library newsletter for kids

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

M. Francis Barron, Chair

Aldo Aguirre, Ph.D., Vice Chair

Ron Kirsh, Secretary

Verlia Davis-Hoggard, Treasurer

Kelly Benavidez

Liz Carrasco

Keiba Crear

Randy Ence

Carol Reese

Michael Saunders

Jeanne Goodrich, Executive Director

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FALL 2009

GO BACK TO SCHOOL

with Help From

Your Library

TTable of Contents

Storytimes 1

Homework Databases 2

Your Free Library Card 3

The Book Shelf 4

Featured Fall Programs 6

Centennial Hills Library 8

Clark County Library 8

Enterprise Library 9

Las Vegas Library 9

Rainbow Library 9

Sahara West Library 9

Spring Valley Library 10

Summerlin Library 10

Sunrise Library 11

West Charleston Library 11

West Las Vegas Library 11

Whitney Library 11

Laughlin Library 12

Love your Library? Tell a Friend! 12

Library District Map 13

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Urban Libraries Hours and Locations

Find a Library Near You!

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Urban Libraries

M-Th, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

F-Sun, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Centennial Hills Library (CH)6711 N. Buff alo Dr. 507-6114

Clark County Library (CC)1401 E. Flamingo Rd.507-3436

Enterprise Library (EN) 25 E. Shelbourne Ave.507-3764

Las Vegas Library (LV) 833 Las Vegas Blvd. N. 507-3549

Meadows Village Library (ME) 300 W. Boston Ave. 474-0023

Rainbow Library (RB)3150 N. Buff alo Dr. 507-3712

Sahara West Library (SW) 9600 W. Sahara Ave. 507-3644

Spring Valley Library (SV) 4280 S. Jones Blvd. 507-3823

Summerlin Library (SM) 1771 Inner Circle Dr.507-3865

Sunrise Library (SU) 5400 Harris Ave.507-3905

West Charleston Library (WC) 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. 507-3947

West Las Vegas Library (WL) 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. 507-3983

Whitney Library (WH) 5175 E. Tropicana Ave.507-4015

Outlying Libraries (not shown)

Call for hours

Blue Diamond Library (BD)14 Cottonwood Dr.875-4295

Bunkerville Library (BU)150 W. Virgin St.(702) 346-5238

Goodsprings Library (GS)356 W. San Pedro Ave.874-1366

Indian Springs Library (IS)715 Gretta Ln.(702) 879-3845

Laughlin Library (LA)2840 S. Needles Hwy.507-4060

Mesquite Library (MQ)121 W. First North St.(702) 346-5224

It’s 8 p.m. on a Sunday night. Your fourth grader just told you about an assignment that’s due Monday and the library is closed. With a library card, a computer and Internet access, free homework help is just a click away at www.lvccld.org.

Elementary, middle and high school students will fi nd information on a variety of subjects, along with web sites, databases and other resources to help with a research project, write a report or complete an assignment. Students can even get free homework help on-line in either English or Spanish from certifi ed tutors in English language arts, math, social studies and science. Skills building lessons and practice tests are also available.

Younger children will love the special Kids Catalog—a fun way to fi nd books, movies and more. Kids with questions can chat live with a librarian, or send in a question by email. Subscription databases off er information from encyclopedias, newspapers, magazines and books, while InfoGuides are much like a “report in a box,” bringing books, databases, web sites and a fast library catalog search into one place on a topic of interest.

“Parents’ Corner” provides an overview of the homework help resources along with additional parent-friendly information like how to sign up for a free library card, sources for writing and citing, science project resources and useful web sites.

While visiting the Young People’s Library in all urban branches, students through 8th grade will fi nd copies of Clark County School District textbooks, as well as titles that support the Nevada State Curriculum Guidelines. These books will help students with their homework in subjects such as science, civics, reading comprehension and writing.

Finally, don’t forget our professional and dedicated staff . Librarians are always happy to steer you and your child to age appropriate information available on our shelves or on our web site. Check out our homework help resources and see the ways we can be your child’s partner in success!

Moapa Town Library (MT)1340 E. Hwy. 168(702) 864-2438

Moapa Valley Library (MV)350 N. Moapa Valley Blvd.(702) 397-2690

Mt. Charleston Library (MC)1252 Aspen Ave.872-5585

Sandy Valley Library (SA)650 W. Quartz ave.(702) 723-5333

Searchlight Library (SE)200 Michael Way297-1442

Free On-line Homework Help is @ Your Library

L AUGHLIN LIBRARY

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Baby time (under 18 months) Program length:

about 20 minutes

Babies from birth to 18 months enjoy songs, nursery rhymes and fingerplays with their favorite adult. This program includes book-sharing time and language-enrichment activities.

