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Greetings, paranormal investigators!

School is almost out and we are celebrating the spookiest time of the year, Halloween! So get a head start on the holidays, pull your socks up, and prepare yourself for a shiver fest at the libraries!

Treat yourself to some chilling tales and Halloween-themed crafts with Special Storytelling and Craft: Halloween and Time for Spook! taking place at Queenstown and Ang Mo Kio Public Libraries (pages 9 and 13). Dress up for the occasion, attend Halloween Storytelling Special at Marine Parade Public Library as your favourite spook and shiver your toes off with Super Storytastic Special: Halloween at Bukit Merah Public Library. Details on pages 13 and 16.

Bedok Public Library is also re-opening its doors this month! Mark your diary for the grand opening on 28 October and enjoy the bonanza of performances, workshops and storytelling sessions in store for you! Don’t forget to swing by on Halloween Day itself (31st October) to catch ST*ART Series: Creepy Halloween for a full hour of spooky stories and creepy crafts! For all the exciting programmes taking place at the launch, check our centrespread on pages 14 and 15.

Happy Halloween, everyone!

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Children's SpecialsChildren's Specials

PLAyTImE@LIBRARy 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 October, 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 October, 3.00 pm – 6.00 pmBukit Panjang Public Library, Stories Come Alive Room (Children’s Zone)

Join us for Playtime@Library! In this unstructured play programme, children and parents can learn, socialise and make new friends. Enjoy the books and variety of educational aids we have! This programme is open to children aged 6 years and below. Please note that this is a free and self-guided programme. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

BABywEARIngSg: wOvEn wRAPS AnD RIngSLIngS1 October, 2.30 pm – 6.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Find out how fabric blends and weaves contribute to make ideal carrier wraps in our local climate. Get your hands on sample wraps, understand what makes them different, what works for you and how to wear a woven wrap for the comfort of both parent and child.

This will be followed by Q&A, and new parents/parents-to-be will be able to try some of the carriers available in the market. Babywearing Singapore group will also hold their monthly Sling Meet after the talk, where new and current members of the group mingle and share their passion for carriers and children. For more information, check out https://www.facebook.com/groups/babywearingsg/

myTH mASTERS' CHILDREn'S DAy JunIOR SPECIAL PROgRAmmE6 October, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmAng mo Kio Public Lobrary, Programme Zone

Want to say "Hi" to magical beings and fantastic beasts? Find out all about incredible Chinese legendary characters through exciting stories at the public library! For children aged 7 to 12.

你想和各个神通广大的人物打招呼并通过精彩的故事来了解他们吗？欢迎你参与《传奇风云》在公共图书馆的儿童节特别节目。此活动适合七至十二岁的儿童参与。

STORyTELLIng @ OuR TAmPInES gALLERy4 October, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pmTampines Regional Library, Our Tampines gallery

Join our storytellers as they bring you a world of fascinating tales on Singapore’s history and heritage. Fun and excitement awaits! Suitable for all ages.

CHILDREn'S DAy STORyTELLIng SPECIAL5 October, 3.30 pm – 4.30 pmmarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

It's a magical day for students of Hogwarts! Treat yourself with a special storytelling session for Children's Day and get to bring home your very own magical craft! For children aged 6 to 10.

CHILDREn'S DAy SPECIAL! SKPL CELEBRATES wITH yOu!5 October, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Drop in for a fun time in the library, fill your ears with great stories and bring home a little keepsake in celebration of Children's Day! For children aged 4 to 8.

[TwEEnS] PHOTOgRAPHy AS A LIfELOng HOBBy6 & 13 October, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Calling all photography enthusiasts! Delve into what makes a perfect shot with the Photographic Society of Singapore. Learn from the experts on how to adjust camera settings and frame your shots to capture those priceless moments. Participants are required to bring along their personal DSLRs or digital cameras. For tweens aged 10 to 14.

SuPER STORyTASTIC SPECIAL: TwIRLIng THAumOTROPES6 October, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

Think you trust your eyes? Do you see what I see? Find out what happens when you twirl two images faster than your eyes can handle!

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This programme is for free admission however registration is required. Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.

wRITE yOuR wAy TO An A* COmPOSITIOn 1 October, 11.30 am – 1.00 pmSerangoon Public Library, Programme Zone

Find out how you can help your children score in their PSLE compositions in this talk by Adeline, a mother, an educator and author of PLSE composition guides. Gain insights on how to make writing easy and enjoyable for your children with tips and strategies imparted.

