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Editor’s Note

Children’s Specials

Jurong Regional Library 13th Anniversary

Tampines Regional Library is Moving

Jiggle, Read and Rhyme

Read and Bond

Recommended Reading

Molly the Mobile Library

Storytimes

Super Storytastic

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Hello, budding entrepreneurs!

Hurrah for the school holidays and a well-deserved break from schoolwork and exams! But there’s no reason why learning has to stop when school is out.

Dads and Moms — find out how you can help your kids exercise self-control and pick up good habits when you attend Help Children Develop Self-Control by financial literacy expert Swapna Mirashi. Attend Give ‘Pocket Money’? Teach Money Management!, also hosted by Mirashi, and pick up tips on how to set up a pocket money routine and impart financial lessons to your child. Details can be found on pages 8 and 9 respectively.

Understanding the basic principles of money management requires some level of math skill, and parents looking to brush up their kids’ mathematical ability can check out Magic of Numbers. Find out what amicable and social numbers are in this fun-filled programme designed to make math easy and engaging. More details on page 7.

June also marks the start of our annual Read! Fest festival and the ramp up to National Reading Day. Check out pages 14 and 20 to find out more about what’s in store for you and how you can participate.

Finally, celebrate Jurong Regional Library’s 13th Anniversary (page 12) and join us in bidding farewell to Tampines Regional Library (page 13) which will be relocating to One Tampines Hub.

Happy Holidays!

EditorMarissa Heng

Illustration and DesignGraphic Masters & Advertising Pte Ltd

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Children's SpecialsChildren's Specials

KIDS HACK DAy2 June, 10.30 am – 1.00 pmBishan Public Library, Programme Zone11 June, 2.00 pm – 4.30 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Kids and adults are welcome to 'hack' your way to inventions. Exchange ideas with fellow techies on making new uses of everyday items. Learn to build and programme your own robot complete with lights, sounds and actions. All you need is a big dose of imagination! For ages 8 to 12.

SToRyTELLING SPECIAL: AHoy NAvy!SToRIES FRoM THE SINGAPoRE NAvy 1 June, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmWoodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone1 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmClementi Public Library, Programme Zone3 June, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmBishan Public Library, Activity Room3 June, 3.30 pm – 4.30 pmJurong West Public Library, Storytelling Corner

Come on board for an exciting journey with the Singapore Navy! Meet our Navy men and women as they share stories of young Emily and her papa who goes out to sea, and little Josh who learns about Independence from the brave ships that keep Singapore safe. Plus nautical-themed arts and crafts for some family fun!

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J SPECIAL: BREAKING THE CoDE 2 June, 2.30 pm – 3.30 pmClementi Public Library, Programme Zone

How did soldiers communicate secretly in World War II? Can you send coded messages from space? Will you be able to crack the given codes? Decode hidden passages and learn how to invent your own secret code!

MooMIN FAMILy DAy 3 June, 10.00 am – 4.00 pmCentral Public Library, Treehouse Library

Moomin comes to town! Get set for storytelling sessions, animated tales and a colouring activity, with a chance to see our adventurous hero!

• Meet-and-Greet: 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm• Storytelling: 11.30 am (Japanese),

12.30 pm (English), 1.30 pm (Chinese)

[TWEENS] CoMICS CREATIoN PHASE (PART 3) 2 June, 3.00 pm – 5.30 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Now that you have learned to plot your story and panels in Parts 1 and 2 of Comic Creation, keep your story going by developing those characters and taking them to the next dimension! For tweens aged 10 to 14.

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This programme is for free admission however registration is required. Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.

BAByWEARINGSG: CHooSING THE RIGHT CARRIER 4 June, 2.30 pm – 6.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Babywearing is an old tradition of carrying your baby which has recently been made popular again. Understand the importance of ergonomic babywearing and how it aids caregivers. The talk will be conducted by certified Babywearing Educators from Babywearing Singapore. Topics covered in this hour-long session are:

1. Learn about different types of carriers for different needs

2. How to select age-appropriate carriers especially for newborns

This will be followed by Q&A, and new parents/parents-to-be will be able to try some of the carriers available in the market. Babywearing Singapore group will also hold their monthly Sling Meet after the talk, where new and current members of the group mingle and share their passion for carriers and children. For more information, check out https://www.facebook.com/groups/babywearingsg/

ART SPECIAL By SENG KANG SECoNDARy SCHooL3 June, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Let the students of Seng Kang Secondary School bring you into a fun world of art!

