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			1 Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! North Branch Library August 1, 2012 Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at North Branch Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 4…	2 Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Only One Laugh and Learn Today! Only One Laugh and Learn Today! Northwest Branch Library August 2, 2012 10:30 am - 11:00 pm On August 2, we will hold the 10:30 Laugh and Learn only. This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035 for more information. X-treme READ Teen Event: Zombie Invasion X-treme READ Teen Event: Zombie Invasion Southwest Branch Library August 2, 2012 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm CHOOSE YOUR SIDE: Join the outnumbered Teasm HAZMAT or transform into a zombie with special effects makeup from professional artists. Zombies need to bring torn/ruined clothes with them and everyone… AMARILLO READS: Native American Nations of the Plains AMARILLO READS: Native American Nations of the Plains Southwest Branch Library August 2, 2012 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm From the Texas Panhandle to the Canadian border, WTAMU History Chair Dr. Byron Pearson describes the culture and history of some of the major Native American Groups of the High Plains.	3 AMARILLO READS: Native American Nations of the Plains AMARILLO READS: Native American Nations of the Plains AMARILLO READS: Native American Nations of the Plains Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Northwest Branch Library August 3, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm We offer two sessions of Laugh and Learn on Friday! Come to either our 10:00 or 11:00 session! This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035 for… Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 3, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am A traditional story time that includes songs or stretches with activities to follow.	4 Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Words of Wonder Words of Wonder East Branch Library August 4, 2012 Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at East Branch Library at either 10:30 AM or 2:30 PM… You Might As Well Read Them: Classic books that Will Never Go Away You Might As Well Read Them: Classic books that Will Never Go Away East Branch Library August 4, 2012 10:00 am - 11:00 am Sheriff Walt Longmire quotes Shakespeare and Dante like an English Professor. Learn from WTAMU English Professor Dr. Monica Smith Hart about the world’s most enduring literature and how it continues… Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! North Branch Library August 4, 2012 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at North Branch Library on Saturdays at 2:30 PM for a great story…
5 Ready, Set, Read! Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister.	6 Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Job Seeker’s Lab Job Seeker’s Lab Downtown Branch Library August 6, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm A library staff member is available to show you how to use the library’s online job resources. Monday morning 10 to 12, and Tuesday evenings 6:30 to 8:30, use a computer… Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 6, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am AMARILLO READS: Western Crime Fighters in Contemporary Film AMARILLO READS: Western Crime Fighters in Contemporary Film Northwest Branch Library August 6, 2012 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Join us for a cinematic example of the Western Crime Fighter Mondays at 6 PM. Call 378-3051 for movie titles. After School Spectacular! Dinosaur Days After School Spectacular! Dinosaur Days Northwest Branch Library August 6, 2012 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dinosaur fun and crafts suitable for all ages!	7 After School Spectacular! Dinosaur Days After School Spectacular! Dinosaur Days After School Spectacular! Dinosaur Days Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Job Seeker’s Lab Job Seeker’s Lab Downtown Branch Library August 7, 2012 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm A library staff member is available to show you the library’s online job resources. Monday morning 10 to 12, and Tuesday evenings 6:30 to 8:30, use a computer to create… PJ Story time PJ Story time Northwest Branch Library August 7, 2012 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at Northwest Branch Library on Tuesday evenings in your PJs for…	8 PJ Story time PJ Story time Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! North Branch Library August 8, 2012 Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at North Branch Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 4…	9 Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Northwest Branch Library August 9, 2012 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Now we offer two sessions of Laugh and Learn on Thursday! Come to either our 10:30 or 11:30 session! This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035…	10 Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Northwest Branch Library August 10, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm We offer two sessions of Laugh and Learn on Friday! Come to either our 10:00 or 11:00 session! This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035 for… Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 10, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am A traditional story time that includes songs or stretches with activities to follow.	11 Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Words of Wonder Words of Wonder East Branch Library August 11, 2012 Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at East Branch Library at either 10:30 AM or 2:30 PM… AMARILLO READS: Evolution of the Western Hero AMARILLO READS: Evolution of the Western Hero North Branch Library August 11, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm The strong, silent lawman is one of the most iconic characters in American literature. Join WTAMU’s Dr. Alex Hunt–J. Evetts Haley Professor of Western Studies–for a look at how this… Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! North Branch Library August 11, 2012 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at North Branch Library on Saturdays at 2:30 PM for a great story…
