minutes of interactive stories, rhymes, songs and activities! Playgroup to follow. The Greg and Axel Show -- Every Hero Has a Story Wednesday, July 8 at 1:00 PM Discover animal heroes such as search and rescue dogs, and police k-9 units. Story and Craft for ages 3, 4, 5, and 6 at 10:30 AM Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, and 30 Let your 3-6 year old attend 45-minutes of stories and a craft on their own! Playgroup to follow. Ecology of Sound -- Rainforest Music for ages 0+ Friday, July 10 at 10:30 AM Absorb the rhythms of the Brazilian rainforest in this engaging performance by Ricardo Frodo using instruments made from recycled and found objects.

3 JULY PROGRAMS CONTINUED 3 Little Pig Joins the Band: A Musical Author Visit Saturday, July 11 at 1:00 PM David Hyde Costello will share original songs, and home-made musical instruments. Visual Storytelling Workshop for grades 5-12 Saturday, July 11 at 3:00 PM Author and illustrator David Hyde Costello will share his expertise through group drawing games and activities. We will provide supplies, but feel free to bring your sketchbooks. Mike the Bubble Man Monday, July 13 at 1:00 PM Did you know that bubbles could be life-sized? Let Mike spark your imagination with music, comedy, and bubbles in all shapes and sizes! Subaru/Leave No Trace -- Camping and Hiking Safety Tuesday, July 14 at 1:00 PM Planning a family camping trip this summer? The Traveling Trainers will teach children, teens and adults how to interact with wildlife responsibly. Marvelous Marvin -- Math Blast Wednesday, July 15 at 1:00 PM Using rhyming text, circus arts and magic tricks, Marvelous Marvin will explore the basics of math from sorting to circles, and adding to triangles. Lego Club for ages 3 to 12 Thursday, July 16 at 1:00 PM Use your imagination and build anything you like with our tubs of Legos! Library Book Sale Saturday, July 18 from 9:00 AM 4:00 PM Stop by the library to pick up your beach and vacation reading! Great deals on titles for everyone. Also from 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Betty Kushner will play classical music. Bag Sale Sunday, July 19 from 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Come fill up a brown paper bag with all the books you can fit in it for only $5.00! Meet Elmo!!! Monday, July 20 at 10:30 AM Your furry, loveable friend Elmo will be here! Listen to stories, participate in activities, and take photos with Elmo! Presented by MEFA U. Fund Start U. Reading Series.

4 JULY PROGRAMS CONTINUED 4 Outdoor Concert: Jesse Liam Band Tuesday, July 21 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Enjoy a free evening out for all ages! This father and son band will sing popular hits from the 50 s to today! Enjoy a little two steppin', classic folk music, crooning love songs, and lots of rock and roll. Bring a picnic dinner, blanket, and your dancing shoes! Indian Dance with Mouli Pal for ages 0+ Wednesday, July 22 at 1 PM Mouli Pal will help the audience discover India through dance with Odissi, an Indian Classical dance form. EPA - The Environment and Your Health for ages 5 and up Thursday, July 23 at 1 PM Are your children curious about air and water pollution? The EPA will teach them how air and water pollution affect our health, and recycling and ways to improve the environment. Sciencetellers - Super Heroes Friday, July 24 at 1:00 PM All the teachers at school are suspected to have superpowers! Throw on your lab coat and experience forces and reactions through hands-on experiments! Tree Identification on the Lawn Tuesday, July 28 at 1:00 PM The Worcester Tree Initiative loves trees! Join us for hands on activities exploring the beauty and benefits of trees. Pumpernickel Puppets Peter Rabbit Wednesday, July 29 at 1:00 PM John McDonough brings his cast of colorful puppets to present Peter Rabbit. Teen and Adult Beading Workshop Thursday, July 30 at 1 PM Make earnings, necklaces and bracelets using a wide selection of beads. Davey the Clown Friday, July 31 at 1:00 PM Everyone loves a clown! Davey will captivate you with juggling, magic, and unicycle tricks. The finale is a parade with accordion music played by Davey, and noise makers for the audience.

