Backyard Capers Children: Elementary

June

·        1 Sunday

·        2 Monday
Color Me Bug!
Color Riverton Library’s bug’s mug, give it to the library for decoration, and win a prize in exchange.

·        3 Tuesday
Backyard Safari
Everyone can create fun buggy crafts at Bingham Creek Library. New Craft each week. Drop in anytime
between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Reading Bugs Me!
Catch the Reading Bug with Mont Dutson Mont Magic’s tricks and Dr. Seuss’s Bingle Bug, Zippo the
Circus Fly and “Buggsie” a live white bunny! When a silkworm and a spider have a contest to see who
spins the strongest thread, they’ll be surprised to find out who wins. This is for ages 6 and up, 7pm at
West Valley Library

·        4 Wednesday
American Girls Club
Book group. 7:00pm for ages 8-12. Barnes and Noble at The Pointe, 5249 South State

Magna Chess Club
4::30 until 8pm. Magna Library

Creative Kids
An interactive class for children 4-8. Young artists will be guided in creating with a variety of materials,
including paing, clay, and glue. This half hour class is held on Wednesdays at 11, noon, 3 and 3pm in the
Curiosity Shop. Sign up at Discovery Gateway’ Information Desk.

Princess Party Special Storytime
10:30am. Join all the other princesses and princes in the land for royally fun activities & a lovely art
project. Ages 2-7. Riverton Library

·       5 Thursday
West Jordan Kids Chess Club
6:00pm Ages 6 & up. Join us for game-playing fun and instruction. The first Thursday of the month
includes a short instruction period with game play and the second meeting of the month is open game play.
The chess club is open to all skill levels, so come one and all and match wits with other players. West
Jordan Library

Princess Party Special Storytime
10:30am. Join all the other princesses and princes in the land for royally fun activities & a lovely art
project. Ages 2-7. Riverton Library

·        6 Friday
Summer Reading Program: HawkWatch
How do we know our environment is healthy? Scientists look at many indicators to understand
ecosystem health: water quality, animal populations, and interactions between organisms and their
environments. At HawkWatch International, scientists count raptors. Find out more about the science
raptors and what they teach us about our shared environment. For grades 3 and up. Chapman Branch
Library 2:00 p.m.

Amazing Me!
A 30 minute program for children 3-7. A hands-on class about health, safety, and self-esteem. Sign up at
the information desk of Discovery Gateway. Takes place in the Curiosity Shop. http://www.
discoverygateway.org   Classes are held on Fridays at 11, noon, 2 and 3pm.

Dance, Dance Revolution
Those 8-12 are invited to the Bingham Creek Library to play DDR.

Scales and Tales
At West Jordan Library families can come to see and hear about his creeping, crawling, slithering critters.
Kids will have a chance to interact with scorpions, tarantulas, snakes, lizards and turtles. (Time permitting,
they can have their pictures taken with the animals too.)

·        7 Saturday

·        8 Sunday

·        9 Monday
Summer Reading Program: A Bug's Life--An Interactive Movie
Have you ever been bullied by grasshoppers four times your size? Poor Flik and his ant colony have been
bullied all of their lives! Come help the ants overcome the grasshopper meanies at this fun, interactive
screening. Anderson-Foothill Branch Library and Corinne and Jack Sweet Branch Library 7:00 p.m.

Summer Reading Program: A Very Buggy Readers Theater
Join the Library Book Worms for an evening of "bug-tastic" stories--you'll laugh, you'll cry, and you may
even fall in love...with a bug! Main Library   7:00 p.m.

Reading Bugs Me!
Catch the Reading Bug with Mont Dutson Mont Magic’s tricks and Dr. Seuss’s Bingle Bug, Zippo the
Circus Fly and “Buggsie” a live white bunny! When a silkworm and a spider have a contest to see who
spins the strongest thread, they’ll be surprised to find out who wins. This is for ages 6 and up, 7pm at
Holladay Library

Scales and Tails
Families are invited to Bingham Creek Library to interact with scorpions, tarantulas, snakes, lizards and
turtles. 7pm

·        10 Tuesday
Summer Reading Program: Buggly Bugs--A Story Event
Three professional storytellers tell fun, silly stories about bugs and insects. Chapman Branch Library 7:
00 p.m.

