Being a new parent does not have to be unnerving. You can guide your children from the terrible twos to the terrible teens without becoming "undone."
Parklands has a selection of books that will not only hold your interest, but will give you great advice on understanding and connecting with your children from toddler to teen.
Come out and join Maryanne Pollock as she presents a comic book character drawing workshop that is sure to be lots of fun.
Ages 6-12.
Thursday, August 11, at 2 p.m.
The Parklands-Turner Library sincerely regrets the cancellation of "Brazil for Kids," originally scheduled for presentation on Tuesday, July 19. The Brazilian Embassy has graciously provided books about Brazil, so library users may pick up a free book during their next visit to the Parklands-Turner Library.
At a later date to be announced, a story hour featuring the country of Brazil will be offered.
Learn about Japan and Japanese culture, from the Japan-American Society of Washington, D.C., through hands-on activities and demonstrations. Hear stories about the daily school life of Japanese children, learn a basic Japanese greeting and counting, and discover the basic geography of Japan.
Ages 2-12.
The DC Free Summer Meals Program provides nutritious meals and snacks to low-income children (ages 18 and under) during June, July and August.
Coyaba Dance Theater
Tuesday, July 19, 11 a.m.
Brazil for Kids - Brazilian Embassy
Tuesday, July 19, 2 p.m., Ages 6-12
Kami and the Yaks by Andrea by Stenn Styer: American Sign Language Story Time
Tuesday, July 26, 10:30 a.m., Ages 5-12
Travel the World with the a Librarian - Poland
Librarian Story Times
Friday, July 22, 10:30 a.m., Ages birth - 5
Knit-Wits Knitting & Crocheting will still be offered as follows:
Class
Every Monday from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Club
Every Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Join us to learn new patterns and techniques, just in time for fall 2011 creations!
Need an incentive to complete that cleaning project you began this spring, or are you tired of listening to the same radio broadcast daily as you drive to and from work? Try audiobooks. Following are titles that just may help you finish your spring cleaning or get you through the next traffic jam:
Andrews, Helena. Bitch Is the New Black. This addictive memoir explores the roller coaster of being educated and single while trying to become an "actual adult" and find love. A film adaptation is in the works.
Calling all James Patterson readers... Come discuss one of Patterson's latest... Toys! We will be discussing this thriller on Tuesday, May 10. This page turner is absolutely "the best."
Join us!
Here are some great books to read for Black History Month 2011:
