Upcoming events and activities at the Maple Valley Library | July
The Maple Valley Library is located at 21844 SE 248th Street. For questions call 425.432.4620.
Children & Families
Counteract the “Summer Learning Slide” at the Library
Kids and teens who spend their summer reading and learning, come back in the fall better prepared for school than those who don’t—so KCLS created a new summer learning program called Thinkology: The Study of Fun. Build robots, do hands-on science projects, learn magic, create puppets and, of course, read! For details, visit any KCLS library or kcls.org/kids/summer.
Lunch Bunch Story Times in the Park
Wednesday, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, Noon
Newborn-age 7 with adult.
Bring your lunch to Lake Wilderness Park and listen to stories while you munch!If it rains or exceeds 90 degrees we will meet in the Maple Valley Library meeting room.Lunches are welcome inside.
Egg Drop Science Workshop
Thursday, July 10, 2 p.m.
Presented by Pacific Science Center’s Science on Wheels.
Ages 8-12 with adult.
Using basic craft supplies, engineering principles and your own creativity, construct a capsule that will protect your astronaut-the egg! Will your egg survive the fall? Registration begins Thursday, June 26
Octopuses-Eight Times the Fun
Tuesday, July 15, 11 a.m.
Presented by Seattle Aquarium.
Ages 5-12 with adult.
What has three hearts, blue blood and eight arms? The giant Pacific octopus, a species that lives right here in Puget Sound! Learn about the behavior, adaptations and anatomy of this amazing underwater neighbor.Registration begins Tuesday, July 1.
It’s a Wonderful World
Monday, July 21, 2 p.m.
Presented by Nature Vision.
Engage your senses through a series of games and activities. Notice things in nature that usually go unseen. Find your own special place to experience nature with a whole new perspective. We will be going outside for this so wear good outdoor shoes!Registration begins Monday, July 7.
Recess Monkey
Thursday, July 24, 4 p.m.
Presented by Recess Monkey.
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.
Recess Monkey is the nationally acclaimed trio of teachers who make music for kids and families that truly ROCKS. Seamlessly meshing their indie-rock roots with their keen awareness of childhood themes, the band continues to make waves coast to coast. Don’t miss out on the fun!Free tickets available at the Front Desk on Thursday, July 17.
A Day at the Beach: Create a Watercolor Nature Journal
Saturday, July 26, 10:30 a.m.
Presented by Molly Hashimoto.
Ages 8-12.Draw and paint your favorite beach life, including shells, sea stars and shore birds. Learn how to keep your own nature journal this summer. All materials included.
Registration begins Saturday, July 12.
Story Times in the Garden
Tuesday, July 29 and August 19, 10:30 a.m.
Held at Lake Wilderness Arboretum 22520 SE 248th, Maple Valley, 98038.
Ages 3-6 with adult.
Parking is available at the Arboretum and Lake Wilderness Lodge.
The Fantastical Magical Math Spell
Thursday, July 31, 2 p.m.
Presented by Cindy Arnold of Live Paint.
Family program, all ages welcome with adult.
Deep in the forest there’s a castle where fantastical things take place but the dragon that lives there needs your help! A wise teacher knows the science of spells and all things MATH-magical but she can’t seem to find the right spell to help her dragon fly. Can you help our dragon friend take flight?Free tickets available beginning Thursday, July 24.
Teens
Fandom Zone
Tuesday, July 1, 3:30 p.m.
Love Sherlock, Dr. Who, Minecraft, Glee, something else? Create fan art, write fan fiction, make fandom crafts and props or just hang out and discuss your favorite or newest obsession! Snacks provided.
Young Author Pals
Wednesday, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2:30 p.m.
Tweens (grades 3-5), come to the library for a five-week creative writing workshop to explore creating stories, characters, plot, settings and meet other writers.
Teens (grades 6-12) interested in volunteering for this program should contact the library for more information on how to get involved.
Young Authors Club
Tuesday, July 8, 4 p.m.
Share ideas and get helpful tips for your next movie script, novel, poem or short story.
A Day at the Beach: Watercolor Nature Journal
Saturday, July 12, 2 p.m.
Presented by Molly Hashimoto.Draw and paint your favorite beach life, including shells, sea stars and shore birds. Learn how to keep your own nature journal this summer. All materials included.
Wildlife Adventures
Tuesday, July 29, 2 p.m.
Presented by Wilderness Awareness School.
Learn tracking and awareness skills to be better prepared in a survival situation while discovering how to explore the great Northwest.
Adults
Adult Summer Reading
Are you an adult who likes to read in the summer? Come to the Covington, Maple Valley, Black Diamond and Enumclaw Libraries during the month of July and enter a weekly drawing to win a $25 gift card! Just fill out an Adult Summer Reading form, tell us about what you are reading and turn the form in for a chance to win. Starts July 1, with drawings every Monday, July 7, 14, 21 and 28.
Computer Class: One-on-One Assistance
Monday, July 7, 14, 21 and 28, 10:30 a.m.
Have computer or software questions? Tech Tutor volunteers can help. You may bring your own laptop, but volunteers cannot provide hands-on or hardware assistance.
Maple Valley Tuesday Evening Book Group
Extra Virginity by Tom Mueller
Tuesday, July 8, 7 p.m.
Between the Covers /Wednesday Morning Book Group
The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen
Wednesday, July 9, 10 a.m.
Computer Class: Microsoft 2013 Excel 1
Thursday, July 17, 10:30 a.m.
Registration required beginning July 3.
Start to Fitness: Chair Yoga – Finding Peace at Work
Thursday, July 17, 2 p.m.
Presented by Daniela Cawthorn
Are you getting stressed at work? Are you shoulders and back aching all the time? Then this adaptive yoga class could be for you. Learn 12 easy poses that you can do at your work and in your chair. If you want a more active, healthy lifestyle, it’s easy to get started at your library. Throughout 2014, find ideas, inspiration and tips on simple ways to add more movement and healthy options to your life through the new adult series, Start to Fitness.
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks
Saturday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.
Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Start to Fitness: Easy to Make Kites for All Ages
Saturday, July 19, 2 p.m.
These little sled kites are great activity for those who work with groups of kids. It takes about 5 minutes for a child to make a kite, and in this class you will learn just how easy it is to prepare materials and make kites from simple materials you have in your home. If you want a more active, healthy lifestyle, it’s easy to get started at your library. Throughout 2014, find ideas, inspiration and tips on simple ways to add more movement and healthy options to your life through the new adult series, Start to Fitness.
