Library Programs - Summer 2012
YA programs for Teens and Tweens
All programs are
free but require registration! Registration begins Monday, May 21.
To register online, visit the Online
Registration page -- or visit or call the library hosting the
program. NOTE:
Registration for Headquarters programs must be in person.
Asterisked * programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Click a location (below) to go directly to programs hosted at the specific library:
Let's Go to the Movies! - YA Summer Reading Program
For those entering grades 6-12.Read 1,500 pages and earn a pass to the movies. Begin reading on Monday, June 4. You may begin reporting on Monday, June 11. The last day to report is Monday, July 30.
Here’s how the program works:
Stop by your local library. Check out a book from the young adult or adult collection.
Take it home. Read it. Bring it back to the library. Library staff will sign you up for the program and record the number of pages you have read.
When you reach 500 pages, we will have a food coupon or candy for you. We’ll do that again when you have reached 1,000 pages. At 1,500 pages, you will be given a movie pass.
You may go through the program twice.
All books must be checked out from the young adult or adult collection. We won’t be counting the pages of cookbooks, encyclopedias, art books, craft books or dictionaries.
Graphic novels will be counted.
EAST NAPLES - 8787 Tamiami Trail East - 775-5592
PROGRAMS - registration is required and begins Monday, May 21.
Creative Cookies
Monday, June 18, 6-6:45 p.m.
Cookies don't have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Ages 10-14 years.
Monday, June 18, 6-6:45 p.m.
Cookies don't have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Ages 10-14 years.
ESTATES - 1266 Golden Gate Blvd., W. - 455-8088
PROGRAMS - registration is required for all programs and begins Monday, May 21
*Magic Workshop
Thursday, June 14, 3-4 p.m.
Observe a sleight of hand magic show, followed by an instructional workshop. Ages 11-15 years.
Creative Cookies
Thursday, June 28, 3-4 p.m.
Cookies don’t have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Entering grades 6 through 10.
Super Sun Catchers
Thursday, July 12, 3-4 p.m.
Use beads and wire to make a stunning sun catcher. Entering grades 6 through 10.
Thursday, June 14, 3-4 p.m.
Observe a sleight of hand magic show, followed by an instructional workshop. Ages 11-15 years.
Creative Cookies
Thursday, June 28, 3-4 p.m.
Cookies don’t have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Entering grades 6 through 10.
Super Sun Catchers
Thursday, July 12, 3-4 p.m.
Use beads and wire to make a stunning sun catcher. Entering grades 6 through 10.
GOLDEN GATE - 2432 Lucerne Road - 252-4542
PROGRAMS - Registration is required for all programs and begins Monday, May 21.
Creative Cookies
for Tweens and Teens
Wednesday, June 20, 3-4 p.m.
Cookies don’t have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Ages 10-15 years.
Mzuribead Necklace
Wednesday, June 27, 3-4 p.m.
Rolled paper beads are colorful and shiny. You can coordinate your necklace with any outfit just by choosing the right paper. Come and learn how to make these African paper beads. Ages 10-15 years.
*Magic Workshop
Wednesday, July 11, 3-4 p.m.
Observe a sleight of hand magic show, followed by an instructional workshop.
Ages 11-13 years.
Macramé, Washer and Wingnut Bracelet.
Wednesday, July 18, 3-4 p.m.
Make a bracelet and play a Twilight concentration game. Ages 10-15 years.
Wednesday, June 20, 3-4 p.m.
Cookies don’t have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Ages 10-15 years.
Mzuribead Necklace
Wednesday, June 27, 3-4 p.m.
Rolled paper beads are colorful and shiny. You can coordinate your necklace with any outfit just by choosing the right paper. Come and learn how to make these African paper beads. Ages 10-15 years.
*Magic Workshop
Wednesday, July 11, 3-4 p.m.
Observe a sleight of hand magic show, followed by an instructional workshop.
Ages 11-13 years.
Macramé, Washer and Wingnut Bracelet.
Wednesday, July 18, 3-4 p.m.
Make a bracelet and play a Twilight concentration game. Ages 10-15 years.
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PROGRAMS
Registration is required for all June programs and begins Monday, May 21.
