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“BE CREATIVE AT YOUR
LIBRARY” is the theme for the 2009 Summer
Library Program. The program
sponsored by the Hartford Public Library encourages recreational reading
and library usage by Hartford
area children during the summer months. The Library offers two levels of
the program: a Reading Program for those able to read on their own
and a Read-to-Me section for non-readers and those beginning to read.
School-aged children must have a
library card that may be obtained by filling out an application at
the Library (parent must be present and sign the application). All children, residents and
non-residents from Washington and Dodge counties, may receive a
library card at no charge.
Registration
for the reading program begins June 8 and continues throughout the
summer. Upon registration,
each child will receive a booklet for recording books/minutes read
during the summer. For every 5
titles logged into the Read-To-Me booklet, a ticket for special
drawings held every Wednesday will be issued. In addition, an instant chance for
prizes will be given. For
every 60 minutes read, children in the Reading Program will receive
both drawing and instant chances.
The club runs for 7 weeks from June 15 through Aug 1 with a special
family closing party the evening of
August 5.
A
super-draw for special gifts will be held
at the Summer Finale.
Participants who have read/read to them 300 minutes/25 books
and then give an oral report on any of the books read will receive
one chance for the super-draw prizes.
Only one chance per
child over the 2009 Summer Library Program. Attendance at the Summer Finale is
not a requirement for winning.
Special
activity sessions will be sponsored every
Wednesday; a preschool storytime for
children 3 years and up is held in the morning and an afternoon
session is held for those children entering 1st grade (in
Fall) and up. Program
exceptions are noted in the calendar.
Special guests this summer include: The Bubbleman,
Will & Branch (musicians), and Matthew “Magic” Morgan
and Liliana, s at our Finale.
Once again we offer the challenge
to participants to “cream” the children’s staff at
the Finale. This is a much
anticipated and fun event each summer – at least, for the
children. Read collectively
150,000 (5 books=60 minutes) and Karolyn gets “creamed”;
175,000 minutes and Cheryl will have a “pie in her eye”;
and, 200,000 and Karolyn,
Cheryl and Audrey will enjoy a special treat!!!???
Questions
may be answered and further information obtained by stopping by the
Hartford Library at its upper level location in City Hall or by
phoning 262-673-8240. The Hartford
Public Library will be
the CREATIVE spot this summer. Join us and “BE CREATIVE”!!!!
Be Creative @ Your
Library
2009 SUMMER READING
PROGRAM
The week of June 8 through June 13 is scheduled for reading
club pre-registration.
Children may visit the
library, sign-up and begin their reading right away.
Actual recording of titles/minutes
read starts June 16.
MORNING SESSIONS – Ages
3 and up (age 3 as of June
1, 2009)
AFTERNOON SESSIONS – 1st
grade (Fall of 2009)
SESSION EXCEPTIONS ARE NOTED
IN THE SCHEDULE
Be Creative
@ Your Library
2009 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
The week of June 8 through June 13 is scheduled
for reading club pre-registration.
Children may visit the library, sign-up and begin
their reading right away.
Actual recording of titles/minutes read starts
June 16.
MORNING SESSIONS – Ages 3 and up (age 3 as
of June
1, 2009)
AFTERNOON SESSIONS – 1st grade (Fall of 2009)
SESSION EXCEPTIONS ARE NOTED IN THE SCHEDULE
“BLOWING
BUBBLES”
Wed., June 17 10:00-11:00
ALL AGES WELCOME!
Join us for the “Bubble Man”. Geoff Akins, motivational speaker and edu-tainer, uses
the art and science of Bubbleology to
inspire others to follow their dreams. During his light-hearted Bubble
Wonders show, Geoff illustrates “Anything is Possible” by
creating a seemingly impossible object... a Square Bubble
Bring your cameras and enjoy!
“NOW
YOU SEE IT”
Wed., June 24
Preschool 10:30-11:15 Stories,
games, craft.
Afternoon 2:30-3:30 Learn
to draw expressions, create funny faces, tessellate, and have fun
with sketch comedy.
.
“HAM
IT UP”
Wed., July 1
Preschool
10:30-11:15 Stories, games, craft.
Afternoon
2:30-3:30 Create
a paper puppet, make a lap theater, and design your own fingerpuppets to use with sample scripts.
“TAP
YOUR TOES”
Thu.,
July 9 3:30-4:30
ALL
AGES WELCOME! Fox &
Branch, a folk duo from Milwaukee
perform a lighthearted mix of early jazz, country blues, jug band and
dance music based on folk-derived children's songs. Prepare to be thoroughly involved
and entertained.
“HARTFORD STARS”
– TALENT SHOW Tue., July 14 6:45-8:00
Sign-up
Required: Grades 5 (in Fall 09) and up.
Young adults are encouraged to showcase their talents. Those
interested in performing should speak to a staff person in the
children’s dept. in advance.
Not all attendees need perform. We will have refreshments and
additional entertainment to make this a highlight of the summer.
“DANCING
WITH THE STARS”
Wed., July 15
Preschool 10:30-11:15 Stories,
games, craft.
Afternoon 2:30-3:30 Our 4-H
member guests will demonstrate dog obedience with their pets, watch
dog dancing. Then do the “Bus Stop”,
“Macarena”, Alley Cat, and many more.
“ACT
UP!” Wed.,
July 22
Preschool 10:30-11:15 Stories,
games, craft.
Afternoon 2:30-3:30 Participate in radio
theater, practice your mime skills and clowning tricks, play
slow motion freeze tag, and design a theatrical mask.
“I’VE
GOT RHYTHM”
Wed., July 29
Preschool 10:30-11:15 Stories,
games, craft.
Afternoon 2:30-3:30 Play
in a kazoo band (yours to keep), learn the hand jive, create an
“M” collage and have fun with musical charades.
“ABRACADABRA” Wed., Aug.
5 7:00-8:00 pm FINALE
ALL
AGES WELCOME! Mathew
“Magic” Morgan and Liliana
bring our summer activities to a hilarious and magical end,
astounding us with their skills as entertainers. Did I forget to
mention—it’s your chance to “PIE” the
librarians. In addition, there
will be prizes and refreshments.
So come one, come all to the close of another fantastic summer
program in the City Hall Community Room.
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