American Girls Club
Book group.   7:00pm for ages 8-12. Barnes and Noble at Fort Union. 7119 S. 1300 East

Magic Tree House Kids Club
Pre Registration Required. Call 282-1613. Ages 7 and older. Barnes and Noble at Jordan Landing

Backyard Safari
Everyone can create fun buggy crafts at Bingham Creek Library. New Craft each week. Drop in anytime
between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.

·        11 Wednesday
Summer Reading Program:
A Bug's Life--An Interactive Movie
Have you ever been bullied by grasshoppers four times your size? Poor Flik and his ant colony have been
bullied all of their lives! Come help the ants overcome the grasshopper meanies at this fun, interactive
screening. Day Riverside Branch Library
2:00 p.m.

Creative Kids See the 4th for detail.

Magna Chess Club
4::30 until 8pm. Magna Library

Great Reads for Girls
Ages 8-12. Read this months selection and join our book club for girls and their mothers or other caring
adults. Book talk, treats, and a craft activity.   7pm at Sandy Library

Magic Tree House Book Club
7pm at Barnes and Noble at The Pointe in Murray. Ages 8-12.

Arts in the Park
Children ages 5-12 can come to Fitts Park Wednesday afternoons and take part in a free craft activity or
make a treat to take home. The activity is limited to 30 children; first come, first served. Meet in the
Willow Pavilion. 412-3217 1-2pm. 3050 South 500 East

       12 Thursday
Summer Reading Program: HawkWatch
How do we know our environment is healthy? Scientists look at many indicators to understand
ecosystem health: water quality, animal populations, and interactions between organisms and their
environments. At HawkWatch International, scientists count raptors. Find out more about the science
raptors and what they teach us about our shared environment. For grades 3 and up. Sprague Branch
Library 2:00 p.m.

Storytime in the Park
Meet us at the Lindsey Gardens playground (9th Ave. & M Street) for stories and fun! Corinne and
Jack Sweet Branch Library 3:00 p.m.

Magic Tree House Book Club
7pm at Barnes and Noble in Sugarhouse. Ages 8-12.

A Bug’s Eye View
Park Library invites school-aged children to join them in learning about amazing insects with Christy Bills,
entomologist of the Utah Museum of Natural History. No registration required. 10:30am.

·        13 Friday
Summer Reading Program: A Bug's Life--An Interactive Movie
Have you ever been bullied by grasshoppers four times your size? Poor Flik and his ant colony have been
bullied all of their lives! Come help the ants overcome the grasshopper meanies at this fun, interactive
screening. Main Library 2:00 p.m.

Amazing Me! See the 6th for details.

After Hogwarts
7pm, ages 8-12 Barnes and Noble at Sugarhouse

·        14 Saturday
Judy Moody (and Stink) Day
At The King’s English Bookstore, they love Judy Moody (and Stink!), and bet you do too. So, in
honor of Judy, Stink, and all of their fabulous adventures, you are invited to JUDY MOODY (&
STINK) DAY! Join in for lots of Moody fun: Activities, refreshments, and of course the wonderful
Judy Moody and Stink books, will all be on hand! 11am http://kingsenglish.booksense.
com/NASApp/store/IndexJsp

Summer Reading Program: HawkWatch
How do we know our environment is healthy? Scientists look at many indicators to understand
ecosystem health: water quality, animal populations, and interactions between organisms and their
environments. At HawkWatch International, scientists count raptors. Find out more about the science
raptors and what they teach us about our shared environment. For grades 3 and up. Anderson-Foothill
Branch Library 2:00 p.m.

·        15 Sunday

·        16 Monday
Summer Reading Program: The Luck o' the Irish or Just Dumb Luck?
by Paradise Puppetworks   It's almost spring equinox and Paddy McFee, 302-year-old senior leprechaun
and sole guardian of the gold, has inconveniently chosen this particular time to fade over. What to do?
Come and find out! Day Riverside Branch Library 7:00 p.m.

Summer Reading Program: A Bug's Life--An Interactive Movie
Have you ever been bullied by grasshoppers four times your size? Poor Flik and his ant colony have been
bullied all of their lives! Come help the ants overcome the grasshopper meanies at this fun, interactive
screening. Sprague Branch Library 7:00 p.m.

