Teen Photography Contest at Warren Public Library
This event is for teens in grade 7-12 who are Warren County residents.
•The person entering the contest must take the photos and each contestant is limited to 2 entries.
•The photos may be black and white or color and may be 4x6, 5x7 or 8x10 in size.
•Each photo must be matted but framing is optional.
•Each photo must have an accompanying entry form (available at library or click here for the pdf
http://www.warrenlibrary.org/StaffNet/user_images/5/2012%20Teen%20Photography%20Contest%20poster%20&%20entry%20form.pdf)•The photos may be black and white or color and may be 4x6, 5x7 or 8x10 in size.
•Each photo must be matted but framing is optional.
•Each photo must have an accompanying entry form (available at library or click here for the pdf
Photos will be judged based on quality, originality and creativity. All entries will be displayed in the gallery at the library and during the month of June, the public will be able to cast a ballot for their favorite.
Prizes are Amazon gift cards: 1st place, $100; 2nd place, $75; 3rd place $50; 4th place, $25; people's choice award $20.
Entries must be received no later than May 26th.
HOMESCHOOL SALE
Tuesday, June 12th
6pm - 9pm
"Family Life is pleased to be hosting our 16th annual Home School Used Curriculum Sale on Tuesday, June 12th, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Family Life Center in Bath. Families, Christian schools, vendors and home business are welcome to sell their used books and products that are of interest to homeschoolers."
Held at Family Life Center in Bath, NY.
Click HERE for more info and direction.
8 Weeks of Wow...
instead of "What Now?"
Operation Summer is an 8 week activity-packed plan to help you create memories, strengthen relationships, provide structure and have fun! The plan is FREE and includes colorful printables, yummy summer recipes, family conversation starters, easy craft ideas and even some inspiration for you, Mom, because we think you’re the best!
Click HERE to sign up for FREE summer fun straight to your inbox each week... brought to you by iMom!
(Fyi, I sign up for this each summer and they have wonderful ideas! iMom is part of Family First, who also brings you All Pro Dad for the men in our lives. Teaming up Moms & Dads to be better parents and spouses, you can also sign up for their daily devotionals and see their other great ideas for parenting and marriage!)
Things to do in and around Warren
May 19-20 - Allegheny Burger Festival, Betts Park,
Time: Friday from 3pm-10pm , Saturday from 11am-10pm and Sunday from 11am-6pm
From veggie, turkey and the finest ground beef to BBQ, Bison, seafood burgers and every topping you can dream up, burger lovers will be in taste heaven with the awesome selection of traditional and gourmet burgerswww.wccbi.org
May 19-20 - Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, Betts Park
May 25 - Family Safety Fair/ Missing Persons Awareness Event, Location: Warren's YMCA
The family of Damien Mark Sharp welcomes you to participate in this fair in honor of National Missing Children's Day and to mark the 10th anniversary of Damien's disappearance.The Warren and Pennsylvania Crime Stoppers will present the community with information about their services. City of Warren Police Department and the Warren Explorer Post will offer free fingerprinting I.D. for children along with a photo I.D.program through the Jefferson DeFrees Center.Agencies focusing on the missing, missing children, law enforcement liaisons and the advocacy of laws for victim's families and the missing will take part in the fair. These include: NAMPN, PAlivSAFE, C.U.E of North Carolina and the Warren County Witness Program.
May 25-28 Memorial Day Activities: Chapman State Park Friday: 6pm - Stream Stomp,
9pm - Welcome Campfire,
Saturday: Animal Tracks 3pm,
Movie 'season of the bear' 8pm,
Sunday: 10 am chapel service,
Canoe Chapman 11am,
Eco-sand sculpture competition 3pm,
Monday: Fish for free day...family fishing program, 11am, 'Fish Prints' 3pm
May 25 - Sugar Grove car Cruise-in
May 25 - Russell Fireman's Jubilee - 6pm Outdoor Movie 'Happy Feet 2'...bring chairs
May 26 - Russell Fireman's Jubilee - 11am Russell parade, 12:00 Sign up for Kids 12:30 Olympics.
9:30pm Russell fireworks
May 26 - Lowe's Build and Grow Workshop for Kids - 10am.. Build an Ice Cream Truck - Must Pre-register at
May 26 - Chapman State Park Beach open for business - A beach sand replenishment project, completed this spring, has increased the volume and quality of sand at the beach. Swimming hours are 8 a.m. to sunset. In addition to the beach opening, our concessionaire, BEI, will be opening the same day. The concession provides canoes, kayaks and paddle boats for rent as well as food, snacks and firewood for sale. Contact BEI or the park office for concession hours.
May 27 - Rimrock Trail Bash
The Memorial Day Rimrock Bash comes back in it’s second year to celebrate the Rimrock Trail and other improvements at Kinzua Beach. Pennsylvania Kinzua Pathways and the Council on Tourism join efforts to bring a fun-filled day of outdoor fun, food, music, Geocaching and shopping for the entire family.
Vendor spots are going quickly, but we have plenty of room at Kinzua Beach to make this the biggest and best festival to kick off summer while enjoying the beauty of the reservoir.
June 1 - Music in the Park Location: Solders & Sailors Park, Warren PA 16365
Time: 8PM - 10 PM Cost: FREE
Music in the Park is entering its twelfth full season and promises to deliver another exciting series of free concerts. Seating is limited so you are invited to bring a lawn chair or blanket. While in the downtown area, we invite you to visit the many restaurants and shops and experience all that Warren has to offer. Lead Sponsor - Northwest Savings Bank.
June 1 - Salamander Safari, Chapman State Park, Parking Lot #1 Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Find our about salamanders of Pennsylvania, where they live,
what they eat, what makes them so unique and also where to find them. We will head to Penny Run to catch and identify salamanders and newts. Wear shoes you can get wet.
June 1 - Movie Night - Chapman State Park, Ampitheater (Pavilion #4 in case of rain)
Reptiles & Amphibians
Time: 9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Join renowned naturalist David Attenborough as he explore the world of Reptiles and Amphibians.
June 4/5, June 11/12, June 18/19 - Wild Rose Renaissance Fair, Columbus, PA
The Wild Rose Renaissance Faire is a growing Medieval Faire located in rural Columbus PA. This will be the fair's 6th year. We have three stages with live performances including fire breathing, music and comedy for adults and kids alike. Live combat takes place on the chess board and good food can be found at the bendor stands. Handmade crafts, weapons and trinkets are bountiful with a special kid's area freaturing crafts and activities. Partion are encouraged to dres s in period clothes and immerse themselves in the lifestyle of another time!
Themes for the Weekends: 6/4 & 6/5 Local Hero Appreciation... All Military, Civil, and Local heros are welcomed to attend with $2.00 discount on entry with proof of service. Veterans, Soldiers, Police, Firemen, Boy/Girl Scout Troup Leaders, Teachers, and anyone else that performs a national or civil service is eligible. 6/11 & 6/12: Pirate FestivalThe Pirates have landed and they sure know how to throw a party... and a few crew members overboard. Come dressed in your best Pirate Garb and you can enter in the Pirate Costume Contest! 6/18 & 6/19: Celtic GamesLet the games begin! Ever seen a man in a kilt throw a sheep for distance? How about a drunken sot offer to be thrown for prizes? Men raising women over their heads to prove their strength? Well then... Welcome to the Celtic Games! www.wildroserenfair.net
June 8 - Nature Walk & Scavenger Hunt , Chapman State Park, Meet at the Amphitheater
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM This is a great time to get outdoors! Join the Park Naturalist for a walk on the nature trail.
