End of Summer Reading Concert, Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.

Captain Bogg and Salty perform at our End of Summer Reading Concert on Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. on the lawn in front of the library. Celebrate all the reading Beaverton kids have done over the summer by singing and dancing along with the Captain. Don't forget to wear your best pirate outfit. Bring blankets and sand chairs and plan to rock the library as the Captain and his crew sing their favorite pirate songs. This program is for all ages. Don't be a landlubber! Set sail for the library and enjoy some"Pirate Rock for the Whole Family." GW

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Wednesday Summer Reading Show, July 29, 2009

Calling all clowns! B. J. is back for a return visit to the Beaverton City Library. He will perform two shows on Wednesday, July 29, 2009. His first show is at 12:30 p.m. and his second show is at 2:00 p.m.
B. J. brings his own special brand of zany comedy so plan to laugh till your sides hurt. GW

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Dinosaur Picture books

Find these titles in the Picture book section under the author's last name.

I Dreamt I Was a Dinosaur by Stella Blackstone (2005)
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Dinosaur Train by John Steven Gurney (2002)
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ABC T-Rex by Bernard Most (2000)
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If the Dinosaurs Came Back by Bernard Most (1978)
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Thesaurus Rex by Laya Steinberg (2003)
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Dinosaur Roar! by Paul and Henrietta Stickland (1994)
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Edwina, the Dinosaur Who Didn't Know She Was Extinct by Mo Willems (2006)
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How do Dinosaurs Say Good Night? by Jane Yolen (2000)
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"Master Librarians Unite", Tuesday, July 28, 2009, 2:00 p.m.

Come help us celebrate the release of the 42nd Magic Tree House book, "A Good Night for Ghosts." All Magic Tree House enthusiasts are welcome to join us for crafts, activities and trivia inspired by Jack and Annie. This program is for ages five to eight and an accompanying adult.

Registration is required. Please phone (503)350-3600 or register in person at the Children's Desk on the first floor of the library.
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Wednesday Summer Reading Show, July 22, 2009

Heather Pearl presents "Mz. Pearl's Variety Show at 12:30 p.m. and a repeat show at 2:00 p.m. Heather is a talented clown whose show is filled with physical comedy, juggling, magic, dance, creativity and word play. Plus, you'll have a good time! This show is for all ages.
This program sponsored by Washington County Cooperative Library Services.
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Sing and Sign, Fridays, July 17, 24 and 31, 2009, 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Join Small Talk Learning for themed sessions for learning sign language using songs and toys. This program is for parents and their infant/toddlers ages 0 to 3. No registration is required. You may attend one, two or all three sessions. Sessions will be held in Meeting Rooms A & B on the first floor of the library.GW

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Wednesday Summer Reading Show, July 15, 2009

Jay Frasier presents the "I Love Reading" Magic Show at 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Jay's show is filled with humor, puppetry, balloon sculpting, storytelling, juggling ... and, of course, magic!

This program sponsored by Washington County Cooperative Library Services.
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