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Hello, aspiring playwrights!

School is out, holidays are in, and, oh boy, do we have a treat for you! Are you a fan of theatre fan? Do you dream of acting in a play? We’ve got you covered!

Our libraries are bursting with complimentary performances and plays this November. Join students from all over Singapore as they entertain you with funny, interesting and, sometimes, thought-provoking drama. Find out what’s it like to be a teacher and learn the intriguing ways we use English in Singapore with Teacher and English… A Matter of Perception, a play by Orchid Park Secondary School on page 2. Mayflower Primary School presents “Batu Avenue” a play about community spirit that might just get you making more friends in your neighbourhood (page 5). Learn about life and friendship with Yio Chu Kang Secondary School presents “The Day I met Prince”, a local adaptation of A Little Prince (page 6) and treat yourself to fairy tales with a twist in Fairytale Trails 5 presented by students from drama clubs around the island on page 4.

Ready to get on stage yourself? Catch Singapore Repertory Theatre presents Upstairs in the Sky, a story that makes use of ordinary items as props, and encourages audience participation (page 3). If that’s not enough for you, join the Speech and Drama Workshop by Seimpi School of Music, work on your speaking skills and act out a short play on page 11.

All the world’s a stage, including our libraries!

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Children's SpecialsChildren's Specials

SToRYTEllIng @ oUR TAMPInES gAllERY1 november, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pmTampines Regional library, our Tampines gallery, level 2

Join our storytellers as they bring you a world of fascinating tales on Singapore’s history and heritage. Fun and excitement awaits! Suitable for all ages.

中医小儿保健 SAFE AnD EFFECTIvE TCM PEDIATRIC CARE 2 november, 3.00 pm – 4.30 pmJurong West Public library, Programme Zone

小孩出现反复感冒、容易有过敏、腹泻及抵抗力差等问题，这些疾病的背后多与体质偏差有关，显示身体的免疫系统与协调机能有问题。如何通过中医保健达到治疗效果。华文讲座。

MYTh MASTERS' FIRST CARD ExChAngE4 november, 10.30 am – 12.00 pmJurong Regional library, Programme Zone (level 1)

Missing out a few cards from our previous events and redemptions? Our first card exchange session is finally happening at Jurong Regional Library! Do register early for a secured spot to exchange cards with other children. For children aged 7 to 12.

你的收藏还缺了几张之前派发的卡牌吗？欢迎你参与《传奇风云》在裕廊区域图书馆的第一场卡片互换活动。名额有限，要记得报名参加。此活动适合七至十二岁的儿童参与。

398.2 gUEST SToRYTEllIng SESSIon4 november, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmBukit Merah Public library, Storytelling Corner4 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmClementi Public library, Programme Zone5 november, 10.30 am – 11.30 amQueenstown Public library, Storytelling Corner 11 november, 3.30 pm – 4.30 pmMarine Parade Public library, Programme Zone12 november, 2.00 pm - 3.00 pmgeylang East Public library, Activity Room

Where is 398.2? Hint: it’s not a GPS location. But it is somewhere in the library! Join us for a celebration of folklore and fairy tales with Roger Jenkins and his tellers to find out more! Expect a performative and exciting storytelling session with engaging tellers and characters and help us kick start the 398.2 Storytelling Festival 2017, taking place later in November.

SIngAPoRE REPERToRY ThEATRE PRESEnTS UPSTAIRS In ThE SKY4 november, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmAng Mo Kio Public library, Programme Zone 11 november, 1.30 pm – 2.30 pmJurong Regional library, Programme Zone (level 1)

A play where the audience gets to participate and help out in the storytelling, Upstairs in the Sky is a story of adventure, friendship and loss. Performed with ordinary props such as boxes, cloths, tubes and household objects, children are encouraged to apply their imagination to these items and keep the show going.

[TWEEnS] MoBIlE MUSIC MAKIng USIng IPAD’S gARAgEBAnD3, 7, 17 & 24 november, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public library, Programme Zone

If you have a strong interest in music making, we want you! Pick up skills and techniques in music production using mobile devices, such as use of loops, music editing, music arranging, and sampling in this music workshop conducted by Republic Polytechnic. Sign up now to learn the attributes of a well-crafted music composition and produce your very own piece of original music. For tweens aged 10 to 14. Participants are encouraged to attend all four sessions. 02 03

This programme is for free admission however registration is required. Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.