June 8 - Double Feature Movie Night - PA's Wild Garden and PA's Forgotten Giants
Location: Chapman State Park, Meet at the Amphitheater (In case of rain, meet at Pavilion #4)Time: 9:00 PM - 10:30 PMMeet at the Amphitheater to learn about the DCNR's iConserve program and stay for two 30-minute movies about the amazing plant diversity and old growth forests of Pennsylvania.
June 9 - The Library Theatre Children's Summer Film Series: Chronicles of Narnia, Voyage of the Dawn Treader Location: The Library Theatre Time: 11:00 am This movie is FREE to the public.
June 9 - Lowe's Build and Grow Workshop...10am Build a
Monkey Powered Plane...Must Pre-register at
June 9 - Create a Father's Day Gift , Chapman State Park, at the Environmental Learning Center
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Meet the Park Naturalist to create a gift and take it home. All supplies will be provided.
June 10 - Bird Banding , Chapman State Park, at the Environmental Learning Center
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Join Emily Thomas, an avid birder, to learn about the birds of Chapman State Park. Mist nets will be set up to catch birds. Participants will enjoy handling and identifying various species.
June 10 - Bird Feeder Building, Chapman State Park at the Beach Concession Stand Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Join the Park Naturalist to make bird feeders you can take home.
June 10 - Lions Club Car Show: Betts Park, 11am - 3pm
June 10-15 - Vacation Bible School -
Warren Christian & Missionary Alliance Church,
278 Kinzua Rd. Theme: The Go Fish Guys Time 6-8:30 pm
June 13 - Mid-Week Hike: Chapman State Park, at the Amphitheater Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Join the Park Naturalist to explore the trails during the evening hours. This week we will be hiking the Nature Trail. Theis trail is 1.2 miles long and suitable for hikers of all ages. We will stop at one of the active beaver sites in the park, in hopes of catching a glimpse of this avid swimmer.
June 15 - Camouflage Hike, Chapman State Park, at the Amphitheater
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Discover how animals blend in with their natural world. Hike the nature trail and find hidden "critters" along the way.
June 15 - Movie Night - Hunters and Hunted Location: Chapman State Park, at the Amphitheater (Pavilion #4 in case of rain) Time: 9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Learn about the predator/prey relationships among various animals of the natural world. Join renowned naturalis David Attenborough as he explores these interactions.
June 15 - Music in the Park: Soldiers & Sailors Park, downtown Warren...Border Ride (Bluegrass) 8pm-10pm
June 16 - Stone Turtle : Chapman State Park, at the Beach Concession Stand
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Come join the Park Naturalist to make turtles to keep in your house.
June 16 - Warren County YMCA 10K Run & 5K Run Time: 9:00 am Contact: Chris Dolan, Warren YMCA, 212 Lexington Avenue, Warren, PA 16365, 814.726.0110 chris@warrenymca.org
June 22 - Geocaching 101 : Chapman State Park, at the Amphitheater
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Join the Park Naturalist for an introduction to the high tech game of geo-caching. After learning the basics, enjoy searching for caches in the park. GPS units will be provided but feel free to bring your own.
June 22 - Double Feature Movie Night - The ABC's of Compass & Map and Geo-cache
Chapman State Park, at the Amphitheater (Pavilion #4 in case of rain) Time: 9:00 PM - 10:30 PMJoin us in actual outdoor situations as John Street, a leading authority on wildness survival, shares his expertise through easy to understand instructions. Stay for a documentary on high-tech treasures hunting known as geo-caching.
June 22 - Music in the Park, Soldiers & Sailors Park, downtown Warren 8-10pm, Touch of Old (country and oldies)
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Join the Park Naturalist to learn about the moon and then go in seach of your very own moon rock to decorate.
June 23 - Exploring the Night Sky with Tom Traub : Chapman State Park, at the Beach
Time: 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM Join Tom Traub, Project Director for the Martz Observatory, and learn the essentials of stargazing. We'll trying out the park's telescope to discover where and when to look for meteor showers, planets and deep sky objects. If you have a telescope gathering dust, bring it out and get some tips on using it from and expert. Remember to bring a jacket and flashlight!
