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Library news for August 14-22, 2010

The Annual Survey is open!

The Wells Branch Library takes an annual survey to find out what we do well and what we could do better.  Please take a moment to tell us about your experiences here.  These results guide our planning for upcoming purchases, programs and services.  The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete.  Click here to begin or go to: www.surveymonkey.com/s/wbcl2010.  We appreciate your time!

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Summer Reading ends tomorrow!  All reading logs must be turned in by 6pm on Saturday, August 14th. 

 

Staci Gray Concert- Saturday, August 14th at 2pm:  A fun concert for the whole family to celebrate a summer of reading.  Space is limited, so get here early.

 

 

trophyAdult Summer Reading Party- Sunday, August 15th at 4:30pm:  All adult summer readers are invited to celebrate, enjoy refreshments and discuss the books read this summer.  Top readers will be announced and honored.

FishBowlPaint and Draw (ages 12+): 
Sunday, August 15th at 1:30- Paint a Fish Bowl

All materials are supplied for you. Pre-registration is required and spaces fill quickly since we are limited to 10 participants (Adults & teens 12+). Classes are free.  Space is still available and we will accept registration through Saturday, August 14th.

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Free Family Movie:The Princess & the Frog

Tuesday, August 17th at 6:00 pm 

Join us at the library for a screening of the Disney movie The Princess and the Frog (G). We will have popcorn and drinks available for $0.25 each.

Third Thursday B-I-N-G-OBingo

Thursday, August 19th at 6pm

Come join other adults in the community in a friendly game of Book BINGO. Win library prizes. Every third Thursday of the month.

ComputerDatabase Workshops in August:

Learn about our databases for language, crafts, careers, resumes, reference, research, and more! 
ResumeMaker and JobView (08/26/2010 @ 5:00pm)
EBSCO Hobbies & Crafts (08/26/2010 @ 7:00pm)

More information about our databases is available here.

 

 


Special Programs This Week:

Saturday, August 14 @ 2pm:  Staci Gray Concert
Saturday, August 14 @ 11am:  Bilingual Storytime
Saturday, August 14 @ 6pm:  Deadline to turn in  Summer Reading Logs and Book Reviews
Sunday, August 15 @ 1:30pm:  Paint a Fish Bowl- ages 12+, registration required
Sunday, August 15 @ 4:30:  Adult Summer Reading Finale Party
Tuesday, August 17 @ 6pm:  The Princess and the Frog- Free Family Movie
Wednesday, August 18 @ 5pm:  Wacky Science- CO2 POP!
Wednesday, August 18 @ 6pm:  Arts & Crafts- Paper Bag Art
Thursday, August 19 @ 6pm:  Third Thursday B-I-N-G-O
Saturday, August 21 @ 10:30am:  Powerpoint Basics
Saturday, August 21@11am: Sign Storytime
Saturday, August 21 @ 4pm: Conversational English


Storytime Schedule

0-18 months – Baby Bookworms: Fridays at 10am
12-24 months – Monkey in the Middle:
Mondays at 10:45am
18-36 months – Toddler Storytime:
Fridays at 10:45am
3-5 years – Preschool Storytime: Fridays at 11:30am
All ages - Sign Language Storytime: 1st and 3rd Saturdays at 11am
All ages - Bilingual Storytime: 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 11am


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QuestionThe Question of the Week-

Using the library’s reference section or the Texshare Databases, find the answer to this week's question: This month long lunar holiday requires it's participates to fast from dawn to sunset.  What is the name of the holiday marking the end of this celebration?
Send your answer, along with your name and where you found it to: Askalibrarian@wblibrary.org

 

MadScientistWacky Science:  Wednesdays at 5pm

August 18- C02 POP!
August 25- NO WACKY SCIENCE
September 1- NO WACKY SCIENCE
September 8- Self Rising Science
September 15- Fatty Foods
September 22- Starch Testing
September 29- Color Changing Milk

 CraftsArts and Crafts Wednesdays at 6pm: 
Space is limited to 30 participants.  Tickets are available at the children's area desk 1 hour before the program.
August 18- Paper Bag Art
August 25- Painted Sunflowers
September 1- Talavera Tiles
September 8- Fridge Magnets
September 15- Deiz y Seis Collage
September 22-Fall leaves watercolor
September 29- Pebbles Mosaic

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15001 Wells Port Drive
Austin, TX  78728
512-989-3188

Monday-Thursday:  10am-8pm

 Friday & Saturday: 10am-6pm

 Sunday: 1pm-6pm

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