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Hazleton - Main Library - Grades 1 through 8


June 21 Registration begins for the Summer Reading Club.

"Ocean Showcase"
Something fishy will be happening at the library! Start thinking about the "Ocean Showcase". Ask the Children's Department Staff for more information.

June 24 2:00 PM "Flow Circus"
Juggling, magic, and more. Program will be held at Heights Terrace School in Hazleton. Program length: 45 minutes.
Reg. 6/21

June 25 2:00 PM "Shark Tale"
Can Lenny the Shark help a small fish named Oscar get out of a big mess? Find out...Rated PG. Program length: 90 minutes.GRADES 5 - 8 ONLY.
Reg. 6/21

June 30 6:00 PM "Tye-Dye Party"
Get ready for the beach or pool with your own tye-dye creation. Bring a white cotton t-shirt or tank top.GRADES 5 - 8 ONLY.
Reg. 6/28

July 1 10:00 AM "Make a Splash at Nescopeck State Park"
Learn about aquatic life with this hands-on (and feet-in) opportunity. Please wear shoes that can get wet and bring a change of footwear. Class size is limited.
Reg. 6/28

July 1 2:00 PM "Percy Jackson Party"
Percy Jackson is the son of Poseidon, mythological Greek God of the sea. Join us for an hour of trivia, crafts, and activities based on this young hero of novel and film.GRADES 5 - 8 ONLY.
Reg. 6/28

July 2 A drop-in any time craft day. Make a patriotic craft when you visit the library. No registration necessary.

Fourth of July Break - no programs - check library hours.

July 8 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM "Water Color Painting"
Make a splash with paint as we try our hand at watercolors.
Reg. 7/6

July 15 10:00 AM "Make Waves at the Water Treatment Plant"
Where does water come from for the city of Hazleton? Find out on this tour. Meet at the Water Authority on the Heights Beltway (Route 424). Program length: 45 minutes. GRADES 5 - 8 ONLY.
Reg. 7/12

July 15 2:00 PM "Make a Splash with Ocean Crafts"
Make several ocean treasures to keep. GRADES 1 - 4 ONLY.
Reg 7/12

July 16 2:00 PM "The Little Mermaid"
A mermaid princess makes a deal to meet a prince on land. Program length: 90 minutes.
Reg 7/12

July 21 6:00 PM "XBox and Wii Game Night"
Join us for Wii Sports, Mario Cart, and Rockband. GRADES 5 - 8 ONLY.
Reg. 7/19

July 22 10:00 AM "Mud Monsters"
Make a monster from the swamp. Wear something old - this could be messy!
Reg. 7/19

July 22 2:00 PM "Battleship Tournament"
Do you have what it takes to be the champ? GRADES 5 - 8 ONLY.
Reg. 7/19

July 26 Registration begins for "Make a Splash Talent Show"
See description below. Registration ends 8/6.
Reg. 7/19

July 29 10:00 AM "Splish Splash with Rubber Ducks"
Design your own rubber duck. GRADES 5 - 8 ONLY.
Reg. 7/26

July 29 2:00 PM "Something Fishy @ the Library"
Make a collage fish and more.
Reg. 7/26

July 30 2:00 PM "Finding Nemo"
Can Nemo find his way home? Will he be rescued by Marlin and Dory? Find out what will happen. Rated G. Program length: 100 minutes.
Reg. 7/26

August 4 5:30 PM "Message in a Bottle"
A woman discovers a tragic love letter in a bottle that washes up on a beach. Can she find the author? Based on the book by Nicholas Sparks. Rated PG-13. Program length: 131 minutes. GRADES 5 - 8 ONLY. PARENTS WELCOME ALSO.
Reg. 8/2

August 5 10:00 AM "Sand Castle Construction"
Build a sand castle without going to the beach. GRADES 5 - 8 ONLY.
Reg. 8/2

August 5 2:00 PM "Oceans of Fun"
Weave a colorful fish and make your own aquarium. GRADES 1 - 4 ONLY.
Reg. 8/2.

August 10 2:00 PM "Make a Splash Talent Show"
You may enter in any category - vocal, instrumental, theatre/drama, or dance. Each performance should be 3 - 5 minutes in length. See flyer in library for more details. Registration deadline 8/6.

August 12 10:00 AM "Pirate Party"
Shiver me timbers, it's pirate activity day at the library. GRADES 1 - 4 ONLY.
Reg. 8/9.

August 12 2:00 PM "Ocean Showcase"
At home, club members can use their creativity to design an underwater or beach scene. Any material may be used except water and live fish. Please make your showcase no larger than 12"x12"x12". Certificates will be awarded. Families welcome.
Reg. 8/9.

