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Evening
Book Discussion Group
Tuesday, May 22 @6:30 PM

May Book:Unfamiliar Fishes by Sarah Vowell

Book Clubs are where you can meet to discuss book selections
(both fiction and nonfiction) with other people.
Books for group discussion are available at the library.


2012 Summer Reading Program Information

Registration Begins: Friday, June 1st

Babygarten: Monday, June 4 @ 10AM
Parents, caregivers, siblings and babies 0-24 months are welcome to join us in the Community Room for 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes and free playtime.  No need to register. 

Junior Lunch Bunch Tuesday, June 5 @ Noon
These storytimes are for families with preschoolers and their siblings.  Everyone is invited to bring a picnic lunch and a blanket to the Community Room for 45 minutes of stories, puppets and music.  No need to register.

Wednesday Morning Storytime June 6 @ 10 AM
This is a “second helping” of Junior Lunch Bunch for families or daycare groups that may prefer storytime without the picnic lunch. 

Friday is Teen Time: Friday, June 8 @ 2pm

A flyer which lists the Teen Time events for children going into 6th through 12th grades will be available in the Teen Area of the Library. 

Babygarten: Monday, June 11 @ 10AM
Parents, caregivers, siblings and babies 0-24 months are welcome to join us in the Community Room for 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes and free playtime.  No need to register. 

Monday Movie Matinee: June 11
Free movies will be shown on the big screen in the Library’s Community Room Monday afternoons at 2pm.  The films will be rated G or PG. 
Check the movie posting board for each week’s feature.

Junior Lunch Bunch Tuesday, June 12 @ Noon
These storytimes are for families with preschoolers and their siblings.  Everyone is invited to bring a picnic lunch and a blanket to the Community Room for 45 minutes of stories, puppets and music.  No need to register.

Reedsburg Readers – Book Discussion Clubs (Tuesday, June 12) 1 PM
Join this book club for an exciting time of book related activities.  Bring your library card to each meeting so you can check out the next book to be discussed. Space is limited, so please register.
Reedsburg Readers I-Children entering 2nd and 3rd grades

Reedsburg Readers II-Children entering 4th and 5th grades
Registration is Required

Musicians:  Ken Lonnquist and Jon Vriesacker

Tuesday, June 12 @ 6:30 in the Library’s Community Room.  Join Ken, a much-loved performer and songwriter, and Jon, a native son who loves to play the fiddle, for a concert to kick-off to the Summer Library Program. What a great way to celebrate Reedsburg’s Butterfest.

Wednesday Morning Storytime June 13 @ 10 AM
This is a “second helping” of Junior Lunch Bunch for families or daycare groups that may prefer storytime without the picnic lunch. 

Loganville Book Bunch
Wednesday, June 13 @ 10am at the Village Hall  Kids of all ages and their families will Dream Big-READ in Loganville as we take the Reedsburg Public Library’s Summer Library Program on the road.  Be ready for crafts, stories and book check-out.

"On the Lighter Side" Discussion Group
Thursday, June 14 @ 10 AM

June Book: Weird Sisters by Eleanor Brown

Book Clubs are where you can meet to discuss book selections
(both fiction and nonfiction) with other people.
Books for group discussion are available at the library.


Mary Tooley- Thursday, June 14
Curious Kids(children entering 1st-3rd grades) 1pm
Quest Seekers(children entering 4th and 5th grades) 3pm

Performer, Mary Tooley and her program called
“Going Batty-Animals that Work the Night Shift”.
  We will learn about nocturnal creatures including raccoons, owls, skunks and each child will create a possum project to take home. 
Registration is required.

READING EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DOG (R.E.A.D.)

Thursday, June 14 (2-3 PM) Library’s Storytime Room

The Reedsburg Public Library is thrilled to have a R.E.A.D. dog as part of the Summer Library Program. Children of all ages are welcome to read to a dog that has been trained for this national literacy program.

Friday is Teen Time: Friday, June 15 @ 2pm

A flyer which lists the Teen Time events for children going into 6th through 12th grades will be available in the Teen Area of the Library. 

Babygarten: Monday, June18 @ 10AM
Parents, caregivers, siblings and babies 0-24 months are welcome to join us in the Community Room for 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes and free playtime.  No need to register. 
Monday Movie Matinee: June 18
Free movies will be shown on the big screen in the Library’s Community Room Monday afternoons at 2pm.  The films will be rated G or PG. 
Check the movie posting board for each week’s feature.
Junior Lunch Bunch Tuesday, June19 @ Noon
These storytimes are for families with preschoolers and their siblings.  Everyone is invited to bring a picnic lunch and a blanket to the Community Room for 45 minutes of stories, puppets and music.  No need to register.

