Calendar of Youth Events

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2006 Summer Reading Program

Peter White Public Library

Join us for Weekly Storytimes, Monthly Storytime, and Special Events this summer.

 

WEEKLY STORYTIMES

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Mondays

Storytime for 2 and 3 year-olds (and a loving adult) will be held Monday mornings at 10:00 am from June 19 to August 7, 2006. Children will enjoy thirty minutes of stories, fingerplays, poems and songs. The group meets in the Children's Area on the lower level of the Library.

Tuesdays

Story Time for 4's & 5's is held Tuesday afternoons, 1:00 - 2:00 pm from June 20 to August 8, 2006. Join us in the Children's Area on the lower level of the Peter White Public Library for stories, songs and crafts.

Wednesdays

Stories and activities for children ages six to eleven are offered on Wednesdays at 11:00 am June 21 to August 9, 2006. Join us for explorations through reading, arts & crafts, science and geography.

MONTHLY STORY TIME

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Book Babies

Book Babies meets for stories, songs, nursery rhymes, poems and fingerplays on Thursday June 1, Thursday July 13, and Thursday August 10 from 10:00 - 10:20 am. Children, newborn through 23 months, are welcome when accompanied by a loving adult.

JUNE, JULY and AUGUST SPECIAL EVENTS

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Monday June 19th from 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Let the Wild Rumpus Begin!

Children's Area

Peter White Public Library

Children are invited to the kickoff party for the Summer Reading & Listening Program, PAWS, CLAWS, SCALES and TALES. Register for summer reading and add your name to the giant fish on the bulletin board. Enjoy an evening of animal crafts, wild games, face painting and refreshments.

Wednesday June 21st from 10:00 - 11:00 am

Butterfly Gardens

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Listen to butterfly stories and work on a garden project. This program is presented in cooperation with Moosewood Nature Center.

 

Corinne Rockow

Thursday June 22nd from 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Hoots and Howls Concert with Corinne Rockow

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Children will enjoy wildlife in a new way after attending Corinne Rockow's musical performance. Her program is interactive, so everyone in the family can join in the singing and storytelling. She also plays some new and unusual instruments. Admission is free. This program is sponsored by the Carroll Paul Memorial Trust Fund.

Bergonzi String Quartet

Friday June 23rd at 1:00 pm

The Bergonzi String Quartet

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

The Bergonzi lKString Quartet, so named for the illustrious violin maker Carlo Bergonzi, has generated enormous excitement around the globe for its superb blend of seasoned and sensitive string virtuosi. They are currently performing in conjuction with the Pine Mountain Music Festival. Admissioin is free.

Monday June 26th from 11:00 am - Noon and 7:00 - 8:00 pm

MooseWood Bog Walk

The Bog @ Presque Isle Park

The nature experts at MooseWood Nature Center will lead guided nature walks through the bog at Presque Isle Park, once at 11:00 in the morning and again at 7:00 in the evening. Donations are appreciated for all MooseWood summer programs.

Suzanne & Jim

Tuesday June 27th at 7:00 pm

Suzanne & Jim - I Went to the Animal Fair

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

The musical team of Suzanne and Jim present American traditional music with banjo and guitar. They play songs for the "young at heart" that will set your feet tapping and hands clapping. Admission is free. This program is sponsored by the Carroll Paul Memorial Trust Fund.

 

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Wednesday June 28 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Library Pet Partners

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Children in grades 1-5 are invited to meet and read to trained therapy dogs who enjoy listening to stories. Learn how to become a part of the PWPL Library Pet Partners program to improive your reading skills and read for the fun of it.

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Friday July 7th from 11:00 am - Noon

MooseWood Frog Program

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Hop in to learn interesting from facts and listen to great stories. This program is presented in cooperation with MooseWood Nature Center.

Saturday July 8th from 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Bug Bonanza! The World of Insects Through Poetry and Pictures

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Creat buggy poetry with nature poet, Greg Jacobs. Fun for the whole family! Admission is free.

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Monday July 10th at 2:00 pm

MUCC Wild Woodlands

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Learn about Michigan wildlife from the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. This presentation, featuring live Michigan woodland animals, highlights biodiversity and maintaining forests as a renewable resource. Fun for the whole family. Admission is free.

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Tuesday July 11th at 7:00 pm

Humane Society Program

Community Room, Peter White Public Library

Get expert pet care tips from the staff at Marquette County Humane Society.

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Wednesday July 12th from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Shiras Room, Second Floor

Peter White Public Library

Poetry workshop with poet, Russell Thorburn. Bring your own insects for inspiration. Admission is free.

Monday July 17th from 1:00 - 2:00 pm

Monarch Butterflies

Children's Area

Peter White Public Library

Listen to stories about the marvelous Monarch butterfly and work on a nature project. this program is presented in cooperation with MooseWood Nature Center.

Tuesday July 18th at 7:00 pm

TUBA TALES

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

An evening of musical storytelling and entertainment for children of all ages. This program is sponsored by the Carroll Paul Memorial Trust Fund. Admission is free.

Wednesday July 19th at 1:00, 2:00 and 7:00 pm

Mountain Dulcimer Workshop

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Wanda Degen, experienced musician and instructor, will offer dulcimer lessons for 3rd grade and up. (11 students per session - PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.) Call 226-4323 to register. This program is sponsored by the Carroll Paul Memorial Trust Fund.

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Wednesday July 26th from 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Children's Area

Peter White Public Library

Bring a photograph of your pet and frame it for the famous Photo Gallery of Pets.

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Monday August 7th from 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Butterfly Gardens

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Listen to butterfly stories and work on a garden project. This program is presented in cooperation with MooseWood Nature Center.

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Friday August 11th from 10:00 - 11:00 am

MooseWood Snakes Program

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Snake stories and live snakes will connect you with nature. This program is presented in cooperation with MooseWood Nature Center.

Thursday August 17th from 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Ice Cream Social

Community Room

Peter White Public Library

Enjoy an ice cream sundae while names are drawn for the Summer Reading Program grand prizes. Turn in your official reading list by August 11th to be eligible!