Summer Reading Guide 2022

SUMMER 2022 READING & PROGRAM GUIDE

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Early Literacy Programs BABY BOOKWORMS TUESDAYS | 11AM | 1ST FLOOR STORY TIME ROOM JUNE 7, 14, 21 & 28 • JULY 5 & 12

Book sharing, rhymes, songs, and exercises for infants through 12 months.

TODDLER STORY TIME WEDNESDAYS | 10:15AM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM JUNE 8, 15, 22 & 29 • JULY 6 & 13

Stories, music, movement, rhymes, finger plays, and early literacy developmental activities for ages 12 to 36 months.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME WEDNESDAYS | 11:15AM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM JUNE 8, 15, 22 & 29 • JULY 6 & 13 SATURDAYS | 10:30AM | 1ST FLOOR STORY TIME ROOM JUNE 11 – AUGUST 28

Short film, stories, music, movement, rhymes, finger plays, and crafts for ages 3 to 5.

MOVE YOUR TALE JULY 7 | 10:30AM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Children’s Programs SPECIAL PROGRAMS

LUCAS MILLER, THE SINGING ZOOLOGIST

Move Your Tale provides an exciting improv experience with opportunities to volunteer and show off your own improv skills, or to simply sit back and enjoy the wildly entertaining show.

AUSTIN REPTILE SHOWS JULY 14 | 10:30AM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

The folks at Austin Reptile Shows are very passionate about reptiles, and they are here to share their passion (and knowledge) with you in the form of an exciting and educational reptile show!

JUNE 9 | 10:30AM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Build your kids’ scientific confidence and curiosity with Lucas Miller! With dazzling visuals, smart songwriting, laugh-out-loud comedy, and accurate science, your kids will have so much fun, they won’t realize how much they’re learning!

STEAM TEAM

JOE MCDERMOTT, SINGERSONGWRITER

Science, technology, engineering, arts, and math activities for ages 6–12.

JUNE 16 | 10:30AM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

SCHOOL-AGE STORY TIME

If you’re looking for a fun, high-energy hour full of music and movement, look no further than this show! Joe McDermott and his guitar will liven up your morning and will likely leave you with a few songs stuck in your head.

MAD SCIENCE JUNE 23 | 10:30AM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Mad Science’s mission is to inspire children through science, and they do just that in their engaging, hands-on STEM program!

Join us for an hour of learning and curiositysparking fun.

REGULAR PROGRAMS

3RD TUESDAY | 4:15PM 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM JUNE 21 • JULY 19 • AUGUST 16

WEDNESDAYS | 4:15PM 1ST FLOOR STORY TIME ROOM JUNE 8, 15, 22 & 29 • JULY 6 & 13

Short film, stories, and constructive play for grades K–3.

KIDS CRAFT CORNER 4TH THURSDAY | 5PM 1ST FLOOR YOUTH DIVISION JUNE 23 • JULY 28 • AUGUST 25

Youth aged 7 to 10 are invited to explore their creative abilities. All supplies provided.

MYSTIQUE AND MAYHEM

JUNE 30 | 10:30AM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

1ST WEDNESDAY | 5PM TEEN SPACE JUNE 1 • JULY 6 • AUGUST 3

Laura Freeman’s songs educate children about the seasons, recycling, bees, compost, farming, and enjoying our beautiful Earth.

Do you enjoy storytelling and problemsolving? Join us for a new adventure every month! Great for ages 7–11.

LAURA FREEMAN’S GREEN SHOW

Teen Programs AGES 12-18

CRAFT: MARBLED CUPS

DUNGEON MASTER WORKSHOP I JUNE 7 | 3-5PM | 3

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JUNE 21 | 3PM | 1ST FLOOR TEEN SPACE

FLOOR M LANE ROOM C

So you want to be a Dungeon Master? Well, here is your chance! Join us for part one of our two-part series. We will teach you the skills to run your own Dungeons and Dragons games. We will cover when and why to roll the dice, NPCs and Monsters, how to run an encounter, and more!

DUNGEON MASTER WORKSHOP II JUNE 14 | 3-5PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

So you want to be a Dungeon Master? Well, here is your chance! Join us for part two of our two-part series. We will teach you the skills to run your own Dungeons and Dragons games. We will cover when and why to roll the dice, NPCs and Monsters, how to run an encounter, and more!

