JASPER PUBLIC LIBRARY 1116 MAIN ST. JASPER, IN (812)

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2 SUMMER READING STARTS MAY 29! Reading Logs/Adult bookmarks can be picked up any time on or after May 29 at 9:00 am Rules for Summer Reading 1. The program opens Tues., May 29 and closes Fri., July 27 at 5:00 pm 2. Books can be of any form or type, whatever you like to read! 3. Prizes will be distributed as you complete the program. (Reading logs can be turned in anytime from June 4-July 27.) 4. Four separate reading programs will be offered this year. Ages 0-4: Complete at least 10 activities on reading log (Grade is based on the grade the reader will be in NEXT year). K 2 nd grade: 10 books 3 rd - 12 th grade: Choice of 10 hours or 10 books Adults: 3 books 5. While you are encouraged to keep reading all summer, each patron is eligible for only one bag of prizes. 6. Each patron that finishes the reading program will be eligible for the drawing for the bigger summer prizes. 7. Children finishing the reading program will be invited to the End of Summer Reading Program Party. 8. Keep reading for more chances to win bigger prizes. NO LIMIT ON THE NUMBER OF BOOKS YOU CAN READ! Thanks to these great sponsors for the coupons in the prize bags!! Arby s Dairy Queen Papa John s SERVUS! Squire Boone Caverns 2

3 Summer Reading Kick-Off Celebration Monday, June 4, 1-4 pm Jasper Library is excited to offer a new Summer Reading Kick-off party for children of all ages. We will have fun inflatables for children to climb and slide on out in the Library Park. Adult supervision is required for children under the age of 8. Ice cream sundaes will also be offered. Summer Reading logs will be available to pick up. Pop-Up Programs Various Dates Sometimes the Library plans or adds lastminute unscheduled activities. Check the calendar at or follow the Library on Facebook for last minute programs that just pop up. JasperPublicLibrary Tween & Teens Book Club Tuesday, June 5 & July 10, 4:30 pm Our book club is a great way to meet other kids (Gr. 4-8) from the area while enjoying new and exciting reads. Books & snacks are provided by the Library. More Programs! Date Event Time and Location Wed., June 13 Lego Club for K & up 2:00 pm -Theater Fri., June 15 Duplo Club for ages :00 am - Annex Wed., June 27 Outside Fun Day for K & up 11:00 am - Library Park Thurs., July 5 Lego Club for K & up 2:00 pm - Theater Fri., July 6 Duplo Club for ages :00 am - Annex 3

Clint Jivion Thursday, June7, 2 pm This wilderness program will explore the endless possibilities that rocks and stones offer in a wilderness or camp scenario.

Professor Steve s Supersonic Sound Show Tuesday, June 12, 10 am & 2 pm In this program, Professor Steve establishes that sound=vibration.

Karaoke - ages 10 and up Monday, June 18, 6 pm Kids and teens ages 10 and up are invited to come show their singing abilities in a fun filled karaoke night at the Library!

4 Clint Jivion Thursday, June7, 2 pm This wilderness program will explore the endless possibilities that rocks and stones offer in a wilderness or camp scenario. This program will be in the Library Park. Professor Steve s Supersonic Sound Show Tuesday, June 12, 10 am & 2 pm In this program, Professor Steve establishes that sound=vibration. He then proceeds to cause a multitude of things to vibrate and bring forth sound. Karaoke - ages 10 and up Monday, June 18, 6 pm Kids and teens ages 10 and up are invited to come show their singing abilities in a fun filled karaoke night at the Library! This will take place in the theater. ****ATTENTION!!!**** Feature Programs are for children of all ages. Programs will be held in the Library theater except where noted. Seating in theater is limited to the first 100 children. After all the children have been seated, parents will be allowed to fill remaining seats. PLAN TO ARRIVE AT LEAST 15 MINUTES BEFORE PROGRAM START TIME TO ENSURE YOU WILL GET A NUMBERED ENTRANCE TICKET. No registration required. 4

Silly Safaris Tuesday, June 26, 2 pm at Jasper Middle School This show starring Coyote Chris is titled LIBRARIES ROCK! A Celebration of Animals in MUSIC!

The children will have fun making bubbles of all shapes and sizes in Library Park! Fun for all ages!