Centennial Hills Library

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

and 1:30 p.m.

Clark County Library

Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.

Summerlin Library


Toddler (18-36 months) Program length:

about 25 minutes

Interactive storytime for caregivers and their children. Children ages 18-36 months and parents will participate as we share songs, rhymes and stories.


Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.

and 10:30 a.m.


Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Enterprise Library


and 11:30 a.m.

Rainbow Library

Wednesdays 10 a.m.

Sahara West Library

Mondays and Tuesdays

at 10 a.m.

Spring Valley Library


Summerlin Library

Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.

and 10 a.m.

Sunrise Library

Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

West Charleston Library

Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Whitney Library

Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Five and under (0-5 years) Program length:

about 30 minutes

This story program is targeted for all children under the age offi ve and their parents. Families will enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.


Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Enterprise Library


Las Vegas Library

Wednesdays at 4 p.m.

Rainbow Library

Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and

Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Summerlin Library


Sunrise Library

Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

West Las Vegas Library

Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

Whitney Library

Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Preschool (3-5 years)Program length:

about 30 minutes

Storytime for children ages three to fi ve. Includes stories, songs and much more to build literacy skills and help children develop a love for books.



and 10:30 a.m.



Enterprise Library

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. and

11:30 a.m.

Rainbow Library

Tuesdays at 11 a.m.


Sahara West Library


Spring Valley Library


Summerlin Library


West Charleston Library

Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

West Las Vegas Library

Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Weekly Storytimes at Your Library!

Storytimes take place every week throughout

the year except the last two weeks in August,

the week of Thanksgiving and the week

of Christmas.

Introduce your family, friends and neighbors to the benefi ts of having a library card. Encourage them to get one during the month of September, National Library Card Sign-Up Month, and they’ll be automatically entered to win a Grand Prize of a Premier Family Pass to the Springs Preserve.

Your Premier Family Pass gives you unlimited access to the museums and galler-ies, gardens and trails for two adults and all children under 18 living in the same household. You will also receive discounted admission to selected events and classes, four one-day bonus passes per year for friends and family, discounts on gift shop purchases, birthday party packages, dining and more.

The Springs Preserve was the site for the original spring that fed the Las Vegas Valley and once home to ancient tribes and the resting place for weary Spanish explorers. Explore the history of Las Vegas and learn methods to maintain a sustainable lifestyle in the desert.

For our valued library patrons who already have a library card and want to visit the Springs Preserve, open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., you will receive a Buy One Adult Pass Get One Child’s Pass free or, if you prefer, receive 20% off an Annual Pass. Simply show your library card to receive the discount. Discounts are available through October 14, 2009. Call 822-7705 for more information.

A library card can change a life or just make it more enjoyable. It’s the card that allows free access to a collection of more than several million items of books, magazines, eMedia, CDs and DVDs, as well on-line access to an array of databases on just about any subject you can think of.

Getting a free library card is easy. Just stop in any Las Vegas-Clark County Library District branch to fi ll out an application.

Libraries are a place for lifelong learning. So, tell all your friends, family and neighbors and they will thank you for it!

Clay Creatures

Saturday, September 19 at 3 p.m. Ages 5 and upCreate an animal, alien or other creature out of clay. You will get to sculpt your creation and then take it home with you.

Dreaming of Winter

Saturday, November 21 at 3 p.m. Ages 5 and upCreate a snowfl ake pillow to take home and rest your head on as you dream of colder climates. Supplies are limited, so registration is required.

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SUNRISE LIBRARY

WEST L AS VEGAS LIBRARY

REFERENCE AND RESEARCH > Searchasaurus – A kid-oriented encyclopedia. > Facts for Learning – How to write a report. How to make a diorama. Pictures for reports.> World Book Kids – Terrifi c on-line encyclopedia with illustrations, diagrams and maps.> Kids Infobits – Information about animals, plants, famous people, sports and much more.

HOMEWORK HELP> BrainFuse On-line Tutor and Live Homework Help – Experienced tutors help you with your homework!

ANIMALS> Amazing Animals – Explore the wild world of animals.

BOOKS AND READING> Bookfl ix – Watch your favorite book.> Read the Books – Find something good to read. Reading lists for your school.

CURRENT EVENTS> InfoTrac Junior – Search for magazine and newspaper articles.

HISTORY> Online Nevada Encyclopedia – Explore Nevada’s history and heritage.> American Indian History and Culture – Biographies, timelines and maps.

