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Summer Reading Programs Begin Computer Classes isit the library on Tuesday, May 30 e offer free computer V when we kick-off our summer reading W and Internet classes on programs, Build a Better World. We have a a regular basis. To learn about program for every reader—children, teens or register for an upcoming and adults. Adults and teens may register class and/or group use of our online or in person. Children need to go to the computer lab, call the library at 303-795- Children’s Desk to pick up a reading log. Stop st 3961. You also may register for classes by Bemis or go to our website anytime during the summer to sign up. Program ends July 31 . online through the Library Main Calendar at www.littletongov.org. Growing a Better World All classes and open computer lab are oin us as we plant our very own community container garden in the held from 9:30–11 a.m. J pots in front of the library on Tuesday, May 30, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. We  Beginning Windows 10 will be planting edible goodies, including tomatoes, lettuce, basil, chives, Tues., May 2 and more. All ages are welcome. Certified Master Gardeners with the  Saving & Finding Files Arapahoe County Cooperative Extension Office will be on hand to help Wed., May 3 out, answer questions, and spark your interest in growing great food.  Beginning Word - MS Office 2010 Tues., May 9 In the News: Current Events Discussion Group  Intermediate Word - MS Office 2010 Wed., May 10 f you are interested in meeting with others in the community to  Beginning Excel - MS Office 2010 I discuss current events, come to our In the News Discussion Group Tues., May 16 which will meet every other week on Sundays, from 2–4 p.m.  Intermediate Excel - MS Office 2010 beginning June 4–August 13. Registration for the discussion group Wed., May 17 will begin on Monday, May 15. Please call the library at 303-795-3961  Beginning Publisher - MS Office 2010 to register. When the group meets, the first hour of discussion will focus Tues., May 23 on the week’s most important news stories. In the second hour, the group will discuss brief readings  Find, Save & Share Your Photos covering two timely topics. Reading assignments will be emailed by the facilitators, Andrea and Jay Baugher. Discussions will stress the facts of the event, how the event can be interpreted by different Wed., May 24 interest groups, and the significance of the event. Current events will be examined from a variety of  Brain Exercise on the Web fields: government policy, health, science and technology, culture and the arts, communications and Tues., May 30 media, law, politics, diplomacy, economics, business and entertainment. Both facilitators have public  Beginning Facebook policy experience and have been leading current events discussion groups at the University of Denver. Wed., May 31  Open Computer Lab - 9:30–11 a.m. Every Thursday morning. No registration Book Groups at Bemis required. Get answers to your computer- e have a variety of Book Groups that meet throughout the month. Choose a group that related questions. Practice your computer suits your interests and schedule. Then join us for some stimulating discussions. skills and have a little one-on-one time with W a computer class instructor. Bring your  Senior Book Club  Monday Evening Book Group Kindle or Nook and receive individual help First Monday of each month at 2 p.m. Third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. with using an eBook device. May 1: North and South May 15: The Storied Life of by Elizabeth Gaskell A.J. Fikry When her father leaves the by Gabrielle Zevin Genre Addicts Book Club Church in a crisis of con- The irascible A.J. Fikry, owner o you skip over the books you know you science, Margaret Hale is up- of Island Books–the only D "should" read, and reach for the thrilling rooted from her comfortable bookstore on Alice Island–has brain candy instead? Then be ashamed no home in Hampshire to move already lost his wife. Now his more—we have the club for you! Each month, to the north of England. Margaret be- most prized possession, a rare book, has we will feature a different genre and meet to comes aware of the poverty and suffering been stolen. Then a mysterious package chat about our favorite titles and authors in that of the local mill-workers and develops a appears at the bookstore. It’s that unex- category. Pick a favorite book to re-read, or passionate sense of social justice. This is pected arrival that gives A. J. Fikry the choose a new title to introduce to us. We will intensified by her tempestuous relation- opportunity to see everything anew. meet on the second Wednesday of the month

ship with the mill-owner and self-made June 19: A Tree Grows in at 7-8 p.m. in Sophie’s Place to share our love man John Thornton. Brooklyn of category fiction!

June 5: Dewey: The Small- by Betty Smith  May 10: The Fantastical Month town Library Cat Francie Nolan struggles against Fantasy stories—whether rooted by Vicki Moran all odds to survive and thrive in in fairy tales and mythology or Dewey, an abandoned kitten Brooklyn at the dawn of the 20th reinvented in classics by Tolkien, from the heartland, trans- century. Growing up with a Lewis, MacDonald, and Baum— forms a sleepy library, in- sweet, tragic father, a severely realistic are more appealing now than ever spires a classic American town in Iowa, mother and an aunt who gives her love too before. Fantasies weave tales of and captures the hearts of animal lovers freely, Francie learns early the meaning of supernatural forces, inexplicable everywhere. hunger and the value of a penny. She is her under the laws of science. You'll father's child–romantic and hungry for beauty. be spellbound by our fantasy book chat. But she is her mother's child, too–deeply Choose any fantasy title to read, and then join practical and in constant search of truth. us to share the magic of the genre.

