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Story ladies are always ready to share a story and sometimes a special friend. Stop by and register for one of the many storytimes!
Miss Pam

STORYTIME
Storytime is designed for children ages three through five to foster their love of books and reading. Each week's theme will be presented through stories, songs, fingerplays, or crafts. Class size is limited to 25 children.
Ages/Grades: Ages 3 - 5
Time(s): 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 2:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Day(s): Tuesdays
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): June 10 - July 22
Registration deadline: Open until filled
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

Mother Goose Time for Tots is not scheduled during the summer months.  Check back for Fall session times.

We ask participating families to follow these guidelines and courtesies:

• Please remain in the library while your child is in Storytime.
• Please make sure your child is prepared to stay for the duration of the session. If your child needs to leave the story room for any reason, a children's assistant will escort him/her to find you. Children leaving the room are asked not to return to that day's session to avoid interrupting ongoing sessions.
• Please notify Patty if your child is going to be absent. Children absent for two consecutive weeks without notification will be dropped from the program

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SATURDAY @ THE LIBRARY
Programs of all kinds will delight children of all ages. Come celebrate with stories and cake, learn about the world of bugs, or stop by for a spot of tea this season. It's free, it's fun, and it's @ your library.
Ages/Grades: All ages and families
Time(s): 10:00 a.m.
Day(s): Saturdays
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s):
May 10 - Library Birthday Party
June 7 - Catch the Reading Bug Summer Reading Fair
June 14 - Water Safety Program presented by the Army Corps of Engineers
June 21 -The Orkin Man
July 5 - Red, White, and Blue Crafts for Kids
August 16 - American Girl Tea Party (Register by August 14)
Registration deadline: None (Except American Girl Tea Party)
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library


AFTER HOURS @ THE LIBRARY
Designed especially for teens, these programs offer a chance to hang out in the library after everyone else has gone. Both programs require preregistration.
Ages/Grades: Ages 11 - 17
Time(s): 6:30 p.m.
Day(s): Fridays
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s):
June 20 - Scavenger Hunt (Registration deadline: June 18)
August 1 - Tie Dye & Ice Cream Party (Registration deadline: July 30)
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

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GET BUGGY WITH HAPPY FACES ENTERTAINMENT
Children of all ages will delight in the magic and mayhem of Dennis Porter of Happy Faces Entertainment. This clever one-man act features comedy, magic, and music and is sure to please even the toughest crowd. Join the library ladies for this one-time only event.
Ages/Grades: All ages and families
Time(s): 2:00 p.m.
Day(s): Thursday
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): June 12
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

LIBRARY CAMP-IN
Young people will be allowed the rare opportunity to see what happens at the library after the doors are locked for the day. Kids are welcome to wear their PJs to an overnight party this July. Magic + movies + pizza + crafts = fun. Children are encouraged to bring their sleeping bags, pillows, teddy bears, and parents. In the wee hours of the morning, movies and snacks just for the grown ups will be available.
Ages/Grades: Ages 5 - 12 and their parents
Time(s)/Day(s): 8:30 p.m., Friday - 8:00 a.m., Saturday
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): July 25 - July 26
Registration deadline: July 22
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

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OTAKU MELANCHOLY MANGA & ANIME BRIGADE
Can't get enough Full Metal Fruits Basket Bleach action? Join Miss Wendy and Miss Angela for monthly manga book discussions followed two weeks later by anime viewing fun! We'll provide the snacks, you provide your insight. Register now!
Ages/Grades: Ages 11 - 17
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Days: 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month
Date(s):
June 8 - Your choice (Bring your favorite manga!)
June 22 - Anime - My Neighbor Totoro
July 13 - Manga - Full Metal Alchemist, Volume 1
July 27- Anime - Full Metal Alchemist, Episode 1 & 2
August 10 - Manga - Fruits Basket, Volume 1
August 24 - Anime - Fruits Basket, Episode 1 & 2
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library


