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A D V E N T U R E B E G I N S A TA D V E N T U R E B E G I N S A TSUMMER 2024 PROGRAMSSUMMER 2024 PROGRAMS5310 W Layton AveGreenfield, WI 53220 (414)321-9595 www.greenfieldlibrary.orgAll Programs are free and do not require registration unlessotherwise stated.https://www.instagram.com/greenfieldlibrarywi/Facebook.com/greenfieldpubliclibrary Library HoursMonday-Thursday: 9:00 AM-8:30 PMFriday: 9:00 AM-6:00 PMSaturday: 9:00 AM-4:00 PMSunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PMCLOSED Sundays Memorial Day - Labor DayMay 25-27July 4August 31-September 2November 28-December 1December 24-25December 31Library Closures in 2024

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Rhythm & Rhyme Time Mondays, 9:30-10:00 AM and 10:30-11:00 AMJune 3 – July 29 (no program June 24) Join us for 30 minutes of songs and rhymes to encourage singing,dancing, and playing. Nursery rhymes have never been so fun!Summer Reading ChallengesJune 1 – August 3Book lovers of all ages can participate in our Summer Reading Challenge.Sign up and log your progress at greenfieldlibrary.beanstack.org or pick upa reading log at the Adult Reference Desk or Children’s Desk. Read atleast 15 minutes a day, five days a week, to earn an entry (one per week)into our grand prize drawings. All participants will receive a water bottleat their first check-in and stickers to decorate their water bottle at eachweekly check-in.CHILDREN & FAMILY PROGRAMS CHILDREN & FAMILY PROGRAMS Lap Sit Story TimeTuesdays, 9:30-10:00 AM and 10:30-11:00 AM June 4 – July 30 (no program June 25) Join us for a half-hour of stories, rhymes, and sillysongs. It’s the best way for any child to start the day!Recommended for ages 6 months-3 years, but ALLages are welcome! Stream movies, documentaries, foreign films, and more for free. Available to City of Greenfield residents only. Limit of 10downloads per month. Ancestry - Includes more than 1.5 million names inrecords from the United States Census, Military,Court, church records, and directories. (In LibraryUse Only)BadgerLink - Wisconsin's online resource for over 40 databases including Encyclopedia Britannica, Novelist, Consumer Reports, and more!Gale Courses - Provides access to over 360 onlinecourses on multiple topics of interest, including careertraining programs!Instantly download books, audiobooks, movies and tv shows. Cardholders are limited to four (4)checkouts per month.Libby is the reading app for your library powered by Overdrive. BorroweBooks and audiobooks. Visit Wisconsin Digital Library for access viacomputer at wplc.overdrive.comExplore Milwaukee history through local news, events, and peoplewith this collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only publishedonline. Also available remotely 24/7 for Greenfield residents on anydevice.Open up a world of languages to young learners! Learn Chinese,English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish. Available throughTransparent Language Online. Learn a new language with Transparent Language. With coursesin over 100 languages, Transparent Language offers an effectiveand fun tool for learners of all levels. They even have Englishcourses in 26 different languages. Digital Services available at https://greenfieldlibrary.org/