HoW To IMPLEMENT HEALTHIERSCHooL MEALS AT HoME3 June, 12.00 pm – 1.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Learn what goes into the affordable and healthier school meals available today. Find out how you can prepare nutritious food for your little ones with simple, easy-to-follow recipes. This programme is conducted by Whizmeal, a social enterprise championing healthy eating in schools and at home.

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LITTLE LIBRARy / ToTS’ CovE 6, 13, 20 & 27 June, 2.00 pm – 5.00 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Bring your little ones to the Programme Zone to learn and explore. The room will be prepared just for them every Tuesday afternoon from 2 pm – 5 pm. In Tots' Cove, fun activities for your toddlers will be conducted by our volunteers from 3.30 pm – 5 pm. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

TEELINE SHoRTHAND WoRKSHoP FoR CHILDREN 7 June, 4.00 pm – 5.30 pmAng Mo Kio Public Library, Programme Zone14 June, 11.00 am – 12.30 pmClementi Public Library, Programme Zone

Teeline Shorthand is a note-taking skill and an excellent form of brain exercise for students. Speed up your note-taking with 26 Teeline Shorthand symbols that follow the alphabet. Energise your brain cells with hands-on challenging exercises that help you write in a jiffy!

ERIC CARLE BooK PARTy! 7 June, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Enjoy colourful tales by the author of The Very Hungry Caterpillar with a keepsake to take home! For ages 4 to 6.

[TWEENS] CoMICS PoST PRoDuCTIoN(PART 4) 9 June, 3.00 pm – 5.30 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Edit your storyboard to add oomph to your epic sequences! For tweens aged 10 to 14.

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让孩童通过生动的讲故事节目，享受学华语的乐趣、激发想象力、培养良好价值观，度过一个充实的周末！趣味故事，精彩童年，这是该欢笑，该想象的年龄。节目欢迎家长陪同。

Join storytellers from Chou Sing Chu Foundation in a series of fun-filled, interactive Chinese storytelling sessions. Stories told are suitable for children aged 4 to 10 and fun activities are included in every session. Parents are welcome to join in.

周星衢基金儿童讲故事节目Chou Sing Chu Foundation Chinese Storytelling

让故事活起来!Stories Come Alive @NLB

3 June, 12.00 pm – 12.30 pmToa Payoh Public Library,

Activity Zone

11 June, 2.30 pm – 3.00 pmCheng San Public Library,

open Stage

SuPER SToRyTASTIC: MoBIuS MANoEuvRES 9 June, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

Oh, the twists and turns! Things are not always what they seem to be! Learn about optical illusions and make your very own Mobius strip!

24 June, 1.00 pm – 1.30 pmSengkang Public Library,

Early Literacy Area

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MAGIC oF NuMBERS10 June, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Do you enjoy playing with numbers? Want to impress your friends and teachers with magic mathematics? Join this fun-filled session to learn about the following topics:

1. Properties of numbers such as 1001, 10101, 10892. Kaprekar's constant3. Amicable numbers4. Social numbers

For children aged 9 – 12 years old.

oLIvER JEFFERS BooK PARTy!12 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Expect the unexpected! Explore stories of the award-winning picture book artist and take home a little keepsake! For children aged 4 to 8.

SuPER SToRyTASTIC SPECIAL: TWIRLING THAuMATRoPES13 June, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Storytelling Corner

Think you trust your eyes? Do you see what I see? Find out what happens when you twirl two images faster than your eyes can handle!

儿童故事乐 MANDARIN SToRyTELLING (6-10)10 & 24 June, 2.00 pm – 2.30 pmlibrary@chinatown, Programme Zone

小朋友好!唐城图书馆欢迎你们来参加我们每月的儿童故事乐。你将有机会听许多有趣生动的故事。儿童故事乐无需登记，入场免费，座位有限，欢迎大家踊跃参与。

阅读...阅读...

