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Central Rappahannock Regional Library

July 14, 2004 1:09 am

372-1144

Toddler Time: Stories, songs and finger plays. For 2- and 3-year-olds with a caregiver. 9:30-10 a.m. Sign up.

I'm Tellin': Have fun making tellable tales come dramatically alive: folktales from around the world about tricksters and heroes. Grades four to six. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Sign up.

Lunchtime Matinee: Watch your favorite picture books come to life on the screen while enjoying your lunch. Drinks provided. For families. Noon to 1 p.m.

Helping Dogs: Charlotte, the therapy dog, will be our special guest as we salute man's best friend. Grades kindergarten to six. 2-2:45 p.m. Sign up.

DIY Preschool Time: While older siblings are at their program, come make a simple craft with your child. 2-2:30 p.m.

RAD: Self-defense techniques for girls and women. Seventh grade to adult. 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Teen Internet Arcade: The Gates Lab is reserved for teens only. Play computer games and visit with one another in a "rules relaxed" environment. Grades seven to 12. 2-3 p.m.

Preschool Time: Stories, songs, and finger plays for 4- and 5-year-olds and story-time-experienced 3-year-olds. 10:30-11 a.m. Sign up.

Book Bunch: Join other fourth- to sixth-graders to talk about your favorite books. Drinks and snacks provided. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Sign up.

Alphabet Soup: Drop-in story time for families and day-care groups. Join us for stories, songs and fun. For 2- to 5-year-olds. 10:30-11 a.m.

I'm Tellin': Have fun making tellable tales come dramatically alive: folktales from around the world about tricksters and heroes. Grades four to six. 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sign up.

I'm Tellin' a Story for You: A workshop performance. Come enjoy the storytelling talents of local kids as they bring great folktales to life. For school-age children and adults. Refreshments will be served. 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Belly Dance by Anthea: A basic introduction to the ancient art of belly dancing, followed by a chance for you to try it yourself. For grades seven through adult. Noon-12:45 p.m.

Mother Goose: Join us twice a month for a lap-sit program of rhymes, songs and activities for babies and toddlers under 2 and their caregivers. 9:30-10 a.m. or 10:30-11 a.m.

Internet Basics II: Learn to find information on the Web using search engines. 7-9 p.m. Sign up.

Anime Expo: Are you an animaniac? Get together with other young adult enthusiasts to check out some Japanese anime, manga and other graphic novels. 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Mother Goose: Join us twice a month for a lap-sit program of rhymes, songs and activities for babies and toddlers under 2 and their caregivers. 9:30-10 a.m. or 10:30-11 a.m.

Monday Night Music on the Steps--Company Store Band: Come hear the library music program everyone is talking about. Every Monday through August, musicians will entertain you on the steps of the library. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic dinners. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in the theater. 7-8 p.m.

Microsoft PowerPoint: Present your speeches in a dynamic format. Learn how to incorporate sound effects and art in your presentation. 10 a.m. to noon.

Make Your Own Musical Instrument: From castanets to thumb pianos, using everything from buttons to boxes. Grades kindergarten to three. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Sign up.

DIY Preschool Time: While older siblings are at their program, come make a simple craft with your child. 2:30-3:15 p.m.

Toddler Time: Stories, songs and finger plays. For 2- and 3-year-olds with a caregiver. 9:30-10 or 10:30-11. Sign up.

Evening Adventures--Kids in Space: Rockets, Martians, and bunnies?? Bring the whole family for an evening of stories and fun! 7-7:30 p.m. Sign up.

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Bridge Club: Experienced players welcome. 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Personal Internet Training for Seniors @ the Library: Learn to navigate the Web and set up an e-mail account with our experts during a 30-minute hands-on session. 9-9:30 a.m. Sign up.

Meltdown: Recycle those old vinyl albums and turn them into snack bowls, planters and funky art. Bring your own record or get one from us. All other supplies provided. For teens, grades seven to 12. 2-3 p.m.

Knitting School: Learn how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off in this two-part workshop. For beginners. All supplies provided. For teens, grades seven to 12. 4-5:30 p.m. Sign up.

Kiddie Krafts--Hats on Parade! Join us at the library for hat stories and make a really cool hat to wear home. For children ages 3 to rising kindergartners. 10-10:30 a.m. or 11-11:30 a.m. Sign up.

Me and My Family! Listen to stories all about families and create a family tree to take home. For rising first- to third-graders. 2-2:45 p.m. Sign up.

Alphabet Soup: A rollicking blend of stories, songs and finger plays for children 5 and younger with an adult. 10-10:30 a.m., 11-11:30 a.m.

Be a Family Detective: Who Lives in Your Family Tree? Explore cool ways to find out about your ancestors and create a keepsake album to store family memories and more. For rising fourth- to sixth-graders. 2-2:45 p.m. Sign up.

Belly Dance by Anthea: A basic introduction to the ancient art of belly dancing followed by a chance for you to try it yourself. For grades seven to adult. 7-7:45 p.m. Sign up.

Book Buddies: Listen to the chosen book and participate in activities and crafts. For children ages 5 to 8. 1:30-2:15 p.m. Sign up.

Book Bunch: Lively book discussion group for ages 9 to 12. Bring your favorite books to share while enjoying a snack. 1:30-2:15 p.m. Sign up.

Mother Goose: Join us for simple rhymes and stories just right for your little ones. For ages 2 and younger, 10:30-11 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-noon. Sign up.

INKslinger: A writers' group for teens. Grades seven to 12. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sign up.

Tuesday Matinee: Come to the library and see some of our favorite feature films. Meets every Tuesday in July. For children up to age 12. 1:30-3:30 p.m.

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ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes: Every Wednesday, 9 a.m.-noon.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Every Thursday morning, 9 to 11 a.m.

Toddler Time: Join in the fun of stories, songs, finger plays and crafts for 2- and 3-year-olds with a caregiver. 10-10:30 a.m. Sign up.

ESOL Classes: Every Friday, 9 a.m.-noon.

A Course in Miracles: Learn about this unique study which teaches how to live in balance and achieve peace with others. Meets every Saturday. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Alphabet Soup: Good books are full of surprises and fun. Come share the joy. For children ages 3-5. Day-care groups at 10 a.m.; families at 11 a.m. No sign-up needed.

Personal Internet Training: For adults, meets every Tuesday. 2-4 p.m. Sign up.

Steppin' in Space: Explore space adventures in and beyond our world. Grades one to five. 4-5 p.m. Sign up.