In This Issue
Summer Reading @ Your Library
Author Visit - David Lubar
A Soldier in General Washington's Army
Crafting @ Your Library
Science @ Your Library
Storyteller Victoria O'Neill
Book Club for Kids
Family Movie Night
For Teens
Computer Tutorials
Book Discussion
Young Writers Workshop
Eyes of the Wild Animal Show
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Knit & Crochet Club
Read to the Dogs
Storytime Classes
English Language Civics Classes
Socrates Cafe
Holiday Schedule
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June 8, 2014
 
Fiction
1. Mr. Mercedes (King)
2. Unlucky 13 (Patterson & Paetro)
3. Ghost ship (Cussler & Brown)
4. The one & only (Giffen)
5. The hurricane sisters (Frank)
6. Skin game (Butcher)
7. A shiver of light (Hamilton)
8. The goldfinch (Tartt)
9. The target (Baldacci)
10. Midnight in Europe (Furst)
11. Save the date (Andrews)
12. Field of prey (Sandford)
13. China dolls (See)
14. The smoke at dawn (Shaara)
15. Natchez burning (Iles)

1. One nation (Carson)
2. Capital in the twenty-first century (Piketty)
3. The closer (Rivera)
4. Instinct (Jakes)
5. Good call (Robertson)
6. Think like a freak (Levitt & Dubner)
7. Finding me (Knight)
8. Special heart (Baier)
9. Everything I need to know I learned from a Little Golden Book (Muldrow)
10. Grain brain (Perlmutter)
11. America (D'Souza)
12. Killing Jesus (O'Reilly & Dugard)
13. Flash boys (Lewis)
14. The total money makeover (Ramsey)
15. Can't we talk about something more positive (Chast)

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Building Community - Transforming Lives 
ISSUE: # 70
 JULY 2014
FROM THE DIRECTOR, CARRIE TURNER 
Looking for free activities for your kids this summer?  Our branches have planned an impressive schedule of programming with an emphasis on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math).  And many other  events for young readers and writers too. 

Author David Lubar will be dropping by the Elkins Park branch in August to talk about his books including Dunk and Sleeping Freshmen Never Lie. 

Don't forget, we have print and digital copies of the titles on the Cheltenham School District summer reading lists.

The Glenside library garden is already producing summer squash and green peppers.  Stop by with your children to see how our garden grows.  This year we have mint, kale, raspberries, tomatoes, basil and many other edibles.  Learn how to serve fresh vegetables creatively with some of the beautiful new cookbooks in our collection:  Vedge (from the Philly restaurant), The French Market Cookbook and Afro-Vegan.

Do you need help with a technology-related issue?  Unsure how to download from our digital collections?  Every month our Technology Coordinator, Jeremy, offers one-on-one tutorials by appointment at each of our branches.  While we can't repair your device, we can help you with common questions and problems.  To book a one hour session, call 215-885-0457 or email Jeremy.

Finally, whether you are headed to the mountains, the shore or the backyard this summer, don't forget to pack your library card.  It can be used at most Pennsylvania libraries and to download ebooks and eaudiobooks from anywhere.

See you at the library (and on Facebook)!

 

Carrie Turner

Director

   

What I am currently reading:  Blood of the Lamb by Sam Cabot.





 

 

 

 

What I am currently listening to:  The Heist, written by Janet Evanovich and Lee Goldberg,  read by Scott Brick.    

 

 

 

 

 

 Find your next great read tip:

Explore NoveList on our homepage.  It has articles on various genres, read-alikes, award winners and more for all ages.  A new feature includes audiobook suggestions and reviews.

 

Check out the July 2014 Library Reads list for books librarians around the country love. 

 

 

SUMMER READING @ YOUR LIBRARY
We have a Summer Reading Club for everyone:
Read-to-Me - babies to age 5
I Can Read - 6 to 8
Tweens - 9 to 11
Teens - 12 to 17
Adults - 18+

Sign-up to win great prizes including the grand prize of a Kindle Paperwhite for the Tween, Teen and Adult Clubs.  Science is the theme.  Details are available at your local branch.
AUTHOR DAVID LUBAR @ THE LIBRARY
Elkins Park branch
Book Discussion
Wednesday, July 30 @ 1 pm
Ages 11+
Author Jon McGoran leads an informal discussion of David Lubar's teen hits.
Author Visit
Thursday, August 7 @ 1 pm
Ages 11+
Meet David Lubar, the author of Dunk, Sleeping Freshmen Never Lie and Hidden Talents.

