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CALENDAR OF EVENTSMay/June 2015

Kids Filmmaker Festival

Library Comic Con Pre-Events!COMIC DRAWING CONTEST

3D PrintingSummer Fest Kickoff Parties

SUMMER FEST 2015

JUNE 1 – JULY 31

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LIBRARY COMIC CON PRE-EVENTS

We’re warming up for our third annual Library Comic Con, scheduled for Saturday,

August 29! That’s when thousands of comic fans of all ages don capes, tights, masks, and costumes for a fun-filled day celebrating the comics culture. Check out some of our pre-events, below!

May 2: Free Comic Book DayCelebrate National Comic Book Day! We’ll be giving away a free comic to each person who wants one, while supplies last. We’ll have titles for all ages, from Avengers to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

• S, 5/2, all locations – while supplies last!

June Puppet Show • F, 10:30 a.m., 6/5—The Amazing Superhero! • S, 2:00 p.m., 6/6—The Amazing Superhero!

June 1- July 31: Draw or Paint Your Favorite Character!Draw or paint your favorite comic book, television, or movie character, or even invent a character of your own. Then, fill out an entry form and take your art and the form to the checkout desk at any Boise Public Library location starting Sunday, June 1, through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 31.

Entry forms will be available starting June 1 at any Boise Public Library location, and online at boisepubliclibrary.org/librarycomiccon. Prizes will be awarded to first, second and third place winners in adults, teens and kids categories. Winning entries will be displayed at Library Comic Con on August 29!

Rules • Open to all ages. You do not need a library card to enter. • Entries must be your own work, and no larger than 11” x 17” • They may be black and white or color, and in any 2-dimensional medium • Submissions will not be accepted in frames and/or in glass or acrylic holders • All art must be submitted with an entry form. • Limit of one entry per person, please

KIDS FILMMAKER FESTIVAL: SHOW TIME! Be there as we roll out the red carpet to all our young filmmakers and audience! This spring, we invited all you creative kids who write, direct, produce, and/or act in your own movies, to show us your stuff! The submission deadline was May 1, so now we’re ready to show you what happened. Be sure to join us for this fantastic screening! Snacks will be provided.

• S, 2:00 p.m., 5/9, Main Library Hayes Auditorium

STREAM FILMS— Filmakers* LibraryAt the end of May, teams of filmmakers from around Idaho will have 48 hours to produce an original short film, as part of the I48 Film Competition and Festival. (See http://idaho48.org/ .) With that in mind, we’d like to tell you about a related library service, Filmakers Library Online.*

Our subscription to Filmakers Library gives our cardholders access to over 1,200 high-quality, issue-based documentaries! The streaming video collection includes films about American studies, art and design, diversity, health sciences, history, literature, music and performing arts, psychology, social sciences, science, engineering and more. You’ll find a multitude of award-winners and film festival favorites, as well as the PBS Video Collection. A great resource for students and for independent exploration!*Yes, the service really does spell its name with one “m” for some reason.

LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT GREAT READ?Summer Reading starts June 1—always a great time to remind you about NoveList Plus! Use it to find read-alikes based on your favorite author, title or series. All you need is a library card!

Find NoveList Plus at boisepubliclibrary.org/novelist/. For the kiddies, look for the NoveList K-8 Plus link on our Books for Kids page, at boisepubliclibrary.org/kids/.

AUTHOR VISITS GORGE: MY 300-POUND JOURNEY UP KILIMANJARO Author Kara Richardson Whitely has hiked Mount Kilimanjaro three times while weighing as much as 300 pounds. Gorge, her inspiring and empowering memoir, which she finished while working with Wild author Cheryl Strayed in the French Alps, will be published this Spring.

• M, 7:00 p.m., 5/11, Main Library, Marion Bingham Rm

LOCAL AUTHOR KELLY JONES Local author Kelly Jones returns to discuss her latest intriguing thriller, Lost and Found in Prague. Kelly has written several other novels of art

history, as well as a book of short stories.