5 AUGUST PROGRAMS 5 Family Drum-Fun Circle Saturday, August 1 at 1:00 PM Do your kids love drumming? Tony Fonseca will bring drums of all sizes. Drop-In Craft at 1 PM Mondays, August 3, 10, 17, and 24. Discover the artist in you as you choose from a variety of crafts. All ages. Make a Wall/Desk Organizer for grades 5-12 Monday, August 3 at 7 PM Using a variety of materials including duct tape, this organizer will be a great addition to your room. Place it on your desk or hang it on the wall to hold all your pens, pencils, and papers. Get Ready for Kindergarten for ages 3 5 at 10:30 AM Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18, 25 Get a head start before September with 45-minutes of stories, songs, and activities. Please attend with your child. Playgroup to follow. Outdoor Concert: Classic Rock with MidLife Crisis Tuesday, August 4 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM MLC is a six piece Rock & Roll band with an extensive song list from Motown to Maroon 5; Stevie to Southern Rock; The Beatles to the Boss. Come dance and sing along! Terrific Toddlers for ages 18 months to 3 years old at 10:30 AM Wednesdays, August 5, 19, 26 Enjoy 30 minutes of interactive stories, rhymes, songs and activities! Playgroup to follow. Family Concert with David Polansky Wednesday, August 5 at 1 PM Every Hero Has a Story and a Song! Enjoy a lively show with audience involvement. Story and Craft for ages 3, 4, 5, and 6 at 10:30 AM Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 Let your 3-6 year old attend 45-minutes of stories and a craft on their own! Playgroup to follow. Teddy Bear Picnic Thursday, August 6 at 1:00 PM Bring a bag lunch & blanket to the library lawn for stories & songs. Teddy Bears invited! Family Sing-Along with Jamie Barrett Friday, August 7 at 1:00 PM Sing popular tunes with Franklin musician Jamie Barrett. Mike the Hatman Monday, August 10 at 10:30 AM Music, dancing, and silly balloon hats!

6 AUGUST PROGRAMS CONTINUED 6 Drawing Super Heroes, Manga and Other Heroes in Comics for grades 5-12 Tuesday, August 11 from 6:30-8:00 PM Develop a three frame comic strip based with artist Theresa Monteith. Incredible Insects with Kevin Kopchynski Wednesday, August 12 at 10:30 AM Learn how to identify a variety of insects and details of their weird and wonderful lives. Stories of the Night Sky with Kevin Kopchynski Wednesday, August 12 at 1:00 PM Learn about the stars, constellations, and planets in your night sky. Wii Club Thursday, August 13 at 1 PM Wii, Karaoke, board games, Chromebooks. Library Booksale and DPW Touch a Truck Saturday, August 15 at 9:00 AM Enjoy the last few weeks of summer with a good book! The library book sale has great deals on books, dvds, and games. From 9:00-10:00 AM Betty Kushner will play classical music. Giant Games on the Lawn Saturday, August 15 from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Giant Scrabble, Chess, Hi-Tower, 4-in-a-Line, and Snakes and Ladders. Bag Sale Sunday, August 16 from 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Come fill up a brown paper bag with all the books you can fit for only $5.00! Animal World Experience Wild Heroes Wednesday, August 19 at 4:00 PM Just like many superheroes have animal powers, every animal has the power to be a superhero. Science Magic, Museum of Science Friday, August 21 at 1:00 PM Learn the science behind magic tricks, including how to lie down on a bed of nails. Whalemobile for grades K-6 Tuesday, August 25 at 1 PM Step inside Nile, the 43 foot long inflatable whale. Learn about the habitat, conservation and behavior of whales. Registration Required. Call the library to register. Teen End of Summer Party Tuesday, August 25 at 6:30 PM Enjoy pizza and subs, and draw for great prizes! End of Summer Party with Barn Babies Wednesday, August 26 from 1:00-2:30 PM Barn Babies Traveling Petting Zoo will be visiting the Franklin Library. There will be corrals and touch tanks full of furry farm friends for you to meet on the library lawn. Face painting too!