 2014
Summer Reading Program
We are so excited that it's summer!
The
library offers over 150 programs for all ages throughout the
summer. Please see
the July calendar,
July newsletter,
and 2014
Summer Reading Program calendar for details. Plan ahead
with the August
calendar. Stop by the
library to pick up reading logs and punch cards, then get to
reading! You can win a free book, gift certificates, and
other prizes.
OverDrive Digital Library
Training - Thursday, July 31st at 10am
Download audiobooks and eBooks with
OverDrive
anytime, anywhere - for free! At the end of the lending
period your media checkouts expire so there are no late fees
- ever! For an introduction to the OverDrive Digital Library
or help troubleshooting with your device, come to the
library on Thursday, July 31st at 10am.
 Magician
Black Bert – Thursday, July 31st at 2pm
Join us on July 31st for a magical
experience with Magician Black Bert! Black Bert will teach
us about the magic of reading and show some pretty neat
magic tricks, too!
Summer Reading Program Finale with Circus Chickendog -
Friday, August 1st at 2pm
On August 1st, Circus
Chickendog comes to the library! It is billed as the
“Family-Friendly Circus That is Making Austin Weirder.” We
will distribute reading program prizes and certificates and
the Lake Travis Lions Club will offer free eye exams. Join
us!
 Clown
Bonzo Crunch - Monday, August 4th at 10:30am
Clown , Ringling
Bros. Circus Ambassador of Laughter, will have some serious
fun at the library on Monday, August 4th. Don't you want to
learn what it takes to soar on the flying trapeze or what
goes into those dream pies that clown throw?
Summer Reading Discussion
Groups
Lake Travis High School
students can get a jump on summer reading by attending
discussion groups at the library! We will talk about the
books, discuss annotations, practice class discussions, and
get advice from former students. We offer the following
sessions:
-
Monday, August 4th at 2pm - 9th grade Pre-AP English I -
To Kill a Mockingbird
-
Tuesday, August 5th at 4pm - 10th grade AP World History
- Secret Voyage of Sir Francis Drake: 1577-1580
-
Thursday, August 7th at 2pm - 11th grade AP English III
- Into the Wild and Fahrenheit 451
-
Thursday, August 14th at 1pm - 10th grade Pre-AP English
II - The Sun Also Rises
-
Thursday, August 14th at 4pm - 9th grade Pre-AP English
I - To Kill a Mockingbird
Supplemental Movie
Discussions:
-
Wednesday, August 13th at 2pm - Fahrenheit 451
movie screening and discussion
-
Friday, August 15th at 1pm - To Kill a Mockingbird
movie screening and discussion
Calling All Artists
The Lake Travis
Community Library and Friends of the
Library sponsor an ongoing rotating art exhibit. Local artists interested in being a part
of this program should pick up a packet containing the
policy
and application form at the library. Packets are now
available and will be
eligible to be considered for display in the upcoming
months.
Follow the Library!
You can now
follow the Lake Travis Community Library on Facebook,
Pinterest, and Twitter. Connecting with these sites gives
you access to the latest information about the library and
our events. You can also enjoy special perks like book
giveaways or read our book reviews. To connect with us,
visit our sites:
Facebook:
facebook.com/laketravislibrary
Pinterest:
pinterest.com/laketravislib
Twitter:
twitter.com/LakeTravisLib
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Notice of Election /Aviso de Elección
An election will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 for
the purpose of electing three Trustees to the Board of
Trustees of the Lake Travis Community Library District.
Please see the
ORDER OF ELECTION for more information.
Una elección se
celebrará el Martes, 04 de
noviembre 2014 con el fin
de elegir a los
tres Síndicos
a la Junta de
Síndicos del Lago
Travis Biblioteca
Comunitaria del Distrito.
Por favor vea la
ORDEN DE ELECCIÓN
para más información.
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