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March 2010 Programs & Events

Centre County Library/Bellefonte—call 355-1516 for more information:

SIT & KNIT—Thursdays at 1:30 in the Centre County Library

            March 11, March 18, March 25

 

Tuesday, March 16 at 6:30pm at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte--EDIBLES IN THE LANDSCAPE:
Learn how to get started in your own backyard with edibles such as herbs, flowers, berry-producing shrubs and trees, including information on the best varieties, where to find them, and how to grow them at this program presented by the Bellefonte Garden Club.

 

Wednesday, March 17 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte—ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

            The Adult Book Discussion group meets the third Wednesday of each month in the Library building at 6:30pm.  Come pick up your copy of the March selection at the Centre County Library Circulation Desk!

 

Sunday, March 21 at 2:30pm in the Centre County Library Historical Museum’s Miller Room—SUNDAY AFTERNOON CONCERT:

                        The Easterly Chamber Players—Smith Toulson on clarinet, Diane Gold Toulson on flute, and Anne Sullivan on harp—present a recital of classical French music.

 

Wednesday, March 24 at 3:30pm at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte—GOING LOCAL WITH AUTHOR KEN HULL:

            Join us for a book signing and lively discussion about this Adventurer’s Guide to Unique Eats, Cool Pubs, & Cozy Cafes of Central Pennsylvania.

 

Thursday, March 25 at 6pm at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte—FINANCIAL HOUSEKEEPING SERIES:  “Identity Theft—How to Spot It and How to Stop It”   Presented by Tina Brownson of Consumer Credit Counseling Services

 

BOOK BABIES—Stories and movement activities geared for kids up to 2 years old with a favorite adult IN THE KIDZONE at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte:

            March 16 at 9:15am: “Colors of the Rainbow”—Colorful stories and activities.

            March 23 at 9:15am: “On the Move”—Vehicular tales and activities.

            March 30 at 9:15am: “The Bunny Hop”—Rabbit tales and activities.

 

STORYTIME—Stories and follow-up activity geared for 2- to 6-year-olds with a favorite adult IN THE KIDZONE at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte:

            March 15 at 1:30pm & March 16 at 10:30am:  “Bein’ Green”—Green tales and a green craft.

            March 22 at 1:30pm & March 23 at 10:30am:  “On the Move”—Stories about vehicles followed by a craft on the move.

            March 29 at 1:30pm & March 30 at 10:30am:  “Bunny Hop”—Rabbit tales with a bunny craft.

 

BOOK BINGO—Friday, March 19 from 6:30 to 8pm IN THE KIDZONE at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte—(geared for the whole family including at least one adult): 

            Kids who know their letters and numbers, along with a favorite adult, can try their luck during this after-hours evening of bingo with books as prizes for the winners. 

 

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Holt Memorial Library/Philipsburg—call 342-1987 for more information:

BABY’S MORNING OUT—Tuesdays at 10:30am

                  March 16:  Plant a Flower Day

                  March 23:  Healthy Snack Day

                  March 30:  Take a Walk in the Park Day

     

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME—Wednesdays at 10:15am and Thursdays at 2pm:

            March 10 & 11:  St. Patrick’s Day

            March 17 & 18:  Spring’s Sprung!

            March 24 & 25:  Spring Holiday

            March 31 & April 1:  Rabbit Season

 

ELEMENTARY ACTIVITIES

            March 18 at 6pm:  April Fool’s Prep

            March 25 at 6pm:  Spring Holiday

 

SATURDAY DROP-INS from 11am to 1:30pm:

            March 13, March 20, March 27

 

FAMILY ACTIVITIES

            March 11 at 6pm:  Book Bingo

 

JUST FOR HOMESCHOOLERS!—Thursdays at 6pm (March 11, March 18, March 25)

            Homeschoolers will be meeting Thursdays evening during our Elementary Activities programs to discuss interests, activities, lend support, and share experiences.  All homeschooling parents are welcome and encouraged to try it out!

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Centre Hall Area Branch Library—call 364-2580 for more information:

STORYTIMES—Mondays at 10:30am

            March 15—St. Patrick’s Day Fun

            March 22—Happy Spring!

            March 29—Monkey Business

 

KNITTING CIRCLE—second and fourth Mondays from 6pm to 8pm

            March 11 and March 25

 

BREAD MACHINE MASH-UP—Thursday, March 18 from 6pm to 8pm:  Learn, question and share your bread machine recipes, secrets, and tips.  Samples available.

 

SPRING THAW TOAST FUN—Tuesday, March 23 from 6pm to 8pm:  Drop in to celebrate the coming of spring with a toast to warm weather and wishes to come.

 

JUMP INTO MARCH MADNESS—Pick up a basketball bracket any time during the month and follow along.

 

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Aaronsburg Area Public Library—call 349-5328 for more information:

PJ STORYTIMES (Mondays at 6pm) and MORNING STORYTIMES (Tuesdays at 10:30am)—

            March 15 & 16—St. Patrick’s Day stories and craft

            March 22 & 23—Spring stories and craft

            March 29 & 30—Bunny stories and craft

 

KNITTER’S NIGHT at 6pm on March 25

 

Look for our CHESS NIGHT coming in April!