June 23: Girls' Victorian Tea Location: 210 Fourth Avenue, Warren, PA 16365Time: 10 AM - 1 PM Phone: Warren County Historical Society 814-723-1795
Cost: $7 fee and signed permission slips, Girls ages 7 to 12 are invited to join in crochet, crafts, dress up and photos. Preregistration required www.warrenhistory.org
June 27 - Mid-Week Hike: Chapman State Park, at Parking lot #1 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMJoin the Park Naturalist to explore the trails during the evening hours. This week we will be hiking the Penny Run Trail. This trail is 1.4 miles long, hiking difficulty is moderate with steady uphill grade. We will be traveling through a diverse hardwood and hemlock forest.
June 29 - Stream Stomp : Chapman State Park, at Parking lot #1 Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Investigate the stream by Penny Run Trail and look for fish, salamanders, crayfish and other aquatic creatures. Be prepared to get your feet wet!.
June 29 - Welcome Campfire : Chapman State Park, at the Camp Host Site Time: 9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Gather around a comfortable campfire and let us welcome you to Chapmas State Park. Learn about wildlife, listen to campfire stories, share your own favorites and enjoy roasted marshmallows.
June 29 - Music in the Park: Soldiers and Sailors Park, downtown Warren - Take Five (blues and rock) 8pm-10pm
Warren Library's 2012 Children's
Summer Reading Program
Dream Big READ READING COMPONENT
- Sign up for the reading component begins Friday, June 1 in the Children’s Department. Once children sign up, they will receive a folder with a reading log. This summer children write titles read on their logs. Younger children can have books read to them. Parents can help the younger children record their titles on their logs.
- We strongly encourage children to read for pleasure over the summer. NOTE TO CHILDREN: choose books that interest you so that you will enjoy reading.
- Please be cognizant that audio books (books on CD) do count. Audio books are a fantastic way to entertain the entire family in the car while on long trips. Audio books also often work well for reluctant readers.
- Remember to count any e-books or magazines.
- Return reading logs (in the Children’s Department) sometime between Monday, July 23rd and Wednesday, August 8thfor prizes. Be sure to print first and last name on reading logs.
- There will be limited staffing in the Children’s Department after August 8th, so be sure to return reading logs during the above dates. Prizes will not be given out after August 8th.
- READING PRIZES: Children will get to choose two books and one manipulative (toy) out of the prize boxes.
Additional Library Activities throughout the summer:
Dream Big READ PROGRAMS
WEEKLY PROGRAMS (No preregistration needed for these three programs.)
Toddler Time Mondays at 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Room. Ages 0-4. Theme-based stories and songs. Children engage in creative play/and or color at the end of each program. Dates: June 11, 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.
Book Club of Popular Series Tuesdays from 11:30-12:30 in Slater Room B. Ages 8 and up. Each week we will focus on a different series. Activities include discussion of favorite titles, characters and plots, crafts, giveaways and Youtube videos of author interviews when available. Library will provide cookies or crackers for munching. Dates/series: June 12 – Goosebumps; June 19 – Junie B. Jones; June 26 – Chronicles of Narnia; July 3 – Diary of a Wimpy Kid; July 10 – Harry Potter; July 17 – Percy Jackson and the Olympians; July 24 – Magic Tree House; July 31 – Warriors by Erin Hunter.
Pre-K Time Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. in the Children’s Room. Ages 3-6. Theme-based stories and songs. Children engage in creative play and crafts at the end of each program. Dates: June 13, 20, 27; July 11, 18, 25; August 1.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS:
Please read each description. Preregistration is mandatory for some of these programs.
Little Red Riding Hood will read stories to children at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 23rd, in the Children’s Department. There will be stories, songs and a craft at the end. This program correlates to the Scholastic Book Fair (see the last page of this schedule).