TEAChER AnD EnglISh... A MATTER oF PERCEPTIon1 november, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pmAng Mo Kio Public library, Programme Zone

You may not know this, but your teacher has problems too! Find out just how many hats teachers wear when a student swaps roles with a teacher! Follow up with a language face off between two teams in the finals of the Language Master Debating Competition. Will Team English dominate the debate with their impressive command of the language or will Team Singlish prove there is still room for Singlish in Singapore? Join Orchid Park Secondary School’s Drama Club for two exciting skits about school life!

DEnTAl CARE FoR MUMMY AnD BABY4 november, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmPasir Ris Public library , Programme Zone 18 november, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmBedok Public library, Programme Room

Join in this session to learn about common dental issues that occur during pregnancy and the appropriate treatments. Pick up tips on dental care for your little ones such as the ideal time for dental visits and how to care for their teeth and gums during teething periods. This programme is conducted by Dr Chooi, a general dental practitioner with Luminous Dental Group Holdings.

nESTlé hEAlThY KIDS5, 12, 19 & 26 november, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmBedok Public library, Programme Room

Calling all parents with primary school-going children – sign up for Nestlé Healthy Kids (NHK) workshop brought to you by Health Promotion Board today! The 4 complimentary parent-child sessions focus on cultivating good nutrition habits, living actively and making mindful lifestyle choices with your child via fun-filled family bonding activities. Each parent and child pair will also receive tokens from NHK, while stocks last. Participants are required to attend all 4 sessions. For registration, please visit www.nestle.com.sg Each registration is for a parent-child pair.

oRIgAMI WoRKShoP: ThE ART oF PAPER FolDIng4 november, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public library, Programme Zone

Fold colourful papers into dinosaurs, sharks, pandas, flowers and many more in this origami workshop! Participants get to bring home some beautiful souvenirs while developing fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination. For children aged 6 and above.

FAIRYTAlE TRAIlS 54 november, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmgeylang East Public library, Merpati hall 11 november, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmBishan Public library, Programme Zone

Season 5 of Fairy Tale Trails is back! Bringing you more laughter, more entertainment and lots more of your favourite fairytales, the talented students from various drama clubs all over Singapore will present their interpretations of classic fairy tales with a quirky twist!

小书迷读书会@裕廊区域图书馆4 november, 1.30 pm – 2.30 pmJurong Regional library, Programme Zone (level 1)

想要与其他小朋友一起分享阅读的乐趣吗？那就赶紧来参加小书迷读书会吧！你不但能听故事、学知识、认识不同的作家和书籍，还可以做手工、玩游戏。读书会将在每月的第一个星期六以华语进行，适合7至9岁的儿童参与。名额有限，请电邮[email protected]报名。若名额已满，我们会将您列入等候名单。

ThE PRESChool YEARS: 3 CRITICAl hABITS oF MInD AnD hoW To nURTURE ThEM5 november, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmSengkang Public library, Programme Zone

Young children are primed to pick up skills and knowledge that can help them thrive. However, habits of mind are not set in stone, and can be cultivated to enhance quality of learning. This talk highlights 3 critical habits of mind – curiosity, creativity and collaboration, and provides some ways parents and caregivers can nurture these in their preschool children to form the foundation of a good learning attitude.

MAYFloWER PRIMARY SChool PRESEnTS “BATU AvEnUE” 8 november, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pmAng Mo Kio Public library, Programme Zone

Batu Avenue was once a thriving community filled with love and care. But the villagers grew self-centered and cruel over the years. In this play presented by Mayflower Primary School, find out how the mayor tries to restore the old community spirit with a "Pot Luck" party. Will harmony return to the village or will the infighting continue?

PlAYTIME@lIBRARY5, 12, 19 & 26 november, 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm7, 14, 21 & 28 november, 3.00 pm – 6.00 pmBukit Panjang Public library, Stories Come Alive Room (Children’s Zone)

Join us for Playtime@Library! In this unstructured play programme, children and parents can learn, socialise and make new friends. Enjoy the books and variety of educational aids we have! This programme is open to children aged 6 years and below. Please note that this is a free and self-guided programme. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

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ChInESE READIng ClUB11 & 25 november, 2.30 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public library, Activity Room

儿童经典导读班的导师以轻松有趣的方式教导孩子们了解中华古典经文。导读班由新生心智发展中心与德慧经典文化学会所主办，适合 6 - 10岁的孩童参与。家长必须陪伴孩童参与此活动。有兴趣报名的读者，请联系美玲/Mayling (电邮: [email protected])

DRAW, SnIP, TEll11 november, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmBukit Panjang Public library, Stories Come Alive Room (Children’s Zone)

Take part in story-telling, songs and craft aimed at developing children’s love for books and the English language, followed by a hands-on session for parents to create meaningful pictures based on a story with their children. For children aged 5 to 9.

