I try to keep posts as wide ranging as possible. But these freebies are too good not to share, even though they only benefit lucky residents of two North Texas cities -- Dallas and Richardson.
First -- just for kids:
Now-June 5: Want to write a book of your own? And see it published and on the shelf of your local library? If you are a resident of Richardson, Texas, entering grades 5-9, check out the Richardson Library's Young Author program.
What you'll get: participation in a seven-week writing course, working with a published author and illustrator of children's books, to guide you in creating a picture book for kids ages 3-7. You receive a personal bound copy of your book while another copy is added to the library's collection, available for check-out.
Plus, you'll have honed your illustration and storytelling chops big time.
What you'll need: attendance at a minimum of five of the seven weekly classes each Friday, June 6-27 and July 11, 18, and 25. Classes run from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Richardson Innovation Headquarters (IQHQ), 1302 E. Collins Blvd., in Richardson.
You will be responsible for turning in two copies of your book cover and the book pages by August 1.
You'll also need responsible grownups to get you to and from the class site and maybe remind you of each week's homework assignment. And to sign the contract you make with the library to follow through.
Tell the grownups to hurry! Registration for the course is due by June 5!
So, how much does this cost? Nothing! It's totally free, thanks to the Friends of the Richardson Library.
For more information, call/email librarian Kelly Keller at 972-744-4358 or Kelly.Keller@cor.gov. And check out library's website.
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Next: for all ages:
May 31: Dallas Public Library branches hold SMART Summer Kickoff Parties from 10 a.m. - noon. Stop by your local branch to register the whole family for the summer reading program, play games, get free books, and more.
This is for Dallas, library card carrying residents only. Don't have a card? No worries. They're free to anyone who lives in, teaches at or attends school in an educational institution within City of Dallas city limits. Cards also available to City of Dallas employees.
Check at how to get library cards here.
The summer reading program runs from May 31-August 9. For every 10 days of reading or being read to, kids ages 0-18 earn a free book of their choice, up to three times over the summer.
Want more? Complete 10 discovery activities and 10 creative activities and earn a free food coupon, up to twice over the summer, while supplies last.
Complete 30 days of reading, make 10 discoveries and create 10 new things by August 9 to be entered for a grand prize.
Check the Dallas Library's site for details.
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Finally, the one you've been waiting for -- the adults-only party!
May 31: Now you've got the kids signed up for reading programs, or maybe you're just age 18+ and don't want to be left out. Get yourself to the adults-only Summer Reading Kickoff Concert & Party at the Dallas Central Library (downtown branch), 1515 Young St. between the hours of 6-9 p.m.
There will be live local music, food vendors, water coloring classes, fun activities and, oh, yes -- free drinks. Soda and juice, or if you're so inclined, beer and boozy popsicles (limit 2 per person).
Caution, this is an 18+ event. A valid ID is required at check-in and for alcoholic beverage consumption. No one under 18 will be admitted. Seriously, find a sitter for the kids.
Of course, you should also sign up for the SMART Summer Reading Program! Get prizes for reading? What could be better?
See the site for details, including parking and access information.
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