A SOLDIER IN GENERAL WASHINGTON'S ARMY
Glenside branch
Thursday, July 17 @ 7 pm
Adults
Historian Ken Gavin portrays a Revolutionary War soldier from the 1st New Jersey Regiment of the Continental Line.

CRAFTING @ YOUR LIBRARY
Pre-registration is required for all programs.  Participation may be limited by age, class size or space limitations as determined by library staff or instructor.


East Cheltenham branch
Dough Play Day
Thursday, July 10 @ 2 pm
Ages 3+
Create scented play dough and use tools to create designs and shapes.

Busy Builders:  Robots
Thursday, July 24 @ 2 pm
Ages 6 months to 10 years
Construct a robot sculpture using blocks.
 
Elkins Park branch
Prehistoric Terrariums
Thursday, July 3 @ 3:30 pm
Ages 7+
Bring your own clear container and we will provide the plants, rocks, soil and prehistoric figures.

Tissue Tutus
Thursday, July 10 @ 10:30 am
Ages 3+
Ballet stories, snacks, a make-your-own tutu craft and dancing.

Specimen Boxes
Thursday, July 31 @ 3:30 pm
Ages 5+
Repurpose cigar boxes.

Glenside branch
Monday Crafternoons @ 3:30 pm
July 7 - Friendship Bracelets, Ages 7+
July 14 - Fizzy Bath Bombs, All Youth Crafters
July 21 - Dream Catchers, All Youth Crafters
July 28 - Duct Tape Crafts, Ages 7+

Wonder Wednesdays @ 3:30 pm
July 2 - Cardboard Castles, Ages 5+
July 9 - Take Apart Table, Ages 8+
July 16- Found Object Sculptures, Ages 5+
July 23 - Spaghetti Marshmallow Sculpture, Ages 5+
July 30 - Paper Skyscraper, Ages 5+

Rainbow Loom Club
Thursdays @ 3:30 pm NEW DAY
Ages 5+
Work on your Rainbow Loom project in a group setting and swap tips and techniques.  Some supplies provided.  Bring your own loom and bands.
SCIENCE @ YOUR LIBRARY
Pre-registration is required for all programs.  Participation may be limited by age, class size or space limitations as determined by library staff or instructor.

East Cheltenham branch
Hands on Science:  Living & Working in Space
Wednesday, July 16 @ 7 pm
All ages
Professor Bob presents hands-on experiments and a sampling of space food.

The Magic of Science With Magician Eddy Ray
Wednesday, July 23 @ 7 pm
All ages
Optical illusions and magic tricks.
 
Elkins Park branch
Paper Airplanes
Tuesday, July 29 @3:30 pm
Ages 5 to 10
Experiment with different designs and materials to see what will fly the farthest, the fastest, the straightest.

Glenside branch
Sciencetellers
Thursday, July 10 @ 6:30 pm
Ages 3+
Science is used to tell stories in this high-energy show.

La Mott branch
The Name Game:  The Science of Classification
Tuesday, July 1 @ 2 pm
Ages 6 to 17
The American Swedish Museum explores the world of animal and plant classifications through hands-on activities and the work of Swedish naturalists.

Mad Science Mad Mixtures
Thursday, July 10 @ 11 am
Ages 3 to 5
Explore the world of chemistry.

STORYTELLER VICTORIA O'NEILL
La Mott branch
Thursday, July 31 @ 11 am
All ages
ArtzyPantz production of The Capture and Return of Bald Beatrice, the Baby Mermaid.  Theatrical storytelling with handmade props.
FIZZ BOOM READ BOOK CLUB FOR KIDS
boy-reading-magic.jpg Elkins Park branch
Tuesdays, July 8 & 22, August 5 & 19 @ 2 pm
Ages 8 to 11

Read four great books and meet every other week for discussion and activities inspired by the books.  Our reading list includes:
Regarding the Fountain by Kate Klise,
Matilda Bone by Karen Cushman,
Calvin Coconut:  Hero of Hawaii by Graham Salisbury, and Saint Louis Armstrong Beach by Brenda Woods.


FAMILY MOVIE SCREENING
movie-tickets3.jpg East Cheltenham branch
Wednesday, July 2 @ 7 pm
All Ages
Recent PG animated film and light refreshments.  Email us for the title.