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HELP CHILDREN DEvELoP SELF-CoNTRoL 15 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Programme Zone18 June, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Self-discipline, willpower, delayed gratification . . . this one skill goes by many names and can help children choose well to avoid bad habits and pick up good ones. Financial literacy expert Swapna Mirashi shares how self-control can be developed one step at a time using money as a concrete tool. In this way, parents can teach children good money habits as well. For parents of young children.

[TWEENS] WHAT IS CoSPLAy?16 June, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Enter the fantasy world of make-believe and artistry. Learn all about cosplay in Singapore and around the world. For tweens aged 10 to 14.

KELAB MEMBACA WIRA PINTAR 17 June, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmSembawang Public Library, Programme Room

Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar, bertujuan memupuk minat membaca dalam Bahasa Melayu di kalangan kanakkanak yang berusia 7 hingga 10 tahun. Di samping menanam tabiat membaca yang sihat, kami sediakan pelbagai aktiviti menarik dan menyeronokkan.

The reading club. Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar aims to foster interest in reading in Malay and instil healthy reading habits among children aged between 7 to 10 years old. This will be implemented through book-based and other fun activities.

MALAy SPECIAL HoLIDAy PRoGRAMME 16 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Jom bersama kami dalam sesi bercerita dan kraftangan di musim cuti ini! Sesi in dibuka untuk semua kanak-kanak yang berumur dari 6 – 12 tahun.

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FATHER’S DAy SPECIAL 17 June, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Not sure what to get as a Father’s Day present this year? Join us for stories and tips on making something memorable to surprise your dad!

GIvE ‘PoCKET MoNEy’? TEACH MoNEy MANAGEMENT!17 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBishan Public Library, Programme Zone

Help your child acquire the right knowledge, skills and attitude for developing good money habits that would last into adulthood. Find out how you can be your child's financial educator from author and financial literacy expert Swapna Mirashi and pick up key lessons centred on a pocket money routine. For parents with children above 9 years old.

KELAB MEMBACA WIRA CERDIK@CCKPL 17 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

Kelab Membaca Wira Cerdik@CCKPL merupakan kerjasama NLB dan Pre-school Teachers Network Singapore (PTNS). Kelab membaca ini bertujuan memupuk minat membaca dalam Bahasa Melayu, khususnya dalam kalangan kanak-kanak berumur antara 4 hingga 6 tahun. Ini akan diterapkan melalui aktiviti-aktiviti berasaskan buku. Anggota-anggota kelab akan bertemu pada hari Sabtu ketiga setiap bulan. Jika anda berminat untuk mendaftarkan anak anda sebagai ahli, sila dapatkan borang pendaftaran dari kaunter khidmat pelanggan perpustakaan.

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J SPECIAL: CAuTIoNARy TALES 20 June, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Exhibition Area

Discover the wisdom behind caution. Find out why there are some things your parents and grandparents say never to do. Make a poster for your room to help you remember! For ages 7 to 11.

BABy LAPSIT PRoGRAMME 20 June, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmWoodlands Regional Library, Everest Room30 June, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)

Join us for 30 minutes of bonding fun with your baby and engage your little one through meaningful play! Research has shown that from the time they are infants, children learn the patterns of language. Songs and rhymes play an important role in stimulating your baby’s language development. In this session, you will be introduced to simple songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that you can use to interact and bond with your baby at home. These songs and rhymes are especially selected for babies under one, and incorporate gentle swaying and bouncing movements that babies enjoy. Remember to also bring home some books that the librarian will recommend for your little one. For parents with babies up to 12 months.

SToRIES AND MoRE! 21 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmSembawang Public Library, Reading Deck

Join us for a storytelling treat! Look out for a book-inspired activity and personalised book recommendations by our librarians. This special treat takes place every 3rd

Wednesday of the month!

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HELEN oxENBuRy BooK PARTy 21 June, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Step into the wonderful world of growing up with stories by the acclaimed children's book author. Take home a keepsake too! For ages 4 to 6.

[TWEENS] PERFoRMING AND CoSPLAyING 23 June, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Get into the basics of posing and delivering stunning visual styles accompanied by action-packed dance moves! For tweens aged 10 to 14.