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Toddler Story TimeWednesdays, 10:30-11:00 AMJune 5 – July 31Join Ms. Christine for stories, songs, and fun activities!Recommended for ages 1-3 years, but all ages are welcome!Caregivers stay with children during the program.Parachute PlayThursdays, 9:30-10:00 AM June 6 – August 1 (no program July 4)Join Ms. Christine for songs, games, and activities featuring ourcolorful parachute! Recommended for ages 1-4 years, but all agesare welcome! Caregivers are encouraged to participate and help theparachute fly.Acting out with Mr. Mark - NEW!!!! (best suited for kids ages 7-10)Thursday, 3:30-4:30 PM June 13 - July 18 (no program July 4)Calling all young thespians between the ages of seven and ten. Joinus at the library to select and perform a fun, one-act play! Parents,this is a way for your kiddos to improve their reading skills over thesummer and make new friends. The program takes place in theCommunity Room. There will be a performance of the play on July18. CHILDREN & FAMILYCHILDREN & FAMILYStorytelling with Mr. MarkThursdays, 10:30-11:00 AM & 6:30-7:00 PM June 6 – August 1Join Mr. Mark for a weekly storytelling adventure! Sail the seas likepirates, travel on a rocket to outer space, visit the Wild West, and so muchmore through stories. Open to all ages. Your adventure awaits in thechildren’s library! Caregivers stay with kids. Tiny Art ShowDisplay your artistic talents in our Tiny Art Show! Starting Thursday,May 30, register online (www.greenfieldlibrary.org/adults/programs-events/) to pick up a tiny art kit containing everything you’ll need tocreate your own mini-masterpiece. Kits include a 3”x3” canvas,acrylic paint, and brushes and will be available starting Thursday,June 6. Participants will be emailed when the kits are ready to bepicked up. Return your completed art to be displayed at the library byFriday, June 28. The tiny art will be on exhibit for the month of July.Artists can pick up art at the conclusion of the Tiny Art Show onFriday, August 2. Open to anyone 13 years and older.ADULT PROGRAMSJigsaw Puzzle League (GPL-JPL)June 1 – August 31Can’t get enough jigsaw puzzling action?!? How about a league?!?Create a team of no more than four puzzlers and take on three 500-piece puzzles that must be completed onsite between June 1 andAugust 31. Want to do them all in the first three days of June?!? Gofor it! Want to space it out? Awesome! We will time you, and the teamwith the lowest combined time will win the grand prize! Contact Phil atphils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more detailsand to register your team.Greenfield Library Art FairSunday, July 28, 10:00 AM-2:00 PMKonkel Park, 5151 W Layton AveJoin us for the 6th Annual Greenfield Library Art Fair! In collaborationwith the Greenfield Farmer’s Market, the Art Fair will be held atKonkel ParkStop; check out the art and support local artists! If you areinterested in participating, please get in touch with Gloria atgloriam@greenfieldwi.us for more information.

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Kid Crafts to Go (virtual program using Facebook)Wednesdays, 1:30–2:30 PM | June 5 – July 31facebook.com/greenfieldpubliclibraryEach week, materials for two new crafts will be available for pickup atthe Children's Desk. Instructions will be posted on our Facebookpage on Wednesdays at 1:30 PM. Videos will stay up so kids can getcrafting when ready. Registration is required through the Facebookevent link at the website www.greenfieldlibrary.org/kids-and-families/programs-events.php. Registration will open one week inadvance.Outdoor Family Story Time Sundays, 11:00-11:30 AM | June 9 & July 7Join Miss Gloria and Mr. Mark during the Greenfield Farmer'sMarket for two special outdoor story times in June and July!Appropriate for children of all ages and family members. Caregiversstay with children under 8. In the case of inclement weather, theprogram will be canceled.Kids Anime Club [ages 8-11]Third Tuesday of the Month, 3:00-4:00 PM | June 18 & July 16Calling all young anime fans! Come to the library once a month towatch anime on our big screen, make anime-themed crafts, andenjoy Japanese snacks. Registration is encouraged but not required.Register online. Register online at www.greenfieldlibrary.org/kids-and-families/programs-events.php.BOOK DISCUSSIONSAdult Book DiscussionSecond Wednesday of the Month, 7:00-8:00 PM June 12 & July 10Meet us at the library to talk books, or join the discussion on Zoom!For the Zoom meeting link, contact Emily at emilya@greenfieldwi.us.June 12: The Ride of Her Life: The True Story of a Woman, Her Horse, andTheir Last-Chance Journey Across America by Elizabeth LettsJuly 10: After Annie by Anna QuindlenHistory Book ClubFourth Tuesday of the Month, 7:00-8:00 PM June 25 & July 23The History Book Club is a critical yet social conversation for thosewho enjoy learning about and discussing history. All are welcome,even those who do not read but enjoy history! We will meet at thelibrary or join the session via Zoom! Contact Phil atphils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more detailsand to register. June 25: Alexander the Great: His Life and His Mysterious Death byAnthony EverittJuly 23: The Pope Who Would Be King: The Exile of Pius IX and theEmergence of Modern Europe by David KertzerCHILDREN & FAMILYCHILDREN & FAMILYLEGO Club Mondays, 1:30-2:30 PM | June 10 – July 29Kids of all ages are welcome to join LEGO Club! We’ll have a themeor challenge, build our creations, and display them in the Children’sLibrary. LEGOs will be provided.

