SUMMER 2012
Babysitter Training
 Babysitter Training with First Aid and CPR for Infant & Child
Ages 11–15
Tuesday, June 12 AND Wednesday, June 13
Wednesday, June 20 AND Thursday, June 21
Tuesday, August 7 AND Wednesday, August 8
Two 6-hour training workshops • 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Fee: $45
Become a Red Cross certified babysitter. Training will cover all aspects of babysitter responsibilities and includes a Babysitter Training set which features valuable resources – handbook, emergency reference guide, CD-ROM with templates, organizer, activities and more. Students must attend the entire training workshop and successfully pass all observable skills to earn and receive First Aid certification valid for 3 years, CPR certification valid for 1 year and Babysitter certification. See complete information for Babysitter Training.
Manners Do Matter 
Students who have completed grades 2–8
Stepping Into Etiquette, featured in the Chicago Tribune, will present two entertaining and interactive workshops.
REGISTER for one or both.
Students living outside the Library District may register beginning 6/8 for June and 6/29 for July for $2 per person per date.
Everyday Basic Etiquette & Dining Etiquette
Monday, June 25 • 2:00–3:30 p.m.
 Students will learn the importance of having good manners and how using manners will improve their relationships with their friends and family. Basic rules of etiquette, making good impressions, greetings and introductions, conversation and listening skills and being kind and considerate to all will be covered.
Out & About and On the Go Manners & Dining Etiquette
Friday, June 22 • 1:30–3:00 p.m. OR
Friday, July 13 • 10:30 a.m.–Noon
Students will learn how important it is for them to know how to conduct themselves in public. Courtesy and respect for neighbors, respect for other people’s property, mall manners, how to behave at the movies, live performances, museums, churches and libraries, as well as how to be a courteous traveler will be covered.
Movie Nights
Students who have completed grades 4–8
Fridays, June 29, July 20 & August 17 • 4:30–7:00 p.m.
Watch a recent release on the big screen. Titles will be posted at the ASK ME Desk. Pizza provided by Gino’s East, popcorn and lemonade will be served. REGISTER
Settling the Fox Valley
Students who have completed grades 2–5
Thursdays, July 12 & 19 • 10:30 a.m.–Noon
Join us for an interactive historical experience of life in the 1840s complete with interesting facts, stories of Native Americans and early settlers, games, hands-on opportunities with artifacts from that era, as well as displays and a take-home packet. Presented in partnership with the Elias Kent Kane Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the St. Charles Heritage Center. REGISTER for one session or both.
Students living outside the Library District may attend for $2 per person per date on a space available basis.
Reading with Rover
 Students who have completed grades 1–4
Tuesdays, July 17 & July 31
Monday, July 23
Thursdays, August 9 & 16
1:30–3:00 p.m.
It’s all about reading aloud to a four-legged friend – a dog – a specially trained therapy dog. Bring your books or select from ours and read aloud for 15 minutes. Please review guidelines on our website prior to registering. Reading with Rover Mission: To inspire children to discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a positive and fun environment.
Please review our Reading with Rover Guidelines before registering for this event. REGISTER
Karen G. Russell Memorial Student Lecture Series
In memory of Karen G. Russell, the William Russell family has established a lecture series for students. Karen’s many passions included reading, art, history and gardening. This lecture series enables the Library to bring her passions to the students of our community. Each February and July, Chicago area experts, artists, authors and others will introduce students to their art, craft or profession by providing an interactive experience.
Once Upon A Time A Looooooong Time Ago . . .
Storytelling with Linda Gorham for students who have completed grades K–5
Wednesday, July 18 • 10:00–11:30 a.m.
Storyteller Linda Gorham will tell her favorite stories from folklore and popular children’s books. There will be audience participation, humor and even zaniness as each student creates a wildly unique version of the Gingerbread Man to tell at home. “Run, run, fast as you can…you can’t catch me, I’m the …Cornbread, Muffin, Donut or maybe Chocolate Chip Cookie…Man!” Middle school students, as well as adults, also may attend. REGISTER
Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament
Students who have completed grades 3–8
Monday, July 30 • 1:30–5:00 p.m.
Bring your best cards and see if you can be a Yu-Gi-Oh champion! Test your wits and your deck against other players. Winners will receive more Yu-Gi-Oh cards! All participants must agree to Tournament Rules. General information, rules and a list of forbidden cards are posted on the Library website, on the game blog and available via RSS Feed and at the ASK ME Desk. Registration is required – maximum of 32 players – so register early to guarantee your spot. REGISTER
Gaming After Hours
Students who have completed grades 5–8
Friday, August 10 • 6:00–10:00 p.m.