让孩童通过生动的讲故事节目，享受学华语的乐趣、激发想象力、培养良好价值观，度过一个充实的周末！趣味故事，精彩童年，这是该欢笑，该想象的年龄。节目欢迎家长陪同。

Join storytellers from Chou Sing Chu Foundation in a series of fun-filled, interactive Chinese storytelling sessions. Stories told are suitable for children aged 4 to 10 and fun activities are included in every session. Parents are welcome to join in.

周星衢基金儿童讲故事节目Chou Sing Chu Foundation Chinese Storytelling

让故事活起来!Stories Come Alive @NLB

7 & 21 October, 11.30 am – 12.00 pmTampines Regional Library,

Books for Babies

7 October, 12.00 pm - 12.30 pmToa Payoh Public Library,

Activity Zone

8 October, 2.30 pm – 3.00 pmCheng San Public Library,

Open Stage

28 October, 1.00 pm – 1.30 pmSengkang Public Library,

Early Literacy Section

《假若，仅剩最后一只大象》7 October, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmBishan Public Library, Programme Zone

想了解野生动物的训练过程吗？作家翁铭芯将分享她在泰国大象收容所的经历，让孩子和家长从中理解保护大自然和濒临绝种的动物的重要性。她也会通过她的绘本《森林里的食人象》带出孩子对森林野生动物的想像。主讲者：翁铭芯 10年记者，喜欢自己是一名记者，因为可以从报导的过程中去探讨许多事件的真实与虚假。喜欢义工活动，在决定放自己一个长假时，不想只是单纯的旅行，所以躲进泰国大象收容所去当义工。在还未到达大象收容所之前，以为自己将成为大象象夫，原来不是。在大象收容所里，所有义工都是负责带领游客游览园区，并在带领的过程中传达大象保育的信息。本讲座适合小朋友与家长参与。

EmERgEnCy PREPAREDnESS (EP) READy KIDS 7 October, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmBishan Public Library, Programme Zone

Learn all about fire and road safety, community and vigilance! Know what to do in emergency situations and for safety with the help of props, role-play and Q&A. For children aged 4 to 8.

unDERSTAnDIng gIfTED KIDS7 October, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pmBukit Panjang Public Library, Programme Zone (Adults’ & Teens’ Zones)

This talk aims to bring awareness to the unique needs of gifted children and ways of addressing them by tackling the myths that surrround gifted kids. Find out how gifted children can learn to engage productively in school, maintain interest in their studies and foster open communications with their peers and teachers.

DO yOu HAvE PICKLE mAnIA?7 October, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmmarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone15 October, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Enjoy a taste-testing and book reading session with children's author, Srividhya Venkat and her picture book Pickle Mania. Nitya wants to be just like her grandfather who eats fiery-red pickles at every meal, but her plea for a taste is turned down because "pickles are too spicy for children". So what will she do to satisfy her pickle mania? For children aged 4 to 8.

BABy LAPSIT PROgRAmmE 12 October, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pmTampines Regional Library, Programme Zone17 October, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmwoodlands Regional Library, Everest Room27 October, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)

Join us for 30 minutes of bonding fun with your baby and engage your little one through meaningful play! Research has shown that from the time they are infants, children learn the patterns of language. Songs and rhymes play an important role in stimulating your baby’s language development. In this session, you will be introduced to simple songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that you can use to interact and bond with your baby at home. These songs and rhymes are especially selected for babies under one, and incorporate gentle swaying and bouncing movements that babies enjoy. Remember to also bring home some books that the librarian will recommend for your little one. For parents with babies up to 12 months.

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HEALTHy PAREnTS, HEALTHy KIDS 14 October, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmBukit Panjang Public Library, Programme Zone (Adults’ & Teens’ Zones)

Growing together as a healthy family is not an easy task. Find out how parents and caregivers can create a healthy home environment for both children and adults when you attend the talk and get a chance to receive a free body composition measurement and/or an antioxidants scan.

100 DIgITS Of PI 14 October, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Learn a few fun ways to memorise the first 100 digits of pi, one of the most important numbers in science and mathematics with a few well-established tricks! For children aged 9 to 12 years.

