Summer Reading Club Guide | 2017

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SUM MER PR O G R AMS FO R K I DS

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Summer Reading Club 2017 Contents

Summer Reading Club – Walk on the Wild Side 4

How Summer Reading Club Works

Weekly Prizes 5

Programs for Young Children

School-Age Programs 10-17

Summer Challenge 18

Library Branches and Hours

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Summer Reading Club artwork by Darlene Gait.

G IN ON! M O CO S

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Registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

Kids – read anytime, anywhere, anything for fun and prizes.

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Walk on the Wild Side Summer programs for kids 12 and under June 29-August 31

How Summer Reading Club Works

Take a walk on the wild side with GVPL’s Summer Reading Club! Whether you’re reading at home or on holidays, you can track your daily reading on your reading record and enjoy weekly incentives along the way. Staying in town?

GVPL offers free library programs at branches throughout Greater Victoria.

Summer Reading Club is a self-paced program that encourages children to read (or be read to) throughout the summer.

Drop by any library branch to pick up a self-paced reading record any time during the summer. Program registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

Step 2: Read for a minimum of 20 minutes every day.

SRC travelling puppet shows are back by popular demand!

Join puppeteers for camps, workshops and performances throughout the summer. Check the program calendar at gvpl.ca for dates, times and locations and to register.

Step 1: Visit any branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library and pick up a reading record.

Step 3: Each day, write down one thing you’ve read on your reading record – just use one line per day so you don’t run out of room before the end of the summer.

Step 4: After you’ve read for seven days, visit the library to collect your weekly prize.

Step 5: Repeat steps 2 to 4. Keep up the great work!

Weekly Prizes

(while supplies last)

Week #1

SRC bookmark

Week #2

Enter to win a gift certificate to a local bookstore

Week #3

SRC tattoo

Week #4 Bring your reading record to Crumsby’s Café in Estevan Village for a mini cupcake PLUS enter to win a gift certificate for Lego Week #5

Swim pass provided by Greater Victoria Active Communities

Week #6

Coupon for individual kids’ pizza from Panago

Week #7 SRC medal or paperback book of your choice

Let us know! We’d like to hear how your child is

enjoying Summer Reading Club and how we can improve the program next year: gvpl.ca/programfeedback

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Registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

For Walk on the Wild Side! games, book lists and other fun activities, check out the British Columbia Library Association’s official Summer Reading Club website, bcsrc.ca

Kids – read anytime, anywhere, anything for fun and prizes.

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Programs for Young Children

July 24, 10:30-11:30 am Juan de Fuca Branch July 27, 10:30-11:30 am Goudy Branch

For young children and their caregivers; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult.

Just Ducky

Please note: For drop-in programs, one ticket per child will be given out beginning 30 minutes before the program start time. Child must be present to receive a ticket.

Baby Time For babies 0-15 months and their caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day. Drop-in.

July 3-28 Mondays, 10:30-11:00 am Central Branch Oak Bay Branch Tuesdays, 10:30-11:00 am Juan de Fuca Branch Wednesdays, 11:00-11:30 am Goudy Branch Wednesdays, 11:30 am-12:00 pm Nellie McClung Branch Thursdays, 11:30 am-12:00 pm Saanich Centennial Branch

For ages 3-5. No need to get your feet wet in this storytime. Join us for feather-filled stories, songs and a craft. Registered.

July 4, 10:30-11:30 am Oak Bay Branch Tuesdays, 9:30-10:00 am Emily Carr Branch

July 10, 10:30-11:30 am Saanich Centennial Branch

Wednesdays, 10:30-11:00 am Central Saanich Branch Esquimalt Branch

July 13, 10:30-11:30 am Esquimalt Branch

Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 am Bruce Hutchison Branch Fridays, 10:30-11:00 am Central Branch Juan de Fuca Branch Oak Bay Branch Saturdays, 11:00-11:30 am Saanich Centennial Branch

Under the Deep Blue Sea

Fridays, 10:30-11:00 am Esquimalt Branch

For ages 3-5. Dive into reading with this underwater-themed storytime and craft with a splash of fun.