My SPARKy FIRE - FIRE SAFETy AWARENESS FoR CHILDREN & PARENTS 24 June, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmQueenstown Public Library, Programme Zone

Take part in a fun hands-on workshop to pick up important fire safety tips. Learn how to prevent and fight a fire, and how to find emergency escapes. Includes a take-home parent-child assignment. For ages 7 to 10.

[TWEENS] CoSPLAy PHoTo WoRKSHoP. FoCuS! 30 June, 3.00 pm – 6.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Shoot dramatic poses in character with tips on adjusting distance, colour settings and special tricks. For tweens aged 10 to 14.

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To Infinity and Beyond Carnival In a galaxy far far away, George the astronaut has been captured by a monstrous alien! Save him by completing all 4 missions before it

is too late on Saturday, 17th June, 2017!

Mission 1: ultimate Galaxy Memory Battle!12.00 pm – 2.00 pm, Level 1 FoyerAre you up for an awesome challenge? Are you ready to fight against all odds to emerge as the master of memory? Flip and match cards within 30 seconds to be crowned the hero of the universe!

Mission 2: Galaxy Hat! 12.00 pm – 2.00 pm, Level 1 Foyer

Watch puppets in action and up close brought to you by Children Puppet Castle, featuring veteran puppeteer Christopher Chow. This performance features two stories, ‘Who Can Call Back the Sun?’ and ‘The Three Evils’.

Mission 3: Blast The Fireball! 12.00 pm – 2.00 pm, Level 1 Foyer

Shoot fireballs into the sun, avoid black holes and save humanityfrom destruction!

Mission 4: Make your own Nebula! 12.00 pm – 2.00 pm, Level 1 Foyer

Be the creator of your own galaxy! Show off your cool and colourful cloud among other space emperors.

Space Fiesta 2:30 pm – 4.00 pm, Programme Zone

Join us for an out-of-this-world exploration! Embark on an adventure to learn new knowledge, science and technology among the stars.


To Infinity and Beyond Carnival

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Tampines Regional Libraryis Moving!

Relive your heartfelt memories of our library one last time with us on Saturday, 3rd June where we say

“Bye for now! See you in two months!”

From the Bottom of My Heart 5.00 pm – 6.00 pm Foyer, Level 1

Show your love for Tampines Public Library by penning appreciative messages and taking photos at our cheery mural!

Heart to Heart 6.00 pm – 6.30 pm Auditorium, Level 3

Be reminded of the various reasons you adore Tampines Regional Library with our thoughtfully put together photo slideshow. Who knows? You may even spot yourself! Guaranteed to be a real blast from the past starting round 1994.

Eat to your Heart’s Content 6.30 pm –7.00 pm Exhibition Area, Level 3

Food and singing, are oh-so-sweet, We're having a partythat's sure to be a treat! Join us as we celebrate Tampines Regional Library’s last night at our current premises! Yummy food and fun await you.

The Heart of Polyshrinking 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm Foyer, Level 1

Immortalise our current library building in a polyshrink keychain. It’s as easy as colour, toast, shrink.

Know by Heart 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm Foyer, Level 1

Do you have a sharp eye for detail? How well do you know our library? Here’s your last chance to rediscover previously missed spots or revisit much-cherished ones! 13

Join other parents with young children, and supportyour child’s early development through an enjoyable 30-minute session

with songs, rhymes and stories that come alive.This fun and interactive parent-child programme is FREE!

For toddlers aged 1—3.Each registration is for a parent-child pair.

8 June 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Jurong West Public Library, Programme Zone

12 June 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm Cheng San Public Library, Activity Room

15 June 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Marine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

20 June 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Bedok Public Library, Multi-Purpose Room

20 June 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)

21 June 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm Clementi Public Library, Programme Zone

22 June 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Sengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

27 June 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm Serangoon Public Library, Programme Zone

27 June 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Woodlands Regional Library, Everest Room

29 June 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Queenstown Public Library, Programme Zone


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For parents and children aged 4-6.Limited to 15 parent-child pairs. Admission is free.

Each registration is for one parent-child pair.

