July programs at Webber Library, 4310 Webber Pkwy., 952-847-2750
Free summer programs designed to motivate children and teens to visit Webber or North Regional Libraries during the summer to read, and to keep learning are scheduled through mid-August at Hennepin County libraries. Programs focus on literacy, art, science and technology, and offer an opportunity to explore new concepts through hands-on activities. Visit www.hclib.org.
Job Search Assistance, Thurs., July 8 & Aug. 12, 1-3 p.m. Are you seeking new employment or re-entering the workforce? Do you need help looking for a job, filling out applications or writing your résumé? Stop in for free one-to-one assistance with a job search representative.
Tuesday, 7/20
Motion Mayhem. Suspend a ball in mid-air, 6 p.m. Drop a nail in a bottle without touching the nail. Pull a tablecloth out from under a set of dishes. Explore the science of motion with the Science Museum of Minnesota. A larger-than-life demonstration illustrates curve balls, spinning skaters, flying objects and more. Hands on activities follow-experience the motion mayhem!
Kids Book Club. Thurs., July 8 and Aug. 12, 6-7 p.m. For kids entering grades 4-6. Join other kids to talk about a great book! Pick up a copy of the book at the Information Desk.
Brodini Comedy Magic Show, Sat., July 10, 1 p.m. For kids entering kindergarten and up. Magician Graylyn Morris will raise spirits and test kids' powers of concentration as he manipulates ropes, scarves, balls and other magician's props in a perplexing "now-you-see-it, now-you-don't" performance.
Hmong Storytime, Sat. 2-2:30 p.m. For kids 2 years of age and up. Enjoy stories together in Hmong and build language skills.
Kids Bookclub, Thus., July 8 at 6 p.m. For kids entering grades 4-6. Join other kids to talk about a great book! Ask about the next book at the library service desk.
World Language Storytime: Hmong. Sat., July 10-31, 2-2:30 p.m. For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes and music in Hmong. Nyeem ntawv, hais dab neeg, hu nkauj, thiab qhia suab paj nruag rau koj cov menyuam muaj hnub nyug ob xyoo thiab lawm sauv.
Wild Wings. Sat., July 24, 1-3 p.m. at Webber Park Library or call 952-847-2750. For kids entering grades 1-5. Are you really Amelia Earhart or Charles Lindbergh at heart? Then take flight with the life-sized wings you will create: bat wings; faerie wings; or beautiful, colorful butterfly wings. Don't forget your beak, fangs or antennas!
Ongoing
Girls Only Book Club Online. Mon., July 12-Fri., July 16. For girls entering grades 4-6. Online book clubs are great for kids with many summer activities! Participate in the book discussion web page every day, any time of day, Mon.-Fri. You must have a current email address (may use family email) and a computer with Internet access.
Ongoing
Guys Read Book Club Online. Mon., July 26-Fri., July 30. For guys entering grades 4-6. Online book clubs are great for kids with many summer activities! Participate in the book discussion Web page every day, any time of day, Monday-Friday. You must have a current email address (may use family email) and a computer with Internet access.
July programs at North Regional Library, 1315 Lowry Ave. N., 952-847-8450
Discovery Days. Thurs., July 1-Aug. 26, 1:30-3:30 p.m. For kids in preschool-entering grade 5. Check out the Discovery Room where you'll have minds-on, hands-on fun, with new themed activities each week.
Preschool Storytime Fri., July 2-Aug. 27, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 4 to 6. Help your preschooler get ready to read. Enjoy stories together and build language skills.
Game On! Gaming Fridays.July 2-Aug. 27, 3-5 p.m. For teens entering grade 7 and up. Play PS2 or Wii games at the library. Grab a friend, bring your favorite board or card game, or play ours!
Chess Club Sat., July 3-Aug. 28, noon-2 p.m. For kids grade 5 and up. Chess it out! Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies and meeting other chess fans. Walk-ins welcome.
Discovery Days, Tues., July 6-Aug. 31, 1:30-3:30 p.m. For kids in preschool-entering grade 5. Check out the Discovery Room where you'll have minds-on, hands-on fun, with new themed activities each week.
