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KIDS

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT STORYTIME
Tuesdays and Wednesdays
July 5/6, 12/13, 19/20, 26/27
10:30-11 am
All ages welcome

Music and Movement Storytime is back! Join us for stories and songs.

BILINGUAL STORYTIME
Saturday, July 9
10:30-11 am
All ages welcome

Join us for a special bilingual storytime this month!

READ TO A FURRY FRIEND
Throughout the Month of July
July 1/2, 8, 15/16, 22
2:30-3:30 pm
All ages welcome

Practice your skills and gain confidence by reading to local therapy dogs. They are patient listeners!

ART CART: UNDER THE SEA
Tuesdays and Thursdays
July 5/7, 12/14, 19/21, 26/28
12-3 pm
All ages welcome

The Art Cart will be out every Tuesday and Thursday in July with an ocean themed challenge!

THE OCEAN ADVENTURE: BELIZE WHALE SHARK EXPEDITION
Friday, July 1
3-4 pm
Elementary School-Aged Children

Ocean explorers, Wayne and Karen Brown, bring their world-wide ocean explorations to life with their high-energy, fast paced, multi-media presentations that combine actual specimens, biological models, life-sized inflatable animals, unique props, costumes, creative dramatics, storytelling techniques, high-tech SCUBA diving equipment, audience participation, and breathtaking underwater photography.

VIRTUAL AUTHOR VISIT: ZOOM WITH TAMMI SAUER
Wednesday, July 6
2-2:30 pm
Younger Elementary School-Aged Children

This Virtual Author Visit will be projected onto the screen in the Library Program Room. This program will be "Zoom with Tammi Sauer: Books Take People on Adventures." She is the author of numerous picture books, including Wordy Birdy, Cowboy Camp, Chicken Dance, Nugget & Fang, and Mary Had a Little Glam. In addition to winning awards, Tammi’s books have gone on to do great things: Chicken Dance: The Musical is currently on a national tour, and Your Alien, an NPR Best Book of 2015, has been published in Italian, Spanish, Korean, and French. Tammi and her family live in Edmond, Oklahoma. Visit Tammi online at tammisauer.com and follow her on Twitter at @SauerTammi. This program is for younger elementary grades. No registration needed.

SING-ALONG MOVIE: THE LITTLE MERMAID
Monday, July 18
2-3:30 pm
All ages welcome

Come sing along with our movie screening of The Little Mermaid!

PIRATES: HISTORY VS HOLLYWOOD
Friday, July 22
2-3 pm
Upper Elementary-Aged Children and Older

How much do you know about pirates? How much of it have you learned from television and the movies? Did pirates bury their treasure? Did they make people walk the plank? Were parrots their preferred pets? These common myths about pirates and many others will be discussed by Captain Zephaniah W. Nash, an expert pirate if ever there was one. This program is recommended for upper elementary ages and older. No registration needed.

ELEMENTARY BOOK CLUB: WHALE OF THE WILD
Wednesday, July 27
2-3 pm
Upper Elementary-Aged Children (3RD TO 5TH GRADE)

Come join us for a discussion of Whale of the Wild by Rosanne Parry. Sign up and pick up your copy to borrow at the Children's Desk!

GRAND FINALE CONCERT, STARRING THE SINGING ZOOLOGIST
Thursday, July 28
3-3:45 pm
All ages welcome

Lucas Miller’s Singing Zoologist concert is a dazzling, multimedia blend of music and science. Giggle, sing, and move, as you learn about wetlands, clownfish, sharks, plankton and more. Lucas has reached millions through his school programs and through his YouTube channel, “Science Up with the Singing Zoologist.” His recordings have won many awards and he was named an “American Masterpiece” artist by the National Endowment for the Arts, but it’s really the notes from generations of fans that are his highest honor. Please join us for this special family event to wrap up the “Oceans of Possibilities” summer reading club. All ages. No registration needed.

TEENS

TEEN ANIME CLUB
Tuesdays, July 5 and 19
5:30-7 pm
Ages 13-18

CALLING ALL TEEN ANIME FANS! Do you like anime? Do you like manga? Do you like a variety of snacks from all over the world? Would you like to be a part of a group who feels the same way as you? Join us!

