Ongoing Programs
FAMILY MOVIE MATINEES
Save the following Sunday afternoons this summer for family fun. Join us for some exciting summer movies that are free to all!
Sundays @ 2 pm
June 22 - Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium - Rated G
July 27 - Enchanted - Rated PG
August 24 - The Golden Compass - Rated PG-13
CHESS CLUB
Our chess club has gotten off to a great start. Come join us! All ages are welcome. Little to no skill is required. Thursdays @ 6 pm
WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS
The Delaware Consumer Health Information Service invites you to Wellness Wednesdays. Come listen to a brief health-related presentation and then speak one-on-one with a consumer health librarian who can find you reliable, up-to-date information on health topics of your choice. Confidential and individual sessions are held on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wednesdays from 5 - 7pm July 2, August 6
Summer 2008 Program Calendar
MONDAY, JUNE 9
A Pictorial History of Wilmington
The Delaware Historical Society presents a history lesson of our fair city through old photos. You may not recognize your own neighborhood, but you may learn a few things. Please pre-register at the reference desk. 7 pm
SATURDAY, JUNE 21
Mad Science Presents Up, Up and Away
Watch a vortex generator at work, ride a hovercraft, and see how pressure can be used to create cinematic special effects! Plus, see a hot air balloon made out of a dry-cleaning bag and help the Mad Scientist demonstrate the science behind a parachute. Pre-registration requested. 2 pm
TUESDAY, JULY 8
Storyteller Sangay Miller Presents Buggy African Folktales
Popular Storyteller Ms. Miller is coming back to Woodlawn this summer with some all new tales from Africa about spiders and other creepy crawlies. Pre-registration requested. 10:30 am
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9
An Outdoor Concert with the Newark Community Band
Under the direction of Mr. Dave Harris, the Newark Community Band will be performing an outdoor concert suitable for the whole family's enjoyment. Pack a snack and a blanket, and soak in some music under a beautiful summer sky. 7 - 8 pm
THURSDAY, JULY 10
Mike Rose Presents Magic and Wit and Bugs
Magician and comedian Mike Rose uses some little critters to help him entertain kids of all ages in this rollicking and educational show. Pre-registration requested. 10:30 am
TUESDAY, JULY 15
Cascading Carlos Presents Juggling 101
A hands-on workshop that presents the fun basics of juggling and fitness. Come and juggle lots of different professional juggling equipment! For ages 2 and up. Pre-registration requested. 11 am
THURSDAY, JULY 17
Rags to Riches Presents Bug Juice
East coast favorite traveling theatre troupe is coming to the new Woodlawn! This is an interactive production of the play Bug Juice, starring characters Mary Malaria, Lightning Larry and Beetle Barry. Pre-registration requested. 10:15 am
MONDAY, JULY 21
Clem Bowen Presents Buggy Stories
A Woodlawn favorite, Storyteller Clem Bowen is back with another musical story time extravaganza, this time, about all the wonders of bugs! Pre-registration requested. 10:30 am
THURSDAY JULY 24
Winterthur Museum Presents Pretty Pests
Along with hands-on activities and crafts, this program is all about the good and the bad when it comes to bugs in a museum. For ages 5-10. Pre-registration requested. 10:30 am
TUESDAY, JULY 29
Kathleen MacMillan Presents Buggy about Sign Language
Bring those squirmy-wormy fingers and explore the world of creepy-crawlies through songs, signs, stories and games as you learn about American Sign Language! Pre-registration requested. 10:15 am
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5
Rick Waterhouse Presents In Search of the Reading Bug
Through insect science, puppets and songs, help Prof. Netwinder find his prized Reading Bug! Pre-registration requested. 10:30 am
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
Steven's Puppets Presents Sleeping Beauty
The popular beautifully-crafted puppet show is back at Woodlawn this summer, this time with a production of Sleeping Beauty. Pre-registration requested. 10:30 am
MONDAY, AUGUST 11
Jungle John Presents What's Buggy
Delaware's own Jungle wrangler returns with many live bug specimens to show. Gross - and oh so cool! Pre-registration requested. 10:30 am
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20
Wellness Wednesdays for Kids!
In honor of the Summer Olympics, spend the afternoon learning about healthy food! Activities will include: making your own healthy cookbook, playing fruit and veggie bingo, and tasting new foods. For ages 4-11. All participants must be accompanied by an adult. Please pre-register at the reference desk. 2 -4 pm
THURSDAY, AUGUST 28
Basic Islam Presented by Dr. Adly Gorrafa
The founding of Islam fourteen centuries ago by the prophet Mohammed will be reviewed in an historical perspective as an extension of Judaism and Christianity. Basic teachings of Islam, based on the scripture of the Qur'an will also be discussed. 7 pm
Technology Programs please call the Library early to reserve your space
Woodlawn Library at 302-571-7425
www.nccdelib.org