• T, 7:00 p.m., 5/19, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Sagebrush Rm

Join our Summer Fest Reading Program! You’ll be reading for the fun of it while qualifying for some great prizes! We have programs for kids, teens and adults, with prizes for each one. For details, pick up a brochure at any Boise Public Library location, call one of our libraries, or visit boisepubliclibrary.org/SummerReading. Registration opens June 1.

Summer Fest Registration & Kickoff PartiesJoin us as we celebrate the start of the 2015 Summer Fest Reading Program. We’ll have food and fun for the whole family to encourage everyone to read 20 minutes a day in June and July. Don’t break the chain!!

• SN, 2:00-4:00 p.m., 5/31, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm • M, 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., 6/1, Main Library Hayes Auditorium • T, 2:00-4:00 p.m., 6/2, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm • W, 2:00-4:00 p.m., 6/3, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Sagebrush Rm

Summer Fest STEAM Camp for 6-12 YearsDuring the months of June and July, our school-age programs will focus on activities related to science, technology, engineering, art, and math. June topics include a visit from the Aquarium of Boise, Rockaoke (similar to karaoke, but with a live rock band),…and more. Please check our online calendar for details.

• T, 4:00-5:00 p.m., weekly in June & July, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Sagebrush Rm • W, 4:00-5:00 p.m., weekly in June & July, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm • TH, 4:00-5:00 p.m., weekly in June & July, Main Library Hayes Auditorium • F, 4:00-5:00 p.m., weekly in June & July, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm

JUNE 1 – JULY 31

SPECIAL TOPICSSupport Your Passion!On May 7, 2015, Idaho Gives will bring nonprofits and Idahoans together again for the third time for a statewide day of online giving and support. On that day, visit idahogives.org to donate to your favorite causes, learn about new nonprofits, and share in the excite ment! While you’re there, we hope you’ll check out the Boise Public Library Foundation, too.

Afraid you’ll forget? You can go to Idaho Gives anytime to schedule your donation.

Final Exit Join Martin Seidenfeld, Ph.D, for a discussion about end-of-life decisions and the rights of adults suffering from irreversible, debilitating and lethal medical conditions. Seidenfeld is an experienced psychologist, clinician, professor and seminar presenter, and a former President of the Idaho Psychological Association.

• W, 7:00 p.m., 5/6, Main Library Hayes Auditorium

Hugelkultur CompostingHugelkultur allows us to create healthy top soil the way nature does, but in a fraction of the time. Learn how this simple composting method aerates and adds nutrients to the soil and retains moisture with little/no watering, from presenter Debbie Burris.

• W, 6:30 p.m., 5/6, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm

First ThursdayJoin us for First Thursday at the beginning of each month for music, art, or . . . ! Take advantage of this unique opportunity to enjoy entertainment and special events while strolling through downtown Boise shops, galleries, museums and the LIBRARY!

• TH, 6:30-8:00 p.m., 5/7 & 6/4, Main Library Hayes Auditorium

Mark TwainLocal resident and impersonator John Heimer presents an entertaining and educational program about the life and times of Mark Twain.

• TH, 7:00 p.m., 5/7, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Sagebrush Rm

Transformations: Altered Art for Adults Transform unrelated objects into art! “Upcycle” found objects, books, even throwaways, and give them new and meaningful roles. Our focus in the current series will be altering books. Be sure to wear clothing suited to gluing and painting.

