The Fettucini Brothers — Alfredo and Alfresco — will bring their perfect mix of clean, original comedy, blended with just the right amount of juggling and variety, and served up with some intelligent, interactive fun!

all libraries in July!

presents

Eat, Read, Run and Magic for the Win!

Zelnik will be your coach and have everyone laughing, clapping, participating in the magic and having a great time!

all libraries in June!

On Your Mark, Get Set… Read! Over 180 performances, hands-on activities, storytimes, learning opportunities, movies and more…

...for toddlers, preschoolers, early readers and ‘tweens!

Track the minutes you read for reading rewards.

Get in the Game! Learn comic book art, play some blues, build some robots, make LED throwies, learn Raspberry Pi, go geocaching, get fit and more.

LEGO MANIA returns!

Track your reading for a chance at prizes including Kindle Fire HD 8s.

Meet the granddaughter of an Orphan Train rider, explore the writing process, find out how Brazil became “The Country of Football”, get a gentle introduction to Yoga, get fit with a wellness coach, explore Liberty’s African American history…

...and much, much more!

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SUMMER READING KICKOFF 3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 2

Martial Arts and Pizza!

SUMMER PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES 10:30 a.m. Fridays, June 17-July 29

with Ms. Tammy & Ms. Connie

MIND/BODY FITNESS CLUB FOR KIDS Ages 5-12. 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays June 15-July 6

Pre-registration required; call 498-3141 to sign up.

SCHOOL-AGE EVENTS Ages 5 & up. 10:30 a.m. Thursdays unless otherwise noted

June 16: FLOW CIRCUS — exercise your mind with storytelling, juggling and magic! June 17 (Friday, 4 p.m.) : THE SPORT OF CHAMPIONS — a magical reading show celebrating healthy choices, with Steve Somers, The Amazing Teacher June 18 (Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.): JOY THE CLOWN in Commerce Square with special guests Rabbit and Dave; during the 3rd Annual North Carolina Food Truck Championship June 23: THE BALLOON LADY — Donna Pruett creates incredible balloon sculptures right before your eyes. June 30: ZELNIK THE MAGICIAN July 7: RANDOLPH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE K-9 UNIT — Track down some interesting characters! July 14 (3 p.m.): THE FETTUCINI BROTHERS July 21: SNAKES ALIVE with Ron Cromer — learn about snake encounters outdoors and meet some snakes up close. July 28: MAD SCIENCE — get moving and grooving in an Olympic-themed science show!

10:30 a.m. Thursdays unless otherwise noted. Ramseur Municipal Building

June 9: MACON’S MARTIAL ARTS June 16: RANDOLPH SENIOR STEPPERS June 23: SAFE KIDS RANDOLPH COUNTY June 30 (1 p.m.): ZELNIK THE MAGICIAN July 7: FUELING YOUR ENGINE with Allison Walker, N.C. Cooperative Extension agent July 14: THE FETTUCINI BROTHERS July 21: ONE STEP @ A TIME with the Randolph County Queens July 28: MOTION COMMOTION with Pointe South Dance and Tumble

DESIGN YOUR OWN MEDAL CONTEST! Pick up a template at the library and submit a design by July 15. Prizes for Most Elaborate; Funniest; Most Creative; Most Unusual Sport.

1 p.m. Tuesdays unless otherwise noted. June 14: EAT A RAINBOW June 21: BICYCLE SAFETY June 28 (2 p.m.) : ZELNIK THE MAGICIAN July 12 (2 p.m.): FETTUCINI BROTHERS July 19: LET’S PLAY SPORTS! July 26: LET’S GET HEALTHY AND FIT! August 2: JOY THE CLOWN

STORYTIME Thursdays — 10 a.m. for ages 12-24 months;

10:30 a.m. for ages 2-5 unless otherwise noted

EVENTS AT THE ARCHDALE PARKS & REC GYM

10:30 a.m. Wednesdays June 15: 1,2,3… TAKE OFF! with Central Carolina Hobbies June 22: CLOGGING with Nikki & JM Dance Studio June 29: ZELNIK THE MAGICIAN July 6: BOOK TIME with Ronald McDonald July 13: CLAP TO THE MUSIC! with High Point Piano July 20: BURNS & COMPANY VENTRILOQUISTS July 27: SCIENCETELLERS — Power and Energy

EVENTS AT THE ARCHDALE LIBRARY

(1:30 p.m. Thursdays unless otherwise indicated) June 16 (10:30 a.m): NC ZOO & ANIMAL OLYMPICS June 16: FATHER’S DAY CRAFT TIME (space is limited; call 336-431-3811 to sign up) June 23: MOVIE — The Mighty Ducks July 13 (Wednesday, 2 p.m.): THE FETTUCINI BROTHERS July 14: FREE PLAY WITH LIBRARY LEGOS July 21: MOVIE — Zootopia

LAP SIT FOR LITTLES Storytime for children ages 0-2 years; 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays in June (no lap sit storytimes in July).

