Upcoming library events at Great River Regional Library - Monticello

E-READER/TABLET HELP

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Tuesdays: June 18, July 16 & August 20 - 6:00-8:00pm. Do you have an Electronic Reader but no idea how to use it? Have specific question regarding downloading library materials? Alex will be here the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 6-8pm to personally assist you with your 3-reader/tablet questions. Help is provided on a first come first served basis.

REMARKABLE REPTILES

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursday, Junes 20, - 2:00-3:00pm. What is truth and what is myth? Remarkable Reptiles bring the facts, along with a variety of unique, beautiful, living reptiles to the library for this fun and educational program. For children ages 3-12. No registration

BABY BOUNCE

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Fridays, June 7, 14, 21, 28 & July 12, - 10:30-10:50am. For ages infant to 18 months. Introduce your baby to the wonderful world of reading, finger plays and songs featuring important early literacy skills. We will feature a new theme each week. Class limited to 12 babies and their parent/caregiver. Call the library or register online@www.griver.org.

LUNCH BUNCH

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Fridays, June 7, 14, 21 & 28,- 12:00 -1:00pm. Bring your lunch to the library and enjoy a great book! Join Sandy as she reads Diary of a Wimpy Kid while you eat your lunch! The last fifteen minutes of class will be games and crafts. Class limited to 20 children ages 7-12.
Call the Library or register online @www.griver.org.

THE TATOR TOTS

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Mondays, June 10 – August 5, - 10:15 -11:00. Join Miss Rutabaga for a weekly story time featuring stories about rocks, gnomes, dinosaurs and other wonderful things. We will discover a new theme each week with stories, finger plays and songs while parents relax in the library and come back to assist their child with a group craft project. Class size limited to 24 children ages 3-5. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

BABY BOUNCE

When: Friday, June 28, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Fridays, June 7, 14, 21, 28 & July 12, - 10:30-10:50am. For ages infant to 18 months. Introduce your baby to the wonderful world of reading, finger plays and songs featuring important early literacy skills. We will feature a new theme each week. Class limited to 12 babies and their parent/caregiver. Call the library or register online@www.griver.org.

LUNCH BUNCH

When: Friday, June 28, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Fridays, June 7, 14, 21 & 28,- 12:00 -1:00pm. Bring your lunch to the library and enjoy a great book! Join Sandy as she reads Diary of a Wimpy Kid while you eat your lunch! The last fifteen minutes of class will be games and crafts. Class limited to 20 children ages 7-12.
Call the Library or register online @www.griver.org.

THE TATOR TOTS

When: Monday, July 01, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Mondays, June 10 – August 5, - 10:15 -11:00. Join Miss Rutabaga for a weekly story time featuring stories about rocks, gnomes, dinosaurs and other wonderful things. We will discover a new theme each week with stories, finger plays and songs while parents relax in the library and come back to assist their child with a group craft project. Class size limited to 24 children ages 3-5. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

BABY BOUNCE

When: Friday, July 05, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Fridays, June 7, 14, 21, 28 & July 12, - 10:30-10:50am. For ages infant to 18 months. Introduce your baby to the wonderful world of reading, finger plays and songs featuring important early literacy skills. We will feature a new theme each week. Class limited to 12 babies and their parent/caregiver. Call the library or register online@www.griver.org.

THE TATOR TOTS

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Mondays, June 10 – August 5, - 10:15 -11:00. Join Miss Rutabaga for a weekly story time featuring stories about rocks, gnomes, dinosaurs and other wonderful things. We will discover a new theme each week with stories, finger plays and songs while parents relax in the library and come back to assist their child with a group craft project. Class size limited to 24 children ages 3-5. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

ANIME

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Monday nights, June 3, July 8 & August 5, 6:00 – 7:15pm. For Teens. Do you like Anime? Join us at the library for the return of the popular club. Watch the monthly Anime selection and find out what’s new in Manga!

