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By Greendale Public Library
Monday, Aug 31 2009, 03:59 PM
Big and Gray
Family Storytime
Wednesday, September 2
6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
Children, bring your family to the library for stories, songs and a craft.
(No registration required.)
Lower Level Meeting Room
Betty Grypp
Youth Services Librarian
Greendale Public Library
5647 Broad Street
414 423-2136
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By Greendale Public Library
Friday, May 22 2009, 11:11 AM
Imagine, Create & Participate Storytimes
June 17 – July 23
A series of six storytimes for ages 3 through 6 years will be held on Wednesdays (2 p.m.) and Thursdays (9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.) Each storytime lasts approximately 45 minutes. Caregivers do not have to attend, but are asked to remain in the Building. (For those attending the 9:30 a.m. storytime, please enter at the Health Department entrance – the library opens at 10 a.m.) Enrollment is limited.
Registration begins Monday, June 8th at 8:30 a.m. by phone or 10 a.m. in person for Greendale residents and on June 9th for the general public. Registration for groups of 4 or more will begin on Wednesday, June 10th. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that are initiated after 8:30 a.m. June 8th will be accepted.
June 17 or 18 Rainbow Colors
June 24 or 25 Get the Beat
July 1 or 2 Let’s Dance
July 8 or 9 Tales of Imagination
July 15 or 16 Fantastic Foods
July 22 or 23 I’m a Star
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By Greendale Public Library
Friday, May 15 2009, 03:23 PM
SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAM
"Be Creative @ Your Library" will be the theme for the summer library program at the Greendale Public Library, 5647 Broad Street. The program will run from June 15th through August 21st. Programs include Storytimes for ages 3 - 6, Book Buddies (2nd and 3rd level students), Lunch Bunch (4th, 5th and 6th level students), Reading Club and Terrific Tuesdays. Registration for the storytime series (ages 3 - 6), Book Buddies (students entering grades 2 or 3 in the fall), and Lunch Bunch (students entering grades 4, 5 or 6 in the fall) begins on Monday, June 8th at 8:30 a.m. by phone (414 423-2136) or at 10:00 a.m. in person for Greendale residents. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that are initiated after 8:30 a.m. June 8th will be accepted. Registration for the general public begins on June 9th. Registration for groups of 4 or more will begin on Wednesday, June 10th. Enrollment is limited.The “Imagine, Create and Participate” storytime series (June 17th – July 23rd) will feature stories, songs, rhymes and crafts about colors, music, dance, imagination and more. Children ages 3 - 6 may register for the six weekly sessions that will be held on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m., Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. or Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. Caregivers may choose to attend/not attend, but are asked to remain in the building.The Book Buddies (students entering 2nd or 3rd grade) will meet for three weekly sessions on Mondays or Thursdays, June 22nd – July 9th, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Each participant will receive a paperback copy of the chosen book, Mr. Hynde is Out of His Mind! (My Weird School Series #6) by Dan Gutman. In addition to the discussion there will be craft and game activities. Bring your own lunch. Beverage will be provided. Mary Helen Block, Circulation and Technical Services Librarian will be the discussion leader.
Students entering 4th, 5th and 6th grade are invited to join the Lunch Bunch. The group meets every third Thursday (June 18, July 9, July 30 and August 20) from 12:30 until 1:30. A title will be assigned for each discussion. Read the book prior to the discussion. Request a library book or purchase your own copy (discount provided at Once Upon a Time Bookshop). Bring your own lunch. Beverage will be provided. Register for one, two, three or four sessions. Lesley Connor, Once Upon a Time, The Village Bookshop will be the discussion leader. Children of any age may join the Reading Club, record either the titles of books read (or read to them) or the amount of time spent reading and earn entries into the prize drawing that will be held on August 21st. The Reading Club begins on June 15th. On Tuesdays (June 16th – July 28th) a 45-minute program will be held at 10:30 a.m. and repeated at 2:00 p.m. Attendance is limited to the first 95 children (must be able to attend “on their own”) who arrive on time for the program. Numbers will be given out in the library beginning 30 minutes prior to the program. Adults will be admitted at the program start time if children have not taken all 95 spaces. The June 16th program will feature LaBak the Magician who will present a Magic Show.
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By Greendale Public Library
Wednesday, Apr 8 2009, 06:06 PM
In My Garden Family Storytime
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Children, bring your family to the library for stories, songs and a craft.
(No registration required.)
Lower Level Meeting Room
Betty Grypp, Youth Services Librarian
Greendale Public Library
5647 Broad Street
414 423-2136
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By Greendale Public Library
Tuesday, Mar 24 2009, 07:56 PM
Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf (Fox, Coyote)?