SUPER SLEUTHS: ENTOMOLOGISTS ON THE CASE
For a new approach this season, kids will investigate the weird, wild and wacky world of the insect culture. During the course, the experts from the Milford Nature Center will teach participants about the eating and sleeping habits of the creatures beneath our feet. This program is cosponsored by the Milford Nature Center.
Ages/Grades: Ages 8 - 12
Time(s): 9:00 a.m.
Day(s): Thursdays
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): June 12 - July 17
Registration deadline: Open until filled
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

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WILD WEDNESDAYS @ YOUR LIBRARY
Six weekly programs allow kids to hear stories, create crafts, and play games featuring the wide world of insects.
Ages/Grades: All ages and families
Time(s):
10:00 a.m. (Preschool - Grade 1)
11:00 a.m. (Grade 2 and older)
Day(s): Wednesdays
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): June 11 - July 23
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

YOUTH CHAUTAUQUA CAMP
Under the direction of Ann Birney and Joyce Thierer of Ride into History, young Chautauquans in grades 5-8 will research the lives of famous and infamous Junction Citians and present a vignette of their chosen character for the public.
Ages/Grades: Students who have completed Grades 1 - 8
Time(s): 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Day(s): Monday - Friday (Grades 1 - 3 on July 3 & 4 only)
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): June 30 - July 4
Registration deadline: June 16 (Maximum enrollment of 10 for grades 1 - 3 and 30 for Grades 4 - 8)
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

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Adults

Movies

CLASSIC FILM NIGHT
Spend an enjoyable evening at the library watching classic films on our wall-sized screen while enjoying freshly popped popcorn. Contact the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library for exact movie titles.

Filmed in Kansas
May 16 - Harry Truman's rise from small town boy to president (filmed in Topeka, Leavenworth, and Kansas City)

Kevin Willmott Series
June 13 - Film based on Junction City's Ninth Street
June 20 - Movie speculating on what life would be like if the South had won the Civil War
June 27 - A mini-series event depicting life in "The 70's"

Film and Fatherhood
July 18 - Unemployed father becomes "Mr. Mom"
August 15 - Based on the book "Alias Madame Doubtfire"

Ages/Grades: All ages
Time(s): 6:30 p.m.
Day(s): Fridays
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL
Cool off at the library each Thursday and enjoy a movie. This summer take a journey through a bug's life, enjoy the antics of a kitchen filled with rats, and hang out with a trio of singing chipmunks. Contact the library for a complete listing of films.
Ages/Grades: All ages and families
Time(s): 2:00 p.m.
Day(s): Thursdays
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): June 19 - July 24 (no movie July 3)
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

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TALK - Talk About Literature in Kansas

TALK ABOUT LITERATURE IN KANSAS (TALK)
Spring Theme: World War II Generation
Program Description: TALK is a program designed for those who enjoy reading and talking about books. The sessions are informal, and readers may share their ideas or simply sit back and enjoy the discussions. The remaining title in this Spring series, Once Upon a Town by Bob Greene tells the story of the unique way that citizens of North Platte, Nebraska found to express their patriotism during World War II. This program is cosponsored by the Kansas Humanities Council.
Ages/Grades: High school age and adults
Time(s): 7:00 p.m.
Day(s): Thursdays
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): May 8 - Once Upon a Town by Bob Greene
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

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Book discussion groups

FAMILY BOOK DISCUSSION
Looking for a great way to spend time with your kids? Want to know what they're thinking? Don't want to hassle with Monday night dinner? Join the library staff for pizza and a lively discussion. This semester's selections will feature books that explore cultural viewpoints.
Ages/Grades: Grade school age children and their families
Time(s): 6:00 p.m.
Day(s): Monday
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): May 19th - Frindle by Andrew Clements
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library


FANTASTIC REALMS
Join other readers of fantasy and science fiction at Rivendell Bookstore to discuss both the latest titles and the classics of these two similar, yet distinctive genres.
Ages/Grades: High school age and adults
Time(s): 7:00 p.m.
Day(s): First or second Thursday of each month
Place: Rivendell Bookstore, 308 East Chestnut
Cost: None
Date(s):
May 1 - Arrows of the Queen by Mercedes Lackey
June 5 - The Color of Magic by Terry Pratchett
July 10 - Pawn of Prophecy by David Eddings
August 7 - Enchantment by Orson Scott Card
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

