Art Exhibit for all ages
July

Visit the library and browse an exhibit of work by local artist, Talitha Greene.

No registration required.

Stream Exploring for ages 6 to 9
Tuesday, July 8 at 10:30 a.m.

We will meet at Magee Park (off Little Sugarcreek Road) to explore the Little Sugar Creek and see what kinds of insects live in an aquatic habitat. Don't forget water shoes.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date. Call 352-4004.

Crazy Craft Day for grades 1-5
Tuesday, July 8 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Make beautiful crafts to decorate your room, or yourself!

No registration required.

Talk It Up! Book Discussion Group for grades 3-5
Tuesdays, June 17, July 8, 29 at 1 p.m.

June 17-Time Warp Trio series
July 8-World According to Humphrey
July 29-Because of Winn Dixie
Refreshments provided by Panera on June 17

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Basic Computer Skills for ages 18 and up
Tuesday, July 8, 2 p.m.

Those with little or no computer experience can learn the basics about computers, the keyboard and the mouse.

No registration required.

Easy & Amazing Origami with Jonathan Heart for ages 12 to 18
Tuesday, July 8 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Make mind-boggling multi-piece paper creations with an origami master, no matter what your skill level is.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 1331

Anime Club for ages 12 to 18
Tuesdays, June 10, July 8, and August 12 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Hang out with your friends, watch anime episodes, and preview clips of upcoming releases.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date. Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Adult Computer Lab for ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 at 9:30 a.m.

Practice your computer skills and build confidence.  Staff members will be available to provide one-on-one assistance.

No registration required.

Preschool Story Times for ages 3 1/2 to 6
Wednesdays, June 18, 25 and July 2, 9, and 16 at 10 a.m.

Join the fun and learn, too, with stories, fingerplays, songs, and more.

No registration required.

Toddler Story Time for ages 2 to 3 with a parent
Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18 and July 2, 9, 16 at 10 and 11 a.m.

Fun stories and activities for our young children.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4004

Breakfast and a Movie for all ages
Wednesday, July 9 at 10:30 a.m.

Enjoy a buggy movie and a snack.

No registration required.

Preschool Story Time for ages 3 to 5 with an adult
Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23 and August 6, 13 at 10:30 a.m.

Your preschooler will enjoy stories, puppetry, singing, dancing and other activities.  Refreshments provided by Panera on July 16.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Toddler Story Time for ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver
Wednesdays, July 9-23 from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Fun stories, finger plays and songs to entertain your toddler.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Toddler Story Time for ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver
Wednesdays, July 9-23 from 11:30 a.m. to noon

Fun stories, finger plays and songs to entertain your toddler.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001

Preschool Story Time for ages 3 to 6
Wednesdays, July 9-23 from 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Fun stories, finger plays and songs to entertain your preschooler.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Greene County Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wednesday, July 9 at 2 p.m.

The Board of Trustees of the Greene County Public Library system will hold a regular meeting at the Jamestown Community Library. The Library Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month, except during the month of August when there is no meeting.

Open to the public.

Origami Meets the Price is Right with Jonathan Heart for ages 5 to 11
Wednesday, July 9 at 7 p.m.

Part art lesson, part game show, and all fun with master of origami Jonathan Heart.

No registration required.

Buggy About Books for Families
Wednesday, July 9 at 7 p.m.

Jim Kleefeld will present an insect magic show.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4004

Pajama Story Time: Bugs at Night for Families with Children ages 3 and up
Wednesday, July 9 at 7 p.m.

Wear your pajamas and come hear stories, sing songs and learn about nighttime bugs.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting for ages 12 to 18
Thursdays, June 12 and July 10 at 6 p.m.

Help the library select teen programs for the coming month.

No registration required.

Baby Story Time for ages 6-24 months with an adult
Thursday, July 10, 17, 24 at 10:30 a.m.

Delight and stimulate your baby's senses with books, music, and movement activities.

Registration is required and begins two weeks prior to the program date. Call 878-9383 ext. 4 

Lunch Bugs! for grades 4-6
Thursdays, June 12-July 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Bring your own bug lunch . . . er, bag lunch!  Choose a great book to read each week and talk about it at the next meeting.  Food, fun and friends at the library!

No registration required.

Buggy About Books for Ages 4 and up
Thursday, July 10 at 1 p.m.

Magician Jim Kleefeld presents lots of magic with insects.  Location: Peace Lutheran Church.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Dress and Culture of India for ages 11 to 18
Thursday, July 10, 3:30 p.m.

Eye-catching clothes and henna designs will teach us about the culture of India.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4.