 

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April 2010 Programs & Events

Centre County Library/Bellefonte & Centre County Library Bookmobile:

Thursday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 14 at the Circulation Desks in the Centre County Library in Bellefonte and the Centre County Library Bookmobile—

            Win a copy of this year’s PA One Book, Every Young Child title What a Treasure! by entering our raffle between Thursday, April 1 and Wednesday, April 14.  Each visitor to the Centre County Library in Bellefonte and the Centre County Library Bookmobile will receive one raffle ticket per visit.  Every child will receive a sticker featuring artwork from the book each time they visit while supplies last.

 

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Centre County Library/Bellefonte—call 355-1516 for more information:

SIT & KNIT—Thursdays at 1:30 in the Centre County Library

            April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22, April 29

 

Wednesday, April 14 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte—ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

            The Adult Book Discussion group meets the third Wednesday of each month in the Library building at 6:30pm.  Come pick up your copy of the April selection at the   Centre County Library Circulation Desk!

 

Sunday, April 25 at 2:30pm at the Centre County Library Historical Museum’s Miller Room in Bellefonte—SUNDAY AFTERNOON CONCERT AT THE LIBRARY

            Miriam Locklin leads the twenty Bellefonte-based Centre Heritage Singers in classical, folk and pop choral music.

 

BOOK BABIES—Stories and movement activities geared for kids up to 2 years old with a favorite adult in the Kidzone at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte:

            April 6 at 9:15am: “Oh, My Baby!”—Stories and activities about baby animals.

            April 13 at 9:15am: “What a Treasure”—Stories and activities about digging for treasure, featuring the 2010 PA One Book Every Young child selection.

            April 20 at 9:15am: “Growing Things”—Gardening stories and activities.

           

STORYTIME—Stories and follow-up activity geared for 2- to 6-year-olds with a favorite adult in the Kidzone at the Centre County Library in Bellefonte:

            April 5 at 1:30pm & April 6 at 10:30am: “Spring into Spring”—Join us for stories about the joys of spring, followed by a budding craft.

            April 12 at 1:30pm & April 13 at 10:30am: “What a Treasure!”—Featuring the 2010 PA One Book Every Young Child selection, we will read about digging for goodies, and make a treasure to take home.

            April 19 at 1:30pm & April 20 at 10:30am:  “How Does My Garden Grow?”—We’ll plant mini-gardens after we share tales of growing our own flowers and veggies.

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Holt Memorial Library/Philipsburg—call 342-1987 for more information:

BABY’S MORNING OUT—Tuesdays at 10:30am

                  April 6:  April Showers

                  April 13:  Celebrate One Book

                  April 20:  Earth Day

                  April 27:  Tell a Story Day—bring your favorite treasure!

                 

ADULT ACTIVITIES

            April 5:  Adult Reader’s Circle

           

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME—Wednesdays at 10:15am and Thursdays at 2pm:

            March 31 & April 1:  Rabbit Season

            April 7 & 8:  Treasure Hunt

            April 14 & 15:  What a Treasure!

            April 21 & 22:  Earth Day Treasures

            April 28 & 29:  NO PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

           

ELEMENTARY ACTIVITIES

            April 8 at 6pm: Treasure Hunt

            April 15 at 6pm:  What’s Your Treasure?

            April 22 at 6pm:  Recycled Treasures

            April 29 at 6pm:  May Flowers

 

SATURDAY DROP-INS from 11am to 1:30pm:

            April 3, April 10, April 17, April 24

 

FAMILY ACTIVITIES

            April 1 at 6pm:  Game Night

 

JUST FOR HOMESCHOOLERS!—Thursdays at 6pm (April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22, April 29)

            Homeschoolers will be meeting Thursdays evening during our Elementary Activities programs to discuss interests, activities, lend support, and share experiences.  All homeschooling parents are welcome and encouraged to try it out!

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Centre Hall Area Branch Library—call 364-2580 for more information:

STORYTIMES—Mondays at 10:30am

            April 5—Chicka Boom Fun

            April 12—Making Friends

            April 19—Chicks and Chickens

            April 26—April Showers

 

APRIL FOOL’S FUNNIES—Thursday, April 1: Pick a joke out of our jar or add one to it.

 

ONE BOOK EVERY YOUNG CHILD AUTHOR VISIT—Wednesday, April 28 at 1pm:  Join us to meet Will Hillenbrand, illustrator of the 2010 One Book Every Young Child selection, What a Treasure!

           

KNITTING CIRCLE—second and fourth Mondays from 6pm to 8pm

            April 8 & April 22

 

BREAD MACHINE MASH-UP—Thursday, April 15 from 6pm to 8pm:  Join us in making a Fast Baking Bread.  Bring a tip or trick to share.

 

TECH TIP FORUM—Tuesday, April 13 from 6pm to 8pm: Pick up some great tech tips and/or bring one to share.  Email questions to chstaff@centrecountylibrary.org prior to the event, and we’ll do our best to find an answer.

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Aaronsburg Area Public Library—call 349-5328 for more information:

STORYTIMES (Tuesdays at 10:30am)—

            April 6—Stories featuring Sophie Peterman Tells the Truth and a craft

            April 13—Stories featuring What a Treasure! and a craft

            April 20—Earth Day stories and craft

            April 27—Arbor Day stories and craft

           

BOOK CLUB MEETING at 1:30pm on April 14

 

KNITTER’S NIGHT at 6pm on April 29

 

Call the Aaronsburg Area Public Library at 349-5328 about our upcoming Chess Night!

 

 

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