Registered.

Family Storytime

July 4, 10:30-11:30 am Central Saanich Branch

For young children and their families; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes and puppets. Drop-in.

July 3-29 Mondays, 10:30-11:00 am Langford Heritage Branch Nellie McClung Branch

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July 7, 10:30-11:30 am Bruce Hutchison Branch July 12, 10:30-11:30 am Oak Bay Branch July 18, 10:30-11:30 am Central Branch

Registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

July 18, 10:30-11:30 am Nellie McClung Branch July 21, 10:30-11:30 am Bruce Hutchison Branch

Walk on the Wild Side For ages 3-5. Celebrate this year’s Summer Reading Club theme with a storytime and craft inspired by grand adventures and legendary quests. Registered.

July 5, 10:30-11:30 am Central Branch July 11, 10:30-11:30 am Nellie McClung Branch July 17, 10:30-11:30 am Saanich Centennial Branch July 20, 10:30-11:30 am Juan de Fuca Branch July 21, 10:30-11:30 am Langford Heritage Branch July 27, 10:30-11:30 am Esquimalt Branch

Cupcake Mania For ages 3-5.

Have your (cup)cake and eat it, too! Enjoy a deliciously fun storytime with dessert. Registered.

Mini cupcakes generously provided by Crumsby’s Café in Estevan Village.

July 6, 10:30-11:30 am Central Branch July 13, 10:30-11:30 am Langford Heritage Branch August 3, 10:30-11:30 am Esquimalt Branch August 17, 10:30-11:30 am Bruce Hutchison Branch

Little Lego in the Library For ages 4-6; parents are encouraged to attend. Listen to stories and have fun with the library’s Lego.

Registered.

July 13, 2:30-3:30 pm Bruce Hutchison Branch July 19, 2:30-3:30 pm Central Saanich Branch August 9, 10:30-11:30 am Central Branch

Spanish Storytime For young children and their families; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult.

Enjoy a fun and interactive storytime in Spanish and make a craft.

Registered.

July 20, 10:30-11:15 am Central Branch

Kids – read anytime, anywhere, anything for fun and prizes.

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Sensory Storytime: Deep Blue Sea

Sensory Storytime: Green Grass Grows

Reading Buddies: Little Buddies

For ages 3-5; maximum of two children per accompanying adult.

This program features sensory-rich stories, movement and songs appropriate for preschoolers with autism or sensory processing issues and preschoolers who thrive on routine. Parent and caregiver participation is required.

Registered.

For ages 3-5; maximum of two children per accompanying adult.

This program features sensory-rich stories, movement and songs appropriate for preschoolers with autism or sensory processing issues and preschoolers who thrive on routine. Parent and caregiver participation is required. Registered.

For Grades 2-4; maximum two sessions per child during the summer. Reading Buddies matches students with a volunteer teen Big Buddy for a one-week program of reading practice and literacy-based activities. Available in English and French. Registered.

August 1, 10:30-11:15 am Oak Bay Branch

Let’s Talk Science: Dynamic Dinos

August 9, 10:30-11:15 am Saanich Centennial Branch

Victoria Symphony Storytime

For ages 4-6. Children will become paleontologists, dig for dinosaur bones and make a fossil to take home. Presented by Let’s Talk Science. Registered.

For ages 3-5. Listen to stories told through music with two Victoria Symphony musicians and their puppet friend, Kathy Cadence.

Sing along and try some child-sized instruments. Registered.

August 2, 10:30-11:30 am Esquimalt Branch

August 16, 10:30-11:30 am Oak Bay Branch

Corey’s Compost Story

August 18, 10:30-11:30 am Juan de Fuca Branch

For ages 3-5. Join Corey, a friendly apple core, and Brownie, a helpful leaf, in this interactive puppet show as they learn about “greens” and “browns” and how to make compost in a backyard bin.