FOR TEENS
weathered-movie-reel2.jpg East Cheltenham branch
Movie Screening
Tuesday, July 22 @ 2 pm
Ages 12+
Recently released PG-13 sci-fi film and light refreshments.  Email us for the title.



Elkins Park branch
Henna Tattoos
Monday, July 28 @ 7 pm
Ages 13 to 18
Temporary henna tattoos by Philly FACE Painting.

COMPUTER TUTORIALS           

silver-keyboard.jpg Glenside - Tuesday, July 8  @ 1 to 4 pm
La Mott - Wednesday, July 9  @ noon to 3 pm
East Cheltenham - Thursday, July 10  @ noon to 3 pm
Elkins Park - Friday, July 11  @ noon to 3 pm

To book your 1 hour one-on-one session, contact Jeremy (215-885-0457) or call your local branch.

BOOK DISCUSSION
Glenside branch
Tuesday, July 22  @ 7 pm
Join us for coffee and a discussion of Book of Ages:  The Life and Opinions of Jane Franklin by Jill Lepore.  New members welcome.


YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP
wire-bound-pad.jpg Glenside branch
Monday - Wednesday, July 21-23 @ 10 am to 1 pm
Ages 9 to 11
Natalie Lyalin guides students through poetry & short fiction activities. 
Limited to 10 participants.  Pre-registration required.
EYES OF THE WILD ANIMAL SHOW (2 SHOWS)
sleepy-kangaroo.jpg East Cheltenham branch
Wednesday, July 9 @ 7 pm
All ages.
Elkins Park branch
Monday, July 21 @ 7 pm
Ages 4+
Presented by Wallaby Tales.  Meet a coatimundi, wallaby, African crested porcupine and more.
STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER
Elkins Park branch
Thursday, July 24 @ 10:30 am
Pick-up animals all day July 25.
Ages 3+
Read your stuffed animal a story, tuck it in and say goodnight.
KNIT & CROCHET CLUB
wooly-bell-sheep.jpg Elkins Park branch
Wednesday, July 16 @ 7 pm

Glenside branch
Tuesday, July 1 @ 7 pm

All skill levels welcome.

READ TO THE DOGS

Elkins Park branch

Wednesdays, July 9 & 23 @ 4 pm 

Register in advance for a 20 minute session.  For readers up to age 10. 

 

Glenside branch

Tail Waggin' Tutors

Tuesdays, July 8 & 22  @ 10:30 am

Practice reading with therapy dog Maji.  For beginning and reluctant readers. 

   

JULY STORYTIME CLASSES
 
Toddler and preschool storytime classes teach creative expression, social skills, listening comprehension, and the foundation of reading and math through stories, songs and finger plays.  Some of our classes also include sign language and crafts to reinforce these concepts.
East Cheltenham 
Toddler Class
Mondays @ 10:30 am
Ages Babies to 3
Stories, rhymes, music and movement with an emphasis on science topics.

Preschool Class
Tuesdays @ 10:30 am
Ages 3 to 5
Stories, rhymes, music and movement with a craft.

Babies Bop
Saturday, July 19th @ 10:30 am
Ages Babies to 2
Registration requested.
Music, songs, finger plays and interactive books. 
 
Elkins Park  
Teensy Tales Storytime Class 
Tuesdays @ 10:30 am            
Stories, music, and fun for the under 3 set.
  
Once Upon a Storytime Class
Wednesdays 10:30 am           
Stories and crafts for ages 3 to 5  

Glenside
Toddler Storytime  Class 
Mondays @ 10:30 am
For children ages 1 to 2
Also open to infants and their caregivers.

Preschool Storytime Class 
Thursdays @ 10:30 am NEW DAY
Stories, music and a craft for ages 3 to 5.    
ENGLISH LANGUAGE & CIVICS CLASSES

Glenside branch
Thursdays @ 6:00 pm     

Saturdays @ 10 am

For English language learners who plan to seek US citizenship.  Classes include discussion, conversation, writing, current events, reading and more. 

 

SOCRATES CAFE
Glenside branch
Thursday, July 3 @ 2 pm
Tuesday, July 15 @ 7 pm
Join your neighbors in a discussion of provocative issues.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
american-flag-banner.jpg All branches will be closed on Friday, July 4 for Independence Day.  Have a safe and happy holiday.  There will be parades in Glenside and in Cheltenham Village.
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