PEOPLE> Biography Resource Center – Lives of famous and interesting people.

STATES AND COUNTRIES> America the Beautiful – Great information about every state.> CultureGrams – Photographs and facts about countries and states.

SCIENCE AND MATH> Today’s Science – Science news written especially for students.> Science Online – Science experiments for all ages. Biographies; diagrams.> Study Jams – Interactive lessons in math and science for grades 3-6.> New Book of Popular Science – Over 400 articles on a variety of scientifi c topics.

FIND OUT> Ask a Librarian – Have a question? A librarian can help you fi nd the answer!

Homework Databases

Get ready to go back to school with these great on-line resources. Students in grades K-5 can find these databases and more at www.lvccld.org

on the Just for Kids page under Homework Help. Use your library card and PIN to explore all of the Library District’s on-line resources! Get Ready for Fall

Wednesday, September 2 at 4 p.m. Ages 4–11 We’ll paint some colorful leaves to decorate our children’s library and then you can make a special craft to take home.

Let’s Move

Thursdays, September 3, October 1, November 5 at 10 a.m. Ages 3–5 We’ll use scarves, ribbons, bean bags and more as we move to some of our favorite songs.

Celebrate Grandparent’s Day

Sunday, September 6 at 2 p.m. Ages 4–11 Honor your grandparents with stories, songs and crafts to celebrate this special day. All grandparents are welcome to attend.

I Spy Hide and Seek

Saturday, September 12 at 3 p.m. Ages 5–11 This hide and seek festival is an exploration extravaganza of free games, stories and play, encouraging you to look at the world around you with new eyes.

Dino Blast

Saturday, September 19 at 2 p.m. Ages 4–11 Listen to stories, sing songs and make a dino craft, all based on this dynamic extinct creature.

Music is Magic

Thursday, October 15 at 10 a.m. Ages 3–11 This one-hour lesson, presented by the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension service, will help parents and their children learn about music development for young children.

Fitness Fun

Sunday, October 18 at 2 p.m. Ages 0–11 Learn fun and easy ways to keep your body active by playing games, listening to stories and dancing to music.

Happy Birthday, Lois Ehlert!

Monday, November 9 at 4 p.m. Ages 6–11 Listen to Lois Ehlert’s stories and make a special colorful craft.

Art Exploration

Saturdays, September 19 – November 7 at 2 p.m. Ages 5–11 Get ready to explore art by seeing and doing.

Fitness Fun

Wednesday, September 30 at 10 a.m. Ages 0–11 Learn fun and easy ways to keep your body ac-tive by playing games, listening to stories and dancing to music.

Little House in the Library

Wednesday, November 18 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 5–11 Join us for a journey back in time to a simple, quaint, farming life.

Ira Aldridge Theatre Company presents

The Fantasticks

Thursday, October 29 at 7:30 p.m. All agesTwo teenagers hide their romance from their feuding fathers, who are actually good friends.

Bees, Buzz, Buzz

Saturday, September 12 at 2 p.m. Ages 3–11 We’ll hear about honey, read some fun bee stories and do a buzzy craft.

Movie: Bedtime Stories

Sunday, September 13 at 3 p.m. Ages 5–11

Johnny Appleseed

Tuesday, September 15 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 4–10 Learn about this apple loving man with apple stories, songs and a craft.

Mo Willems Extravaganza

Monday, September 21 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 4–11 Listen to great stories, play games and learn to draw the Pigeon.

Flat Stanley

Tuesday, October 6 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 4–11 See what Flat Stanley is all about. A fun craft, stories and songs are included.

Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament

Saturday, October 10 at 2 p.m. Ages 6-18Bring your cards and test yourself against other players during our Yu-Gi-Oh tourna-ment.

Movie: Coraline

Sunday, October 25 at 3 p.m. Ages 8–11

Make Corn Husk Dolls

Monday, November 2 at 2 p.m. Ages 6–11 We will read stories, sings songs and make a corn husk doll to take home.

Pets Galore

Thursday, November 12 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 4–11 We’ll read some fun pet books and talk about pets. Bring your best pet stories to share.

Movie: Race to Witch Mountain

Sunday, November 22 at 3 p.m. Ages 5–11

Gobble, Gobble, It’s Thanksgiving

Tuesday, November 24 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 4–11 Learn about this fascinating holiday as we read funny stories and do a fun Thanksgiving craft.

Cut along the dotted lines for a handy reference that can be placednear your computer.

