Just a reminder that the library will be closed Saturday, July 2; Sunday, July 3; and Monday, July 4. Regular library hours will resume Tuesday. Have a wonderful July 4th holiday.
Library in the Park - Jefferson County History Center - 2 PM - City Park (Pavillion behind the YMCA)6/24/2011
Who lived here first?? Ken Burkett from the Jefferson County History Center in Brookville will be on hand with facts and artifacts from our area's first inhabitants. You won't want to miss this!
ALSO!!! Don't forget Tiny Tuesdays for children under 5 years old on Tuesday @ 10AM & Stop 'N Flop on Wednesdays @ 11AM!! See you at the Library (or the Park)!!!!! June 23 Ronda Stiles from Penn State Cooperative Extension: Destination: Italia!
Take a virtual trip to Italy, the birthplace of pizza, and learn about good nutrition at the same time. As a special treat we'll make Pyramid Pizza: Molto bene! Spend a magical evening at the library with these teen brothers who will amaze and entertain you with their skill at hocus-pocus. Everyone is invited! This event is sponsored by the DuBois Area Kiwanis Club. See you at the LIBRARY!!!!!!!!
June 14 Outdoor day/ Geo-Caching Day at the Library
5 PM – 7 PM Do you or your parents own a GPS? We will teach you how to hunt treasure all over DuBois using this global device. Whether you have never Geo-Cached before or this will be your 100th find, we will be working together to find fun! (Click for a downloadable program flyer) June 18 Mid-Month Movie Moment - Night at the Museum: Battle of the 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Smithsonian Preview the movie, learn about the artifacts and exhibits brought to life through the movie, and get inspired to make a family visit to these free Museums. July 9 A Tree Grows in Brooklyn Book Discussion 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM By Betty Smith, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is a splendidly plotted tale of three generations of a proud working-class family beginning in 1912; on July 9, we will be discussing the book and planting our own Trees in DuBois. All ages are welcome to join our discussion. Extra copies of the book will be available to check out starting June 1. July 12 Queen for a Night 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Crown yourself King or Queen as we offer materials, recipes and time to create all natural spa treatments to pamper your mind, body, and soul. We provide the ingredients, you become Royal! July 23 Mid-Month Movie Moment - Planet Earth 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Planet Earth is a wondrous planet! Join us to watch a movie, learn ways to preserve our planet for all future generations, create a craft, and have a snack, all celebrating Planet Earth! Weekly Programs
Tiny Tuesdays Every Tuesday morning from June 7 through July 26, except for July 5. 10:00 – 10:45 AM Spend a happy summer morning at the library with your little ones age 3 – Program Room 5. It's a great time to enjoy a good story, finger plays, puppets, songs, crafts, and activities. Stop 'n Flops Every Wednesday morning from June 8 through July 27. 11:00 – 11:30 AM Take time out of your busy week to Stop at the children's library and Flop Children's Library down on the floor with your child for a mini story hour complete with songs, finger plays, and, of course, stories! This program is geared to children age 2-4. Library in the Park Every Thursday afternoon from June 9 through July 28. 2:00 – 3:00 PM For children in grades K-5, these afternoons in the park will be both fun and Large Pavilion (sshhh!) educational from beginning to end! You will not want to miss a behind YMCA single one! Note: If the weather is inclement, the event will be held in the Program Room. Special Events June 9 Kick-Off Event International Fair 2:00 – 3:00 PM Games, crafts, and snacks from around the world. Learn a little bit about Large pavilion other cultures right in your own hometown! Get in the mood for a great behind YMCA summer of reading, prizes and FUN for everyone! Geared to kids age 3 – 10. June 18 Mid-Month Movie Moment - Night at the Museum: Battle of the 1:30 - 3:30 PM Smithsonian. Preview the movie, learn about the artifacts and exhibits brought to life through the movie, and get inspired to make a family visit to these wonderful and free Museums. (Movie Rated: PG) June 21 Magic Show: M & M MAGIC 6:30 – 7:30 PM Spend a magical evening at the library with these teen brothers who will Program Room amaze and entertain you with their skill at hocus-pocus. Everyone is invited! This event is sponsored by the DuBois Area Kiwanis Club. July 5 Puppet Show Steve Abrams, Puppeteer 2:00 – 3:00 Who can resist a puppet? Join this talented performer for an afternoon of fun Program Room and laughter at the library! Everyone is invited. This event is sponsored by the DuBois Area Kiwanis Club. July 7 Stories in the Park ALAN IRVINE, STORYTELLER 2:00 – 3:00 Get set to be enthralled by stories from this gifted performer from Large pavilion Pittsburgh. He will be on hand to entertain you with tales from around the behind YMCA world. Everyone is invited. This event is sponsored by the DuBois Area Kiwanis Club. July 11 – 16 Royalty Week Tiny Tuesday This week will feature a morning every little prince or princess will adore. Come to the library in your favorite Princess, Knight-in-shining- armor, Prince, Queen or King costume and be ready for some royal fun! There will smiles and giggles galore at this event. Parents, bring your camera! Stop ‘n Flop Royalty Week continues on Wednesday morning, as we feature Royal Stories and Songs. Library in the Park "Medieval Market Day” - As part of PRINCESS WEEK, the kids will be given “currency” to make and buy items that would appeal to children of the middle ages. Have a wee taste of a medieval marketplace. Feel free to come in costume! July 19 Kindermusik 10:00-10:45 AM Barb Keller will be our Tiny Tuesdays guest. She will conduct a session of Kindermusik for the enjoyment of the little ones! July 19 Sesame Street: Get Healthy Now! 6:30 – 7:30 Our Sesame Street friends would like everyone to form healthy habits for a Program Room happy life! Want your kids to eat their broccoli?? Come for a fun and educational evening at the library. Geared to children age 2 - 7. Families will be given a free Sesame Street DVD and booklet. “LIBRARY IN THE PARK” EVENTS (Geared to children in Kindergarten through fifth grade) 2PM Every Thursday June 9 Kick-Off: International Fair June 16 Sue Rensel, Environmental Education Specialist from Clear Creek State Park: Wings Across the Borders. People aren't the only ones who fly to exotic places for the winter! Many birds and some butterflies travel thousands of miles to a rainforest canopy during our winter months. Discover how and why they return to our part of the country every spring! June 23 Ronda Stiles from Penn State Cooperative Extension: Destination: Italia! Take a virtual trip to Italy, the birthplace of pizza, and learn about good nutrition at the same time. As a special treat we'll make Pyramid Pizza: Molto bene! June 30 Who lived here first?? Ken Burkett from the Jefferson County History Center in Brookville will be on hand with facts and artifacts from our area's first inhabitants. You won't want to miss this! July 7 Stories in the Park ALAN IRVINE, STORYTELLER July 14 Medieval Market Day July 21 Galen Kilmer, Local History Teacher: Who Were They and Why Did They Come Here? Ever wonder why immigrants picked Clearfield County for their American destination? Mr. Kilmer knows, and he's anxious to tell you all about it! July 28 Dewey's Amazing Race In this game players complete challenges based on the subject categories of the Dewey Decimal System. Kids will be amazed at how much fun they will have with this fast-paced game! July 30 Summer Reading ends. Time to pick up certificates and prizes! But never stop reading! Its benefits and pleasures last a lifetime! Visit each departments' page for more details on each program. Hope to see you at one of our fun-filled events throughout June and July!
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Rebecca J. McTavish
The Director of the DuBois Public Library Archives
December 2019
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