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DIRECTOR'S VIEW
According to a new report put out by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, only three out of every ten fourth graders in Michigan are considered proficient in reading skills. Not only that, but reading improvement stalls and even retreats during the summer months if kids do not continue to read. It is so important to have your child, along with you and other family members, join the Summer Reading Program at the library every year. Come in to any branch of the Public Libraries of Saginaw beginning June 7 and sign up for a summer full of entertainment, increased reading skills and lifelong learning. Such a simple thing to do for such a worthwhile result.
Trish Burns, Director
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 2010 Summer Reading Program
Calling children, teens, and adults to sign up for the Summer Reading Program at any library from June 7 - July 17! Last day to report is Saturday, July 24.
The Library's Summer Reading Program is free and it's lots of fun for everyone!
Earn awesome incentive prizes by returning to the library to report on your reading.
Free children's activities include magic shows, concerts, live animal demonstrations and much more.
Our thanks to the 2010 Summer Reading Program sponsors:
102.5 WIOG · Charter Media
NBC25 & CW46 Mid-Michigan
Friends of the Public Libraries of Saginaw |
Summer Reading Program Kickoff Program:
Aqua-Kadabra - A Little Splash of Magic With Scheer Genius
Wacky water jokes, off-the-wall games, insane contests - and even a few magical surprises - lead a laugh riot like you've never seen. This family funfest guarantees a great time with all the usual fun of a magic show, but with Water, Water, Water! It disappears, multiplies and even magically changes color. Kids laugh, adults are amazed. This show is all washed up--but in a good way.
Monday, June 14 - 2:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Monday, June 14 - 7:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Tuesday, June 15 - 1:00 p.m.
Claytor Library
Tuesday, June 15 - 4:00 p.m.
Wickes Library
Thursday, June 17 - 3:00 p.m.
Zauel Library |
Ming the Magnificent Magician
Take a mystical trip with Ming. Delight your summer readers with an exciting, whirlwind, magical program designed to surprise and amaze! Ming's show will feature a number of mystifying routines and illusions, including his magical high-diving flea, and a magically appearing water-filled fishbowl filled with fish.
Thursday, June 10 · 3:00 p.m.
Zauel Library
Monday, June 21 · 2:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Monday, June 21 · 7:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Tuesday, June 29 · 1:00 p.m.
Claytor Library
Tuesday, June 29 · 4:00 p.m.
Wickes Library |
Children's Programming
Lego Club for 7-12 year olds
Saturday, June 5
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Surfing at the Movies
Tuesday, June 22 · 1:00 p.m.
Claytor Library
Make a Splash Bingo
Tuesday, June 22 · 4:00 p.m.
Wickes Library
Joel's SURFari Juggling Show
Thursday, June 24 · 3:00 p.m.
Zauel Library
Balloon Meister: Balloon Artist and Storyteller
Monday, June 28 · 2:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
The Amazing Clark
Monday, June 28 · 7:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Monday Morning Movie
Mondays · June 14, 21 & 28
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Zauel Library
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Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays @ 10:00 a.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Tuesday, June 15, 22 & 29 @ 10:00 a.m.
Hoyt Library
Fridays @ 10:30 a.m.
Zauel Library |
Summer Time is Reading Time!
Make time to read over the summer! Designate an hour a day just for books, or set aside a time once a week to go to the library. There's so much going on in the summer, that it's important to schedule time just for reading. Have kids keep a reading journal - even if it's just the book titles. Once the journal gets filled up, children will have a real sense of accomplishment that's very rewarding.
Let kids pick out books they like to make reading fun. Pay attention to what your children like and help them select books - and don't forget about non-fiction - it's not just for homework! There's a lot of rainy day fun in cookbooks and craft and activity books.
Make storytime fun by creating a story-puppet show. Or have your child use puppets and stuffed animals to create a show based on a book for other kids or the rest of the family.
Remember, kids who keep reading all summer long do much better at school in the fall. |
D.E.A.R. @ the Zoo! Drop Everything and Read!
Wednesday, June 16
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Children's Zoo at Celebration Square
Admission to the Zoo includes all D.E.A.R. Literacy Activities:
· Free book for every child
· Animal-themed booth activities and prizes
· Storytelling and amphitheater programs
· Visiting author book sales and signings
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Mother Goose Times
Children, ages 18 - 24 months, and a parent or other loving adults are invited to this four-week series featuring simple songs, nursery rhymes, movement activities, stories and lots of fun. It's a great way to strengthen the bond between you and your baby with an enjoyable half-hour of fun and learning.
Thursdays @ 10:30 a.m.
July 8 - July 29
Zauel Library
Register for all 4 sessions by calling 799-2771.
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Teen "Eclipse" Trivia Contest
June 11 - June 26
To celebrate the theatrical release of "Eclipse," the third installment of the Twilight Series, on June 30th, all library branches will be having a trivia contest for teens. From June 11 through June 26, teens in grades 7-12 can stop by the information desk and complete an Eclipse trivia contest form in the presence of a library staff person. Answer the form correctly and get a chance to win Eclipse themed prizes. |
Making the Most of Government Information on the Web: Genealogical Information from Government Websites
Monday, June 7 @ 6:00 p.m.
Hoyt Library
To register, call 755-9827
Anne Birkam, the Government Information librarian will show attendees the federal government websites that will help them in tracking their ancestors. These websites are free, and are useful to the genealogist looking for information about his or her ancestors. |
Jazz on Jefferson: Hoyt Hospitality Tent
Wednesday, June 9
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Once again, Jazz on Jefferson will feature a host of enjoyable activities, including a car show, streetscape art competition, musical performances, walking and building tours, and lots of free hotdogs.
Be sure to visit the library's hospitality tent and listen to the cool sounds of Matt Corrigan and his jazz quartet. This year, the library will be selling beer and wine to the Jazz on Jefferson crowd. Proceeds will benefit the Saginaw Public Libraries Foundation.
The evening will end with a free concert by Good Company at 8:00 p.m. Good Company is a seven-member vocal group from Midland that began singing together in 1999. Their repertoire covers classical to jazz, with an emphasis on contemporary vocal harmonies.
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MI-SBTDC Entrepreneurial Series Guide to Starting a Business
A Free Business Start-Up Seminar
Thursday, June 24
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Those who are interested in starting their own business or learning more about community resources for small businesses are invited to attend. Registration is encouraged. Telephone the MI-SBTDC Region 5 office at 989-686-9597 or visit www.misbtdc.org/region5 and click on training. |
Wedding Books
It's June, and love is in the air! Check out our great selection of books to help you plan a fabulous wedding.
Proeller Hueston, Marie
Weddings: Ideas & Inspirations for Celebrating in Style
793.2 Wa
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