August 13 Last Day to Complete Reading Log Requirements and Reach Finisher Status.

August 19 10:00 AM - 12:00 NOON and 1-3:00 PM Finisher's Party
An Open House Celebration for all gameboard finishers. Stop in, play games, make your own ice cream sundae, and receive your certificate. No registration necessary.



FREELAND BRANCH SUMMER READING CLUB - CHILDREN AGES 1 AND UP


June 21 Registration begins for the Summer Reading Club.


June 21 6:30 PM Ages 4,5,6. Wonders of Water.


June 22 9:30 AM Crochet lessons for Grades 5 and up and Teens.


June 22 10:00 AM Grades 1-5. Whale Craft.


June 22 1:30 PM Grades 6-8. Whale Craft followed by movie Free Willie.


June 23 1:30 PM Circle Time for Ages 1,2,3. Splish, Splash. WEAR A BATHING SUIT.


June 24 1:30 PM Tweens and Teens (Grades 7 and up through High School). Asian Cultures and Crafts.


June 24 2:00 PM All Ages. Flow Circus at Heights Terrace School in Hazleton. Registration required.


June 28 6:30 PM Ages 4,5,6. An Ocean of Fun.


June 29 9:30 AM Crochet lessons for Grades 5 and up and Teens.


June 29 10:00 AM Grades 1-5. Pirate Day and Treasure Hunt.


June 29 1:30 PM Grades 6-8. Pirate Day and Treasure Hunt.


June 30 1:30 PM Circle Time for Ages 1,2,3. Fish theme and craft.


Fourth of July Break - no programs - check library hours.


July 12 6:30 AM Ages 4,5,6. Pirate Party.


July 13 9:30 AM Crochet lessons for Grades 5 and up and Teens.


July 13 10:00 AM Grades 1-5. Beach Theme.


July 13 1:30 PM Grades 6-8. Beach Theme.


July 14 1:30 PM Circle Time for Ages 1,2,3. Pirate Day.


July 15 1:30 PM Tweens and Teens (Grades 7 and up through High School). Asian Cultures and Crafts.


July 19 6:30 PM Ages 4,5,6. Life's a Beach.


July 20 9:30 AM Crochet lessons for Grades 5 and up and Teens.


July 20 10:00 AM Grades 1-5 GIRLS ONLY. Mermaid Tea.


July 20 1:30 PM Grades 6-8 GIRLS ONLY. Mermaid Tea.


July 21 1:30 PM Circle Time for Ages 1,2,3. Wet Pets.


July 22 1:30 PM Tweens and Teens (Grades 7 and up through High School). Asian Cultures and Crafts.


July 26 6:30 PM Ages 4,5,6. Squish, Squash.


July 27 9:30 AM Crochet lessons for Grades 5 and up and Teens.


July 27 10:00 AM Grades 1-5 BOYS ONLY. Boats, Boats, Boats.


July 27 1:30 PM Grades 6-8 BOYS ONLY. Boats, Boats, Boats.


July 28 1:30 PM Circle Time for ages 1,2,3. Alligators.


July 29 1:30 PM Tweens and Teens (Grades 7 and up through High School). Asian Cultures and Crafts.


August 2 6:30 PM Ages 4,5,6. Froggy...


August 3 9:30 AM Crochet and Beaded Crochet for Grades 5 and up and Teens.


August 3 10:00 AM Grades 1-5. An Octopus's Garden.


August 3 1:30 PM Grades 6-8. An Octopus's Garden.


August 4 1:30 PM Circle Time for Ages 1,2,3. Frogs.


August 5 1:30 PM Tweens and Teens (Grades 7 and up through High School). Asian Cultures and Crafts.


August 9 6:30 PM Ages 4,5,6. Reel in a Fish.


August 10 9:30 AM Crochet and Beaded Crochet for Grades 5 and up and Teens.


August 10 10:00 AM Grades 1-5. Summer Theme.


August 10 1:30 PM Grades 6-8. Summer Theme.


August 11 1:30 PM Circle Time for Ages 1,2,3. Mermaids.


August 12 1:30 PM Tweens and Teens (Grades 7 and up through High School). Asian Cultures and Crafts.


August 13 Last Day to Complete Reading Log Requirements and Reach Finisher Status.


August 18 2:00 - 4:00 PM Open House and Awards Party.




NUREMBERG READING CENTER SUMMER READING CLUB


June 21 Registration begins for the Summer Reading Club.


June 24 2:00 PM All Ages. Flow Circus at Heights Terrace School in Hazleton. Registration required.


