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Checking In
June 15
CABARRUS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Summer Reading Begins Monday, June 15th!
VOLUME 7, ISSUE 6
Summer Movie Series
Take a break from the heat and
cool off with a free film!
Mt. Pleasant - Sat., June 13 • 12:30pm
The Maze Runner (PG-13)
Join us for a FREE viewing of the
action-packed sci-fi thriller, The
Maze Runner, complete with locally
grown popcorn!
Did you know that the Cabarrus County Public Library offers a
Summer Reading Program for every age? This year’s themes
are all about heroes: Every Hero Has a Story (Birth-Age 12),
Unmask! (Teens), and Escape the Ordinary (Adults).
Beginning June 15th, you can pick up a reading log for your
age division at any of our four library branches. It doesn’t
matter if you’re reading alone, reading to a child, or even
listening to a book on audio — it all counts towards the
completion of your reading log hours! Those who complete
their hours by August 15th will receive a FREE book!
The benefits of participating in a library Summer Reading
program include prevention of the “summer slide” learning
loss for students, encouragement to develop reading as a
regular activity, and engagement in fun events and
educational programs that reinforce lifelong learning as a
desirable behavior. Reluctant readers can be drawn in by the
literacy-based activities, and regular exposure over the
summer helps all children maintain cognitive activity while
generating interest in books and educational resources.
Ample opportunities for teens and adults to develop new
interests and hobbies are also a major component! The best
part? All library programs, including Summer Reading, are
free and open to the public!
Look inside for more free, family-friendly programs,
performances, and contests going on all summer long!
All programs are free and open to the public!
Registration may be required.
Please contact the library for details.
Harrisburg - Sat., June 20 • 2pm
Big Hero 6 (PG)
Disney’s hit movie about a robotics
genius and his inflatable robot
companion who team up with a
group of friends to form a band of
high-tech heroes.
Concord - Wed., June 24 • 5-7:30pm
Divergent (PG-13)
In the future, society is divided into
factions. Tris must choose a side,
but the wrong choice could mean
all-out war. Free refreshments and
activities included!
Volunteer
Opportunities @
Your Library
We want YOU!
Summer is just around
the corner and we
need your help.
General duties include shelving, collection
management, and administrative tasks. Call
or stop by your local library to learn more
and to fill out a volunteer application! Must
be age 13 or older to volunteer.
Book Discussions for Adults
DIBS Book Discussion
Concord - Tues., June 2 • 6pm
The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman
Hoffman departs from offbeat fantasy to retell
the story of the Romans' siege of Masada in 70
CE, during which all but a handful of the 900
Jewish defenders were slaughtered.
Bookends Book Discussion
Kannapolis - Tues., June 9 • 6pm
The Aviator’s Wife by Melanie Benjamin
The Aviator’s Wife takes us behind the scenes
and into the heart of the woman who loved and
married Charles Lindbergh. That was her destiny-- a life
that took her soaring into the skies and then plunged her to
earth, a story of both triumph and pain that will take your
breath away.
Nonfiction Book Discussion
Kannapolis - Tues., June 16 • 5:30pm
The Astronaut Wives Club: A True Story by Lily
Koppel
As America's Mercury Seven astronauts were
launched on death-defying missions, television
cameras focused on the brave smiles of their young wives.
Overnight, these women were transformed from military
spouses into American royalty.
Adult Book Discussion
Harrisburg - Mon., June 22 • 5pm
All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
The beautiful, stunningly ambitious instant New
York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and
a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both
try to survive the devastation of World War II.
Eclectic LitWits Book Discussion
Mt. Pleasant - Tues., June 23 • 11:30am
We will discuss southern author Eugenia Price’s
historical novel, The Beloved Invader, set on St.
Simons, GA after the Civil War.
Adult Programs
Escape the Ordinary: Yoga *
Concord - Tues., June 16 • 6:30pm
Harrisburg - Tues., June 23 • 6:30pm
Escape your stress and the ordinary
workout routine! Joanna Dudley will
present a 1-hour introductory yoga
session. Mats will be provided.
Escape the Ordinary:
Bellydancing
Concord - Mon., June 22 • 6pm
Join dancers from Queens of D’Nile
Studio as they show how you can
express yourself through bellydancing.
Escape the Ordinary: Chocolate
Discoveries *
Kannapolis - Thurs., June 25 • 6pm
Gina Guthrie of Bocca Felice will talk
about the health benefits
of chocolate and will
prepare some delicious
recipes; samples will be
provided.
Escape the Ordinary: Sidewalk
Bob
Mt. Pleasant - Sat., June 27 • 12pm
Kannapolis - Sat., June 27 • 4:30pm
Harrisburg - Tues., June 30 • 1pm
Concord - Tues., June 30 • 6:30pm
Hear Mississippi Blues at its best as
Sidewalk Bob, master of the banjo and
guitar (with his sidekick on harmonica),
deliver an interactive, entertaining
hour of music, stories and fun!
One-on-One Help with
Downloadables
Concord - Tues., June 2 • 4-6pm &
Wed., June 17 • 10am-12pm
Learn how to download free library
eBooks, eAudiobooks and magazines to
your compatible devices! Stop by for
one-on-one assistance with staff on
either of these dates or call to schedule
an appointment. Patrons accepted on a
first come, first served basis.
Crochet a Scrubbie *
Mt. Pleasant - Thurs., June 4 • 4:30pm
Teens & Adults - Have you ever seen
those round pot scrubbies made of net
and wondered where to get one? Now
you can learn to make your own! We
provide all the materials and the
instruction you need to go home with
your very own scrubbie.
Composting 101
Kannapolis - Thurs., June 4 • 6pm
Join us as Sharnelle Simpson,
Environmental Outreach Coordinator for
the City of Kannapolis, shares how to get
started with composting and using
compost for the greatest impact in your
yard.
Mt. Pleasant Stamp Club
Mt. Pleasant - Sat., June 13 • 10am
Gather with other like-minded folks to
create beautiful cards and scrapbooks.
Materials provided.
*Registration is required. Please visit the library or call for more information. Phone numbers on back page.
Adult Programs
New Literacy Tutor Orientation
Kannapolis - Sat., June 13 • 10am
The Cabarrus County Literacy Council is
offering a new tutor orientation Open
to all Cabarrus County adults 18+. Email
[email protected] to register
or for more information!
Crafters Unite! @ the Library
Mt. Pleasant - Mon., June 15 • 4pm
Teens & Adults - Gather with other
crafters and work on individual projects
brought from home.
Local History Room Resources *
Concord - Wed., June 17 • 6pm &
Sat., June 20 • 11AM
Would you like to know what’s
available in the Local History/Lore
Room? Join us for an informative
session on the Local History room
resources such as books, vertical files,
microfilm, etc. that will assist
individuals in their genealogical
endeavors. For more information or to
register, call the Local History/Lore
Room at 704-920-2061 or email
[email protected].
Fundamentals of Chess
Kannapolis - Thurs., June 20 • 2pm
Teens & Adults - How about a game of
chess? Learn the basic moves and rules
of chess. Enjoy free play afterwards.
Escape the Ordinary: Upcycled
Bags
Mt. Pleasant - Mon., June 22 • 6:30pm
If you've got an old shirt, you can get a
brand new bag! Bring in an old t-shirt
and learn how to make it into a tote bag
for books or groceries with no sewing
required!
Mt. Pleasant Annual Used Book
Sale
Mt. Pleasant - Sat., June 27
Stop by the Mt. Pleasant Library after
the Independence Day Parade on
Saturday, June 27 for our Annual Used
Book Sale. Stock up on great reads for
the summer with all books priced less
than $1. Donations of gently used
books for the sale will be accepted until
June 25. Sponsored by the Friends of
the Mt. Pleasant Library.
TED Talks
Harrisburg - Sat., June 27 • 4:30pm
Come join us for TED Talks: Ideas worth
spreading. This month we will be
watching and discussing A Science
Award That Makes You Laugh, Then
Think talk by Marc Abrahams.
Escape the Ordinary: Magazine
Coaster Craft
Kannapolis - Tues., June 30 • 6pm
Tired of rings on your tables? Learn
how to make colorful, unique coasters
using old magazines.
Children & Family Programs
Baby Story Time
Preschool Story Time
Kannapolis - Mon., June 15, 22, & 29 • 9:30am
Mt. Pleasant - Mon. • 10:30am
Concord - Tues. • 9:15am
Harrisburg - Thurs. • 9:30am
Ages 0-Walking with caregiver - Songs,
stories, and finger plays, followed by
playtime for babies and networking for
parents.
Concord - Tues. & Thurs. • 10am
Harrisburg - Tues., June 2 & 9 • 11am
Wed., June 17 & 24 • 11am
Thurs., June 4 & 11 • 11am
Ages 3-5 with caregiver - Stories, songs, finger plays, and
more.
Toddler Story Time
Harrisburg - Tues., June 2 & 9 • 9:30am
Wed., June 3 & 10 • 10:30am
Wed., June 17 & 24 • 9:30am
Thurs., June 18 & 25 • 11am
Kannapolis - Tues., June 16, 23, & 30 • 9:30am & 10:30am
Concord - Wed. • 9:15am
Mt. Pleasant - Thurs. • 10:30am
Ages Walking-3 years with
caregiver - Stories, songs, finger plays and
more, followed by playtime for toddlers and
networking for parents.
Family Story Time
Concord - Mon., June 1 • 5:30pm & Sat., June 6 • 11am
Mt. Pleasant - Tues. • 10:30am
Kannapolis - Thurs., June 18 & 25 • 11am & 6pm
All ages - Stories, songs, and movement for children and
families.
After School Story Time
Mt. Pleasant - Tues., June 2 & 9 • 3:30pm
Ages 5-12 - Stories, songs, and more, for the elementaryaged crowd.
Just for Me Story Time
Concord - Tues. (Begins June 16) • 11AM
Ages 6-8 - Stories, songs, and movement for an older crowd.
*Registration is required. Please visit the library or call for more information. Phone numbers on back page.
Children & Family Programs (continued)
Superhero Gliders Preschool
Story Time
Big Bang Boom
Concord - Thurs., June 11 • 10am
Harrisburg - Tues., June 16 • 10:30am Ages 3-5 with caregiver - It's a bird! It's a
Mt. Pleasant - Tues., June 16 • 3pm
plane! It's a Superhero-Shaped Glider!
Kannapolis - Wed., June 17 • 10:30am Celebrate superheroes/sidekicks with
(Village Park Amphitheater)
books and activities and make your very
Concord - Wed., June 17 • 3pm
own Superhero-Shaped Glider.
Recommended for ages 5-12 - Enjoy the
live musical talent of Big Bang Boom, a
Creative Adventures
rockin' trio of dads dedicated to creating Kannapolis - Mon., June 15 • 3pm
music that both kids and parents will
Ages 8-10 - Hear silly stories, do fun
love!
activities, and make a funny box to hold
your stuff while we booktalk some of our
Rags to Riches
favorite library books!
Harrisburg - Tues., June 23 • 10:30am
Mt. Pleasant - Tues., June 23 • 3pm
Every Hero Has a Story: Wild West
Kannapolis - Wed., June 24 • 10:30am Kannapolis - Tues., June 16 • 3pm
Concord - Wed., June 24 • 3pm
Harrisburg - Thurs., June 25 • 3pm
Recommended for ages 5-12 - Rags to
Ages 5-12 - Give a big yee-haw for the
Riches theatre group presents "Jack
heroes of the Old West! Hear tales of
Tales", an interactive play for children.
cowpokes, lawmen, and sharp-shooters,
Paying homage to the Appalachian
have some rootin’-tootin’ fun, and make
tradition from which these tales have
yourself a cowboy vest.
sprung, join us as we follow Jack up that
big ole bean tree!
Every Hero Has a Story: Heroes in
the Stars
Summer Performers
Every Hero Has a Story:
Spectacular Sidekicks
Concord - Thurs., June 18 • 3pm
Ages 5-12 - Celebrate sidekicks, the
often-overlooked heroes, with books
and activities. Participants
will think about sidekicks in
new ways and experience
themselves as part of a
superhero/sidekick duo.
Every Hero Has a
Story: Goin' to the Dogs!
Harrisburg - Thurs., June 18 • 3pm
Mt. Pleasant - Wed., June 24 • 10:30am
Ages 5-12 - Come join the fun as we
learn about dog heroes throughout
history as well as in the present day.
We’ll read about dogs, laugh out loud at
dog humor, play dog themed games, and
make our own dog pencil holder out of
clothespins!
Writing Workshop
Kannapolis - Wed., June 17 • 3pm
Ages 7-12 - Come and bring out the
writer in you by exploring books that will
Mt. Pleasant - Wed., June 17 • 10:30am spark your writing creativity!
Ages 5-12 - Learn about constellations
and the legends associated with them in Drop In Thursdays: Father’s Day
this program that explores how different Cards
Kannapolis - Thurs., June 18 • 2-5pm
cultures view the night sky through
books, songs, activities and a very starry Ages 7-12 - Drop in and create a
Father’s Day card for dad!
craft.
League of Extraordinary LEGOs®
Harrisburg - Thurs., June 4 • 5:30pm
Concord - Tues., June 16 • 4:30pm
Mt. Pleasant - Sat., June 20 • 10am
Kannapolis - Wed., June 24 • 2pm
Ages 4-12 - We’ll bring the LEGOs®, you bring your imagination! Drop in.
Read to Therapy Dogs
Concord - Mon., June 8 • 3pm & Sat., June 13 • 11am & 3pm
Harrisburg - Mon., June 1, 8, & 22 • 3pm & Sat., June 13 & 20 • 11am
Ages 4-12 - Need reading practice? Love dogs? Drop in and read out loud to a
certified therapy dog.
Union Street Live
Concord - Thurs., June 18 • 5-7pm
All ages - Join us in front of the library
during the downtown music event. We’ll
be making jellyfish wind socks, drawing
with chalk, and having fun!
Theatre Workshop *
Kannapolis - Mon., June 22 • 3pm
Ages 7-12 - Learn about the theatre,
explore books and bring out the actor in
you. Experience mime, improvisation,
and dialog scripts.
*Registration is required. Please visit the library or call for more information. Phone numbers on back page.
Children & Family Programs (continued)
Every Hero Has a Story: Pigeons
Can Be Heroes Too!
Kannapolis - Tues., June 23 • 3pm
Ages 5-12 - Heroes come in all sizes…
even in the size of birds! Learn about
the brave little carrier pigeons who
saved hundreds of lives during WWI
and WWII, enjoy stories by Mo Willems
starring a very demanding city pigeon,
try your hand at writing secret codes,
and make fun flying crafts.
BeTWEEN the Lines *
Concord - Thurs., June 25 • 4:30pm
Ages 10-12 - Middle School can
be hard, especially when the
biggest super villains in town
just happen to be your parents.
Read any book in the Joshua
Dread series by Lee Bacon to see how
Joshua survives and then join us for fun
and a “super” activity while we talk
about the book.
Drop In Thursdays: Feed the
Birds
Kannapolis - Mon., June 25 • 2-5pm
Ages 7-12 - Mmm, what a tasty tweet!
Drop in and make a cereal ring
treat for the birds.
Stories Under the Stars: Poetry
Alive
Kannapolis - Sat., June 27 • 7pm
All ages - Join us on the library patio
for a high energy interactive theatrical
poetry performance from Poetry Alive
and co-sponsored by Kannapolis Parks
and Recreation. Enjoy free popcorn
provided by the Gem Theatre!
Every Hero Has a Story:
Tricks, Trolls, and Tiaras
Concord - Thurs., June 25 • 3pm
Ages 5-12 - Do you love stories with
heroes, royalty, and monsters? Join us
as we explore fairy tales, play a
guessing game, and write a silly and
heroic tale of our own. Make a paper
hat and transform yourself into a
dragon, a hero, or a princess!
Tall Tale Heroes
Mt. Pleasant - Tues., June 30 • 3pm
Ages 5-12 - A special program
featuring larger than life folk heroes
and their sidekicks.
Awesome Pageturners *
Concord - Tues., June 30 • 4:30pm
Ages 8-10 - Meet a hero whose identity
is so secret, even he doesn’t know who
he is! Read Dav Pilkey’s The
Adventures of Captain
Underpants, then join us as
we play games and talk about
the book.
Creative Adventures
Kannapolis - Mon., June 29 • 3pm
Ages 10-12 - Learn about what your
dreams mean and make a dream
catcher while we booktalk some of our
favorite library books!
Tween & Teen Programs
Crochet a Scrubbie *
Mt. Pleasant - Thurs., June 4 • 4:30pm
Teens & Adults - Have you ever seen
those round pot scrubbies made of net
and wondered where to get one? Now
you can learn to make your own! We
provide all the materials and the
instruction you need to go home with
your very own scrubbie.
Pokémon Club
Kannapolis - Sat., June 6 • 2pm
Harrisburg - Sat., June 27 • 2pm
Grades 5-9 - Trainers of all skill levels
are welcome to join and test their
skills. Both Pokémon trading cards and
video games are welcome. Bring your
own cards or games. The library will
provide loaner decks if you do not have
your own cards.
speaker can be made from everyday
recyclables. If you have a smartphone
or mp3 player, please bring it to test
our homemade speakers!
Unmask! Myths Busted!
Concord - Mon., June 15 • 4pm
Grades 6-12 - Unleash your inner
Mythbuster as we tackle burning
questions like, “Could a penny dropped
from the Empire State Building really
kill someone down below?” Join us for
hands on experiments and freaky facts,
then work individually to find out if a
Unmask! DIY 8-Bit Geek Craft
Mt. Pleasant - Wed., June 17 • 2pm
Grades 6-12 - It's a crafting throw-back!
Create unique patterns and art in 8-bit
style using Perler Beads. From
superhero emblems to cartoon selfportraits, the only limit is your
imagination!
Crafters Unite! @ the Library
Mt. Pleasant - Mon., June 15 • 4pm
Teens & Adults - Gather with other
crafters and work on individual projects
brought from home.
*Registration is required. Please visit the library or call for more information. Phone numbers on back page.
Tween & Teen Programs
Unmask! CSI Summer Forensics Program *
Mt. Pleasant - Thurs., June 18 • 2pm
Grades 6-12 - Join the Cabarrus County Sherriff’s Department
as they explore the science behind the forensic work
commonly seen on TV’s top crime television programs. Don’t
miss the only time this program will be offered this year!
Ink & Panel League
Harrisburg - Thurs., June 25 • 5:30pm
Grades 9-12 - Join us for our very own Comic Book/Graphic
Novel discussion group. Superheroes take center stage this
month as we talk about Superman: Birthright, Batman Vol. 1
Court of Owls, and Rage of Ultron.
Unmask! Super Hero T-Shirts
Kannapolis - Thurs., June 18 • 3pm
Concord - Mon., June 29 • 4pm
Grades 6-12 - Unmask you inner superhero! Bring in a white
or light-colored t-shirt and make your own superhero designs
using fabric crayons. Discover your superhero name and
personality to complete your secret identity.
Teen Advisory Board: Get Involved @ Your Library!
Concord - Thurs., June 25 • 5:30pm
Mt. Pleasant - Mon., June 29 • 5:30pm
Rising grades 8-12 - Want to make your voice heard in the
community, develop leadership skills, and have fun making
new friends? The Concord and Mt. Pleasant libraries are
holding interest meetings over the summer for interested
teens to start discussing the creation of a Teen Advisory
Board. Stop by or call the library for more information!
Unmask! Nacho Lucha
Kannapolis - Wed., June 24 • 3pm
Grades 6-12 - Become a masked luchador wrestler
by creating and decorating your own mask! Then dine on
tortilla chips and salsa while we learn lucha libre moves from a
hilarious film about an orphanage cook-turned-luchador who
wrestles to raise money for the orphanage. Rated PG.
Unmask! Zombie Challenge
Harrisburg - Wed., June 24 • 3pm
Grades 6-12 - Battle hordes of hungry zombies in this original
roleplaying game! Teams will work together through life-anddeath scenarios to see if they can survive a typical day during
the zombie apocalypse. You are among the few, the proud,
the living... for now.
Unmask! Babysitting Basics *
Mt. Pleasant - Wed., June 24 • 2pm (limit 12 seats)
Kannapolis - Thurs., June 25 • 3pm (limit 12 seats)
Grades 6-12 - Learn the basics of babysitting, including
handling emergencies, activities for children of all ages, being
in charge, caregiving skills, making healthy snacks, and more.
You will earn a certificate of completion and assemble a
“Sitter’s Sack” full of goodies to use on your very first job.
The Comic Collective *
Concord - Sat., June 27 • 4pm
Grades 6-9 - Enjoy discussing comic books, manga, or graphic
novels? This month we’ll talk about Mouse Guard: Winter
1152 and Maximum Ride Vol. 1. For more information or to
register, please call 704.920.2055.
Minecraft Mania @ the Library!
Grades 5-9 - Test your creativity and survival skills with
others within the sandbox world of Minecraft!
Harrisburg *- Tues., June 9 • 5-6:30pm: Creative
Sat., June 13 • 10-11:30am: Creative
Sat., June 13 • 12-1:30pm: Survival
Sat., June 13 • 2-3:30pm: Creative
Sat., June 13 • 4-5:30pm: Survival
Tues., June 16 • 4-5:30pm : Survival
*Registration is required at Harrisburg; limit 9 seats per
session.
Concord - Thurs., June 18 • 5-7pm: Creative
Kannapolis - Tues., June 30 • 3pm: Creative
*Registration is required. Please visit the library or call for more information. Phone numbers below.
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