R ead and Bond :Mommy, Daddy & Me

R e ad and Bond :Mommy, Daddy & Me

TRIP, TRAP! TRIP, TRAP! WHo'S THAT TRIP-TRAPPING ovER My BRIDGE? 1 June, 2.30 pm – 3.30 pmAng Mo Kio Public Library, Activity RoomThe hungry Billy Goat brothers want to cross the bridge to graze at the yummy green pastures. But there is an ugly and mean Troll guarding the bridge. Find out how the three clever billy goats outsmart the menacing troll and get to create your very own goat craft!

PIRATE PARTy 1 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Programme Zone

Ahoy! Who are pirates and what do they do? There

is more to them than eyepatches and talking parrots. Be a pirate for a

day in this special session as we learn about them

through stories and crafts.

TALENTED ELEPHANTS! 2 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmSerangoon Public Library, Programme ZoneElephants are huge creatures that are very strong. Their strength has enabled them to take on many jobs. Listen to stories about elephants and make an elephant craft for a trunkful of fun!

HoLIDAy SPECIAL5 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmSembawang Public Library, Programme RoomCome join in the fun and celebrate your school holiday with us! You'll get to listen to exciting stories and make interesting crafts as well.

ARE you AFRAID oF MoNSTERS? 6 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBedok Public Library, Multi-Purpose RoomCalling all brave kids, join us for an hour of fun if you are not afraid of monsters! Learn all you can about monsters and bring a new monster friend home!

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ITSy BITSy INSECTS 7 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity RoomDid you know that crickets 'hear' with their legs? Come learn about the importance of tiny insects in the animal kingdom. Make and name your very own creature too!

RABBIT TALES! 9 June, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmClementi Public Library, Programme ZoneKnow any rabbit tales? Join us at this fun-filled session to discover stories about bunnies and take part in 'hop-pening' activities!

SToRIES AND CRAFT 12 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmWoodlands Regional Library, Everest RoomDon’t miss your chance to hear classic Asian folktales written for all children. Create your very own crafts based on these stories as well!

WHERE'S THE STARFISH? 13 June, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Storytelling CornerDiscover what you can do to protect our wonderful oceans as you explore and search the deep, blue sea in Barroux's book.

BALLooN BLAST-oFF! 14 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Programme ZonePut scientific concepts like force, thrust and pressure into action and make your own balloon rocket. Space helmets on and let the countdown begin! 3-2-1 stars and planets, here we come!

PANDAS 16 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBukit Batok Public Library, Activities Room22 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmQueenstown Public Library, Programme ZoneIt's panda-monium! Learn facts and figures about these amazing bears with stories to boot! Make your own panda craft for some panda loving care!

FISHy TALES 20 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmCheng San Public Library, Activity RoomDo you know of any fishy tales? Join us for this storytelling-and-craft special and have a splashing good time with the beloved Rainbow Fish.

MoNSTER TRIANGLES 22 June, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity RoomWhat happens when you combine many triangles? You get a monster triangle of course! Learn fun facts about shapes, angles and numbers!

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BUNNY TROUBLE Authors: Jennifer Gray & Amanda SwiftPublisher: New york: Quercus, 2015Call No.: Junior Lending Simple Fiction English GRA

Guinea pigs Fuzzy and Coco love their home. It’s a peaceful and loving space until their owners decide to bring home Binny, a mischievous bunny. Binny is anything but a peaceful addition to their home. She is determined to wreak havoc, and Fuzzy and Coco are not pleased with her antics.

Joined by Eduardo, their friend, Fuzzy and Coco decide to help their owners train Binny to behave, so that she can find a new owner at the Easter Fair. Binny seems to respond well at first, but because of her stubborn ways, Eduardo ends up getting caught by the humans!

Can Fuzzy and Coco resolve this mess and free Eduardo? Will Binny ever learn to behave?

Young readers will enjoy this humorous and entertaining tale of friendship, the fifth title in the Guinea Pigs Online series.

Contributed by Angela Chen

TIME TRAvELLING wITh A hAMSTER Author: Ross WelfordPublisher: London: HarperCollins Children's Books, 2016Call No.: Junior Lending English WEL

If you could go back in time and change something that happened, would you do it? What if, in so doing, you could prevent your father’s death?

