Location Ballard Branch

Preschool Story Time at the Ballard Branch

25 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Ballard Branch! Stop in with your preschoolers for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Ballard Branch

25 Nov 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It's story time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your toddler for stories, songs, movement and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Library Closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day

26 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Locations: All locations
Summary: All locations of The Seattle Public Library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
More info: www.spl.org…

Meet author Chef Daniel Orr at the Ballard Branch

29 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009, 2 – 3:15 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Adults
Language: English
Summary: Meet chef/author Daniel Orr and get the lowdown on his new cookbook "FARMfood: Green Living."
Full Description: Internationally-acclaimed chef and fresh-food advocate Daniel Orr reads from his latest book, "FARMfood: Green Living with Chef Daniel Orr." Hear his take on the benefits of simple, natural "real food" and get some fresh ideas. Co-sponsored by and books provided courtesy of Secret Garden Bookshop in Ballard.
View in Catalog: "FARMfood: Green Living with Chef Daniel Orr" by Daniel Orr
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Ballard Branch

02 Dec 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Ballard Branch! Stop in with your preschoolers for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Ballard Branch

02 Dec 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It's story time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your toddler for stories, songs, movement and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Evening Book Group at the Ballard Branch

03 Dec 2009 02:45:00 GMT

Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, 6:45 – 7:45 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Adults
Language: English
Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Ballard Branch. Everyone is welcome. This month’s title is "Letters from Yellowstone" by Diane Smith.
Book Description: In 1898, a young Cornell medical student joins a field study in Yellowstone National Park and describes in a series of letters her relationships with fellow naturalists (who had expected a male partner), her experiences, and her encounters with a colorful assortment of characters.
View in Catalog: "Letters from Yellowstone" by Diane Smith
Next Month's Title: "The Brief and Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao" by Junot Diaz
Book Group Notes: This group meets the first Wednesday of the month at 6:45 PM., Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Pick up your copy of this month's book at this library location.
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

NW Youth Harp Ensemble plays at the Ballard Branch

06 Dec 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Adults, Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Celebrate the season with a holiday harp concert from the NW Youth Harp Ensemble, at the Ballard Branch.
Full Description: Nine members of the NW Youth Harp Ensemble will perform holiday favorites under the direction of Susi Hussong. The youngest harpist is nine and will be joined by her seven-year-old brother on violin. Other siblings who play flute or sing will also perform with the group.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Call 206-783-9493 for more information.
Contact: 206-783-9493

Pajama Story Time at the Ballard Branch

09 Dec 2009 02:45:00 GMT

Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, 6:45 – 7:30 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring the family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs, and a simple craft.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Ballard Branch

09 Dec 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Ballard Branch! Stop in with your preschoolers for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Ballard Branch

09 Dec 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It's story time at the Ballard Branch! Bring your toddler for stories, songs, movement and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

'It's About Time Writers' Reading Series' at the Ballard Branch

11 Dec 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, 6 – 7:45 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Adults
Language: English
Summary: The Ballard Branch welcomes the 244th meeting of the "It's About Time Writers Reading Series," featuring author readings and open mikes.
Full Description: Celebrate the second anniversary of the Ballard Branch's collaboration with the "It's About Time Writers Reading Series!", This month's presentation features Lyn Coffin, Oliver De La Paz and Matt Briggs, with a short lecture on The Writer's Craft. Between author readings, open mike time is available for three minutes per person.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Knit an ornament at the Ballard Branch

12 Dec 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Adults, Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Knit a simple holiday ornament with help from Full Circle Yarn Shop in Ballard. For all ages and skill levels.
Full Description: Bring your own knitting needles, yarn is provided.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is required. Call the Ballard Branch at 684-4089 to sign up.
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Seattle Mandolin Orchestra Holiday Concert at the Ballard Branch

13 Dec 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009, 3 – 4 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Adults, Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Enjoy the stunning music of the Seattle Mandolin Orchestra! The orchestra presents their annual holiday performance at the Ballard Branch.
Full Description: Greetings! It's time for the Seattle Mandolin Orchestra's annual free holiday concert at the Ballard Branch of the Seattle Public Library. The orchestra will present Christmas and Hanukkah favorites from here at home and around the world, featuring soprano Julie Finch as their vocalist.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Preschool Story Time at the Ballard Branch

16 Dec 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next story time at the Ballard Branch will occur on Wednesday, December 23.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Toddler Story Time at the Ballard Branch

16 Dec 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next story time at the Ballard Branch will occur on Wednesday, December 23.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian