October 2014
JOHN L. DART BRANCH LIBRARY, 1067 King Street: 722-7550 ccpl.org
Children’s Programs
Quiz Bowl (grades K-5)
Tuesdays, October 7, 14, 21, 28 after school
Challenge yourself to answer the trivia question. Win a prize.
Word Play Wednesday (grades K-5)
Wednesdays October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 after school
See if you can solve the puzzle and get a treat!
Thursday Word (grades K-5)
Thursdays October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 after school
Define the Thursday word and get a treat!
PLAY: Every Child Ready to Read Family Storytime
Saturday October 4 at 10:30 am
Children and caregivers, enjoy stories and discussion focusing on family literacy and learning.
Healthy Kids in the Kitchen
Tuesday October 7 at 4 pm
Join Ms. Jessie from Earthfare as she demonstrates and samples healthy yummy snacks.
After School Movie
Wednesday October 8 at 3:30
Monster House PG 91 min.
Stop Drop and Read
Tuesday October 14 at 10:30 am
Kids learn about fire prevention with special guest reader Battalion Chief Eric Phillips.
Kids Mystery Movie
Wednesday October 22 at 3:30 pm
What movie will it be? Come to the library and see!
PLAY: Family Yoga Time
Saturday October 11 at 11 am
Enjoy a relaxing yoga class. No experience required!
PLAY with Parents: Sigma Saturday
Saturday, October 18 at 1 p.m.
Enjoy a carpentry workshop sponsored by Lowe’s with members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
October 21 at 10:30, and a new reading begins every hour 1:00 – 4:00 p.m
Join us for a special Read for the Record storytime
Let’s set a new world record for reading the same book on the same day. We’ll read Bunny Cakes by Rosemary Wells at our Pre-School storytime at 10:30 and then we’ll read it again every hour.
Afternoon Movie and Craft
Friday October 24 at 1 pm

Toy Story of Terror G 30 min
Join us for a short movie and craft. Supplies are limited first come, first served.
PLAY with your Family (ages 5 and up)
Saturday October 25 at 1pm
Mask making with a twist – make a mask about yourself! For kids, teen and families. Presented by a local artist partnering with Enough Pie.
The Gullah Lady
Tuesday October 28 at 10:30 am
The Gullah Sharon Cooper-Murray presents Gullah Halloween stories for little ones at our preschool storytime.
Preschool Monster’s Ball
Wednesday October 29 at 10:30
Wear your costumes and join us for some stories, crafts, treats and games.
After School Monster’s Ball
Wednesday October 29 at 3:30
Join us for some crafts and treats after school.
Teen Programs
Mind Bending Maze (grades 6 – 12)
Mondays, October 6, 13, 20, and 27
Challenge yourself to complete an intricate maze. How twisted can it be? Prizes will be awarded.
Midweek Crossword (grades 6 – 12)
Wednesdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Challenge yourself by solving clues which lead to the answers.
Jr. Word Seekers (grades 6 – 12)
Fridays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31
Challenge yourself to find every word on thematic word find puzzles for a prize.
Game On (ages 10-18)
Wednesday, October 15 and 29 starting at 3:30 – 5pm
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of gaming. Choose from board games and interactive video games.
Teen DIY: Monster Wraps
Tuesday, October 28 at 3:30pm
Make something scary that tastes so good.
Halloween Movie! Eight Legged Freaks (6 graders and up)
Thursday, October 30 at 3:30pm
100 min. PG 13
Refreshments will be provided.
Stomping Out Bullies!
Wednesday, October 1 starting at 3:30
Discussion with Chelsei Howard from the Human Service Commission on bullying and how to deal with it.
Teen Lock In: Project Kicks and Treats!
Thursday, October 30 at 6:15 pm
Style and profile your sneakers on our Dart Runway for Halloween! Then JP Hudson, owner of Sneaker Feet First, will be talking about the sneaker industry. Refreshments and prizes to be awarded. Call for more details: 843 722-7550.