5 Silly Safaris Tuesday, June 26, 2 pm at Jasper Middle School This show starring Coyote Chris is titled LIBRARIES ROCK! A Celebration of Animals in MUSIC! This show contains live animals and lots of audience participation. The BUBBLE CAR is Returning! Monday, July 16, 10 am The Bubble Car will be returning to Jasper Library. The children will have fun making bubbles of all shapes and sizes in Library Park! Fun for all ages! Instrument Petting Zoo Tuesday, July 17, 2 pm Children are invited to come and explore various musical instruments such as a violin, trumpet, guitar, and more. This program will take place in the Library Annex. Animal Tales: Born to Be Wild Tuesday, July 24, 10 am & 2 pm This live animal program will feature exotic animals from all over the globe that will demonstrate their unique vocal abilities. Please be sure to check out our online calendar at for details or to register. 5

Pokémon Playgroup Saturday, June 2 & July 7, 1 pm If you enjoy all things Pokémon, join with other Pokémaniacs to battle, trade and have fun! Bring a DS or 3DS, Pokémon games, and all things Pokémon.

6 Pokémon Playgroup Saturday, June 2 & July 7, 1 pm If you enjoy all things Pokémon, join with other Pokémaniacs to battle, trade and have fun! Bring a DS or 3DS, Pokémon games, and all things Pokémon. Dance Party Friday, June 8, 2 pm Children ages 4-7 are invited to this fun dance party with the Children s Librarians in the Library Annex. We will have fun dancing to all sorts of fun music. We will use some fun props like scarves and ribbons. During a short break, we will read a fun book about music. REGISTRATION STARTS MAY 30. Chalk Day Wednesday, June 13, 6:30 7:30 pm Children of all ages are welcome to help decorate the sidewalks outside the Library. No registration required, just come and have fun! Ice cream floats will be served. Summer Storytime Saturday, June 16, 10 am or Thursday June 21, 10 am The Library will have two, one-time only classes during Summer Reading. All ages are invited for this fun time of stories, crafts, and activities. Cheer Camp June 20th Grades K :30 Grades :45pm 12:30pm More Info to Come 6

7 CRAFTS/HOBBIES The Library will be hosting several activities for a wide range of children and teens throughout the summer. Please note the age limits of the activities and if registration is required. More information about each activity is on our website event calendar. Date Time Activity Ages Registration? Wed., June 20 2:00 pm Playdough Creations Ages 4 & up None Wed., July am - Noon Outside Art Day All ages None Wed., July 25 2:00 pm Craft - TBA Ages 4-9 Required Thurs., July 26 10:00 am Canvas Painting Ages 10+ Required Anime/Manga Club June 23 & July 28, 11 am -1 pm Join us for Anime fun! Crafts, snacks and a new DVD. Grades 6 & up GAMING TOURNAMENTS All tournaments begin at 2:30 pm Tournaments will be double elimination. All participants must be registered by noon the day of the tournament. All ages invited. Please be sure to read the rules about age requirements for children being dropped off at the Library without a guardian! These rules are enforced for your child s safety. Game Date Registration Begins: Mario Kart WiiU Wednesday, June 6 Tuesday, May 29 Pokemon Tournament Friday, July 13 Monday, July 9 SuperSmash Bros. WiiU Monday, July 16 Wednesday, July 11 7

8 Award Winning Musician Jim Gill Give Where You Live! Kickoff Sunday, June 3, 2 pm Astra Theatre Jim Gill, award winning musician and author will offer a fun family concert for all ages. Jim strums energetic rhythms on his banjo while everyone claps, sings, dances and even sneezes along to the silly and inspiring musical games that he creates. Jim has released 7 award winning CDs of music play for young children that are favorites in family rooms, classrooms, and playrooms. The Astra Theatre accommodates 375 people, admission will be on a first come basis. Concert is free for all ages. Annual Give Where You Live Day Friday, October 26 Watch for Special Events all Day. End of Summer Reading Party Tuesday, July 31, 6-8:30 pm The Jasper Library will be hosting our annual end of Summer Reading Party at Jasper Skate Palace for patrons of all ages completing the Summer Reading Program. Skating, face painting and other activities will be available for patrons who completed the Summer Reading program. 8

MOVIES Movies will be shown on the following dates. Look for more information to follow. Check our online calendar for movie titles.

PG-13 rating will be shown for ages 10 and up. Any child under the age of 10 will need parental permission.

Snacks will be distributed at the Jasper Public Library on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 pm -3 pm during the months of June and July.

9 MOVIES Movies will be shown on the following dates. Look for more information to follow. Check our online calendar for movie titles. Date Thursday, June 14 Monday, June 25 Monday, July 9 Thursday, July 19 Time 2:00 pm 2:00 pm 2:00 pm 2:00 pm Any movie listed with a PG-13 rating will be shown for ages 10 and up. Any child under the age of 10 will need parental permission. The Jasper Public Library is pleased to again be a host site for the Summer Feeding program. Snacks will be distributed at the Jasper Public Library on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 pm -3 pm during the months of June and July. There is no cost or registration to participate. The program is open to all children under 18. Friends of the Library Book Sale Third Saturday each month 9 am - 1 pm Jasper Library Annex Basement 9

Tech Help by appointment Concert in the Park Dates & times TBA Bring your lawn chairs and join us to celebrate the Summer Reading Program theme: Libraries Rock.