儿童故事乐 MAnDARIn SToRYTEllIng (6-10) 11 & 25 november, 2.00 pm – 2.30 pmlibrary@chinatown, Programme Zone

小朋友好! 唐城图书馆欢迎你们来参加我们每月的儿童故事乐。你将有机会听许多有趣生动的故事。儿童故事乐无需登记，入场免费，座位有限，欢迎大家踊跃参与。

EP READY KIDS11 november, 12.30 pm – 1.30 pmChoa Chu Kang Public library, Activity Room12 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBedok Public library, Programme Room18 november, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmJurong West Public library, Programme Zone25 november, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmQueenstown Public library, Programme Zone

Learn all about fire and road safety, community and vigilance! Know what to do in emergency situations and for safety with the help of props, role-play and Q&A. Brought to you by the People’s Association Emergency Preparedness team. For children aged 4 to 8. Parents are welcome.

TAlES & gAMES11 november, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pmSerangoon Public library, Programme Zone18 november, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pmMarine Parade Public library, Programme Zone

Tales & Games is a series of children’s board games based on popular fairy tales brought to life in a fun and engaging way! Materials will be provided, with facilitators on hand to guide you through a session of family bonding! All ages are welcome. Brought to you by Play Games Touch Lives, a community initiative by Games4Good, which specialises in board games.

DYSlExIA AWAREnESS TAlK 11 november, 6.00 pm – 7.30 pmBishan Public library, Programme Zone

The talk aims to inspire the audience with a deeper understanding of dyslexia, subsequently empowering them with the ability to identify dyslexic students and tips on how to help students with daily academic demands as well as their self-esteem. With up-to-date information, visuals and hands-on activities, this talk ensures that participants leave with a better appreciation of dyslexia.

Pasir Ris Public Library’s 17 th Anniversary Celebrations!

library Superhero Training Booth11.00 am – 1.00 pmlibrary Foyer, Programme Zone, Children SectionWant to be Library Superhero for a day? Come to our superhero training booth to learn about library etiquette, how to search for books and test your mettle against obstacle courses such as word search, memory games and many more!

happy Birthday Wishes!11.00 am – 4.00 pmlibrary FoyerShow your love for Pasir Ris Public Library! Pen your birthday wishes for the library and redeem a mystery token from us. While stocks last!

Books Recommendation Booth

1.30 pm – 2.30 pmChildren Section highlight WallNot sure what to read? Come and check out children’s books handpicked by friendly library staff. Borrow 4 books and redeem a mystery token from us. While stocks last!

YIo ChU KAng SEConDARY SChool PRESEnTS “ThE DAY I MET PRInCE”11 november, 11.30 am – 12.00 pmAng Mo Kio Public library, Activity Room

“The Day I Met Prince” is a play based on “A Little Prince” written by Kuo Pao Kun, Cultural Medallion winner. Experience the story of a child and a prince as they embark on a magical journey across different worlds to protect a rose. A story about life and friendship, the play seeks to make us reflect on our own journeys in life a nd discover the “prince” in every one of us.

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KElAB MEMBACA WIRA PInTAR17 november, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmTampines Regional library, Books for Babies, level 325 november, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmSembawang Public library, Programme Room

Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar, bertujuan memupuk minat membaca dalam Bahasa Melayu di kalangan kanak-kanak yang berusia 7 hingga 10 tahun.Di samping menanam tabiat membaca yang sihat, kami sediakan pelbagai aktiviti menarik dan menyeronokkan.

The reading club. Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar aims to foster interest in reading in Malay and instilling healthy reading habits among children aged between 7 and 10 years old. This will be implemented through book-based and other fun activities.ST*ART SERIES: ADvEnTURES ESCAPADE!

16 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBedok Public library, Programme Room

Pilots, navigators, dragons and children, take note! Are you ready for a storytelling adventure that takes you to places magical? Escape on an adventure and bring home your very own craft souvenir! For children aged 4 to 8.

MUSIC PERFoRMAnCE BY SEIMPI SChool oF MUSIC 18 november, 1.30 pm – 2.00 pmCheng San Public library, Activity Room

Join Seimpi School of Music as their students and teachers regal you with a mini concert of piano, violin, guitar and vocal performances to put a spring in your step this holiday season!

[BooK TAlK] “I Don’T WAnT To…” - SToRIES ChIlDREn WAnT PAREnTS AnD CARERS To hEAR18 november, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmSerangoon Public library, Programme Zone

Listen to a reading of a compendium of real-life stories written by children who struggle with mental health conditions. Find out how they voice their need for help as well as the creative ways they have to adopt to manage their problems and overcome adversity.

