Explore, Grow & Learn at the Library

2012 Summer Library Program

June 11 - August 4, 2012

SUMMER 2012

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BEAVER DAM COMMUNITY LIBRARY

Beaver Dam Community Library | 311 N. Spring St. | Beaver Dam, WI | 920-219-4400 | www.cityofbeaverdam.com/library

EXPLORE

Explore novel destinations and book a trip to discover new

worlds this summer with great books and fun programs at

your Beaver Dam Community Library!

GROW LEARN

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LIBRARY SCAVENGER HUNT

2012 TEEN & ADULT SUMMER PROGRAM

The Summer Reading Program for teens and adults runs for seven weeks.

Play reading EXPLORO each week for a cool prize. Visit the library at the start of the

summer to pick up your EXPLORO card.

HOW TO PLAY:

Each square has a number of minutes. Mark off squares as you read the number

of minutes indicated.

Get EXPLORO (seven squares in a row across, down or diagonal) each week,

June 18th to August 4, to get a prize at the library.

Complete the Library Scavenger Hunt to get the center scavenger hunt square.

Pick up the scavenger hunt list at the Front Desk.

Fill your entire card by August 4 and receive a

$5 gift certificate for the Beaver Dam Book World.

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Fill your entire EXPLORO card by August 4 and fill out a ticket for the end of summer Grand Prize Drawing. The drawing for spec-tacular prizes will be on Monday, August 6.

Join Benjamin Buchholz as he discusses his debut novel One Hundred and One Nights and his non-fiction book Private Soldiers. His novel was inspired by his experiences as a Civil Affairs Officer in Safwan, Iraq. Ben grew up in the Waupun area and is currently pursuing a degree at Princeton.

Meet Local Author Benjamin Buchholz

Wednesday, July 18 | 6 pm | Meeting Rm

BINGO FOR ALL AGES

Friday, June 22, July 27, August 24| 2pm

BINGO lovers of all ages are invited to Friday afternoon BINGO at the library.

Photos provided by: Department of Defense

Korean War: a Historical Perspective

Saturday, June 23 | 1 pm | Meeting Rm

Beaver Dam resident Jack Kwon, who was born and raised in South Korea, will give a historical presentation of the Korean War. He offers a unique insight into this time of history. This program will also honor those who served in the Kore-an War. Typical Korean appetizers will be served.

Page 3 ART, CRAFT & HOBBY WORKSHOPS RC Flight Simulator for Beginners | Saturday, June 23 | 10 am Aerobatics: Trick & Stunts | Friday, July 13 | 1 pm & Drop in practice on Sat., July 14, 21, 28 | 1pm

Experienced RC flyer will introduce the basics of flying RC planes and the Realflight 6 RC flight simu-lator, as well as explain the benefits of using a simulator before flying an RC plane. Calligraphy for Beginners | Tuesday, July 10 | 6 p.m. | Meeting Rm

Local artist Shannon Kelly will teach the basics of calligraphy. Participants will bring home a one-of-a-kind bookmark or framed calligraphy piece. Advance registration required. Limit: 20 Penny Rugs | Wednesday, July 25 | 6 p.m. | Meeting Rm Fiber artist Louise Budde will instruct the basics of making a penny rug, a folk art popularized in the mid-18th century. Participants will take home a small wool flower appliqué. Bring a sewing or any sharp scissors. Advance registration required. Limit: 20 Felted eReader Case/Bag | Wednesday, August 15 | 6 p.m. | Meeting Rm Local artist Shannon Kelly will teach participants the technique of wet felting. Participants will make a felted case that can be used for an e-reader or a bag. Advance registration required. Limit: 30

COOKING CLASSES Making Organic a Reality: Raising "Picky Eaters" in a Healthy Way | Tuesday, June 19 | 6 pm

As part of the Farm to Table Series, Emily Shier shares simple, economically-savvy solutions for in-corporating local, fresh, nutritious ingredients into your family's diet. The class will include tasty treats, hands-on practice, and practical ideas. No sign-up required. Homemade Ice Cream Making | Thursday, July 5 | 2 p.m. | Meeting Rm

Learn how to make simple, delicious homemade ice cream without a machine. There will also be a demonstration of how to make ice cream with a machine. Advance registration suggested.

Local Foods with an International Flair | Tuesday, July 17 | 6 pm | Meeting Rm

Taking the Farm to Table series around the world, Mason Zantow will share his creative approach to using summer produce to create healthy world cuisine with local ingredients. Participants will receive recipe cards to include in the Farm to Table recipe book. No sign-up required.