This is the situation Albert Einstein Hawking Chaudury, or Al for short, finds himself in. Al was eight when his father passed away suddenly. Four years on, he receives a letter on his 12th birthday – from his dead father. The letter tells of a secret time machine his father had built, which can be used to prevent his death, but only if Al is willing to time travel to 1984! Will Al travel back in time to attempt to save his father? If he does, what are the consequences that await him?

Time Travelling with a Hamster is a charming read that is sure to delight the science and adventure enthusiast in you! It will leave you to reflect upon the importance of family as well as the choices you make in life.

Contributed by Masturah Abdul Halim

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ChEE-KEE: A PANDA IN BEARLANDAuthor: Sujean RimPublisher: New york: Little, Brown and Company, 2017.Call No.: Junior Lending Picture Book English RIM

Chee-Kee, a panda bear, and his family move to Bearland, which is filled with all types of bears, except panda bears. It is a new experience for Chee-Kee, as he tries to adjust to a new home and fit in with new friends. Eventually, he is able to use his wits and skills to save the day.

This is a wonderful, heartfelt story about diversity, what it is like to be different and why it is important to feel accepted. Children will also enjoy the illustrations, which are simple and lovable.

Contributed by Meenakshi Nandivada

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Hi, i Am…ASWIN S/o SuNDARAAge: 10School: St. Hilda’s Primary School

Title: The Hardy Boys: A Rockin' MysteryAuthor: Franklin W. DixonCall No.: JS DIx

I love the Hardy Boys series as I think this series has among the best mystery stories. In this story, Frank and Joe Hardy investigate the case of a missing guitar. The way the Hardy brothers go about finding the missing item is interesting and filled with suspense. I love the boys' determination and hard work in trying to help everyone.

Title: Hardy Boys: The Great EscapeAuthor: Franklin W. DixonCall No.: JS DIx

I enjoyed reading:

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mOLLY, the mobile Library brings popular books and classic favourites to you. Complete with a service counter, e-Kiosk, book borrowing and returning stations, it’s an experience you wouldn’t want to miss. Join us on mOLLY and indulge in the joys of reading!

MOLLY theMobile Library

mOLLY @ Blk 542,Serangoon North Ave 4

3 June, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

mOLLY @ Punggol Garden,Blk 164, Punggol Central

4 June, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

mOLLY @ Blk 403,Ang mo Kio Ave 10

10 June, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

mOLLY @ United Square,101 Thomson Road

10 June, 1.00 pm – 5.00 pm

mOLLY @ Punggol Oasis,Blk 176, Edgefield Plains

17 June, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

mOLLY @ Blk 112, mcNair Road

18 June, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

mOLLY @ Whampoa Community Centre,Blk 83, Whampoa Drive

24 June, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

mOLLY @ Farrer Park(in front of Farrer Park Pri) 24 June, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

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CENTRAL REGIoN

Bishan Public LibraryThursdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 2nd Friday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs) (CH)

Toa Payoh Public LibrarySaturdays, 11.00 am – 11.30 am (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday12.00 pm – 12.30 pm (4-6 yrs) (CH)

Central Public LibrarySundays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st & 3rd Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd, 4th & 5th Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Cheng San Public LibraryFridays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Wednesday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 3rd & 4th Sunday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Serangoon Public LibraryWednesdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 1st & 2nd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

EASTERN REGIoN

Tampines Regional LibraryTuesdays, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Friday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)Every 1st & 3rd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)**Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Bedok Public LibraryEvery 1st Saturday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)Saturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Geylang East Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 3rd & 4th Saturday11.00 am – 11.30 am (4-6 yrs)Every 2nd Wednesday8.00 pm – 8.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)

Marine Parade Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 4th Friday7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)

Pasir Ris Public LibraryFridays, 7.00 pm – 7.30 pm (4-8 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday 11.30 am - 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Sengkang Public LibraryThursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 2nd Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-8 yrs)LEGEND:

CH - ChineseM – MalayT - Tamil* conducted by our Friends of the Library† includes 30 minutes of personalised book recommendations by librarians

Storytimes

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NoRTHERN REGIoN

Ang Mo Kio Public LibraryEvery 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wednesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 4th Wednesday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)

woodlands Regional LibrarySaturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)*Every 2nd & 4th Sunday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Sembawang Public Library†Every 1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th Wednesday3.00 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)*Every 1st Friday4.30 pm – 5.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)

