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2 NLB reserves the right to cancel or postpone any programmes without prior notice. All information is correct at the time of the latest updates, scan the QR code or visit s NoteArtsChildren s SpecialsTampines Regional Library 22nd Anniversary!Read and Bond Book BugsRecommended ReadingJiggle, Read and RhymeStorytimesSuper StorytasticOur LocationsTabLE Of COnTenTSScan thisto visitGO Library0102071314151821222425 Season s Greetings!Make the best of the long holiday and let your imagination run wild in our libraries this December! We have a host of programmes designed to challenge and inspire your creativity, taking you to exciting places you d think exist only between of the pages of a book!

3 Scratch that travel itch with J Specials: Around the World in 80 Minutes! on page 10 and find out how kids like yourself live in different parts of the world. No passport required. Booky Kingdom is under attack! Can Princess Read bring back the treasure box to save the kingdom? Details to be found in Rescue Booky Kingdom on page all about castles in Crazy about Castles! (page 11) and get the answers to questions like what s the difference between medieval castles from Europe and Asia? and what is life like within castle walls? Finally, listen to stories about Wizards & Witches and get to make your own magic hat and wand in page 14!

4 Starting December, we will be featuring more book reviews by our Junior Reading Ambassadors (JRAs). Find out what s hot on our library shelves, recommended to you by kids your age! Check them out on pages yourself a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!EditorMarissa HengIllustration and DesignGraphic Masters & Advertising Pte Ltd01 More exciting art programmes can also be found on our Go Library website under Arts or received via our mailing list. To subscribe, please email with the subject Add me to EDM . To cancel a registration or request to be placed on the waiting list for a fully registered programme, please email with [programme title library] as the subject.

5 [ARTSEEN] PlAyTIME: ExPloRINg DRAWINg WITh oIl PASTElS4 December, am pm Tampines Regional library, Changi RoomPick up the interesting oil pastel technique of etching to create animal art with a variety of colours, shapes and textures. For children aged 6 to NOdESThE ART of C-o-h-E-S-I-o-N 3 December, pm pm Bishan Public library, Programme ZoneParents and children connect through emotions, actions and sharing unforgettable moments. Come for The Art of C-o-h-e-s-i-o-n to find out how you can build a loving relationship with your child through dance and movement. For parent-child pairs with children aged 7 to 12.

6 Each registration is for 1 parent-child & BEATS4 December, pm pm Bukit Merah Public library, Radin Mas hallDrums, cymbals, gongs find out how to create music from the din! Get a hands-on experience with unique percussion instruments from different ethnic groups and create your very own fusion music! For children aged 6 to 12. Instruments will be A fIlM CoNNoISSEuR! 2 December, pm pm library@chinatown, Programme ZoneDiscover how movies are shot and what makes a good scene. Pick up the language of cinema and learn how to analyse and evaluate a film through discussion. Films are rated ARTS02hIlARIouS hISToRIES11 December, pm pm Bukit Batok Public library, Activity RoomRevisit history like you ve never seen!

7 The past leaps off the pages and onto the stage in this light-hearted, entertaining performance the whole family can enjoy. For ages 7 to 'S ThEATRE foR ChIlDREN7, 8, 9, 10 & 11 December, pm pm yishun Public library, Activity Room14, 15, 16, 17 & 18 December, pm pm Marine Parade Public library, Programme ZoneLearn the art of reading aloud with the right speed, rhythm and tone for a fluent and dramatic performance! Express the twists and turns of a play with professional trainers from Shine and Grow Performing Arts Lab who seek to help you develop your hidden talents. For children aged 7 to of SINgAPoRE PERfoRMANCE10 December, pm pm Clementi Public library, Programme ZoneCelebrate Singapore's unique heritage with puppets!

8 Treat yourself to a colourful extravaganza from different ethnic communities ranging from rod and string puppets to Japanese Bunraku-inspired puppets! Presented by Mascot and Puppets Specialists, which has delighted audiences since 2004. PuPPETS CoME AlIvE ThRough READERS ThEATRE Co-CREATIoN13, 14 & 15 December, pm pm Bukit Merah Public library, Radin Mas hallWho s your favourite puppet? Bert, Ernie, Lamb Chop or Elmo? Make your very own hand puppet and tell an amazing story. Use your voice, facial expressions and hand actions for all the special effects in your fantastic tale! For children aged 7 to 12. Registration is for all 3 programme is for free admission however registration is required.

9 Please register at library eKiosks or [SPACES] SKy: IMAgINE, READ & Do CRAfT WoRKShoP3 December, pm pm Marine Parade Public library, Programme ZoneLet s set off on a journey to learn about the various spaces in the world! In the 2nd part of the SPACES series, we'll be exploring the Sky and everything in the blue beyond. Get treated to a storytelling special of Circus in The Sky by Nancy Guettier followed by a craft children aged 5 to 9. lET'S DRAMA15 December, pm pm geylang East Public library, Merpati hallLearn how to use role-play to tell a selected story dramatically, act out the scenes and present the plot creatively.

10 Feel free to express your feelings, ideas and thoughts, while listening and sharing with one another. For children aged 8 to fuN WITh ClAy ART1 December, pm pm Bukit Merah Public library, Swordfish RoomMaster clay art techniques as you roll, coil, and twist your way to creating relief clay art and 3D forms! Construct a teapot and cupcake inspired by the theme of tea parties in this workshop!For children aged 7 to ARTSExPloRINg PAINTINg (ARTISTS SERIES)2 December, pm pm Bedok Public library, Programme Zone Get in the know about what goes into an artwork. Discover various techniques and concepts behind the creations of famous artists such as wax resist and contrasting colours.