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DIRECTOR'S VIEW
A third of the way through the summer already, but it
seems like it just started! As you travel around to different towns and states this summer, don't forget to take advantage of the local library in the town you are visiting. Isn't it nice to know that wherever you stop, there is a library nearby that you can go to for wireless service, to browse the local paper, relax with the newest magazines in a comfy chair, or find out more information about where you just landed? With over 650 library sites statewide, library service in Michigan is everywhere you are. Happy travels this month!
Trish Burns, Director, Public Libraries of Saginaw |
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Sign up ends on Saturday, July 14.
You still have time to register at any one of our libraries or online.
ONLINE REGISTRATION:
To sign-up online, go to: www.saginawlibrary.org
or you may click to the direct link below:
Click "Child" to register or login if you are a child entering 6th grade or under in the fall.
Click "Teen" to register or login if you are a teen entering grades 7-12 in the fall.
Click "Adult" to register or login if you are an adult 18 years of age or older.
Last day to report and receive prizes is July 21, 2012.
Thanks to our Sponsors!
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Drummunity: Rhythm & Drums | |
Drummunity is hands-on, high-energy fun: a community rhythm and drum circle emphasizing improvisation, cooperation, creativity and diversity. You'll be thrilled when you hear your community playing and laughing together in their own in-the-moment drum orchestra!
 
Monday, July 16 - 2:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Monday, July 16 - 7:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Tuesday, July 17 - 11:00 a.m.
Claytor Library
Tuesday, July 17 - 4:00 p.m.
Wickes Library
Thursday, July 19 - 3:00 p.m.
Zauel Library |
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Film Based on Award-Winning Book, HUGO |
 Monday, July 2
2:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Hugo is an orphan boy living in the walls of a train station in 1930s Paris. He learned to fix clocks and other gadgets from his father and uncle which he puts to use keeping the train station clocks running. The only thing that he has left that connects him to his dead father is an automaton (mechanical man) that doesn't work without a special key which Hugo needs to find to unlock the secret he believes it contains. Hugo finds that they have a surprising connection to his father and the automaton, and he discovers it unlocks some memories the old man has buried inside regarding his past. This film is based on an award-winning book. |
Film Inspired by a True Story of a Race Horse |
 Tuesday, July 3
3:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Wickes Library
Ben Crane believes that a severely injured racehorse deserves another chance. He and his daughter Cale adopt the horse and save it from being sacrificed by the owner. Despite its broken leg, the horse could possibly have another chance to return to the racecourse, with the help of Cale, Ben, and his father, Pop. |
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Animal Dreams with Classroom Critters | |
 Monday, July 9
2:30 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Crepuscular critters, cathemeral creatures and other animals are presented for viewing and touching in this child-friendly program. Don't know what these creatures are? Better get over to the library and check them out!! Children and adults will enjoy and learn from this fun-filled interactive program. |
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Karen Czarnik: Tune Me, Tell Me, & Tuck Me In with Story Stick Craft for Families | |
 Monday, July 9
7:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library
Join Storyteller & Musician Karen Czarnik for an interactive craft, song & storytelling program for families. |
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Joel Tacey's Children's Magic Workshop | |
 Tuesday, July 10
1:30 p.m.
Claytor Library
Laugh & learn while Joel teaches a fun and challenging skill! Perfect for children first grade and older, laugh along & learn with Joel Tacey! |
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Karen Czarnik: Tune Me, Tell Me,
Tuck & Me In with Story |
Tuesday, July 10
4:00 p.m.
Wickes Library
Join Storyteller & Musician Karen Czarnik for a song & storytelling program for families. |
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"They Only Come Out at Night"
Stories with Yvonne Healy |
 Thursday, July 12
3:00 p.m.
Zauel Library
Come out for tantalizing tales and tunes about night critters, stars and the moon! |
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Just for Teens
Teelightful Tees with Karen Czarnik |
 Saturday, July 14
3:00 p.m.
Hoyt Library
Bring 2-3 old t-shirts to the library and transform them into something new. A cape, mask, belt, and bracelet are just a few of the creations teens will design. Any color, shape, condition or size of your t-shirt will do. |
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Community Literature Series |
Discussion of "Salvage the Bones" by Jesmyn Ward.
Thursday, July 19
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library |
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Big Blow Out Party |
Thursday, July 19
4:00 p.m.
Wickes Library
Celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program at Wickes Library! Collect your rewards for completing the program and join in the food, crafts, games, and prizes. Children under 7 will need a helper. |
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Bingo & Ice Cream Social |
 Saturday, July 21
2:00 p.m.
Zauel Library
Play bingo and have ice cream sandwiches at the end of the program. Children under 7 years will need a helper. |
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Egg Roll Demonstration with Ming the Magnificent for teens and adults |
 Tuesday, July 24
12:00 noon
Hoyt Library
Learn the basic techniques of Chinese cooking and etiquette. Participants will roll their own egg roll. |
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Beads of the World: Getting Connected
through Friendship Bracelets |
 Tuesday, July 24
1:30 p.m.
Claytor Library
Dream Big... Read! Summer Reading program will be hosting Beads of the World craft. The program will feature beads from Africa, China, Mexico and the U.S. Children will get to make different friendship bracelets from the country of their choice and learn a little about the culture as we share stories and craft together! Ages 5-13 are welcome to attend the program. |
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Lego Club |
 This event is for children ages 7-12, registration is required (registration begins Tuesday, July 2) and adult participation is encouraged.
Saturday, July 28
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Butman-Fish Library |
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Preschool Storytimes |
 Drop-in Storytime includes books brought to life by Ms. Maureen, music and movement for Preschoolers!
Fridays @ 10:30 a.m.
July 6 & 13
Butman-Fish Library |
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Library Events Calendar | |
Planning a "staycation" this year? Kids out of school and already bored? Expecting weekend visitors? The Public Libraries of Saginaw has the answer. From movies to festivals, library programs to musical events, the events calendar contains hundreds of low or no cost ideas for fun things to do right here in Saginaw County. We feature events for all ages sponsored by local area museums, music groups, arts associations, theaters, the Zoo and much more. Visit www.gosaginaw.com today and enjoy a low-cost summer of fun! |
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Staff will be Reaching out at these Events: | |
Annual Neighborhood "Pig Festival"
Saturday, July 14 @ 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Ames United Methodist Church
Summer Festival
Sunday, July 15 @ 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
St. Joseph Catholic Church |
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