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Vacation Reading Club Begins June 11, 2013
Attention summer readers! Our Vacation Reading Club begins on Tuesday June 11, 2013 with a kick-off celebration (see below) for children and adults of all ages. Our theme this year is "Dig into Reading".
There are two clubs; one for Preschoolers and Pre-Readers called the Read to Me Club, and one for children up to sixth grade who are able to read by themselves, called the Vacation Reading Club. Members of the Read-to-Me Club may earn a prize upon reading 20 books. Members of the Vacation Reading Club may collect a prize after reading for 480 minutes (8 Hours). If they wish to read more, children may earn more than one prize.
To register your child, please click on the picture to the left.
There are two clubs; one for Preschoolers and Pre-Readers called the Read to Me Club, and one for children up to sixth grade who are able to read by themselves, called the Vacation Reading Club. Members of the Read-to-Me Club may earn a prize upon reading 20 books. Members of the Vacation Reading Club may collect a prize after reading for 480 minutes (8 Hours). If they wish to read more, children may earn more than one prize.
To register your child, please click on the picture to the left.
Book Signing with Dorothea Benton Frank, July 1st at 7:00 pm
On Monday, July 1 at 7:00 pm, Manasquan's Booktowne bookstore and the Brielle Public Library will welcome best-selling author Dorothea Benton Frank for a book signing of her new release The Last Original Wife. Tickets are not available for purchase, but if you are interested in attending, please call ahead. Ms. Benton Frank will only sign copies of her book that have been purchased at Booktowne or copies that are purchased at the Brielle Library the night of the signing.
Summer Carnival and Zoom Balloon Museum
On June 26th, during Brielle Elementary's Summer Carnival in Brielle Park, bring your children to the Brielle Library for some fun with Zoom Balloons. Our free Zoom Balloon Museum will be open from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. All are welcome.
2013 Annual Appeal Underway
Thanks to our patrons and their support, the Brielle Public Library is stronger than ever. Over the past year, we have offered a variety of workshops, cultural programs, lectures, discussion groups, and language classes. Strength training, yoga and pilates classes are offered for every age and level. Baby and children's story times and monthly fun-filled children's programs continue to thrive. And for the art lover, we now host an open art studio, children's classes and continue to exhibit on a rotating basis artworks by many area artists.
By making a donation of $25, we can continue to grow our programs and provide a high level of service to the Brielle community. If you wish to make an online donation, please click on the link above. We thank you in advance for your continued support.
By making a donation of $25, we can continue to grow our programs and provide a high level of service to the Brielle community. If you wish to make an online donation, please click on the link above. We thank you in advance for your continued support.
Upcoming Programs
Summer Reading Kick-off Celebrations
Animal Specialist Bill Boesenberg
For a dramatic start to our Vacation Reading Club and to thrill your children, join us on Tuesday, June 11 at 3:30 pm for a visit from animal specialist, Bill Boesenberg, his 100-pound alligator, huge python snake and other giant reptiles.
Ladybug Lady Cathy Shaloo
Cathy Shaloo, also known as the Ladybug Lady, will be on hand on Tuesday June 18, at 3:30 pm to introduce the children to the world of ladybugs. Hear stories, do a craft and take home a real live ladybug!
For a dramatic start to our Vacation Reading Club and to thrill your children, join us on Tuesday, June 11 at 3:30 pm for a visit from animal specialist, Bill Boesenberg, his 100-pound alligator, huge python snake and other giant reptiles.
Ladybug Lady Cathy Shaloo
Cathy Shaloo, also known as the Ladybug Lady, will be on hand on Tuesday June 18, at 3:30 pm to introduce the children to the world of ladybugs. Hear stories, do a craft and take home a real live ladybug!
Better Bodies Class
Join fitness trainer Calvin Thompson for personal body strength training classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 - 10:45 am. Only a towel is required. Classes are $15.00 each.
Art Classes
Offered through Margaret Patterson's Art Studio, classes are listed below for adults, young children six and up, as well as pre-teen and teens.
Open Studio Art Classes for Adults Tuesdays from 12:00 - 3:00 pm. NO CLASS ON APRIL 2. Designed for new and experienced artists, experiment with drawing, oil paints, watercolors, acrylics, and pastels. Receive instruction and guidance while you work at your own pace. The cost is $10 per hour of studio time, supplies included. No reservation is required. However, we can only accommodate a limited number of students within the space provided. Children's Afterschool Art Classes Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5:30 pm The fee per class is $30 and includes all materials. Space is limited. You may select the classes that most interest your child by reserving space with a $10.00 non-refundable deposit. April 10 - Winslow Homer inspired - watercolor painting April 17 - Seashell Still Life - acrylic painting April 24 - Garden Sculpture - wire and polymer clay May 1 - Monochromatic Sailboats - acrylic value study painting May 8 - Mexican Flora and Fauna Folk art - acrylic painting on paper mache plate May 15 - Beach Treasure Mobile - driftwood, shells and beads May 22 - Tempera Resist Paintings - watercolor and tempera painting May 29 - Drawing from life - charcoal and pastels (Weather permitting, this class will be held partially outside.) Pre-Teen and Teen Open Art Studio Spring Session - Wednesdays 3:30 - 5:30 pm. April 10 - May 29 The fee per class is $30 and includes all materials. Open Studio is an opportunity for the more experienced art student to have greater independence in the exploration of art subjects, material and techniques. Students will receive guidance and instruction as they work at their own pace on projects of interest. For those with questions, please call Bridget Sawitsky at 732-528-5805, 732-757-5138 (cell) OR Margaret Patterson at 732-223-9048. Children's Storytime
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Yoga & Pilates Classes
Crochet and Chat
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