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SUMMERLIN LIBRARY

SPRING VALLEY LIBRARY Your Free Library Card

Receiving a fi rst library card can be a memorable moment in your child’s life! A library card opens worlds of information and imagination. It teaches children a sense of responsibility for the materials we all share and can give your child a feeling of community with other readers.

A library card is always free and there are no overdue fi nes on children’s materials. Children ages 0 to 14 can get their own card with a parent’s or guardian’s signature. All you need is to show valid picture ID that verifi es your current, local address.

Sign up every member of your family for a library card today! Go on-line at www.lvccld.org and click on Cards & Services, or visit your nearest branch and sign up at any desk.

Be sure to check out page 12 and learn about our great library card promotion withthe Springs Preserve!

Check out these fun stories

and classic books about

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Jon’s Craft Jamboree

Wednesdays, September 2, October 7, November 4 at 2 p.m. Ages 0–6 Get creative and craft away to your heart’s con-tent at this fun-fi lled program with a diff erent craft each month.

Crafty Kid’s Saturdays

Saturdays, September 5, October 3, November 7 at 11 a.m. Ages 5–11 Let your artistic talents shine. We’ll have a diff erent theme each month.

Drawing Club

Sundays, September 6, October 4, November 1 at 12 p.m. Ages 5 and upWe provide the materials and you provide the skills. Your drawings will be hung on our Drawing Club Board for everyone to admire.

Grandparent’s Day

Sunday, September 13 at 2 p.m. Ages 0–11 Enjoy fun stories and songs, and craft an award for your grandparents.

Database and Homework Help Workshop

Sunday, September 20 at 2 p.m. Ages 7 and upLearn about several useful databases and our Homework Help site that helps you with your school work. A scavenger hunt will cap off the workshop. Register at the children’s desk.

Kid’s Computer Class

Friday, September 25 at 4 p.m. Ages 6–11 We’ll learn basic keyboarding techniques and computer parts, and explore educational games and web sites.

Learn to Draw Peanuts

Thursday, October 1 at 4 p.m. Ages 6 and upIn honor of the Peanuts’ anniversary, learn how to draw various characters, including Snoopy and Charlie Brown. Take home a Snoopy mobile.

Happy Birthday, Ed Emberley!

Sunday, October 18 at 2 p.m. Ages 0–7 Celebrate children’s author and illustrator Ed Emberley’s birthday with thumb print creations.

Fit Kids – Dance with Me

Tuesday, November 10 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 0–5 Get an easy workout by dancing to fun songs and enjoy silly stories.

Fitness Fun

Tuesday, November 10 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 0–11 Learn fun and easy ways to keep your body active by playing games, listening to stories and dancing to music.

Thanksgiving Celebration

Sunday, November 15 at 2 p.m. Ages 4–11 Let’s celebrate Thanksgiving with stories and a craft.

Turkey Time

Tuesday, November 17 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 0–5 Gobble along with feathery stories, festive songs and a fun fowl craft.

Celebrate Mickey

Mouse’s Birthday

Tuesday, November 17 at 2 p.m. Ages 3–6 Enjoy Mickey Mouse stories, watch a Mickey Mouse cartoon and make a Mickey Mouse 3-D Birthday paper craft.

Readers Theater

Saturday, November 21 at 11 a.m. Ages 7–11 Join us for rousing renditions of several great children’s stories. No acting experience is required.

The 39 Clues

Saturdays, September 26, November 21 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 Discuss the books, play games,listen to a secret sound recording from the fi rst book and hear the fi rst chapter of the latest book.

Creative Toddlers

Mondays, September 28, November 23 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 2–3 We’ll read a story and then do a craft that goes along with the book’s theme.

Mythical Creatures Stories

Saturday, September 12 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 Come dressed as your favorite mythical crea-ture to hear fantastic tales of everything from fairies to dragons.

Patchwork Party

Sunday, September 13 at 3 p.m. Ages 3–11 Listen to a story about a colorful patchwork elephant named Elmer and then make a little patchwork hat to take home.

Pirate Treasure Hunt

Saturday, September 19 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 Hear some piratical tales and go on a pirate treasure hunt. Everyone goes home with some treasure.

Arabian Nights

Monday, September 21 at 4 p.m. Ages 6–11 Lounge on real oriental carpets and pillows to hear some of the stories Shahrazad told the Sultan to keep her head on her shoulders. Half-time entertainment will be provided by a snake charmer.

Super Science Saturday:

Archaeology

Saturday, October 10 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 Learn all about the science behind dinosaur digging.

Strega Nona Storytime

Sunday, October 18 at 3 p.m. Ages 3–11 Listen to the story of Strega Nona and then create a colorful Pasta Picture.