2017儿童故事会18 november, 12.30 pm – 1.30 pmCentral Public library, Treehouse library

小朋友好! 中央公共图书馆欢迎你们来参加我们十一月份特制的《2017儿童故事会》。你将有机会听许多有趣生动的故事。

让孩童通过生动的讲故事节目，享受学华语的乐趣、激发想象力、培养良好价值观，度过一个充实的周末！趣味故事，精彩童年，这是该欢笑，该想象的年龄。节目欢迎家长陪同。

Join storytellers from Chou Sing Chu Foundation in a series of fun-filled, interactive Chinese storytelling sessions. Stories told are suitable for children aged 4 to 10 and fun activities are included in every session. Parents are welcome to join in.

周星衢基金儿童讲故事节目Chou Sing Chu Foundation Chinese Storytelling

让故事活起来!Stories Come Alive @NLB

4 & 18 november, 11.30 am – 12.00 pmTampines Regional library,

Books for Babies

4 november, 12.00 pm – 12.30 pmToa Payoh Public library,

Activity Zone

12 november, 2.30 pm – 3.00 pmCheng San Public library,

open Stage

25 november, 1.00 pm – 1.30 pmSengkang Public library,

Early literacy Section

gEnERAl AWAREnESS - vISUAl PRoCESSIng DISoRDER (IRlEn SYnDRoME) 18 november, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pmSengkang Public library, Programme Zone

Learn about what causes students to struggle with their studies and the symptoms of dyslexia and visual processing disorder or Irlen Syndrome. Find out about early intervention and treatment for these conditions from Irlen Dyslexia Clinic, a multidisciplinary clinic that evaluates and treats learning difficulties to aid and empower.

SToRIES AnD MoRE!15 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmSembawang Public library, Reading Deck

Join us for a storytelling treat! Look out for a book-inspired activity and personalised book recommendations by our librarians. This special treat takes place every 3rd Wednesday of the month!

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KElAB MEMBACA WIRA CERDIK@CCKPl18 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public library, Activity Room

Kelab Membaca Wira Cerdik@CCKPL merupakan kerjasama NLB dan Pre-school Teachers Network Singapore (PTNS). Kelab membaca ini bertujuan memupuk minat membaca dalam Bahasa Melayu, khususnya dalam kalangan kanak-kanak berumur antara 4 hingga 6 tahun. Ini akan diterapkan melalui aktiviti-aktiviti berasaskan buku. Anggota-anggota kelab akan bertemu pada hari Sabtu ketiga setiap bulan. Jika anda berminat untuk mendaftarkan anak anda sebagai ahli, sila dapatkan borang pendaftaran dari kaunter khidmat pelanggan perpustakaan.

[DESIgn FoR ChIlDREn] lEAThER UPCYClIng19 november, 2.00 pm – 6.00 pmlibrary@orchard, Make

Try your hand at making a small leather keychain with the guidance of leather artisans from Semicolon Works and Ngee Ann Polytechnic! For children aged 9 to 12.

Slots are held every 15 minutes starting from 2 pm (last slot will be 5.45 pm). Limited to 5 participants per slot, on a first-come first-served basis. Please indicate your preferred timing at the programme venue on the day of the event.

Magical PhotoboothHere’s your chance to pose as your favourite fairytale character! Grab a prop and snap a photo with your family and friends at our fairytale-themed photobooth!

villainous Match-UpDo you have what it takes to match villains to the correct classic fairytales? Meet up at our magic beanstalk to show off your knowledge!

Fairytale Book huntFancy yourself a fairytale guru? Join us in this magical book hunt and complete five quests for a chance to win a prize from our Book Faeries!

The Craft TableJoin in a quick and simple craft session conducted by our Book Faeries as they teach you how to craft magic wands and crowns fit for a king!

We're three! In conjunction with this year's Customer Appreciation Day, swing by Sembawang Public Library for an afternoon of fun filled events conducted by none other than your very own Book Faeries of Sembawang Library!

398.2 SToRYTEllIng FESTIvAl 201719 november, 10.30 am – 6.00 pmCentral Public library, Treehouse library25 november, 12.00 pm – 4.30 pmTampines Regional library, Terrace on 5

398.2 Storytelling Festival 2017 is back and better than before! Taking place at two libraries, you can now pick your favourite date to join us for more fables and tales brought to you by Roger Jenkins, Sheila Wee, and many more exciting tellers! Expect myths, music and magic, costumes and characters. There is something for everyone!

