Jet City Improv interactive performance at the Central Branch of the Seattle Public Library - Tonight, August 8th 2014 at 7pm (For teens and adults)

Got some teens that like silliness? Then go and check out this free performance at the Central Branch!

" Come and contribute to a lively, rollicking comedy show where your participation is key! Jet City Improv’s talented performers will collect ideas from audience members to create short-form, unique sketches in a style similar to "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"

This show is highly participatory and fast-paced -- in order to enjoy a lively and energetic performance, Jet City Improv strongly recommends that you eat a meal before the show.

Created in 1992 by Mike Christensen and Andrew McMasters, Jet City Improv has grown over the years into one of Seattle's most popular theater experiences. Now in its 21st year, it is a fast-paced, funny, audience-interactive, all-ages appropriate short-form improv show that performs in Seattle at the Historic University Theater every weekend. "

For more info. go here.

ADVENTURE MUSICAL THEATER PRESENTS: 'NORTHWEST BOOKSHELF' at The Seattle Public Library - Sunday, May 4th 2014 from 2-3pm

Take your kids to a fun, musical theater performance!

" Take a musical journey where you'll meet wacky characters, explore the world from new points of view, and discover the rich history and cultural diversity of the Pacific Northwest.

Six children visit their library, each searching for the perfect book. What they discover are shelves filled with books by authors and illustrators from the Pacific Northwest. Then, with witty lyrics and music, each book on the shelf comes to life! "

For more info.go here.

THE NATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL FOR TALENTED YOUTH (NFFTY) presents the 2014 Kickoff with FILM SCREENINGS & GALA with panel event plus ticket giveaways for teens and adults - Today, Saturday, April 5th 2014 from 2-4pm

Have a budding teen filmmaker? Then check out this fun event happening today at the Central Branch of the Seattle Public Library! 

" Join us for a film screening and young filmmakers panel to kick off the 2014 season for The National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY).

Young adult filmmakers Jesse Stipek and Max Magerkurth will discuss the process of creating and submitting their respective films, "Two Brothers" and "Alone," to NFFTY.

Selections from the best films of the 2013 festival will be screened, and tickets to the 2014 festival will be given away. 

NFFTY (pronounced "nifty") is the largest youth film festival in the world. It is also a student film festival and a Seattle film festival. Watch films, learn filmmaking.

This event will be recorded for future podcast. "

For more info. go here.

SEAHAWKS VS BRONCOS ON THE VERY BIG SCREEN AT THE SEATTLE CENTRAL LIBRARY WITH FREE SEAHAWKS PROMO ITEMS AND FREE COOKIES TOO! - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND 2014 - DOORS OPEN TO THE EVENT AT 2:30PM KICKOFF AT 3:30PM

GO HAWKS!

12th librarian to make some noise at Seattle's Central Library Sunday!

" The 12^th Librarian will likely make some noise when The Seattle Public Library shows the Big Game between the Seahawks and Broncos at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2, at the Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave., Microsoft Auditorium. Everyone is welcome. There is no admission. Doors open for seating at 2:30 p.m. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis. The auditorium can accommodate about 275 people.

Although the Central Library closes at 6 p.m. on Sunday, people in the auditorium will be allowed to stay until the game concludes. The rest of the Library will close at 6 p.m.

"The Library is a great place for information, education and recreation," said City Librarian Marcellus Turner. "We thought it would be fun to have the game on for our patrons, particularly those who don't have ready access to a television. I'm sure there will be patrons working or studying in the building who will appreciate the opportunity to take a break and watch part of the game, as well as parents and who are using the Library with their children."

He added that "no one will be shushed" for cheering.

The Library will provide football-shaped cookies and free Seahawk promotional items (limited numbers). Library staff members will get into the spirit by wearing their Seahawks jerseys. For more information, call the Library at 206-386-4636. "

For more info. go here.

SEAHAWKS VS SAN FRANCISCO ON THE VERY BIG SCREEN AT THE SEATTLE CENTRAL LIBRARY WITH FREE SEAHAWKS PROMO ITEMS AND FREE COOKIES TOO! - SUNDAY, JANUARY 19TH 2014 - DOORS OPEN TO THE EVENT AT 2:30PM KICKOFF AT 3:30PM

Two words...GO HAWKS!

