Be Creative

2009 Summer Reading Program

Calendar of Events - June

                

Be Creative - paintingCheck our Info for Kids pages for regular story time schedules.

A list of events for teens can be found on the Young Adult Summer Reading Program page.

Programs are appropriate for all ages of children, unless specified. Programs at Linebaugh Library are held in the Children's Library. Programs at Smyrna Library are held in the library conference room, unless specified. Also, check out the July Calendar of Events.

 
Tuesday, June 2 SRP Kickoff with Scott Tripp
Life of the Party Balloon Artist & Magician. (all ages) 
10 a.m. Smyrna (outside)
1 p.m. Linebaugh
Wednesday, June 3 Merry Tales
Storyteller Tina Marie Daemon and Despereaux. (all ages)
9:30 & 10:30 a.m. Smyrna
Thursday, June 4 Craft Time
Movie Star Sunglasses (all ages)
10 a.m. Smyrna
Friday, June 5 Conductor Jack
The Keys To Creativity music program. Kids ages 1-10 are encouraged to express themselves through singing, dancing, creative play, imagination and fun.
1 p.m. Linebaugh
Tuesday, June 9 Soul of a People: Folktales
Jette Halladay and the Boro Tellers will share regional folktales, as part of our Soul of a People program series. (all ages)
10 a.m. Smyrna
2 p.m. Linebaugh
Tuesday, June 9 Puppet Show & Story Time
With Micki and Becky. (all ages)
10 a.m. MGL
Wednesday, June 10 Murfreesboro Youth Orchestra Instrument Petting Zoo
10 a.m. Smyrna (outside)
Wednesday, June 10 The Book Beat
Participants will read a book, article, etc. and write a rap song to perform at the SRP finale. (all ages)
1 p.m. MGL
Wednesday, June 10 Improv Workshop
Fun & silly theater games for tweens. (ages 10-14)
2 p.m. Linebaugh
Thursday, June 11 Bookworms
Parents and caregivers will read to their preschoolers, help them make an art project, and enjoy a snack. ($3 materials fee)
10 a.m. MGL
Thursday, June 11 Craft Time
Design your own fan. (all ages)
10 a.m. Smyrna
Friday, June 12 The Plot Thickens
Hardy Boys & Nancy Drew mysteries will be read. (ages 8-16)
10 a.m. MGL
Friday, June 12 Merry Tales
Storyteller Tina Marie Daemon and Despereaux. (all ages)
1 p.m. Linebaugh
Tuesday, June 16 Come Scream at the Top of Your Lungs
With Ken & Gail McDaniels (all ages)
9:30 & 10:30 a.m. Smyrna
Tuesday, June 16 Spaghetti & Marshmallows
Use spaghetti and marshmallows to learn teamwork, resourcefulness, and leadership. (all ages)
1 p.m. MGL
Wednesday, June 17 Ross & Ahree Lester and Kids Unplugged
Ross and Ahree Lester entertain their audiences using unique  props, humor, instruments and plenty of audience participation. (all ages)
9:30 & 10:30 a.m. Smyrna
1 p.m. Linebaugh
Thursday, June 18 Craft Time
Mask Decorating (all ages)
10 a.m. Smyrna
Thursday, June 18 Colorific Clues
Use crayons, pencils, and markers to create Hardy Boys or Nancy Drew mystery clues. (ages 8-16)
10 a.m. MGL
Thursday, June 18 Young Adult Book Discussion Group
This month's selection: Twilight by Stephenie Meyer. (ages 12 & up)
4:30 p.m. Linebaugh
Friday, June 19 Yarn Spinners
A casual gathering of knitters of all skill levels and interests. Join us if you are interested in learning to knit or  share your knitting expertise.  Bring needles and yarn.  (ages 8-adult)
1 p.m. Linebaugh
Tuesday, June 23 Imagine That Crew!
Join Miss Debbie and Mr. Jeff for live music, stories, puppets & laughs! (all ages)
10 a.m. Smyrna (outside)
1 p.m. Linebaugh
Tuesday, June 23 Make Your Own Instrument
Use Internet search engines to do research, then make your own musical instrument. (ages 8-16)
1 p.m. MGL
Wednesday, June 24 Super Science Tennessee
Experience the wonders of interactive science experiments from explosions to bubbling potions that teach, delight and fascinate children. (school age)
10 a.m. Smyrna (outside)
1 p.m. Linebaugh
Thursday, June 25 Craft Time
Scratch Pinwheel (all ages)
10 a.m. Smyrna
Friday, June 26 Creative Cooking With Katie
A hands-on, interactive culinary program demonstrating that a delicious healthy meal comes from a creative mind. (ages 12 & up)
1 p.m. Linebaugh
Saturday, June 27 Improv Workshop
Fun & silly theater games. (ages 12 & up)
1 p.m. Smyrna
Tuesday, June 30 Nashville Zoo Wildlife on Wheels
Explore the world of zoos while meeting Nashville Zoo's live ambassadors. (all ages)
10 a.m. Smyrna (outside)
1 p.m. Linebaugh

For more information, contact your branch library:
Linebaugh, 893-4131 ext. 114
Eagleville, 274-2626
MGL, 907-3429
Smyrna, 459-4884

Want more info on the Summer Reading Program? Visit our Be Creative page or our Summer Reading Program FAQ. We also have a program just for teens -- the Young Adult Summer Reading Program.

See the Linebaugh Youth Services page, the Smyrna Youth Services page, or the MGL Events page for information on daily story times and other events.

 

Last Updated: 16 May 2009