Sunday, July 31, 2011

This Week @ the Roswell Library

Check out a list of August programs on our Library Programs page.  You'll find everything from Baby Playtimes to Zumba, with Chess and LEGOs in between.  In other words, the Roswell Library is a happenin' place.

Monday, July 25, 2011

READing Paws August 6

Saturday, August 6.  11:00 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m.
Beginning readers, grades 1 and up

The Reading Paws program visits the Roswell Library to help children practice their reading skills in a warm and friendly environment.  These trained and certified therapy dogs love stories!  Reading sessions are held in the Story Time Room in the Children's Department and last 15 minutes.  Beginning readers, grades 1 and up, are welcome.  Reservations are required and may be made in person or over the phone by calling the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075.

Sunday, July 24, 2011

This Week @ the Roswell Library

Check out a complete list programs at the Roswell Library by visiting our Library Programs page.   Summer is beginning to wind down, even though the temps are hotter than ever.  This coming week is the last week for the regular story time programs;  they will resume in mid-September.  We'll post a list of fall programs soon.

Monday, July 18, 2011

One Week Until the Mystery Readers' Book Club

There's just one week left until this month's Mystery Readers' Book Club discussion.  If you need a copy of The Princess of Burundi by Kjell Eriksson to read before Tuesday, July 26, please call the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075 and staff will be gald to set aside a copy for you.  We will see you on the 26th at 6:30 p.m.

Book Drive!

The Friends of the Roswell Library need your books!  In addition to accepting donations at all times, the Friends are holding a special Book Drive from July 17 - July 30.  Support the Friends by donating your used books, CD’s, DVD’s, and current magazines.  These items will be sold in the bookstore and at the book sale on August 20.

The proceeds from book sales support the Roswell Library Summer Reading Programs - enjoyed by all ages - as well as other programs at the Roswell Library.   Did you know that the Friends purchase the cool bookmarks that are available at the Check-Out Desk? 

You may take your books to the bookstore during store operating hours (Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Sunday, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.; closed Monday) or leave them in the bins located in the lobby near the public restrooms.  All contributions are tax deductible.  This is recycling at its best!

Saturday, July 16, 2011

This Week @ the Roswell Library

Check out the list of great programs this week at the Roswell Library!  You'll find activities for all ages - from Bouncing Babies to Zumba and everything in between.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Infant Massage Class

Friday, July 22.  10:30 a.m.
Ages: infants not yet walking

Infant massage helps healthy growth and development.  Natasha C. Reaver, DC, CACCP, CNMT will lead this 90 minute class for mothers or fathers and their infants.  Bring 2 baby blankets OR mat, and 1 towel.  Limit: 8 mother/father and infant pairs.  Please, no older children.  Reservations begin July 15 and may be made in person or over the phone by calling the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075.

Julie Austin

Tuesday, July 21.  11:00 a.m.
Ages 3-8

Award winning singer/songwriter Julie Austin presents an interactive, toe-tapping, sing-along the little ones are sure to love.  Reservations begin July 14 and may be made in person or over the phone by calling the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075.

Book Drive: July 17 - July 30, 2011

What better way to recycle than to donate books to the library?   The Friends of the Roswell Library need your books!   Support the Friends by donating your used books, CD’s, DVD’s and current magazines.  These items will be sold in the bookstore and at the book sale on August 20.

The proceeds from book sales support the Roswell Library Summer Reading Programs - enjoyed by all ages! - as well as other programs at the Roswell Library.   Did you know that every child who completes the Summer Reading Program receives a free paperback book, courtesy of the Friends of the Roswell Library?   This is one of our most popular gifts to both the library and the community. 

You may take your books to the bookstore during store operating hours (Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.;  Sunday, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.;  closed Monday) or leave them in the bins located in the lobby near the public restrooms.   

All contributions are tax deductible.  This is recycling at its best!

Monday, July 11, 2011

One Week Until Noonday Nosh

Readers have just one week left to read this month's Noonday Nosh Book Club selection, Major Pettigrew's Last Stand by Helen Simonson.  If you need a copy to read before next week, just call the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075 and staff will be glad to set aside a copy for you.  We'll see you July 19 at 12:00 p.m.

Sunday, July 10, 2011

This Week @ the Roswell Library

Check out the list of great programs this week at the Roswell Library! 

Saturday, July 9, 2011

Wild Goose Chase Theater

Monday, July 18.  1:00 p.m.
Ages 5-10

Wild Goose Chase Theater will present a funny, daring, exciting show!   Reservations begin July 11 and may be made in person or over the phone by calling the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075.

Thursday, July 7, 2011

Improvised Survival: Getting From Nowhere to ... Somewhere!

Thursday, July 28.  1:00 p.m.
Ages 11 - 14

If you were stranded, could you find food, purify water, build a fire, navigate your way out, and work with your teammates along the way?  This hands-on workshop is loaded with tips and more.  Registration is required and spaces are limited.   Please call the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075 to register.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

READing Paws July 16

Saturday, July 16.  11:00 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m.
Beginning readers, grades 1 and up

The Reading Paws program visits the Roswell Library to help children practice their reading skills in a warm and friendly environment. These trained and certified therapy dogs love stories! Reading sessions are held in the Story Time Room in the Children's Department and last 15 minutes. Beginning readers, grades 1 and up, are welcome.  Reservations are required and may be made in person or over the phone by calling the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075.

Storyteller Carmen Deedy

Friday, July 15.   2:00 p.m.
Ages 6-10

The author of The Library Dragon and Martina the Beautiful Cockroach will delight you with stories from around the world.  You do not want to miss this world class storyteller!  Reservations begin July 8 and may be made in person or over the phone by calling the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075.

Toddler Dance Party!

Thursday, July 14.  10:30 a.m.
Ages 2-5

Put on your dancing shoes!  It’s time for a party!  We’ll be spinning some fun tunes just right for little ones. Reservations begin July 8 and may be made in person or over the phone by calling the Roswell Library at 770-640-3075.

Saturday, July 2, 2011

Summer Book Sale!

Get ready to restock your bookshelves!  Our summer book sale will be held in late August.  The preview sale for members (new members are welcome to join at the door) will be Friday, August 19, from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.   The regular book sale will be held Saturday, August 20, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the library's meeting room.

This Week @ the Roswell Library

The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System will be closed Monday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.   Regular hours resume Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.   Even though it's a holiday week, you'll find plenty of things to do at the Roswell Library.   Visit  http://www.forl.net/libraryprograms.html to see a complete list of programs, many of which are sponsored by the Friends of the Roswell Library.