Here’s what’s going on at the Burien branch of the King County Library during July:
BURIEN LIBRARY JULY 2014 EVENTS
Please click on the links below to view the programs for each age group.
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Counteract the “Summer Learning Slide” at the Library
Kids and teens who spend their summer reading and learning, come back in the fall better prepared for school than those who don’t—so KCLS created a new summer learning program called Thinkology: The Study of Fun. Build robots, do hands-on science projects, learn magic, create puppets and, of course, read! For details, visit any KCLS library or kcls.org/kids/summer.Evening Family Story Times
Tuesday, July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 6:30pmFamily program, all ages welcome with adult.
Bubbles, Volcanoes & Rocket Balloons Workshop
Wednesday, July 2, 6:30pmPresented by Debbie Hansen, The Science Lady.
Ages 5 to 7 with adult.
Discover scientific laws through fun experiments including floating eggs, rocket balloons, effervescent bubbles, a baking soda volcano, dancing raisins and foil boats.
Please register starting June 18.Young Toddler Story Times
Thursday, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 11amAges 12 to 24 months with adult.
Infant Story Times
Thursday, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, NoonAges 3 to 12 months with adult.
Spanish Story Times
Thursday, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 6:30pmAges 2 and older with adult.
Toddler Story Times
Monday, July 7, 14, 21 and 28, 10:15am and 11amAges 24 to 36 months with adult.
Preschool Story Times
Monday, July 7, 14, 21 and 28, NoonAges 3 to 6 with adult.
Sing a Song of Science
Wednesday, July 9, 11amPresented by Nancy Stewart.
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.
Join this popular Northwest singer-songwriter for a playful, interactive sing-along exploration of science.Early Literacy Parties in Spanish
Thursday, July 10, 17, 24 and 31, 1pmNewborn to age 5 with adult.
Series of eight free workshops in Spanish for families to learn about Early Literacy and how to prepare their children for Kindergarten.
Robotics Workshop for Children
Friday, July 11 and 25, NoonAges 7 to 12.
Children are invited to this free robotics workshop developed by the Raisbeck Aviation High School Robotics team. Build a robot and learn how to program it while learning what FIRST Robotics is.
Please register for only one workshop.Mad About Science Show
Tuesday, July 15, 11amPresented by Mad Science.
Ages 5 and older with adult
Create super sounds, cool chemical reactions and even explore the spooky side of science. Your imagination will run wild as you become a Junior Mad Scientist as you watch, and participate in, eye-opening experiments.Burien Young Readers Book Club
Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert O’Brien
Wednesday, July 16, 4:15pmAges 7 to 12.
The Day Zero Left Dodge–The Musical
Wednesday, July 16, 6:30pmPresented by Last Leaf Theater Productions.
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.
One day, the number Zero decides to leave town. Now the other numbers in town are forced to see what difficulties arise when there is no Zero available. Will they discover how important the number zero is and will Zero ever return to help them with their math problem?Yes, It Is Rocket Science!
Tuesday, July 22, 10:30am and NoonPresented by The Museum of Flight.
Ages 5 to 7 with adult.
Learn about the history of rockets and Newton’s laws of motion. Then apply your understanding to design, build and test your rocket.Registration required.
We Learn, We Build, We Play
Wednesday, July 30, 10:30am and Noon
Presented by Bricks4Kidz®.
Ages 8 to 12.
Learn engineering fundamentals about gears, motion, force and much more through building motorized LEGO® construction kits.
Registration required.TEENS
Anime & Manga Club
Wednesday, July 2 and 16, 3pmWatch anime movies, talk about your favorite anime & manga, graphic novels, or practice drawing manga characters!
Teen Book Club
Wednesday, July 9, 3:30pmDiscuss your favorite books and hot new reads- your book, your choice!
Teen Zone
Tuesday, July 22, 3pmMiddle and high school students, make stuff or just hang out with your friends!
ADULTS
Burien Book Group
One Summer: America 1927 by Bill Bryson
Wednesday, July 16, 2pm
One-on-One Computer Help
Saturday, July 5 and 12, NoonWednesday, July 9 and 23, 10:30am
Friday, July 11, 18 and 25, 10:30am
Get help from KCLS volunteers with computer basics, Microsoft Office, Internet, email and computer learning resources.
Drop-in to Learn about eBooks
Saturday, July 5, 19 and 26, 3pmGet started with KCLS eBooks!
Citizenship Information Fair
Tuesday, July 8, 2pm
No-Sew Kite Making for Adults
Saturday, July 12, 2pm
No-sew kites are very popular in kite making circles. Just tape and kite skins (rip stop nylon) and string. In this workshop, learn how to make a four foot “Eddy” kite.
All materials to build your kite are supplied.
Registration is limited.
