July Adult Programs at Spencer Public Library



July 1 –Book To Movie at Spencer Public Library –Read the book “Goodbye, Mr. Chips” by James Hilton. A novella that follows a British school teacher through his 43 year tenure, Mr. Chips finds love and learns to connect with his students and grow as a teacher. We will read the book in July and watch the moviein August. Registration Required. For more information call Spencer Public Library @ 580-7290.
July 21 @ 7:00 PM “Movie Night” at Spencer Public Library – “Non-Stop” is a mystery action film starring Liam Neeson and Julianne Moore.  Free popcorn! Reservations encouraged. For more information please call Spencer Public Library at 580-7290.
July 28 @ 6:30 PM - DIY Club at Spencer Public Library –Making Ice Cream– Join the Spencer Public Library as we explore science by making ice cream. Fun to do and a wonderful treat to eat! This is a family friendly program for all ages. Registration is required. Please call 580-7290 or sign-up at the front desk.

Books To Movie Night


Sign up to read the book, 2001: A Space Odyssey written by Arthur C. Clarke, and then watch the movie on June 30th. Unlike most, this book and movie were developed concurrently and the movie was released before the book. With science fiction themes such as the perils of technology and nuclear war, evolution, space exploration, and artificial intelligence, it is the perfect movie to watch in June during our science-themed adult summer reading program. Please call 580-7290 or sign-up at the front desk to register.

Anime & Japanese Culture Club

The AJCC meets Saturday, June 28th at 10:00 am.


Eye On Anatomy Program

 
Eye On Anatomy Program, June 26th at 2:00 pm! We will explore the area of science called anatomy by dissecting sheep eyes with local high school science teacher, David Munson. Due to limited space available, we will be holding this program two times back-to-back. Please REGISTER for a 2:00 or 2:45
time slot by contacting Sarah Beth (sarahbeth@spencerlibrary.com)

Tween Book Club

This week's meeting is Wednesday, June 25th at 2:00 pm.

Mad Science of Iowa Program

 Mad Science of Iowa Program! Our Summer Reading events schedule brings us an exciting program this month with some folks who are truly “mad about science.” Mad Science of Iowa Plus+ will be presenting their show “Fizz, Pop :: Spark, Boom!” With lots of audience participation, they will present engaging chemistry
experiments that really fizz, pop, spark, or boom. From a Vortex Generator to a Hydrogen “Boom”, these experiments will entertain and enlighten scientists of all ages!

Art Prints To Brighten Your Home Or Office!


DIY Miniature Terrarium Program


Thursday, June 19th @ 2:00 pm.


The teens will become botanists while we make our own miniature terrariums with glass bowls, soil, moss, plants, and a variety of stones and trinkets to make each one unique. 

Summer! Storytime

                                         Storytime begins @ 9:30 am on Thursday, June 19th!

Upcoming Youth Activities at SPL


Teen Book Club Meeting

Our second meeting of the summer. Wednesday, June 18th @ 2:00 pm.

Clay County Naturalist Program With Stacie Young


Stacie visits us again this summer with more hands-on fun with nature. Explore the world around us and find out how you can use science to learn about the world.
Today @ 2:00 pm!



Here is a tentative list of little experiments that we will be doing during the program:. 
1.       Simple vinegar and soda
2.       Homamade lava lamp
3.       Corn starch, quinine and black light
4.       Water bottle and ping pong ball
5.       Lemon Juice prints
6.       Mentos and coke
7.       Film canister rockets

We Are More Than Just Books!

In addition, the library has laptop computers available for in-library use, as well as various projectors, a screen, and even an electric typewriter available for check out.

Come and Go Lego Club


Kids Korner


Spencer Public Library wants you and your family to "Fizz! Boom! Read!" during Summer 2014. We're having two special programs so you can do just that.

Program #1 - This listening program is especially for infants and toddlers. Just keep track of how many minutes the child listens to someone else read to them. For every 5 hours, there is a prize. It's that easy!
Program #2 - This reading program is especially for elementary school-aged children!  Keep track of how many minutes you read. For every 5 hours of reading, we will give you a prize or entry into a prize drawing. Everyone that completes 15 hours of reading throughout the summer will be invited to an end-of-the-summer CARNIVAL!

These programs continue throughout the months of June and July. Register any time before the end of the program to join in the fun! Be sure to look and listen for more information about these free summer programs. We look forward to seeing you "Fizz! Boom! Read!" your way through the summer.

For more information or questions please contact Sarah Beth at 580-7290.

Storytime With SarahBeth!


Friday, June 6th, it's Clouds! Storytime
Join SarahBeth @ 9:30 am for a Special Summer Storytime!

Summer Hours


Mon. - Thurs.     9am - 8pm

 Fri.   - Sat.        9am - 5 pm

Lots Of Great Programming Opportunities This Month!



June Adult Programs at Spencer Public Library
June 1 –Book To Movie at Spencer Public Library – Sign-up to read the book “Goodbye, Mr. Chips” by James Hilton. A novella that follows a British school teacher through his 43 year tenure, Mr. Chips finds love and learns to connect with his students and grow as a teacher. We will read the book in July and watch the movie in August. Registration Required. For more information call Spencer Public Library @ 580-7290.
June 2 @ 6:30 PM - DIY Club at Spencer Public Library – Seed Bombs – All ages can make seed bombs out of clay, dirt, and native Iowa wildflowers. Throw the seed bomb into a thin or barren area of your garden to reclaim your garden! Registration Required. For more information call Spencer Public Library @ 580-7290.
June 9 @ 6:30 PM – “The Art and Science of Rain Gardens” – Join Derek Namanny, Urban Conservationist for Dickinson County Soil and Water Conservation District, as he explains the benefits of having a rain garden both in your community and home. For more information call Spencer Public Library @ 580-7290.
June 16 @ 7:00 PM – “Mozzarella Making: The Science of Cheese” – Join Spencer Public Library’s Director, Mandie Roberts, as she mixes, stretches, and pulls ingredients to make delicious mozzarella. Be prepared to taste a little! For more information call Spencer Public Library @ 580-7290.
June 23 @ 7:00 PM “Movie Night” at Spencer Public Library – “Monuments Men” starring George Clooney, Matt Damon, Cate Blanchett, and Bill Murray. Based on the true story of the greatest treasure hunt for stolen World War II art.  Free popcorn! Reservations encouraged. For more information please call Spencer Public Library at 580-7290.
June 30 @ 6:00 PM – Books To Movies – “2001: A Space Odyssey” – Join us as we watch Stanley Kubrick’s “2001: A Space Odyssey”. Registration Required. For more information please call Spencer Public Library at 580-7290.