Children's Newletter of the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library
October / November / December 2006 Volume 16, Number 4

STORIES & FUN
Registration for Toddler and Preschool Story Times begins Wednesday, October 11 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.  Please bring proof of birthdate and your Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library card to registration.
TODDLER STORY TIME 10 to 10:30 a.m.  For 2 year-olds Tuesdays beginning October 17 through December 5 Wednesdays beginning October 18 through December 6 Thursdays beginning October 19 through December 7 Join us for picture books, finger plays and playtime.  Children must be two years of age by October 17, 2006.	PRESCHOOL STORY TIME 4 to 4:30 p.m.   For 3 to 5 year-olds   Tuesdays beginning October 1 through December 5 Thursdays beginning October 19 through December 7      Join us for picture books and reading fun.  Children must be three years of age by October 17, 2006.

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Need Help with your Homework !   Live Homework Help Use in the library or at home  Live Homework Help is a one-on-one online tutoring program available to students in grades 4 - 12, between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m.  This subscription database can be accessed through our homepage  www.hwpl.org.  Tutoring is available in four subject areas; English, Math, Social science, and Science.  Students sign on by grade and subject. For a demo and practice sessions click on frequently asked questions.

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Origami Workshop     Monday, October 30, 6:30 p.m.   Grades 3rd to 5th   Origami specialist MaryAnn Scheblein-Dawson brings the exciting world of paperfolding to our library.  She has been paperfolding for more than 10 years and  will tell all about the people who developed origami and will teach several fun models for you to bring home.  Discover the fascinating creations that can be made from a single sheet of paper without glue or scissors.   District residents may register Wednesday, October 18 at 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.

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Bingo and Books Thursday, November 2, 6:30 p.m.   Grades 2nd to 4th                                   Spend an evening learning about your favorite books and authors while playing our version of Book BINGO.    All participants will receive a prize. Children must be able to read or come with someone who can help them.   District residents may register Wednesday, October 18 at 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.

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Create a Tee with a Teen   Thursday, November 16, 6:30 p.m.   Grades 33d to 5th             Make more than just another painted T-shirt.  Our Teen Advisory Committee will help you create wearable art.  You will be able to use fabric paints and an assortment of decorative items (buttons, beads, bows, lace and more!)  Bring your own white T-shirt to embellish.   District residents may register Wednesday, November 1, at 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.

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Art Smart With Cheryl Frey Richards Exciting workshops taught by a professional artist.  Children of all ages will learn to express themselves visually.   Thursday, November 30, 6:30 p.m. for Grades K "“ 1 Prehistoric Cave Painting Primitive tools will be used to grind chalk, berries and other natural products to create paint to make your own prehistoric cave paintings.   Thursday, December 7, 6:30 p.m. for Grades 2 "“ 3 Roman and Byzantine Mosaics Simple squares can be transformed into beautiful images and today you will be able to create your own mosaic image using glass gems.   Thursday, December 14, 6:30 p.m. for Grades 4 "“ 5 Italian Fresco Painting Create your own mini wall fresco with egg tempera paints you make yourself (Allergy Alert!  Egg yolks are used for this).    District residents may register Wednesday, November 15, at 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.

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Celebrate National Children's Book Week    The Fabulous Fable Factory With Plaza Theatrical Productions, Inc.   Ages 4 and older   Sunday, November 12, 2:30 p.m.   When Monroe wanders into a seemingly abandoned factory, he accidentally trips a lever activating the "machinery"� (an assembly line of actors who create fabulous fables).  The factory owner, Mr. Aloysius A. Aesop, explains the factory has been idle for over 2,000 years due to a missing part.  Monroe surprises everyone by supplying the morals to the new fables created by the "Machinery"�.   District Residents may pick up tickets beginning Wednesday, November 1 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.

National Children's Book Week More Books, Please!   November 13 - 19, 2006   Let your imagination soar with children's books.  Come in and share the joys of reading and the wonder of the written word.   For some word search and crossword puzzles visit the Children's Book Council's website at www.cbcbooks.org/cbw/celebrate/puzzles.html.

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Book Discussions Family Book Discussion for Grades 3 - 5   Monday, October 23, 6:30 p.m.   Secret Identity (Shredderman 1) by Wendelin Van Draanen   First in a series, fifth grader Nolan Byrd, with his secret identity Shredderman, uses his brain to triumph over the worst bully in school. (Booklist Editors Choice, 2004)   Family Members are encouraged to participate with your child.   Registration and book pickup is Monday, September 25, at 10 a.m. & 7 p.m. for District Residents. "My Grown-up & Me"� for Grades K - 2     Wednesday, November 15, 6:30 p.m. Rainbow Mystery by Jennifer Dussling Annie and Mike hunt down the clues to solve the mysterious appearance and disappearance of rainbows on Annie's wall.   Registration and book pickup is Wednesday, October 18 at 10 a.m. & 7 p.m. for District Residents.         Top of Page Back to Home Page

Bodacious Book Show III "“ Nature Tales With Bob Bookmark and Rita Digest (Agostino & Co. Performing Arts)   Friday, November 24, 1 to 1:45 p.m.   Ages 4 and older   Bob Bookmark and Rita Digest are back with a special safari edition of the "Have You READ It?"� Game Show.  Animal adventures, poetry and stories celebrating the world of nature are brought to life on stage featuring their amazing Transformation! Face Painting.  This performance is brought to you by Agostino & Co. Performing Arts. (http://www.agostinoarts.com/).   District Residents may pick up tickets beginning Wednesday, November 8 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.

A Year with Frog and Toad With Plaza Theatrical Productions, Inc.   Ages 4 and older   Friday, December 29, 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.   Arnold Lobel's well-loved characters hop from the page to the stage.  A score that bubbles with melody and wit, follows two great friends, cheerful Frog and grumpy Toad, through the seasons.   District Residents and Friends of the Library may pick up tickets beginning Wednesday, December 13 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.   The Friends of the Library are proud to co-sponsor this program.

 last updated 9/9/06