Turn a plain white coffee mug into a beautiful work of art with our marbled cup craft! All materials will be provided so join us as we create some beautiful, marbled mugs!

STEM: TINY HOUSE JUNE 28 | 3PM | 1ST FLOOR TEEN SPACE

Wanna test out your engineering skills? Join us as we make tiny houses! We give you all the supplies and you will be in charge of designing and building your perfect tiny house. Snacks will be provided so join us for a fun afternoon of designing!

TISSUE PAPER WATERCOLOR JULY 5 | 3PM | 1ST FLOOR TEEN SPACE

Join us as we create beautiful works of ocean scenery “watercolor” art with tissue paper!

We will provide all of the supplies to make a wonderful masterpiece!

STEM RELAY RACE JULY 12 | 3PM | 1ST FLOOR TEEN SPACE

Do you have what it takes to win our STEM Relay Race? Join us for a variety of STEM challenges to keep your mind sharp this summer! Snacks will be provided so come enjoy a fun, relaxed afternoon of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math!

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS 1ST & 3RD THURSDAYS | 5PM 1ST FLOOR TEEN SPACE JUNE 2 & 16 • JULY 7 & 21 • AUGUST 4 & 18

Have you ever wanted to explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons? Or are you an experienced player looking for new friends and a fun place to play? The Temple Public Library is the place for both! Whether you have no knowledge of D&D or you’re a seasoned player, try out our D&D program!

SOCIETY OF FANTASTIC BIBLIOPHILES 1ST MONDAY | 5PM | 1ST FLOOR TEEN SPACE JUNE 6 • AUGUST 1

Let’s talk about your favorite books! Join us for our Teen Book Talk Program! Share what you’re reading or just listen in!

TEENS WHO CODE 2ND THURSDAY | 5PM | 1ST FLOOR TEEN SPACE JUNE 9 • JULY 14 • AUGUST 11

Have you always wanted to learn to code but don’t know where to start? Join us at the Temple Public Library for Teens Who Code! Our coding program starts with the basics of web design with HTML and CSS.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD 2ND MONDAY | 5PM | 1ST FLOOR TEEN SPACE JUNE 13 • JULY 11 • AUGUST 8

“What’s a Teen Advisory Board?” you may ask! It’s the chance for you to tell us what to do! Attend our meetings and not only will you have volunteer opportunities, but you will also be able to discuss programming and events you want to see at the library! So go ahead, boss us around! There will be snacks!

TEEN CRAFT CORNER 4TH MONDAY | 5PM | 1ST FLOOR TEEN SPACE JUNE 27 • JULY 25 • AUGUST 22

Take a break from the stresses of life and create something fun during our monthly craft program!

Adult Programs DISASTERPIECE JUNE 2 | 5–7PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Put your (not so) creative skills to the test!

Work with different mediums to create the WORST art and win a prize! A once-in-alifetime chance to be the best at being the worst! Adults only.

COASTAL EXPO JUNE 4 | 2–4PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Brought to you by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, our Coastal Expo will include activities for all ages that help teach about the local Texas aquatic flora and fauna.

FAMILY LEGO NIGHT JUNE 9 | 5–7PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Join us for creative building family style using our favorite bricks. Bricks will be provided but feel free to bring your own. For all ages.

SPA NIGHT

YOGA JUNE 11 | 2–4PM | 3

RD

FLOOR M LANE ROOM C

Find your flexibility with our instructor-led yoga sessions. All level of abilities welcome!

Limited mats and yoga blocks available.

Adults only.

JUNE 16 | 5–7PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Take your time and create your own spa kit, filled with a trio of personally scented (or unscented) self-care items. Space Limited to 20. Adults only.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

TEXAS PALEOINDIANS JUNE 18 | 2–4PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Join us for a presentation held by the Executive Director from The Gault School of Archaeological Research, Dr. D. Clark Wernecke, about Texas Paleoindians and The Gault Site.

PIRATE ADVENTURE ESCAPE ROOM JULY 7 | 5–7PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Ahoy mateys! Work together to solve puzzles and complete challenges in this pirate-themed escape room. Spaced limited to 20. Adults only.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

BOOK TASTING

MASTER GARDENERS AT THE LIBRARY

JUNE 23 | 5–7PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

JULY 9 | 2–4PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Join us for a book tasting to sample multiple genres, rate the books, and receive some future book recommendations. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Space limited to 20. Adults only.