Family Storytime
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Children, bring your family to the library for stories, songs and a craft.
(No registration required.)
Lower Level Meeting Room
Betty Grypp, Youth Services Librarian
Greendale Public Library
414 423-2136
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By Greendale Public Library
Tuesday, Feb 17 2009, 01:53 PM
Flap Your Wings: Stories About Birds
Family Storytime
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Children, bring your family to the library for stories, songs and a craft.
(No registration required.)
Lower Level Meeting Room
Betty Grypp, Youth Services Librarian
Greendale Public Library
5647 Broad Street
414 423-2136
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By Greendale Public Library
Friday, Feb 6 2009, 03:14 PM
Decorate a Heart Shaped Cookie
Saturday, February 14th
1:00 – 3:00 (while supplies last)
Greendale Public Library
5647 Broad Streeet
414 423-2136
As a part of the
I Left My Heart on Broad Street Event
Cookie Decorating Sponsored by: The Greendale Public Library Foundation, Inc.
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By Greendale Public Library
Monday, Feb 2 2009, 02:03 PM
Valentine Fun Family Storytime
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
Children, bring your family to the library for stories, songs and a craft. (No registration required.)
Lower Level Meeting Room
Betty Grypp, Youth Services Librarian
Greendale Public Library
5647 Broad Street
414 423-2136
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By Greendale Public Library
Thursday, Jan 22 2009, 04:58 PM
“ADVENTURE” STORYTIMES STORIES, RHYMES, SONGS AND CRAFTS
LAPSITTERS
(Ages 2s & 3s)
Thursdays 10:30 a.m. or Fridays 10:30 a.m.
January 29 – February 20 January 29 or 30 – Winter Tales February 5 or 6 – Fun with Sizes and Shapes February 12 or 13 – Adventures at Home February 19 or 20 – Animal Antics Storytimes will be held on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. or Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 2 – 3 may enroll for this series of four storytimes. A caregiver must accompany the child. Each storytime lasts approximately 30 minutes. Enrollment is limited. Registration begins on Monday, January 19th at 8:30 a.m. by phone or 10:00 a.m. in person for Greendale residents. Registration for the general public begins on January 20th. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that initiated after 8:30 a.m. January 19th will be accepted.
STORYTIMES
(Ages 3 - 5)
Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m., Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. or Fridays at 10:30a.m.
February 24 – April 3
February 24, 26 or 27 – Splashing at the Beach March 3, 5 or 6 – Fun with Family and Friends March 10, 12 or 13 – School Adventures March 17, 19 or 20 – Adventures in a Rain Forest March 24, 26 or 27 – It’s Spring March 31, April 2 or 3 – Exploring a Bog Storytimes will be held on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m., Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., or Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 3 - 5 may enroll for this series of six storytimes. Each storytime lasts approximately 45 minutes. Caretakers may choose to attend/not attend, but are asked to remain in the building. Enrollment is limited. Registration begins on Monday, January 19th at 8:30 a.m. by phone or 10:00 a.m. in person for Greendale residents. Registration for the general public begins on January 20th. Registration for groups of four or more begins on January 21st. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that are initiated after 8:30 a.m. on January 19th will be accepted.
Greendale Public Library
5647 Broad Street
Greendale, WI 53129
414 423-2136
www.greendale.org/library.htm
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By Greendale Public Library
Thursday, Jan 22 2009, 04:50 PM
“ADVENTURE” STORYTIMES STORIES, RHYMES, SONGS AND CRAFTS
LAPSITTERS
(Ages 2s & 3s)
Thursdays 10:30 a.m. or Fridays 10:30 a.m.
January 29 – February 20 January 29 or 30 – Winter Tales February 5 or 6 – Fun with Sizes and Shapes February 12 or 13 – Adventures at Home February 19 or 20 – Animal Antics Storytimes will be held on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. or Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 2 – 3 may enroll for this series of four storytimes. A caregiver must accompany the child. Each storytime lasts approximately 30 minutes. Enrollment is limited. Registration begins on Monday, January 19th at 8:30 a.m. by phone or 10:00 a.m. in person for Greendale residents. Registration for the general public begins on January 20th. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that initiated after 8:30 a.m. January 19th will be accepted.
STORYTIMES
(Ages 3 - 5)
Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m., Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. or Fridays at 10:30a.m.