Page 2 Behind the Cover Children’s Programs Busy Bodies at Bemis oin us on Saturday, May 13, 11–11:30 a.m., for J music, movement, games and fun as we move, or more information, call teen librarian groove and grow at the library. For children ages 2-6 F Mark Decker at the library, 303-795-3961, and their caregivers. or email him at [email protected].  Teen Movies First Saturday of the month Build a Better World-Summer Reading 2017 @ 2 p.m. Free popcorn and lemonade! eginning May 30, infants through children entering 5th grade May 6: Rogue One, PG-13 B may pick up a Reading Record to track Summer Reading pro-  Virtual Reality Gaming gress and collect prizes along the way… including a free book to Third Thursdays @ 3–4:30 p.m. keep. Weekly events will include entertainers, activities, puppet We’ve got the HTC Vive and the PSVR, shows, crafts and story times. Visit us to find out more! plus a huge selection of games. Virtual reali- ty games are for ages 12 & up only. May 18 New Early Literary Stations June 15: Special Time 11 a.m.–1 p.m. ave you tried out the new Early  Teen Advisory Group (TAG) ™ Fourth Friday of the month @ 3:30 p.m. H Literacy Stations by AWE May 26: Prep for summer programs Learning in the Children’s Room? June 23: Fall program planning The Early Literacy Stations™ (ELS) are all-in-one complete educational Teen Summer Reading Program computers designed specifically to Build a Better World build the literacy skills of our young- est patrons, ages 2-8. The systems egistration begins Tues- feature over 4,000 localized learning R day, May 30. Program activities, and the interactive and runs through July 31. Be engaging content spans all seven entered for prize drawings curricular areas based on STEM, STEAM and STREAM: every two weeks. Free book for completing the program.  Math Final drawing on July 31 for the Grand Prize.  Science & Nature  Social Studies & Geography Summer Film School  Reading  Art & Music re you a teen in  Writing & Computer Skills grades 7–12 who A  Reference is interested in writing, acting, directing, film- We invite you to visit the Children’s Room ing or editing your to play and learn as you explore the many own movie? For the activities available on the new AWE Early past 13 years hundreds Learning Station™ computers! of students have creat- ed amazing films at the Summer Film School, part of the teen Ongoing Programs summer reading program at Bemis. Begin- here will be no weekly story time programs during the month of May as Bemis ning June 6–July 27, the Film School will T Children’s Librarians will be visiting local schools to promote our 2017 Summer meet Tuesdays–Thursdays, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Reading Program: Build a Better World. Weekly story time programs will resume June 5. at the Binning Family Foundation, 1269 W. Littleton Blvd. Cost is $100. (Limited  Ready, Set, BUILD Lego Club: For kids in grades K–5 to 40 participants. We will have an alter- Saturday, May 6, 2 p.m. nate/waitlist.) Some scholarships are availa- You bring the creativity and we’ll provide the Legos. Registration begins one week in advance. ble. Pick up an application beginning

May 6 at Bemis. Teens will work in groups  Paws to Read: Kids in grades K–5 to learn professional movie-making tech- Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m.–noon niques. Students will create original movies Kids in grades K–5 are able to practice reading to a visit- based on the theme, “Build a Better World.” ing furry friend. Call 303-795-3961 to register for a 20- Each movie will be shown to the public at a World Premiere Red Carpet Event at the minute spot. Presented by Denver Pet Partners and The Delta Society. Alamo Drafthouse on August 9. An addi- tional matinee, showcasing the teen’s mov-  Bemis Library Dial-a-Story: Your child can listen to a story anytime by calling ies, will take place on Saturday, August 12. 303-795-3960. Enjoy a new story or an old favorite.

Volume 21, Issue 5 Page 3 Schedule of Library Events May Art Heritage Fine Arts Guild Show, Tuesday, *Beginning Excel, MS Office ‘10, BEMIS PUBLIC LIBRARY Exhibit May 1–30 May 16 9:30–11 a.m. 6014 South Datura Street Monday, Senior Book Club, 2 p.m. Mars: Our Future on the Red Littleton, Colorado 80120 May 1 Planet, 7–8:15 p.m.

Phone: 303-795-3961 Fax: 303-795-3996 Tuesday, *Beginning Windows 10, Wednesday, *Intermediate Excel, MS Office ’10, TTY: 303-795-3913 May 2 9:30–11 a.m. May 17 9:30–11 a.m.

