May 2010

Scottsdale Reads this Summer!

Most people fondly remember summer as the time of year where they would go to the library and sign up for a Summer Reading Program. Good News! Summer Reading Programs are still going strong, and are about to get underway at Scottsdale Public Library on June 1st! There are programs for babies, youth, teen and adults – all of which have some terrific prizes along the way.

Have you ever wondered why Summer Reading Programs were first started? Studies have shown that when children stop reading, even for a few months, they experience significant declines in their literacy growth as compared to those children that read year round. Summer Reading Programs are a fun, rewarding way to keep students reading and strengthen their literacy skills. Adult programs were implemented shortly after, as reading is important for everyone, no matter their age!

Stop into any Scottsdale Library Branch between June 1st and July 31st to get signed up.
It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s an essential part of Summer!

Dan Harkins,
Owner and CEO of Harkins Theatres

Books and Babies
Celebration at the Library!

Join us for a special baby shower for our newest library customers up to 1 year old and their adult caregivers. We will present a special storytime, learn about community resources from special guests, have door prizes, and enjoy yummy treats! It’s never too early to start reading!

Books and Babies Celebration
May 16 at 2 pm - Civic Center

On the Road and At Home
With The Rolling Stones

Author and Stones insider Bill German discusses his recent book, Under Their Thumb: How a Nice Boy from Brooklyn Got Mixed Up with the Rolling Stones (and Lived to Tell About It). This book chronicles how he befriended the Stones and then became the band’s official historian for almost two decades. He traveled the world with them, stayed at their homes and witnessed their concerts, recording sessions and in-fights. He’ll share his humorous Stones anecdotes and never-before-seen photos.

On the Road and At Home
With The Rolling Stones
June 9 at 6 pm - Civic Center

The Noise Guy

Charlie Williams, the zany czar of sound, shares traditional and not-so-traditional stories in an energetic new way. Ingredients include crazy kid comedy, parody, vocal sound impressions, and silliness. Good, noisy family fun – you won’t believe your ears!

The Noise Guy
May 25 at 3:30 pm - Mustang
May 27 at 4 pm - Civic Center

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Pick up some books and support your library!

Support the Scottsdale Library at the Barnes and Noble Bookfair from May 20th – May 25th 2010!

Click Here to print out a voucher to bring with you when you make a purchase at the Barnes and Noble, located on the 101 Freeway and Shea Blvd.

Shopping online? Go to www.bn.com/bookfairs to start shopping, and enter the Bookfair ID 10207017 when you check out. Part of the proceeds of your purchase will go to the Scottsdale Public Library!

Also, don’t miss Paul Bendheim, MD discussing his new book ‘The Brain Training Revolution: A Proven Workout for Healthy Brain Aging’ May 20th at 7 pm!

Download a Barnes and Noble voucher »