Allentown Public Library

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Book Sale - August 24th, 10am - 7pm - August 26th, 10am - 3pm

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1 Events on August 1, 2017 Build with a Bear Starts: 4:30 pm Ends: August 1, 2017 - 5:30 pm Description: Library Bear is back for Summer 2017! Take a break from the summer heat, dry off your swimsuit, and dip into some creative time at the library. Each week will feature a different building challenge. For children ages 8-13. More details...

2 Events on August 2, 2017 "Build a Better Story" Storytelling Workshop Starts: 6:00 pm Ends: August 2, 2017 - 7:15 pm Description: Be a star! Wow your friends! Learn to tell funny, scary, and exciting stories. Best for ages 7 and up (younger children may attend if a parent takes part with them). Reservation requested but not required. June 28- Build a Story July 5- Fairies, Wizards, and Wands July 12- Heroes, Villains, and Quests July 19- Tall Tales July 26- Spooky Tales August 2- Showcase Performance More details...

3 Events on August 3, 2017 Summer Science Series Starts: 2:30 pm Ends: August 3, 2017 - 3:30 pm Description: Thinking like a scientist can help build a better world! Bring your child to the library to introduce them to simple science and engineering concepts. Discover great books too! For children entering grades K-3. More details...

4 Events on August 4, 2017 Beauty and the Beast Performance Starts: 10:30 am Ends: August 4, 2017 - 11:30 am Description: Friday, August 4, 2017 at 10:30 AM. Classic tale presented by the Hampstead Stage Company, one of the nation's largest educational touring companies. Performance is followed by a question and answer session and a character creating workshop. For All Ages. More details... Knitting Club Starts: 3:00 pm Ends: August 4, 2017 - 4:00 pm Description: Learn very basic knitting like the garter stitch! Hone your new skills and knit a square for a blanket to be donated to someone in need. No prior experience necessary! Library will provide supplies. For grades 7th-12th. More details...

5 Events on August 5, 2017 Build It Bonanza Starts: 10:00 am Ends: August 5, 2017 - 2:00 pm Description: Every Saturday the library will feature different building materials for children to explore in a "free build" environment. For children ages 4+ (we always feature building materials for children 3 and under in our "Family Place" area). No registration, just drop in! More details...

7 Events on August 7, 2017 Monday Morning Outdoor Family Storytime Starts: 10:30 am Ends: August 7, 2017 - 11:15 am Description: Family story time on the front lawn! Bring your blanket for stories, songs, and fun for the whole family. Beginning June 26, enjoy fruits and vegetables provided by the Allentown Health Bureau's fruit cart. All Ages. No registration. Mondays, June 19th and July 17th will feature therapy dogs for children to practice their reading skills. *In case of bad weather, program will be held in the community room. More details...

10 Events on August 10, 2017 "A Better World Naturally" by Eyes of the Wild Starts: 6:00 pm Ends: August 10, 2017 - 7:00 pm Description: Join Eyes of the Wild and their amazing rescue animals for a discussion about a future that can and should include the beautiful creatures and habitats we share this world with. Meet live animals! For All Ages. More details...

11 Events on August 11, 2017 Books and Bagels Starts: 10:30 am Ends: August 11, 2017 - 11:30 am Description: Outdoor family story time program designed for early-elementary children but everyone is welcome! Children will be provided a bagel and drink prior to story. Bring along a blanket or towel to sit on, program will move indoors if it rains. No registration required. More details... Knitting Club Starts: 3:00 pm Ends: August 11, 2017 - 4:00 pm Description: Learn very basic knitting like the garter stitch! Hone your new skills and knit a square for a blanket to be donated to someone in need. No prior experience necessary! Library will provide supplies. For grades 7th-12th. More details...

12 Events on August 12, 2017 Summer Reading Program Ends Starts: 12:00 am Ends: August 13, 2017 - 12:00 am Description: Hand in your activity logs today! Last day to come to the library and earn prizes and raffle tickets. Last raffle will be held on August 14, 2017. Winners will be noticed by library staff. More details... Build It Bonanza Starts: 10:00 am Ends: August 12, 2017 - 2:00 pm Description: Every Saturday the library will feature different building materials for children to explore in a "free build" environment. For children ages 4+ (we always feature building materials for children 3 and under in our "Family Place" area). No registration, just drop in! More details...

21 Events on August 21, 2017 Allentown Public Library Board Meeting Starts: 12:00 pm Ends: August 21, 2017 - 1:00 pm More details...