Play the Shoe Hunt Game

November 1 – December 15 Ages 0–11 Get ready for the library’s annual Shoes for Children drive. See if you can fi nd all the shoe icons hidden around the library.

Super Science Saturday: Astronomy

Saturday, November 14 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 We’ll make our own constellations.

Pre-registration is required for all

Summerlin Library events. Space

is limited.

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ENTERPRISE LIBRARYNorth American Indian

Written by David S. Murdoch; chief consultant, Stanley A. Freed; photographed by Lynton GardinerLearn about the traditions, culture and history of many North American tribes through the extensive photographs and brief text in this volume from the DK Eyewitness Books series.

Welcome to Kaya’s World, 1764: Growing up in a Native American Homelandby Dottie RaymerPhotographs, illustrations and anecdotes, both factual and fi ctional, describe a Nez Perce girl’s experiences growing up in the mid-18th century.

Fire Race: A Karuk Coyote Tale About How Fire Came to the PeopleRetold by Jonathan London, illustrated by Sylvia Long With the help of other animals, Wise Old Coyote manages to acquire fi re from the wicked Yellow Jacket sisters.

Old Bag of Bones: A Coyote TaleRetold and illustrated by Janet StevensAnother tale featuring that legendary trickster, Coyote.

Raven: A Trickster Tale from the Pacifi c NorthwestTold and illustrated by Gerald McDermottRaven, a Pacifi c Coast Indian trickster, sets out to fi nd the sun.

How Chipmunk Got His Stripes: A Tale of Bragging and TeasingAs told by Joseph Bruchac and James Bruchac; pictures by Jose Aruego and Ariane DeweyWhen Bear and Brown Squirrel have a disagreement about whether Bear can stop the sun from rising, Brown Squirrel ends up with claw marks on his back and becomes Chipmunk, the striped one.

November is Native American Heritage Month

Enterprising Students Club:

Archeology Adventure

Tuesday, September 15 at 4 p.m. Ages 6–11 Be an archeologist as we learn about mummies, hieroglyphs and more. Pick up your offi cial ESC ID when you sign up at the children’s desk.

Fall Wreaths Galore Pajama Party

Monday, September 21 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 4–10 Wear your “comfy” pajamas to our pajama party and listen to some great fall stories. Create a fancy wreath to take home.

Cornucopia of Crafts

Tuesday, September 22 at 4 p.m. Ages 0–11 Help us celebrate the fi rst day of autumn by making crafts.

Junie B., First Grader: One Man Band

Tuesdays, October 6-27 at 5:30 p.m. Ages 6–11 Join us as we read Junie B., First Grader: One Man Band. We’ll make crafts, sing songs and maybe even star in our own half-time show.

Enterprising Students Club: Space

Exploration

Thursday, October 15 at 5:30 p.m. Ages 6–11 We’ll read books and do crafts all about outer space. Sign up at the children’s desk.

Enterprising Students Club:

Dinosaur Dig

Tuesday, November 10 at 4 p.m. Ages 6–11 We’ll be digging up dinosaur bones and learning all about these extinct beasts. Sign up at the children’s desk.

Turkey Lurkey Pajama Party

Monday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 4–10 Wear your “comfy” pajamas to our pajama party and listen to turkey stories. Create a turkey pinecone decoration to take home.

Grandparent’s Day

Saturday, September 12 at 3 p.m. Ages 0–11 Play Wii with your grandparents, make a card and listen to the story Hooray for Grandpar-ent’s Day! by Nancy Carlson.

Family Game Night

Wednesday, September 23 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 6–11 You can play cool games with your mom and dad, like Scrabble, Chess and all types of card games.

Wii for Kids

Tuesday, October 13 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 6–11 Test your skills at a variety of games, including Wii Sports and Mario Party 8.

Stargazing Party

Thursday, November 5 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 6–11 There will be games, crafts and a chance to view the night sky with a telescope to see the stars.

Musical Stories

Tuesday, November 17 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 6–11 Join us as we share story songs such as The Wheels on the Bus, Do Your Ears Hang Low? and many others.

Are You a Couch Potato?

Why Not Do the Mashed Potato?

Tuesdays, September 1 - November 17 at 4 p.m. Ages 0–11 Join us for some stories and a little exercise. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Movie: The Tale of Despereaux

Friday, September 4 at 7 p.m. All ages

Pajama Jam

Tuesdays, September 22, October 20, November 17 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 3–5 Come dressed in your PJs with your favorite stuff ed friend to listen to some soothing bedtime stories.