If you’re resolved to begin a more active, healthy lifestyle, it’s easy to get started at your library. Throughout 2014, find ideas, inspiration and tips on simple ways to add more movement and healthy options to your life through the new adult series, Start to Fitness.Start to Fitness
Chair Yoga: Finding Peace at Work
Saturday, July 19, 2pmAre you getting stressed at work? Are you shoulders and back aching all the time? This adaptive yoga class with Daniela Cawthorn will teach 12 easy poses that you can do at your work and in your chair.
If you’re resolved to begin a more active, healthy lifestyle, it’s easy to get started at your library. Throughout 2014, find ideas, inspiration and tips on simple ways to add more movement and healthy options to your life through the new adult series, Start to Fitness.Start to Fitness
Scottish Country Dance for All
Friday, July 25, 6:30pmHeld at Lake Burien School Memorial Park.
Join the RSCDS Seattle (Royal Scottish Country Dance Society) in learning more about Scottish Country Dance–a social dance similar to contra or square dancing. Learn some fun beginner’s dances to live music and get some exercise, too!
You do not need to bring a partner as partners are changed between dancesIf you’re resolved to begin a more active, healthy lifestyle, it’s easy to get started at your library. Throughout 2014, find ideas, inspiration and tips on simple ways to add more movement and healthy options to your life through the new adult series, Start to Fitness.
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Fit by Nature: Get Outside, Get Active, Get Healthy
Wednesday, July 30, 7pmJoin Nicole Nazzaro, co-author of Fit By Nature, and the founder of The Wellness Playbook, for an interactive, fun workshop on jump-starting your fitness program for 2014. Leave with a personalized plan for getting fit!
If you’re resolved to begin a more active, healthy lifestyle, it’s easy to get started at your library. Throughout 2014, find ideas, inspiration and tips on simple ways to add more movement and healthy options to your life through the new adult series, Start to Fitness.
Master Gardener Clinics
Wednesdays, 5pm
Get you gardening questions answered by expert Master Gardeners.Citizenship Classes
Wednesdays, 6:30pmMeet with others working their way towards United States Citizenship. Assistance with the exam, the interview and other steps in the process are included.
And here’s what’s going on at the Boulevard Park Library:
Boulevard Park Library
12015 Roseberg Avenue S, Seattle 98168
July 2014 Events
Please click on the links below to view the programs for each age group.
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Counteract the “Summer Learning Slide” at the Library
Kids and teens who spend their summer reading and learning, come back in the fall better prepared for school than those who don’t—so KCLS created a new summer learning program called Thinkology: The Study of Fun. Build robots, do hands-on science projects, learn magic, create puppets and, of course, read! For details, visit any KCLS library or kcls.org/kids/summer.
Family Story Times
Wednesday, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 6:30pmFamily program, all ages welcome with adult.
Kid’s Choice Film Fest
Thursday, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 11amCast your vote and choose the movie we watch this week! Pick up your ballot at the library each week.
Spanish Story Time
Saturday, July 5, 2pm
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.Family Movie Night
Tuesday, July 8, 6pm
Contact the library for movie title.
Science Magic Show
Saturday, July 12, 11amPresented by Jeff Evans.
Ages 5 and older with adult.
Learn how magic can be explained by scientific principles, ranging from air pressure to center of mass, and reveal how everyday items behave in extraordinary ways when you know the secrets of science.
Candy Experiments Workshop
Tuesday, July 15, 6:30pmPresented by Loralee Leavitt.
Ages 8 to 12.
Become a candy scientist! The author of Candy Experiments leads a workshop with stirring, squashing and sinking candy as you experiment making bubbling Warheads, giant gummi worms, bobbing conversation hearts and more.
Registration required.Build a Robot Puppet
Saturday, July 19, 2pm
Presented by Cheryl Hadley.
Ages 8 to 12.
Design and build your own moveable robot puppet. Choose from a large variety of components to make your robot unique. No batteries required!
Registration required. Call 206.242.8662 or visit www.kcls.org/programs to sign up.
Robotics Workshop for Children
Saturday, July 26, NoonPresented by Raisbeck Aviation High School Robotics.
Ages 7 to 12.
Children are invited to this free robotics workshop developed by the Raisbeck Aviation High School Robotics team. Build a robot and learn how to program it while learning what FIRST Robotics is.
Please register.TEENS
Game On!
Tuesday, July 1, 3pmPlay video games at the library!
Teen Movie
Tuesday, July 22, 5:30pmContact the library for movie title.
ADULTS
One-On-One Computer Help
Monday, July 7, 14, 21 ad 28, 5:30pmHave computer or software questions? Volunteers are here for you. You may bring your own laptop, but volunteers cannot provide hands-on or hardware assistance.
Start to FitnessWatch the World Cup at Your Library!
Tuesday, July 8, 1pmWednesday, July 9, 1pm
Every four years national soccer teams from around the world come together to compete in the World Cup. Join with others in your community to experience the world’s game in our library meeting room!
Semi-finals match.If you’re resolved to begin a more active, healthy lifestyle, it’s easy to get started at your library. Throughout 2014, find ideas, inspiration and tips on simple ways to add more movement and healthy options to your life through the new adult series, Start to Fitness.
