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May. 5 2008 9:55 am
Preschoolers to teens can enjoy plenty of free activities this month.
May 5
Cinco de Mayo Party and Informational Fair 6-8:30 p.m. Celebration and community informational fair featuring booths with program information, activities and music. Glendale Community Center, 5401 W. Ocotillo Road, Glendale. FREE. 623-930-4700.
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 3 p.m. For ages 3-8. The show uses bug characters from Eric Carle books to explain feelings. Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Dance, Dance Revolution 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 show off their dance moves by playing the popular video game. Acacia Branch Library, 750 E. Townley Ave., Phoenix. FREE. 602-262-6223. www.phxlib.org
MAY 6
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 10 a.m. The show uses bug characters from Eric Carle books to explain feelings. El Mirage Branch Library, 14011 N. First Ave., El Mirage. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org
Chocolate Mocha Teen Book Club 4 p.m. Ages 12-18 drink coffee, eat chocolate and discuss the x Alex Rider Seriesx , by Anthony Horowitz. Registration required. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Phoenix. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 2 p.m. Puppets based on characters in Eric Carle books teach kids about emotions. Gila Bend Branch Library, 202 N. Euclid, Gila Bend. FREE. 928-683-2061. www.mcldaz.org.
Game On 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 12-18 play the library's Wii and PlayStation 2. Laptops available for 30 minutes of Internet access. Velma Teague Branch Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave., Glendale. FREE. 623-930-3431. www.glendaleaz.com/library.
Mother's Day Gift Craft 4:30 p.m. Ages 5-9 make a gift for their mom. Registration required. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 6-27
Children's Storytelling Hour 4:15-5 p.m. Tuesday. Kids hear a new story each week. Pages Bookstore, StageCoach Village Center 7100 E. Cave Creek Road, Suite 164, Cave Creek. FREE. 480-575-7220. www.pagesnewandrare.com
Family Story Time 6:30-7 p.m. Tuesday. Stories, songs, flannel boards, stretches and finger plays for the whole family. Palo Verde Branch Library, 4402 N. 51st Ave., Phoenix. FREE. 602-262-6805. www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org.
MAY 7
Teen Advisory Group 4 p.m. Ages 12-18 earn community-service hours, meet new people and enjoy refreshments while planning library activities. Registration required. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Phoenix. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Animanga! 2:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 view and discuss anime and manga. Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Dare to Prepare 7 p.m. A pre-permit documentary presentation for parents and teens that provides critical information teens need to know before they take the wheel. Northwest Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 7-28
Zoneout 4-5 p.m. Wednesday. Fun activities for ages 13-18, including video games and crafts. Palo Verde Branch Library, 4402 N. 51st Ave., Phoenix. FREE. 602-262-6805. www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org.
MAY 8
Mother's Day Princess Tea Party 10 a.m. Dress up with mom, and share a story, make crafts and enjoy refreshments. Registration required. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Phoenix. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 10
Community Service Saturday for Teens 10 a.m. Ages 12-18 earn community-service hours or just help out with library tasks for fun. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Phoenix. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Pauleen O'Shea 11 a.m. The author presents Buddy's Bedtime , the richly illustrated story of an evening with a curly-tailed pup named Buddy. Changing Hands Bookstore, 6428 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe. FREE. 480-730-0205. www.changinghands.com.
Mother's Day Story and Craft 10 a.m. Celebrate with songs and stories, and make a craft for the mom in your life. Northwest Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Volunteer Orientation 10 a.m. Ages 13-18 learn how to help with summer programs at the library. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Craft Day 2-4 p.m. Ages 12-18 make a cultural craft. Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org
Mother's Day Mother-Daughter Facials 10 a.m.-noon Mothers and daughters enjoy facials, refreshments and get a photo taken as a keepsake. Registration required. Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Family Golf Day noon The clinic that involves golf skills and challenges, from putting and chipping to long-drive contests. Headed by Starr Pass Country Club golf professionals. Register by May 7. JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa, 3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd., Tucson. FREE. 520-670-0406. www.jwmarriottstarrpass.com.