Summer Reading Program: HawkWatch
How do we know our environment is healthy? Scientists look at many indicators to understand
ecosystem health: water quality, animal populations, and interactions between organisms and their
environments. At HawkWatch International, scientists count raptors. Find out more about the science
raptors and what they teach us about our shared environment. For grades 3 and up. Corinne and Jack
Sweet Branch Library 7:00 p.m.

·        17 Tuesday
Science Drawing Workshops
Haworth is a board member and passionate supporter of The Leonardo at Library Square, an
organization devoted to the celebration and exploration of science, art, and culture. During her residency,
Haworth will conduct three workshops on science drawing for youth ages 9 to 14. Workshops take place
in the Special Collections Room on Level 4 of the Main Library; materials will be provided.Seating is
limited and registration is required by calling Level 4 at 322-8164. Classes will be held on the 17th, 19th,
and 21st from 2 until 3:30pm. Main Library

Summer Reading Program: Éste es mi México/This is My Mexico Workshop
What do you know about Hispanic heritage? Do you love art? Here's your chance to show your artistic
abilities! Kids ages 7-11 are invited to participate in the children's drawing contest "Éste es mi
México/This is My Mexico." This workshop will briefly discuss Mexican art and artists, and provide you
with supplies to create an entry. Entries should illustrate your thoughts and feelings about Mexico--its
people, culture, history, land. Main Library 2:00 p.m.

Backyard Safari
Everyone can create fun buggy crafts at Bingham Creek Library. New Craft each week. Drop in anytime
between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.

·        18 Wednesday
Summer Reading Program: HawkWatch
How do we know our environment is healthy? Scientists look at many indicators to understand
ecosystem health: water quality, animal populations, and interactions between organisms and their
environments. At HawkWatch International, scientists count raptors. Find out more about the science
raptors and what they teach us about our shared environment. For grades 3 and up. Day Riverside
Branch Library 2:00 p.m.

American Girls Club
7pm at Barnes and Noble at Jordan Landing. Ages 8-12.

Magna Chess Club
4:30 until 8pm. Magna Library

Great Reads for Girls: A Mother/Daughter Book Group
For girls ages 8-12 with Mom, or other caring adult.
Join us for lively discussions, activities, friendship, and FUN!
Sign-up and pick up a booklist at Draper Library Kids' Desk. Call 944-7649 for more information.
Draper Library

Creative Kids See the 4th for detail.

Catch the Reading Bug – “Bug”tastic Programs
Join Herriman Library at 4pm to join in celebrating the wonderful world of bugs, bees, butterflies,
beetles, and spiders. There will be stories, crafts, activities, and games. For ages 5-12.

Arts in the Park
Children ages 5-12 can come to Fitts Park Wednesday afternoons and take part in a free craft activity or
make a treat to take home. The activity is limited to 30 children; first come, first served. Meet in the
Willow Pavilion. 412-3217 1-2pm. 3050 South 500 East

·        19 Thursday
Storytime in the Park
Meet us at the Lindsey Gardens playground (9th Ave. & M Street) for stories and fun! Corinne and
Jack Sweet Branch Library 3:00 p.m.

Great Reads for Girls: A Mother Daughter Book Club
Girls ages 8-12 with Mom or other caring adult. Join us for lively discussions, activities, friendship and fun!
Sign up and pick up a "Great Reads" booklist at Magna Library. Call 944-7547 for more information.
7pm Magna Library

American Girls
7pm for ages 8-12 at Barnes and Noble at SouthTowne.

Science Drawing Workshops
Haworth is a board member and passionate supporter of The Leonardo at Library Square, an
organization devoted to the celebration and exploration of science, art, and culture. During her residency,
Haworth will conduct three workshops on science drawing for youth ages 9 to 14. Workshops take place
in the Special Collections Room on Level 4 of the Main Library; materials will be provided.Seating is
limited and registration is required by calling Level 4 at 322-8164. Classes will be held on the 17th, 19th,
and 21st from 2 until 3:30pm. Main Library

·        20 Friday
Summer Reading Program: A Bug's Life--An Interactive Movie
Have you ever been bullied by grasshoppers four times your size? Poor Flik and his ant colony have been
bullied all of their lives! Come help the ants overcome the grasshopper meanies at this fun, interactive
screening. Chapman Branch Library 2:00 p.m.