Reedsburg Readers I – Book Discussion Clubs (Tuesday, June 19) 1 PM
Join this book club for an exciting time of book related activities.  Bring your library card to each meeting so you can check out the next book to be discussed. Space is limited, so please register.
Reedsburg Readers I-Children entering 2nd and 3rd grades
Registration is Required

Preschool Players celebrates its 10th season with A Tuck Me in Tale, a play which includes characters from our favorite bedtime stories.  Children ages 4 and 5 will rehearse on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon and perform on Thursday evening in the Library’s Community Room. 
Space is limited, so please register.
Registration is Required
Session I:  Rehearsals-June 19 ( 3-3:45 pm. ) 

Sweet Dreams Storytimes

Tuesday June 19 @ 6:30pm. This is an evening storytime for the entire family that will include books, songs and signing using American Sign Language(ASL). Feel free to wear your PJ’s!

Wednesday Morning Storytime June 20 @ 10 AM
This is a “second helping” of Junior Lunch Bunch for families or daycare groups that may prefer storytime without the picnic lunch. 

Loganville Book Bunch
Wednesday, June 20 @ 10am at the Village Hall  Kids of all ages and their families will Dream Big-READ in Loganville as we take the Reedsburg Public Library’s Summer Library Program on the road.  Be ready for crafts, stories and book check-out.

Preschool Players celebrates its 10th season with A Tuck Me in Tale, a play which includes characters from our favorite bedtime stories.  Children ages 4 and 5 will rehearse on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon and perform on Thursday evening in the Library’s Community Room. 
Space is limited, so please register.
Registration is Required
Session I:  Rehearsals-June 20 ( 3-3:45 pm. ) 

Curious Kids: Thursday, June 21 @ 1 PM

Registration is Required

Quest Seekers: Thursday, June 21 @ 3 PM

Registration is Required

Preschool Players celebrates its 10th season with A Tuck Me in Tale,
a play which includes characters from our favorite bedtime stories. 
Session I: Performance-Thursday June 21 @ 6:30 pm

Friday is Teen Time: Friday, June 22 @ 2pm

A flyer which lists the Teen Time events for children going into 6th through 12th grades will be available in the Teen Area of the Library. 

Babygarten: Monday, June 25 @ 10AM
Parents, caregivers, siblings and babies 0-24 months are welcome to join us in the Community Room for 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes and free playtime.  No need to register. 
Monday Movie Matinee: June 25
Free movies will be shown on the big screen in the Library’s Community Room Monday afternoons at 2pm.  The films will be rated G or PG. 
Check the movie posting board for each week’s feature.
Junior Lunch Bunch Tuesday, June 26 @ Noon
These storytimes are for families with preschoolers and their siblings.  Everyone is invited to bring a picnic lunch and a blanket to the Community Room for 45 minutes of stories, puppets and music.  No need to register.

Reedsburg Readers II– Book Discussion Clubs (Tuesday, June 26) 1 PM
Join this book club for an exciting time of book related activities.  Bring your library card to each meeting so you can check out the next book to be discussed. Space is limited, so please register.
Children entering 4th and 5th grades
Registration is Required

Sweet Dreams Storytimes

Tuesday June 26 @ 6:30pm. This is an evening storytime for the entire family that will include books, songs and signing using American Sign Language(ASL). Feel free to wear your PJ’s!

bookgroup


Evening
Book Discussion Group
Tuesday, June
26 @ 6:30 PM

June Book:The Story of Beautiful Girl by Rachel Simon

Book Clubs are where you can meet to discuss book selections
(both fiction and nonfiction) with other people.
Books for group discussion are available at the library.

Wednesday Morning Storytime June 27 @ 10 AM
This is a “second helping” of Junior Lunch Bunch for families or daycare groups that may prefer storytime without the picnic lunch. 

Loganville Book Bunch
Wednesday, June 27 @ 10am at the Village Hall  Kids of all ages and their families will Dream Big-READ in Loganville as we take the Reedsburg Public Library’s Summer Library Program on the road.  Be ready for crafts, stories and book check-out.

Curious Kids: Thursday, June 28 @ 1 PM

Registration is Required

READING EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DOG (R.E.A.D.)

Thursday, June 28 (2-3 PM) Library’s Storytime Room

The Reedsburg Public Library is thrilled to have a R.E.A.D. dog as part of the Summer Library Program. Children of all ages are welcome to read to a dog that has been trained for this national literacy program.