Presented by the Compost Education Centre. Registered.

August 3, 10:30-11:15 am Juan de Fuca Branch

Sensory Storytime: Pete the Cat For ages 3-5; maximum of two children per accompanying adult.

This program features sensory-rich stories, movement and songs appropriate for preschoolers with autism or sensory processing issues and preschoolers who thrive on routine. Parent and caregiver participation is required. Registered.

August 17, 10:30-11:15 am Nellie McClung Branch

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Registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

Story Buddies Young children are paired with volunteer tweens to write and illustrate an original storybook.

Together, Little Buddies and Big Buddies will use their imaginations and produce a keepsake that will become part of their life’s story.

Little Buddies For ages 4-6. Registered.

July 5, 2:30-3:30 pm Nellie McClung Branch July 13, 2:30-3:30 pm Central Branch July 19, 2:30-3:30 pm Oak Bay Branch August 18, 2:30-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch

Tween Volunteers For ages 10-12. We provide Big Buddy training and, upon completion, a certificate for volunteering. First-time volunteers, complete the Tween Volunteer Referral Form at gvpl.ca/tweenvolunteers.

Registered.

July 5, 2:00-3:30 pm Nellie McClung Branch July 13, 2:00-3:30 pm Central Branch July 19, 2:00-3:30 pm Oak Bay Branch August 18, 2:00-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch

English Little Buddies

July 10-14, 2:00-3:00 pm OR 3:30-4:30 pm Esquimalt Branch Nellie McClung Branch

July 17-21, 2:00-3:00 pm OR 3:30-4:30 pm Bruce Hutchison Branch Saanich Centennial Branch

July 24-28, 2:00-3:00 pm OR 3:30-4:30 pm Central Branch Juan de Fuca Branch

July 31-August 4, 2:00-3:00 pm OR 3:30-4:30 pm Oak Bay Branch July 31-August 4, 2:00-3:00 pm Nellie McClung Branch

August 8-11, 2:00-3:00 pm OR 3:30-4:30 pm Central Saanich Branch Juan de Fuca Branch

August 14-18, 2:00-3:00 pm OR 3:30-4:30 pm Nellie McClung Branch Saanich Centennial Branch

French Little Buddies July 31-Aug 4, 3:30-4:30 pm Nellie McClung Branch

Kids – read anytime, anywhere, anything for fun and prizes.

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Family Song Circle

School-Age Programs

For children and their families.

Try your voice at familiar and new songs, and learn rounds, call-andresponse songs and simple harmonies. Singing led by Nancy Dobbs. Registered.

Swan Lake: Naturally Magical For ages 5-10. The world is wonderful! Caterpillars turn into butterflies; bats use sound to navigate in the dark. Discover the magic of nature through activities, displays and a few surprise guests.

Presented by Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary. Registered.

July 4, 2:30-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch July 21, 2:30-3:30 pm Central Branch July 31, 10:30-11:30 am Oak Bay Branch August 10, 10:30-11:30 am Saanich Centennial Branch

The World After Dark For ages 5-8. When the moon is high, and you’re fast asleep, nocturnal animals roam and rustle in the dark of night. Through stories and activities, learn about these fascinating creatures that aren’t afraid of the dark. Registered.