SPEECh AnD DRAMA WoRKShoP BY SEIMPI SChool oF MUSIC18 november, 2.30 pm – 3.30 pmCheng San Public library, Activity Room

Speech and drama classes inspires creativity and improves language capabilities. Children who take up speech and drama classes are often more positive, confident and disciplined as well. Improve your child's vocabulary and enunciation, and fire up their imagination and creativity in this workshop that concludes with all participants acting out a short play. For children aged 7 to 12.

18 OctoberProgramme Room, 12.00 pm - 1.30 pm

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SUPER SToRYTASTIC SPECIAl: MoBIUS MAnoEUvRES21 november, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pmJurong West Public library, Storytelling Corner

Oh, the twists and turns! Things are not always what they seem to be! Learn about optical illusions and make your very own Mobius strip!

lITTlE lovABlE WolvES21 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmgeylang East Public library, Activity Room

Are all wolves bad? Well, not every wolf gobbles up grandmothers, billy goats and rabbits! Meet nice and friendly wolves as you listen to stories about friendship and love and get to make your very own lovable ‘wolfie’ friend to bring home!

oh hElP! oh no! IT'S A gRUFFAlo! 22 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBedok Public library, Programme Room

Join us for an hour of fun with the Gruffalo, the famous monster from The Gruffalo a well-loved children’s book by Julia Donaldson. Go on an adventure in the jungle and bring home a gentle Gruffalo! For children aged 4 to 6. Each registration is for 1 parent-child pair.

holIDAY SCIEnCE SPECIAlS21 & 28 november, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmSengkang Public library, Programme Zone22 november, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmMarine Parade Public library , Programme Zone23 & 24 november, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmAng Mo Kio Public library, Programme Zone29 november, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmWoodlands Regional library, Programme Zone30 november, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmCentral Public library, Treehouse library

Back by popular demand! The holiday fun science series by Science Centre Singapore will be bringing you the opportunity to be amazed by the wonders of science. Participate in our thematic activity stations — Renaissance Science, Crime Scene Science, Math-mazing Science, Play with Science — and learn through engaging hands-on activities.

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EnglISh SToRYTEllIng BY oDYSSEY24 november, 4.30 pm – 5.00 pmMarine Parade Public library, Programme Zone

Presenting a special storytelling session conducted in English and Mandarin every last friday of the month by teachers from Odyssey the Global Preschool (Still Road)! Bring along your children to be enchanted by engaging stories that emphasise vocabulary learning. For children aged 4 to 6.

SUSTAInABlE BUIlDIng FEATURES [PIxEl lABS@nlB]25 november, 10.30 am – 12.30 pmTampines Regional library, PIxEl labs@nlB

Design and build sustainable buildings with recycled materials in this hands-on workshop! Apply design principles and features that capture natural wind and enhance natural lighting to create a breathing city. For children aged 6 to 10.

[our 19th Birthday] All About Me 12.30 pm – 1.30 pm Activities Room

How well do you know yourself? Find out in this programme designed to help young children to learn about themselves, their emotions and how their bodies function, as well as acquire the vocabulary to express their personal needs. A workshop by Children’s Hut, an educational company, for children aged 4 to 6.

[our 19th Birthday] Photo Booth 11.00 am – 4.00 pm Exhibition Area

Take photos with your favourite emoji props!

[our 19th Birthday] Special Storytelling by Friends of the library 11.30 am – 12.00 pm Activities Room

Join our Friends of the Library in this half-hour programme where they share their favourite children's stories with you. Check out the good reads on display and bring them home with you!

[our 19th Birthday] Temporary Emoji Body Art 1.30 pm – 2.30 pm Exhibition Area

Choose your favourite emoji and adorn yourself with our free, temporary body art! While stocks last!

PAREnTS ConnECT: PEER PRESSURE24 november, 11.00 am – 12.30 pmChoa Chu Kang Public library, Activity Room

How can parents help give their children the confidence and courage to handle peer pressure and stand up for themselves? Find out in this sharing session where parents are encouraged to relate their own experiences and swap tips on how they can help children deal with peer pressure. This session is moderated by Swapna Mirashi, financial literacy expert and editor of Parents eZine AIM.

EnglISh SPECIAl PRogRAMME (PAPER CRAFT ACTIvITY)23 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmMarine Parade Public library, Programme Zone

Listen to interesting stories and enjoy a hands-on craft session where you get to create a little souvenir to take home! For children aged 4 to 10.

