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Upcoming Events
Title
Date
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Time
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Description
These "F" rated programs provide Fantastic Family Fun! We offer snacks, literary activities and information about family and your child's school!
Location
Alpha Kappa Alpha Room
Library
Mildred L. Terry Public Library

Title
Date
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Time
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Description
This summer become a part of the science club as we unearth reading in a whole new way. Be prepared to dig up dinosaur bones, make sand art, create and inside garden, and unearth a mountain with “dynamite.” Ages 8-11
Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Friday, May 31, 2013
Time
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Description
This film festival will showcase all eight of the Harry Potter films. All showings are free admission and popcorn and drinks will be provided. This event is for all ages. Movies are rated either PG or PG-13.

After the June 21st showing there will be a Harry Potter craft. After the July 19th finale showing there will be Harry Potter trivia. All ages welcome.
Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Tuesday, June 04, 2013
Time
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
Come with us to dig into new adventures. We’ll read stories about dinos and do a dino dig! Groups of 7 people or more please call 706-243-2679 to register. All Ages
Location
Synovus/CB&T combined
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Tuesday, June 04, 2013
Time
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Description
Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to take on the role as their child's first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys.

Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Tuesday, June 04, 2013
Time
11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
Description
Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun!

Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Wednesday, June 05, 2013
Time
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
Hotshot rookie race car Lightning McQueen is living life in the fast lane until he hits a detour on his way to the most important race of his life. Stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on old Route 66, he meets Sally, Mater, Doc Hudson, and a variety of quirky characters who help him discover that there's more to life than trophies and fame. MPAA G, 117 min. Groups of 7 people or more please call 706-243-2679 to register.
Location
Auditorium
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Wednesday, June 05, 2013
Time
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Description
Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun!
Location
Alpha Kappa Alpha Room
Library
Mildred L. Terry Public Library

Title
Date
Wednesday, June 05, 2013
Time
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to take on the role as their child's first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys.
Location
Alpha Kappa Alpha Room
Library
Mildred L. Terry Public Library

Title
Date
Thursday, June 06, 2013
Time
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Description
Time for Tots is a fun, high-energy reading program that aids in children’s speech development and motor coordination, while helping them to gain valuable pre-reading skills. Activities may involve stories, books, language, rhymes, music, movement, activities, puppets and educational toys.

Groups of 7 or more will need to register. Please call 706-243-2679. Large groups that do not preregister will not be guaranteed space at the program.

Location
Synovus (side A)
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Thursday, June 06, 2013
Time
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Description
This summer become a part of the science club as we unearth reading in a whole new way. Be prepared to dig up dinosaur bones, make sand art, create an inside garden, and unearth a mountain with “dynamite.” Ages 8-11
Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Thursday, June 06, 2013
Time
6:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Description
It's time to get ready for bed! Joins us as we read some bedtime stories to inspire good dreams. Includes a craft. Pajamas and teddy bears optional.
Location
Aflac Storytime Room
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Friday, June 07, 2013
Time
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Description
This film festival will showcase all eight of the Harry Potter films. All showings are free admission and popcorn and drinks will be provided. This event is for all ages. Movies are rated either PG or PG-13.

After the June 21st showing there will be a Harry Potter craft. After the July 19th finale showing there will be Harry Potter trivia. All ages welcome.
Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Saturday, June 08, 2013
Time
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Description
Uno Dos Tres Craft! will provide Spanish communication in a comprehensible, hands-on form that is child-centered. Topics will include numbers and simple addition, colors, animals, family, activities and culture.
Location
Friends of the Library Room
Library
Mildred L. Terry Public Library

Title
Date
Monday, June 10, 2013
Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Description
Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun!
Location
Synovus (side A)
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Monday, June 10, 2013
Time
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Description
Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to take on the role as their child's first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys.
Groups of 7 and larger will need to register. Please call 706-243-2679. Large groups who do not pre-register will not be guaranteed a spot at the program.
Location
Synovus (side A)
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Monday, June 10, 2013
Time
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Description
Petland will be bring a variety of animals that dig for a show and tell.
Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Time
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Description
Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to take on the role as their child's first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys.

Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Time
11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
Description
Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun!

Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Time
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Description
Get your design on and make everyday items out of duct tape! Groups of 7 people or more please call 706-243-2679 to register. Ages 7-11.
Location
Synovus/CB&T combined
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Time
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
On his first day at a new school, eleven-year-old Billy goes up against the school bully in a challenge that ends up with a total gross-out date...to eat 10 worms in one day. As the pressure mounts, Billy must summon all his strength to meet the dare, all the while keeping his weak stomach from betraying him and his big mouth from getting him in even more trouble. MPAA PG, 94 min. Groups of 7 people or more please call 706-243-2679 to register.
Location
Auditorium
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Time
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Description
Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun!
Location
Alpha Kappa Alpha Room
Library
Mildred L. Terry Public Library

Title
Date
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Time
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to take on the role as their child's first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys.
Location
Alpha Kappa Alpha Room
Library
Mildred L. Terry Public Library

Title
Date
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Time
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Description
Time for Tots is a fun, high-energy reading program that aids in children’s speech development and motor coordination, while helping them to gain valuable pre-reading skills. Activities may involve stories, books, language, rhymes, music, movement, activities, puppets and educational toys.

Groups of 7 or more will need to register. Please call 706-243-2679. Large groups that do not preregister will not be guaranteed space at the program.

Location
Synovus (side A)
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Time
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Description
This summer become a part of the science club as we unearth reading in a whole new way. Be prepared to dig up dinosaur bones, make sand art, create an inside garden, and unearth a mountain with “dynamite.” Ages 8-11
Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Time
6:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Description
It's time to get ready for bed! Joins us as we read some bedtime stories to inspire good dreams. Includes a craft. Pajamas and teddy bears optional.
Location
Aflac Storytime Room
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Friday, June 14, 2013
Time
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Description
This film festival will showcase all eight of the Harry Potter films. All showings are free admission and popcorn and drinks will be provided. This event is for all ages. Movies are rated either PG or PG-13.

After the June 21st showing there will be a Harry Potter craft. After the July 19th finale showing there will be Harry Potter trivia. All ages welcome.
Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Monday, June 17, 2013
Time
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Description
Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun!
Location
Synovus (side A)
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Monday, June 17, 2013
Time
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Description
Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to take on the role as their child's first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys.
Groups of 7 and larger will need to register. Please call 706-243-2679. Large groups who do not pre-register will not be guaranteed a spot at the program.
Location
Synovus (side A)
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Description
Come with us to dig into new adventures. We’ll read stories about construction and have a construction vehicle petting zoo! Groups of 7 people or more please call 706-243-2679 to register. All Ages.
Location
Synovus/CB&T combined
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Time
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Description
Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to take on the role as their child's first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys.

Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Time
11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
Description
Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun!

Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Time
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
Caught up in a feud between neighbors, Gnomeo and Juliet must overcome as many obstacles as their namesakes. But with flamboyant pink flamingoes and epic lawnmower races, can this young couple find lasting happiness? MPAA G, 84 minutes. ! Groups of 7 people or more please call 706-243-2679 to register.
Location
Auditorium
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Time
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Description
Preschool Adventures encourages visits to the library for socialization and interaction with peers. Children will listen to read alouds, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Flannel board stories and puppets may allow for audience participation to reinforce that reading is fun!
Location
Alpha Kappa Alpha Room
Library
Mildred L. Terry Public Library

Title
Date
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Time
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
Tiny Tales is a fun program that introduces babies and toddlers to books and language activities. Parents are encouraged to take on the role as their child's first teacher. Activities may involve stories, books, rhymes, music, movement, finger plays, puppets and educational toys.
Location
Alpha Kappa Alpha Room
Library
Mildred L. Terry Public Library

Title
Date
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Time
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Description
Time for Tots is a fun, high-energy reading program that aids in children’s speech development and motor coordination, while helping them to gain valuable pre-reading skills. Activities may involve stories, books, language, rhymes, music, movement, activities, puppets and educational toys.

Groups of 7 or more will need to register. Please call 706-243-2679. Large groups that do not preregister will not be guaranteed space at the program.

Location
Synovus (side A)
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Time
6:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Description
It's time to get ready for bed! Joins us as we read some bedtime stories to inspire good dreams. Includes a craft. Pajamas and teddy bears optional.
Location
Aflac Storytime Room
Library
Columbus Public Library

Title
Date
Friday, June 21, 2013
Time
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Description
This film festival will showcase all eight of the Harry Potter films. All showings are free admission and popcorn and drinks will be provided. This event is for all ages. Movies are rated either PG or PG-13.

After the June 21st showing there will be a Harry Potter craft. After the July 19th finale showing there will be Harry Potter trivia. All ages welcome.
Location
Large Conference Room
Library
North Columbus Public Library

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Important Messages
Welcome to the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries' 2013 Aflac Vacation Reading Program (AVRP). For every 10 books you read this summer, visit your local library branch and choose a prize from the treasure chest. In addition, your name is entered to win some really great prizes like a Leapster LeapFrog! For program information and rules, click here.


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