Spaces at all events are given on a first-come first-served basis. Register for programs at the Children's Circulation Desk or by calling 732-745-5108 x16. For more information on any kids' event, please call the Children's Room at 732-745-5108 x15 or email Ms. Darby at darby@lmxac.org.

You can also visit the New Brunswick Public Library Kids blog on WordPress to see what Ms. Darby, Children's Librarian, has to say about what's happening in the Children's Room!

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May

Monthly Reading Challenge!
May Theme: Sports Nonfiction.
Read any two books at your reading level with call number 796.2 or 796.3, fill out the reading challenge form, and return it to the Children’s Reference Desk by 5/31/13 to claim your prize! See the Children’s Librarian for details.

Thursday, May 2

Tween* Game Day
Join Ms. Rosy for video games, board games, and snacks!
4 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
*For 4th - 8th graders. For more information, please contact Rosy Henderson at rosyh@lmxac.org or call 732-745-5108 x20.

Saturday, May 4

Free Comic Book Day!
Join us for free comics and a make-your-own comic craft!
11 AM - "while supplies last" in the Teen Room.

Mason Gross Extension Division Presents: Dream Kite Making
Create an inspiring vision for the future on a personal kite to build and then fly at the end of the workshop!
1 - 3 PM in the Henry Guest House.
*For 3rd - 8th graders.

Monday, May 6

Robert Wood Johnson Kids' Fitness
Our friends from Robert Wood Johnson will present a fun, interactive afternoon of kids' health and fitness!
4 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
*For ages 10-14.

Tuesday, May 7

Bouncing Babies Story-Time
Caregivers with children ages 0-2 are invited to join us for songs, rhymes, and activities designed to get little minds thinking and little bodies moving!
11 - 11:30 AM in the Storytime Room.

LEGO League
Get creative! Use our LEGOs to build whatever you can imagine!
4 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
For ages 7-12.

Thursday, May 9

Photography Workshop: How to take better portraits of your friends and relatives.
Photographer Linda Bock-Hinger is bringing her expertise, humor, and straight talk perspective for an informal workshop. You will learn what makes a great photo and how to create uniquely expressive photos of your family and friends. See what a difference understanding composition, lighting, framing, and color can make in your pictures. Bring your camera and enjoy an opportunity to use the tips and techniques you’ll learn in a hands-on segment!
6:30 - 8:00 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
(Grades 4+.) This workshop is free and open to the public. To attend this program, please register at the library’s Reference Desk, or call 732-745-5108, ext. 20.
Enter the Photography Contest! Click here for a submission form with full details.
This program or service is funded in part by Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission with assistance thru a grant provided by New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Dept of State.

Friday, May 10

VISTA Visits
NJ After 3 and Americorps VISTA offer these exciting Friday afternoon programs! Possible activities include games, arts and crafts, homework help, and book discussion groups! Open to students in grades K - 8.
3 - 4:30 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
*Please note that the library closes at 5PM on Fridays: All children must be prepared to leave the library by 4:45 on Friday afternoons.

Tuesday, May 14

Bouncing Babies Story-Time
Caregivers with children ages 0-2 are invited to join us for songs, rhymes, and activities designed to get little minds thinking and little bodies moving!
11 - 11:30 AM in the Storytime Room.

Drop-in Craft
Stop by the Children’s Room between 4pm and 6pm and enjoy a quick craft!
4 PM in the Children's Room.
For ages 7-12.

Wednesday, May 15

Tween* Cancer Awareness Program
Hosted by the Cancer Institute of New Jersey, in this program you will learn about sun safety, the dangers of tobacco, and other helpful info to help you prevent cancer!
4 - 6 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
*For 4th - 8th graders. For more information, please contact Rosy Henderson at rosyh@lmxac.org or call 732-745-5108 x20.

Thursday, May 16

Photography Workshop: Planning for personal and professional photo projects.
Whether it is a digital slideshow for a special event, a personalized single-print photo book, a magazine article pitch, a portfolio, a trade or art book, or a multimedia project, proper planning and workflow management is a critical component to success. Photographer and author Jack Howard will speak about the right steps to creating a project from rough sketch to finished form. Time will be allotted for Q&A, so bring your ideas and questions!
6:30 - 8:00 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
(Grades 4+.) This workshop is free and open to the public. To attend this program, please register at the library’s Reference Desk, or call 732-745-5108, ext. 20.
Enter the Photography Contest! Click here for a submission form with full details.
This program or service is funded in part by Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission with assistance thru a grant provided by New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Dept of State.

Saturday, May 18

PreSchool PlayTime: Dog Days
Join us for a dog day! We’ll read stories, play games, create crafts, and enjoy snacks all inspired by Man’s Best Friend!
3 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.

Tuesday, May 21

Bouncing Babies Story-Time
Caregivers with children ages 0-2 are invited to join us for songs, rhymes, and activities designed to get little minds thinking and little bodies moving!
11 - 11:30 AM in the Storytime Room.

Write to a Disney Character
Create a personalized letter to send off to Disney World, and who knows? You might just get something back!
4 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
For ages 7-12.

Thursday, May 23

Photography Workshop: Photo tips for better pictures.
Well known NJ photographer and author Walter Choroszewski will present a "Back-to-Basics" class offering a variety of tips for taking better pictures. His topics include an explanation of different Lens types, understanding proper exposure, the differences in Scene Modes, and encouragement on breaking free from the use of "AUTOMATIC". He will also explain Depth of Field, Lighting, and Rules of Composition. Walter's goal will be to help you apply these basic concepts to your digital camera photography -- whether you use a compact, mirrorless, or the latest DSLR.
6:30 - 8:00 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
(Grades 4+.) This workshop is free and open to the public. To attend this program, please register at the library’s Reference Desk, or call 732-745-5108, ext. 20.
Enter the Photography Contest! Click here for a submission form with full details.
This program or service is funded in part by Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission with assistance thru a grant provided by New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Dept of State.

Friday, May 24

VISTA Visits
NJ After 3 and Americorps VISTA offer these exciting Friday afternoon programs! Possible activities include games, arts and crafts, homework help, and book discussion groups! Open to students in grades K - 8.
3 - 4:30 PM in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
*Please note that the library closes at 5PM on Fridays: All children must be prepared to leave the library by 4:45 on Friday afternoons.

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