Hawaiian Luau for ages 12 to 18
Thursday, July 10 at 6:30 p.m.

Games and music with a Hawaiian theme.

No registration required.

Preschool Story Time for ages 3 to 6
Fridays, July 11-25 at 10:30 a.m.

July 11: Bean Bugs-A toss and giggle program.
July 18: Buzz! Flutter! Blink! Dance with your honeybee!
July 25: I Know an Old Librarian Who Swallowed a Fly!

No registration required.

Weave like a Spider for ages 5 to 11
Friday, July 11 at 1 p.m.

Join us to weave a paper picture.  We'll provide the paper, and you provide the imagination.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4000 ext. 1331

The Good, The Bad, and the Bugly for grades 1-5
Fridays, June 13, 27, July 11, 25 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Join is wacky games, crafts, and worm races for a fun look at creepy-crawlies.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Movies, Movies, Movies! for grades 7 through 12
Fridays, June 13 and July 11 at 8 p.m.

View a great film in the Library's main screening room while enjoying free popcorn and drinks.

No registration required.

PAWS to Read for ages 5 to 11
Saturdays, June 21 and July 12 from 10 a.m. to noon

Come read to dogs from the Miami Valley Pet Therapy Association.  Attend in both June and July, and you'll earn a doggie bag of treats.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4000 ext. 1331

Soapmaking for ages 18 and up
Saturday, July 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Ever wondered how soap is made?  Margaret Neff, local soapmaker and owner of Nature's Touch Soaps, will guide you through the process, from start to finish.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4006

Saturday Story Time for Ages 3 to 6
Saturday, July 12 at 11 a.m.

Stories about night time bugs will be presented.

No registration required.

Don't Judge a Bug by its Cover for ages 3 to 11
Saturday, July 12 at 1 p.m. and Tuesday, July 22 at 4 p.m.

Lea Craine's unique comedy magic show combines art, storytelling, and bugs!

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date. Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Beginning Scrapbooking for Ages 18 and up
Saturday, July 12 at 1 p.m.

Instructor Kim Hildebrand will walk students through making a scrapbook page.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001.

One-on-One Adult Computer Training for adults

Sign up for individual computer training.

Registration is required.  Call 352-4004.

Where In the World Are You Reading? for adults
June through August

Drop us a card and tell us about where you are reading this summer to enter a drawing for a prize.

No registration required.

Build-A-Bug Contest for all ages
June 16 through July 19

Individual children, groups or families with children can build a bug using recycled household items.  Entries must be brought to the Beavercreek Library by July 12.  Winners announced on July 26 with pick up of insects by August 2.

Pajama Story Time for grades Preschool to 1st Grade
Mondays, June 23 and July 14, 28 at 7 p.m.

Come in your PJs and enjoy stories and crafts.

No registration required.

PJ Story Time for ages 3 to 8 with an adult
Mondays, June 9, 23, July 14, 28, and August 11 at 7 p.m.

Wear your pajamas and furry slippers and bring your favorite stuffed animal to the library to hear some wild and exciting stories with fun songs and activities.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Art Exhibit for all ages
July

Visit the library and browse an exhibit of work by local artist, Talitha Greene.

No registration required.

Move & Groove with YSKP with grades 1-5
Tuesday, July 15 from 10:30 to 11:20 a.m.

Yellow Springs Kids Playhouse presents this exciting theater workshop.  Find out what happens when book characters come to life in your mind, and in your body.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4003.

Brown Bag Lunch Bag for ages 10-16
Tuesdays, June 17 and July 15 at 12:30 p.m.

You bring your lunch and we'll provide dessert.  We'll talk books, movies and what we like and don't like.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4004.

Introduction to the Internet for ages 18 and up
Tuesday, July 15, 2 p.m.

Those who are comfortable with the keyboard functions and the mouse can learn the basics about the Internet-what it is and how to use it.

No registration required.

From  Trash to Treasure Crafts for Teens ages 12 to 18
Tuesday, July 15 from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Turn trash including scrap paper into beautiful crafts.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4000 ext. 1331

Pinata Club for grades 2-5
Tuesdays, June 3, 17, July 1, 15, and August 5, 19 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Come to a fiesta and learn to sing and play games in Spanish! Refreshments provided by Panera on June 17.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Money Management for ages 18 and up
Tuesday, July 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Learn some ways to get out of debt with Ken Binzer, a consumer credit counselor.

Regsitration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date. Call 878-9383.

How to Get Started with Bees for ages 18 and up
Tuesday, July 15 at 7 p.m.