10 Tech Help by appointment Concert in the Park Dates & times TBA Bring your lawn chairs and join us to celebrate the Summer Reading Program theme: Libraries Rock. Watch our website and Facebook page for dates and times when local performers will be playing in Library Park in front of the Library. Off the Hook NeedleCrafters' Club First Tuesday each Month, 6:30 pm Bring your needlecrafts with you and join other crafters for an informal get together, sharing your yarn and needle passion. If you need help with your technology during the Summer Reading Program, please contact the Library to make an appointment. Walkers Forum Thurs., June 28 & July 26, 6:30 pm All walkers are invited to this informal meeting to find out about walking towards a healthy you. We will share ways to track your walking, and where to walk in Dubois County. Genealogy Work Sessions Friday, June 8 & 22, 9 am - Noon Friday, July 13 & 27, 9 am - Noon Special genealogy work sessions will be held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays during the summer. Library staff and genealogists will be available in the Genealogy room of the Library to offer extra assistance during this time. 10

11 Summer Canvas Painting Monday, June 18, 6 pm Join us in the Annex as Tyler Walton helps you create your own canvas painting to take home. All participants will be completing the same painting, design to be announced. Registration required. Home Depot Workshop Wednesday, June 20, 6 pm Get hands on experience building a DIY project with Home Depot s Kim Jones. A list of supplies and instructions will be given to registered participants. One lucky participant will take the project we build home. Registration strongly encouraged. Red Cross Blood Drive Wednesday, June 27, 1-6 pm The Blood Mobile will be parked at the Library Annex. Donors may sign-in at the Annex in the meeting room. Those with appointments get priority, drop-ins will be taken as time permits. Register for an appointment atwww.redcross.org or by contacting the Library. Date & Time Tues., May 29, 6:30 pm Tues., June 26, 6:30 pm Tues., July 31, 6:30 pm Book Discussions Monthly Book Selection Same Kind of Different as Me by Ron Hall & Denver Moore Defending Jacob by William Landay Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly Pick up a copy of the book at the Library and join us for the discussion. Books are reserved for those interested in attending the discussion. New participants are always welcome. 11

12 - For students entering grades 3-5. Registration begins May 14. STEM Explorers Camp will give campers fun and creative opportunities to explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math by using electrical circuits, robots, and rockets to spark campers interest in STEM and STEM-related fields. The camps will encourage teamwork and cooperation among campers and connect campers with local or national STEM role models. Date Time Location Tuesdays, June 5, 12 & am 2 pm Birdseye Library Mon., June 25 - Wed., June am 2 pm Ferdinand Library Tues., July 10 - Thurs. July am 2 pm Jasper Library Mondays, July 16,23 & am 2 pm Dubois Library Registration forms will be available, beginning May 14, at all branches or online at under STEM Explorers Camp. Campers will be enrolled on a firstcome-first-served basis. Registration will be confirmed with an /phone call. 12

13 Visit the Library website to get started. These and many other services are just a click away. If you have any questions, give us a call or stop by at anytime and we will help get you started. The future of the book list service is the patron driven newsletter delivering reading recommendations based on unique personal interests straight to a computer or mobile device. Powered by your Library s collection, SelectReads is the only book list service that gives you the ease of automation with the flexibility of customization. Freegal music is available to all Library patrons at absolutely no cost. Each patron has five downloads per week. The songs download to itunes or Windows Media, STOP PAYING FOR MUSIC!!! (e-books & audiobooks) The Library has e-books and audiobooks available for download. Download the app and register for an account and you are ready to go. Top magazines are now available for you to download directly from rb digital. You pick the magazines to and download for free to read on your device. Over 60 top magazines will be available to our patrons. Library patrons may take online courses for free through the Gale app. Courses include computer learning, photography, writing, health and more. Six week courses with an instructor. 13

