This Week from the Library June 14, 2019

Catch Your Pet Reading

June 10-23 — Show off your furry friends. Post a photo of your pet "reading" a library book on our Facebook page for a chance to be featured in our Friends of the Library fundraiser calendar. In addition, two lucky entries will win a prize bag for their dog or cat. Here's how to play:

1. Post your photo to our Facebook page. Include your pet's name and tell us what they like to "read.” Photos must include the pet posing with a book to be considered for the calendar contest.

2. Winners for the prize bag drawing will be randomly selected on June 24.

3. Vote for your favorite photos. Voting for the calendar contest will begin on June 24 and run through July 6th. Voting will take place inside the library. You may vote for your favorites up to once per day. The top 12 pets will earn a place in our 2020 calendar and a free copy of the calendar, courtesy of the Friends of the Library.

Iowa State Insect Zoo

10:30 a.m. to noon, Monday — Iowa State University entomologists share insects from around the world at this drop-in style program. No registration required. All ages welcome.

DIY @ the Library: Painted Ombre Flower Pots

6 p.m. Monday — Paint your own ceramic ombre flower pot at this fun craft program for adults. All materials provided. A free ticket is required to attend this event. You may pick up your ticket at the library circulation desk on June 17, beginning at 5:30 p.m.. Participants must be present to claim a ticket. Ages 18 and older.

Beals Family Music

10:30 a.m. Tuesday — The Real Beals are a mechanical One Man Band husband and wife team. Jeff wears a custom made backpack drum kit and plays guitar. His wife Nancy joins in with vocals. Together they sound like a full-sized band. Their children's program includes lively, interactive music that is educational and fun. No registration required. This program is appropriate for children of all ages and their families.

Teen DIY Slime

6 p.m. Tuesday — Join our Youth Services Librarian for a fun slime making program. Attendees will make several varieties of slime, using different recipes. Call 641-792-4108 to register. Grades 5 and older.

Duke Otherwise in Concert

1 p.m. June 20 — Join musician, Duke Otherwise for guitar music, tap shoes, and hilarious original songs that kids of all ages will enjoy. No registration required.

Teen Brush Lettering

6 p.m. June 20 — Join this fun brush lettering class with Tristan of TJM Design Co. Call 641-792-4108 to register. Grades 9-12.