February 24 – April 3
February 24, 26 or 27 – Splashing at the Beach March 3, 5 or 6 – Fun with Family and Friends March 10, 12 or 13 – School Adventures March 17, 19 or 20 – Adventures in a Rain Forest March 24, 26 or 27 – It’s Spring March 31, April 2 or 3 – Exploring a Bog Storytimes will be held on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m., Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., or Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 3 - 5 may enroll for this series of six storytimes. Each storytime lasts approximately 45 minutes. Caretakers may choose to attend/not attend, but are asked to remain in the building. Enrollment is limited. Registration begins on Monday, January 19th at 8:30 a.m. by phone or 10:00 a.m. in person for Greendale residents. Registration for the general public begins on January 20th. Registration for groups of four or more begins on January 21st. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that are initiated after 8:30 a.m. on January 19th will be accepted.
Greendale Public Library
5647 Broad Street
Greendale, WI 53129
414 423-2136
www.greendale.org/library.htm
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By Greendale Public Library
Tuesday, Dec 16 2008, 03:31 PM
Family Storytime
Wednesday, January 7th
6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
Children, bring your family to the library for stories, songs and a craft.
No registration required.
Lower Level Meeting Room
Mary Helen Block, Circulation and Technical Services Librarian
414 423-2136
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By Greendale Public Library
Friday, Nov 14 2008, 04:34 PM
Wrap It Up!
Family Storytime
Wednesday, December 3rd
6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
Children, bring your family to the library for stories, songs and a craft.
(No registration required.)
Lower Level Meeting Room
Betty Grypp, Youth Services Librarian
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By Greendale Public Library
Monday, Oct 20 2008, 10:50 AM
Turkey Time!
Family Storytime
Wednesday, November 5
6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
Children, bring your family to the library for stories, songs and a craft.
(No registration required.)
Lower Level Meeting Room
Betty Grypp, Youth Services Librarian
Greendale Public Library
5647 Broad Street
414 423-2136
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By Greendale Public Library
Monday, Oct 6 2008, 11:21 AM
"Fall Fun" Storytimes
STORIES, RHYMES, SONGS AND CRAFTS
STORYTIMES
(Ages 3 - 5)
Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m., Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., or Fridays at 10:30a.m. October 7 – November 2
October 7, 9 or 10 – Apples and Trees
October 14, 16 or 17 – Leaves and Trees October 21, 23 or 24 – Mice Scurry
October 28, 30 or 31 – Fall Flurry
November 4, 6 or 7 – NO STORYTIMES THIS WEEK
November 11, 13 or 14 – Pig Out on Books November 18, 20 or 21 – Fowl Feathers \Storytimes will be held on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., or Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 3 - 5 may enroll for this series of six storytimes. Each storytime lasts approximately 45 minutes. Caretakers may choose to attend/not attend, but are asked to remain in the building. Enrollment is limited. You may register in person, by phone (423-2136) or e-mail (grnd.ref@mcfls.org).
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By Greendale Public Library
Tuesday, Sep 23 2008, 10:18 AM
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Family Storytime Wednesday, October 1st6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Children, bring your family to the library for stories, songs and a craft. (No registration required.) Lower Level Meeting RoomBetty Grypp, Youth Services Librarian Greendale Public Library5647 Broad Street414 423-2136
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By Greendale Public Library
Thursday, Aug 28 2008, 10:37 AM
“FALL FUN” STORYTIMES STORIES, RHYMES, SONGS AND CRAFTS
LAPSITTERS
(Ages 2s & 3s)
Thursdays 10:30 a.m. or Fridays 10:30 a.m. September 11 – October 3
September 11 or 12 – Peek, Peek, Hide and Seek
September 18 or 19 – Count to Three
September 25 or 26 – Let’s Make Some Noise
October 2 or 3 – On the Go Storytimes will be held on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. or Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 2 – 3 may enroll for this series of four storytimes. A caregiver must accompany the child. Each storytime lasts approximately 30 minutes. Enrollment is limited. Registration begins on Tuesday, September 2nd at 8:30 a.m. by phone or 10:00 a.m. in person for Greendale residents. Registration for the general public begins on September 3rd. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that initiated after 8:30 a.m. September 2nd will be accepted.
STORYTIMES
(Ages 3 - 5) Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m., Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. or Fridays at 10:30a.m.October 7 – November 21
October 7, 9 or 10 – Apples and Trees
October 14, 16 or 17 – Leaves and Trees
October 21, 23 or 24 – Mice Scury
October 28, 30 or 31 – Fall Flury
November 4, 6 or 7 – NO STORYTIMES THIS WEEK
November 11, 13 or 14 – Pig Out on Books
November 18, 20 or 21 – Fowl Feathers Storytimes will be held on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., or Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 3 - 5 may enroll for this series of six storytimes. Each storytime lasts approximately 45 minutes. Caretakers may choose to attend/not attend, but are asked to remain in the building. Enrollment is limited. Registration begins on Tuesday, September 2nd at 8:30 a.m. by phone or 10:00 a.m. in person for Greendale residents. Registration for the general public begins on September 3rd. Registration for groups of four or more begins on September 4th. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that are initiated after 8:30 a.m. on September 2nd will be accepted.
