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Labor Day to Memorial Day

Closed Holidays 2012

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Children's Programs

Special Activities!

February through April are Dragon Scales months! (all ages)

How long can we make our dragon? We have the head Dragonand tail of a dragon to put on the wall, but we need dragon scales! For every book that you read ask for a dragon scale, write the name of the book on the scale and let’s see if we can make the dragon stretch all the way around the Youth Department! The more books you read, the longer the dragon becomes.

March is Read to a Dog Month

Read to a Dog MonthTherapy dogs are trained to listen to you read! They love to hear stories. They don’t care how fast or how slowly you read; they are very patient listeners. You can read one of your books or one of the library books. The dogs like all kinds of stories.

Call the library to sign up for a 15 minute time slot.
[248-628-3034, ext. 216]

Dates and Times:
Tuesdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 4:30-6:45
Saturdays, March 10, 17, 24, 31, 1:30-3:45

Spring Break Week

Are you looking for something fun to do during spring break week? We have an exciting program for you.

Drummunity
Tuesday, April 3, 1:30 p.m.
Drum Program

A ”Drummunity” circle is a high energy, fun and empowering activity. Lori Fithian, drum circle facilitator and workshop leader, will bring her collection of hand drums and percussion toys so everyone can play a percussion instrument.
Ages 4 and up, no registration required.

Poem in Your Pocket Month

April is Poetry Month and the Youth Department will be participating in the library-wide program. Carry a poem in your pocket during the month of April, read it to a librarian in the Youth Department, and get entered into a raffle for a free magnetic poetry kit and poetry book. One entry per day, ages 6 to 11 yrs. Drawing will be held on April 30.

Book AwardsOxford’s Own Children’s Choice Book Award

For children in Kindergarten through 6th Grade

The Children’s Choice Book Award is the only national event where thousands of children vote for their favorite books each year. As part of Children’s Book Week, we will celebrate by voting for our favorites from the national list. Pick up your list to start voting on Saturday, April 28 in the Youth Department.
Return the list by May 9.

Join us for our own Awards Ceremony, storytelling and snacks on Thursday, May 10 at 7:00 p.m. You can register to attend the Awards Ceremony even if you didn’t get a chance to vote.

Registration for the Awards Ceremony begins on Saturday, April 21.

Mother’s Day Drop-In Craft Project
Saturday, May 12, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Drop in to the Youth Department to make a surprise craft gift for Mom, Grandma or any other special adult. Then have it gift wrapped to give to your special person. Teen volunteers will be available to help.
All ages.

Warm Up With a Good Book!
January and February, Ongoing Classes - All Classes are Free!

Registration is required and space is limited for these programs. You may register online, in person, or by phone. Registrations online and in person will be given first priority.

Registration began on October 29 for the November & December 2011 ongoing classes. Please call to see if there are any openings.

Bitty Bops Class
Ages 12 months - 23 months, with an adult lap.
Babies like stories and music too! Enjoy participating in movement songs, nursery rhymes and short stories with your baby. Please make other arrangements for siblings so this can be a special time for you and your baby.
Day Time Meets Register
Thursdays 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Jan. 26 through Feb. 23, 2012 Jan. 14


Toddler Time Class
Ages 24 months - 35 months, with an adult lap.
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and activities with your toddler. We want to make this a special time for you and your toddler so please make other arrangements for siblings.
Day Time Meets Register
Tuesdays 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Jan. 24 through Feb. 21, 2012 Jan. 14


Teddy Tales Class
Ages 36 months - 47 months, with an adult.
Children share stories, fingerplays, action rhymes, movement, songs, and a simple craft. We want to make this a special time for you and your 3 yr. old child so please make other arrangements for siblings.
Day Time Meets Register
Mondays 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Jan. 23 through Feb. 20, 2012 Jan. 14


Preschool Storytime Class
Ages 4-5, not yet in kindergarten
Listen to stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays & rhymes, and do a craft project. Children should be able to listen independently for this program. Parents will assist come in the last 15 minutes to help with the craft project.
Day Time Meets Register
Tuesdays 1:30 - 2:15 p.m. Jan. 24 through Feb. 21, 2012 Jan. 14


Lego® Club
Grades 3 - 5
Join other 3rd - 5th graders for the Lego Club each week. Each week you will have a different task to build something fun.
Day Time Meets Register
Mondays 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Jan. 23 through Feb. 20, 2012 Jan. 14


Grow with Good Books!
All classes are Free!
March and April Ongoing Classes

Bitty Bops Class
Registration begins Saturday, March 3.

(ages 12 months – 23 months, with an adult lap.)
Babies like stories and music too! Enjoy participating in movement songs, nursery rhymes and short stories with your baby. Please make other arrangements for siblings so this can be a special time for you and your baby.
Thursdays, 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
March 15 through April 12, 2012

Toddler Time Class
Registration begins Saturday, March 3.

(ages 24 months – 35 months, with an adult lap.)
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and activities with your toddler. We want to make this a special time for you and your toddler so please make other arrangements for siblings.
Tuesdays, 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
March 13 through April 10, 2012

Teddy Tales Class
Registration begins Saturday, March 3.

(ages 36 months – 47 months, with an adult.)
Children share stories, fingerplays, action rhymes, movement, songs, and a simple craft. We want to make this a special time for you and your 3 yr. old child so please make other arrangements for siblings.
Mondays, 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
March 12 through April 9, 2012

Preschool Storytime Class
Registration begins Saturday, March 3.

(ages 4 – 5, not in Kindergarten)
Listen to stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays & rhymes, and do a craft project. Children should be able to listen independently for this class. Parents will come in the last 15 minutes to help with the craft project.
Tuesdays, 1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
March 13 through April 10, 2012

Lego® Club
Registration begins Saturday, March 3.

(grades 3 – 5)
Join other 3rd – 5th graders for the Lego Club each week. Each week you will have a different task to build something fun.
Mondays, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
March 12 through April 9, 2012

Crafty Kids, Grades K-2

Join us once a month for stories and crafts. Crafty Kids
Registration required for each month. Register online, in person, or call 248-628-3034. Sign up for any or all classes.
Dates:
Tuesday, February 7, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
Wednesday, March 7, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.
Tuesday, April 3, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.

Wee Wednesdays, all ages

(Adult lap for children under 3)
Wee Wednesday storytimes are for all ages. This class is for those who cannot commit to a weekly class or those who were unable to register for another storytime. Children and caregivers will enjoy listening to stories and participating in songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Space is limited so please arrive on time.
Wednesdays, 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
March 14 through April 11, 2012
Drop-in class, no registration necessary.

Chess ClubChess Club

ages 7 and up, adults and teens welcome
Bring your own chess set or use one of our sets and start up a game with someone. Mr. Jeff Bliznik has again volunteered his time to help. Meet in the Youth Area.
Wednesdays: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
March 21, April 25, May 23, 2012
Drop-in class, no registration necessary

Registration is required and space is limited for these classes. You may register online, in person, or by phone. Registrations online and in person will be given first priority. www.oxford.lib.mi.us

A NOTE FOR PARENTS AND GUARDIANS Unattended children at closing time: Unattended children must be picked up at least 15 minutes before the library closes. If children are not picked up by closing time, the staff has been directed to contact the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department for assistance.

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