Bukit Batok Public Library’s 19 th Anniversary Celebrations

We’re almost 20, but not yet! Celebrate our final year of being a teen with us!

18 November, Saturday

hEAlThY PAREnTS, hEAlThY KIDS25 november, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmMarine Parade Public library, Programme Zone

Growing together as a healthy family is not an easy task. Find out how parents and caregivers can create a healthy home environment for both children and adults when you attend the talk and get a chance to receive a free body composition measurement and/or an antioxidants scan.

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J SPECIAl: ThE MAn In ThE Moon 29 november, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmClementi Public library, Programme Zone

Join us for an enchanting afternoon as we take a look at William Joyce's Guardians of Childhood series. Learn more about MiM, the Man in the Moon, and the guardian to the hopes and dreams of children of Earth!

[DESIgn FoR ChIlDREn] FUn WITh CAllIgRAPhY25 november, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmlibrary@orchard, Make

Take a break from your usual pens and pencils! Pick up tools and concepts used in contemporary western calligraphy, and learn how to write letters in calligraphy with Scribblers Collective, a Singapore-based calligraphy collective. For children aged 9 to 12.

ThE WRIghT PlAnE29 november, 3.00 pm – 4.30 pmBedok Public library, Programme Room

Join the Science Council students from Temasek Junior College as they impart knowledge on how to design paper planes that fly the furthest distance the longest time using scientific theories. For children aged 9 to 12.

MOLLY, the Mobile Library brings popular books and classic favourites to you. Complete with a service counter, e-Kiosk, book borrowing and returning stations, it’s an experience you wouldn’t want to miss. Join us on MOLLY and indulge in the joys of reading!

MOLLY theMobile Library

MOLLY @ Blk 542,Serangoon North Ave 4

4 November, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

MOLLY @ Punggol Garden RC, Blk 164 Punggol Central

5 November, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Blk 403,Ang Mo Kio Ave 10

11 November, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ United Square,101 Thomson Road


MOLLY @ Punggol Oasis, Blk 176 Edgefield Plains

18 November, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Blk 112, McNair Road


MOLLY @ Whampoa Community Club, 300 Whampoa Drive

25 November, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Farrer Park(In front of Farrer Park Pri)


MOLLY @ Blk 417,Yishun Ave 11

26 November, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

"WE BRIng lIFE To WASTE MATERIAlS" WoRKShoP25 november, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pmCheng San Public library, Activity Room

Make an "evergreen" Christmas tree from old magazines and decorate it with items crafted from plastic bottles, leftover wrapping paper, CDs and other waste materials. Participants are encouraged to bring their own building materials. For children aged 7 and above.

MAlAY SPECIAl holIDAY PRogRAMME: MARI MElAnCong!30 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmMarine Parade Public library, Programme Zone

Mari bersama kami menjelajah ke destinasi yang mempunyai keajaiban dunia dan sesi Kraftangan yang menyeronokkan! Sesi ini dibuka untuk semua kanak-kanak yang berumur dari 6-12 tahun.

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RABBIT TAlES! 7 november, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmBukit Merah Public library, Storytelling CornerAre you aware of any rabbit tales? Join us at this fun-filled session to discover stories about bunnies and take part in "hop-pening" activities!

BAlloon BlAST-oFF!16 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public library, Activity RoomEver wondered how rockets can fly across the sky? Put on your space helmets and count down… 3, 2, 1, blast off! Learn to make a balloon rocket using the scientific concepts of force, thrust and pressure!

WhAlE TAlES 19 november, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmgeylang East Public library, Activity RoomHave a splashing good time with us as we listen to stories about whales. Learn fun facts about these fascinating marine animals and create your very own whale craft!

JIGGLE,READ andRHYME

JIGGLE,READ andRHYME

Join other parents with young children, and supportyour child’s early development through an enjoyable 30-minute session

with songs, rhymes and stories that come alive.This fun and interactive parent-child programme is FREE!

For toddlers aged 1—3.Each registration is for a parent-child pair.

2 november 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Tampines Regional library, Programme Zone

4 november 2.00 pm – 2.30 pm Central Public library, Multi-Purpose Room

9 november 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Jurong West Public library, Programme Zone

13 november 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm Bishan Public library, Activity Room

14 november 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Sembawang Public library, Programme Room

21 november 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Bukit Merah Public library, Storytelling Corner

21 november 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Pasir Ris Public library, Programme Zone

21 november 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Jurong Regional library, Programme Zone (level 1)

22 november 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Ang Mo Kio Public library, Activity Room

28 november 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Toa Payoh Public library, Programme Zone

28 november 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Woodlands Regional library, Everest Room

29 november 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Bukit Panjang Public library, Stories Come Alive Room

29 november 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Bukit Batok Public library, Activities Room

For parents and children aged 4-6.Limited to 15 parent-child pairs. Admission is free.

