June 2013 Programs at the Fairfax Community LibraryJune arrives in a few days, and with it (hopefully) warmer weather and an array of programs here at the library! This month we have a repurposed book project for adults on June 8th. For teens, we are offering a free Red Cross Babysitting Training on June 22nd. For kids, our summer reading program kicks off this month! On June 27th, we have a master puppeteer coming to do a puppet story time and puppet-making craft. As well, we are teaming up again with LCATV for three Young Producers Workshops for kids; our first one is on June 24th. For everyone, our own Town Librarian is offering a very useful bug spray class on the 25th.
News from the Town Librarian: Summer approaches! The library is gearing up for a busy summer with concerts and programs for all ages. Stay tuned for our complete summer calendar coming soon. We will also soon be posting a list of all the discount-entry passes we have on our website – www.fairfaxvtlibrary.org. Library summer hours start on June 17th.
Many Fairfax students and families start reading the DCF (Dorothy Canfield Fisher) and GMBA (Green Mountain Book Award) books in the summer, both to get a jump on reading the 5 needed to vote in next year’s award contest, and to simply enjoy a good read. The titles on these two Vermont based book awards are carefully chosen by committees of public and school librarians to be the best of the best and to offer a range of reading interests. We have copies of all the titles, many in multiple formats (print, audio, downloadable audio, eBook) and they will be available for check out and reserves starting June 15th. Your librarians are busy reading as many of them as we can so we can talk to you knowledgably about each one! The library will be hosting a DCF book club this summer for kids entering 5 – 8th grade. We’ll read 3 of the DCF books followed by group discussion. We’ll have a pizza party for the final meeting!
Here are links to this year’s lists:
http://libraries.vermont.gov/libraries/gmbahttp://libraries.vermont.gov/libraries/cbec/dcfFor our young patrons, we have all the titles in the Red Clover List as well. These are read aloud in the library and in classrooms during the school year and are voted on in the spring. For the list go to:
http://libraries.vermont.gov/libraries/cbec/redclover -Debbie Landauer
Calendar for June 2013:
Thursday, June 6, 6:30-7:30 pm: PJ Story Time with Success by SixToddlers bundle up in their favorite pajamas for a PJ story time and craft activity at the library. Ages 0-6. Free.
Thursday, June 6, 2:45-4:30 pm: Digital Photography*This program is filled*
This is an afterschool class through UVM Extension. This is the final class of the digital photography workshop for kids in grades 4-8.
Saturday, June 8, 9:30 am-12 pm: DIY Repurposed BooksGive new life to old books in this creative crafting session with local crafter Nicole Vance. All supplies are provided, though you are welcome to bring along some old books that you would like to use! Limit of 8 adults (ages 16+); preregister soon with the library. Cost is $5.
Saturday, June 15: First day to drop off Summer Reading Program Registration Forms! Monday, June 17: Library Summer Hours Start! [MWF 10 - 5:30; T & TH 9 - 8; SAT 9 - 1]
Wednesday, June 19, 4-5 pm: READ to a DogKids can read a book of their choice to a fuzzy, friendly dog. To sign-up for a time slot, call (849-2420) or stop by the library.
Thursday, June 20: First day to pick up DCF Book Club discussion books! First meeting is on July 11th from 4 to 5 pm. Saturday, June 22, 9 am-4 pm: Red Cross Babysitting TrainingBecome a certified Red Cross babysitter! Learn the basics of babysitting with the Red Cross. For ages 11-15. You must bring a bag lunch. Preregister with the library; limit of 12 participants. Free.
Monday, June 24, 2-4 pm: Young Producers WorkshopA hands-on introduction into the world of television! Children ages 8 and 9 will have fun learning about the equipment used to make television programming, and will complete a short library themed project. The project produced in this workshop will be provided to the children and the library on DVD, as well as run on LCATV and stream from the LCATV website.
Please Note: There will be 3 separate workshops throughout the summer and each one will feature a different activity. Kids can sign up for one or all three workshops.
Length of time: 2 hours
Number of children: Min. 4, Max. 10
Age range: 8 and 9 years old
Sign-up: Required
Permission slip: Required
Tuesday, June 25, 5:30-6:15 pm: Herbal Bug Spray with DebbieCreate all-natural bug spray with Debbie Laudauer, our Town Librarian. It’s fun, quick, and effective—just in time for summer. Free, all are welcome! Preregistration appreciated.
Wednesday, June 26, 4-5 pm: READ to a DogKids can read a book of their choice to a fuzzy, friendly dog. To sign-up for a time slot, call (849-2420) or stop by the library.
Thursday, June 27, 6-7:30 pm: Opening Summer Reading Program: Dig into Reading Puppet Performance and Puppet-making Craft
An audience of all ages is welcomed to attend a puppet performance of The Carrot Seed, The Giant Turnip, Anansi and the Talking Melon, and Over in the Meadow with Hands-ON Puppets. Follow the stories, kids can make their own puppets! Free.
EVERY TUESDAY: Fairfax Community Library Story HourJoin us for stories, crafts, and activities from 9:30-10:30 am! For ages 0-6.
June 4: Gardens, Flowers, and Music with Christy
June 11: Teddy Bear Picnic
Summer Story Hours:
June 25: I Dig Big Machines
The Fairfax Community Library and Fairfax Parks and Recreation are excited to announce that we offering two summer camps for kids this summer! To learn more about our week-long nature and art camps, visit our website here:
www.fairfaxvtlibrary.org/happenings.html.
Fairfax Community Library: 75 Hunt St., Fairfax, Vermont, 05454
Website:
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Phone: 849-2420 Program Planner: Karyn Norwood at knorwood@fwsu.org
