Summer Reading Programs
Registration for all summer programs and for volunteers will be from May 23, 2010 through June 5, 2010. All story hours and group sessions of the summer reading program clubs will be filled on a first come-first serve basis. Those who are interested in being a "Read On Your Own Member" must also be registered to participate. Preschool programs fill up fast, so you will want to register early. All programs begin the week of June 14th and run through the week of July 23th. Click here for program details.
Preschool Story Hour
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Mother Goose Storytime Ages 3 - 5 yrs Every Monday @ 6:30 pm |
Newbies Ages 0 - 14 mths & expecting parents 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the Month @ 9:00 am |
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Hot Tots Ages 2 & 3yrs Every Wednesday @ 10:00 am |
Summergartners Ages 4 & 5 yrs Every Friday @ 10:00 am |
Summer Reading Program
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Grades 1-3 Mondays @ 2:00 pm, Tuesdays @ 10:00 am, or Tuesdays @ 2:00 pm |
Grades 4-8 Thursdays @ 10:00 am |
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Read On Your Own Grades 1-8 Visit the Library once a week |
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Volunteers
Teens and youth ages 12 to 18
Read Teen Volunteer Guidelines and Duties
New "Tween the Pages" youth book club
The book club is now full but the library is taking names for a waiting list. Just call (826-3712) or email to add your name to the list.
Book lovers in grades 3 - 6 are invited to join a new book club called "Tween the Pages". There are currently two groups that meet either the first Tuesday or Wednesday of each month at 3:30 pm. We will meet to discuss books like: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate Dicamillo, Granny Torrelli Makes Soup by Sharon Creech, and Everything on a Waffle by Polly Horvath and many other entertaining, delightful and engaging books. Books will be provided for all participants and each session will last for approximately one hour. A light snack will be provided and the program will feature crafts and various other activities. You must be registered to participate and you can register by calling the library at (270) 826-3712.
Preschool Story Hour
The Children's Department has many programs for children ranging in age from infancy through the early teen years. Preschool programs are held year-round and are for children ages 15 months through 5 years. The Summer Reading Program is held annually for children entering 1st through 8th grades. Other seasonal and special programs are held throughout the year for children of all ages.
Accelerated Reader Search
The Library maintains links to the websites of the Henderson County public schools that provide access to their Accelerated Reader book lists. The Library also includes a link to Holy Name's AR list. You may browse the school's AR list, then search the Library's online catalog from one simple screen. Use the catalog to request books that you would like to check out and the Library will contact you when they are available. AR lists are also available for searching at the Library.
Cool School Tools
The Library provides access to many wonderful resources for children and students who need help with homework or school projects. These resources are available from home to anyone with a valid library card. They are also available in the Children's Department Computer Lab. For a complete listing of all online resources, please visit the Research Center.
Homework Help
Live Homework Help®
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Magazine/Journal Articles
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Current Events
Find up-to-date news from around the world at Facts on File World News Digest. Delve into history and learn about key current events through the years since 1940. Other features include biographies, maps, photographs, historic documents, information about world leaders and U.S. government officials, and listings of key government officials from every country in the world. Read more...
Encyclopedia
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Learn a Language
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