June 28 10:30 AM SRC Sand Castles. BRING A BAG OF CROUTONS.


June 29 10:30 AM RTM Flying Fish.


Fourth of July Break - no programs - check library hours.


July 7 6:00 PM SRC and RTM Learn About Water Conservation, PLUS a Special Treat. WEAR YOUR BATHING SUIT.


July 12 10:30 AM SRC Sand Mosaics. BRING A SHOE BOX LID.


July 13 10:30 AM RTM Sand Castles. BRING A BAG OF CROUTONS.


July 21 6:00 PM SRC and RTM Popcorn and a Movie.


July 26 10:30 AM SRC Make Up a Poem.


July 27 10:30 AM RTM Make an Octopus.


August 2 10:30 AM SRC Stories.


August 3 10:30 AM RTM Stories.


August 9 10:30 AM SRC Riddles and Penguins.


August 10 10:30 AM RTM Story About Something That is Green and Hops.


August 13 Last Day to Complete Reading Log Requirements and Reach Finisher Status.


August 16 2:00 PM Open House and Awards Party.




SOUTH SIDE BRANCH SUMMER READING CLUB AGES 2 AND UP


June 21 Registration begins for the Summer Reading Club.


June 22 12:30 PM Ages 2 through 5. Glad to "Sea" You.


June 23 12:30 PM Ages 6 and Up. Glad to "Sea" You.


June 24 2:00 PM All Ages. Flow Circus at Heights Terrace School in Hazleton. Registration required.


June 29 12:30 PM Ages 2 through 5. You're a Great Catch.


June 30 12:30 PM Ages 6 and Up. You're a Great Catch.


Fourth of July Break - no programs - check library hours.


Jul 6 12:30 PM Ages 2 through 5. If I Were a Fish in the Sea.


July 7 12:30 PM Ages 6 and Up. If I Were a Fish in the Sea.


July 13 12:30 Ages 2 through 5. Gone Fishing!


July 14 12:30 PM Ages 6 and Up. Gone Fishing!


July 20 12:30 PM Ages 2 through 5. Shark Zone.


July 21 12:30 Ages 6 and Up. Shark Zone.


July 27 12:30 PM Ages 2 through 5. An Ocean of Fun.


July 28 12:30 Ages 6 and Up. An Ocean of Fun.


August 10 12:30 PM Ages 2 through 5. Whale of a Tale.


August 11 12:30 Ages 6 and Up. Whale of a Tale.


August 13 Last Day to Complete Reading Log Requirements and Reach Finisher Status.


August 18 12:30 PM Beach Party for Club Finishers.




VALLEY BRANCH SUMMER READING CLUB

June 21 Registration begins for the Summer Reading Club.


June 22,23,24 2:00 PM Dropin Movie Matinees. All ages.


June 24 2:00 PM All Ages. Flow Circus at Heights Terrace School in Hazleton. Registration required.


June 29 10:00 AM Stranger Danger with Sensei Nevin Baskin. Ages 4-7.


June 29 11:00 AM Stranger Danger with Sensei Nevin Baskin. Ages 8 and up.


June 30 3:00 PM Patriotic Stories and Crafts. Ages 4-6.


June 30 6:30 PM Patriotic Stories and Crafts. Ages 7 and up.


Fourth of July Break - no programs - check library hours.


July 7 6:0 PM Summer Beach Craft with Miss Lori. Ages to be announced.


July 13 10:30 AM Field Trip to Samson Productions. All ages.


July 15 9:30 AM Underwater Mobile Craft. Ages 4-7.


July 19 6:30 PM Paper Bead Jewelry Craft with Miss Donna. Ages 8 and up.


July 20 10:00 AM Nescopeck Field Trip. Ages 7 and up.


July 21 6:00 PM Gyotaku Japanese Fish Printing with Lisa Palfey. Ages 7 and up.


July 27 10:00 AM Soap Making with Rose Cunfer. Ages to be announced.


July 28 - 7:00 PM Fly Tying and Casting with Tom Pollock and Jeff Palfey. Ages 8 and up.


August 2 - 6:30 PM Cookie Decorating with Sugarlily Cookie Company. Ages 5 and up.


August 3 - 1:30 PM Make a Splash Summer Talent Show with Alexis J. Neapolitan, Jr. Ages 7-12.


August 13 Last Day to Complete Reading Log Requirements and Reach Finisher Status.


August 18 - 10:00 AM Picnic in the Park for club finishers.


LUNCH BUNCH PROGRAMMING FOR AGES 2 AND 3 IS HELD THURSDAYS FROM JULY 8 THROUGH AUGUST 12 AT 11:00 AM. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.