Spark Your Imagination at the Library with Puppeteer Bruce Weaver and Friends: Saturday, June 30, 11:00 a.m. in the Slater Room. Mr. Weaver and his puppets have visited Warren in the past. Children and their families always have a good time. This year’s 45-minute show will include ventriloquism, magic, singing, lots of laughs and fun. Chester Hound, Edgar J. Woodley, Aunt Gabby and the rest of the puppet gang will be on hand to promote reading and using library resources. Great fun for the entire family! Preregistration appreciated. Sign-up sheet will be available in the Children’s Department next to the staff computer starting June 1st. YUM YUM: Popsicles will be served at the end of the program.
The Wonderful World of Bats with Jerry Schneider: Monday, July 16 at 1:30 p.m. in the Slater Room. The Wonderful World of Bats introduces audiences to local and tropical bats. Via interactive dialogue, amazing slides and taped bat calls we move beyond old stereotypes to understand the vital importance of bats in our environment. We learn about bats in our attics, bat houses, vampire bats, migration, hibernation and echolocation. This show ends with a chance for children to make their own bat tee shirts for $4.00 each. Kids may also bring their own tee shirts. Preregistration is appreciated. Sign-up sheet will be available next to staff computer in the Children's Department starting June 30th.
Imagination, a puppet show with Betsy & Friends: Saturday, July 28 at 11:00 a.m. in the Slater Room. Betsy McGallis and her friend Mary Anne amuse the children and their families with an interactive puppet show and some songs. After the show children get to create their own puppet to take home. Children waiting their turn can play with some of Betsy’s puppets and/or enjoy a Popsicle. Preregistration is mandatory. This program is limited to 36 children. Sign-up sheet will be available next to staff computer in the Children’s Department starting July 2nd.
Flip, Jot and Flick: This program involves reading a book, writing a creative story and then enjoying a movie version of the book.
JULY: Puss in Boots by Charles Perrault. Writing packets available June 1st; submissions due July 6th; winner announced at Library Theatre on Saturday, July 14th at 11:00 a.m.
AUGUST: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules by Jeff Kinney. Writing packets available July 6th; submissions due August 3rd; winner announced at Library Theatre on Saturday, August 11th at 11:00 a.m.
Scholastic Book Fair will be held on the 3rd floor in the Slater Room to benefit the Children’s Department on the following dates/ times: Thursday, June 21 from 11:00 a.m. till 7:00 p.m.; Friday, June 22 from 10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.; Saturday, June 23 from 10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. There will be books for children, teens and adults.
WEEKLY PROGRAMS (No preregistration needed for these three programs.)
Toddler Time Mondays at 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Room. Ages 0-4. Theme-based stories and songs. Children engage in creative play/and or color at the end of each program. Dates: June 11, 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.
Book Club of Popular Series Tuesdays from 11:30-12:30 in Slater Room B. Ages 8 and up. Each week we will focus on a different series. Activities include discussion of favorite titles, characters and plots, crafts, giveaways and Youtube videos of author interviews when available. Library will provide cookies or crackers for munching. Dates/series: June 12 – Goosebumps; June 19 – Junie B. Jones; June 26 – Chronicles of Narnia; July 3 – Diary of a Wimpy Kid; July 10 – Harry Potter; July 17 – Percy Jackson and the Olympians; July 24 – Magic Tree House; July 31 – Warriors by Erin Hunter.
Pre-K Time Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. in the Children’s Room. Ages 3-6. Theme-based stories and songs. Children engage in creative play and crafts at the end of each program. Dates: June 13, 20, 27; July 11, 18, 25; August 1.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS:
Please read each description. Preregistration is mandatory for some of these programs.
Little Red Riding Hood will read stories to children at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 23rd, in the Children’s Department. There will be stories, songs and a craft at the end. This program correlates to the Scholastic Book Fair (see the last page of this schedule).