Fall Soups with Seasonal Produce | Tuesday, August 14 | 6:30 pm | Meeting Rm Continuing the Farm to Table series, Sarah Cournoyer will create a selection of fall soups with a few basic ingredients. Participants will receive recipe cards to include in the Farm to Table recipe book. No sign-up required.

GARDEN WORKSHOPS & EVENTS Container Gardening (for all ages) | Wednesday, June 6 | 6 p.m. | Meeting Rm

Learn helpful tips on how to plant container gardens for any space! Watch a demo of planting an Earth Box™ and make your own unique potted garden of flowers, herbs and edibles. No sign-up required. Art of Bonsai | Wednesday, June 20 | 7 p.m. | Meeting Rm Devon Cournoyer, member of the Badger Bonsai Society, will explain ancient techniques of Bonsai, styles/designs and species. He will also cover plants to use for Wisconsin climate. Bonsai is the art of aesthetic miniaturization of trees by growing them in containers. No sign-up required. Mosaic Garden Art: Part I & II | Wednesday, July 11 & Friday, July 13 | 6 pm | Lower Level Learn the art of mosaic in the two part class with experienced mosaic artists. Participants may select a project to mosaic: mirrors, flower pots, birdbaths or butterfly baths. Advance registration suggested. No limit. Fairy Gardens | Friday, July 20 | 2 pm | Meeting Room

Plant a beautiful miniature fairy garden that can be enjoyed by all ages. A large selection of natural items, miniature decorations and plants will be provided. Participants may bring special items to in-clude. No sign-up required. For the Birds: Teacup birdfeeder, bird bath & more | Wednesday, August 8 | 6 p.m. | Meeting Rm Do you love birds? Make your feathered friends a hanging birdbath, teacup birdfeeder or birdhouse decoration in this hands on workshop. Advance registration suggested. No limit.

HEALTH & WELLNESS Stretch & Breathe: Exercise for Relaxation | Tuesday, July 24, 31 & August 7 | 6pm | Lower Level

Gentle stretching exercises to reduce tension and stiffness, as well as breathing exercises to ener-gize the body and relax the mind. Advance registration suggested. No limit. Wear comfortable clothes.

Tai Chi | Tuesday, August 21, 28 & September 4 & 11 | 6pm | Lower Level

Gentle exercise that reduce stress, improves health, soothes the mind and produces a sense of well-being. Advance registration suggested. No limit. Wear comfortable clothes.

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Beaver Dam Community Library

Children’s Summer Program

June 11-August 4, 2012

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Beaver Dam Community Hospital, Beaver Dam Friends

of the Library, Beaver Dam Dental Group, Benvenuto's

Italian Grill, Book World, Brehm's Wonder Creek

Nursery, Culver's Restaurant, Dodge Central Credit Union,

Dos Gringo's Restaurant, Firefly Fibers, Pizza Hut,

Taco Bell, Tower Lanes and Mid-Wisconsin

Federated Library System

SUMMER READING PROGRAM June 11 - August 4, 2012

SUMMER READING EXPLORO

The Children’s Summer Reading Program runs for seven weeks. Play reading EXPLORO each week for a cool prize. Visit the library at the start of the summer to pick up your EXPLORE card. Each square has a number of minutes. Mark off squares as you read the number of minutes indicated. Get EXPLORO (seven squares in a row across, down or diagonal)

each week, June 18th to August 4, to get a prize at the library. Complete the Library Scavenger Hunt to get the center scavenger hunt square. Fill your entire card by August 4 and receive a $5 gift certificate for the Beaver Dam Book World.

STORYTIMES @ YOUR LIBRARY June 18 - August 16

Toddler Time | Mondays, 9:30am - 10am For 1 - 2 year olds and their caregivers. Come for a fun storytime with short picture books, songs, and finger-plays.

Preschool Stories | Mondays, 10am - 10:30am For 3 - 5 year olds and their caregivers. Join us for stories, finger-plays, songs and a simple craft.

Family Storytime | Thursdays, 10am - 10:30am For children and their caregivers. Join us for a family storytime with picture books, finger-plays, and songs.

Storytime is intended for individual families. Large daycares or childcare providers are asked to contact the library to set up separate storytimes.

*No Family Storytime Thursday, July 5

Lego Club Tuesday, June 26, July 24 & August 21 @ 2pm

Kids ages 4+ are invited to the library for Lego fun! Build and create using the library’s Lego collection. Lego creations will be displayed in the library between club meetings.

Please do not bring personal Lego collections. Only library Legos may be used. Donations of Legos are welcome!

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Library Summer Kick-Off | Monday, June 11 | 10am | Library Parking Lot

Kick-off the Summer Library Program with the Beaver Dam Police and Fire Departments.

