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Reading Room Stars and Saturday Events
Join us for the Just Born Reading Room Stars and Saturday Events. Download Flyer.
JUST BORN READING ROOM STARS SERIES Meet the Authors!
Ten free books will be prizes at a drawing on the day of the event! Additional author books are available to purchase. Fowler Family Southside Ctr 403
Call 1-877-543-0998 to reserve your space. Fee: FREE
Grade listings are a guideline. Feel free to bring older/younger siblings; however, only one book per family will be distributed. Parents welcome to stay.
Sat, Oct 9, 10:30-11:30 AM
~Henry Fickle and the Magic Dragon of Pennsylvania (Grades 2-8) Author: Michele Mack
Join young Henry Fickle, the ten-year-old eccentric inventor, and the magic dragon on their magical journey as they soar over popular local destinations such as; Lake Erie, Hershey’s Chocolate World, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Dorney Park and more! Pre-registration is required. Course Code: YTHY8928-Q1
Sat, Oct 30, 10:30-11:30 AM
~Jay at Play: The Big Hit (Grades Preschool-4) Author: Troy Hein
Local WFMZ sports director, Troy Hein, is joining us today to share his first children’s book. Jay At Play: The Big Hit is a book that teaches the lesson of integrity through little league baseball. The book is based on growing up with his brother Jay and some of the things that they experienced playing sports as kids. Pre-registration is required. Course Code: YTHY8929-Q1
Sat, Dec 11, 10:30-11:30 AM
~I am Regina (Grades 5-10) Author: Sally Keehn
Based on a true story, this novel portrays the life of a young girl taken from her family by Allegheny Indians in 1755. During her nine-year captivity, Regina becomes almost Indian herself, but never gives up hope of one day being reunited with her white mother. The book's subject is geared toward older children and may not be appropriate for children under age 11. Pre-registration is required. Course Code: YTHY8930-Q1
JUST BORN FIRST SATURDAYS AT THE READING ROOM
Open to the public, but registration is encouraged. Call 610-861-5526. Fee: FREE,
Includes time for book selection. Fowler Family Southside Ctr 403
Sep 11, 10-11 AM
“LEHIGH VALLEY DRUM CIRCLE and EXPERIENCE THE BEAT”
Explore the rhythm of words and the power of imagination during this highly interactive hour-long program. Featured activities include “What’s for Lunch?” and the “Elephant Stomp.” Drums provided.
Oct 2, 10 AM-Noon
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
City of Bethlehem firefighters will visit the Reading Room to discuss fire safety for children of all ages. Explore the Children’s Fire Safety House, view an actual ladder truck and watch our dedicated firefighters suit up for a call!
Nov 6, 10 AM-Noon
FAMILY SAFETY DAY WITH McGRUFF
The Nation’s Most Famous Crime Dog brings along City of Bethlehem Crime Prevention Officer Tom DeFrank to discuss topics ranging from bike safety, school safety, safe play, gender roles, bullying, cyber stalking, drugs, guns, diversity and gangs or anything you want to know.
Dec. 4, 10 AM-Noon
MASON JAR HOLIDAY COOKIE PROJECT
Join chef and food professional Lisa Bowland as she walks children through an assembly line of sugar, spice and everything nice enough to make a dry-ingredient-filled mason jar cookie mix. Use as a gift for someone special! Recipes, wrappings and gift card included. Limited to 20 children, but Reading Room open to everyone for free book selection.
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THIRD SATURDAYS AT THE READING ROOM
Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20.
Calling All Kids! Be part of the President’s Fitness Challenge! (grades 4&5)
City of Bethlehem Police Dept. Fitness Trainer, Officer Michael Ogrodnick, will visit the Reading Room to help kids incorporate exercise into their daily routines. This three-part series will culminate in an age-appropriate run/walk that will include a Bethlehem Bike police escort. Open to any ability level. NOTE: Children must wear sneakers. Visit www.presidentschallenge.org for information on this nationally recognized program.
Call 610-861-5526 to register. FREE, preregistration required. Maximum of 20 participants.
SPECIAL FOURTH SATURDAYS AT THE READING ROOM
Sponsored by the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley
Sep 25, 10 AM-Noon
Dancing with Lisa (Grades Preschool-2)
Join Lisa Bowland dancing to the music of High School Musical followed by a book reading in the Cops’n’Kids Reading Room. Wear sneakers or dancing shoes. Call 610-861-5526 to register.
Sat, Oct 23, 10 AM-Noon
King School Series with Beth Johnson (Grades Preschool-3)
Author Beth Johnson is back! Come hear about Kendra, Jasmin, Victor and Derek--four ethnically diverse 1st graders--and their adventures at home and in school in this series of books about their experiences together and on their own. Each is an engaging story and contains lively illustrations you will enjoy. Pre-registration is required. Call 1-877-543-0998 to register. Course Code: YTHY8931-Q1
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