Dance, Dance Revolution
From 3-4pm whose 8-12 can play DDR at Bingham Creek Library.

Amazing Me! See the 6th for details.

Bugs in a Box
Kids 7-8 are invited to Draper Library at 4pm to find out How many bugs you can fit in a box. Join first
grade teacher, and fabulous book making friend Joani Richardson and make a delightful "Bugs in a Box"
book of your very own! Bug-tastic! Registration required.

·       21 Saturday
Summer Reading Program: Buggly Bugs--A Story Event
Three professional storytellers tell fun, silly stories about bugs and insects. Main Library
2:00 p.m.

Science Drawing Workshops
Haworth is a board member and passionate supporter of The Leonardo at Library Square, an
organization devoted to the celebration and exploration of science, art, and culture. During her residency,
Haworth will conduct three workshops on science drawing for youth ages 9 to 14. Workshops take place
in the Special Collections Room on Level 4 of the Main Library; materials will be provided.Seating is
limited and registration is required by calling Level 4 at 322-8164. Classes will be held on the 17th, 19th,
and 21st from 2 until 3:30pm. Main Library

·        22 Sunday
Summer Reading Program: Bugged--Irritating Tales
from Obee City   The Starry-Eyed Puppets present incredible insect tales. Sprague Branch Library
2:00 p.m.

·        23 Monday

·        24 Tuesday
Summer Reading Program: HawkWatch
How do we know our environment is healthy? Scientists look at many indicators to understand
ecosystem health: water quality, animal populations, and interactions between organisms and their
environments. At HawkWatch International, scientists count raptors. Find out more about the science
raptors and what they teach us about our shared environment. For grades 3 and up. Main Library 2:00 p.m.

Backyard Safari
Everyone can create fun buggy crafts at Bingham Creek Library. New Craft each week. Drop in anytime
between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.

·        25 Wednesday
Summer Reading Program: The Buzz on Insects
The strange, the weird, the truly awesome, and the horrifically grotesque?learn facts about the world of
insects at this creepy-crawly program. Get ready to be grossed out!
Day Riverside Branch Library 2:00 p.m.

Magna Chess Club
4::30 until 8pm. Magna Library

Arts in the Park
Children ages 5-12 can come to Fitts Park Wednesday afternoons and take part in a free craft activity or
make a treat to take home. The activity is limited to 30 children; first come, first served. Meet in the
Willow Pavilion. 412-3217 1-2pm. 3050 South 500 East

Creative Kids See the 4th for detail.

·        26 Thursday
American Girls Club
For readers 8-12 at 7pm at Barnes and Noble in Sugarhouse.

Summer Reading Program: No Girls Allowed!
Shhh, this is top-secret! Hey guys, are you tired of those fluffy, feel-good fairy programs? Are you a fan
of Captain Underpants, relay races, or both? Do you think barfing marshmallows and making slime are the
best? Then come to our "No Girls Allowed" program! With stories, puppets, and crazy activities, we'll
celebrate all the great things about being a guy. Leave your mamas at the door! For ages 8-12.
Registration required: Sprague Branch, 594-8640. Sprague Branch Library 2:00 p.m.

Storytime in the Park
Meet us at the Lindsey Gardens playground (9th Ave. & M Street) for stories and fun! Corinne and
Jack Sweet Branch Library 3:00 p.m.

·        27 Friday
After-School Storytime: Karaoke
Come sing us a tune! Chapman Branch Library 3:00 p.m.

Amazing Me! See the 6th for details.

·        28 Saturday
Summer Reading Program: Learn to Juggle
The spectacular Wasatch Front Jugglers put on a show and then teach you how to juggle! Anderson-
Foothill Branch Library 2:00 p.m.

·        29 Sunday

·        30 Monday
Summer Reading Program: Groom Your Room -- Magnets & Switch Plate Covers
Make personalized magnets and a colorful light switch cover to liven up your room. For ages 6-12.
Registration required: Anderson-Foothill Branch, 594-8611. Anderson-Foothill Branch Library 2:00
p.m.