Spring 2008  Youth Library Events Spring 2008
       
Reading Ahoy! ABC Treasure Map Game
Ages 3-7 years
The Reading Ahoy! ABC Treasure Map Game is a free game for children ages 3-7, aimed at promoting early childhood literacy. Treasure maps are available at the youth library reference desk. As they follow the treasure map instructions, children and their parents will explore the Youth Library and its resources. Children will receive a special treasure when they complete the game. Due to limited supplies, children may play the game only once.
February 4 - March 31 Available anytime during library hours
 
Kinder Science @ Tempe Public Library
Ages 5-6 years
These story-hour and activity based programs will introduce the world of science to your child through play, exploration, and picture books. Children will be encouraged to question and test their ideas. Class size is limited to 15 children. Class meets once a month on Tuesdays. Registration is required and includes both sessions. Please register at http://pkreconline.tempe.gov Location: YLMR Fee: None. Code: 11409
Seed Science April 22 Tuesday 4-5 pm
       
Nature Detective Book Club
Ages 7-9 years
Nature detectives look for clues. What animal walked here? Where did it go? Join Tempe Public Library's book club and explore nature! Read about animals, do a craft and discuss these fascinating creatures. Nature detectives meets once a month on Tuesdays. Books on the featured animals will be made available to participants. Registration is required and includes both sessions. Please register at http://pkreconline.tempe.gov Location: YLMR Fee: None. Code: 11407
Ants March 18 Tuesday 4-5 pm
       
Gentle Manatees April 15 Tuesday 4-5 pm
       
Saturday Science at the Library
Ages 9-12 years
An interactive learning program featuring experiments.  Meets once a month on Saturday afternoons. Registration is required and includes both sessions. Please register at http://pkreconline.tempe.gov     Location: YLMR Fee: None. Code: 10356
Predators and Prey March 22 Saturday 10:30am-12 noon
       
I'm Under So Much Pressure April 19 Saturday 10:30am-12 noon
       
Anime Club @ Tempe Public Library
Ages 11-18 years
Share your interest in Japanese anime and manga with your fellow teens. The anime club gathers every two weeks on Wednesdays, to review and discuss anime, manga, and other related subjects. No registration is required. Location: YLMR Fee: None.
Meets on 3/19, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30 Wednesdays 4-5 pm
       
Game On! @ Tempe Public Library
Ages 12-18 years
Relax with your fellow teens for an hour of after school gaming fun! Teens meet at the library every Thursday afternoon from 4-5pm to play games and socialize. There is a wide selection of games to choose from. Teens are welcome to bring in their own games as well. No registration is required.   Location YLMR. Fee: None.  
March 27-May 1 Thursdays 4-5pm
       
ONEBOOKAZ For Kids: Author Visit      
Danger in the Desert, by Terri Fields, winner of the 2008 ONEBOOKAZ For Kids
Join us at the Tempe Public Library for a visit with the author of Danger in the Desert. Danger in the Desert was chosen as the 2008 ONEBOOKAZ For Kids. Location: TPL Programming Room. Fee: None.
April 23   Wednesday 7pm
       
ONEBOOKAZ For Kids: Danger in the Desert Stage Production    
Performed by Theater Works      
A stage dramatization of Danger in the Desert by Terri Fields, the ONEBOOKAZ for Kids 2008 winning title. Performances are 45 minutes followed by a talk back with the actors. Location: TPL Programming Room. Fee: None.
April 19   Saturday 2:15pm