STORyTELLIng SPECIAL: yOu CAn BE An AngEL TOO!14 October, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Activity Zone

Do you hope to be able to save lives when you grow up? Find out how nurses do that every day in our storytelling session where they share about what they do and their inspiring experiences at work!

儿童故事乐 mAnDARIn STORyTELLIng (6-10) 14 & 28 October, 2.00 pm – 2.30 pmlibrary@chinatown, Programme Zone

小朋友好!唐城图书馆欢迎你们来参加我们每月的儿童故事乐。你将有机会听许多有趣生动的故事。儿童故事乐无需登记，入场免费，座位有限，欢迎大家踊跃参与。

THE PRESCHOOL yEARS: 3 CRITICAL HABITS Of mInD AnD HOw TO nuRTuRE THEm 14 October, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmSerangoon Public Library, Programme Zone21 October, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmBukit Panjang Public Library, Programme Zone (Adults’ & Teens’ Zones)

Young children are primed to pick up skills and knowledge that can help them thrive. However, habits of mind are not set in stone, and can be cultivated to enhance quality of learning. This talk highlights 3 critical habits of mind – curiosity, creativity and collaboration, and provides some ways parents and caregivers can nurture these in their preschool children to form the foundation of a good learning attitude.

ORIgAmI wORKSHOP: THE ART Of PAPER fOLDIng14 October, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Fold colourful papers into dinosaurs, sharks, pandas, flowers and many more in this origami workshop! Participants get to bring home some beautiful souvenirs while developing fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination. For children aged 6 and above.

OnCE uPOn A (PLAyfuL) TImE 14 October, 12.00 pm – 1.30 pmPasir Ris Public Library, Programme Zone

Stories are very much a part of childhood, acting as fuel to fire a playful imagination. Relive the fun times by playing storytelling games where a little twist here, a tiny surprise there go a long way to breath life into a story! Each participant will have the opportunity to experience and play a mix of 3 different storytelling games during the programme.

ExTEnDIng SCIEnCE LEARnIng ExPERIEnCES AT HOmE14 October, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmmarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Celebrate 40 years of mind-blowing events with Science Centre Singapore! Use activity kits at this special series of workshops to make solar toys, VR goggles or even automatons! Take part as parent-child teams to explore the wonders of science and hear about the facts you can learn in nature and man-made inventions. For children aged 12 and below. Each registration is for a parent-child pair.

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SPECIAL STORyTELLIng AnD CRAfT: HALLOwEEn 21 October, 10.30 pm – 11.30 amQueenstown Public Library, Storytelling Corner

Don't miss out on this special Halloween-themed storytelling and craft session! Delicious shivers and spooky crafts await! For children aged 4 to 6.

KELAB mEmBACA wIRA PInTAR20 October, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmTampines Regional Library, Programme Zone27 October, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmSerangoon Public Library, Programme Zone28 October, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmSembawang Public Library, Programme Room

Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar, bertujuan memupuk minat membaca dalam Bahasa Melayu di kalangan kanak-kanak yang berusia 7 hingga 10 tahun. Di samping menanam tabiat membaca yang sihat, kami sediakan pelbagai aktiviti menarik dan menyeronokkan.

The reading club. Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar aims to foster interest in reading in Malay and instilling healthy reading habits among children aged between 7 and 10 years old. This will be implemented through book-based and other fun activities.

TECH fOR KIDS (An InTRODuCTIOn TO ROBOTICS) 20 October, 3.30 pm – 4.30 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

Lego is one of the world’s most popular toys for children, and building robots with Lego takes that love for building a step further. Pick up the basics of robotics, build your own lego robot and have fun exploring the endless possibilities with robotics. This programme is brought to you by Teck Whye Secondary School. For children aged 6 to 10.

[TwEEnS] my PHOTO STORy 20 & 27 October, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Engage in a series of photography challenges that will test your skills as a photographer and and pick up skills needed to take good photos that communicate your thoughts and ideas. Organised by the School of Science and Technology (Singapore), here's your chance to learn about different types of shots, photography styles and photo editing from budding photographers just like yourself! Participants are required to bring a mobile phone with a camera. For tweens aged 10 to 14.

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monstrous fun20 October, 3.00 pm – 4.00pmgeylang East Public Library, Activity Room

Are you thrilled by monsters both scary and cute? Join us as we listen to stories featuring very different kinds of monsters, then unleash your creativity in making your very own hungry monster card. For children aged 4 to 8.

Huff! & Puff! with Dragons 23 October, 3.00 pm – 4.00pmgeylang East Public Library, Activity Room

Embark on adventure tales with dragons and find out what makes them tick in this special storytelling session where you also get to create your very own dragon puppet! For children aged 5 to 9.

Stars and Planets 24 October, 3.00 pm – 4.00pmgeylang East Public Library, Activity Room

Go out of this world as we explore our solar system and learn fun facts about planets around Earth. Create your very own paper solar system mobile out of planets and stars, decorate it as you wish and take it home with you! For children aged 4 to 8.

School's almost out! get a headstart on the holidays at the library!

Geylang East Public Library's Children's Specials

KELAB mEmBACA wIRA CERDIK@CCKPL21 October, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

Kelab Membaca Wira Cerdik@CCKPL merupakan kerjasama NLB dan Pre-school Teachers Network Singapore (PTNS). Kelab membaca ini bertujuan memupuk minat membaca dalam Bahasa Melayu, khususnya dalam kalangan kanak-kanak berumur antara 4 hingga 6 tahun. Ini akan diterapkan melalui aktiviti-aktiviti berasaskan buku. Anggota-anggota kelab akan bertemu pada hari Sabtu ketiga setiap bulan. Jika anda berminat untuk mendaftarkan anak anda sebagai ahli, sila dapatkan borang pendaftaran dari kaunter khidmat pelanggan perpustakaan.

LET'S gET CLAy-ATIvE! By SEng KAng PRImARy SCHOOL21 October, 1.00 pm – 1.30 pm21 October, 1.30 pm – 2.00 pm21 October, 2.00 pm – 2.30 pm21 October, 2.30 pm – 3.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Unleash your artistic flair with air dry clay! Learn sculpting techniques and create cute characters and beautiful items once you have mastered the basics of form, shape and colour!

398.2 guEST STORyTELLIng SESSIOn 21 October, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmToa Payoh Public Library, Programme Zone22 October, 12.30 pm – 1.30 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)28 October, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pmSembawang Public Library, Reading Deck28 October, 5.00 pm – 6.00 pmwoodlands Regional Library, Everest Room29 October, 12.30 pm – 1.30 pmCentral Public Library, Treehouse Library

Where is 398.2? Hint: it’s not a GPS location. But it is somewhere in the library! Join us for a celebration of folklore and fairy tales with Roger Jenkins and his tellers to find out more! Expect a performative and exciting storytelling session with engaging tellers and characters and help us kick start the 398.2 Storytelling Festival 2017, held on 19 November 2017 at the National Library Building.

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[BOOK TALK] “I DOn’T wAnT TO…” - STORIES CHILDREn wAnT PAREnTS AnD CARERS TO HEAR 26 October, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong west Public Library, Programme Zone

Listen to a reading of a compendium of real-life stories written by children who struggle with mental health conditions. Find out how they voice their need for help as well as the creative ways they have to adopt to manage their problems and overcome adversity.

EngLISH STORyTELLIng By ODySSEy27 October, 4.30 pm – 5.00 pmmarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Presenting a special storytelling session conducted in English and Mandarin every last friday of the month by teachers from Odyssey the Global Preschool (Still Road)! Bring along your children to be enchanted by engaging stories that emphasise vocabulary learning. For children aged 4 to 6.

TImE fOR SPOOK!25 October, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmAng mo Kio Public Library, Activity Room

It's spooky time! Join us for a shivering and finger-tingling hour of spooky stories, and bring home a little spooky treat! For children aged 4 to 6.

READIng IS fun: START nOw!21 October, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)

Reading helps your child’s early literacy development. Learn how you can choose excellent picture books to enjoy with your child and exciting ways to make reading a fun family activity! For parents of children 6 and below.

HALLOwEEn STORyTELLIng SPECIAL25 October, 7.00 pm – 8.00 pmmarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Join us for an hour of horror stories and fun-filled activities as we celebrate all things spooky! All participants are encouraged to dress up for the occasion. If you have it, 'haunt' it! For children aged 4 to 10.

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Loving Nature Art Making Activity by Bedok Green Primary School (BGPS)28 October, 10.30 am – 2.00 pmProgramme Room, Level 3

Create beautiful artwork out of recycled materials with Bedok Green Primary School and bring home the labours of your hard work!

Payung Datuk Adil (Umbrella of Adil’s Grandfather) by Bartley Secondary School28 October, 10:10 am – 10.40 amStorytelling Circle, Level 3

Grandfather has a special umbrella and Adil is about the find out why it is so special. A bilingual storytelling session presented by students of Bartley Secondary School who take on various roles in the story to fascinating effect!

NEW BEGINNINGS:RE-OPENING OF BEDOK PUBLIC LIBRARY28 October 2017, 10.00 am11 Bedok North Street 1#03-04, Heartbeat@BedokSingapore 469662

Fairytale Trails 528 October, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Programme Room, Level 3

Season 5 of Fairy Tale Trails is back! Bringing you more laughter, more entertainment and lots more of your favourite fairytales, the talented students from drama clubs all over Singapore will present their interpretations of classic fairy tales with a quirky twist!

Zentangle Workshop29 October, 10.00 am – 3.00 pm Programme Room 2, Level 3

The Zentangle method is a relaxing, fun, and easy-to-learn way to create beautiful art works using repetitive patterns. Drawing skills are not required and step-by-step instructions will be provided.

398.2 Guest Storytelling Session29 October, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmStorytelling Circle, Level 3

Where is 398.2? Hint: it’s not a GPS location. But it is somewhere in the library! Join us for a celebration of folklore and fairy tales with Roger Jenkins and his tellers to find out more! Expect a performative and exciting storytelling session with engaging tellers and characters and help us kick start the 398.2 Storytelling Festival 2017, held on 19 November 2017 at the National Library Building.

ST*ART Series: Creepy Halloween31 October, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmProgramme Room, Level 3

Join us for our inaugural ST*ART series where we share stories to spook your socks off in this month's storytelling and craft session and get to bring home your very own spooky Halloween craft! For children aged 4 to 8.

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COPIng wITH STRESS: AT HOmE, SCHOOL OR wORKPLACE28 October, 1.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

A certain level of stress is essential for success and accomplishing goals, but debilitating stress can be harmful. This workshop examines the different types of stress and stress escalation signs. Find out how it affects different age groups, how you can support your children through stressful situations and how to build stress resilience and develop coping skills against stress. This 4-hour interactive workshop is recommended for parents with schoolgoing children.

OLD SCHOOL vS nEw AgE: LET’S mAKE PAREnTIng wORK!29 October, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmmarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Examine the effectiveness and impact of old-school parenting methods in today's generation and exploring different types of parenting methods in this workshop. There will also be a booth at hand from 1 to 4 pm to raise awareness of child abuse and available services to prevent it. Conducted by Marine Parade Family Service Centre and Big Love Child Protection Specialist Centre, this programme recommended for parents with children aged 7 to 10.

CHInESE READIng CLuB 28 October, 2.30 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

儿童经典导读班的导师以轻松有趣的方式教导孩子们了解中华古典经文。导读班由新生心智发展中心与德慧经典文化学会所主办，适合 6-10 岁的孩童参与。家长必须陪伴孩童参与此活动。有兴趣报名的读者，请联系美玲/Mayling (电邮: [email protected])

SunfLOwER KInDERHuB PRESEnTS “THE ALPHABET TREE”28 October, 11.30 pm – 12.30 pmAng mo Kio Public Library, Programme Zone

The Alphabet tree is a very odd tree with letters for leaves. Find out what happens when a big storm drives all the alphabets into hiding, and what it takes for them to come out again. Presented by the Sunflower Kinderhub, a kindergarten and childcare centre.

SuPER STORyTASTIC SPECIAL: HALLOwEEn27 October, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pmBukit merah Public Library, Storytelling Corner

Join us as we share spooky tales on this Halloween Special! For children aged 7 to 10.

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MOLLY, the Mobile Library brings popular books and classic favourites to you. Complete with a service counter, e-Kiosk, book borrowing and returning stations, it’s an experience you wouldn’t want to miss. Join us on MOLLY and indulge in the joys of reading!