MEAL FEE: $5 per person
 It will be a gaming extravaganza filled with video and board games. There will be Wii games, PS 3, Xbox 360 with Kinect and more. Pizza, pop and snacks will be served. Register with a friend. Only in-person registration accepted. Parental signature required with payment of the meal fee. Minimum of 20 students registered by August 3 will be necessary to hold event. Deadline to register is Noon on Thursday, August 9. REGISTER
Students living outside the Library District may register in person beginning 7/20 for $10 per person.
Welcome to Kindergarten
 Students entering Kindergarten & Parent
Wednesday, August 15 • 10:00–11:30 a.m.
It’s all about kindergarten and what to
expect when school starts. Stories, songs and creative activities will get your child ready for that first day. Bring your St. Charles Library card or apply for one that day. Please make other arrangements for siblings. REGISTER
Pride of the Fox: RiverFest Storytelling in Lincoln Park
GET CARDED AT RIVERFEST!
 Friday, June 8; Saturday, June 9 & Sunday, June 10
Visit the Van
Storytelling on the Gazebo Stage
from 3:00–3:30 p.m. each day
There will be “something for everyone” at this annual event and especially for kids from 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. in Lincoln Park. Storytellers from the Library will be telling tales to make you giggle, wiggle and smile. Stop by our van to spin the Library wheel for a prize or ”Get Carded at RiverFest” by showing us your St. Charles Library card to receive a water bottle coolie or gel bracelet (while supplies last). For more information about the Festival visit www.prideofthefox.com.
Family Gaming
July & August
Tuesday, July 3; Friday, July 6;
Monday, July 9 • 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Monday, July 2; Thursday, July 26; Monday, August 6 • 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 5; Monday, July 16; Wednesday, August 1 • 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Gaming fun for everyone. Drop by the Helen Gale Story Room and play board and/or video games on Wii, PS 3 or Xbox 360 with Kinect. Featured games will be posted on our website, on the game blog and at the ASK ME Desk. Show your St. Charles Library card at the door. DROP-IN
You Build with LEGO™
 Thursday, June 14 • 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Monday, June 25 • 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Wednesday, July 11 • 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 24 • 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Friday, August 3 • 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Thursday, August 16 • 10:00 a.m.–Noon
Bring your imagination. We have all you will need to create with LEGO™ bricks. Your creation will be displayed in Youth Services until the next event. Children through age 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Students who have completed grades 2–8 may attend without an adult. Parental signature is needed for photos to be posted to the Library’s Facebook page. REGISTER
Notes, Nonsense & Noshing: Picnic Fun at the Library
Monday, June 18 • Noon–1:00 p.m. Concert with Bill Hooper
Thursday, July 19 • 3:00–4:00 p.m. Juggler Truly Remarkable Loon
Wednesday, August 15 • 6:30–7:30 p.m. Concert with Laura Doherty
 Pack your picnic basket and head to the Library for fun while you enjoy your feast. Event will be held outside weather permitting or in the Huntley Meeting Room.
REGISTER
Book Exchange & Sale
Sponsored by the Junior Friends
Tuesday, June 26 • 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. Huntley Meeting Room
 Read all your books and want something new? Then the Book Exchange is exactly what you need. Bring books you no longer want to exchange for books you do want. Don’t have any books to exchange? That’s okay as books also will be available to buy. Books for all ages will be available: infants through middle school. Download the book exchange and sale guidelines. Be sure to stop by frequently as new books will be continually arriving. DROP-IN
Imagination Student Art Show
The Library is excited to once again host the CUSD #303 Student Art Show from July 2–31. Works from elementary through high school will be displayed in the Huntley Meeting Room, the Net.Gallery and both lobby display cases.
An Open House honoring the student artists will be held on Saturday, July 14 from 2:00–3:00 p.m. in the Huntley Meeting Room. The community is invited to attend.
Deli-cious Wild Food Deli-cacies
Monday, July 2 • 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Stories and songs good enough to gobble-up will include everyone’s favorite tales: "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly" and many more. Live animals also will be part of the fun. REGISTER
Families living outside the Library District may attend for $2 per person on a space available basis.
Melikin Puppet Theater: Fabled Mr. Aesop
Monday, July 16 • 10:30–11:30 a.m.
 Reading is So Delicious! Each tale has a story line with food as the main ingredient. Featured fables are: "The Fox and the Grapes," "City Mouse and Country Mouse," "Dog and his Shadow," "The Stout Man and the Fly," "Grasshopper and the Ants" and "Tortoise and the Hare." REGISTER
Families living outside the Library District may attend for $2 per person on a space available basis.
Used Book Sale: Everything for Kids
Sponsored by the Junior Friends of the Library
Friday, July 27 • 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. • Huntley Meeting Room
Fiction and nonfiction books, puzzles, videos, audiobooks and more!
Movie Matinee
Thursday, August 2 • 1:30–3:45 p.m.
Some movies make you want to sing, dance and join in the action. So, get ready to do it all and experience a family movie in a completely interactive way with signs, props and more. Join us as we lead you through all the actions while the movie plays on the big screen. Movie title will be posted at the ASK ME Desk. REGISTER
Families living outside the Library District may attend for $2 per person on a space available basis.
Big Balloon Diner Show
 Monday, August 6 • 11:00 a.m.–Noon
Smarty Pant’s show will feature eye-popping, giant balloons as he entertains with magic, storytelling and lots of comedy. REGISTER
Families living outside the Library District may attend for $2 per person on a space available basis.
Back-to-School & Danger Awareness Safety Workshop
Tuesday, August 14 • 9:30–10:15 a.m. OR 11:00–11:45 a.m.
This Tammy Town safety workshop will offer children and students a unique opportunity to learn how to be safe in their community through interactive role playing scenarios. REGISTER
Families living outside the Library District may attend for $2 per person on a space available basis.
Hidden Book
June 13 – August 8
Somewhere on the shelves in Youth Services a special book will be hidden three times a day: morning, afternoon and evening. A sample book will be on display at the ASK ME Desk. Find the book and claim your reward (a Kids Meal) at the ASK ME Desk.
Macy’s Museum Adventure Pass
Use the Smartest Card – your Library Card – to receive free admission or a special discount at unique Chicago area cultural destinations. Passes are available on a first–come basis each week. Learn about each of the destinations at www.museumadventure.org. Then come to the ASK ME Desk with your library card and driver’s license during the week you wish to visit. Passes are issued to adults for their immediate family. More information.
Passport Program
 Kane & DuPage Counties
Memorial Day – Labor Day
The Passport program is offered by the Library in cooperation with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, Preservation Partners and the Kane/DuPage Regional Museum Association. The Program introduces families to nature centers and museums in Kane and DuPage Counties. Pick up your Passport at the ASK ME Desk for all the details.
You Deserve It! A Thank You for Parents
May 30 – August 8
The Youth Services staff wishes to recognize and say THANK YOU to parents for emphasizing reading and encouraging children to be lifelong readers. Every time you come to Youth Services, fill out an entry form at the ASK ME Desk for the weekly drawing for a Reading is So Delicious insulated picnic tote.
Appy Hour
Adults Only
Tuesday, July 17 • 7:00–8:30 p.m.
There are loads of apps everywhere for everything – but which are the best for kids? Join us for this interactive workshop and discover where to find the best recommended educational and entertaining apps for preschool children, as well as elementary and middle school students. Bring your device and share your favorites with others. REGISTER
Adults living outside the Library District: Register at the ASK ME Desk for $2 per person beginning 7/3.
Home School Workshop
Adults*
Tuesday, August 28 • 10:00–11:15 a.m.
Open Forum 11:15–11:45 a.m.
Register by Friday, August 24
An overview of the services and resources the Library provides for families that home school: Internet access, Live Homework Help,
e-books, online resources, research strategies, literature programs and more. An open forum will provide an opportunity to network with other parents. Register everyone who will be attending. REGISTER
*Supervised activities for children will be available from 10:00–11:15 a.m.
Adults living outside the Library District: Register at the ASK ME Desk for $5 per person beginning 8/14.
Every Child Ready to Read
Especially for Parents, Grandparents, Preschool Educators and Child Care Providers – Adults Only
Wednesday, August 29 • 7:00–8:30 p.m.
Reading is one of the most important gifts you can give your child. Learn what you can do at home to develop your child’s pre-reading skills. Get suggestions for age-appropriate books and resources, as well as easy ways to include these skills in your daily activities. In just 90 minutes, discover how to best use your time to read and interact with your child. Your workshop leaders have received training to help you help your child be ready to read. REGISTER
Adults living outside the Library District: Register at the ASK ME Desk for $5 per person beginning 8/15. |
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Also see the Story Time Guide for these events:
Kindergartners
Middle School students are eligible to volunteer weekly in Youth Services. Due to the high return of experienced Junior Friends there are limited openings for new volunteers. If you are interested, we recommend placing your name on the waiting list at the ASK ME Desk. Thinking about next summer? We will contact students on the waiting list for training in May for summer 2012.
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