July 29 Theme: I've got rhythm

This week we will switch gears a little bit and take a look at a different form of creativity: music! We'll rock 'n roll our way in to a be boppin', hip hoppin', foot stompin' good time. And we'll be making our own instruments!

There are tons of great children's books out there that teach kids to appreciate music, sounds, and rhythm, so be sure to check some out.

Join us Wednesday, July 29 at 10:30am!

Clinton District Public Library

July 22: Modern Art Mayhem

This week we will be taking a look at more recent works of art and we will meet a character from the modern art world that kids always love: Blue Dog. We will be reading the book Why is Blue Dog Blue? by artist George Rodrigue, and will explore the work of other famous modern artists.

Join us for the Modern Art Mayhem!

Wednesday, July 22 @ 10:30am

Clinton District Public Library

Wednesday, July 15: Sunflowers and Starry Nights

Can you guess who we are going to learn about this Wednesday?

Vincent Van Gogh was a very interesting character and a true visionary. He did not know fame as an artist in his lifetime, yet he is one of the most famous artists known today. He loved to draw flowers, among many other things.

We will take a look at a sweet little book called Katie and the Sunflowers by James Mayhew and explore some themes in Van Gogh's work through painting and chalk art.

Join us July 15 @ 10:30am

at the Clinton District Public Library

July 8: Action Jackson

Hello! Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend!

This Wednesday, we will start up again with a bang. Or maybe I should say with a splatter! We will be taking a look at the work of Jackson Pollock, the American artist who perfected the messy look! His painting technique was called "Action Painting" because he was interested in seeing what kinds of paintings he could create by moving around a lot while splashing paint on the canvas. The finished products were interesting and unique, and something I think children will really have fun with! Check it out:

Whoa! See what I mean?! A kid's dream! So let's get messy with Jackson Pollock Wednesday, July 8 at 10:30 am at the Clinton District Public Library. Remember to wear clothes you don't mind getting messy...

And in your spare time, check out this great website that is perfect for all ages: http://www.jacksonpollock.org/. Scribble, drip, race across the screen, etc! Click to change colors. Enjoy!

Reminder

There will be no Activity Wednesday on June 1, 2009.

This is a great chance to catch up on your summer reading!

I know many of you are going out of town, so please enjoy your holiday and be safe!

Classes will resume on June 8, and we have something really exciting planned!

Celebrate a Summer of Reading

Remember, it is not too late to sign up for the Clinton District Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Children up to the fifth grade can register to win prizes for reading and participate in exciting weekly activities!

Once they are registered for the Summer Reading Program, children can sign up for our “Celebrate a Summer of Reading @ the Clinton Library” end-of-summer party to honor everyone who took part in the 2009 Summer Reading Program. The celebration will be held on August 12 at 10:30am. We will have snacks, give out reading certificates, and announce the winners of the 40-book prizes. Whether you’ve read four books or 40 books, join us for the food and fun! For more information, contact the Clinton District Public Library. 2005 Grafton Road, Morgantown. (304) 291-0703.

Activity Wednesday Theme for June 24: "Painting with Scissors - Picasso and Matisse"

This Wednesday, we are going to learn about two artists who liked the idea of painting shapes: Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse.

We will experiment with "painting with scissors," or using cut outs of shapes and pictures to create our own works of art.

We will look at the book When Pigasso Met Mootisse by Nina Laden for inspiration.

Join us!

Wednesday, June 25 @ 10:30am

Clinton District Public Library