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J. Joel Edwards Public Library Summer Reading Program - Libraries Rock!

ZEBULON - The J. Joel Edwards Public Library is gearing up for another fun-filled summer reading program, following the national theme Libraries Rock. To that end, programs are offered to accommodate all ages, from toddlers to adults throughout June and July.

Mondays are dedicated to the teen scene, encouraging teens to join in a “passive program” at the library this summer. Each day a teen checks out books, he or she draws a prize ticket; every ticket is a winner. Two teen in-house programs are offered each month (one activity and one movie day). Teens may enjoy creating their own bleached tees in June and decorating a rocking record album bowl in July. Teens are invited to an end of the summer pizza party, during which a grand prize will be given away to one lucky participant.

Preschool children through age five are invited to join Miss Kim each Tuesday at 11:00 for stories, songs, and crafts.

Each Thursday at 1:00 children ages 6-12 are encouraged to rock their library with magic shows, flamenco guitar, dance, drumming, and much more.

The adults are not to be left out this year, either. Each time an adult checks out a book, he or she is given the chance to answer a challenging question related to this year’s theme: Libraries Rock. At the end of the week a winner is chosen from the correct answers and awarded a shopping bag full of prizes from local businesses.

Adult/family programs are held most Thursdays at 6:00 in June and July. Gene Cordova, comedian and ventriloquist, kicks off the summer with the Musical Zoo Revue, designed to keep all ages rolling with laughter. Michael “Buffalo” Smith, the Ambassador of Southern Rock, will rock on over for a presentation and book signing that’s sure to take you back to the 70’s and 80’s.

Other events guaranteed to keep the library rocking include two karaoke nights, a symphony of honeybees with local beekeeper Jim Quick, and an evening of toe-tapping music with Atlanta Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Bennie Rose and the Appalachian Travelers Bluegrass Band.

All programs and events are free and open to the public. For more information and a full calendar of all events, follow the J. Joel Edwards Public Library on Facebook or visit the library during regular business hours: M/W/F 10-5, T/Th 10-7, and Saturday 10-3.


Teen Activity Day at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Mon., June 4, 1:00. Teens (age 13+) are invited to create their own bleached tee shirt designs. All materials supplied.

Make It / Take It Crafts at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Wed., June 6, 1:00-4:00. Children through age 12 are invited to make their own ocean drum. This is a drop-in activity. Children 5 and under must be assisted by an adult.

Summer reading program for ages 6-12. David Floyd presents the Great Magical Music Show at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Thurs., June 7, 1:00.

The J. Joel Edwards Public Library presents Gene Cordova’s Musical Zoo Review, Thurs., June 7, 6:00. Comedian and ventriloquist, Cordova kicks off the first summer family program at the library. Come prepared to rock the library with laughter. Free and open to all ages.

Free family movie at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Sat., June 9, 1:00. Hint: E.B., the Easter Bunny's teenage son, heads to Hollywood, determined to become a drummer in a rock 'n' roll band. In LA, he's taken in by Fred after the out-of-work slacker hits E.B. with his car. Rated PG. Free and open to all ages.

Make It / Take It Crafts at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Wed., June 13, 1:00-4:00. Children through age 12 are invited to make their own jingle bell ankle bracelet. This is a drop-in activity. Children 5 and under must be assisted by an adult.

Summer reading program for ages 6-12 at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Thurs., June 14, 1:00. Stacy Brown presents a special program on music and musical instruments.

Teen Movie Day (ages 13+) at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Mon., June 18, 1:00. Hint: After being kicked out of a rock band, Dewey Finn becomes a substitute teacher of a strict elementary private school, only to try and turn it into a rock band.

Make It / Take It Crafts at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Wed., June 20, 1:00-4:00. Children through age 12 are invited to make their own maracas. This is a drop-in activity. Children 5 and under must be assisted by an adult.

Summer reading program for ages 6-12 at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Thurs., June 21, 1:00. Inspired by the great composers, Spanish guitar maestros, and much more, Gladius, a “musical mad scientist,” fuses the elements into a refreshing formula—evoking the Spanish spirit, yet distinctly unorthodox, mixing influences ranging from classical to rock and beyond.

Karaoke Night at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Thurs., June 21, 6:00. In the spirit of its summer reading theme, Libraries Rock, the library presents its first-ever karaoke night. Free and open to all ages.

Make It / Take It Crafts at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Wed., June 27, 1:00-4:00. Children through age 12 are invited to make their own spin drum. This is a drop-in activity. Children 5 and under must be assisted by an adult.

Summer reading program for ages 6-12 at the J. Joel Edwards Public Library, Thurs., June 28, 1:00. The local fire department shares insights into “safe fireworks” for the upcoming holiday and provides a water demonstration in the parking lot. Shoes required, towels highly recommended.

The J. Joel Edwards Public Library presents Capricorn Rising: An Evening with Michael Buffalo Smith, the “Ambassador of Southern Rock,” Thurs., June 28, 6:00. Presentation and author signing.

Submitted 5.24.18
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