STORYTIME

Ages 0-4; 11 a.m. Wednesdays in June (no storytimes in July).

CULINARY KIDS

School-age; 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays, June 28 and July 26 Learn how to make healthy after school snacks!

READY, SET, READ!

School-age; 3:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 7, 14, 21 and 28 Track daily minutes reading along with daily minutes

exercising, and get weekly tips on making healthy choices.

ALL-AGES CHILDREN’S EVENTS June 9, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.: KIDS CAN CREATE — Popsicle stick art June 10, Friday, 10 a.m.-noon: SUMMER READING CELEBRATION KICK OFF CARNIVAL! with Down to Earth Aerials (aerialist Amanda Durnell); Liberty fire truck; carnival-inspired games. All ages. June 16, Thursday, 11 a.m.: ALL ABOUT FLOWERS. Hear Chip Womick’s book Mrs. McGillicutty’s Last Sunflower and learn about flowers with Carol Kendall of the Liberty Nature Research Library. June 16, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.: KIDS CAN CREATE — Marshmallow Mountain. June 23, Thursday, 11 a.m.: HEALTHY HELPERS with Dentist Dr. Butler and MERCE of Randolph County. June 23, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.: KIDS CAN CREATE — magic wands. June 29, Wednesday, 2 p.m.: ZELNIK THE MAGICIAN. June 30, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.: KIDS CAN CREATE — Origami. July 13, Wednesday, 11 a.m.: FETTUCINI BROTHERS July 20, Wednesday, 11 a.m.: SCIENCE FAIR — Experiments with all materials provided. July 27, Wednesday, 11 a.m.: FINALE CELEBRATION with DJ Ben Suggs, face painting and prizes.

10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 29

2 p.m. Wednesday, July 13

10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 30

3 p.m. Thursday, July 14

2 p.m. Tuesday, June 28

2 p.m. Tuesday, July 12

1 p.m. Thursday, June 30

10: 30 a.m. Thursday, July 14

2 p.m. Wednesday, June 29

11 a.m. Wednesday, July 13

3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 30

1 p.m. Thursday, July 14

STORYTIME 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays

SPECIAL EVENTS

2 p.m. Thursdays unless otherwise noted. June 16: GAMES GALORE June 23: MOVIN’ TO THE MUSIC June 30 (3:30 p.m.): ZELNIK THE MAGICIAN July 7: LIBRARY OLYMPICS July 14 (1 p.m.): FETTUCINI BROTHERS July 21: SPORTS SCIENCE July 28: STORYTME YOGA

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WEEKLY EVENTS Tuesdays; all ages unless otherwise indicated

June 14 (10:30 a.m. preschool; 2 p.m. school-age): NC ZOO PRESENTS... June 21 (2 p.m.): MAD SCIENCE — Marvels of Modern Motion June 28 (10:30 a.m.): ZELNIK THE MAGICIAN July 5 (2 p.m.): LIBRARY SUMMER OLYMPICS July 12 (10:30 a.m.): THE FETTUCINI BROTHERS July 19 (10:30 a.m., school-age): CRITICAL THINKING THROUGH CHESS with Pfeiffer University students July 19 (2 p.m., school-age): ART ALIVE with Pfeiffer University students July 26 (10:30 a.m.): DOWN TO EARTH AERIALS with aerialist Amanda Durnell ►

ONGOING EVENTS PAL (Play and Learn) Club: 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, June 15-July 29. Bring your 0-5 year olds and enjoy weekly Every Child Ready to Read activities. Research shows that young children learn best through playing and exploring their environment. We’ll be providing playful activities that you can recreate at home to support important early literacy skills. Dream Team: 4 p.m. Thursdays, June 16-July 28, ages 6-12. Learn about sports and health through games, music, crafts, maker activities and movement. Music and Movement: 3:30 p.m. Fridays, best for ages 2-5. Singing, dancing and playing instruments help children build early reading skills! LEGO Free Build: 4 p.m. Fridays. Create your own LEGO designs.

STORYTIMES Toddler/Preschool: 10 a.m. Mondays Baby: 10:30 a.m. Mondays Family: 7 p.m. Tuesdays Toddler: 10:10 a.m. Thursdays Preschool: 10:30 a.m. Thursdays Spanish: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays

10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 28

10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 12

This project receives support from the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Cultural Resources, with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Sign up at at the library or at randolphlibrary.org/summer/kids.htm. Report the number of minutes you read to receive reading rewards.