Summer Reading Program Event: Jeff Jones

Summer Reading Program: Jeff Jones, Magician, July 2nd, at 11 a.m., at the Washington Civic Center!

One event down, a whole summer of fun to go! Our turnout for the kick-off event was fantastic, and we hope just as many show up to enjoy the wonderful Jeff Jones. On July 2nd, at 11 a.m., at the Washington Civic Center, Jeff Jones will be performing his program "Make a Splash".

"Join Jeff Jones on a magical journey to the bottom of the ocean as he intrigues one and all with his magic show, "Make a Splash", which includes a live bunny, doves, and lots of audience interaction! The magic show will take you on a voyage to the bottom of the ocean, where we are on the search for "The Hidden City of Atlantis"."

For more information on the very talented Jeff Jones, stop by his website at http://magicnc.com.

Library Hours Changing!

New Hours

Effective Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

Brown Library operating hours will be as follows:

Monday thru Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Closed on Sundays

Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Event!

Summer Reading Program Kick-Off: Steve Somers, Amazing Teacher, June 25th, at 11 a.m., at the Washington Civic Center!

The kick-off event of the Summer Reading Program is finally here! Last week we had a huge turnout for the sign-ups, and we hope everyone who signed up will be able to make it! On June 25th, at 11 a.m., at the Washington Civic Center, Brown Library is pleased to announce that Steve Somers, Amazing Teacher, will be joining us to perfrom his program, "Set Sail!"

"Gear up for a high-seas adventure. Join Captain Steve and his friends as they take your kids on an amazing voyage in search of good character. Students will discover the importance of making wise choices while learning about values such as: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring and Citizenship."

For more information on Steve Somers, stop by his website at http://www.amazingteacher.com/ .

(image and quotation from http://www.amazingteacher.com.)

Eclipse Party Reminder, Poster Contest

Eclipse Party, Poster Contest Reminder!

It's a little under a week away until our Eclipse Premiere Party at Brown Library! Everyone is excited, and the sign up slots are almost full. We just wanted to post a little reminder to all of you participating in the poster contest - don't forget to turn in your posters by 7 p.m. on Friday, June 25th, 2010! You've only got a couple days left!

Remember, there are no restrictions on your posters! They can be any size, complicated, simple, or whatever you like, so long as they are themed with the "Twilight Saga". We're giving away some great prizes, and you definitely don't want to miss out.

Good luck to all the participants!

(image from http://twilightguide.com/tg/ - a fantastic Twilight fansite for the "Twihards" out there!)

Eclipse Premiere Party, June 29th!

Eclipse Premiere Party, June 29th, 2010, starting at 5 p.m.!

You've seen the countdown on the side of the blog for almost half a year now, and now it's finally here! On June 30th, the next Twilight Saga movie "Eclipse" premieres across the states. To celebrate, Brown Library is hosting another Twilight-themed party the night before the release! Come join us on June 29th, 2010, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. for all kinds of "Twihard" fun!

We will have a raffle, a trivia contest, a costume contest, and a poster contest - all for fabulous prizes! Not to mention snacks and tons of fun!

There is a limited seating, so you'll have to come by and register to participate. Only registered participants may attend the events! You can also check off which contests you'd like to enter - whether it's just one, or all three!

Also, note that for the "Poster Contest", all posters must be submitted to Brown Library by June 25th for judging!

We hope that this year we'll have just as much fun as we did last year! The Twilight parties have been some of our most successful events in the past, and this one should be no exception! Make sure to hurry in and sign up before all the slots run out!

Summer Reading Program Sign Up!

Make sure to come by on June 18th to sign up for the Summer Reading Program! There is a limit on the amount of children that can participate, so make sure you come in as soon as possible before they're all filled up! Also, parents, you will have to come by the library to sign up. There will be no over-the-phone sign ups! Otherwise, you wouldn't get a reading log, and have nothing to record your books on!

We hope we'll be seeing a bunch of you on Friday! Help us make Summer Reading Program 2010 our best year yet!

Summer Reading Program Approaches!

Summer Reading Program is Just Around the Corner!

The Summer Reading Program is one of our favorite programs at Brown Library, and this summer is set to be a fun one! The theme for this year is "Make a Splash - Read!", so we'll be showing a few "watery" movies, and giving out "beachy" prizes. Here's a quick look at what's coming up this summer. Throughout the summer we'll be posting each event individually a couple days before it takes place, just as a reminder.