TEENS: MIDDLE GRADE BOOK CLUB
Tuesdays, July 12, 19, and 26
3-4 pm 
Recommended for those entering grades 6-8

We invite all middle school bookworms to join us at our new Middle School Summer Book Club!

July 12: Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson
July 19: A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park
July 26: Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell

TEENS: SPHERO SPORTS AND 3DOODLERS
Thursday, July 7
2-3 pm 
Ages 13-18

Want to build an obstacle course to test your Sphero driving skills? Oh, wait! Did you just want to draw with plastic? Either way, we have you covered!

TEENS: EVERY KIND OF UNO!
Thursday, July 14
2-3pm
Ages 13-18

This is self-explanatory, right?! Come and eat snacks while we play every kind of Uno.

TEENS: THE DUELISTS PRESENTED BY A PLAY ON SWORDS
Thursday, July 21
2-3 pm
Ages 13-18

An exhibition of swordplay, using various weapons and styles of fighting, as two duelists engage in an affair of honor -- a duel to the end! Both armed and unarmed combat are used in this program, which consists of both the exhibition of the fighting itself and explanations and demonstrations of just how performers are trained to engage in stage combat -- the art of simulated violence.

ADULTS

LIFELONG LEARNERS: TAI CHI
Friday, July 1
10 am and 1 pm
Ages 55+

The Library offers programs for older adults (55+) on the first Friday of each month at 10 am and 1 pm. This month’s activity is Tai Chi. No registration needed.

KNIT AND CROCHET CIRCLE
Every Monday in July
6-8 pm
For teens and adults

All levels of ability are welcome. If you have supplies, please bring them, but we will have some for in-class use. Donations of supplies are also welcome.

LIVE! AT THE LIBRARY: CHASING TEXAS
Saturday, July 9
2-3 pm
All Ages Welcome

Chasing Texas, a 5-piece band from Fort Worth, will entertain the audience with Texas Country, Classic Country, Blues and Classic Rock as well as dance music.

NAME DROPPERS GENEALOGY GROUP
Monday, July 11
10:30 am-12 pm
Ages 18+

Join us this month for a non-taxing experience in learning how to use tax records in your genealogical research.

ENTWINED MINDS BOOK CLUB 
Monday, July 11
1-3 pm
Ages 18+

The Entwined Minds Book Club meets every 2nd Monday of the month in the Library Board Room. We welcome all who are interested in discussing a variety of literature - including Fiction, Nonfiction, Classics, and even a Young Adult novel or two. Book discussion for the month of July is The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin. Multiple copies of the next book club title are made available for check out following each second Monday meeting. Ask at the Circulation Desk to get a copy while supplies last.

EXPRESS YOURSELF WRITERS CLUB
Monday, July 11
7-8:30 pm
Ages 18+

Have you recently taken up writing as a hobby or have been writing for years? Enjoy journaling? Like writing poetry or short stories? Working on a novel? Play or screenplay? Would you like a place to share what you’ve written or are currently writing? Let’s meet to share and discuss what’s on your paper and on your mind. Express Yourself Writers Club meets the second Monday night of every month.

ANCIENT EGYPTIAN JEWELRY
Saturday, July 16
2-3 pm
Ages 18+

The ancient Egyptian craftsmen produced beautiful jewelry designed for both royalty and commoners of the day. This jewelry was created for adornment and magical protection. Historian Rollin Phipps will discuss the significance of the materials and designs used in ancient times. A display of necklaces, bracelets, and rings dating back 2,500 years will highlight the event. Join us for this special exploration into the world of Egyptian art.

BOARD GAME NIGHT
Monday, July 18
6:30-8:30 pm
Ages 18+

Join us for Game Night in the Library's Local History Room on the third Monday of every month for an evening of fun and games. Come play games with us, then be sure to check out a game to play at home.

SUMMER PAINTING WITH MOLLY THE ARTIST
Saturday, July 23
2-4 pm
Ages 18+

Come join us for an oceanic painting adventure with Molly the Artist as she guides you through the process of painting a fun, colorful sea turtle. This program is for ages 18 and over. Space is limited. Registration is required.