Join us for a discussion held by the Bell County Master Gardeners on choosing plants for Central Texas.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

OFFICE SPACE INTERACTIVE MOVIE JUNE 25 | 4–6:30PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Bring your flair and jump to conclusions with our Office Space themed interactive movie night. Winner of the costume contest gets the coveted Red Stapler, and a special “Punish the Printer” activity is sure to get rid of any “Case of the Mondays.” Ages 18+ only.

NAUTI CRAFT NIGHT JUNE 30 | 5–7PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

“Seas” the moment and navigate your way through a beach-themed craft making night. Let our librarians guide you through three DIY décor activities, guaranteed to make your home feel more laid back! Space Limited to 20. Adults only.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

BEGINNER’S YOGA JULY 2 | 2–4PM | 3RD FLOOR MCLANE ROOM

Find your flexibility with our instructorled yoga sessions. All level of abilities welcome! Limited mats and yoga blocks available. Adults only.

YOUTH SUMMER READING Noncompetitive, flexible, fun, and FREE

Bookmark

Bookmark

Temporary Tattoo

Ring Pop

Eraser

Rubber Duck

Coloring Poster

Tumbler

Book Bag

Sunglasses

Reading Certificate & Book

Reading Certificate & Book

Reading Certificate & Book

WEEK 1

Read or listen to someone read for 30 minutes a day, 5x/week to earn prizes!

Bookmark

WEEK 2

Read or listen to someone read for 30 minutes a day, 5x/week to earn prizes!

Door Hanger

COLLECT BEGINNING JUNE 20

WEEK 3

Read to your little one for 15 minutes a day, 5x/week to earn prizes!

Magnetic Photo Frame

COLLECT BEGINNING JUNE 27

WEEK 4

AGES 12–18

Crayons

COLLECT BEGINNING JULY 5

WEEK 5

COLLECT BEGINNING JUNE 13

AGES 4–11

Book Bag

COLLECT BEGINNING JULY 11

WEEK 6

COLLECT BEGINNING JUNE 5

AGES 0 – 3

S P O N SO RED BY:

CITY OF TEMPLE

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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

PRIZES MAY INCLUDE TPL T-shirts Notebooks

ADULT SUMMER READING

Book Lights

Every time you read three books this Summer, you get to choose a prize AND get entered into our grand prize drawing for a Kindle Fire, Restaurant Gift Cards, and gift cards to local attractions and activities.

Pick up a reading log at the 2nd floor service desk or visit temple.beanstack.org to sign up and start winning prizes!

Canvas Bags Hand Sanitizers Aluminum Water Bottles 1,000 Piece Puzzles Dozens of Free Books Burt’s Bees Essential Kits Paper Kaleidographs Wireless Charging Pads LED Booklight A Mother’s Guided Journal Thermos Cups “Wake and Read” Thermos “Have Book, Will Travel” Thermos Forest Mug with Top “Book Lovers” Mug “I Love Books” Mugs “Library Word Cloud” Mugs “Joy to the World” Cup Mo Willems Pigeon-Themed Mug Ceramic Dinosaur-Themed Tea Infusers

“Murder, She Wrote” Quotable Mini Book “So Many Books, So Little Time” Organizers

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Don’t let the fun stop at the end of summer! Keep up with your TPL Team online for great monthly and weekly programs like these:

Children

Adults

• Kids Craft Corner

• Second Look Book Club

• STEAM Team

• Great Books Club

• Mystique & Mayhem

• Short Story Book Club

• Baby Bookworms

• Traveling Tea

• Toddler Story Time

• Art Journaling

• School-Age Story Time

• Adult Lego Club

• Preschool Story Time

• Stories to Tell • Caregiver Support Group • Books for Lunch

Families • First Friday Programs • Unplugged: All Ages Board Games • Chess Tournament

Teens • Dungeons and Dragons • Teen Advisory Board • Society of Fantastic Bibliophiles • Teen Craft Corner • Teens Who Code For dates, times, and info visit:

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Library Hours Monday – Thursday 10am – 7pm Friday & Saturday 10am – 6pm Sunday 1pm – 6pm 100 W. Adams Ave. Temple, TX 76501

Contact US Circulation 254.298.5556 Adult Services 254.298.5702 Youth Services 254.298.5557

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