BALLOONOLOGY 101 with Shirley U Jest and Dot:

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Tuesday, July 9, - 3:00 –4:00pm. Shirley U Jest and Dot are back again to show kids and their parents the exciting world of balloon creations. We will teach you to create 3-4 basic animals and a fantastic headpiece that will amaze your friends and family. Children must be able to tie a knot or have a parent/guardian with them in the class to assist. Class limited to 25 children, ages 7 and up. Call the library or register online@www.griver.org.

THE TURNIPS

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursdays, July 11, 18, 25 & August 1, - 12:30 – 1:30. Join Miss Rutabaga in exploring weekly themes which include gardening, rocks, dinosaurs and critters living on or below the surface! We will feature a story, activities and crafts each week. For the school-age kiddos (who just finished kindergarten – 5th grade). Class limited to 24 children. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

BRODINI MAGIC SHOW

When: Saturday, July 13, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Saturday, July 13, - 11:00-12:00pm. Magician Brodini is back by popular demand! This action packed comedy/magic show is known to keep everyone on the edge of their seats! All ages welcome. Registration is not required.

THE TATOR TOTS

When: Monday, July 15, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Mondays, June 10 – August 5, - 10:15 -11:00. Join Miss Rutabaga for a weekly story time featuring stories about rocks, gnomes, dinosaurs and other wonderful things. We will discover a new theme each week with stories, finger plays and songs while parents relax in the library and come back to assist their child with a group craft project. Class size limited to 24 children ages 3-5. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

E-READER/TABLET HELP

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Tuesdays: June 18, July 16 & August 20 - 6:00-8:00pm. Do you have an Electronic Reader but no idea how to use it? Have specific question regarding downloading library materials? Alex will be here the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 6-8pm to personally assist you with your 3-reader/tablet questions. Help is provided on a first come first served basis.

THE TURNIPS

When: Thursday, July 18, 2013 - 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursdays, July 11, 18, 25 & August 1, - 12:30 – 1:30. Join Miss Rutabaga in exploring weekly themes which include gardening, rocks, dinosaurs and critters living on or below the surface! We will feature a story, activities and crafts each week. For the school-age kiddos (who just finished kindergarten – 5th grade). Class limited to 24 children. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

Lego Art Class with Abrakadoodle

When: Friday, July 19, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Is your child loco for Legos? If so, you'll love this class. Build a race car out of Legos, then challenge others to a race! After we'll sculpt our Lego race cars out of model magic and make large scale Lego sculptures and imaginary creatures. Participants will not take their Lego creations home, but all are welcome to take photos.

THE TATOR TOTS

When: Monday, July 22, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Mondays, June 10 – August 5, - 10:15 -11:00. Join Miss Rutabaga for a weekly story time featuring stories about rocks, gnomes, dinosaurs and other wonderful things. We will discover a new theme each week with stories, finger plays and songs while parents relax in the library and come back to assist their child with a group craft project. Class size limited to 24 children ages 3-5. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

SAINT JOHN�S ARBORETUM PRESENTS: �SOIL ROCKS! CAN YOU DIG IT?�

When: Tuesday, July 23, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Tuesday, July 23, -2:30-3:30pm. Have you ever thought about the world beneath your feet? St. John’s Arboretum is ready to give you the dirt on what is going on down there through games, stories and hands- on -activities. Class limited to 35 children ages 3-12. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

THE TURNIPS

When: Thursday, July 25, 2013 - 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursdays, July 11, 18, 25 & August 1, - 12:30 – 1:30. Join Miss Rutabaga in exploring weekly themes which include gardening, rocks, dinosaurs and critters living on or below the surface! We will feature a story, activities and crafts each week. For the school-age kiddos (who just finished kindergarten – 5th grade). Class limited to 24 children. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

MOVIE NIGHT �

When: Thursday, July 25, 2013 - 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursday, July 25, - 5:00-8:00pm.
A curious Bilbo Baggins journeys to the Lonely Mountain with a vigorous group of Dwarves to reclaim a treasure stolen from them by the dragon Smaug. For Teens and adults. Children under 13 need to have a parent with them. Free popcorn! Movie space limited to 50, call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

THE TATOR TOTS

When: Monday, July 29, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Mondays, June 10 – August 5, - 10:15 -11:00. Join Miss Rutabaga for a weekly story time featuring stories about rocks, gnomes, dinosaurs and other wonderful things. We will discover a new theme each week with stories, finger plays and songs while parents relax in the library and come back to assist their child with a group craft project. Class size limited to 24 children ages 3-5. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

THE TURNIPS

When: Thursday, August 01, 2013 - 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursdays, July 11, 18, 25 & August 1, - 12:30 – 1:30. Join Miss Rutabaga in exploring weekly themes which include gardening, rocks, dinosaurs and critters living on or below the surface! We will feature a story, activities and crafts each week. For the school-age kiddos (who just finished kindergarten – 5th grade). Class limited to 24 children. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ

When: Thursday, August 01, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursday, August 1, 8, 15 & 22, - 2:30-3:30pm. Early Literacy Begins With You! It’s never too early or too late to help your child develop language and other early literacy skills. Michele will introduce simple everyday activities and skills that make it easier for children to read once they start school. This class is for parents and children ages 3-5.
Class limited to 20 children and their parent/caregiver. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

THE TATOR TOTS

When: Monday, August 05, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Mondays, June 10 – August 5, - 10:15 -11:00. Join Miss Rutabaga for a weekly story time featuring stories about rocks, gnomes, dinosaurs and other wonderful things. We will discover a new theme each week with stories, finger plays and songs while parents relax in the library and come back to assist their child with a group craft project. Class size limited to 24 children ages 3-5. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

ANIME

When: Monday, August 05, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Monday nights, June 3, July 8 & August 5, 6:00 – 7:15pm. For Teens. Do you like Anime? Join us at the library for the return of the popular club. Watch the monthly Anime selection and find out what’s new in Manga!

THE WONDERWEAVERS PRESENTS: �ONCE UPON A DREAM�

When: Tuesday, August 06, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Tuesday, August 6, - 2:00-3:00pm. Imaginations will take flight as the WonderWeavers-Story Tellers present once upon a time stories pulled from our dream pillows. Reach for the stars and be part of the show as new and old stories comet to life. Puppets, costumes, magic and songs will appear to enchant dreamers of all ages. Pillows and blankets welcome, big dreams encouraged but no sleeping.
For children and their families. No registration required.

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ

When: Thursday, August 08, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursday, August 1, 8, 15 & 22, - 2:30-3:30pm. Early Literacy Begins With You! It’s never too early or too late to help your child develop language and other early literacy skills. Michele will introduce simple everyday activities and skills that make it easier for children to read once they start school. This class is for parents and children ages 3-5.
Class limited to 20 children and their parent/caregiver. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ

When: Thursday, August 15, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursday, August 1, 8, 15 & 22, - 2:30-3:30pm. Early Literacy Begins With You! It’s never too early or too late to help your child develop language and other early literacy skills. Michele will introduce simple everyday activities and skills that make it easier for children to read once they start school. This class is for parents and children ages 3-5.
Class limited to 20 children and their parent/caregiver. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.

E-READER/TABLET HELP

When: Tuesday, August 20, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Tuesdays: June 18, July 16 & August 20 - 6:00-8:00pm. Do you have an Electronic Reader but no idea how to use it? Have specific question regarding downloading library materials? Alex will be here the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 6-8pm to personally assist you with your 3-reader/tablet questions. Help is provided on a first come first served basis.

EVERY CHILD READY TO READ

When: Thursday, August 22, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello

Thursday, August 1, 8, 15 & 22, - 2:30-3:30pm. Early Literacy Begins With You! It’s never too early or too late to help your child develop language and other early literacy skills. Michele will introduce simple everyday activities and skills that make it easier for children to read once they start school. This class is for parents and children ages 3-5.
Class limited to 20 children and their parent/caregiver. Call the Library or register online@www.griver.org.