Star Wars Party | Saturday, June 16 | 1-3pm | Beaver Dam Library

Celebrate everything Star Wars with costumes, crafts, games, food and more!

Greg Heffley’s Birthday Party: A Diary of a Wimpy Kid Event | Wednesday, June 20 | 2-4pm

Celebrate all things Wimpy Kid at Greg Heffley’s birthday party! Come for Diary of a Wimpy Kid trivia,

games, journal making and more!

Singer Randy Peterson | Thursday, June 21 | 2pm | Library Basement

Musical fun for everyone! All ages welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of the Beaver Dam

Community Library.

Bubble Wonders with Geoff Akins | Thursday, June 28 | 2pm | Library Basement

Come for an afternoon of bubble filled entertainment with bubble guy, Geoff Akins. All ages welcome.

Sponsored by the Mid-Wisconsin Federated Library System.

Oneida Storyteller Debra Morningstar | Thursday, July 12 | 2pm | Library Basement

Join Debra as she shares Native American stories of “How Chipmunk Got His Stripes” ... “How Turtle

Cracked His Shell” ... and more! All ages welcome.

Lake Days Storytime | Saturday, July 14 | Noon - 1pm | Tahoe Park

Join Ms. Elissa during Lake Days for a musically inspired storytime and craft. All Ages welcome!

Insect Ambassadors* | Tues, July 17 | 2pm & 3pm | Beaver Dam Library

Learn fun information about insects, including how they survive, ways they communicate and much

more! Get an up close look at the visiting insects during this hands-on presentation!

*This program is for children ages 5 to 14. Space is limited to 50 kids per session. Free tickets

available in the library at the check out desk starting Monday, June 18.

READ with Rover | Thursday, July 19 & August 2 | 2pm - 3:30pm | Children’s Area

Readers of all ages and reading levels are invited to read with a R.E.A.D therapy dog! Snuggle up to

read a story with a four-legged friend. 10 minute slots are available. Sign-up on day of event only.

Juggler Truly Remarkable Loon | Thursday, July 26 | 2pm | Library Basement

Join Madison comedy juggler, Truly Remarkable Loon, for an afternoon of juggling fun! All ages welcome.

SUMMER EVENTS & PERFORMERS

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KID’S SUMMER MOVIES - Open to Everyone!

Hop | Monday, June 18 @ 2pm | Rated PG | 96 min.

The Secret World of Arrietty | Monday, July 9 @ 2pm | Rated G | 94 min.

Hugo | Monday, July 23 @ 2pm | Rated PG | 126 min.

Chipwrecked | Monday, August 6 @ 2pm | Rated G | 87 min.

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@ y o u r B e a v e r D a m C o m m u n i t y L i b r a r y

Grow Your Own Lunch | Tuesday, June 12 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Plant a mini garden to grow a salad, stir fry or pizza spices!

Father’s Day Craft: Take-Out Tackle Box | Thursday, June 14 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Use colorful take-out boxes to create a cool carrying case for Dad or your favorite adult.

Healthy Kids: Breakfast Boosters | Tuesday, June 19 | 4pm | Meeting Room

Kids learn to make a nutritious, fun and simple breakfast during this hands-on program.

Friday BINGO for All Ages | Friday, June 22, July 27, August 24| 2pm | Meeting Room

BINGO lovers of all ages are invited to Friday afternoon BINGO at the library.

Kite Making and Flying | Monday, June 25 | 2pm | Meeting Room & Grounds

Build and decorate your own summer kite, then stay to fly your new kite.

Pokémon Club | Saturday, June 30 & July 28 | 10am - Noon | Meeting Room

Join other Pokémon fans for a morning of trades and battles. All ages welcome!

Butterfly Feeders | Monday, July 2 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Create a simple colorful feeder to attract butterflies all summer long

Ice Cream Making | Thursday, July 5 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Make your own summer ice cream at the library. Advance registration suggested.

Healthy Kids: Lazy Lunches | Tuesday, July 10 | 4pm | Meeting Room

Kids learn to make a nutritious, fun and simple lunch during this hands-on program.

Fairy Gardens | Friday, July 20 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Make a beautiful mini fairy house and garden.

Lake Days Storytime | Saturday, July 14 | Noon - 1pm | Tahoe Park

Join Ms. Elissa during Lake Days for a musically inspired storytime and craft. All Ages welcome!

Sharpie Tie-Dye | Monday July 16 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Use multicolored Sharpie markers to create an eye catching tie-dye shirt. Basic T-Shirts will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring a plain T-Shirt of their choosing. Please wear

play clothes, Sharpie makers can stain permanently.