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By Greendale Public Library
Thursday, Jun 12 2008, 05:52 PM
The Summer “Catch the Reading Bug” Reading Club will begin on Monday, June 16th. Children may register any time during regular library hours beginning on June 16th. Children of any age may join the club and record titles read to them, titles they read on their own or time spent reading. Receive prize coupons after first 10 titles or three hours and 20 minutes of reading. Enter drawing for more prizes after each additional 10 titles or three hours and 20 minutes of reading. All reading must be completed and reported by 5 p.m. on August 22nd to be eligible for the prize drawing.
The Library is also offering a Summer Reading Program for Adults (and Young Adults -- age 16 and over). Participants are asked to read at least 3 fiction books between June 16 and August 22, and then fill out reading records for the books they've read. Completed reading records will be entered into a prize drawing at the end of the program. Sign up for the Adult Summer Reading Program also begins June 16.
Please contact 414 423-2136 for additional information about any of the Library's summer programs.
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By Greendale Public Library
Friday, May 30 2008, 10:53 AM
The Summer “Catch the Reading Bug” Reading Club will begin on Monday, June 16th. Children may register any time during regular library hours beginning on June 16th. Children of any age may join the club and record titles read to them, titles they read on their own or time spent reading. Receive prize coupons after first 10 titles or three hours and 20 minutes of reading. Enter drawing for more prizes after each additional 10 titles or three hours and 20 minutes of reading. All reading must be completed and reported by 5 p.m. on August 22nd to be eligible for the prize drawing.
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By Greendale Public Library
Friday, May 23 2008, 09:30 AM
The Greendale Public Library will host book discussion groups for children this summer. The Book Buddies group is for students entering 2nd and 3rd Levels in Fall, 2008 and the Lunch Bunch group is for students entering 4th, 5th and 6th Levels in Fall, 2008.
The Book Buddies (grades 2 & 3) will meet for three weekly sessions on Mondays or Thursdays, June 16th – July 3rd, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. to discuss Judith Greenburg’s In the Garden (Andrew Lost Series #4). Each participant will receive a paperback copy of the book. In addition to the discussion there will be craft and game activities. Bring your own lunch. Beverage will be provided. Mary Helen Block, Circulation and Technical Services Librarian will be the discussion leader.
Students entering 4th, 5th and 6th grade are invited to join the Lunch Bunch. The group meets every third Thursday (June 19 – James and the Giant Peach, July 10 – Loser, July 31 – Gossamer and August 21 – Group will choose title) from 12:30 until 1:30. Read the book prior to the discussion. Request a library book or purchase your own copy (discount provided at Once Upon a Time Bookshop). Bring your own lunch. Beverage will be provided. Register for one, two, three or four sessions. Lesley Connor, Once Upon a Time, The Village Bookshop will be discussion leader.
Registration for the Book Buddies and Lunch Bunch begins on Monday, June 9th at 8:30 a.m. by phone (414 423-2136) or 10:00 a.m. in person for Greendale residents. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that are initiated after 8:30 June 9th will be accepted. Registration for the general public begins on June 10th. Registration for groups of 4 or more will begin on Wednesday, June 11th. Enrollment is limited.
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By Greendale Public Library
Friday, May 16 2008, 03:30 PM
"Catch the Reading Bug" will be the theme for the summer library program at the Greendale Public Library, 5647 Broad Street. The program will run from June 16th through August 22nd. The program includes storytimes for ages 3 - 6. The "Spin a Tale Storytimes" (June 18th- July 24) will feature stories, songs, rhymes and crafts about beetles, bugs, butterflies, bees and creepy crawlers. The six weekly sessions will be held on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m., Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. or Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. Caregivers may choose to attend/not attend, but are asked to remain in the building.
Registration begins on Monday, June 9th at 8:30 a.m. by phone (414 423-2136) or at 10:00 a.m. in person for Greendale residents. E-mail registrations to grnd.ref@mcfls.org that are initiated after 8:30 a.m. June 9th will be accepted. Registration for the general public begins on June 10th. Registration for groups of 4 or more will begin on Wednesday, June 11th. Enrollment is limited.
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