• TH, 7:00-8:30 p.m., 5/7, 5/21, 6/4 & 6/18, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm

Book Discussions & Clubs • F, 12:10 p.m., 5/8, Main Library—

Lit for Lunch: The Cat’s Table • W, 7:00 p.m., 5/13, Library! at Cole &

Ustick,—Book Club for 20s & 30s: The Elegance of the Hedgehog

• T, 7:00 p.m., 5/26, Library! at Collister— Ladder of Years

• T, 7:00 p.m., 5/26, Library! at Hillcrest— All the Light We Cannot See

• W, 7:00 p.m., 6/10, Library! at Cole & Ustick— Book Club for 20s & 30s: Title TBD

• T, 7:00 p.m., 6/23, Library! at Collister—The Paris Wife

• T, 7:00 p.m., 6/30, Library! at Hillcrest— Unbroken

Free Legal ClinicsCan’t afford an attorney? Volunteer law students and on-site supervising attorneys offer free, short-term legal advice and one-on-one assistance at the Library. Clinics are open to low-income residents on a first-come first-serve basis on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month. Provided by the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association in partnership with Concordia University School of Law, the University of Idaho, the City of Boise and Boise Public Library.

• M, 4:00-6:00 p.m., 5/11 & 6/8, Main Library Hayes Auditorium—Street Law*

• M, 4:00-6:00 p.m., 6/22, Main Library Hayes Auditorium—Family Law Clinic**

*General topics, including IRS Controversy Assistance

**Custody issues, divorce and other family topics

Create Lively Landscapes With Less Water Diane Jones, owner of Draggin’ Wing High Desert Nursery, shares her love of plants and her water-wise planting expertise in this visually inspiring and informative slide show and presentation.

• T, 7:00 p.m., 5/12, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm

Genealogy SeriesJoin reference archivist Steve Barrett, for this six-session series on genealogy tips and resources, offered on the second Wednesday each month through June. They’re appropriate for both budding and experienced researchers. Offered in partnership with the Idaho State Archives.

• W, 7:00 p.m., 5/13, Main Library Marion Bingham Rm—Finding Your Ancestors in Immigration & Naturalization

• W, 7:00 p.m., 6/10, Main Library Marion Bingham Rm—Looking for Word of Your Ancestors

Arrowrock Dam: Idaho’s 8th Wonder As part of Idaho’s Historic Preservation Month, Kelsey Doncaster, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Historian, will present the epic story of Arrowrock Dam, the world’s tallest concrete dam. Built from 1911-1915 near the headwaters of the Boise River, the project involved a massive undertaking including a temporary town. The presentation will include previously unseen glass plate negative photographs from the National Archives and Records Administration in College Park, Maryland.

• W, 7:00 p.m., 5/13, Main Library, Hayes Auditorium

Chi Kung for Adults Join us each month for Chi Kung. A Chinese breathing and stretching exercise similar to Tai Chi, Chi Kung focuses on balancing your body to increase energy and improve overall good health and well-being.

• TH, 7:00 p.m., 5/14 & 6/11, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm

Easy StargazingJoin Paul Verhage, PhD, for an introduction to stargazing using simply your eyes and a pair of binoculars. Learn how to look for star clusters, satellites, meteors, lunar features, and planets. Sky maps will be provided. All ages welcome.

• W, 7:00 p.m., 5/20, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm

Silent Film Screening Series Before the late 1920s, the term “silent film” would have been redundant! Enjoy a journey back to that low-tech time with our monthly silent film series.

• W, 7:00-8:45 p.m., 5/20, Main Library Hayes Auditorium—La Boheme (1926 drama / romance starring Lillian Gish; not rated)

• W, 7:00-8:45 p.m, 6/17, Main Library Hayes Auditorium—TBD

Video Game Tournament: Super Smash BrosCompete for a spot on the victory podium! Pick a character, choose a battleground and fight to the end! Sign up online at boisepubliclibrary.org/calendar. Find details and rules in the same spot. All ages.

• TH, 5:00-8:00 p.m., 5/21, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm

Rumi Night Join us for an evening of poetry, music, conversation, tea and Persian desserts in celebration of Mevlana Jelaluddin Rumi. The 13th Century Persian poet and mystic philosopher’s writing continues to be studied and honored worldwide. Feel free to bring a poem to share.