Longtime area beekeeper Bob Ray shares his wealth of knowledge about bees and beekeeping.

No registration required.

Adult Computer Lab for ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 at 9:30 a.m.

Practice your computer skills and build confidence.  Staff members will be available to provide one-on-one assistance.

No registration required.

Toddler Story Time for ages 2 to 3 with a parent
Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18 and July 2, 9, 16 at 10 and 11 a.m.

Fun stories and activities for our young children.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4004

Preschool Story Times for ages 3 1/2 to 6
Wednesdays, June 18, 25 and July 2, 9, and 16 at 10 a.m.

Join the fun and learn, too, with stories, fingerplays, songs, and more.

No registration required.

WOW That Bug just talked to me! for all ages
Wednesday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m.

Remy will have your eyes bugging out whether you have six legs, eight legs or just two legs.

No registration required.

Toddler Story Time for ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver
Wednesdays, July 9-23 from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Fun stories, finger plays and songs to entertain your toddler.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Preschool Story Time for ages 3 to 5 with an adult
Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23 and August 6, 13 at 10:30 a.m.

Your preschooler will enjoy stories, puppetry, singing, dancing and other activities.  Refreshments provided by Panera on July 16.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Toddler Story Time for ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver
Wednesdays, July 9-23 from 11:30 a.m. to noon

Fun stories, finger plays and songs to entertain your toddler.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001

Preschool Story Time for ages 3 to 6
Wednesdays, July 9-23 from 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Fun stories, finger plays and songs to entertain your preschooler.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

WOW That Bug just talked to me! for all ages
Wednesday, July 16 at 1:30 p.m.

Remy will have your eyes bugging out whether you have six legs, eight legs or just two legs.

No registration required.

Read & Feed Book Club for ages 12 to 18
Wednesday, July 16 at 2 p.m.

Briefly discuss our current month's book, and then see it on our big screen while enjoying snacks. Call to get this month's title. Refreshments provided by Panera.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date. Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Fairborn Family Fun Movie
Wednesdays, June 18 and July 16 at 6 p.m.

Bring a blanket and enjoy snacks and a movie on our big screen.  Refreshments provided by Panera on July 16.

No registration required.

Turtle Lady and Friends for Families with Children Ages 3 and up
Wednesday, July 16 at 7 p.m.

Find out all about turtles and what bugs they like.  Location: Library.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Family Movie Night for Families
Wednesday, July 16 from 7 to 8:45 p.m.

Bring pillows, eat popcorn, and settle in for a relaxing evening of family fun.  Call the library for details about selected film.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4003

Baby Story Time for ages 6-24 months with an adult
Thursday, July 10, 17, 24 at 10:30 a.m.

Delight and stimulate your baby's senses with books, music, and movement activities.

Registration is required and begins two weeks prior to the program date. Call 878-9383 ext. 4 

Origami Meets the Price Is Right for Families with Children 4 and Up
Thursday, July 17 at 1 p.m.

Origami artist, Jonathan Heart, will present his game show with lots of prizes.  Location: Peace Lutheran Church.

Regsitration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Crickets, Beetles and Flies Oh My! for ages 5 to 11
Thursday, July 17 at 1 p.m.

Meet real scientists from OSU and their live insects, and learn more about the creepy crawlies around us.

No registration required.

Scary Make-up 101 for ages 12 to 18
Thursday, July 17 at 2 p.m.

Learn how to transform your face from normal to something else.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Band Fest for ages 12 to 18
Thursday, July 17 at 7 p.m.

Come to the library for Band Fest, Jordy Stewart and his band, Green Means Go!, will have the library rockin!!!!

No registration required.

Preschool Story Time for ages 3 to 6
Fridays, July 11-25 at 10:30 a.m.

July 11: Bean Bugs-A toss and giggle program.
July 18: Buzz! Flutter! Blink! Dance with your honeybee!
July 25: I Know an Old Librarian Who Swallowed a Fly!

No registration required.

Canning for ages 18 and up
Friday, July 18 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Want to preserve the season's harvest?  Jean DeBrosse, from Greene County's OSU Extension, will teach you how.

No registration required.

Fairborn Family Fun Movie
Fridays, June 20 and July 18 at 2 p.m.

Bring a blanket and enjoy snacks and a movie on our big screen.

No registration required.

Friday Night at the Library! for grades 5 through 7
Fridays, June 20 and July 18 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Hang at the Library after hours for Guitar Hero and DDR action, additional PS2 and GameCube games are welcome, refreshments provided.

No registration required.

Pizza and a Movie for ages 12 to 18
Friday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m.