FIT Force, Tues., July 6-Aug. 17, 3-4 p.m. For teens entering grade 7 and up. Explore and discuss the media impact on your food choices and be more active this summer. Have fun with dance, outdoor activities like dodgeball and more. Prizes at every class. Call 952-847-8450.
Girls' Club, Tues., July 6-Aug. 3, 3-4:30 p.m. For girls entering grade 6 and up. Beat the heat and the summer doldrums! Join Girls' Club for lots of girls-only fun, crafts, games and activities. Bring your creative spirit to the library and energize your summer! Call 952-847-8450.
Hmong Youth Circle, Tues., July 6-Aug. 31, 4-6 p.m. For teens entering grade 7 and up. Read novels, watch movies, bead jewelry, plus a few surprises! All teens are welcome; most conversation will be in Hmong. For more information, call Cha at 952-847-8845. Nyeem ntawv, saib yeej yab duab, ua hlua hlaw, thiab ntxiv ob peb yam tsis tau ceebtoom! Zoo siab tos txais txhua tus tub ntxhais hluas tuaj koom; feem ntau yuav tham ua lus Hmoob. Xav paub ntxiv, hu rau Cha ntawm 952-847-8845.
Discovery Days. Wed., July 7-Aug. 25, 1:30-3:30 p.m. For kids in preschool-entering grade 5. Check out the Discovery Room where you'll have minds-on, hands-on fun, with new themed activities each week.
Open Tech Lab. Sat., July 10 and 24, 2-4 p.m. For teens entering grade 7 and up. Learn how to create video games or animation using a variety of software programs including Scratch, Audacity and ArtRage. Already know this stuff? Drop in and work independently. Taught by the library's Teen Tech Squad. .
World of Work Orientation for Ex-Offenders. Tues., July 13 and 27; 4-6 p.m.This drop-in service is for men and women with a criminal background who need assistance with job applications, résumés, interview skills and support in overcoming that barrier to land their "dream job."
Art Out of the Box: Dreams and Monsters. Thurs., July 15, 2 p.m. For kids entering grades 2-5. Dreams and nightmares can inspire brilliant art. Explore Francisco de Goya's The Sleep of Reason Produces Monsters, and see a contemporary interpretation by artist Yinka Shonibare. Create your own dreamscape using mixed-media.
Business Start-up Workshop Series. Thurs., July 15 and 22. The Neighborhood Development Center offers a variety of workshops related to starting your own business or supporting continued success for existing small businesses. Info: 952-847-8450.
Paws to Read. Sat., July 17, 12:30-2 p.m. For kids in preschool-entering grade 5. Certified volunteers help put young readers at ease so they can cuddle up with a dog or other animal and practice reading aloud. Call ahead to find out what types of animals will be visiting.
Small Business Consultation With Northside Economic Oppor-tunity Network. Wed., July 21 and Aug. 18, 4-6 p.m. How do you turn your business ideas into business realities? Do you have questions about running your business? Stop in for a free consultation with Northside Residents Redevelopment Council and learn about resources, loans and training to help you be an effective business owner.
Wild Wings. Thurs., July 22, 2-4 p.m. For kids entering grades 1-5. Are you really Amelia Earhart or Charles Lindbergh at heart? Then take flight with the life-sized wings you will create: bat wings; faerie wings; or beautiful, colorful butterfly wings. Don't forget your beak, fangs or antennas!
World Language Storytime: Spanish Thurs., July 29 and Aug. 26, 6:30 p.m. For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes and music in Spanish. Para niños de 2 años en adelante. Comparta y disfrute con sus niños libros, cuentos, rimas y música en español.
Microsoft Excel: Creating and Managing Lists. Fri., July 30, 10 a.m.-noon. Registration required; begins July 2; limit 6. Learn to create lists such as an inventory, contact list or collection, sort data and print using Microsoft Excel. Prerequisite: Mic-rosoft Excel Basics or familiarity with spreadsheets is highly recommended.
OpenOffice: Writer and Calc. Sat., July 31, 10 a.m.-noon. Registration required; begins July 3; limit 6. Learn how to use these freely available word processor and spreadsheet programs, practice simple data entry and formatting skills, discuss how these programs differ from Microsoft Word and Excel.