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Upcoming FREE Programs and Events All events take place in the Community Room, unless otherwise noted.
Family Film Friday Join us for a fun movie fit for the entire family! Beginning in June and lasting through July, Family
Film Friday will take place every Friday at 4:00pm. Sponsored by the Azle Library Trust. Free popcorn
provided by the Friends of the Library.
Time: 4:00pm Dates & Movies:
6/1: Happy Feet 2 (PG) 6/8: Cars 2 (G)
6/15:Toy Story 3 (G)
6/22: The Princess & the Frog (G) 6/29: Despicable Me (PG)
Children’s Summer Reading Performances See the inside of this newsletter for details.
Dates: June 5th-July 11th
CHIP/Medicaid Enrollment Date: Tuesday, June 5th & 19th
Time: 2:00-4:30pm Location: Library Foyer
Wonderful Wednesday Storytimes See the inside of this flyer for details. Dates: June 6th-July 18th
Teen Council Meeting Teens ages 12-19 are welcome to attend and share their ideas about teen library programs.
Date: Thursday, June 7th Time: 5:30-6:30pm
What’s Cookin’? Learn cooking techniques, discover new recipes,
and sample tasty foods at this monthly program! Date: Monday, June 11th
Time: 4:30pm Topic: Food and recipes found in literature.
The Age Of Impressionism Join us as TCU professor Shelly Matthews discusses The Age of Impressionism in conjunction with the
special exhibit at the Kimbell Art Museum. Date: Tuesday, June 12th
Time: 6:30pm
Craftalicious: Go Go Wild! Make a unique wildflower card to grow in your garden and learn earth saving tips. For all ages.
Date: Thursday, June 14th
Time: 10:00am Location: Library Entrance
Blood Drive See the inside of the newsletter for details. Date: Thursday, June 14th
Time: 2:00-6:30pm (come-and-go)
READ to a Dog Children of all ages will be able to read to a certified therapy dog.
Date: Sunday, June 17th Time: 2:30-4:00pm (come-and-go)
Main Street Book Club Adults of all ages are welcome to attend and
discuss the monthly book selection. Date: Tuesday, June 19th Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Book: How Green Was My Valley by Richard Llewellyn
Senior Cinema Adults of all ages are welcome. Sponsored by the Azle Library Trust. Free popcorn provided by the
Friends of the Library. Date: Monday, June 25th Time: 2:00pm
Movie: Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (PG-13)
Adult Book Craft Adults of all ages will learn how to make their own literary themed coasters.
Date: Thursday, June 28th Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Azle Memorial Library 333 W. Main St.
Azle, Texas 76020 Phone-817-444-7216 Fax-817-444-7064
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June 2012
Azle Memorial Library Summer Reading Staff Picks
Hope Suggests:
“Girls Don’t Fly” by Kristen Chandler YA FIC CHANDLER
Curren Suggests: “A Discovery of Witches” by Deborah Harkness FIC HARKNESS (Also the July Main Street Book Club Pick!)
Nancy Recommends: “Benjamin Franklinstein Lives!” by Matthew McElligott J FIC MCELLIGOTT
Meg Recommends: “Roses” by Leila Meacham FIC MEACHAM
Meg Also Suggests: “Ready Player One” by Ernest Cline FIC CLINE
Megan Recommends: “The Maze Runner” by James Dashner J FIC DASHNER
Children’s Summer Reading Club (ages birth-12):
Be A Detective! Grab your magnifying glass and plan for an exciting discovery of ideas far and wide as “Get A Clue… At The Library,” the 2012 Summer Reading Club begins June 5th. Summer Reading Club participants birth through age 12 who read at least 5 books are eligible to receive a free ticket to Ringling Brothers Circus, an ice cream treat, and a free ticket to a Texas Rangers game in July. Other prizes will be awarded based on minutes read, and top readers will receive trophies at the Awards Ceremony on July 24th.
Also enjoy the FREE Tuesday professional performances! Space is limited, so be sure to arrive early! A list of June performances is below. Check out the Children’s Summer Reading Club Brochure or visit www.azlelibrary.org for a full schedule and additional information.
June 5th (10am and 1pm) - Mondo Drummers: Percussion extravaganza!
June 12th (10am and 1pm) - Soup & Big E: Laughter, silliness and music!
June 19th (10am and 1pm) - Science Safari: Take a trip into the world of science!
June 26th (10am and 1pm) - Critterman “Squirm Factor”: Awesome animals!
*Summer Reading is sponsored by the Azle Library Trust and Friends of the Azle Library*
Get hungry for books with Teen Summer
Reading!
The 2nd annual Teen Summer Reading Club begins in June! Participants (ages 12-18) will be eligible to win awesome prizes and attend
the end of summer celebration. For more information please visit www.azlelibrary.org
or visit the Library and ask to speak to the Teen Summer Reading Coordinator.
Prizes include: Hunger Games Gift Pack
Skateboard Movie Tickets
Gift Cards AND MANY MORE!
The Azle Memorial Library is excited to
announce its first Adult Summer Reading Club for ages 18 and older! The theme this year is “Master the Art of Reading.” Participants will
be eligible to win great prizes! Visit the Library between June 5th and July 25th to register
and enter to win. Winners will be announced at the finale party on Thursday, July 26 at 4:30
pm. in the Library Community Room.
Prizes Include:
Nook Simple Touch $50 gas card Salon Gift Certificate Books Free Car Washes Pilates Gift Set
AND MANY MORE!
You’re Invited….
To Help Solve The Mysteries Of Harris Burdick!
Choose from one of 5 mysteries located near the Children’s Area and pick up an entry form.
Write your “solution” as a story (see the requirements for participation)
Submit your entry by 8pm on 7/17 to be eligible for judging.
HAVE FUN!!! Ribbons awarded in 4 age categories (ages 7-adults)
Questions? Ask for Library staff members Miss Nancy or Miss Meg.
Rock ‘N Roll Up Your Sleeve!
Thursday, June 14th is your chance to help save lives and feel good about doing it. The Azle Memorial Library is partnering with the Red Cross to bring you the Rock ‘N Roll Up Your Sleeve blood drive.
All presenting donors will receive a rock-n-roll t-shirt and be eligible to win a Gibson guitar! PLUS: all those aged 16-21 who attempt to donate blood or platelets are eligible to win a $5,000 scholarship!
Thursday, June 14th 2:00 - 6:30pm Azle Library Community Room
Toddler Tales 10:00 - 10:30am
Ages 18 months - 36 months
Preschool Storytime 10:45 - 11:15am Ages 3 - 6 years
Join us each Wednesday from June 6th-July 11th for a special storytime. Each week kids who attend will receive a special bookmark!
Older siblings welcome to attend and join the fun!
Check out Azle’s Local Authors!
Local talent is easy to find with the
NEW Local Author’s Section at the Azle
Memorial Library! Located behind the
new books shelf (near reference), this
section features works from past and
current residents of Azle. All books are
available for check out.
Are you a published author living
in Azle? If so, we welcome your donation
towards the Local
Authors Section.
Please inquire with
the Library Director.