MOLLY theMobile Library

MOLLY @ Punggol Garden RC, Blk 164 Punggol Central

1 October, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Blk 542, Serangoon North Ave 4

7 October, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

MOLLY @ Blk 403,Ang Mo Kio Ave 10

14 October, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ United Square,101 Thomson Road

14 October, 1.00 pm – 5.00 pm

MOLLY @ Blk 112, McNair Road

15 October, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

MOLLY @ Punggol Oasis, Blk 176 Edgefield Plains

21 October, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Blk 417,Yishun Ave 11

22 October, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Whampoa Community Club, 300 Whampoa Drive

28 October, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Farrer Park(In front of Farrer Park Pri)

28 October, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

JIGGLE,READ andRHYME

JIGGLE,READ andRHYME

Join other parents with young children, and supportyour child’s early development through an enjoyable 30-minute session

with songs, rhymes and stories that come alive.This fun and interactive parent-child programme is FREE!

For toddlers aged 1—3.Each registration is for a parent-child pair.

4 October 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Choa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

5 October 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Tampines Regional Library, Programme Zone

9 October 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm Cheng San Public Library, Activity Room

14 October 11.00 am – 11.30 am Central Public Library, multi-Purpose Room

17 October 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)

19 October 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm marine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

24 October 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm Serangoon Public Library, Programme Zone

25 October 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm Clementi Public Library, Programme Zone

26 October 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Sengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

26 October 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Queenstown Public Library, Programme Zone

31 October 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm woodlands Regional Library, Everest Room

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SUNK! Author: Rob Biddulph Publisher: London: HarperCollins Children’s Books, 2017Call no.: Junior Lending Picture Book English BID

Penguin Blue goes sailing in search of treasure but returns with tales about sunken ships and new friends. The illustrations are beautiful and the rhyming narrative ends with a meaningful message about the value of non-material things. Suitable for young readers.

Contributed by meenakshi nandivada

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THORFINN THE NICEST VIKING AND THE GRUESOME GAMESAuthor: David macPhailPublisher: Edinburgh: young Kelpies, 2016Call no.: Junior Lending Simple fiction English mAC

Before the Olympic Games, there were the annual Gruesome Games held on faraway Uraig Island. Thorfinn, his dad, and other Vikings set sail to join the Games. But how is Thorfinn ever going to win when he’s the complete opposite of what a Viking ought to be?

Contributed by Rosxalynd Liu

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RecommendedReading

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HI, I AM…Ang BEn wEI Age: 11School: nanyang Primary School

Title: The Tale Of Despereaux: Being the Story of a mouse, A Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread Author: Kate DiCamilloCall no.: Junior Lending English DIC

This story is one of those few books with a magic of their own. Have you seen a mouse knight with a needle sword? Or have you heard of a law that makes soup illegal? . These things, and much, much more, can all be found inside this wonderful book.

Title: Because of winn-Dixie Author: Kate DiCamilloCall no.: Junior Lending English DIC

I enjoyed reading:

If you enjoyed the above book, you may also like this…

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HI, I AM…PHyO mIn KO Age: 10School: unity Primary School

Title: The Chicken Squad Author: Doreen CroninCall no.: Junior Lending Simple fiction English CRO

This book is about a group of chicks who try to find out what frightened their squirrel friend. I found the questions the chicks asked to solve the mystery very clever and interesting. I love this story as it can help children improve their vocabulary and enjoy reading.

Title: The Case of the weird Blue Chicken: The next misadventure Author: Doreen CroninCall no.: Junior Lending Simple fiction English CRO

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Marine Parade Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 4th Friday7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)

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Bukit Panjang Public LibraryEvery 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Friday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Friday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)*Every 2nd & 3rd Sunday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Clementi Public Library Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 1st and 3rd Saturday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Jurong Regional Library Saturdays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)*Every 1st & 2nd Friday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Bukit Merah Public Library Thursdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Choa Chu Kang Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Jurong West Public LibrarySaturdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Queenstown Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (7-10 yrs)Saturdays, 10.30 am – 11.00 am (4-6 yrs)

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BPPLBukit PanjangPublic Library1 Jelebu Road,Bukit Panjang Plaza,#04-04 & #04-16/17Singapore 677743

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7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

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7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bukit Merah Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bukit Panjang Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Cheng San Public LibraryEvery 1st Wednesday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Choa Chu Kang Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Clementi Public LibraryMondays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Geylang East Public LibraryEvery 2nd Sunday

2.00 pm – 2.30 pm

Jurong Regional LibrarySundays

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Jurong West Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Marine Parade Public LibraryEvery 1st Friday

3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Serangoon Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Sengkang Public LibraryEvery 1st & 3rd Saturday

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Tampines Regional LibraryEvery 1st Sunday

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Toa Payoh Public LibraryThursdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Woodlands Regional LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

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