• W, 7:00-8:30 p.m., 5/27, Main Library Hayes

Auditorium

Nonprofit Resource ThursdayNonprofit organizations and start-ups can get free help finding resources at these monthly drop-in sessions. We’ll also show you how to use a searchable database of over 150,000 grant opportunities. Each event also includes a peer-learning roundtable from 4:15-5:15 p.m. Brought to you by the Boise Public Library and the Idaho Nonprofit Center. Held on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.

• TH, 4:00-6:00 p.m., 5/21—Roundtable: Finding Balance in Your Board

• TH, 4:00-6:00 p.m., 6/18—Roundtable: Want 2B a B Corp or a Benefit Corporation?

Saturday Art Afternoon: AdultsJoin Amy Nack, art educator, local printmaker and owner of Wingtip Press, for a variety of hands-on art classes. Class size is limited—call 562-4995 to register and for topics, or register online at boisepubliclibrary.org/calendar. Adults only.

• S, 1:00-4:00 p.m., 5/30 & 6/27, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm

Historical European Swordsmanship Ben Smith, historian and instructor of historical European Martial Arts, will discuss and demonstrate the evolution and changes in swordsmanship from the Medieval to the Early Modern Period. All ages.

• S, 2:00 p.m., 6/13, Main Library Hayes Auditorium

Acoustic Blues Jam SessionJoin our staff expert, Sam Counsil, for an acoustic guitar jam session built on the twelve-bar blues. Using the blues as a foundation we will improvise and try out some different rhythms and variations. Players of all skill levels can take turns playing lead and rhythm parts. Please bring your acoustic guitar and join us.

• TH, 7:00 p.m., 6/25, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm

3D Printing ThursdaysWant to use one of the Library’s new 3D printers? Just show up on Thursdays. We’ll have two 3D printers* available so two people can be printing at a time. A staff member will be on hand to answer questions and assist. (Printing assigned in order of arrival based on in-person sign-up each Thursday; sessions limited to two hours.) Check out thingiverse.com and tinkercad.com to get ideas and learn more about 3D printing. All ages.

• TH, 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., weekly, Main Library Gates Rm on 1st floor (Ends at 6:00 p.m. on First Thursdays)

*Thanks to the Friends of the Boise Public Library for funding our new printers, equipment and supplies!

3D Printing ClassesWe’re teaming up with three local training experts from HP to give you an overview of 3D printing! Learn about 3D printers, the software and hardware it takes to make them run, and the types of design projects available. You’ll also get a brief introduction to the Library’s 3D printers. Library laptops will be available for use, or you’re welcome to bring your own. Classes are scheduled on the last Friday each month, and are suitable for adults and teens; registration is required, due to limited space. Register through our online calendar at boisepubliclibrary.org/calendar.

• F, 10:00 a.m.-Noon, 5/29 & 6/26, Main Library Marion Bingham Rm

• F, 3:00-5:00 p.m., 5/29 & 6/26, Main Library Marion Bingham Rm

Movie & Discussion: Harrison Ford in Retrospect

Board Game NightPlay games and make new friends! Feel free to bring your favorite or a newly discovered board game, or use one of ours. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Featured games provided by All About Games.

• T, 6:30-8:30 p.m., weekly, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm

English Corner: Conversation HourNew Americans, English language learners, and volunteers are invited to practice speaking English with both native speakers and others who are learning during this fun, moderated conversation hour. Call 562-4996 for details.

• S, 3:00 p.m., weekly, Library! at Hillcrest, Camas Rm

Fit & Fall Proof Fitness Classes: SeniorsLearn simple exercises to increase strength, balance and endurance, and help prevent accidental falls. In partner-ship with the Central District Health Depart-ment.

• T & TH, 9:15 a.m., Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm*

*Call 972-8320 for session dates.

Computer & Technology CoachingGet one-on-one help with your computer-related questions. Learn how to download books and music, get help with a research project or learn more about online resources. We can also help with email, the Internet, Microsoft Office Word and Excel, Facebook, online job applications and more! Call 972-8255 (Main Library); 972-8300 (Cole & Ustick); 972-8320 (Collister); or 972-8340 (Hillcrest).

