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Lake Champlain: A Natural History:  The celebration of the Quadricentennial of Lake Champlain gives us a chance to consider the lake not only as a cultural and historic resource but also as a natural resource which we all must steward. Join us for an exploration of the forces that shape Lake Champlain and the creatures that call it home with special focus on issues that affect the lake and how you can make a difference for the lake’s future.  Author, Mike Winslow, will be our speaker.  Following his presentation, his book Lake Champlain: A Natural History will be available for sale and signing. Bring a lunch.  Dessert and cold beverages will be served.
Wednesday, July 8th at noon

A Solar Project on Wheels:  The Solar Bus will visit the library!  The Solar Bus is a demonstration and education project created by The Harmony Institute to promote awareness of biodiesel fuel, vegetable oil as fuel, alternative fuels, energy conservation and the environment. Their mission is not just to tell people, but to show people how it works.  Gary Beckwith will give a presentation in the library, and following the lecture participants will be able to tour the bus and see how the solar panels work. This presentation is for the whole family, young and old, to enjoy.  Bring a lunch.  Dessert and cold beverages will be served.
Wednesday, July 15th at noon

Animal Investigators: Laurel A. Neme, Ph.D., will take us behind the scenes into the only animal forensic lab for wild animals.  Killing wild animals is big business.  While much wildlife trade is legal, a huge black market exists.  Illegal wildlife smuggling can be worth as much as $20 billion annually and ranks just behind drugs and human trafficking as the third largest illegal trade world-wide.  In her new book, ANIMAL INVESTIGATORS: How the World’s First Wildlife Forensics Lab is Solving Crimes and Saving Endangered Species, Neme reveals how forensic scientists and the agents at the first and only animal forensics laboratory in Oregon are working to investigate wildlife crimes, protect endangered species, and stem illegal wildlife trafficking.  The author will be available to sell and sign books following the presentation. Subject matter may not be suitable for children under ten years old. Everyone welcome.
Wednesday, July 22nd at noon

LIBRARY TRIPS THROUGH NOTCH ABOVE TOURS
Tea, Music and Art at the Fiske Farm in Isle La Motte:  Celebrate the good fortune that we have in Vermont.  Travel to the historic Fiske Farm and immerse yourself in Vermont’s countryside with views of lake, mountain and meadow.  Sit back under the shade of an old maple tree and sip ice-cold lemonade while being served tea sandwiches, scones, and fresh-baked cakes.  Enjoy a music performance by “Maple Jam” a capella jazz music. There will be an art show in the barn, featuring photography by Michael Waters.  Celebrate the Quadricentennial with a visit to Isle La Motte, Samuel de Champlain’s first landing place.  Travel in comfort on a luxury motor coach.  Then sit back and enjoy Vermont at its best.  The cost is $50.00 and proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Library Organization.  Call Notch Above Tours today to book your reservation at 1-800-639-2367.
Sunday, August 23rd departing at 10:00 a.m. from The Anchorage Hotel on Dorset Street and returning at approximately 4:45 p.m.

Sullivan Museum and History Center at Norwich University: Explore the rich 200-year history of Norwich University in a 21st century state of the art facility.  The Sullivan Museum was opened in January, 2007 and is located in the Kreitzberg Library.  The museum houses state of the art conservation, storage, and display facilities for the wide variety of Norwich University artifacts and memorabilia.  Items currently displayed cover a wide spectrum of Norwich history, including uniforms worn by Alden Partridge and Alonzo Jackman to pieces from more recent history.  Following the museum tour we will walk across campus for lunch in the Wise Campus Center where we will witness impeccable manners as the “Rooks” partake in “square meal” dining. 
September 9th .We will depart from the Anchorage Inn on Dorset Street at 10 a.m. in a luxury Notch-Above Tours coach and return at 3:00 p.m.  Cost is $47.00 per person.  Proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Library Organization.  Call Notch Above Tours to make reservations at 1-800-639-2367.

LEGISLATIVE FORUMS
South Burlington's state representatives Ann Pugh, Sonny Audette, Helen Head, and Frank Geier will hold a legislative forum on Monday evenings on January 26th, March 30th, April 27th, June 1st & December 7th starting at 7:00 p.m. Topics will include economic development, energy, health care, education, transportation, and more.  This is an opportunity for citizens to voice their questions, concerns and ideas for the 2009 session.

KNITTING
Have you always wanted to learn how to knit? Do you need help in finishing a project? All levels of knitters are welcome - this class is for beginners and for more experienced knitters who want help with their ongoing knitting projects. Kathy Talbert, Instructor.
Every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

 EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION SERIES
Come to participate with other book lovers in these friendly and lively discussions of thought provoking literature.  Naomi Miller will host and facilitate the group meeting.  She will briefly introduce the book by presenting background information about the author, setting, book reviews, suggestions of similar books or other relevant topics.   A limited number of copies of each title are available at the Library one month prior to each meeting. The discussions will be held on Thursdays, at 7:00 p.m. in the Library.  