July 4, 2:30-3:30 pm Saanich Centennial Branch July 5, 2:30-3:30 pm Emily Carr Branch July 14, 10:30-11:30 am Nellie McClung Branch July 25, 10:30-11:30 am Central Branch

July 5, 2:30-3:15 pm Juan de Fuca Branch July 22, 10:30-11:15 am Nellie McClung Branch August 3, 2:30-3:15 pm Central Branch August 3, 10:30-11:30 am Bruce Hutchison Branch

August 10, 2:30-3:15 pm Bruce Hutchison Branch

July 5, 10:30-11:30 am Langford Heritage Branch July 6, 10:30-11:30 am Juan de Fuca Branch July 10, 2:30-3:30 pm Oak Bay Branch July 20, 2:30-3:30 pm Esquimalt Branch July 25, 2:30-3:30 pm Nellie McClung Branch August 2, 2:30-3:30 pm Emily Carr Branch August 3, 2:30-3:30 pm Saanich Centennial Branch

For ages 8-12. Join us in a galaxy not so far away for Star Wars-inspired stories, activities and crafts. Registered.

July 6, 2:30-3:30 pm Esquimalt Branch August 10, 10:30-11:30 am Bruce Hutchison Branch

Moose and Cougars and Ravens – Oh My! For ages 6-9. Listen to stories and learn fascinating facts about creatures from the great Canadian wilderness. Take home an animal-themed craft. Registered.

May the Force Be with You

O Canada! Celebrating our 150th Year For ages 9-12. From Cape Spear, Newfoundland to Victoria, B.C., partake in a cross-Canada adventure with trivia, games and Canuck-approved activities to celebrate our sesquicentennial (that’s a fancy way to say “150th anniversary”). Registered.

July 6, 2:30-3:30 pm Bruce Hutchison Branch

Dream Painting with Darlene Gait For ages 10-12. Meet this year’s Summer Reading Club artist, Darlene Gait, and paint your dreams with pastels. Looking to your dreams for inspiration makes art much more personal, freeing you to follow your creativity wherever it may lead. Registered.

July 6, 2:30-4:00 pm Central Branch

July 13, 2:30-3:30 pm Saanich Centennial Branch July 17, 2:30-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch July 20, 2:30-3:30 pm Nellie McClung Branch

July 28, 2:30-3:30 pm Oak Bay Branch

August 11, 10:30-11:30 pm Esquimalt Branch

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Kids – read anytime, anywhere, anything for fun and prizes.

Registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

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Family Stories with the Royal BC Museum For ages 7-12. Hear true stories of notable B.C. families, past and present, and reflect on what it means to be part of a Canadian family.

Participants will start working on their personal histories. Registered.

July 7, 10:30-11:30 am Nellie McClung Branch August 11, 10:30-11:30 am Juan de Fuca Branch

Are We There Yet? For ages 6-9. Travel the world far and wide without ever leaving the library. Through games and crafts, you’ll take to the open road and see where your imagination can go.

Registered.

July 11, 2:30-3:30 pm Central Branch July 13, 2:30-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch July 14, 2:30-3:30 pm Goudy Branch

Watercolour Painting on the Wild Side

July 18, 2:30-3:30 pm Oak Bay Branch

For ages 5-8. Take your imagination for a walk on the wild side, and paint leathery, feathery or fuzzy animals with watercolours. Presented by Crafty School of Art. Registered.

July 25, 2:30-3:30 pm Central Saanich Branch July 27, 2:30-3:30 Bruce Hutchison Branch

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August 2, 10:30 am-12:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch

Pizza generously provided by Panago Pizza.

Paws and Tales

July 12, 11:15 am-12:00 pm Juan de Fuca Branch

For ages 6-9. Read aloud to a friendly dog, and learn about dogs that assist people. You’ll also get tips on how to be a great dog owner. Led by volunteers and their furry companions from Pacific Animal Therapy Society’s Paws and Tales program. Registered.

July 28, 11:15 am-12:00 pm Saanich Centennial Branch August 10, 11:15 am-12:00 pm Nellie McClung Branch August 17, 11:15 am-12:00 pm Oak Bay Branch

July 27, 10:30-11:30 am Central Branch

For ages 10-12. Make a dreamcatcher with Kwakiutl artist Jennifer Johnson. The design will send beautiful, peaceful dreams your way. Registered.

For drop-in programs, one ticket per child will be given out beginning 30 minutes before the program start time. Child must be present to receive a ticket.

