Newport News Public Library System   |   July 2016 Newsletter
Summer Reading Program

Summer is here and it's a time to read for fun, learn something new and see friends. Your Library has lots of free programs for everyone this summer! Visit our  calendar of events for details and registration information, and download our  summer brochure for a full listing of free programs and events.
Renovations at Pearl Bailey Library

Pardon our dust as we make some exciting improvements at Pearl Bailey Library! Recently, the Library has received upgrades to its meeting room (including new carpeting, paint, and A/V system), a new device charging station, and big updates to the computer lab! To view pictures, click here.
New Hours for Virginiana Room

Main Street Library's Martha Woodroof Hiden Memorial Virginiana Room has new hours, effective July 1, 2016. The new hours are as follows: Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and by appointment on Sundays.  

What is the Virginiana Room?
Thank you, Friends!

Friends of the Newport News Public Library is a non-profit, volunteer organization that raises money for NNPLS. They have bookstores at Main Street and Grissom Libraries, and the funds raised are donated to NNPLS to fund programming such as the Summer Reading Program, ToshoCon, and the annual holiday concerts (just to name a few). 
Did you know?

All of our programs and events are listed on our website's calendar which is located at www.nnpls.libguides.com/events.

You can even create your own personal list of events!
War In Film Series & Discussion
Storytime at Whole Foods Market
ZUMBA for Teens!
Teens Draw: Coloring
Learn coloring techniques from professional artist Dixie Smith as she teaches participants how to shade, color & crosshatch like the pros!  All materials will be provided.
Balloon Show
Come watch Ms. Susan create fabulous balloon creatures! Each child in attendance will receive a balloon creation to take home!  For ages 6-11.

Magic Show with Wes Iseli
Everyone is invited to come and be amazed by professional magician and illusionist, Wes Iseli! 
Music Concerts with Chris Campbell
All ages are invited to come and participate in Chris Campbell's highly interactive and educational music concert complete with Mr. Chris' lively puppet characters! 
Atumpan: The Talking Drums
Join us for a fun, high energy, interactive hour of drum storytelling that encourages call and response story-listening and lots of audience participation!
Free eResources
FREE Computer Classes
Hampton Roads Libraries Gearing Up for Summer Reading

"Keeping children mentally active when school's out helps combat what is known as the "summer slide," where students lose reading gains achieved during the school year."

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