" Watch the NFC championship game on the big screen as the Seahawks play against the San Francisco 49ers. The Library will get fans in the spirit by offering football-shaped cookies and free Seahawks promotional items (limited numbers). Library staff members will be wearing their Seahawks jerseys.

Auditorium doors open at 2:30 p.m., kickoff is at 3:30 p.m.

If the game runs past 6 p.m. - Central Library closing time - people in the auditorium will be allowed to stay until the game concludes. "

For more info. go here.

Seahawks vs New Orleans on the VERY BIG SCREEN at the Seattle Central Library with FREE Seahawks promo items and free cookies too! - Saturday, January 11th 2014 - Doors open to the event at 1pm Kickoff at 1:35pm

And when they say big screen they mean BIG SCREEN!

" Watch the Seahawks playoff game against the New Orleans Saints on the big screen.

The Library will get fans in the spirit by offering football-shaped cookies and free Seahawks promotional items (limited numbers). Library staff members will be wearing their Seahawks jerseys.

Auditorium doors open at 1 p.m., kickoff is at 1:35 p.m. "

For more info. go here.

The Seattle Public Library presents "Young and Talented: Slavic Artists" - A singer, violinist and pianist will perform classical music at the Central Branch in Seattle - Saturday, Septemer 21st 2013 from 2-3:30pm

This sounds like it will be a beautiful performance!

" Enjoy rising stars in the local Slavic music scene as they perform classical masterpieces.

Maria-Viktoria Kovalsky is the winner of several young talent competitions, including the Talent Show in Seattle. She will sing several songs, including:
- "Ave Maria" by Franz Schubert
- "Ave Maria" by Bach/Gounod
- one of Cherubino’s arias from Mozart’s "Marriage of Figaro"
- "The Lark" by Mikhail Glinka

Afterward, Pavel Khiminets will play selected tunes on his violin.

Sergei Posrednikov, pianist for local band Feral Children, will also perform music by Sergei Rachmaninov and Frédéric Chopin.

This event will be presented in both English & Russian. "


For more info. go here.

Children's Book Author/Illustrator Kadir Nelson presents his new book "I Have a Dream" at the Seattle Public Library's Central Branch - Wednesday, January 16th 2013 from 7-8pm

 

" Meet Caldecott Honor-winning author Kadir Nelson, author of the highly anticipated children's picture book, "I Have a Dream," featuring Martin Luther King Jr.'s celebrated speech illustrated with exquisite paintings. "

Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome.

Registration is not required.

(Books will be available for purchase and signing through University Book Store.)

For more info. go here.

"Wild Wes" - A free performance presented by Taproot Theatre at the Central Branch of the Seattle Public Library - Saturday, October 13th 2012 at 2pm

Taproot Theatre presents a free performance of "Wild Wes" at the Seattle Public Library!

" Giddy-up! A new Ranger’s in town and ready to start at a new school. Wes has an imagination as big as a Texas prairie, but when his family moves from the Wild West to the Northwest, he crosses paths with Lily L’Amour who is “tougher and meaner than a rattlesnake with a sunburn.” Will Wes be able to face the bullying and make new friends? Or will he lose his territory and spend recess in hiding for the rest of the year? "

Recommended for kids from K-6th grade, but all ages welcome!

 

Bonus Educational Benefits include:

Bullying Prevention
Recognize, Refuse, Report
How to be an Ally
Forming Friendships

For more info. go here.

"It Came from the Toy Box!" at the Central Branch of the Seattle Public Library - Friday, August 3rd 2012 from 2–3pm

More noisy fun at the Central Library!

" Get ready for bedlam and laughter as Charlie "The Noiseguy" Williams explores the noises that pop and whir out of a toy box. "

Recommended for kids ages 4-10.


For more info. go here.

Family Movie Night at the Rainier Beach Branch of the Seattle Public Library - Thursday, July 12th 2012 from 5:30–7:30pm

The Rainier Branch of the Seattle Public Library is doing a family movie night tomorrow and showing "Hugo"!