MAY 10-11
Mother's Day Event 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Saturday. Moms and kids play in the wave pool. Includes a booth with raffle prizes by Mommy Perks, and parenting expert Sally Goldberg will be on hand to answer questions. Kiwanis Park Recreation Center, 6111 S. All-America Way, Tempe. $3-$6 for kids; FREE for moms. 480-350-5201. www.tempe.gov/kiwanis.
MAY 12
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 3:30 p.m. The show uses bug characters from Eric Carle books to explain feelings. Hollyhock Branch Library, 15844 N. Hollyhock St., Surprise. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 14
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 10-10:30 a.m. The show uses bug characters from Eric Carle books to explain feelings. Ed Robson Branch Library, 9330 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes. FREE. 602-652-3275. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Volunteer Orientation for Summer 7 p.m. Ages 12-18 learn about helping with the library's summer reading program. Registration required. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Phoenix. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 3:30 p.m. The show uses bug characters from Eric Carle books to explain feelings. Guadalupe Branch Library, 9241 S. Avenida del Yaqui, Guadalupe. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Formal Dinner Demonstration and Movie 4 p.m. Teens dress in formal wear and enjoy culinary delights and a movie. Dresses, jackets and ties are available. Fountain Hills Branch Library, 12901 N. La Montana Drive, Fountain Hills. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Baby Signs Story Time 10 a.m. Baby Signs representatives lead a story time for parents/caregivers and their babies or toddlers that teaches simple gestures to use at home. Northwest Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 15
Movie Thursday 4-6 p.m. Enjoy a family-oriented movie that relates to the library's summer reading program. El Mirage Branch Library, 14011 N. First Ave., El Mirage. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Summer Reading Teen Volunteer Orientation 7 p.m. Ages 13-18 learn how to assist with the library's program for kids. Registration required. Northwest Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org
Matthew Peterson 6:30-7:30 p.m. Meet the short-story writer and author of the new young-adult sci-fi/fantasy series x Paraworld Zerox . Velma Teague Branch Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave., Glendale. FREE. 623-930-3431. www.glendaleaz.com/library
MAY 16
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 10 a.m. The show uses bug characters from Eric Carle books to explain feelings. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 17
Phoenix Zoo Animal Tails 11 a.m. Meet feathered friends from the Phoenix Zoo. Geared toward ages 7-12. Changing Hands Bookstore, 6428 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe. FREE. 480-730-0205. www.changinghands.com.
American Girl Pastime Party 2 p.m. Bring your American Girl doll, and enjoy food and craft-making with other doll owners. All ages welcome. Northwest Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Summer Reading Teen Volunteer Orientation 10 a.m. Ages 13-18 learn how to assist with the library's program for kids. Registration required. Northwest Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Volunteer Orientation for Summer 1 p.m. Ages 12-18 learn about helping with the library's summer reading program. Registration required. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Phoenix. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Summer Teen Volunteer Orientation 2:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 learn how to get work experience, earn T-shirts and make friends working at the library. Acacia Branch Library, 750 E. Townley Ave., Phoenix. FREE. 602-262-6223. www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/eventrecord.jsp?eventid=35028
MAY 18
Yu-Gi-Oh 2-4 p.m. Ages 9-18 bring cards and battle with other players. Prizes awarded to the top five finishers. Northwest Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
May 20
Phoenix Children's Chorus Auditions 6 p.m. Boys and girls in Grades 2-12 with a clear singing voice are invited to audition. Call or see Web site to schedule an audition. Phoenix Center for the Arts, 1202 N. Third St., Phoenix. FREE. 602-534-3788. www.phxchildrenschorus.org.
Game On 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 12-18 play the library's Wii and PlayStation 2. Laptops available for 30 minutes of Internet access. Velma Teague Branch Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave., Glendale. FREE. 623-930-3431. www.glendaleaz.com/library.
