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Normally, a library is quiet but , on
Friday, June 2 at 2 p.m., the Fortson
Public Library is making an excep-
tion. We are excited to have
Babatunde come and kickoff our
2017 summer reading program.
Babatunde is a freestyle storyteller.
This program is centered around
the importance of collectively com-
ing together to authentically cele-
brate our differences while being
fully aware of how our commonali-
ties can make the most beautiful
and powerfully rich experiences,
opportunities for growth and heal-
ing and community building.
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Summer 2017
The Library Times
GSU’s fantastic Bio-Bus will once again return to Fortson Public Library
on Friday, July 7th. Since seats are limited for these programs, sign-up will
be required to participate, and it fills up fast! All sessions this year are for
those 8 years old and up.
There will be two sessions of the Chemistry: States of Matter presenta-
tion, one at 11 a.m. and another at 2 p.m. This session focuses on the prop-
erties of the states of matter with demonstrations to illustrate the concepts
and gain familiarity with lab practices. Our 11 a.m. session will be espe-
cially tailored for teens and adults with developmental differences.
At 3 p.m. we will host Chemistry: Acids, Bases, and Indicators.
Participants will conduct hands-on experiments while learning about the
properties of acids and bases, the use of pH indicators, and scientific think-
ing and methodology.
Have you ever watched the TV show Chopped and thought, “I could do
that!” Well, on Thursday, June 22 at 1:30 p.m. you will get your chance. We
will even give you the advantage of knowing what the secret ingredient is
right now! Your challenge? To build a better peanut butter sandwich and
refreshing drink. Your judges? Select members of our library staff!
Discover if you have the chops for this challenge or if you’ll be chopped!
Stories are all around us. They can be found
in books, magazines, online and through bal-
loons. Yes, inanimate objects can tell stories
with some help from storytellers. Laurel
Alford, storyteller and balloon artist extraordi-
naire is visiting the Fortson Public Library and
we are about to pop! Join us on Wednesday,
June 7 at 11 a.m. for some fabulous stories
about animals and more told through the won-
der of balloons.
Participants from last summer’s hit visit from Chef Carlin will be excited
to know she is returning to Fortson Public Library on Thursday, June 15th.
Since space is limited, those interested in partici-
pating, ages 12 and older, are asked to sign-up to
reserve their spot. Arrive by 5:15 p.m. to partici-
pate in a food themed game before we get cooking
at 5:30 p.m. This year, participants will “Build a
Better Mac & Cheese.” How could mac & cheese
get any better? Sign-up and come find out!
Bio-Bus at Fortson
Mondays, June 5th, June 19th, and July 3rd at
6 p.m. join us to watch an episode from a dif-
ferent anime series. Each session will also fea-
ture unique library resources on topics such as
learning a foreign language, drawing and ani-
mation, and how to check out manga from the
library (traditional book and digital formats).
Casual fans and otaku alike are welcome to
come watch, talk, and snack.
On Friday, June 30 at 11 a.m. The
Mobile Dairy Classroom and the
Chick-Fil-A cow will be here. The
MDC will be sharing with the fami-
lies how milk is processed and will
bring their real life model, Sadie, to
the program. Miss Nicole, our
mobile dairy ambassador, will be
able to answer questions about life
on a dairy farm. This is an outdoor
event, so bring chairs or towels to sit
on in the grass. If it is raining, the
event will be postponed.
Whether you call it stimming, fidget-
ing, play, or stress relief, come discover
different ways to celebrate the energy
and stimulation some brains crave! A
variety of different stations will be set
up for all ages to investigate. Discover
ways to reduce noise, recipes for home-
made slime, weighted toys and blan-
kets, fidgeting toys, “chewlery,” and
digital resources for learning more
about how brains work.
Attendees are also invited to con-
tribute to a list of things they like to
habitually do or bring a favorite item
for stimming or fidgeting to show &
tell. Keep calm and stim on at Fortson
Public Library Friday, June 30 at 1:30
p.m.
Babatunde at Fortson Library
Mobile Dairy Classroom
Balloon Storytelling with Laurel
Chopped Challenge
ANIME NIGHT
You’re invited to join forces for our
annual Star Wars night. We are plan-
ning for a fun evening with Star
Wars Origami, as featured in books
by Tom Angleberger, and we are
thrilled to host a costume contest.
Everyone is invited to come out in
their best Star Wars attire. May the
Force be with you on Monday, July
17 at 6 p.m. when you join the
Rebellion or the Empire!
Star Wars Night July 17
Chef Carlin:
Build a Better Mac & Cheese
On Friday, June 9th at 1:30 p.m., builders will work on teams to create a
catapult (up), zip line (across), and bridge (over). “ Builder Event – Up,
Across, Over!” promises to be an exciting lesson in teamwork and physics.
Monday, June 26th at 1:30 p.m. participants not only will build with LEGO
bricks, they will build themselves and each other up with their words. The
only way to get the bricks needed to construct something will be to pay, in
compliments, towards others and oneself! Ages 5 and older.
BUILDER EVENTS:
Up, Across, Over! & Build Yourself Up with LEGO
Fortson
Public Library
61 McDonough St, Hampton
678-432-5353, Option 5
“Stim”ulating Activity Fair