East Forest Park Branch Library

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Go Green at Your Library!

2010 Summer Reading Club

June 21 - August 7 (August 14 for Adults)

It's time to sign up for Springfield City Library's Summer Reading Club and take advantage of all the library offers, for free. This year's theme, “Go Green at Your Library!” is timely indeed, since Springfield was recently named a “green community.” It's appropriate to borrow instead of buy, saving money and trees! Signing up is simple -- just stop in to any of our library branches and fill out a registration sheet. For more information on our three clubs, click here:

Summer Reading Club for Kids (Read-to-Me and Go Green Reading Club)

Summer Reading Club for Teens

Adult Summer Reading Club (June 21 - August 14)

Summer Reading Club Activities at East Forest Park

FOR KIDS:

Friday, July 23, 1-2:30 pm, recommended ages 4 and up

Drop in craft: “Green” snakes
Make a green snake from recycled materials. Paints and materials provided.
Groups please call ahead.

Friday, July 30, 1-2:30 pm, recommended ages 4 and up

Drop in craft: “Green” bracelets
Make some “green” bracelets from beads or recycled paper.
Groups please call ahead.

FOR TEENS & TWEENS:

Monday, July 26, 2-4 pm

Turn Your Trash Into Treasure, recommended for kids ages 9-12.
PBS is doing a contest to “recycle, reuse, and re-engineer everyday materials into an out-of-the box invention.” Try your hand at some “engineering” challenges and get some ideas for the contest. Must call 263-6836 to pre-register or register online. Open to youth ages 9-14.

Wednesday, August 4, 3-5 pm

“Go Green” Gift Boxes and Cards
Make a gift box or greeting card using pressed flowers, grass, leaves and other materials from nature. Recommended for youth ages 10 and up. Pre-registration recommended: call 263-6836 or sign up online.

Norman's Magic Show

East Forest Park, Monday, August 9, 2 pm

A magic show performed by Norman Ng is an exciting fusion of magic, comedy, and audience participation! To mark the end of Springfield City Library's Summer Reading Club, families will have many chances to watch Norman give "...one of the most unique shows around," according to Western Oregon University. In fact, Norman was just nominated for two awards by Campus Activities Magazine, for 2010's "Best Male Performer" and "Best Novelty Live Act." His show features amazing magic, hilarious comedy and lots of hands-on fun! The Friends of the Springfield Library generously provide funding for these programs. For additional information please contact Jean Canosa Albano at 263-6828, x291.

BRANCH PROGRAMS:

Knit-Alongs!
Every Wednesday, 1 pm

Beginning and advanced knitters and crocheters are invited to share ideas and learn a new skill. Bring a knitting or crochet project you are currently working on. Complete beginner or clueless? Bring a ball of worsted weight yarn and a #4.5 or #5 crochet hook, or a pair of size 8 or 10 knitting needles and we will show you the basics. Projects for donating to area organizations will also be created. The Knit-alongs meet every Wednesday at 1 pm.

Advance registration is not necessary; call the Branch at 263-6836 for more information.

Drop-In Knitting Club
will resume in September

East Forest Park Wednesday Evening Book Discussion Group

Meets: Last Wednesday of the month, 6 - 7 pm

The East Forest Park Book Discussion Group is a book group that meets from 6 - 7 pm on the last Wednesday of the month. We select a new book to discuss every month. Come join the discussion and meet others who also enjoy reading. New members are always welcome.

Next Meeting's Book Selection: July 28: Peony in Love by Lisa See

Upcoming Selections: TBA

Hi!Tech Help for Seniors

Half-hour sessions are available with trained volunteers who will help you get started with the wide world of computers! Please call the branch directly for an appointment. This service is intended for Beginners who need one-on-one help becoming more comfortable with the mouse, keyboard, and Windows desktop environment.

COLLECTIONS include:

• Children's and adult books
• Fiction and non-fiction materials
• Feature films, children's videos, and documentaries
• CD-ROMS and cassette/book kits
• CDS and cassettes

SERVICES include:

• Reference: assists patrons in finding answers and/or materials
• Reader's Advisory: helps patrons of all ages find the right book
• PACS to access local and regional library catalogs
• Interlibrary and intralibrary loan service
• Access to databases with general, health and business information for adults and children
• Computer access: sign up at reference desk
• Word processing: 30 minute slots
• Internet: 30 minute slots
• Photocopy machine for public use

FOR CHILDREN:

• Children's programming
• Storytimes for young children
• School Vacation Week activities
• Summer reading program
• Library Visits: If you are interested in scheduling a school or preschool visit to the library, please call us at 263-6836

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