Science Club 4:30 p.m. Ages 5-9 experiment with bubbles. Wear old clothes. Registration required. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 21
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 4:30 p.m. Puppets based on characters in Eric Carle books teach kids about emotions. Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Bookhype 4:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 discuss a new book each month. Registration required. Perry Branch Library, 1965 E. Queen Creek Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Volunteer Orientation 4:30 p.m. Ages 13-18 learn how to help with summer programs at the library. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 10 a.m. The show uses bug characters from Eric Carle books to explain feelings. Fountain Hills Branch Library, 12901 N. La Montana Drive, Fountain Hills. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 22
'Tales From the Darkside' Teen Horror Book Club 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 discuss their favorite creepy reads. Snacks provided. Velma Teague Branch Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave., Glendale. FREE. 623-930-3431. www.glendaleaz.com/library.
An Evening at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf 7:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 meet and discuss "Eclipse," by Stephenie Meyer. Presented by the Northwest Regional Library. Registration required. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, 14071 W. Bell Road, Suite 101, Surprise. FREE. 602-652-3000 or www.mcldaz.org. coffeebean.com.
Puppet Show: What's Bugging You? 10 a.m. The show uses bug characters from Eric Carle books to explain feelings. Queen Creek Branch Library, 22407 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 23
Kids' Movie Matinee 1-3 p.m. Watch a film about treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates as he hunts to discover the truth behind the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and clear his family's good name. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Phoenix. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 23-24
Fit Kids Festival noon-5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Fitness games, activities and summer-camp information for kids. Margaret T. Hance Park, 1134 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. FREE. 602-534-2406. www.championschools.org
MAY 24
Teen Volunteer Orientation 2:30-3:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 learn how they can help out at the library during the summer break. Acacia Branch Library, 750 E. Townley Ave., Phoenix. FREE. 602-262-6223. www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/blaze/default.jsp?N=0. www.phxlib.org.
Gaming Day 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Teens play Xbox, PlayStation 2 and GameCube. Bring remotes, consoles and games. Games must be rated E or T. Fountain Hills Branch Library, 12901 N. La Montana Drive, Fountain Hills. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org
MAY 27
Summer Reading Program Kickoff 2 p.m. Age 11 and younger play a Catch the Reading Bug trivia game full of prizes, information, and materials on how to join the 2008 Summer Reading Program. Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Summer Movie No. 1 3 p.m. Ages 12-18 watch a teen-oriented action/adventure movie. Snacks provided. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Phoenix. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Metamorphosis Summer Reading Kickoff 2 p.m. Ages 12-18 enjoy activities that celebrate the program's theme of gaining knowledge and bettering one's self. Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Council 4-5 p.m. Teens plan library activities and programs. Fountain Hills Branch Library, 12901 N. La Montana Drive, Fountain Hills. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 27-JULY 27
Summer Reading Program Sunday through Saturday. Children and adults read books and earn prizes over the summer break. Pick up boards and reading logs at the library beginning May 27. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 28
Bug Derby 10:30 a.m. Ages 6-9 get a plastic bug to race in a contest for prizes. Registration required. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Movie Matinee 3:30-5:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 watch a movie and eat popcorn. Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Story Time 4 p.m. Teens present stories, activities and crafts for preschoolers. Fountain Hills Branch Library, 12901 N. La Montana Drive, Fountain Hills. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org
MAY 29
Movie Night 6 p.m. A movie, popcorn and soda for ages 11-18. Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Teen Summer Volunteer Information Meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 learn how to help with summer programs and special events. Registration required. Velma Teague Branch Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave., Glendale. FREE. 623-930-3431. www.glendaleaz.com/library.
Storyteller Leticia Pizzino 10:30-11:30 a.m. Age 8 and younger enjoy a story to kickoff the Summer Reading Program. Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Movie Thursday 4-6 p.m. Watch a family-oriented movie that relates to the library's summer reading program. El Mirage Branch Library, 14011 N. First Ave., El Mirage. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 31
Mark 'The Magic Guy' Carter 11 a.m. For kids 4 and older. Kick off summer reading with magic, mystery and fun. Registration required. Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Grossology 1 p.m. An expert of all things disgusting, yucky and just plan gross visits to explain it all. Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
Arizona Balloon Lady Sara Ward 2 p.m. Watch as she creates characters and wearable balloon sculptures. Ed Robson Branch Library, 9330 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes. FREE. 602-652-3275. www.mcldaz.org