Gobble, Gobble

Wednesday, November 25 at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Ages 2–3 Listen to stories and songs about Thanksgiving and make a Thanksgiving craft to take home. Space is limited; passes will be given out an hour before the program starts.

Library Card Sign-up Month

September 1-30 at 9 a.m. Ages 0–11 Don’t forget the most important school supply of all. Come in to get your new library card and receive a prize.

Be a Puppeteer

Saturday, September 12 at 11 a.m. Ages 3–11 We’ll make a puppet from the story The Little Red Hen and act out the story.

Make Marble Paper

Sunday, September 27 at 3 p.m. Ages 6–11 Join us to learn how to create homemade decorative marble paper.

Coraline Adventure

Sunday, October 4 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 Help Coraline escape and rescue her friends and family before the Other Mother can stop her. Enjoy movie inspired crafts and activities.

In a Tizzy over Turkey

Saturday, November 21 at 11 a.m. Ages 3–11 Let’s get ready for the Turkey day with an extra helping of holiday fun.

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Voice of the Paiutes: A Story About Sarah Winnemuccaby Jodie Shull; illustrated by Keith BirdsongA biography of the Native American woman who helped to negotiate benefi ts for her people and traveled across the country speaking about the plight of the Paiutes.

Jim Thorpe’s Bright Pathby Joseph Bruchac; illustrated by S.D. NelsonA biography of Native American athlete Jim Thorpe, focusing on how his boyhood education set the stage for his athletic achievements which gained him international fame and Olympic gold medals.

A Boy Named Beckoning: The True Story of Dr. Carlos Montezuma, Native American Hero Adapted and illustrated by Gina CapaldiThis story reveals the life of a Native American boy named Wassaja, who was kidnapped from his tribe and sold as a slave. Adopted and renamed Carlos Montezuma, the young boy traveled throughout the Old West, bearing witness to the poor treatment of Native Americans. Carlos eventually became a doctor and leader for his people.

Traditional Native American Arts and Activities (Celebrating Our Heritage)by Arlette N. Braman; illustrated by Bill HelinReaders are introduced to several Native American tribes from each region of the country, along with each tribe’s culture, their arts and crafts, and more. Includes activities and recipes based upon the Native American heritage.

Sarah WinnemuccaGrandparents Celebration Storytime*

Thursday, September 10 at 2 p.m. Ages 3–5 Bring your grandparents to hear some fun loving stories and take home a craft for them to enjoy.

Monday Night Masterpiece*

Mondays, September 14, October 5, November 2 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 0–5 Listen to some of the fi nest stories ever told. Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear.

Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary*

Friday, September 18 at 4 p.m. Ages 0–11 Learn about birds and conservation from the staff of the Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary.

International Talk Like a Pirate Day*

Saturday, September 19 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 Listen to stories and songs about pirates and hunt for hidden treasure.

Princess Party

Saturday, September 26 at 3 p.m. Ages 3–11 All the maidens of the court are invited to the library for an afternoon of princess songs, stories and crafts. Pre-registration required.

Yoga for Kids

Tuesday, September 29 at 4:30 p.m. Ages 4–11 Experience the joy of yoga as we pose in ways inspired by animals, fl owers and other fun things. Pre-registration required.

Magic of Puppets*

Wednesday, October 14 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 6–11 Learn about diff erent types of puppets and make a puppet of your own to take home.

Fairy Frolic

Saturday, October 17 at 3 p.m. Ages 3–8 We’ll read stories, do crafts and have a fairy scene set up for your mommy to take your picture in. Fairy attire is welcome and encour-aged. Pre-registration is required.

Dinosaur Day

Thursday, November 19 at 4:30 p.m. Ages 6–11 Join us for a dino-mite day of prehistoric stories, songs and activities. Learn about fossils and make a fun craft! Pre-registration required.

Gobble, Gobble*

Sunday, November 22 at 3 p.m. Ages 3–11 Listen to stories and songs about Thanksgiv-ing and make a Thanksgiving craft to take home.

*Space is limited; passes will be given out an hour

before the program starts.

Teddy Bear Picnic

Saturday, November 14 at 11 a.m. Ages 0–11 We’ll sit on blankets and have a perfect pic-nic while celebrating the irresistible charm of teddy bears. We’ll have stories, crafts and songs, too.

Turkey Time

Saturday, November 21 at 11 a.m. Ages 0–11 It’s time to gobble, gobble, gobble and get ready for Thanksgiving with fun songs, stories and crafts!

Movie: Brother Bear


Video Game Break

Saturday, November 28 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 Play Mario Kart or Dance Dance Revolution with your friends.

