Location Douglass-Truth Branch

Library Closed in observance of Independence Day

04 Jul 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Locations: All locations
Summary: All locations of The Seattle Public Library will be closed on July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
More info: www.spl.org…

Read a Book/Share a Book at the Douglass-Truth Branch

11 Jul 2009 21:30:00 GMT

Saturday, July 11, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Adults, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Have you read a good book lately? Come and share book recommendations with your friends and neighbors and find out what other people in the community are reading and recommending. For ages 11 to adult.
Full Description: The Seattle Public Library offers more than 750 free programs all over the city for children, teens and adults this summer. You can join the fun!, Read good books! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program in the notebook binder at your branch. Keep track of the number of books you read or listen to this summer and let us know how many books you’ve read. Children can read 10 books and win a free book and get a free pass to the Burke Museum. Review a book, movie or music and share your favorites with others. Use the online review form to submit a review. Visit our page of Summer Reading Reviews to see what others are enjoying., Summer Reading is for all ages! It nurtures a sense of community; encourages reading for pleasure; helps our children learn; and provides opportunities for lifelong learning.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

The Creative Conjuring Magic Show at the Douglass-Truth Branch

14 Jul 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: Black belt magician and "Creative Conjuror" Jeff Evans celebrates summer reading with science stunts, wacky inventions and magical mayhem that add up to total fun! For ages 5-10.
Full Description: The Seattle Public Library offers more than 750 free programs all over the city for children, teens and adults this summer. You can join the fun!, Read good books! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program in the notebook binder at your branch. Keep track of the number of books you read or listen to this summer and let us know how many books you’ve read. Children can read 10 books and win a free book and get a free pass to the Burke Museum. Review a book, movie or music and share your favorites with others. Use the online review form to submit a review. Visit our page of Summer Reading Reviews to see what others are enjoying., Summer Reading is for all ages! It nurtures a sense of community; encourages reading for pleasure; helps our children learn; and provides opportunities for lifelong learning.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Children's Story Time at the Douglass-Truth Branch

16 Jul 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Thursday, July 16, 2009, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Douglass-Truth Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
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: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Make a Book! at the Douglass-Truth Branch

18 Jul 2009 21:30:00 GMT

Saturday, July 18, 2009, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Adults, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Instructors from the Seattle Center for Book Arts show you how handmade books can add a creative twist to traditional soft-cover and hard-cover books. All bookmaking materials and supplies provided. For ages 12 and up.
Full Description: The Seattle Public Library offers more than 750 free programs all over the city for children, teens and adults this summer. You can join the fun!, Read good books! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program in the notebook binder at your branch. Keep track of the number of books you read or listen to this summer and let us know how many books you’ve read. Children can read 10 books and win a free book and get a free pass to the Burke Museum. Review a book, movie or music and share your favorites with others. Use the online review form to submit a review. Visit our page of Summer Reading Reviews to see what others are enjoying., Summer Reading is for all ages! It nurtures a sense of community; encourages reading for pleasure; helps our children learn; and provides opportunities for lifelong learning.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Burke Circus at the Douglass-Truth Branch

21 Jul 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: Join the Burke Museum for this interactive game with familiar storybook characters, real museum specimens, puppets and prizes. For ages 10 and under.
Full Description: The Seattle Public Library offers more than 750 free programs all over the city for children, teens and adults this summer. You can join the fun!, Read good books! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program in the notebook binder at your branch. Keep track of the number of books you read or listen to this summer and let us know how many books you’ve read. Children can read 10 books and win a free book and get a free pass to the Burke Museum. Review a book, movie or music and share your favorites with others. Use the online review form to submit a review. Visit our page of Summer Reading Reviews to see what others are enjoying., Summer Reading is for all ages! It nurtures a sense of community; encourages reading for pleasure; helps our children learn; and provides opportunities for lifelong learning.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

The Page Turner's book discussion group at the Douglass-Truth Branch

21 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 3 – 4 p.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Book Group Summary: Join us for a book group at the Douglass-Truth Branch for ages 9-12. This month’s title is "Double Identity" by Margaret Peterson Haddix.
Book Description: Thirteen-year-old Bethany's parents have always been overprotective, but when they leave her with an aunt she never knew existed, Bethany uncovers shocking secrets that make her question everything she thought she knew about herself and her family.
View in Catalog: "Double Identity" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Next Month's Title: "Ink Heart" by Cornelia Funke
Book Group Notes: This group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 3:00 p.m., Library evets 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: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Children's Story Time at the Douglass-Truth Branch

23 Jul 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Thursday, July 23, 2009, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Douglass-Truth Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
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: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Ponte el ritmo (Put Your Rhythm On!) at the Douglass-Truth Branch

28 Jul 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, July 28, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Adults, Children, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Bring your clapping hands and dancing feet to this high-energy call-and-response singing and rhythm workshop! Elsita and El Jefe present Afro-Latino rhythms and instruments of Cuba and Brazil with fun and humor. For all ages.
Full Description: The Seattle Public Library offers more than 750 free programs all over the city for children, teens and adults this summer. You can join the fun!, Read good books! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program in the notebook binder at your branch. Keep track of the number of books you read or listen to this summer and let us know how many books you’ve read. Children can read 10 books and win a free book and get a free pass to the Burke Museum. Review a book, movie or music and share your favorites with others. Use the online review form to submit a review. Visit our page of Summer Reading Reviews to see what others are enjoying., Summer Reading is for all ages! It nurtures a sense of community; encourages reading for pleasure; helps our children learn; and provides opportunities for lifelong learning.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Children's Story Time at the Douglass-Truth Branch

30 Jul 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Thursday, July 30, 2009, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Douglass-Truth Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
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: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Read a Book/Share a Book at the Douglass-Truth Branch

01 Aug 2009 21:30:00 GMT

Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Adults, Teens
Language: English
Summary: Have you read a good book lately? Come and share book recommendations with your friends and neighbors and find out what other people in the community are reading and recommending. For ages 16 - adult.
Full Description: The Seattle Public Library offers more than 750 free programs all over the city for children, teens and adults this summer. You can join the fun!, Read good books! Sign up for the Summer Reading Program in the notebook binder at your branch. Keep track of the number of books you read or listen to this summer and let us know how many books you’ve read. Children can read 10 books and win a free book and get a free pass to the Burke Museum. Review a book, movie or music and share your favorites with others. Use the online review form to submit a review. Visit our page of Summer Reading Reviews to see what others are enjoying., Summer Reading is for all ages! It nurtures a sense of community; encourages reading for pleasure; helps our children learn; and provides opportunities for lifelong learning.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian