22 JUNE, TUESDAY
Surf's Up! 2-3 p.m.
Come see and hear about surfing environment and culture from surfer, Randy Roberts. Check out surfboard designs from the 1930s to present and find out what equipment you need to begin to surf, as well as exercises to help you shred. Grades 4-12. Ordway Auditorium
30 JUNE, WEDNESDAY
Whale of a Good Time! 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Learn about humpback whales wintering in Hawaii with photographic slides, sounds, songs and facts from Grand Teton National Park Naturalist, Mark Abetz. Grades 1 - 8. Ordway Auditorium
6 JULY, TUESDAY
Get Hooked on Fishing. 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Trout fishing made fun! Young anglers come watch, learn, and practice fly tying and fly casting from some of the valley’s pro fishermen. Grades 1-5. Library Backyard or Ordway Auditorium in the case of rain
8 JULY, THURSDAY
Award-Winning Illustrator Jerry Pinkney. 3-4 p.m.
Join one of the most celebrated illustrators of our time, renowned children’s book author and illustrator, Jerry Pinkney, as he describes the process of book illustration, from choosing the book to its final artful creation. Mr. Pinkney will give a demonstration of his work and a book signing will follow the presentation. Mr. Pinkney is the 2010 Randolph Caldecott Medal winner, the most prestigious picture book award, and a five-time recipient of both the Randolph Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King awards. He is author or illustrator of over hundred books for children, and his paintings are exhibited worldwide. For more information, visit www.jerrypinkneystudio.com. Program is for middle school to adult. Cost: Free. Location: Ordway Auditorium. Contact: Youth Services, 733-2164 ext. 103.
13 JULY, TUESDAY
Discover the Wonders of Water. Two sessions: 2-3 p.m., 3:15-4:15 p.m.
Discover the amazing things water can do from experiments and scientific observation with biologist, teacher and library staffer Mike Windsor. You’ll get wet in this interactive outside water program, so dress accordingly! Space limited; registration required. Sign-up begins at 10 a.m. Jun. 16. Grades 1 - 5. Library Backyard, rain or shine.
23 JULY, FRIDAY
The Great Water Rescue! Two sessions: 10-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:45 a.m.
Join a crab, otter, octopus, sea gnome and other creatures on the fantastic sea adventure, “Finding the Great Water Crystal” during this puppet storytelling fantasy for the whole family! Markie Scholz from traveling puppet theatre, “Dragons Are Too Seldom Puppets,” is back this summer to awe audiences with her whimsical 10-puppet troupe. Preschool to Grade 5. Ordway Auditorium
13 AUGUST, FRIDAY
Wow-Water Reptiles! 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Come see and learn about splashing water reptiles from around the globe from our favorite animal guide, Newly. A real live anaconda, up close and personal, is just part of this exciting presentation. Ages 4 to 10. Ordway Auditorium
13 AUGUST, FRIDAY
Luau @ the Library. 3:30-4:30 p.m.
All Kid’s Summer Reading participants are invited to a library “Backyard Beach Blast” to celebrate their reading accomplishments. Prepare for tropical games, drinks, and entertainment; water clothes advised for some of the beach games! Library Backyard, or Ordway Auditorium in case of rain.