DECEMBER LIBRARY EVENTS
New library hours
The following are the new hours of operation at Effingham’s libraries:
Springfield: Mondays 2 to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Thursdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (closed Fridays and Sundays)
Rincon: Mondays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesdays 2 to 6 p.m.; Wednesdays through Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (closed Sundays)
Winter Reading Program
Dec. 1 to 31
All Live Oak Public Library branches
Ages 0 to 18
Children and teens are invited to participate in this year’s Winter Reading Program at Live Oak Public Libraries. To get started reading for prizes this winter break, stop by any Live Oak Public Libraries branch to sign up and pick up your Winter Reading Record. Each time you read a total of three hours, return your reading record to the library for a prize, while supplies last, plus an entry form to win one of the grand prizes, a 7” tablet. All entry forms for the grand prize must be submitted by Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014, to qualify. Grand prize drawings will be held the first week of January.
How the Grinch Stole the Polar Express
The Grinch tolerated Christmas in the past, but is now determined to ruin it for the whole world. He hatches a plan that involves The Polar Express, Little Drummer Boy, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, and all kinds of fun in this holiday balloon extravaganza. All ages.
Springfield Library, 754-3003
Thursday, Dec. 11, 4:30 p.m.
Rincon Library, 826-2222
Wednesday, Dec. 17, 4:30 p.m.
Dog Days
In this popular library program, children are encouraged to practice their reading skills with the most patient and loving listeners: therapy dogs. For readers ages 5 and up. (Note: Some of the dogs at this special library program are “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” from Therapy Dogs International.)
Rincon Library, 826-2222
Wednesday, Dec. 10, 4:30 p.m., 826-2222
Homeschool Hangout
Springfield Library, 754-3003
Tuesday, Dec. 16, 11 a.m.
Explore the library’s Rocket Languages resource, then celebrate holiday traditions around the world For ages 7 to 14 and their families.
LEGO® Club
Think you’re a master LEGO® builder? Join our LEGO® club to hone your skills. Our meetings will include a themed LEGO® build where you can create your own masterpieces! Ages 5 and up.
(Use of the LEGO® trademark does not imply the company’s endorsement of this program.)
Rincon Library, 826-2222
Saturday, Dec. 13, 3 p.m.
Springfield Library, 754-3003
Thursday, Dec. 18, 4 p.m.
Cool & Crazy Crafts
This craft program features a seasonal or holiday themed art activity. Ages 4 and up.
Rincon Library, 826-2222
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 3 to 5 p.m.
Springfield Library, 754-3003
Thursday, Dec. 4, 3 to 5 p.m.
Storytimes
Children’s librarians present stories, songs, music and a variety of activities.
Storytime: Age 0 to 2
Rincon Library, 826-2222
Mondays at 11 a.m.
Storytime: Age 2 to 4
Rincon Library, 826-2222
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Storytime: Age 2 to 4
Springfield Library, 754-3003
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
AT YOUR LIBRARY:
Tutor.com (FREE online tutoring from 3 to 11 p.m. every day!)
Hoopla (stream or download movies, television shows, and audiobooks)
Zinio (download popular magazines to your computer, tablet or mobile device)
Tumble Books (online collection of animated, talking picture books)
Download Destination (popular ebooks & audiobooks)
Rocket Languages (learn languages online)
Freading (no-wait ebooks)
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