Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Upcoming Events in the Youth Services Department Write for fright! Authors' Night 6:30 PM Wednesday, November 19 The event honros winners in the Write for Fright Scary Story Contest. Enjoy spooky readings by winning authors. Refreshments include a Potiion Bar where kids can concoct their own Ghastly Fizzing Drinks. "Ruff Reader" - Kids Read to Dogs! 2 PM Saturday, November 22 Kids can boost reading skills and confidence at private read-aloud sessions with a trained Listener Dog. They'll go home with a Paw Print Diploma and a new enthusiasm for reading. The friendly pooches are from West Michigan Therapy Dog, Inc. Children sign up for 15 minute sessions. Registration opens November 1. Game Day Unplugged 2-4 PM Saturday, November 29 Checkers, Mancala, Battleship, Break the Ice, Cooties and more! Bring your favorite game or play one of ours at this drop-in session. Snacks and a few Goofy Door Prizes will add to the fun. Non-electric games only. All ages. No registration required. Storytimes Start! To register call (231)722-7276 ext. 230 Preschool Storytimes--7 PM Mondays, September 22 - October 27. Stories and activities for ages 3 - 5. Registration required. Toddler Storytimes--11 AM Mondays, September 22 - October 27. Stories and activities aimed at 18 to 36 month olds. Toddlers and grownups attend together. Registration required. Saturday Storytimes--2 PM Saturdays, Sept 27, Oct 4, Oct 18, Nov 1. Stories and activities for ages 3 - 7. No registration required. 2:20:09 PM     New Items at HPL We have updated our excel file of new items to include those received through October 2008. 2:14:19 PM     Presidential Transition This week, GovGab has a great article on the upcoming Presidential Transition. They have links to all sorts of topics having to do with the transition. 2:04:56 PM

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