• July 23rd -The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett

MORNING BOOK DISCUSSION SERIES
Come to participate with other book lovers in these friendly and lively discussions of thought provoking literature.  Naomi Miller will host and facilitate the group meeting.  She will briefly introduce the book by presenting background information about the author, setting, book reviews, suggestions of similar books or other relevant topics.  The discussion will be held on Thursdays, at 10:30 a.m. at The Senior Center at The Pines, 7 Aspen Drive, in South Burlington.  All ages are welcome. A limited number of copies of each title are available at the Library one month prior to each meeting.

• July 9th - The Songcatcher by Sharon McCrumb

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SUMMER

SBCL BOOKMOBILE: "RITA BOOK" - SCHEDULED STOPS:

Rita will not be running June 30th through July 2nd.

Tuesday, July 7th: 4-7 p.m.

• Helen Avenue  & Victory Drive
• Chamberlin School
• Hinesburg Road (Williston to Kennedy Drive)
• Mayfair Park

Wednesday, July 8th: 4 - 7 p.m.

• Queen City Park
• O'Dell Apartments/Farrell Street
• Orchard Road

Thursday, July 9th: 4 - 7 p.m.

• Stonehedge Townhouses
• Pinnacle Drive & Four Sisters
• Crispin & Holbrook
• Dorset Park

Tuesday, July 14th: 4 - 7 p.m.

• Country Club Drive
• Limekiln Apartments
• Dorset Farms

Wednesday, July 15th: 4 - 7 p.m.

• Laurel Hill area/Szymanski Park
• Orchard School
• Olde Orchard Park

Thursday, July 16th: 4 -7 p.m.

• Oak Creek
• Butler Farms
• Dubois & Knoll Circle

Further schedules will be posted for the rest of the summer.

ALL CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS REQUIRE PRE-REGISTRATION.

Toddler Story Time (Ages 1 to 3):  Children’s Librarian, Mrs. Marje Von Ohlsen will engage the children with songs, finger plays, and stories. 
Please pre-register. 
Tuesdays, June 2nd to August 11th at 10:00 a.m.

Story Time for age 4 and older:  Mrs. Marje Von Ohlsen will introduce the children to new authors each week and explore a theme based on the author’s book.  
Please pre-register.
Fridays, June 5th to July 17th at 10:00 a.m. (no story time on July 3rd or 24th)

 Masters in Art with Nancy Wollum:  Children will learn about Sandy Calder, using Vermont author Tanya Lee Stone’s book on Calder and then be guided through a creative project in the style of the artist.  For children ages 8-14.  Please pre-register.  Wednesday July 8th from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

Get Creative with Crafts:  School-aged children are invited to decorate crafts using caps, Frisbees, wooden boxes etc.  For children ages 8-14. Please pre-register. 
Wednesday, July 15th at 1:00 p.m.

The Bremen Town Musicians and Little Red Riding Hood:  The Island Players will perform at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 16th. 
Please pre-register.  For children of all ages.

Kindergarten Day: All children entering kindergarten at Orchard, Central and Chamberlin School will receive their own library card, have a tour of the South Burlington Community Library, listen to a story, receive a free book, and enjoy refreshments.  They will have an opportunity to meet other children who will be in their class.  Please pre- register for appropriate time.  Please be prompt so that your child will not miss any part of the program.  Friday, July 24th.

• Children entering Orchard – 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
• Children entering Central – 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Children entering Chamberlin – 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Lake Monsters Baseball Players:  Players from the Lake Monsters will delight the children with a special story time and will be available to sign autographs and have their pictures taken with the children. 
Thursday, July 30th at 10:30 a.m.

Judith Witters the 3-Apple Storyteller:  The 3-Apple Storyteller will use music and audience participation to enhance folktales and myths taken from all over the world and she will teach the children how to become storytellers.  The stories are short and long, tall and magical, and always close to human truth.  Each participant makes and takes home a colorful felt pouch, some magical objects, and a roadmap of symbols so that the story telling can go on at home or anywhere else.  Please pre-register. 
Friday, July 31st at 2:00 p.m.

“So You Hate Poetry?”: Ted Sheu, the poetry guy will be at the Library to present a program for school-aged children.
Please pre-register.
Friday, August 7th at 2:00 p.m.

Music with Mia:  A very special story hour for toddlers. 
Please pre-register.  
Tuesday, August 11th at 10:00 a.m.

Reading Certificate Pickup:  Bring in your Reading Record and receive your Reading Certificate and book.

• August 11th          11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• August 12th          10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.                  
• August 27th          10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• August 28th          10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Celebration with Tom Joyce, Magician:  This is the final event for the Summer Reading Program at the South Burlington Community Library.  Tom will present a magic show with audience participation.  Come join the fun! Please pre-register.
August 18th at 1:00 p.m.

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MEETINGS

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