July 11, 10:30 am-12:30 pm Bruce Hutchison Branch

For ages 5-8.

Listen to mouthwatering stories about pizza, then enjoy a complimentary slice. Registered.

July 25, 10:30-11:30 am Esquimalt Branch

Design a Dreamcatcher

July 18, 2:30-4:30 pm Esquimalt Branch

Pizza Storytime

July 11, 2:30-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch

July 7, 2:30-3:30 pm Saanich Centennial Branch

July 11, 10:30 am-12:30 pm Central Branch

The StoryWalk® Project was created

by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition (VBPC) and the Kellogg Hubbard Library.

August 1, 2:30-3:30 pm Saanich Centennial Branch

Once Upon a StoryWalk® Everyone welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Join us for a StoryWalk®, where individual pages of a storybook, mounted on sign posts, are placed outdoors in a circuit. Children follow the narrative by visiting each sign post in sequence. After the StoryWalk®, join us at the branch for nature-inspired activities. Rain or shine; please dress appropriately. Drop-in.

Registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

August 8, 10:30-11:30 am Nellie McClung Branch

Mad Science: Walloping Weather

August 15, 10:30-11:30 am Oak Bay Branch

For ages 6-9. Get your head into the clouds! Become an amateur meteorologist as you examine the reasons for the seasons, learn about the stages of the water cycle and investigate the different kinds of clouds. Presented by Mad Science. Registered.

July 12, 2:30-3:30 pm Saanich Centennial Branch

Kids – read anytime, anywhere, anything for fun and prizes.

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Mad Science: Bugs For ages 6-9. Let’s get bug-eyed!

Examine insects up close and discover what sets them apart from other creepy crawlers. Investigate their habitats, learn about their defense mechanisms and see the world through the eyes of a bug using special goggles. Presented

by Mad Science. Registered.

July 13, 10:30-11:30 am Central Saanich Branch

Wrigglers at Work For ages 6-9. Join the Compost Education Centre for hands-on activities with wiggling, wriggling worms, and learn the do’s and don’ts of composting with the help of our squirmy friends. Registered.

July 13, 2:30-3:30 pm Oak Bay Branch July 27, 2:30-3:30 pm Nellie McClung Branch

Victoria Bug Zoo For ages 7-12. Meet insects, arachnids and other wonderful arthropods from the Victoria Bug Zoo. They might not be as scary as they seem. Registered.

July 14, 10:30-11:30 am Bruce Hutchison Branch

Let’s Talk Science: Budding Marine Biologists

Go Fish!

With Science Venture

Inspired by the Natural World

For ages 6-9. Learn about marine animals through hands-on activities and role playing. Presented by Let’s Talk Science. Registered.

For ages 7-12. Use your ingenuity to design new ways to net and trap fish in this brand-new engineering workshop. Presented by Science Venture. Registered.

For ages 10-12. Join artist and educator Sandi Henrich to learn about artists who have been inspired by nature and imagination.

Learn drawing and painting techniques to create your own unique artwork. Registered.

July 14, 10:30-11:30 am Saanich Centennial Branch

Engineering for Kids: Paper Tower Challenge

August 1, 2:30-3:30 pm Esquimalt Branch

For ages 10-12. Design and build the tallest tower you possibly can using construction paper, tape and glue. You’ll put your tower to the test and see how it holds up.

Presented by Engineering for Kids.

Registered.

August 9, 10:30-11:30 am Oak Bay Branch

July 14, 2:00-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch

Cloudwalker with Author Robert Budd

For ages 8-12. Let loose your imagination as you explore improv, theatrical silliness, puppets, costumes and music in this fun acting program with Jennifer Callioux. Registered.

