April 2014 Library News

The library is closed April 18 and April 20.

Story Time with Ms. Denise - Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Spring fever is contagious at this time of year. share your excitement with Ms. Denise at library story time!  Mornings are for babies and toddlers, afternoons are for preschoolers, and both programs follow these fun themes:

• April 2 - Rainy Days
• April 9 - Farm Stories
• April 16 - Bunnies
• April 23 - Earth Day
• April 30 - Clouds and Rainbows

Knit and Crochet Club - Every Tuesday at 6 p.m.

For all ages and experience levels, Knit and Crochet Club meets every Tuesday.  Bring your own project to work on, share your expertise, and learn from others.

Crafty Lil' Buggies - Tuesday, April 1 from 1-3 p.m.

the weather's warming up and our buggy friends will soon be out in droves. Give your imagination wings and join us to create some cool insect-inspired works of art.

Stuffed Animal Story Time - Tuesday, April 1 at 6 p.m.

Put on your pajamas grab a stuffed pal, and join us for a very special evening story time. After story time is through, your stuffed friend is welcome to spend the night here at the library. Who knows what sort of mischief our toys will get into when they're alone? Maybe you'll find out when you come pick them up the next day . . .

Boards Games & Snacks - Wednesday, April 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Join us for tasty treats and board game fun for the entire family!

Sandra Boynton Party - Thursday, April 3 at 3 p.m.

Stomp your feet, clap your hands . . . Let's celebrate the fantastic Sandra Boynton with stories, games, crafts, and food! Fun times will be had by all!

Pizza and a Movie: Despicable Me 2  (PG) - Friday, April 4 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.  Registration Required.

Gru is recruited by the Anti-Villain League to help deal with a powerful new super criminal. Prepare for an all-new comedy adventure featuring the return of former super-villain Gru, his adorable girls, the unpredictably hilarious Minions, and a host of new and outrageously funny characters.

Tail Waggin' Tutors with Divot - Saturday, April 5 at 10 a.m. 

Yes, dog lovers, Divot is coming back to hear more stories! Make an appointment to spend time reading with him the first Saturday of each month. Stop by the Children's Desk or call 262-728-3111, ext. 117 to reserve your time slot!

LEGO Club - Monday, April 7 at 4:30 p.m.

Give our LEGO blocks a workout building anything from a dinosaur to a spaceship. Work in teams or individually, give your creation a name, then see it displayed in the Children's Library.

Origami Art (Tweens/Teens) - Thursday, April 10 at 6 p.m.

Come experiment with origami at this free-form, hands-on craft program. Last time we had an origami craft night, someone made ORIGAMI MUSTACHES.  How COOL is that?!

Wiry Bead Bugs - Sunday, April 13 at 1:30 p.m.

Help yourself to our supply of beads, pipe cleaners, wire and other select craft materials to design your own insect-themed piece of art.

Library Board Meeting - Monday, April 14 at 4 p.m.

Funny Bunny Story Time & Craft Extravaganza - Monday, April 21 at 11 a.m.

If you're hoppy and you know it, then bring your little cottontail over the this super fun, super bouncy story time! We'll read some books, play a game, make a craft, and have some wiggly, giggly fun!

Aram Book Club: Lost in Shangri-La - Thursday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m.

Award-winning former Boston Globe reporter Mitchell Zuckoff chronicles the untold story of an extraordinary World War Ii rescue mission in which a plane crash in the South Pacific plunged a trio of U.S. military personnel into the jungle-clad land of New Guinea.

Jewelry Class: Tornado Beads - Saturday, April 26 at 1 p.m.    Registration Required

Get caught up in a whirlwind of color as this months' jewelry class tackles tornado beads. All materials will be provided.

Book Boogie - Monday, April 28 at 11 a.m.

Words and wiggles go together like peanut butter and jelly in this special monthly story time for babies and toddlers (and their grown-ups, of course). Read, dance, repeat!

Guilty Pleasures Book Club: Bad Luck and Trouble - Monday, April 28 at 6 p.m.

When a man is killed by being thrown from a helicopter high over the California desert, Jack Reacher discovers that someone is targeting his old friends and teammates and he launches a personal campaign to end the conspiracy.

Friends' News and Views

Is it Spring yet? The calendar tells us it is! Let's hope April fulfills its promise by being a month of awakening, renewal and rebirth!

On a more practical note, if you're inspired to do a little spring cleaning or clutter control, please remember that we welcome all your gently used books, movies, music, and games for our annual summer book sale. As in past years, our date is set for Saturday, August 9, but this year it will take place the weekend before Delavan Daze and Heritage Fest. Mark your calendar and join us for the big day!

If you have books or other items in bags or boxes ready to donate and need help getting them to the library or unloading them at the door, please let us know! You can leave a note for us at the Adult Services desk or contact us directly at friends@aramlibrary.org   Someone from the Friends will be in touch to schedule a pick-up or drop-off date and time. A special thanks to all of you who continue to share your donations with us.

Happy Easter!  Happy Spring!  Hope to see you at the library!