ESPORTS ACADEMY

SPACE ENGINEERS CHALLENGE
Select Wednesdays and Fridays
July 1, 6/8, 13/15
1-2:30 pm
Ages 10+

Using the Space Engineers software environment, student participants will team up and work together to engineer and automate resource harvesting and production. Teams will also need to engineer and build spaceships to transport these products in order to store it. The team that accumulates the largest storehouse will be the victors. Think of it as a blend of Minecraft and Legos in space. 

This program will be ongoing from June 1st through July 15th every Wednesday and Friday from 1:00-2:30pm.  Participants should plan to make it to the majority of the sessions as this project will require a large amount of time to complete. There are only 12 spots available so registration will be required. Click here to register.

SUMMER BATTLE-BOTS ARENA
Tuesday-Saturday from July 19-30
1-3 pm
Ages 12+

Battle-bots are back! Using Lego Mindstorm robotics kits, teams will engineer and build and program a robot as well as a remote control in order to compete in a final day of head-to-head robotic battles. This program will be ongoing from July 19th through July 30th, Tuesday through Saturday from 1:00-3:00pm. Participants should be able to make it to the majority of the sessions as this project will require a large amount of time to complete. There are only 10 spots available so registration will be required. For ages 12+ For questions contact gplesports@grapevinetexas.gov

ESPORTS ACADEMY: FREE PLAY SUNDAYS
Sundays, July 10 and 24
2:30-5:30 pm
Ages 8+

The Esports Academy gaming PCs and consoles will be open for free play. Bring your friends to try out our vast library.

ESPORTS ACADEMY: HALO LAST SPARTAN STANDING NIGHT
Mondays, July 11 and 25
5:30-7:30 pm
Ages 10+

Halo meets Fortnite in the new Halo Infinite mode Last Spartan Standing.  The Esports Academy will be hosting a private Last Spartan Standing Halo server throughout the summer. Players will be able to jump in with friends to practice strategies, learn all the nooks and crannies of the new map, and see who will be the Last Spartan Standing. All skill levels welcome!

ESPORTS ACADEMY: GOTTA CATCH ‘EM ALL MINECRAFT POKEMON SUMMER CONTEST
Tuesday, July 12 and Monday, July 25
1-3 pm
Ages 8+

Throughout the summer, the Esports Academy will be hosting a Pokémon hunting contest on our Minecraft server. Each participant will be given a Gotta Catch ‘Em All Pokémon Tally Sheet that they can build on over the summer.  Players may also grow their Pokémon tally while attending any free play events over the summer. The top 3 Pokémon totals will be in the running for fabulous prizes.

ESPORTS ACADEMY: BEAT SABER LEAGUE
Monday, July 18
1-3 pm
Ages 8+

The Esports Academy is bringing back VR again this summer! Go head-to-head with your friends and other local players in a professional league-style tournament for the VR rhythm game Beat Saber. There will be time set aside for each participant to practice before each player competes.

ESPORTS ACADEMY: VALORANT MASTERS TOUR WATCH PARTY
Monday, July 18
5:30-7:30 pm
Ages 12+

Join us for the Valorant Champions Tour Viewing Night at the Esports Academy. The North American Valorant Champions tour continues this week and we will be streaming the live event as well as opening up the computers for Valorant matches and training. All skill levels are welcome. There will also be pizza!

ESPORTS ACADEMY: SUPER SMASH BROS ULTIMATE TOURNAMENT
Sunday, July 31
2:30-5:30 pm
Ages 8+

The Esports Academy will be hosting its monthly Super Smash Bros tournament Sunday, July 31st. Show off your skills as you compete against other local players for prizes as well as bragging rights.

Available for checkout: Wi-Fi hotspots!
These hotspots can provide reliable internet at home or on the go for multiple devices. Hotspots circulate for three weeks and are eligible for auto-renewal just like books and movies. Please ask at the circulation desk for availability or place a hold through the library catalog. Limit one per household.

The new Grapevine Public Library App will also debut soon with full access to your account, the library catalog, ebooks, events, online resources, and social media.

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1201 Municipal Way Grapevine, TX 76051
Phone: 817-410-3400