Quest Seekers: Thursday, June 28 @ 3 PM

Registration is Required

Starry Family Craft Night

Thursday, June 28 @ 6:30pm in the Library’s Community Room.  The Library will provide the materials and instructions for a star-studded night of crafts. Parents and caregivers should plan on assisting their children with their projects.

Monday Movie Matinee: July 2
Free movies will be shown on the big screen in the Library’s Community Room Monday afternoons at 2pm.  The films will be rated G or PG. 
Check the movie posting board for each week’s feature.
Babygarten: Monday, July 2 @ 10AM
Parents, caregivers, siblings and babies 0-24 months are welcome to join us in the Community Room for 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes and free playtime.  No need to register. 
Junior Lunch Bunch Tuesday, July 3 @ Noon
These storytimes are for families with preschoolers and their siblings.  Everyone is invited to bring a picnic lunch and a blanket to the Community Room for 45 minutes of stories, puppets and music.  No need to register.

Reedsburg Readers I – Book Discussion Clubs (Tuesday, July 3) 1 PM
Join this book club for an exciting time of book related activities.  Bring your library card to each meeting so you can check out the next book to be discussed. Space is limited, so please register.
-Children entering 2nd and 3rd grades
Registration is Required

Sweet Dreams Storytimes

Tuesday July 3 @ 6:30pm. This is an evening storytime for the entire family that will include books, songs and signing using American Sign Language(ASL). Feel free to wear your PJ’s!

Curious Kids: Thursday, June 5 @ 1 PM

Quest Seekers: Thursday, June 5 @ 3 PM

Registration is Required

Family Movie Night
Thursday, July 5 @ 6:30pm in the Library’s Community Room.  Bring pillows, blankets and snacks to enjoy a free family film on the Library’s Big Screen.

Friday is Teen Time: Friday, July 6 @ 2pm

A flyer which lists the Teen Time events for children going into 6th through 12th grades will be available in the Teen Area of the Library. 

Babygarten: Monday, June 9 @ 10AM
Parents, caregivers, siblings and babies 0-24 months are welcome to join us in the Community Room for 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes and free playtime.  No need to register. 
Monday Movie Matinee: July 9
Free movies will be shown on the big screen in the Library’s Community Room Monday afternoons at 2pm.  The films will be rated G or PG. 
Check the movie posting board for each week’s feature.
Junior Lunch Bunch Tuesday, July 10 @ Noon
These storytimes are for families with preschoolers and their siblings.  Everyone is invited to bring a picnic lunch and a blanket to the Community Room for 45 minutes of stories, puppets and music.  No need to register.

Reedsburg ReadersII – Book Discussion Clubs (Tuesday, July 10) 1 PM
Join this book club for an exciting time of book related activities.  Bring your library card to each meeting so you can check out the next book to be discussed. Space is limited, so please register.
Reedsburg Readers II-Children entering 4th and 5th grades
Registration is Required

Preschool Players celebrates its 10th season with A Tuck Me in Tale, a play which includes characters from our favorite bedtime stories.  Children ages 4 and 5 will rehearse on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon and perform on Thursday evening in the Library’s Community Room. 
Space is limited, so please register.
Registration is Required
Session II:  Rehearsals-July 10( 3-3:45 pm. ) 

Sweet Dreams Storytimes

Tuesday, July10 @ 6:30pm. This is an evening storytime for the entire family that will include books, songs and signing using American Sign Language(ASL). Feel free to wear your PJ’s!

Wednesday Morning Storytime July 11 @ 10 AM
This is a “second helping” of Junior Lunch Bunch for families or daycare groups that may prefer storytime without the picnic lunch. 

Loganville Book Bunch
Wednesday, July 11@ 10am at the Village Hall  Kids of all ages and their families will Dream Big-READ in Loganville as we take the Reedsburg Public Library’s Summer Library Program on the road.  Be ready for crafts, stories and book check-out.

Preschool Players celebrates its 10th season with A Tuck Me in Tale, a play which includes characters from our favorite bedtime stories.  Children ages 4 and 5 will rehearse on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon and perform on Thursday evening in the Library’s Community Room. 
Space is limited, so please register.
Registration is Required
Session II:  Rehearsals-July 11 ( 3-3:45 pm. ) 

"On the Lighter Side" Discussion Group
Thursday, July 12 @ 10 AM

July Book: Sleeping at the Starlite Motel
by Bailey White


Book Clubs are where you can meet to discuss book selections
(both fiction and nonfiction) with other people.
Books for group discussion are available at the library.


