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Around the World with the Monterey Public Library

November: Australia
Join us in the Library for a celebration of world cultures
now through May 2010! We will be exploring the countries and cultures
of the world in song, dance, story and play each month.
Ettamogah Wildlife Sanctuary
Visit Australian animals, & get fun Aussie activities, recipes and songs!
November Flyer (PDF)

No Storytimes or Special Events in December - But please visit us in the Library to take part in
weekly crafts celebrating winter holidays in countries all over the world!

Previous S P E C I A L E V E N T S

Thanks for participating!!

2,019,752 kids across the US read this book on the same day!

Read for the Record Day

Visit Eric Carle's Video and Photo Gallery to learn how he does his artwork
Watch a video of Carle's creation of The Very Hungry Caterpillar!
Caterpillar coloring sheet
Caterpillar Crafts!
More, more and more caterpillar and butterfly songs & activities (great for teachers, librarians and parents!)

N O V E M B E R S P E C I A L E V E N T S

Saturday, November 14th
2:00 p.m.

Saturday Storytime
Stories with Karen

Ages 3 & Up

Saturday, November 14th
3:30 p.m.

The Horn Man

Didja ever hear a didgeridoo? Join us as Bill Nemoyten plays horns from 5 continents - With an exciting final surprise!

Ages 4 & Up

Sunday, November 15th
1:30-4:00 p.m.

All- Ages ( 6-106!) Games Fair

Celebrate National Gaming Day in Libraries! Learn about the newest board and video games & enjoy classic games of all kinds. For all experience levels. Learn from volunteer experts and bring your favorite games to share.

Saturday, November 21st
2:00 p.m.

New Baby at Our House

A special storytime for children ages 2 to 8 who are, or will soon be, a new big brother or a big sister. there will be a craft and a little gift for the new siblings too!

No Storytimes or Special Events in December - But please visit us in the Library to take part in
weekly crafts celebrating winter holidays in countries all over the world!

N O V E M B E R S T O R Y T I M E S

Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, November 24th, 7:00 p.m.
"Under an Australian Moon"

For families with children ages 3 and up. Stories, songs and more for sleepyheads.
(Pajamas and Teddy bears or other nighttime buddies welcome!)

Weekly Storytimes

Toddler Storytimes � especially for ages 18-36 months
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.
Preschooler's Storytimes � especially for ages 3-5 years
Tuesdays, 11 a.m.

Mama Lisa's World - Songs and Rhymes from Around the World

Special Saturday Storytime
Saturday, November 14th, 2:00 p.m.
Stories with Karen
Ages 3 and up

Baby and Me Rhymetimes:

For babies and adults who love them. Older siblings ages 2-5 years, and expectant parents are also welcome. Second and fourth Fridays of the month. Join other parents, babies and siblings, for songs, rhymes, stories and activities. Share books and make new friends!

Friday, November 13th - 10:30 a.m
Music & Movement with El Brown of KinderJam

The Library will be closed on Friday, November 27th for Thanksgiving Holiday

Games, Rhymes, Songs, and Lullabies for Babies

No Storytimes or Special Events in December - But please visit us in the Library to take part in
weekly crafts celebrating winter holidays in countries all over the world!

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For more information or to ask a reference question,
E-mail: ysdesk@ci.monterey.ca.us or call the Youth Services Desk at 831.646.3934.

All youth programs are free and open to the public. Groups please call in advance. Library events may be photographed or videotaped by staff for non-commercial promotional use. If you have questions or concerns about this or any other recording, please see a member of the Library staff. The Library does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. If you wish to attend this event and require a hearing amplification device, please contact the Administrative Office at 831.646.5669 at least 72 hours in advance.

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