Abington Township Public Library, 1030 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001, 215-885-5180, Roslyn Branch, 2412 Avondale Avenue, Roslyn, PA 19001, 215-886-9818

Abington Township Public Library
1030 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001, 215-885-5180

Roslyn Branch Library
2412 Avondale Avenue, Roslyn, PA 19001, 215-886-9818

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PAWS, CLAWS, SCALES, and TALES - SUMMER READING CLUB

Roslyn Branch Library
Summer Reading
Program 2006

Welcome to our Summer Reading Club!

Children of ALL ages may participate by reading independently, reading with others, or being read to by a friend or family member. Children read for at least 20 minutes a day and record the titles in a log.

Bring your children in to register starting June 15. (Those who have signed up through school do not have to re-register). Each child will receive a reading log, a coupon for a free Rita’s water ice, and a place on our recognition wall.

Children will receive a free sticker or stamp at the library for every book read. Books on tape/CD, graphic novels and magazines also count toward summer reading.

Reading logs may be turned in to Abington Free Library or Roslyn Branch Library any time between August 14 and September 9. Every child who turns in a log will receive a free book.

The first 25 children to bring in a reading log (from school) or register for Summer Reading Club in the library, and check out at least 5 books, will receive a free t-shirt! If you check out 10 books or more you can fill out a raffle ticket to win a $25.00 gift certificate to George's Dreshertown Shop N Bag! You may enter as often as you like. Drawing will be held in September.

The library is open Monday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday & Friday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The library is closed Wednesdays and Sundays.

All library programs are FREE.

Reading is a priceless, lifelong gift. Help your children maintain the skills they’ve mastered this school year by encouraging them to join our Summer Reading Club.



Special thanks to the following businesses who have generously donated incentives to encourage the children of our community to read: George’s Dreshertown Shop N Bag, Rita’s Water Ice, Burger King and Genuardi’s Family Markets.

Also, a big thank you to the parents in our community who have supported Roslyn Library by donating prizes, bringing their children to our programs, and checking out books.

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HOP IN FOR SUMMER FUN!

PRESCHOOL FUN DAYS
Stories, songs and crafts
Thursdays for ages 2-3, 11:00-11:30 OR
Tuesdays for ages 3-6, 11:00-11:30
July 6, 11 - SOMETHING FISHY
July 13, 18 - BACKYARD BUGS
July 20, 25 - PUPPY PALS
July 27, Aug 1 - FUN AT THE FARM
Aug 3, 8 - PIG PIZZAZZ
Aug 10, 15 - FEATHERED FRIENDS
Registration begins June 26.

PAJAMA PARTIES FOR AGES 3-6
On Monday evenings from 6:30-7:00 p.m.
June 5 and 12
Registration begins April 24th.
STORIES, SONGS, FINGERPLAYS, CRAFTS
Children are invited to wear their pajamas and bring a stuffed animal to cuddle.

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Children ages 5 and up can play the
PAWS, CLAWS SCALES AND TALES GAME
Earn coupons which you can trade for prizes from our treasure chest. You can participate at any time.

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BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS
Fridays, 12:15-1:15 p.m.
For children entering 2nd or 3rd grade
July 7 - JAKE DRAKE, BULLY BUSTER
by Andrew Clements. Regis. & book pickup June 19.
July 21 - HORRIBLE HARRY MOVES UP TO THIRD GRADE
by Suzy Kline. Regis. & book pickup July 3.

For children entering 2nd, 3rd or 4th grade
July 14 - HARRY KITTEN AND TUCKER MOUSE
by George Selden. Regis. & book pickup June 26.

BRING LUNCH & A BEVERAGE.
DESSERT WILL BE PROVIDED.

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IF YOU GIVE A MOUSE A COOKIE
Barnes & Noble Bookseller is sponsoring a special event on Friday, August 25 at 2 p.m. for children ages 3 and up. A costumed character and special reader will delight youngsters with the book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Joffe Numeroff.
Bring your camera!
Registration begins August 7.

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ROSLYN READS

The Roslyn Branch is offering a fun program where beginner readers in Kindergarten through entering third grade will be matched with a young adult (age 12-17) to listen to stories and practice reading aloud. The young adults will be volunteering as part of a service learning experience. They will receive training on read-aloud and listening techniques.

Program dates: June 26 – August 14, 2006
Monday afternoons from 1:30-2:30 p.m. OR Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Registration begins May 30.

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FAMILY FUN DAYS FOR AGES 3 AND UP Six Fridays, 11:00 a.m. (Shows run 45-60 minutes) July 14th Bike Safety Program starts 10 a.m. top of page ... details

JULY 7 ANIMAL MENAGERIE Explore the world of animals with singer-entertainer Allison DeSalvo. Registration begins Monday, June 26.		JULY 14 - Two Separate Programs BIKE SAFETY with Pat Fallon (Mont. Co. Health Dept.) Play Bike Jeopardy. Enter a raffle. Someone will go home with a new bike helmet! FURRY FABLES Let storyteller Kristin Pedemonti guide you “Around the World with Animal Folktales.” Registration begins Monday, July 3.
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JULY 21 BASIC PET CARE Kimberly Bonnani, humane educator from the Montgomery County SPCA, will teach you about basic pet care with a live dog, cat and bunny! Registration begins Monday, July 10.		JULY 28 REPTILE RAMBLINGS Like reptiles? You’ll love James Galloway’s skinks and snakes. Touch the animals after the show. Registration begins Monday, July 17.
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AUGUST 4 ANIMAL MAGIC Ventriloquist-magician Linda Holliday’s tricks will keep you guessing! Registration begins Monday, July 24.		AUGUST 11 MAGIC TREE HOUSE (BOOKS 1-3) Favorite performer Mr. Malcolm brings three “Jack and Annie” stories to life. Registration begins Monday, July 31.

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