Wii Wednesday | Wednesday, July 18 & August 15 | 2 - 4pm | Meeting Room

Kids of all ages are invited to drop in to play Wii games.

Discovery Day | Tuesday, July 31 | 2 - 4pm | Meeting Room

Imagine, discover and create during this drop-in science exploration afternoon.

Healthy Kids: Super Suppers | Tuesday, August 7 | 4pm | Meeting Room

Kids learn to make a nutritious, fun and simple supper during this hands-on program.

Magic Wallet Craft | Tuesday, August 14 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Make a magic trick wallet to store your library card and amaze your friends.

Kids’ Workshops & Activities

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TEEN WORKSHOPSTEEN WORKSHOPSTEEN WORKSHOPS

2012 TEEN SUMMER PROGRAM 2012 TEEN SUMMER PROGRAM 2012 TEEN SUMMER PROGRAM

The Summer Reading Program for teens and adults runs

for seven weeks. Play reading EXPLORO each week for a

cool prize. Visit the library at the start of the summer to

pick up your EXPLORO card. See page 2 for details.

Teen Book Pics All you need is a book and a camera or your cell phone!

Choose a book with an interesting cover, stage it anyway, anywhere you want

and take a picture. Email your picture (or a link to your picture) to

ewerte@mwfls.org along with a title for your photo, your name and phone number.

Teen Book Pics will be posted to the library Facebook page.

Photos received by August 4 will be eligible to be Teen Book Pic of

the summer! Voting will take place the week of August 6.

*Use of photo editing tools such as Photoshop, Picasa, etc. IS allowed!

Book-quet

Thieving Kitty

Star Wars Party | Saturday, June 16 | 1-3pm | Beaver Dam Library Celebrate everything Star Wars with costumes, crafts, games, foods and more! RC Flight Simulator for Beginners | Saturday, June 23 | 10 am | Meeting Room

Aerobatics: Trick & Stunts | Friday, July 13 | 1 pm and Drop in practice on Saturday July 14, 21, 28 at 1pm

Experienced RC flyer will introduce the basics of flying a RC plane and the Realflight 6 RC flight simulator, as well as explain the benefits of using a simulator before flying an RC plane. Ice Cream Making | Thursday, July 5 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Make your own summer ice cream at the library. Sharpie Tie-Dye | Monday July 16 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Use multicolored Sharpie markers to create an eye catching tie-dye shirt. Basic T-Shirts will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring a plain T-Shirt of their choosing. Please wear clothes that can get dirty, sharpie makers can stain permanently.

Wii Wednesday | Wednesday, July 18 & August 15 | 2 - 4pm | Meeting Room

Kids of all ages are invited to drop in to play Wii games. Fairy Gardens | Friday, July 20 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Make a beautiful mini fairy house and garden. Duct Tape Cell Phone Case | Wednesday, August 1 | 2pm | Meeting Room Use duct tape to create a unique personalized cell phone case. Magic Wallet Craft | Tuesday, August 14 | 2pm | Meeting Room

Make a magic trick wallet to store your library card and amaze your friends.

F i n d u s o n F a c e b o o k , G o o g l e + , T w i t t e r ,

P i n t e r e s t o r v i s i t u s o n l i n e !

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Library Hours:

Monday - Friday 9am - 8:30 p.m.

Saturday 9am - 5 p.m.

Sunday Closed * The Library will be closed on Monday July 4th.

Name the Tree MONSTER

in the library’s front garden. Pick a slip at the Front Desk.

The winning name will be engraved on a plaque and

you win a small prize!!

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NOngoing Adult

Programs

Genealogy Forum

June 13 | 6 pm July 19 | 10 am

August 22 | 6 pm

Spanish Conversation

Wednesdays | 6 pm Intermediate Spanish speakers

are invited to join the

conversation class at any time.

Stitch Night

Last Tuesday of the month June 26, July 31, August 28 | 6 pm

SUMMER FILMS

Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back | Saturday, June 9 @ 1 pm | Rated: PG | 124 mins.

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi | Friday, June 15 @ 5:30 pm | Rated: PG | 134 mins.

Hop | Monday, June 18 @ 2pm | Rated PG | 96 min.

The Secret World of Arrietty | Monday, July 9 @ 2pm | Rated G | 94 min.

The Vow | Saturday, July 7 @ 1 pm | Rated: PG-13 | 104 mins.

Hugo | Monday, July 23 @ 2pm | Rated PG | 126 min.

Chipwrecked | Monday, August 6 @ 2pm | Rated G | 87 min.

Big Miracle | Saturday, August 11 @ 1pm | Rated PG | 107 min.