06/18/10 - Registration starts today @ 10 a.m. @ Brown Library

06/25/10 - Kick-off event with Steve Somers Amazing Teacher @ 11 a.m. @ Washington Civic Center

07/02/10 - Jeff Jones - Magician @ 11 a.m. @ Washington Civic Center

07/06/10 - Make a Splash Children's Movie @ 1 p.m. @ Brown Library, Upstairs

07/09/10 - Goose Creek Outdoor Activity @ 11 a.m. @ Brown Library, Outdoors

07/13/10 - Make a Splash Children's Movie @ 1 p.m. @ Brown Library, Upstairs

07/16/10 - Wendal Wandell - Storyteller @ 11 a.m. @ First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall

07/20/10 - Make a Splash Children's Movie @ 1 p.m. @ Brown Library, Upstairs

07/23/10 - Goose Creek Outdoor Activity @ 11 a.m. @ Brown Library, Outside

07/27/10 - Make a Splash Children's Movie @ 1 p.m. @ Brown Library, Upstairs

07/30/10 - Book Time with Ronald McDonald @ 11 a.m. @ First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall

08/03/10 - Make a Splash Children's Movie @ 1 p.m. @ Brown Library, Upstairs

08/06/10 - End of Season Event with Amazing Al - Magician @ 11 a.m. @ Washington Civic Center

Closed Monday, May 31, 2010

Brown Library will be closed on Monday, May 31st, 2010, in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume our normal operating hours on Tuesday, June 1st, 2010.

Whether you're going to the beach, grilling out, or snatching up some of the those good holiday sales, Brown Library wishes you a happy Memorial Day weekend!

May Movie Madness!

Hachi, Friday, May 21st, 2010, at 5 p.m.!

For the last movie before our Summer Reading Program begins, Brown Library will be showing the heart-warming Hachi on Friday, May 21st, starting at 5 p.m.

"An American adaptation of a Japanese tale about a loyal dog named Hachiko. This very special friend would accompany his master to the train station every day and return each afternoon to greet him after work. Sadly his master departs one day, passes away and never returns to the station. Hachiko faithfully returns to the same spot at the station the very next day, and every day for the next nine years to wait for his beloved master. During his daily visits, Hachiko touches the lives of many who work near and commute through the town square. He teaches the local people love, compassion and above all unyielding loyalty. Today, a bronze statue of Hachiko sits in his waiting spot outside the Shibuya station in Japan as a permanent reminder of his devotion and love."

There is no sign-up required to attend the movie, but there is limited seating, so make sure to arrive at least fifteen minutes early to guarantee yourself a good seat! This film is rated G.

(image from google image; info and summary from imdb.com)

May Movie Madness!

Sherlock Holmes, Saturday, May 8th, 2010, at 12:15 p.m.!

Brown Library is kicking off May Movie Madness with a bang! We will be showing the blockbuster action film, Sherlock Holmes, on Saturday, May 8th, 2010, at 12:15 p.m.

"After finally catching serial killer and occult "sorcerer" Lord Blackwood, legendary sleuth Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Dr. Watson can close yet another successful case. But when Blackwood mysteriously returns from the grave and resumes his killing spree, Holmes must take up the hunt once again. Contending with his partner's new fiancée and the dimwitted head of Scotland Yard, the dauntless detective must unravel the clues that will lead him into a twisted web of murder, deceit, and black magic - and the deadly embrace of temptress Irene Adler."

"Sherlock Holmes is a 2009 action mystery film based on the character of the same name created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The film was directed by Guy Ritchie and produced by Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey and Dan Lin. The screenplay by Michael Robert Johnson, Anthony Peckham and Simon Kinberg was developed from a story by Lionel Wigram and Michael Robert Johnson. Robert Downey, Jr. and Jude Law portray Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson, respectively. Holmes investigates a series of murders, apparently connected to occult rituals. Lord Blackwood is the mysterious villain. The story culminates with a confrontation on top of Tower Bridge, still under construction.

The film went on general release in the United States on December 25, 2009, and on December 26, 2009, in the UK, Ireland, and the Pacific. The film was also nominated for two Academy Awards, Best Original Score and Best Art Direction."

There is no sign-up for this movie, as usual, but there is limited seating, so make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes early! This film is rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, some startling images and a scene of suggestive material.

(image from google image; info and summaries from imdb.com and wikipedia.org)