Craft Buff et

Saturday, September 5 at 11 a.m. Ages 0–11 Enjoy fun stories and crafts for the whole family.

Together Time Stories

Thursdays, September 10, 24, October 15, 29, November 5, 19 at 11 a.m. Ages 3–5 Listen to stories, music and have a chance to interact with others.

Boredom Busters

Fridays, September 11, October 16, November 20 at 3 p.m. Ages 6–11 Start your weekend off right with board games, crafts, stories, movies and more.

Fitness Fun

Saturday, September 12 at 11 a.m. Ages 0–11 Learn fun and easy ways to keep your body active by playing games, hearing stories and dancing to the music.

Movie: The Emperor’s New Groove


Pirates and Princess Tea on the High Sea

Saturday, September 19 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Ages 4–11 Enjoy tea on the high sea as we hear both princess and pirate stories and create fun crafts. Registration required. Limited seating.

Movie: Kronk’s New Groove


Snoopy’s Birthday Party

Saturday, October 3 at 11 a.m. Ages 0–11 Come to Snoopy’s birthday party for games, stories and more.

Fall Craft Extravaganza

Saturday, October 3 at 3 p.m. Ages 0–11 Celebrate autumn with stories and crafts.

Let’s Act

Saturday, October 10 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 Make up hilarious scenes based on your favorite books using the art of improvisation. No acting experience necessary. Registration required.

Movie: Monsters vs. Aliens


Movie: Race to Witch Mountain


Library Idol

Saturday, November 7 at 11 a.m. Ages 6–11 Learn fun facts about your favorite singers, and play American Idol and Disney Sing it! on the Wii.

Movie: Pocahontas


The rich history and traditional stories of America’s native peoples can be explored at your library.

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Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos

Learn how this holiday is celebrated in bothMexico and the United States while listening to stories and making crafts.

Saturday, October 31 at 3 p.m. Ages 0-11Enterprise Library

Sunday, November 1 at 3 p.m. Ages 6-11Summerlin LibraryPre-registration is required.

Sunday, November 1 at 3 p.m. Ages 0–10 Spring Valley Library

Monday, November 2 at 4 p.m. Ages 0-11Las Vegas Library

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month Enjoy stories and have fun with creative crafts. For ages 6-11.

Friday, November 6 at 4 p.m.Spring Valley Library

Native American Storytime

Listen to stories that honor special animal origins, sing songs and make a storytelling bag. For ages 6-11.

Saturday, November 7 at 4 p.m. Sunrise Library

Native Traditions

Listen to real Native American stories and songs while learning more about their traditions. For ages 6-11.

Monday, November 16 at 4 p.m. Summerlin Library

Dance and Music with

Derrick Suwaima Davis

and Ryon Polequaptewa

Hoop Dancer Derrick Suwaima Davis (Hopi/Choctaw) and singer,Ryon Polequaptewa (Hopi) present a family program of Native American dance, music and storytelling. For all ages.

Monday, November 16 at 7 p.m.West Charleston Library

Tuesday, November 17 at 1 p.m.West Las Vegas Library

Tuesday, November 17 at 4 p.m.Rainbow Library

Wednesday, November 18 at 10 a.m.Clark County Library

Wednesday, November 18 at 1 p.m.Sunrise Library

Hispanic Heritage Storytime FiestaCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with bilingual stories, songs and crafts. For ages 4-11.

Tuesday, September 15 at 6:30 p.m. Las Vegas Library

Wednesday, September 16 at 2 p.m. Spring Valley Library

Wednesday, October 7 at 4 p.m. Sunrise Library

Hola, Olé! Hispanic Heritage

Puppet ShowEnjoy a puppet show based on Hispanic traditional tales. For ages up to 11.

Tuesday, September 15 at 10 a.m.Wednesday, September 16 at 7 p.m.Saturday, September 19 at 2 p.m.West Las Vegas Library

Wednesday, September 23 at 6:30 p.m.West Charleston Library

Saturday, September 26 at 11 a.m. Clark County Library

Saturday, October 10 at 3 p.m.Centennial Hills Library

Preschool Halloween Party

Wednesday, October 28 at 10 a.m. Ages 3-5Clark County Library

Monster Mash Bash

Saturday, October 31 at 11 a.m. Ages 0-11Clark County Library

Halloween Haunts

Saturday, October 31 at 11 a.m. Ages 0-11Spring Valley Library

Halloween Party

Saturday, October 31 at 11 a.m. Ages 0-11Summerlin Library

Spooky Halloween Storytime

Saturday, October 31 at 2 p.m. Ages 3–11 Whitney Library

Fiesta de la Noche Enjoy traditional music and dance, craft booths, food and the exciting Michito Sanchez Orchestra. All ages.

