TAG – `Tweens Advisory Group
Posted by zblibrary on February 9, 2010
`Tweens (ages 11-14) can plan fun and exciting library programs. Share ideas and opinions with other `tweens while you munch on snacks, talk, have fun and give advice. Register to become an official TAG member and to attend each meeting!
Tuesdays, March 9, April 6 and May 11 at 6:00 p.m.
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Homeschool Network
Posted by zblibrary on February 2, 2010
This informal, parent-run meeting is for all homeschoolers and prospective homeschoolers. Please bring a snack and a drink, along with a craft or board game for the kids to enjoy while parents network.
Tuesdays, March 2, April 6 and May 4, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
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Diary of a ZB Kid
Posted by zblibrary on February 2, 2010
What kind of kid R U? Kids in second grade and up—submit journal entries or comics about your life. Be sure to name your journal (e.g. Diary of a Goofy Kid). Email or drop off your journal entries and earn prizes, including: a personalized button, stickers, pencil, Wimpy Kid bookmark, magnet, and Mom Bucks (redeemable at the Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party).
Visit http://diaryofazbkid.wordpress.com for information, games and to read all of the journals.
March 1-29
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African-American Read-In
Posted by zblibrary on January 27, 2010
Community leaders will share select readings from notable African-American writers.
Saturday, Feb. 27, 2-4 p.m.
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Winter Olympics Celebration
Posted by zblibrary on January 15, 2010
Compete in the ZB Library winter Olympic Games with events like the marshmallow tower, basket “snow” ball and the snowball bounce. Refreshments will be served after the games. For children in kindergarten-fifth grade.
Monday, Feb. 15, 1-3 p.m.
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Make Valentines @ the Library
Posted by zblibrary on January 8, 2010
Make Valentine’s Day special with handmade valentines. A different kit will be available each day between Feb. 8-13 at the youth reference desk. Limit one kit per day.
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Legacy-Our Wealth of Music
Posted by zblibrary on January 6, 2010
Trace the musical history of African-Americans from slave work songs to gospel and jazz to rap with vocalist Maggie Brown. After the performance, the Zion Human Relations Commission will present the annual Outstanding Citizen Awards.
Saturday, Feb. 6, 1-3 p.m.
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Storytimes
Posted by zblibrary on December 19, 2009
Infants & Toddlers Together [To age 3]
Registration required.
Mondays, Jan. 18-Feb. 8, 6-6:30 p.m.
Tiny Tyke Time [18 months to age 3]
Registration required.
Tuesdays, Jan. 19-Feb. 9, 10:30-11 a.m.
Preschool Storytime [Ages 3 to 6]
Stories, fingerplays and songs. Each storytime session will have an activity that focuses on a skill needed before children learn to read. Registration not required.
Mondays, Jan. 18-Mar. 22, 10:30-11 a.m.
Tuesdays, Jan. 19-Mar. 23, 9:30-10 a.m.
Thursdays, Jan. 21-Mar. 25, 6:30-7 p.m.
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‛Tweens (Ages 11-14)
Posted by zblibrary on December 14, 2009
‛Tweens Advisory Group
Come and help plan fun and exciting library programs for winter and spring. This is your chance to share ideas and opinions with other ‛tweens while you munch, talk, have fun and give advice! Munchies available; just bring your ideas! Registration is requested.
Thursdays, Jan. 14 and Feb. 11, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
‛Tweens Podcasting Club
Meet monthly to create Book Talk Podcasts from titles nominated for the 2010 Rebecca Caudill Young Reader’s Book Award—Illinois Children’s Choice Award. Each ‛tween podcaster who creates their own podcast gets a chance to win monthly prizes. Snacks provided. Registration is requested
Saturdays, Jan. 16 and Feb. 27, 2:30-4 p.m.
Journalist Team
Become an ace reporter!
Tuesday, Jan. 19, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Celebrate Your Un-Birthday
Saturday, Feb. 13, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
BeeTweens Blog
Share your opinions, listen to Book Talk Podcasts, write book reviews and discover What’s the Buzz! Have Questions? Talk to us through our blog. Find us at http://beetweens.wordpress.com.
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Cafecito Con Las Comadres
Posted by zblibrary on December 7, 2009
Únete a este grupo de damas Hispanas donde compartimos la lectura de libros y conversamos acerca del tema del libro que leemos. Leeremos libros en español y también en inglés. Esta es una gran opportunidad para que práctiques tus destrezas del lenguaje inglés a la misma vez que compartes un cafecito con las comadres.
Si tienes niños menores de 6 años puedes traerlos para que ellos participen en el program de lectura de cuentos para niños mientras tu compartes con las comadres.
Jueves, Enero 7 & 21, Feberero 4 & 18, y Marzo 4 & 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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