WESTERN REGIoN

Bukit Batok Public Library Tuesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Wednesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)*Every 1st & 3rd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Clementi Public Library Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 1st and 3rd Saturday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Jurong Regional Library Saturdays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)*Every 1st & 2nd Friday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Bukit Merah Public Library Thursdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Choa Chu Kang Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Jurong west Public LibrarySaturdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Queenstown Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (7-10 yrs)Saturdays, 10.30 am – 11.00 am (4-6 yrs)

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Join our librarians in this half hour of fun facts and stories. Get to know about awesome authors and brilliant books you can dive into. For children aged 7 to 10.

Ang Mo Kio Public LibraryEvery 1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bishan Public LibraryEvery 1st & 3rd Wednesday

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bukit Merah Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Cheng San Public LibraryEvery 1st Wednesday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Choa Chu Kang Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Clementi Public LibraryMondays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Geylang East Public LibraryEvery 2nd Sunday

2.00 pm – 2.30 pm

Jurong Regional LibrarySundays

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Jurong west Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Marine Parade Public LibraryEvery 1st Friday

3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Serangoon Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Sengkang Public LibraryEvery 1st & 3rd Saturday

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Tampines Regional LibraryEvery 1st Sunday

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Toa Payoh Public LibraryThursdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

woodlands Regional LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Super StorytasticSuper StorytasticSuper StorytasticSuper Storytastic is full of fun.

Learn about anything under the sun. Dragons, Robots, Kittens and whales;

Mysteries, humour and Adventure Tales!

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BIPLBishan Public Library5 Bishan Place, #01-01 Singapore 579841

CNPLlibrary@chinatown133 New Bridge Road, #04-12 Chinatown PointSingapore 059413

CSPLCheng SanPublic Library90 HougangAvenue 10,Hougang Mall, #03-11Singapore 538766

CTPLCentral Public Library100 Victoria Street, #B1-01 Singapore 188064

EPPLlibrary@esplanade8 Raffles Avenue, #03-01Singapore 039802

oCPLlibrary@orchard277 Orchard Road #03-12 & #04-11 Orchard GatewaySingapore 238858

SRPLSerangoon Public Library23 Serangoon Central, #04-82/83 NEX (Level 4R)Singapore 556083

TPPLToa PayohPublic Library6 Toa Payoh CentralSingapore 319191

AMPLAng Mo KioPublic Library4300 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6 Singapore 569842

SBPLSembawangPublic Library30 Sembawang DriveSun Plaza #05-01Singapore 757713

WRLwoodlandsRegional Library900 South Woodlands DriveWoodlands Civic Centre, #01-03, Singapore 730900

yIPLYishun Public LibraryClosed for renovations. Reopens in 2018

BBPLBukit Batok Public Library1 Bukit Batok Central Link, West Mall #03-01Singapore 658713

BMPLBukit MerahPublic Library3779 Jalan Bukit MerahSingapore 159462

BPPLBukit PanjangPublic LibraryClosed for renovations. Reopens in 2017.

CCKPLChoa Chu KangPublic Library21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4,#04-01/02 Lot One Shoppers’ MallSingapore 689812

CMPLClementi Public Library3155 CommonwealthAvenue West,#05-13/14/15The Clementi MallSingapore 129588

JRLJurong Regional Library21 Jurong East Central 1Singapore 609732

JWPLJurong westPublic Library60 Jurong West Central 3Singapore 648346 QuPLQueenstownPublic Library53 Margaret DriveSingapore 149297

BEPLBedok Public Library21 Bedok North Street 1 Singapore 469659

GEPLGeylang East Public Library50 Geylang East Avenue 1Singapore 389777

MPPLMarine ParadePublic Library278 Marine Parade Road, #01-02,Marine Parade Community BuildingSingapore 449282

PRPLPasir Ris Public Library1 Pasir Ris Central Street 3,White Sands,#04-01/06Singapore 518457

SKPLSengkang Public Library1 Sengkang SquareCompass One#03-28 & #04-19Singapore 545078

TRLTampines Regional LibraryClosed for re-location. Reopens in 2017.

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ISSN 1793-544X (Print)

ISSN 2010-0035 (Online)

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