This is an after hours event to eat pizza and watch a crazy movie.  You will need a parental permission slip.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4004.

Insect Origami for Children Ages 6 to 11
Saturday, July 19 at 11 a.m.

Learn how to make paper insects with Jonathan Heart.  Location: Library

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Origami Lessons for ages 10 to 14
Saturday, July 19 at 1 p.m.

Origami master Jonathon Heart will teach basic skills.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Manga Mayhem for ages 12 to 18
Saturday, June 21 and July 19 at 1 p.m.

Learn the basics of drawing manga characters.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date. Call 878-9383 ext. 4

One-on-One Adult Computer Training for adults

Sign up for individual computer training.

Registration is required.  Call 352-4004.

Where In the World Are You Reading? for adults
June through August

Drop us a card and tell us about where you are reading this summer to enter a drawing for a prize.

No registration required.

Toddler Story Time for ages 2 to 3 with an adult
Mondays, July 7 and 21 at 10:30 a.m.

Your toddler will enjoy stories, finger-plays, singing, dancing and other activities.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting for ages 12 to 18
Mondays, June 9 & 23 and July 7 & 21 at 2 p.m.

Get involved with Library issues that affect teens, plan programs, and receive community service for attending meetings and programs.

No registration required.

Balloon Animal Workshop for ages 12 to 18
Monday, July 21 from 7 to 8 p.m.

Learn basic balloon twists to make your own balloon animals.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date. Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Art Exhibit for all ages
July

Visit the library and browse an exhibit of work by local artist, Talitha Greene.

No registration required.

The World Under our Feet for ages 3 to 5
Tuesday, July 22 at 10:30 a.m.

We will meet at Kehl Park (off Sonoma Court) to discover what lives right under our feet and count the bugs that make their home in the woods.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4004.

S-l-o-o-w-w-w D-o-o-w-w-n and listen for grades 1-5
Tuesday, July 22 from 10:30-11:15 a.m.

No muss, no fuss, just a lovely summer read-aloud.  Gather round and listen to an incredible story in this quiet, relaxing program.

No registration required.

Insect Investigators Book Buddies for Ages 9 to 12
Tuesdays, July 22 and 29 at 12:30 p.m.

July 22 Read The End of the Beginning by Avi and July 29 read an insect chapter book of  your choice.  Bring your lunch and talk about the books.  Books and an activity will be provided. Location: Library

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4

Teen Knitting Club for ages 12 to 18
Tuesday, June 24 and July 22 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Join the Teen Knitting Club; we will be making small and simple projects.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4006.

Search the Web for ages 18 and up
Tuesday, July 22, 2 p.m.

Learn how to search for and evaluate information on the World Wide Web.

No registration required.

Teen Disco Day for ages 12 to 18
Tuesday, July 22 from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Step back into the 70's with music, dance, games, and clothes.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4000 ext. 1331

Don't Judge a Bug by its Cover for ages 3 to 11
Saturday, July 12 at 1 p.m. and Tuesday, July 22 at 4 p.m.

Lea Craine's unique comedy magic show combines art, storytelling, and bugs!

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date. Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Food Preservation Program for Adults
Tuesday, July 22 at 6 p.m.

Learn how to preserve all your fruits and vegetables this summer.  This is a presentation from the OSU Extension Office.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4005.

Miyazaki Movie Night for ages 12-18
Tuesdays, June 24, July 22, and August 26 at 6:30 p.m.

Come see a film by the legendary anime creator Hayao Miyazaki.  Snacks and beverages provided.

No registration required.  

Miyazaki Movie Night for ages 12 to 18
Tuesday, July 22 at 6:30 p.m.

Come see a film by the legendary anime creator Hayao Miyazaki.  Snacks and beverages provided.

No registration required.

Buggy About Books with Magician Jim Kleefeld for all ages
Wednesday, July 23 at 7 p.m.

Come be amazed and amused by the antics of this fabulous magician.

No registration required.

Adult Computer Lab for ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 at 9:30 a.m.

Practice your computer skills and build confidence.  Staff members will be available to provide one-on-one assistance.

No registration required.

Preschool Story Time for ages 3 to 5 with an adult
Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23 and August 6, 13 at 10:30 a.m.

Your preschooler will enjoy stories, puppetry, singing, dancing and other activities.  Refreshments provided by Panera on July 16.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 878-9383 ext. 4

Toddler Story Time for ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver
Wednesdays, July 9-23 from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Fun stories, finger plays and songs to entertain your toddler.

Registration is required and begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  Call 352-4001 ext. 4