12 Ready, Set, Read! Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister.	13 Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Job Seeker’s Lab Job Seeker’s Lab Downtown Branch Library August 13, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm A library staff member is available to show you how to use the library’s online job resources. Monday morning 10 to 12, and Tuesday evenings 6:30 to 8:30, use a computer… Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 13, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am AMARILLO READS: Western Crime Fighters in Contemporary Film AMARILLO READS: Western Crime Fighters in Contemporary Film Northwest Branch Library August 13, 2012 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Join us for a cinematic example of the Western Crime Fighter Mondays at 6 PM. Call 378-3051 for movie titles. Family Fun Night! Family Fun Night! East Branch Library August 13, 2012 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm An evening of fun, family board games. Pajama Time Story Time offered for younger kids!	14 Family Fun Night! Family Fun Night! Family Fun Night! Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Job Seeker’s Lab Job Seeker’s Lab Downtown Branch Library August 14, 2012 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm A library staff member is available to show you the library’s online job resources. Monday morning 10 to 12, and Tuesday evenings 6:30 to 8:30, use a computer to create… PJ Story time PJ Story time Northwest Branch Library August 14, 2012 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at Northwest Branch Library on Tuesday evenings in your PJs for…	15 PJ Story time PJ Story time Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! North Branch Library August 15, 2012 Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at North Branch Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 4…	16 Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 16, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am A traditional story time that includes songs or stretches with activities to follow. Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Northwest Branch Library August 16, 2012 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Now we offer two sessions of Laugh and Learn on Thursday! Come to either our 10:30 or 11:30 session! This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035… AMARILLO READS: A Conversation with Craig Johnson AMARILLO READS: A Conversation with Craig Johnson August 16, 2012 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for a conversation with Craig Johnson, author of the Sheriff Walt Longmire series at the Globe-News Center for the Performin Arts. Coffee and Book Signing to follow.	17 AMARILLO READS: A Conversation with Craig Johnson AMARILLO READS: A Conversation with Craig Johnson AMARILLO READS: A Conversation with Craig Johnson Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Northwest Branch Library August 17, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm We offer two sessions of Laugh and Learn on Friday! Come to either our 10:00 or 11:00 session! This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035 for… Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 17, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am A traditional story time that includes songs or stretches with activities to follow.	18 Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Words of Wonder Words of Wonder East Branch Library August 18, 2012 Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at East Branch Library at either 10:30 AM or 2:30 PM… Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! North Branch Library August 18, 2012 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at North Branch Library on Saturdays at 2:30 PM for a great story…
19 Ready, Set, Read! Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister.	20 Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Job Seeker’s Lab Job Seeker’s Lab Downtown Branch Library August 20, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm A library staff member is available to show you how to use the library’s online job resources. Monday morning 10 to 12, and Tuesday evenings 6:30 to 8:30, use a computer… Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 20, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am Craft Demonstration: In the Frame Craft Demonstration: In the Frame Downtown Branch Library August 20, 2012 10:00 am - 11:30 am From whimsical to glamorous, Program Specialist Cynthia Hunt demonstrates how to design and create custom frames for your favorite snapshots. You can even get ideas for frame for your Pets… After School Spectacular! Potato Crafts After School Spectacular! Potato Crafts Northwest Branch Library August 20, 2012 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Fun for the whole family!	