Book-a-LibrarianMake an appointment with a librarian for help with your questions about technology, business or non-profit information, project research, library and web resources. To schedule a time that works for you, use the Book-a-Librarian form on our website under Research/Ask A Librarian, call 972-8255, email askalibrarian@cityofboise.org or stop by the second floor desk at the Main Library. Drop-ins are welcome, too!

KIDS & FAMILIES - ALL AGESPuppet ShowsMain Library Hayes Auditorium

• F, 10:30 a.m., 5/1—Rain, Rain! • S, 2:00 p.m., 5/2—Rain, Rain! • F, 10:30 a.m., 6/5—Amazing

Superhero! • S, 2:00 p.m., 6/6—Amazing Superhero!

Kids Filmmaker Festival: Show Time! Be there as we roll out the red carpet to all our young filmmakers and audience! This spring, we invited all you creative kids who write, direct, produce, and/or act in your own movies, to show us your stuff! The submission deadline was May 1, so now we’re ready to show you what happened. Be sure to join us for this fantastic screening! Snacks will be provided.

• S, 2:00 p.m., 5/9, Main Library Hayes Auditorium

Sing Along with Don RitcheyFun for the whole family! Don is bringing his guitar and will be singing family favorites so you can sing along.

• S, 11:00 a.m., 5/2 & 6/6, Main Library Storywell

eTots: Discovering iPads with your Child Introduce your youngster to the newest technology! Discover the iPad with your toddlers, and learn about and explore different educational apps that will stimulate your child’s development. For parents and children ages 0-4. Registration opens 4/28 at boisepubliclibrary.org/calendar .

• T, 10:30 a.m., 5/12, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm

• TH, 6:15-9:00 p.m., 5/21, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Sagebrush Rm— Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981, PG) Harrison Ford stars as archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones, hired by the US government to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis.

• TH, 6:15-9:00 p.m., 6/18, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Sagebrush Rm— Blade Runner – Final Cut (1982, R) In this blend of science fiction and noir detective fiction, Harrison Ford stars as Rick Deckard, a re-tired cop forced back into active duty in a dystopian Los Angeles of the future.

Bike Rodeo Join us in celebrating Boise Bike Week! We’ll have a closed parking lot with 8 obstacles, supervised by two Boise Police officers who will teach proper cycling techniques.

• S, 2:00-3:00 p.m., 5/16, Library! at Cole & Ustick

Read! Build! Play! @ Your LibraryKids, join us for a fun afternoon of building with LEGO® bricks*. We’ll start you with a story, then let you build! We’ll supply the bricks—including LEGO® DUPLO® bricks, too!

• SN, 2:00-4:00 p.m., 5/17 & 6/21, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm

*LEGO®, DUPLO® and their logos are trademarks of THE LEGO Group. ©2015 The LEGO Group

Summer Fest Registration & Kickoff PartiesJoin us as we celebrate the start of the 2015 Summer Fest Reading Program. We’ll have food and fun for the whole family to encourage everyone to read 20 minutes a day in June and July. Don’t break the chain!!

• SN, 2:00-4:00 p.m., 5/31, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm

• M, 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., 6/1, Main Library Hayes Auditorium

• T, 2:00-4:00 p.m., 6/2, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm

• W, 2:00-4:00 p.m., 6/3, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Sagebrush Rm

WEEKLY PROGRAMS (0-5 YEARS)Main LibraryHayes Auditorium unless otherwise noted.

• M, 10:30 a.m.—Toddlers (2-3 years); closed 5/25

• M, 7:00 p.m.— Family Storytime & Craft Night (ages 2-7); closed 5/25

• T, 10:30 a.m.—Toddlers (2-3 years) • W, 10:30 a.m.—Babies (0-23 months) • TH, 10:30 a.m.—Preschoolers (3-5 years) • F, 10:30 a.m.—Music & Movement (2-5 years)** • S, 10:30 a.m.—Family Storytime (all ages)*

*Held in storywell** Puppet show replaces Music & Movement on 5/1 & 6/5.

Library! at Cole & Ustick Sagebrush Rm

• T, 11:00 a.m.—Babies & Toddlers (0-3 years) • T, 2:00 p.m.—Preschoolers (3-5 years) • W, 10:30 a.m.—Music & Movement (2-5

years)

Library! at CollisterSycamore Rm

• W, 10:30 a.m.—Preschoolers (3-5 years) • TH, 10:30 a.m.—Toddlers (2-3 years) • F, 10:30 a.m.—Play and Learn (Ages 0-4)

Library! at HillcrestLemhi Rm

• W, 10:30 a.m.—Toddlers (2-3 years) • TH, 10:30 a.m.—Preschooler Early Literacy

(3-5 years)* • F, 10:30 a.m.—Babies (0-23 months)

* Early Literacy Storytime is a fun 8-week series of storytimes for preschoolers and a workshop for parents on helping kids develop early literacy and math skills. For weekly topics, see our online calendar or call 972-8340.

SCHOOL-AGE (6-12 YEARS)

Read to a Therapy DogReading to a therapy dog is relaxing and fun! Kids often get more enjoyment from reading and even improve their skill when the audi-ence is a calm, accepting dog. Use our books or bring a favorite from home.

• S, 1:00-2:00 p.m., 6/6, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Sagebrush Rm

• S, 2:00-3:00 p.m., 5/9 & 6/13, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm

• S, 2:00-3:00 p.m., 5/16, 5/23, 6/20 & 6/27, Main Library Hayes Auditorium

• SN, 2:00-3:00 p.m., 5/24 & 6/28, Library! at HIllcrest, Lemhi Rm

Summer Fest STEAM CampDuring the months of June and July, our school-age programs will focus on activities related to science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

• T, 4:00-5:00 p.m., weekly in June & July, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Sagebrush Rm

• W, 4:00-5:00 p.m., weekly in June & July, Library! at Collister, Sycamore Rm

• TH, 4:00-5:00 p.m., weekly in June & July, Main Library Hayes Auditorium

• F, 4:00-5:00 p.m., weekly in June & July, Library! at Hillcrest, Lemhi Rm

ONGOING SCHOOL-AGE PROGRAMSMain Library

• M, 3:30 p.m., weekly, Gates Room—Library Kids Pokémon League; closed 5/25

• TH, 4:00 p.m, weekly, Hayes Auditorium—School-Age Fun*

*Also see STEAM Camp description above

Library! at Cole & UstickSagebrush Rm

• W, 4:00 p.m., weekly in May—Super School Agers*

• F, 4:00 p.m., weekly— Drop in Chess

*Also see STEAM Camp description above

Library! at CollisterSycamore Rm

• W, 4:00 p.m., weekly—After School Fun* • TH, 3:00-5:00 p.m., weekly—Open Game

Time (6-17 years)

*Also see STEAM Camp description above

Library! at HillcrestLemhi Rm

• T, 6:30-8:30 p.m., weekly—Board Game Night*

• TH, 4:00 p.m., weekly in May—After School Adventures**

*All ages**Also see STEAM Camp description above

YOUR LIBRARIESSystem Phone NumbersLibrary Card & Account Information - (208) 972-8200 24/7 Telephone Renewal System - (208) 384-4450Reference - Askalibrarian@cityofboise.orgHomebound Services - (208) 972-8213 TTY 1-800-377-3529

Main Library (Downtown)715 S. Capitol Blvd. • Boise, ID 83702(208) 972-8201 • Children’s area (208) 972-8255 • Reference & questionsMon-Thurs 10-9, Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, Sun noon-5

Library! at Cole & Ustick7557 W. Ustick Rd. • Boise, ID 83704 (208) 972-8300 Tues-Thurs 10-9, Fri 10-6, Sat noon-5, Sun 1-5Closed Mondays

Library! at Collister4724 W. State St. • Boise, ID 83703 (208) 972-8320Tues-Thurs 10-9, Fri 10-6, Sat noon-5, Sun 1-5 Closed Mondays

Library! at Hillcrest 5246 W. Overland Rd. • Boise, ID 83705 (208) 972-8340Tues-Thurs 10-9, Fri 10-6, Sat noon-5, Sun 1-5Closed Mondays

CLOSED DATESLocations will be closed as shown. Note that branches are closed on Mondays year-around.

