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Wow, will I be happy when the construction around town is done! It seems like you just can't get there from here, no matter where you are headed. We were discussing it in the office the other day and instead of complaining about it, the conversation veered off to the fact that we all need a little construction in our lives to shake things up. It might be annoying and last a little longer than we like and cause us to choose alternate routes, but changes in routine are usually beneficial. And when the end result presents itself, it will be smoother than before. As you head off for your road trips this July, happy travelling, and take the opportunity that a detour provides to enjoy some new scenery.
Trish Burns, Director
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 Rick Kelley's Reading is FUN Beach Party Monday, July 19
Hoyt Library ~ 2:30 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library ~ 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 20
Claytor Library ~ 1:00 p.m.
Wickes Library ~ 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 22
Zauel Library ~ 3:00 p.m.
Rick Kelley is an extremely interactive, award-winning, singer/songwriter/keyboardist, family and children's entertainer who has performed at more than 3,000 events nationwide. Audiences of all ages are blown away by Rick's original songs that encourage everyone to get involved, through high-energy sing-alongs, dancing, beach balls and even hula hoop and limbo contests. Participation is guaranteed! The whole family will enjoy this program. |
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Splish! Splash! Stories!
with Yvonne Healy
Thursday, July 1 ~ 3:00 p.m.
Zauel Library
Enjoy waves of laughter, smooth sailing and hi-jinks on the high seas in Splish! Splash! Stories! Kids participate onstage or in their seats under the navigation of one of the Midwest's favorite storytellers.
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Make a Splash Bingo
Tuesday, July 6 ~ 1:00 p.m.
Claytor Library
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Surf's Up Movie
Tuesday, July 6 ~ 3:30 p.m.
Wickes Library
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Acting Up Theatre Company
Fish Tank Follies
Thursday, July 8 ~ 3:00 p.m.
Zauel Library
All of the sea creatures in the Smith family fish tank have a talent and are ready to make their debut... except of course for Hermie the Hermit Crab. Hermie is convinced he has absolutely no talent! With the help of his friends and books from the aqua-bary, Hermie makes the biggest wave in the tank. |
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Bubbles with Ann Arbor's
Hand's On Museum
Monday, July 12
1:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum takes the mystery out of science by presenting fun, inquiry-based programs directly to the students at your library. Our programs provide exciting learning opportunities that engage students in using their minds to explore their world. "Bubbles All Around You" takes a look at surface tension in this interactive, bubble adventure. Students will learn how to make and measure different bubbles. |
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Joel's SURFari Juggling Show
Monday, July 12 ~ 2:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Grab your friends and your sense of adventure! Featuring dazzling juggling and a creative whirlwind of new tricks and audience favorites, Joel's interactive new show will have kids & parents crazy about reading and laughing out loud! |
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Balloon Meister
Tuesday, July 13
Claytor Library ~ 1:00 p.m.
Wickes Library ~ 4:00 p.m.
The Balloon Meister is sure to make a big splash making balloon creatures in and around the sea. He will put a humorous twist to storytelling while your families will be astounded by lobsters, whales, dolphins, turtles, fish, sea-horses, mermaids, penguins and even BEACH BALLS -- all made out of balloons! |
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Bubbleman's Bubbleology
Thursday, July 15 ~ 3:00 p.m.
Zauel Library
Ron creates cube bubbles, double merry go-round bubbles, smoke filled bubbles, and bubbles inside of bubbles. The Bubbleman demonstrates bubble making with the assistance of the audience and shares his bubble creation secrets. |
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Monday Morning Movies
Mondays @ 11:00 a.m.
Zauel Library
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Mother Goose Times
July 8, 15, 22 & 29
Thursdays ~ 10:30 a.m.
Zauel Library
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. Registration required, call 799-2771. |
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LEGO CLUB for 7-12 Year Olds
Saturday, July 31 ~ 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Register by calling 799-9160.
LEGOS Needed.
As Butman-Fish's monthly Lego club grows in popularity, library staff members are appealing for LEGO donations. They are looking for the regular sized LEGOS, not the DUPLO bricks. Gently used LEGOS would be gratefully accepted. With rummage sale season upon us, perhaps you could generously add this to your shopping list. |
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Preschool Storytimes
Tuesdays @ 10:00 a.m.
July 6 - July 20
Hoyt Library
Tuesdays @ 10:00 a.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Fridays @ 10:30 a.m.
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Important Dates to Remember
July 17: Last Day to Sign Up for the Summer Reading Program
July 24: Summer Reading Program Ends & Last Day to Receive Prizes |
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Do you have a Facebook account?
Want to hear about all the library programs right away? If you answered yes to these questions then we have the solution! Become a fan of the library on Facebook. We regularly post events, recommended reads and other pertinent library information. You can comment on items as well. We would love to hear from you. Within the last few weeks our Facebook page has grown to over 300 fans! While we are very excited about this we have one goal in mind. We would like to reach 1,000 by December 31, 2010. You can help by becoming a fan and recommending us to your friends. To become a fan go to www.facebook.com/Saginaw.Libraries and then click the Like button. It's that easy. Thanks and we'll see you on Facebook!
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Hiral Henna: Body Art for Teens
Wednesday, July 7 ~ 2:00 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Teens are invited to enjoy an afternoon program about henna art when Hiral Shah from Ann Arbor discusses the history, traditions and current practices of henna body art. A small design will be done on each participant, and everyone will be given a henna cone to take home and practice with. Registration is required, and is limited to 15 people. Please call 755-9832 to register. |
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What's Smaller than a Deck of Cards and Can Hold an Entire Book? A Playaway!
A Playaway is the simplest way to listen to an audio book on the go. Each Playaway comes with the digital content already pre-loaded on it. Some Playaway features:
� Each Playaway holds an entire audiobook, regardless of length
� Easily navigate back and forth through chapters
� Automatic bookmarking remembers where you stopped listening
� Universal headphone jack
If you want to try this new technology...check out our small, but growing, collection. Hoyt Library adult Playaways can be checked out, and a small collection of children's Playaways can be used in the library. Butman-Fish Library's collection of Playaways include classics and children's titles and all can be checked out. Users are expected to provide their own AAA battery and ear buds. |
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Summer Reads
Summer is a great time to relax with a novel, travel or plan great gatherings with family and friends. |
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