14 Date Time Program Pg. # Tues. May 29 6:30 pm Book Club 11 Thurs. May 31 6:30 pm Walker s Forum 10 Sat. June 2 1 pm Pokémon Playgroup 6 Sun. June 3 2 pm Jim Gill: Family Concert at Astra 8 Mon. June 4 1 pm Summer Reading Kickoff Event 3 Tues. June 5 4:30 pm Teen & Tween Book Club 3 Tues. June 5 6 pm Off the Hook: NeedleCrafters Club 10 Wed. June 6 2:30 pm WII U Tournament Mario Kart* 7 Thurs. June 7 2 pm Teen Wilderness Survival Program 4 Fri. June 8 9-Noon Genealogy 10 Fri. June 8 2 pm Dance Party* 6 Tues. June am Professor Steve 4 Tues. June 12 2 pm Professor Steve 4 Wed. June 13 2 pm Lego Club 3 Wed. June13 6:30 pm Chalk Day 6 Thurs. June 14 2 pm Movie 9 Fri. June am Duplo 3 Sat. June 16 9 am 1 pm Book Cellar Book Sale 9 Sat. June am Family Storytime 6 Mon. June 18 6 pm Karaoke 4 Mon. June 18 6 pm Canvas Painting for adults* 11 Wed. June 20 2 pm Fun with Playdough Program 7 Wed. June 20 6 pm Home Depot DIY 11 Thurs. June am Family Storytime 6 Fri. June 22 9-Noon Genealogy 10 Sat. June am-1 pm Anime/ Manga 7 Mon. June 25 2 pm Movie 9 Tues. June 26 2pm Silly Safaris at Jasper Middle School 5 Tues. June 26 6:30 pm Book Club 11 Wed. June 27 1 pm Blood Drive 11 Wed. June am Outside Fun Day 3 Thurs. June 28 6:30 pm Walkers' Forum 10 *All programs marked with an asterisk require registration. 14

15 Please refer to the page # listed for more information. Date Time Program Pg. # Tues. July 3 6 pm Off the Hook: NeedleCrafters Club 10 Thurs. July 5 2 pm Lego Club 3 Fri. July 6 10 am Duplo Club 3 Sat. July 7 1 pm Pokémon Playgroup 6 Mon. July 9 2 pm Movie 9 Tues. July 10 4:30 pm Teen & Tween Book Club 3 Tues.-Thurs. July am-2pm Jasper STEM Explorer Camp* 12 Fri. July 13 9-Noon Genealogy 10 Fri. July 13 2:30 pm Pokémon Tournament* 7 Mon. July am Bubble Car 5 Mon. July 16 2:30 pm Super Smash Bros. Tournament* 7 Tues. July 17 2 pm Instrument Petting Zoo 5 Wed. July Noon Outside Art Day 7 Thurs. July 19 2 pm Movie 9 Sat. July 21 9 am 1 pm Book Cellar Book Sale 9 Tues. July am Animal Tales 5 Tues. July 24 2 pm Animal Tales 5 Wed. July 25 2 pm Craft program ages 4-9* 7 Thurs. July am Canvas Painting ages 10&up* 7 Thurs. July 26 6:30 pm Walkers' Forum 10 Fri. July 27 9-Noon Genealogy 10 Sat. July am-1 pm Anime/Manga 7 Tues. July 31 6:30 pm Book Club 11 Tues. July :30 pm End of Summer Party at Jasper Skate Palace 8 Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or visit our website for more information and to register for programs. Also, find announcements about other events and programs that have been added to the Summer Reading schedule. 15

16 Corporate Sponsors SUMMER READING PRIZES PLATINUM AND GOLD SPONSORS Freedom Bank-PLATINUM Harmon Family Chiropractic-PLATINUM The Herald Endowment for Literacy of the Dubois County Community Foundation Monesmith & Wood Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery-GOLD Vision Development Center-GOLD Kunkel Insurance Agency-GOLD Jasper Engines & Transmission-GOLD Master Brand Cabinets-GOLD Friends of the Jasper Public Library SILVER SPONSORS Hoffman Office Supply Jasper Pediatrics Thom & DeMotte-Attorneys Uebelhor & Sons Krempp Lumber Company Wagner Family Dental Indiana Furniture Gunderson Eyecare Just a Trace Snaps Merchandise Donations Circle A Food Mart Hedinger Beverage Mad Batter Bakery Holiday Foods Wilson s Flowers BRONZE SPONSORS Finishing Touches Hoosier Business Machines Obermeyer Honda Yamaha Suzuki Dubois Rural Electric Cooperative Bob Luegers Buick GMC Jagged Edge Hair Studio EJ & Dots Children s Boutique Drs. Brad & Kim Wilson, Dr. Alex Pfau Jasper OBGYN Carpet Warehouse Debbie Allen State Farm Insurance Matrix Integration Dr. Ann Patterson Green Thumb Landscaping & Garden Super Grand Prize for All Branches Holiday World Prize Pack (Includes 4 tickets, towels, and more) Donated by WBDC/WJTS 16

PARKS. Recreation. Christmas Break Camp! Monday Thursday December :00pm 4:30pm at the Teen Center Open to Grades K-3 $40 SEASON S GREETINGS!

PARKS. Recreation. Christmas Break Camp! Monday Thursday December :00pm 4:30pm at the Teen Center Open to Grades K-3 $40 SEASON S GREETINGS! 1 PARKS & Recreation Your Valdez Parks and Recreation Team: Todd Wegner, Director 835-2531 Wendy Clubb, Recreation Supervisor and Pool Supervisor 835-5429 Bobby Gibbs, Recreation Supervisor and Teen Center