University Park Public Library

Newsletter / June 2023

Summer Reading is Here!

Kids' Summer Reading (Ages 0 - 9):

June 3 - July 31

Tween & Teen Summer Reading (Ages 10+): June 1 - July 31

Adult Summer Reading:

June 1 - July 31

Sign up for Summer Reading and be sure to glance at the list of the summer performers and events we have scheduled! If you want more details on our Summer Reading programs please visit our website.

Summer Reading Programs are sponsored by the Friends of the University Park Public Library, La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas, and Christine McKenny.

La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas Duchess Gowns

Gowns from the 2023 La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas gala will be on display at UP Public Library later this month. These gowns are worn by duchesses when they are presented in an annual pageant that reflects the history of the Six Flags of Texas and the Park Cities. The duchesses are young women from the Park Cities, and the gala is a fundraiser for various Park Cities organizations, including our library.

The gowns will be on exhibit from June 6 through June 17. You can view the dresses by visiting the library during regular business hours.

Friends of the Library

The Friends of the University Park Public Library support the library by providing volunteers, curating great programs, celebrating local history, and much more. To learn more about their second-hand book sales and all the ways they enhance our community, check out the link below!

Follow the Friends on Instagram!

Adult Programs

Letters About Literature Recognition

Tuesday, June 6 @ 1:30 p.m.

Join us in the 3rd floor Community Room as we honor two winners of the Letters About Literature essay contest, Tristan Sun and Serena Liu. Letters About Literature is a state-wide essay contest in which hundreds of students in grades 4 through 12 write a letter to an author of a book that touched their lives. Tristan and Serena, both University Park residents and students at Highland Park Middle school, will read their winning letters and get recognized by Mayor Stewart at this event.

E-books & More: Digital Collections

Thursday, June 8, 6 - 7 p.m. *iOS

Tuesday, June 13, 6 - 7 p.m. *Kindle

Join this class to learn how to download e-books, audiobooks, movies, tv shows, music albums, comics, graphic novels, and magazines, all for free with your library card! These can be accessed on your computers, Kindles, tablets, and smartphones. Bring your device and library card to class.

Technology for Seniors with Girl Scout Mia Kruger

Tuesday, June 20, 6 - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 21, 6 - 6:30 p.m.

Join Mia in the Library's Texana Room to learn tips and tricks on iPhone communication involving texts, emails, contacts, and more!

Youth Programs

Little Artists (Ages 3+)

Tuesdays in June @ 10:30 a.m.

Join us for a creative journey through different artists and styles with a hands-on art project and accompanying story!

June 6: Henri Matisse

June 13: Claude Monet

June 20: Andy Warhol

June 27: Vincent Van Gogh

Registration is not required. Limited to 20 participants.

Light UP with Reading Family Time

Wednesdays in June @ 3 p.m.

Each Wednesday of summer will feature a different performer for all ages:

June 7: Brett Roberts Colors of Kindness Bubble Show

June 14: Professor Brainius

June 21: Greg Kazam Magic Show

June 28: Light UP LEGO Party

Registration is not required.

Tails & Tales

Tuesday, June 13, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Kids in grades K through 4 are invited to practice their reading skills as they read with our friend and therapy dog, Wonder! Picture books will be provided but children are welcome to bring their own. Registration is not required.

This program is made possible by Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs.

Take-Home STEAM Kits:

Circuit Firefly

Available through the month while supplies last.

Learn about circuits while making a light-up firefly! Please ask for a kit at the front desk. Limit of one kit per child.

Thank you to La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas for sponsoring our youth events (lafiestaparkcities.com)

Story Time

All Ages Story Time

Thursdays, 10:30 - 11 a.m.

Join us Thursdays in June for stories, songs, and movement for all ages!

Princess Story Time with Miss Teen Park Cities

Saturday, June 17, 3 - 4 p.m.

Join us at UP Library for stories, songs, dancing, and crafts with Miss Park Cities' Outstanding Teen, Alexxia Carter! All little princes and princesses are invited to attend. After story time, take a look at the La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas Duchesses' dresses on display!

Pool Story Time (All Ages)

Wednesday, June 28,

11 - 11:30 a.m.

Join us at Holmes Aquatic Center for summery, splashy stories and songs for all ages!

Please note you will need a pool pass to attend.

Teen Programs

Painting Pet Portraits (Ages 8+)

Thursday, June 8, 3:30- 5 p.m.

For ages 8 and up. Create a portrait of your favorite furry friend or an animal you'd like to have as a pet! If you have a specific pet or animal in mind, it is helpful if you can bring a picture with you. All supplies provided. Limited to 20 participants. Please register on UP Library's Eventbrite by Tuesday, June 6.

RSVP

DIY Neon Signs (Ages 10+)

Saturday, June 10 @ 2 p.m.

For ages 10 and up. Join us in the 3rd floor community room to make your own neon sign. Each participant will get a neon string light and a peg board to create their design. Limited to 20 participants. Please register on UP Library's Eventbrite by Tuesday, June 6.

RSVP

Jewelry Making Workshop (Ages 8+)

Thursday, June 22 @ 3:30 - 5 p.m.

Learn to make wire wrapped rings and beaded bracelets in this workshop for ages 8 and up. All supplies are provided. Limited to 20 participants. Please register on UP Library's Eventbrite by Tuesday, June 20.

RSVP

UP Library On the Go!

Access more content at home or on the go! The UP Public Library has downloadable eBooks, audio books, movies, magazines, music albums and more available online for free with your library card. These can be accessed on your computers, Kindles, tablets, and smartphones.