Phone Renewal: 303-797-0566 The Life of Buffalo Bill–A International Conversation Circle, Dial-a-Story: 303-795-3960 Dramatic Presentation, 7–8 p.m. Noon–1:30 p.m. on the lower level

E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.littletongov.org/bemis Wednesday, *Saving & Finding Files, Thursday, Open Computer Lab, 9:30–11 a.m. Online Catalog: bemis.ent.sirsi.net May 3 9:30–11 a.m. May 18 Senior Wii, 2–3 p.m. HOURS: M–Th 9–9; F–Sa 9–5; Su 1–5 International Conversation Circle, If you are disabled and seeking an accommodation to participate Noon–1:30 p.m. on the lower level Virtual Reality Gaming, 3–4:30 p.m. in a Library program, please notify the Library one week in advance in writing or call 303-795-3961 or TDD 303-795-3913. Thursday, Open Computer Lab, 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Teen Dungeons & Dragons, Noon Behind the Cover is published monthly by Bemis Public Library. May 4 May 20 Behind the Cover Designer/Editor: Julie Clark Kingery Contributors: Bemis Library Staff Saturday, Teen Dungeons & Dragons, Noon Saturday Movie Matinee: Hidden May 6 Figures, PG, 2–4 p.m. Summer Adult ESL Animals of Pokémon, 1–2 p.m. Sunday, *Crafts for Grownups, 2–3:30 p.m. *Ready, Set, BUILD Lego Club, May 21 Classes from LIRC Grades K–5, 2 p.m. Monday, Aging Well Resource Center egistration for the summer session Teen Movie: Rogue One: A Star May 22 Grab, Gab & Go Event, 1:30–2 p.m. R of ESL classes will take place on Wars Story, PG-13, 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, 10 a.m.–noon and Rocky Mountain National Park’s, Thursday, May 11, 1–3 p.m. Summer ESL Tuesday, *Beginning Word, MS Office ‘10, West Side Stories, 2–3 p.m. classes offered by LIRC run May 15– May 9 9:30–11 a.m. August 17. Cost per student is $40. Classes Tuesday, *Beginning Publisher, MS Office Teen STEAM Tuesday, May 23 ‘10, 9:30–11 a.m. offered include: 3:30–4:30 p.m.  Beginner English Wednesday, *Find, Save & Share Your Photos, Tuesday & Thursday, 10 a.m.–noon Wednesday, *Intermediate Word, MS Office ’10, May 24 9:30–11 a.m. Held at Littleton Museum May 10 9:30–11 a.m.  Intermediate/Advanced English International Conversation Circle, Monday & Wednesday, 10 a.m.–noon *ESL Summer Session Classes Noon–1:30 p.m. on the lower level Held at Bemis Public Library Registration, 10 a.m. –noon For information or to register, call or email Thursday, Open Computer Lab, 9:30–11 a.m. International Conversation Circle, May 25 Erica Bisbey, LIRC volunteer coordinator, Noon–1:30 p.m. on the lower level at 303-734-8411, [email protected]. Friday, Teen Advisory Group, 3:30 p.m. Genre Addicts Book Club: Fantasy, May 26 Get Your Crafting On~ 7–8 p.m. Monday, Memorial Day Crafts for Grownups Thursday, Open Computer Lab, 9:30-11 a.m. May 29 LIBRARY CLOSED May 11 oin us for a different featured craft on the *ESL Summer Session Classes Tuesday, *Brain Exercise on the Web, J third Sunday of each month, 2-3:30 p.m. Registration, 1–3 p.m. May 30 9:30–11 a.m. We will provide supplies and space. These programs are for adults only. Space is lim- Friday, Teen Board Game Friday, *Build a Better World Summer ited, and registration is required. Please call May 12 4–7:30 p.m. Reading Programs Registration Begins, For all ages 303-795-3961 to register, or register online Saturday, *Paws to Read, Grades K–5, at the library's events calendar at May 13 10 a.m.–noon Growing a Better World— www.littletongov.org. Community Container Garden Sunday, May 21, Busy Bodies at Bemis, For ages 2–6, Planting, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 2–3:30 p.m. 11–11:30 a.m. May Flowers Blossom Wednesday, *Beginning Facebook, 9:30–11 a.m. Spring is in the air, Musical Moments at Sophie’s May 31 and beautiful blooms Place with The Smithtonians International Conversation Circle, Handbell Choir, 2–3 p.m. Noon–1:30 p.m. on the lower level abound including those made of paper, Monday, Monday Evening Book Group, Thursday, Open Computer Lab, 9:30–11 a.m. fabric, yarn, and more. May 15 7 p.m. June 1 Learn how to make a gorgeous garden bloom year-round with things you can *These programs require a reservation or find in your recycle bin. ticket. Please call 303-795-3961.