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LADIES OF THE NIGHT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Ladies of the Night is a monthly discussion group that focuses on books written by, for, and about women. This is an informal, self-guided group in which members frequently look beyond the bestseller lists for thought provoking literature.
Ages/Grades: High school age and adults
Time(s): 7:00 p.m.
Day(s): First or second Monday of each month
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s):
May 5 - Women of Brewster Place by Gloria Naylor
June 2 - The Stories of Eva Luna by Isabel Allende
July 7 - The Hearts of Horses by Molly Gloss
August 4 - The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

LIFE CHANGING BOOKS - A BOOK DISCUSSION SERIES
Our summer reading theme is Metamorphosis, and to compliment that theme the books in this series are about change, the change that can result when you go searching for that one thing that is missing in your life. So, what are you searching for? Is it balance, order, serenity, happiness, or maybe something that you can't even verbalize? The books chosen for this series and the discussions that follow will explore different ways that can be used to change and improve our lives. (Also, readers will receive double points toward their summer reading goals for each of the three books that are read and discussed!)
Ages/Grades: High school age and adults
Time(s): 7:00 p.m.
Day(s): Mondays
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s):
June 16 - Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
July 14 - Loving What Is by Byron Katie
August 18 - Happy for No Reason by Marci Shimoff
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

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MAHOGANY READERS
Mahogany Readers is a monthly discussion group open to anyone who wants to discover and explore current trends in African-American literature. Books and authors will be discussed in a friendly, informal manner that involves the sharing of ideas, feelings, experiences, and food.
Ages/Grades: Adults
Time(s): 7:00 p.m.
Day(s): First or second Thursday of each month
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s):
May 1 - C. Kelly Robinson
June 5 - Victor McGlothin
July 10 - Rochelle Algers
August 7 - Anita Bunkley
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library


MYSTERY CLUB
The butler did it. . .or did he! Combine your love of reading mysteries and talking with friends about what you've read and join the Mystery Club. This informal, self-directed book discussion group explores whodunit in the world of mystery, detective, suspense, spy and crime novels. In celebration of 2008's library anniversaries, this year's discussions will include some of the best fiction and nonfiction mystery and true crime titles in recent history.
Ages/Grades: High school age and adults
Time(s): 7:00 p.m.
Day(s): 2nd Tuesday of each month
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s):
May 13 - The Day of the Jackal by Frederick Forsyth
June 10 - Kidnap: The Story of the Lindbergh Case by George Waller
July 8 - The Butcher's Boy by Thomas Perry
August 12 - The Minister and the Choir Singer by William Kunstler
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library


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Metamorphosis
The 2008 summer reading program for adults, young adults and children

METAMORPHOSIS - AN ADULT AND HIGH SCHOOL READING PROGRAM
All things change, whether in appearance, character, condition or function. Participants in the adult summer reading program will read about changes in the way we view ourselves and others and about changes that improve and enrich our lives. Sign up at the library or at Rivendell Bookstore, and any book or audio title owned by the library or purchased at Rivendell counts toward your reading goal. Prizes will be awarded to those who complete five, ten and fifteen items. Random drawings will also provide other opportunities to win. (See the entry on Life Changing Books to discover additional ways to earn points.)
Ages/Grades: High school age and adults. High school students may receive up to 100 extra credit points toward next year's English class for the titles they read.
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): Program begins on May 27 and ends on August 3
Registration deadline: Ongoing
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library


METAMORPHOSIS @ YOUR LIBRARY YOUNG ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM
Kids can read and think about change whether in themselves or in other people and things as they page their way toward Summer Reading goals and prizes.
Ages/Grades: Grades 6 - 8
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): May 27 - July 27
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

CATCH THE READING BUG @ YOUR LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAM
Kids will encounter creepy crawlies and other things that flit, buzz, and blink as they page their way toward Summer Reading goals and prizes.
Ages/Grades: Preschool - Grade 5
Place: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library
Cost: None
Date(s): May 27 - July 27
Registration deadline: None
Sponsored by: Dorothy Bramlage Public Library

Friends of the Library Book Sale

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