July 18, 2:30-3:30 pm Langford Heritage Branch

July 18, 2:30-3:30 pm Nellie McClung Branch

Acting Out! For Kids

July 25, 10:30-11:30 am Saanich Centennial Branch August 3, 10:30-11:30 am Nellie McClung Branch August 8, 10:30-11:30 am Juan de Fuca Branch

Registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

July 19, 10:30-11:30 am Juan de Fuca Branch

August 15, 10:30-11:30 am Nellie McClung Branch

For ages 5-8. Join author Robert “Lucky” Budd and hear the ancient story of Cloudwalker, a strong, young hunter who is carried to the clouds by swans and plays a role in the creation of lakes and rivers. Then, draw one of the images from the book, illustrated by co-author and celebrated B.C. artist Roy Henry Vickers.

Registered.

August 10, 10:30-11:30 am Esquimalt Branch

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July 18, 2:30-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch

Clicking Bugs For ages 10-12. Transform a bottle cap into a fluttering, sputtering, clicking bug. Attach a battery, and let the sumo match or fashion show begin. Inspired by Makerspace Victoria. Registered.

July 19, 2:30-3:30 pm Esquimalt Branch July 27, 10:30-11:30 am Juan de Fuca Branch

Celebrate Harry Potter (Muggles Welcome) For ages 10-12. Relive the magic of Harry Potter through games, crafts, trivia and a snack. Registered.

July 20, 2:30-3:30 pm Central Branch

Kids – read anytime, anywhere, anything for fun and prizes.

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Lego in the Library

Flight of the Falcon

August 10, 2:30-3:30 pm Oak Bay Branch

For ages 7-10. Listen to stories and have fun with the library’s Lego.

Registered.

August 15, 2:30-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch

August 1, 2:30-3:30 pm Juan de Fuca Branch

Japanese and English Picture Card Theatre

Sculptural Needle Felting on the Wild Side

For ages 5-8. Enjoy a bilingual Japanese/English storytime using the “picture theatre” format, a storytelling style from Japan.

After listening to traditional folktales, told by certified translator Wakana Takai-MacLean, create an art project.

Registered.

For ages 10-12. Take your imagination for a walk on the wild side, and create a fuzzy animal out of un-spun wool. Using the sculptural needle felting technique, you’ll form the soft wool into a small, firm animal sculpture. Presented by Crafty School of Art. Registered.

For ages 6-12; parents are welcome to attend. Did you know falcons inspired the design of the turbine engine? And gave athletes the idea to reduce glare by drawing black lines under their eyes? Join falconers Kristine and Allan Marshall, along with their gyrfalcon, Solstice, and American kestrel, Jack, to learn about the ways of these exquisite raptors and the 4000-year-old art of falconry. Registered.

July 25, 10:30-11:30 am Oak Bay Branch

August 4, 2:30-3:30 pm Bruce Hutchison Branch

Mad Science: Atmosphere and Beyond

Wild and Imaginary Places

July 31, 10:30-11:30 am Nellie McClung Branch

For ages 6-9. At-mos-phere, what is it and what does it do? In this weather-themed program, learn about Earth’s protective shield and what conditions must be present for life to exist on a planet. You’ll also take the Arny the Astronaut challenge – join us to learn more! Presented by Mad Science. Registered.

July 28, 10:30-11:30 am Bruce Hutchison Branch

Oil Pastels on the Wild Side For ages 5-8. Take your imagination for a walk on the wild side, and paint leathery, feathery or fuzzy animals with oil pastels. Presented by Crafty School of Art. Registered.

July 28, 2:30-3:30 pm Nellie McClung Branch

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For ages 6-9. Learn drawing and painting techniques to create an imaginary landscape with artist and educator Sandi Henrich.

Registered.

August 8, 2:30-3:30 pm Saanich Centennial Branch

Books and Ballerinas For ages 5-8. This storytime will make your heart dance!

Join ballerinas from the Victoria Academy of Ballet for a storytime and craft, followed by a photo op (bring your own camera).

Registered.