For more info. go here.

"Little Critters" at the High Point Branch of the Seattle Public Library - Thursday, July 12th 2012 at 11:30am

Go and learn about a little critter with stories and more!

" Bring your littlest animal lovers to this fun program by the education staff from the Woodland Park Zoo. Learn about a delightful animal through puppet stories, then get to meet (and even touch) that animal in real life! "

Recommended for kids ages 5 and under.

For more info. go here.

Goldilocks and the Three Bears performance at the Central Branch of the Seattle Public Library - Thursday, June 28th 2012 at 10:30am

Head to the awesome Children's Section of the Seattle Public Library and watch a performance of Goldi Locks and the Three Bears in the Microsoft Auditorium on Level 1!

" Join Thistle Theatre for a musical adventure! In this classic story with a modern twist, a family of bears travels from Yellowstone Park to Hollywood on vacation. What will happen when Goldilocks and her pet duck stumble upon the bear's campsite? "

Recommended for kids ages 3 and up.


For more info. go here.

8th Annual "Baltic Rites of Spring" Performance at the Seattle Public Library's Central Branch - Saturday, May 19th 2012 from 2-4pm

	Enjoy traditional dance performances presented by Latvian, Estonian and Lithuanian dance groups as they celebrate the changing of seasons!

Event held in the Microsoft Auditorium at the Seattle Public Library's Central Branch.


For more info. go here.

Author Trenton Lee Stewart at the Seattle Public Library - event for tweens and above - Friday, April 20th 2012 at 4pm

Author Trenton Lee Stewart presents his newest book "The Extraordinary Education of Nicholas Benedict" at the Seattle Public Library's Northeast Branch.

Recommended for tweens and above!


For more info. go here and here.

Talking Tree Storytime at the Northgate Branch of the Seattle Public Library - Thursday, August 4th from 11:15–11:45am

	Go and meet The Talking Tree! Check out the tree-costumed naturalist that will be presenting storytime (with songs and activities too) at the Northgate Branch of the Seattle Public Library courtesy of the The Seward Park Environmental and Audubon Center.
	For more info. call the Northgate Branch at 206-386-1980 or go here.

Ongoing Hands-on Henna event for Kids ages 10 and up at Various Branches of the Seattle Public Library - Now through August 22nd - Registration Required

Ever been curious about how they do that unique and pretty hand art? Check out the henna event for kids ages 10 and up.  Registration is required.

" Create and wear great-looking art! Learn about the fascinating history and traditions of this beautiful form of body adornment with artist Krysteen Lomonaco. Not suitable for large groups such as day cares or summer camps. For ages 10 and up. Limited to 30 people. Call the branch to register. "

Hands-on Henna event locations & times:

Thursday, July 28, 2011

2 – 3:30pm

Delridge Branch

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

6:30 – 8pm NewHolly Branch

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

1 – 2:30pm South Park Branch           &

3:30 – 5pm High Point Branch

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

3 – 4:30pm Queen Anne Branch

Monday, August 22, 2011

6:25 – 7:55pm Beacon Hill Branch

Duct Tape Mania for Teens at the Northeast branch of the Seattle Public Library - Thursday, July 28th from 3-4:30pm

Duct tape comes in all kinds of designs and colors these days (think zebra, dayglo colors, etc.) and teens will get to learn how to make all kinds of things with it like roses, picture frames, wallets and more. For ages 12-18.

	For more info call the Northeast Branch at 206-684-7539 or go here.

"A Musical Trip Around the World" at the Central Branch of the Seattle Public Library - Thursday, July 28th from 10:30am to 11:30am

	Miho and Diego present Japanese and South American folk music using unique musical instruments from these regions. For ages 2-12. For more info. call the Central Library Children's Desk at 206-386-4675 or go here.

"Make a Book" an event for teens at the Montlake Branch of the Seattle Public Library - Monday, July 25th from 2-3:30pm

Instructors from the Seattle Center for Book Arts will show teens how to make handmade books!  All the materials and supplies will be provided. Groups and drop-ins are welcome. Recommended for ages 12 and up. For more info. call the Montlake Branch at 206-684-4720 or go here.