21 After School Spectacular! Potato Crafts After School Spectacular! Potato Crafts After School Spectacular! Potato Crafts After School Spectacular! Potato Crafts After School Spectacular! Potato Crafts Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Saturday Cartoons Saturday Cartoons Southwest Branch Library August 21, 2012 9:30 am - 10:30 am Join us for cartoons every other Saturday in June and July. Call 359-2088 for more information. eReader Workshop! eReader Workshop! North Branch Library August 21, 2012 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Whether you already have an eReader or are thinking about buying one, come learn more about how to borrow library ebooks on OverDrive. You can even try out different devices… Job Seeker’s Lab Job Seeker’s Lab Downtown Branch Library August 21, 2012 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm A library staff member is available to show you the library’s online job resources. Monday morning 10 to 12, and Tuesday evenings 6:30 to 8:30, use a computer to create… PJ Story time PJ Story time Northwest Branch Library August 21, 2012 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at Northwest Branch Library on Tuesday evenings in your PJs for…	22 PJ Story time PJ Story time PJ Story time Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! North Branch Library August 22, 2012 Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at North Branch Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 4… Killer Reads Killer Reads Southwest Branch Library August 22, 2012 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm During the some-and-go event, Proam Specialist Cynthia Hunt offers a look and NEW and NEW-TO-YOU mysteries. In honor of the Dog Days of Summer, the featured sub-genre is Dog Lover…	23 Killer Reads Killer Reads Killer Reads Killer Reads Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 23, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am A traditional story time that includes songs or stretches with activities to follow. Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Northwest Branch Library August 23, 2012 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Now we offer two sessions of Laugh and Learn on Thursday! Come to either our 10:30 or 11:30 session! This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035… Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library August 23, 2012 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm Join us for a good conversation about a great book! This month’s title is Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe.	24 Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Northwest Branch Library August 24, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm We offer two sessions of Laugh and Learn on Friday! Come to either our 10:00 or 11:00 session! This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035 for… Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 24, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am A traditional story time that includes songs or stretches with activities to follow.	25 Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Words of Wonder Words of Wonder East Branch Library August 25, 2012 Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at East Branch Library at either 10:30 AM or 2:30 PM… Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! North Branch Library August 25, 2012 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at North Branch Library on Saturdays at 2:30 PM for a great story…
26 Ready, Set, Read! Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister.	27 Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Job Seeker’s Lab Job Seeker’s Lab Downtown Branch Library August 27, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm A library staff member is available to show you how to use the library’s online job resources. Monday morning 10 to 12, and Tuesday evenings 6:30 to 8:30, use a computer… Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 27, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am	28 Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Fourth Tuesday book Club Fourth Tuesday book Club Southwest Branch Library August 28, 2012 11:00 am - 12:00 pm This month’s title is The Art of Fielding by Chad Harbach. Job Seeker’s Lab Job Seeker’s Lab Downtown Branch Library August 28, 2012 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm A library staff member is available to show you the library’s online job resources. Monday morning 10 to 12, and Tuesday evenings 6:30 to 8:30, use a computer to create… PJ Story time PJ Story time Northwest Branch Library August 28, 2012 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at Northwest Branch Library on Tuesday evenings in your PJs for…	29 PJ Story time PJ Story time Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! North Branch Library August 29, 2012 Research shows kids who attend library story times read earlier and are better prepared to start school! Join us at North Branch Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 4…	30 Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! Ready, Set, Read! Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 30, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am A traditional story time that includes songs or stretches with activities to follow. Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Northwest Branch Library August 30, 2012 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Now we offer two sessions of Laugh and Learn on Thursday! Come to either our 10:30 or 11:30 session! This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035…	31 Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Lunchtime Book Club Downtown Branch Library January 1, 1970 12:00 am – April 30, 2013 1:30 pm This month’s title is The Lost Art of Mixing by Erica Bauermeister. Laugh and Learn Laugh and Learn Northwest Branch Library August 31, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm We offer two sessions of Laugh and Learn on Friday! Come to either our 10:00 or 11:00 session! This program is filled with music, finger play, and learning! Call 359-2035 for… Books and Boogie Books and Boogie Southwest Branch Library August 31, 2012 10:00 am - 10:30 am A traditional story time that includes songs or stretches with activities to follow.