Registration is required for all July programs and begins Monday, June 25.
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Wednesday, June 13, 3-4 p.m.
Participate in individual and group challenges. Ages 9-12 years.
Creative Cookies for Tweens
Wednesday, June 20, 3-4 p.m.
Cookies don’t have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Ages 9-12 years.
Creative Cookies for Teens
Thursday, June 21, 6-7 p.m.
Cookies don’t have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Ages 12-16 years.
*Magic Workshop
Thursday, June 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Observe a sleight of hand magic show, followed by an instructional workshop. Ages 11-13 years.
*Zumba for Teens
Thursday, July 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Get your heart pumping in this dance/exercise class that lets you move to Latin rhythms. Ages 11-17 years.
*Watercolor and the Florida Highwaymen
Thursday, July 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Learn about the Florida artists known as the Highwaymen and use their work to inspire your own watercolor painting. This will be a hands-on workshop. Ages 11-17 years.
Steampunk Necklaces and Bracelets
Wednesday, July 25, 3-4 p.m.
We will create some awesome jewelry for both girls and guys using washers, nuts and lanyards. Ages 12-17 years.
Get in Shape with Belly Dancing
Thursday, July 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Learn the ancient art of belly dancing as you work your core muscles. Wear comfortable clothes. Ages 12-17 years.
IMMOKALEE - 417 N. First St., Immokalee - 657-2882
PROGRAMS - registration is required for all programs and begins Monday, May 21.
Team Edward or Team Jacob?return to top
Thursday, June 21, 3-4 p.m.
Come together despite your differences for an afternoon of fun, trivia and games!
Ages 11 years and older.
Glowing Jewelry!
Thursday, July 12, 3-4 P.M.
Create beads using recycled materials from your library.
Ages 11 years and older.
MARCO ISLAND - 210 S. Heathwood Drive, Marco Island - 394-3272
PROGRAMS - Registration for all programs begins Monday, May 21.
Steampunk Jewelry Workshop
Wednesday, June 20, 4-5 p.m.
Have fun making great jewelry from things you find at a hardware store.
Ages 11-17 years.
Creative Cookies for Teens
Wednesday, July 18, 4-5 p.m.
Cookies don’t have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Ages 11-17 years.
NAPLES REGIONAL - 650 Central Ave. - 263-7768 or 262-4130
PROGRAMS- Registrationis required for all programs and begins Monday, May 21.
Macramé Washer and Wingnut
Bracelet
Thursday, June 21, 2-3 p.m.
Make a bracelet and play a Twilight concentration game. Ages 9-12 years.
Hunger Games
Wednesday, July 18, 2-3 p.m.
If you’'e read the book or seen the movie, this challenge is for you. Take part in physical and mental games to see if you have what it takes to survive! Entering grades 4 through 12.
return to topThursday, June 21, 2-3 p.m.
Make a bracelet and play a Twilight concentration game. Ages 9-12 years.
Hunger Games
Wednesday, July 18, 2-3 p.m.
If you’'e read the book or seen the movie, this challenge is for you. Take part in physical and mental games to see if you have what it takes to survive! Entering grades 4 through 12.
SOUTH REGIONAL - 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway - 252-7542
PROGRAMS - Registration is required for all programs and begins Monday, May 21.Steampunk Jewelry Workshopreturn to top
Wednesday, June 13, 3-4 p.m.
Have fun making great jewelry from things you find at a hardware store.
Ages 11-17 years.
*Magic Workshop
Wednesday, June 20, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Observe a sleight of hand magic show, followed by an instructional workshop.
Ages 11-13 years.
*Balloon Workshop for Tweens
Wednesday, July 11, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Walt Timoney will teach you how to twist and turn balloons into animal shapes and other amazing figures. Ages 9-12 years.
Creative Cookies
Wednesday, July 18, 3-4 p.m.
Cookies don't have to be boring or difficult to decorate. Learn how to upgrade packaged cookies into gourmet delights. Ages 11-17 years.
Battle of the Bands
Saturday, July 28, 1 p.m.
Rock out this summer! See details to register your band in a Battle of the Bands competition. There will be a grand prize for the winning band. Ages 11-17 years to participate in a band; spectators of all ages welcome!