Curious Kids: Thursday, July 12 @ 1 PM
Quest Seekers: Thursday, July 12 @ 3 PM

Registration is Required

READING EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DOG (R.E.A.D.)

Thursday, July 12 (2-3 PM) Library’s Storytime Room

The Reedsburg Public Library is thrilled to have a R.E.A.D. dog as part of the Summer Library Program. Children of all ages are welcome to read to a dog that has been trained for this national literacy program.

Preschool Players celebrates its 10th season with A Tuck Me in Tale,
a play which includes characters from our favorite bedtime stories. 
Session II: Performance-Thursday July 12@ 6:30 pm

Friday is Teen Time: Friday, July 13 @ 2pm

A flyer which lists the Teen Time events for children going into 6th through 12th grades will be available in the Teen Area of the Library. 

Babygarten: Monday, July 16 @ 10AM
Parents, caregivers, siblings and babies 0-24 months are welcome to join us in the Community Room for 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes and free playtime.  No need to register. 
Monday Movie Matinee: July 16
Free movies will be shown on the big screen in the Library’s Community Room Monday afternoons at 2pm.  The films will be rated G or PG. 
Check the movie posting board for each week’s feature.
Junior Lunch Bunch Tuesday, July 17 @ Noon
These storytimes are for families with preschoolers and their siblings.  Everyone is invited to bring a picnic lunch and a blanket to the Community Room for 45 minutes of stories, puppets and music.  No need to register.

Reedsburg Readers I – Book Discussion Clubs (Tuesday, July 17) 1 PM
Join this book club for an exciting time of book related activities.  Bring your library card to each meeting so you can check out the next book to be discussed. Space is limited, so please register.
Reedsburg Readers I-Children entering 2nd and 3rd grades
Registration is Required

Sweet Dreams Storytimes

Tuesday, July 17 @ 6:30pm. This is an evening storytime for the entire family that will include books, songs and signing using American Sign Language(ASL). Feel free to wear your PJ’s!

Wednesday Morning Storytime July 18@ 10 AM
This is a “second helping” of Junior Lunch Bunch for families or daycare groups that may prefer storytime without the picnic lunch. 

Loganville Book Bunch
Wednesday, July 18 @ 10am at the Village Hall  Kids of all ages and their families will Dream Big-READ in Loganville as we take the Reedsburg Public Library’s Summer Library Program on the road.  Be ready for crafts, stories and book check-out.

Thursday, July 19
Curious Kids- 1 PM
Quest Seekers- 3 PM

Registration is Required.

Worm Races 20th Anniversary!
Thursday, July 19 @ 6:30pm in the Library’s Community Room.  Worm races have been part of the Library’s Summer Library Program for the past 20 years. This year we are celebrating with Dirt Cake for all! Worms are also provided.

Friday is Teen Time: Friday, July 20 @ 2pm

A flyer which lists the Teen Time events for children going into 6th through 12th grades will be available in the Teen Area of the Library. 

Babygarten: Monday, July 23 @ 10AM
Parents, caregivers, siblings and babies 0-24 months are welcome to join us in the Community Room for 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes and free playtime.  No need to register. 
Monday Movie Matinee: July 23
Free movies will be shown on the big screen in the Library’s Community Room Monday afternoons at 2pm.  The films will be rated G or PG. 
Check the movie posting board for each week’s feature.
Junior Lunch Bunch Tuesday, July 24 @ Noon
These storytimes are for families with preschoolers and their siblings.  Everyone is invited to bring a picnic lunch and a blanket to the Community Room for 45 minutes of stories, puppets and music.  No need to register.

Reedsburg Readers II – Book Discussion Clubs (Tuesday, July 24) 1 PM
Join this book club for an exciting time of book related activities.  Bring your library card to each meeting so you can check out the next book to be discussed. Space is limited, so please register.
Reedsburg Readers II-Children entering 4th and 5th grades
Registration is Required

Sweet Dreams Storytimes

Tuesday, July 24 @ 6:30pm. This is an evening storytime for the entire family that will include books, songs and signing using American Sign Language(ASL). Feel free to wear your PJ’s!

Wednesday Morning Storytime July 25 @ 10 AM
This is a “second helping” of Junior Lunch Bunch for families or daycare groups that may prefer storytime without the picnic lunch. 

Loganville Book Bunch
Wednesday, July 25 @ 10am at the Village Hall  Kids of all ages and their families will Dream Big-READ in Loganville as we take the Reedsburg Public Library’s Summer Library Program on the road. 
Be ready for crafts, stories and book check-out.