Spark Your Imagination at the Library with Puppeteer Bruce Weaver and Friends: Saturday, June 30, 11:00 a.m. in the Slater Room. Mr. Weaver and his puppets have visited Warren in the past. Children and their families always have a good time. This year’s 45-minute show will include ventriloquism, magic, singing, lots of laughs and fun. Chester Hound, Edgar J. Woodley, Aunt Gabby and the rest of the puppet gang will be on hand to promote reading and using library resources. Great fun for the entire family! Preregistration appreciated. Sign-up sheet will be available in the Children’s Department next to the staff computer starting June 1st. YUM YUM: Popsicles will be served at the end of the program.
The Wonderful World of Bats with Jerry Schneider: Monday, July 16 at 1:30 p.m. in the Slater Room. The Wonderful World of Bats introduces audiences to local and tropical bats. Via interactive dialogue, amazing slides and taped bat calls we move beyond old stereotypes to understand the vital importance of bats in our environment. We learn about bats in our attics, bat houses, vampire bats, migration, hibernation and echolocation. This show ends with a chance for children to make their own bat tee shirts for $4.00 each. Kids may also bring their own tee shirts. Preregistration is appreciated. Sign-up sheet will be available next to staff computer in the Children's Department starting June 30th.
Imagination, a puppet show with Betsy & Friends: Saturday, July 28 at 11:00 a.m. in the Slater Room. Betsy McGallis and her friend Mary Anne amuse the children and their families with an interactive puppet show and some songs. After the show children get to create their own puppet to take home. Children waiting their turn can play with some of Betsy’s puppets and/or enjoy a Popsicle. Preregistration is mandatory. This program is limited to 36 children. Sign-up sheet will be available next to staff computer in the Children’s Department starting July 2nd.
Flip, Jot and Flick: This program involves reading a book, writing a creative story and then enjoying a movie version of the book.
- STEP ONE: pick up a writing packet in the Warren Public Library Children’s Department. Writing guidelines are included in the packet. The first twelve children (one book per family) to pick up a packet will receive a free copy of the book.
- STEP TWO: write a creative story based on the particular book. See titles below.
- STEP THREE: watch a free movie version of the book and some popcorn (for sale) at the Struthers Library Theatre. You do not have to participate in the contest to view the movie – EVERYONE IS WELCOME
- PRIZES: Winners of all three writing contests will be announced before the showing of the respective movies at the Library Theatre. Winners receive: a DVD copy of the movie, a full color movie poster, a canvas library bag and publication of their story along with their photo in the Warren Times Observer.
JULY: Puss in Boots by Charles Perrault. Writing packets available June 1st; submissions due July 6th; winner announced at Library Theatre on Saturday, July 14th at 11:00 a.m.
AUGUST: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules by Jeff Kinney. Writing packets available July 6th; submissions due August 3rd; winner announced at Library Theatre on Saturday, August 11th at 11:00 a.m.
Scholastic Book Fair will be held on the 3rd floor in the Slater Room to benefit the Children’s Department on the following dates/ times: Thursday, June 21 from 11:00 a.m. till 7:00 p.m.; Friday, June 22 from 10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.; Saturday, June 23 from 10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. There will be books for children, teens and adults.
- Clifford the Big Red Dog will visit with children on Thursday, June 21st at 2:00 p.m. at the fair while children’s librarian Susan Slater reads some Clifford stories. There will be Clifford coloring sheets for children. Families may take photos (with their own camera) of their child with Clifford following the stories.
- Little Red Riding Hood will read stories to children on Saturday, June 23rd at 11:00 a.m. in the Children’s Department. There will be stories, songs and a craft at the end of the program.
- Funds raised will go towards the purchase of programming materials and some new furniture for the children. One may also make purchases online from June 11-30 at http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/warrenlibraryassociation
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