August 9, 10:30-11:15 am Esquimalt Branch August 11, 10:30-11:15 am Bruce Hutchison Branch

Registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

August 19, 11:00 am-12:00 pm Nellie McClung Branch

Summer Reading Club Extravaganza For ages 12 and under. Celebrate the end of Summer Reading Club with a puppet show, an easy obstacle course and a cupcake.

Dress up like your favourite book character to be entered into a draw for a gift certificate to a local bookstore. Activities provided by Heroes Inc and the Pacific Institute for Sports Excellence. Drop-in.

JULY 6-AUGUST 31 FOR AGES 10-18 Submit book reviews and get free books all summer long – and, you’ll get a bag of chips with your first book! For every review you complete, you’ll be entered into a grand prize draw.

gvpl.ca/allthat

Saturday, August 19 Central Branch Puppet show: 1:00-2:00 pm Obstacle course: 2:00-3:30 pm

Teen Volunteers Needed Are you 13-18? We need you!

Reading Buddies Help kids learn to love books with reading practice and activities.

DigiLab Help lead a DigiLab program and inspire other teens to learn and create using tech tools and craft supplies.

Email teens@gvpl.ca or visit gvpl.ca/teenvolunteers

Kids – read anytime, anywhere, anything for fun and prizes.

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Branches and Hours Central Branch 735 Broughton St Monday, Friday, Saturday................................................................9:00 am-6:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday....................................................9:00 am-9:00 pm

Bruce Hutchison Branch

Make the library part of your summer story! Choose from 18 challenges, and earn an entry into our weekly prize draws for every one you complete.

4636 Elk Lake Dr at Saanich Commonwealth Place Monday, Friday, Saturday.............................................................. 10:00 am-6:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.................................................. 10:00 am-9:00 pm

Central Saanich Branch 1209 Clarke Rd, Brentwood Bay Monday, Tuesday, Thursday......................................................... 10:00 am-9:00 pm Wednesday, Friday, Saturday....................................................... 10:00 am-6:00 pm Emily Carr Branch 101-3521 Blanshard St at Uptown Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.................... 10:00 am-6:00 pm Thursday............................................................................................ 10:00 am-9:00 pm Esquimalt Branch 1231 Esquimalt Rd Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday.................................. 10:00 am-6:00 pm Thursday, Friday.............................................................................. 10:00 am-9:00 pm

Goudy Branch 119-755 Goldstream Ave Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday.................................... 9:30 am-5:30 pm Thursday, Friday................................................................................ 9:30 am-6:00 pm Sunday (year round)..........................................................................1:00 pm-5:00 pm

Take a shelfie – a photo of what’s on your bookshelf.

Find a Little Free Library box and take a photo.

What book would you love to see as a movie?

Juan de Fuca Branch 1759 Island Hwy

Monday, Friday, Saturday.............................................................. 10:00 am-6:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.................................................. 10:00 am-9:00 pm

Langford Heritage Branch 102-1314 Lakepoint Way Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday......................... 10:00 am-6:00 pm Wednesday....................................................................................... 10:00 am-9:00 pm Library vending machine …..................................................... 24/7, 365 days a year Nellie McClung Branch 3950 Cedar Hill Rd Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday.................................. 10:00 am-6:00 pm Thursday, Friday.............................................................................. 10:00 am-9:00 pm

Oak Bay Branch 1442 Monterey Ave at Monterey Recreation Centre Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday.................................. 10:00 am-6:00 pm Thursday, Friday.............................................................................. 10:00 am-9:00 pm Saanich Centennial Branch 3110 Tillicum Rd at Pearkes Arena Monday, Friday, Saturday.............................................................. 10:00 am-6:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.................................................. 10:00 am-9:00 pm GVPL branches are open Sundays in fall and winter only. Our Goudy Branch is open Sundays year round. Our virtual branch is always open: gvpl.ca

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Registration begins June 29 at gvpl.ca or 250-940-4875.

Kids – read anytime, anywhere, anything for fun and prizes.

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