• Monday, May 25, Memorial Day (observed)

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Boise Bookmarks: Citywide Readers & Reviewers Club for TeensIf you are passionate about books and reading, are in 7th-12th grade, and live in the Boise area, the Boise Bookmarks are looking for you! We each read whatever we want, whenever we want, and tell each other about the books. You’ll meet teens from all over the city and leave with a ton of titles for your TBR pile.

• F, 3:30-5:30 p.m., 5/8 & 6/12, Main Library Hayes Auditorium

Teen Publishing Camp Have you ever wondered what to do with your stories once you’ve written “The End”? Or, with your poems once you’ve written the last stanza? Learn the various routes to publication, including traditional, self-publishing, online writing platforms and zines. If you don’t have any finished work – no worries! We’ll have daily writing prompts and exercises to get you up to speed. For writers ages 12-17.

• M-F, 10:00 a.m.- Noon, 6/15-6/19, Main Library Marion Bingham Room

TEENS (12-18 YEARS)

MORE TEEN PROGRAMSSee boisepubliclibrary.org/calendar for updates and details on ongoing teen programs.

Main Library Hayes Auditorium

• T, 7:00 p.m., weekly—Teen Night • TH, 10:00 a.m.– 8:00 p.m., weekly—3D

Thursdays (drop-in)* • S, 1:00 p.m., weekly in May—Teen Writers • S, 3:00 p.m., weekly in May—Teen Pokemon • T, 6:00 p.m., 5/5 & 6/2—Teen Advisory Board • W, 7:00 p.m., 5/20 & 6/17—Silent Film

Screening Series* • F, 10:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m., 5/29 & 6/26—3D

Printing Class** • M, 6:00 p.m., 6/1—Summer Fest Kickoff Party* • S, 2:00 p.m., 6/13—Historical European

Swordsmanship*

*See earlier description.**Sign-up required - see earlier description

Library! at Cole & UstickSagebrush Rm, 1 hour except as noted

• F, 4:00 p.m., weekly—Drop in Chess • F, 4:00 p.m., 5/1 & 6/5—Teen Advisory Board • W, 2:00 p.m., 6/3—Summer Fest Registration

& Pizza Extravaganza! • TH, 3:30 p.m., 6/11—Teen Gaming • F, 4:00 p.m., 6/19—Teen Anime Club • TH, 4:30 p.m., 6/25—Teen Improv

Library! at CollisterSycamore Rm

• TH, 3:00-5:00 p.m., weekly—Open Game Time (6-17 years)*

• TH, 5:00 p.m., 5/21—Gaming Tournament: Super Smash Bros

• SN, 2:00 p.m., 5/31—Summer Fest Kickoff Party

• TH, 7:00 p.m., 6/25—Acoustic Guitar Blues Jam

*Canceled on 5/21

Library! at HillcrestLemhi Rm

• T, 6:30-8:30 p.m., weekly—Board Game Night*

• T, 4:00 p.m., 5/5—Teen Advisory Board/ Art Club

• T, 4:00 p.m., 5/12 & 6/9—Video Gaming • T, 4:00 p.m., 5/19 & 6/16—Kung Fu Fun • W, 7:00 p.m., 5/20—Easy Stargazing • T, 4:00 p.m., 5/26—End-of-School Party! • T, 2:00 p.m., 6/2—Summer Fest Registration

& Kickoff Party! • T, 4:00 p.m., 6/2—Art Club • T, 4:00 p.m., 6/23—Viking Moot • T, 4:00 p.m., 6/30—Water Festival

*All ages