Activities in the Children's Department

SUMMER READING REGISTRATION! Get in the Game, READ! at the Normal Public Library this summer! Enjoy fun activities, earn prizes for reaching reading goals, and much more. Registration for summer reading begins Wednesday, May 28. There are reading categories for all ages, including:
· Preschoolers listen to books to earn prizes
· Kindergartners through 6th graders read to earn prizes – those who complete the program will get to choose a free book to keep from the Book Bonanza
· Teens read to earn free books and prizes in the Teen Triathlon
· Adults read 25 children’s books to earn prizes in ARKS (Adults Reading Kids Stuff)

INTERESTED? Register in person in the Children’s Department for Get in the Game, READ! (Preschool – grade 6) and ARKS. Teens should sign up in person at the Circulation Desk on the main floor. 6th graders may choose EITHER Get in the Game, Read! OR Teen Triathlon. If you have questions, call 454-4668 (children/ARKS) or Linda at 452-1757 (teens).

Scholastic Book Fair Kicks Off Summer Reading

Help support the Summer Reading Program and get a start on your own summer books – shop at our Scholastic Book Fair in the Children’s Department! All proceeds will be used to purchase books to be given away to children who complete their 2008 Summer Reading Goals. For every item purchased, you can choose a second item of equal or lesser value for FREE! Book Fair hours are as follows:
Wednesday, May 28 & Thursday, May 29: 9am-8pm
Friday, May 30 & Saturday, May 31: 9am-4pm
Sunday, June 1: 1-4pm
Monday, June 2 through Thursday, June 5: 9am-8pm
Friday, June 6: 9am-3pm

For more information about these and other activities,
call the Children’s Department, 454-4668.

Reception to Welcome New Library Administrator

The Normal Public Library staff and board will host a public reception to welcome new Library Administrator Brian Chase from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, May 17, in the Community Room. The public is invited and encouraged to drop in to meet and chat with Brian; light refreshments will be served.

The Art of Bonsai

Nell Dellinger of Landscape Resources & Bonsai will present an introduction to the art of bonsai, history and horticulture, at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 24 in the Community Room. No registration is required for this FREE program! For more information, call Mary Lou at
452-1757.

Gardening with Herbs

Master Gardener Judy Hines will talk about herbs and their many uses at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 29 in the Community Room. Reservations are requested for this FREE program – you may register in person at the library checkout desk, or by calling 452-1757.

New Drop Box Location Now Available

The newest library drop box is located just south of the Schnucks entrance at Constitution Center in north Normal. Other locations include the Normal Senior Center, Jewel on West Hovey, and the Shoppes at College Hills near Target & Ann Taylor Loft. Each location also has a separate drop box for CDs and DVDs. We hope that these offsite bookdrops will be convenient options when your time is short or parking is unavailable.
**please DO NOT drop off items for the Book Sale at these locations**

Teen Triathlon Summer Reading Program

All teens are invited to register for NPL’s summer reading program, Teen Triathlon, starting May 28 at the main floor Circulation Desk. Read at your own pace to earn free books and prizes. If you turn in a short book review between May 28-July 9, you’ll be entered into a July 10 drawing for a free Boom Box Stereo. It’s easy, and it’s fun! Questions? Call Linda at 452-1757.

Movie Matinee for Adults at NPL

NPL’s Movie Matinee series continues this month at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15. This month’s offering is a comedy starring Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. The couple honeymoons in a travel trailer across the country, experiencing the funny events and hi-jinks that you expect from Lucy and Desi. Bring a friend and enjoy the afternoon – free, and snacks provided!

Donate Your Used Books

The Friends of NPL are happy to accept donations of used book throughout the year.
Bring them to the library marked ‘for the Friends book sale’. Please DO NOT leave your book donations at the off-site book drops!! All donations for the sale must be brought in to the library. Thanks!