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Big Brain Trivia Night Thursday, June 20, 6:30-8:00 PMPut your thinking caps on and bring some friends for anintense battle of wits via our team trivia. Do you have theanswers? You had better! Plus, gift cards for the winners!Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595ext. 4116 for more details.Bluey Blast Tuesday, June 11, 1:30-2:30 PMLet’s play like Bluey and family with crafts,games, and other fun. For real life, it will be ablast!Summer Reading Kick-Off Carnival Saturday, June 8, 1:30-3:00 PMFamilies are invited to play games, win prizes, makecrafts, and eat cotton candy! Don’t forget to sign upfor our all-ages Summer Reading ChallengeGame Show Gurus Thursday, June 27, 6:00-7:00 PMParticipate in a real, live game show! Thisinteractive, all-ages event will featurechallenges, trivia, and friendlycompetition.Dragon Training Academy Thursday, June 20, 1:30-2:30 PMTime traveler Brock Barnabas will teach us how totrain dragons! Stick around for a meet-and-greet andphotos with Brock’s favorite animatronic dragon.Mark Hayward, Comedy Yo-Yo Guy Tuesday, July 16, 6:00-7:00 PMBring the whole family for a yo-yo, juggling, and comedyextravaganza hosted by Mark Hayward! After the show,Mark will have affordable yo-yos available for sale.CHILDREN & FAMILYCHILDREN & FAMILYOpen Acoustic JamsFirst Wednesday of the Month, 6:00-7:30 PM June 5, July 3, August 7Grab your guitar, banjo, ukulele, or other unplugged instruments andbring them to the Greenfield Library. Bring friends and play with fellowcommunity members. Can’t fit your piano through the door? Play ours!Can’t play? Stomp and sing along! Let’s make some great musictogether! Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext.4116 for more details.Write Club: A Club for WritersLast Wednesday of the Month, 6:30-8:00 PM June 26 & July 31This peer-supported writing group provides experiencedand novice writers the chance to discuss the craft ofwriting, do some writing exercises, and celebrate one ofour favorite pastimes. From bloggers to novelists topoets and beyond, writers of all ages and backgroundsare welcome. Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or(414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details.ADULT PROGRAMSAdult Take and Make Craft Kits One Thursday a Month at 6:00 PM - June 13, July 11, August 15Each kit contains supplies and instructions to complete a craft. Kits arelimited to 2 per person per household. Available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No registration is required.

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Matinee MoviesWednesdays, 1:00 PM June 12 – July 31PAW Patrol PartyTuesday, July 30, 1:30-2:30 PMCalling all pups! Join us for some PAW Patrol fun with crafts,activities, photos, and a race to save the day!End of Summer Bubble PartyThursday, August 8, 1:30-3:00 PMCelebrate the end of the summer reading program withgames, activities, and BUBBLES! Stick around for thesummer reading grand prize drawings.French 101Thursday, July 18, 5:00-6:00 PMEver thought about learning French or teaching it to your kids?Check out this fun basic French language workshop suitable forcurious learners of all ages. You will be introduced to fun wordsand useful simple phrases to incorporate French culture into yourlife. Participants will also be introduced to Transparent LanguageOnline, a free language resource from the library!Fairytale Birthday Company Princess PartyTuesday, July 23, 1:30-2:30 PMPrincesses (and princes!) of all ages are invited to a specialafternoon with Fairytale Birthday Company! Two princesses fromyour favorite tales will sing songs, tell stories, and take photoswith us.CHILDREN & FAMILYCHILDREN & FAMILYTWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMSTWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMSTeen Anime Club [ages 12-18]Second Friday of the Month, 3:00-4:30 PMJune 14 & July 12Watch anime on our big screen, create anime-themed crafts, munch onJapanese snacks, and discuss all things anime with your friends!Registration is encouraged but not required. Register online atwww.greenfieldlibrary.org/teens/programs-events.php.See some great films at Greenfield Library’s Wednesday MatineeMovies! Persons under 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent orguardian for R-rated films. Contact Librarian Phil with questions atphils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116. ADULT PROGRAMSTheme: Movies That Feel Like SummerJune 12 — Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) (PG-13—1:43 minutes)June 19 — American Graffiti (1973) (PG—1:50 minutes )June 26 — A League of Their Own (1992) (PG—2:08 minutes)July 3 — Stand By Me (1986) (R—1:29 minutes)* Rated R for language July 10 — What About Bob? (1991) (PG—1:39 minutes)July 24 — The Sandlot (1993) (PG—1:41 minutes)July 17 — Jaws (1975) (PG—2:04 minutes)July 31 — Little Miss Sunshine (2006) (R—1:41 minutes)*Rated R for language, some sex, and drug content