Each registration is for one parent-child pair.

R ead and Bond :Mommy, Daddy & Me

R e ad and Bond :Mommy, Daddy & Me

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JP Book Review

PLEASE, OPEN THIS BOOK !Author: Adam lehrhauptPublisher: new York: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers,

2015Call no.: Junior lending Picture Book English lEh

What would you do if you had to save some animal characters trapped in a book? Makes you wonder why they were stuck there in the first place! Please, Open This Book! is a hilarious story about a group of monkeys trying desperately to get the reader not to turn another page – a perfect example of play incorporated in reading to be enjoyed by both parent and child.

Still, the story must go on and as the book draws to an end, the child is forced to choose between keeping the creatures trapped or setting them free; encouraging the child to learn simple decision making, one page at a time.

Contributed by Erni nurain Salleh

QUEEN MUNCH AND QUEEN NIBBLEAuthor: Carol Ann DuffyPublisher: london: Two hoots, 2016Call no.: Junior lending Simple Fiction English DUF

A loveable and humorous story about contrary characters, talents and friendship between two royalties, Queen Munch and Queen Nibble. Loud and effervescent Queen Munch loves nothing more than good food, eating scrumptious desserts and has a huge appetite for breakfast, whereas Queen Nibble dislikes food, is pale, introverted and enjoys making necklaces out of raindrops. So when Queen Munch decides to invite Queen Nibble for a visit to win her friendship, it seems like a spell for disaster. But there is more to each Queen than meets the eye and soon a friendship begins to blossom. With the two loveable queens and touches of brilliant vibrant illustration and colourful artworks, this whimsical tale is a perfect read for young readers.

Contributed by norah Ismail

JS Book Review

RecommendedReading

RecommendedReading

HI, I AM…AShRAF ABDUl AlEEM Age: 10School: Angsana Primary School

Title: george’s Marvellous Medicine Author: Roald DahlCall no.: Junior lending English DAh

This book is about an 8-year-old boy called George who has a horrible grandmother and how he tries to cure her of her grouchiness. George is my favourite character because he is very creative in making medicine and finding ways to feed it to his grandmother.

Title: Fantastic Mr. Fox Author: Roald DahlCall no.: Junior lending English DAh

I enjoyed reading:

If you enjoyed the above book, you may also like this…

HI, I AM…FAlEESYA nADYnE BTE ShAhRUDIn Age: 11School: Rulang Primary School

Title: Tales from a not-So-Friendly-Frenemy Author: Rachel Renee RussellCall no.: Junior lending English RUS

Wouldn’t you be frustrated if your enemy transferred to a new school, and you have to go there for a student exchange programme? And If you refuse, you will have to attend summer school instead! The story has a nice twist and nice illustrations so read to find out!

Title: Drama QueenAuthor: Rachel Renee RussellCall no.: Junior lending English RUS

I enjoyed reading:

If you enjoyed the above book, you may also like this…

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Junior Reading Ambassador Review

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Bishan Public LibraryThursdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 2nd Friday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs) (CH)

Toa Payoh Public LibrarySaturdays, 11.00 am – 11.30 am (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday12.00 pm – 12.30 pm (4-6 yrs) (CH)

Central Public LibrarySundays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st & 3rd Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd, 4th & 5th Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Cheng San Public LibraryFridays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Wednesday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 3rd & 4th Sunday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Serangoon Public LibraryWednesdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 1st & 2nd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

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Ang Mo Kio Public LibraryEvery 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wednesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 4th Wednesday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)

Woodlands Regional LibrarySaturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)*Every 2nd & 4th Sunday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Sembawang Public Library†Every 1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th Wednesday3.00 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)*Every 1st Friday4.30 pm – 5.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)

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Tampines Regional LibraryTuesdays, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Friday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)Every 2nd Sunday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)**Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Bedok Public LibraryEvery 1st Saturday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)Saturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Geylang East Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 3rd & 4th Saturday11.00 am – 11.30 am (4-6 yrs)Every 2nd Wednesday8.00 pm – 8.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)

Marine Parade Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 4th Friday7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)

Pasir Ris Public LibraryFridays, 7.00 pm – 7.30 pm (4-8 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday 11.30 am - 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Sengkang Public LibraryThursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 2nd Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