Thursday, July 26
Curious Kids- 1 PM
Quest Seekers- 3 PM

Registration is Required

READING EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DOG (R.E.A.D.)

Thursday, July 26 (2-3 PM) Library’s Storytime Room

The Reedsburg Public Library is thrilled to have a R.E.A.D. dog as part of the Summer Library Program. Children of all ages are welcome to read to a dog that has been trained for this national literacy program.

Hamster Olympics
Thursday, July 26 @ 6:30pm in the Library’s Community Room.  Pet owners will register their rodents to compete in Olympic-style events.  Spectators are welcome.

Incredible Bats

Friday, July 27 @ 2 pm in the Library’s Community Room.     
The entire family is invited to discover the wonder of bats.  This multi-media presentation with live Egyptian Fruit Bats will teach us how beneficial these creatures are to us and the world around us.

event
Book Sale
Friday, August 3- Saturday, August 4

Library will be holding a fundraising sale of thousands of adult and children fiction
and nonfiction books in hardcover and paperback.
Funds raised will benefit the library.
Book donations accepted at the library.


Friends Members Only Preview Night: Thursday, August 2 (6-7 PM)

Preschool Players celebrates its 10th season with A Tuck Me in Tale,
a play which includes characters from our favorite bedtime stories. 
Session III: Performance-Thursday August 9 @ 6:30 pm

"On the Lighter Side" Discussion Group
Thursday, September 13 @ 10 AM

Sept. Book: The Walk by Richard Evans


"On the Lighter Side" Discussion Group
Thursday, Oct. 11@ 10 AM

October Book: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter
and Sweet by Jamie Ford

Book Clubs are where you can meet to discuss book selections
(both fiction and nonfiction) with other people.
Books for group discussion are available at the library.

Mysterious Creatures of Wisconsin- From Aliens to Sea Serpents 
Chad Lewis: Wednesday, October 3 @ 7 PM

Chad Lewis showcases his on-site investigations to the most mysterious creatures in WI.  From the Bigfoot of the north woods and phantom pigs of Door County to alien encounters in Elmwood, deadly witches, and sea serpents. Filled with witness drawings, eye-witness testimony, photos, and sound clips this presentation brings the investigation right to the audience, including directions on where they can have their own
paranormal experience.

Sponsored by: Friends of the Library

 

Friends of the Library Silent Auction
Monday, October 8- Saturday, October 20

A silent auction sponsored by the Friends of the Reedsburg Public Library aimed at raising funds for various projects at the Reedsburg Public Library
is set to start Monday, October, 8th
and will run through Saturday, October, 20th.

Auction items will go on display at the library and on their web site during September. Watch for more information.
event
Book Sale
Friday, Nov. 2 , Saturday, Nov. 3 and Sunday, Nov 4

Library will be holding a fundraising sale of thousands of adult and children fiction
and nonfiction books in hardcover and paperback.
Funds raised will benefit the library. Book donations accepted at the library.


Friends Members Only Preview Night: Thursday, Nov 1 (6-7 PM)

"On the Lighter Side" Discussion Group
Thursday, November 15@ 10 AM

Nov. Book: Ghost at the table by Suzanne Berne

Book Clubs are where you can meet to discuss book selections
(both fiction and nonfiction) with other people.
Books for group discussion are available at the library.

booksale
Book Sale
Friday,Jan 25, Saturday, Jan 26 and Sunday, Jan 27 2013

Library will be holding a fundraising sale of thousands of adult and children fiction
and nonfiction books in hardcover and paperback.
Funds raised will benefit the library. Book donations accepted at the library.


Friends Members Only Preview Night: Thursday, Jan 24 (6-7 PM)

booksale
Book Sale
Friday,April 26, Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28 2013

Library will be holding a fundraising sale of thousands of adult and children fiction
and nonfiction books in hardcover and paperback.
Funds raised will benefit the library. Book donations accepted at the library.


Friends Members Only Preview Night: Thursday, April 25 (6-7 PM



 

Library Hours:
Monday - Thursday:
8:30 am to 8 pm
Friday: 8:30 am to 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 4 pm
Sunday: Noon to 3 pm

Summer Hours:
(Same except:)
Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm
Sunday: Closed

Reedsburg Public Library

370 Vine Street Reedsburg WI 53959
608-768-READ (7323)
Fax: (608) 524-9024
rplstf@scls.lib.wi.us

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Updated:May 21, 2012