Friday, September 18 at 5 p.m. Rainbow Library

Mariachi Concert in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage MonthCelebrate with a concert from commu-nity groups and the Clark County School District’s award-winning Mariachi Music Instructional Program. For all Ages.

Friday, September 25 at 7 p.m. Clark County Library

National Hispanic Heritage MonthWe will read stories and make crafts, which will expand our knowledge of this important month. Ages 5–11

Saturday, September 26 at 3 p.m. Enterprise Library

Hispanic Heritage Month Performance Enjoy a performance by the Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theater. For all ages.

Friday, October 23 at 1 p.m. West Las Vegas Library

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Slightly Spooky Creative Toddlers

Monday, October 26 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 18 months-3 yearsSummerlin Library

Monster Time

Monday, October 26 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 6-11Centennial Hills LibrarySpace is limited; passes will be given out anhour before program starts.

Pumpkin Bumpkin Pajama Party

Monday, October 26 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 0-11Enterprise Library

Halloween FestivitiesGet into your costume and head to the library to celebrate Halloween with these not-so-scary programs.

Kids Clay Creature Feature Saturday, October 10 at 2 p.m. Ages 0-11West Las Vegas Library

That’s Just Gross! Saturday, October 17 at 11 a.m. Ages 6-11Clark County Library

Spooky Bookies Monday, October 19 at 4 p.m. Ages 6-11Summerlin Library

Haunted Scavenger Hunt Thursday, October 22 at 4 p.m. Ages 6-11Las Vegas Library

Pumpkin Carving Fun Thursday, October 22 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 5-11West Charleston Library

Halloween Toddler Time Party Friday, October 23 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 18-36 monthsClark County Library

Pumpkin Painting Saturday, October 24 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 5-11Laughlin Library

Perfect Pumpkins Saturday, October 24 at 11 a.m. Ages 6-11Clark County LibraryPre-registration required; limit 30.

Shake d’em Halloween Bones Ages 0-11Sunday, October 25 at 2 p.m.Thursday, October 29 at 4 p.m.Enterprise Library

Sunday, October 25 at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 27 at 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, October 28 at 10:30 a.m.Spring Valley Library

Monday, October 26 at 10 a.m.Tuesday, October 27 at 10 a.m.Wednesday, October 28 at 11 a.m.Saturday, October 31 at 11 a.m.Sahara West Library

Wednesday, October 28 at 10 a.m.Sunrise Library

Featured Fall Programs

Monster Mash

Tuesday, October 27 at 10 a.m. Ages 0-11West Charleston Library

Tuesday, October 27 at 10 a.m. Ages 3-5Wednesday, October 28 at 7 p.m. Ages 0-5West Las Vegas Library

Spooky Storytimes

Tuesday, October 27 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 0-5 Wednesday, October 28 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5Thursday, October 29 at 9:30 and 10 a.m. Ages 2-3Summerlin Library

Wednesday, October 28 at 10 a.m. Ages 2-3Wednesday, October 28 at 11 a.m. Ages 0-5Thursday, October 29 at 10 a.m. Ages 0-5Rainbow Library

Halloween Drawing Fun

Tuesday, October 27 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 3-11Las Vegas Library

National Native American

Indian and Alaska Native

Heritage Month

Learn all about diff erent symbols and why they are important. For ages up to 11.

Saturday, November 21 at 3 p.m.Enterprise Library

Scavenger Scarecrow

Join us as we create a scare-crow to be entered in the Springs Preserve Scavenger Scarecrow Contest. For ages 6-11.

Part One (Planning)Wednesday, September 9 at 3:30 p.m.Part Two (Assembly)Wednesday, September 23 at 3 p.m.Rainbow Library

Julie Austin Concert

Audiences of all ages are encouraged to sing, dance and get moving in this popular live musical concert featuring award-winning performer, Julie Austin.

Tuesday, September 22 at 4 p.m. Centennial Hills Library

Wednesday, September 23 at 11 a.m.Sahara West Library

Wednesday, September 23 at 2 p.m.Sunrise Library

Thursday, September 24 at 10 a.m.West Las Vegas Library

Writing Beyond Reality with

Tamora Pierce Bestselling author Tamora Pierce has written more than 20 fantasy books for young adults, including the Protector of the Small series and the Circle of Magic series. Book sales and signings will take place directly following the event. For all ages.

Wednesday, October 21 at 6:30 p.m.West Charleston Library

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