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Teen Volunteer Hours [Ages 12-18] Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 PMJune 4 – July 30Calling all teen volunteers! Join us every Tuesday in June andJuly to help Teen Librarian Daphne with fun projects.Teen Escape Room [Ages 12-18]Fourth Wednesday of the Month, 5:30-6:30 PM June 26 & July 24Do you love collecting clues, solving mysteries, and completing aseries of puzzles within one hour? If so, then sign up for TeenEscape Room. Space is limited. Registration is required and closesone week before the event. Register online atwww.greenfieldlibrary.org/teens/programs-events.php.June 26: Escape the Cabin [registration closes June 19]July 24: Escape Outer Space [registration closes July 17]Tween & Teen Interactive Movie Night [Ages 8-18]Third Wednesday of the Month, 5:30-7:30 PMJune 19 & July 17Have you ever wanted to watch a movie on the big screen with agroup of people while completing silly actions at very specific times?Such as shaking an egg shaker when the characters notice arattlesnake or a poisonous yellow spotted lizard in the desert (June19) or popping bubble wrap when a certain teen superhero notices aglitch in reality (July 17). Each participant will receive popcorn,instructions, and supplies. Films are rated PG.Tween Munch & Make [Ages 8-12]Second Wednesday of the Month, 4:30-5:30 PMJune 12 & July 10Do you love snacks and crafts? Join us for Tween Munch & Make.All supplies will be provided. Registration required. Register online atwww.greenfieldlibrary.org/teens/programs-events.php.June 12: Fruit Snacks & Shrinky Dink Keychains July 10: Cookies & Paint a Mini-Ceramic PotTWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMSTWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMSA night out with the Milwaukee Milkmen and Your LibraryWednesday, August 14, 6:35 PMLocation: Franklin Field - 7035 S. Ballpark Dr.Franklin, WI 53132Support the Greenfield Public Library and attend aMilwaukee Milkman baseball game! This family-friendly, “fun” raising event includes free parking andis an “udderly” good time! A portion of each ticketsold through the QR code below will be donated tothe library for programming and other game dayactivities. See you there for an affordable evening offamily entertainment!Please note: purchases through the QR code are notaccepted after 4:00 PM on game day.Support Your Library

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Gardening WorkshopsJune 6 & July 11, 6:30-7:30 PMCome and learn about topics pertinent to your property'shealthy garden and landscape. These workshops will be avaluable resource for those participating in our Seed Library.Attendees are also welcome to talk to other gardeners, askquestions, and swap plants!GPL Seed Library - Available While Supplies LastDo you love gardening and seeing your plants grow throughoutthe season until they are ready to harvest? Are you eco-mindedand want to help sustain our ecosystem? We have thousands ofseeds for native Wisconsin plants and heirloom fruits, veggies,and herbs, all of which are available for free to our community,free to our community, and helpful resources. Stop into thelibrary today! Please note that seeds are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and may not be available during the entiregrowing season.Tech HelpAvailable by AppointmentHave a new device and are not sure where to start? Or maybeyou want to stay in contact with your friends and family butaren’t familiar with social media? You can come to Tech Help for1-on-1 private assistance for these and other basic questions!Contact Gabriel at gabriels@greenfieldwi.us and (414) 321-9595ext. 4101 to schedule an appointment.Jigsaw Puzzle Team CompetitionSaturday, June 22, 11:00 AM-2:30 PMGrab some friends and come down to GPL for some intense jigsawpuzzling action. Eight teams will be squaring off to complete a 750-piece puzzle before time runs out. The first team to finish willreceive Game Store Barrister gift cards and the coveted “MissingPiece” trophy. Limber up those fingers and sharpen those eyes:jigsaw puzzling just became REAL! Registration is REQUIRED. Onlyeight team spots (of no more than four puzzlers) are available. EmailPhil at phils@greenfieldwi.us to sign-up. Registration opens June 1.Crime and Punishment Forum NEW!!!!First Monday of the Month, 6:30-7:30 PM June 3 & July 1Raise your hand if you are a true crime fan?!? Love a good truecrime podcast?!? Greenfield Library’s new Crime and PunishmentForum is just for you. Join us and other like-minded individuals totalk about your favorite podcast, TV show, or fascinating factsabout true crime. Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414)321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details.Sheepshead NightSecond Tuesday of the Month, 5:30-7:30 PMJune 11 & July 9The Sheepshead playing community is alive and well in Greenfieldand the library offers these players and newcomers a chance togather at the library to enjoy the beloved card game. Open to allexperience levels!The Greenfield Aces Cribbage ClubFirst & Third Fridays of the Month, 2:00-4:00 PMJune 7 & 21, July 19 (no program July 5)Whether you are just interested in learning to how to play or havewon a few Cribbage tournaments, the Greenfield Aces CribbageClub is a perfect place for players of all levels to come togetherover a classic pastime!ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS

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