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Bukit Batok Public Library Tuesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Wednesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs) (CH)*Every 1st & 3rd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Bukit Panjang Public LibraryEvery 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Friday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Friday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)*Every 2nd & 3rd Sunday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Clementi Public Library Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 1st and 3rd Saturday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Jurong Regional Library Saturdays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4-6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-10 yrs) (M)*Every 1st & 2nd Friday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4-8 yrs)

Bukit Merah Public Library Thursdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Choa Chu Kang Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4-6 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4-8 yrs)

Jurong West Public LibrarySaturdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4-6 yrs)

Queenstown Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (7-10 yrs)Saturdays, 10.30 am – 11.00 am (4-6 yrs)

LEGEND:Ch - ChineseM – MalayT - Tamil* conducted by our Friends of the Library† includes 30 minutes of personalised book recommendations by librarians

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BIPlBishan Public Library5 Bishan Place, #01-01 Singapore 579841

CnPllibrary@chinatown133 New Bridge Road, #04-12 Chinatown PointSingapore 059413

CSPlCheng SanPublic Library90 HougangAvenue 10,Hougang Mall, #03-11Singapore 538766

CTPlCentral Public Library100 Victoria Street, #B1-01 Singapore 188064

EPPllibrary@esplanade8 Raffles Avenue, #03-01Singapore 039802

oCPllibrary@orchard277 Orchard Road #03-12 & #04-11 Orchard GatewaySingapore 238858

SRPlSerangoon Public Library23 Serangoon Central, #04-82/83 NEX (Level 4R)Singapore 556083

TPPlToa PayohPublic Library6 Toa Payoh CentralSingapore 319191

AMPlAng Mo KioPublic Library4300 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6 Singapore 569842

SBPlSembawangPublic Library30 Sembawang DriveSun Plaza #05-01Singapore 757713

WRlWoodlandsRegional Library900 South Woodlands DriveWoodlands Civic Centre, #01-03, Singapore 730900

YIPlYishun Public LibraryClosed for renovations. Reopens in 2018

BBPlBukit Batok Public Library1 Bukit Batok Central Link, West Mall #03-01Singapore 658713

BMPlBukit MerahPublic Library3779 Jalan Bukit MerahSingapore 159462

BPPlBukit PanjangPublic Library1 Jelebu Road,Bukit Panjang Plaza,#04-04 & #04-16/17Singapore 677743

CCKPlChoa Chu KangPublic Library21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4,#04-01/02 Lot One Shoppers’ MallSingapore 689812

CMPlClementi Public Library3155 CommonwealthAvenue West,#05-13/14/15The Clementi MallSingapore 129588

JRlJurong Regional Library21 Jurong East Central 1Singapore 609732

JWPlJurong WestPublic Library60 Jurong West Central 3Singapore 648346 QUPlQueenstownPublic Library53 Margaret DriveSingapore 149297

BEPlBedok Public Library11 Bedok North Street 1#03-04, Heartbeat@BedokSingapore 469662

gEPlGeylang East Public Library50 Geylang East Avenue 1Singapore 389777

MPPlMarine ParadePublic Library278 Marine Parade Road, #01-02,Marine Parade Community BuildingSingapore 449282

PRPlPasir Ris Public Library1 Pasir Ris Central Street 3,White Sands,#04-01/06Singapore 518457

SKPlSengkang Public Library1 Sengkang SquareCompass One#03-28 & #04-19Singapore 545078

TRlTampines Regional Library1 Tampines Walk#02-01 Our Tampines HubSingapore 528523

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O u r L o c a t i o n s

Join our librarians in this half-hour of fun facts and stories. get to know about awesome authors and brilliant books you can dive into. For children aged 7 to 10.

Ang Mo Kio Public LibraryEvery 1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bishan Public LibraryEvery 1st & 3rd Wednesday

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bukit Merah Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bukit Panjang Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Cheng San Public LibraryEvery 1st Wednesday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Choa Chu Kang Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Clementi Public LibraryMondays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Geylang East Public LibraryEvery 2nd Sunday

2.00 pm – 2.30 pm

Jurong Regional LibrarySundays

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Jurong West Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Marine Parade Public LibraryEvery 1st Friday

3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Serangoon Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Sengkang Public LibraryEvery 1st & 3rd Saturday

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Tampines Regional LibraryEvery 1st Sunday

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Toa Payoh Public LibraryThursdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Woodlands Regional LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Super StorytasticSuper StorytasticSuper StorytasticSuper Storytastic is full of fun.

Learn about anything under the sun. Dragons, Robots, Kittens and Whales;

Mysteries, Humour and Adventure Tales!

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