Events

New Book Club for Adults Are you all grownup but still love reading young adult books? Join other adult fans of YA literature at the Amazing YA Book Club on Tuesday, August 7 at 7:00 p.m. at the Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland Street. We will kick off this book club with a discussion of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Which characters were your favorites, what did you like and dislike about the series, and how does the movie compare to the book? May the odds be ever in your favor! For more information, contact Stacey Irish-Keffer, Public Services Librarian at (940)349-8718 or at stacey.irish-keffer@cityofdenton.com.

A variety of yoga styles are offered, depending on the students' needs: restorative Yoga, Yoga for Strength and Stability (Asana Fundamentals), Chair Yoga, Gentle Flow, and Meditation.  Taught by E-RYRT Yoga Teachers Susan Reeves and Pamela Ryan. Where: Denton Regional Medical Center (Education Bldg.), 3535 South Interstate 35. Tuesdays at 5:30pm., ongoing.  Class schedule will be expanding soon.  Classes are free to those with beast cancer/survivors of breast cancer.  $10 donation to Foundation 56 for friends and caregivers.  This is a new program, funded by Dallas Cowboy Bradie James' Foundation 56.  Its purpose is to address the neeeds of women in any stage of cancer diagnoisis/recovery through the healing practice of yoga in a supportive and nurturing environment.  Conatact:  Judy Jeanes, (940) 384-3990,  judy.jeanes@hcahealthcare.com to reserve a spot.  

Babysitter’s Workshop Do you like children and want to babysit for your parents and others? Become a certified babysitter by attending this course presented by the Denton Fire Department, Tuesday, August 7, from 2 – 5 pm at North Branch Library. Learn great babysitting strategies, emergency procedures, and life-saving knowledge guaranteed to benefit you and others! This workshop if for teens ages 12 to 18. Registration is required and space is limited, so call (940) 349-8752 to register. For more information, contact Juli Gonzalez, Public Services Librarian at (940) 349-8741 or at juli.gonzalez@cityofdenton.com

Paranormal Photography Is it possible to photograph a ghost? Can the human mind alone create a photograph? Will we soon be able to photograph a memory? Join us at the Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland Street on Sunday, August 5 at 2 pm as members of the Texas Parapsychology Society explore the history, equipment and techniques of photographing the unexplained. For more information, contact Laura Douglas, Public Services Librarian, at (940) 349-8749 or at Laura.Douglas@cityofdenton.com.

Basic Chinese language class, a ten-week program, will be offered at North Branch Library with Mr. J. C. Li on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 beginning on June 6th and ending August 15th. Adult participants will have an opportunity to learn the pronunciation of basic Chinese words and phrases. A basic history of China will also be presented. There is no charge for this program but registration is recommended. For more information or to register, please call (940) 349-8752. Where: North Branch Library 3020 North Locust Street When: June 6 – August 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, contact Carmen Grant at (940) 349-8778 or at carmen.grant@cityofdenton.com.

A variety of yoga styles are offered, depending on the students' needs: restorative Yoga, Yoga for Strength and Stability (Asana Fundamentals), Chair Yoga, Gentle Flow, and Meditation.  Taught by E-RYRT Yoga Teachers Susan Reeves and Pamela Ryan. Where: Denton Regional Medical Center (Education Bldg.), 3535 South Interstate 35. Tuesdays at 5:30pm., ongoing.  Class schedule will be expanding soon.  Classes are free to those with beast cancer/survivors of breast cancer.  $10 donation to Foundation 56 for friends and caregivers.  This is a new program, funded by Dallas Cowboy Bradie James' Foundation 56.  Its purpose is to address the neeeds of women in any stage of cancer diagnoisis/recovery through the healing practice of yoga in a supportive and nurturing environment.  Conatact:  Judy Jeanes, (940) 384-3990,  judy.jeanes@hcahealthcare.com to reserve a spot.  

Musical Theatre Camp: June 25-July 29, 2012 Time: Noon to 5pm (Weekdays) Ages: 11-18 Tuition: $450 To Register: call the theatre school at 940-383-1356 or Denton Community Theatre business office at 940-382-7014. The camp will be producing Alice in Wonderland.    

Basic Chinese language class, a ten-week program, will be offered at North Branch Library with Mr. J. C. Li on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 beginning on June 6th and ending August 15th. Adult participants will have an opportunity to learn the pronunciation of basic Chinese words and phrases. A basic history of China will also be presented. There is no charge for this program but registration is recommended. For more information or to register, please call (940) 349-8752. Where: North Branch Library 3020 North Locust Street When: June 6 – August 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, contact Carmen Grant at (940) 349-8778 or at carmen.grant@cityofdenton.com.

Come join the fun and activities regarding the book series Elephant and Piggie.  FREE. Ages 3-8.  www.dentonlibrary.com or 940-349-8752

Would you like to learn how to edit your home movies.  Using a free program you create your own home movies. Register by calling 940-349-8752.  www.dentonlibrary.com

Musical Theatre Camp: June 25-July 29, 2012 Time: Noon to 5pm (Weekdays) Ages: 11-18 Tuition: $450 To Register: call the theatre school at 940-383-1356 or Denton Community Theatre business office at 940-382-7014. The camp will be producing Alice in Wonderland.    

A variety of yoga styles are offered, depending on the students' needs: restorative Yoga, Yoga for Strength and Stability (Asana Fundamentals), Chair Yoga, Gentle Flow, and Meditation.  Taught by E-RYRT Yoga Teachers Susan Reeves and Pamela Ryan. Where: Denton Regional Medical Center (Education Bldg.), 3535 South Interstate 35. Tuesdays at 5:30pm., ongoing.  Class schedule will be expanding soon.  Classes are free to those with beast cancer/survivors of breast cancer.  $10 donation to Foundation 56 for friends and caregivers.  This is a new program, funded by Dallas Cowboy Bradie James' Foundation 56.  Its purpose is to address the neeeds of women in any stage of cancer diagnoisis/recovery through the healing practice of yoga in a supportive and nurturing environment.  Conatact:  Judy Jeanes, (940) 384-3990,  judy.jeanes@hcahealthcare.com to reserve a spot.  

Musical Theatre Camp: June 25-July 29, 2012 Time: Noon to 5pm (Weekdays) Ages: 11-18 Tuition: $450 To Register: call the theatre school at 940-383-1356 or Denton Community Theatre business office at 940-382-7014. The camp will be producing Alice in Wonderland.    

Musical Theatre Camp: June 25-July 29, 2012 Time: Noon to 5pm (Weekdays) Ages: 11-18 Tuition: $450 To Register: call the theatre school at 940-383-1356 or Denton Community Theatre business office at 940-382-7014. The camp will be producing Alice in Wonderland.    

Saturday Mother Goose Time Can’t make it to Mother Goose Time during the week? Join us for a special Saturday Mother Goose Time at 10 a.m. on July 21 at the North Branch Library, 3020 N. Locust St. Mother Goose Time promotes early literacy through books, songs, rhymes and infant-caregiver bonding. There will be bouncing, bells and plenty of time afterwards for parents and babies to socialize and play. This program is for infants ages birth-18 months and their caregivers. For more information, contact Dana Tucker, Public Services Librarian at (940) 349.8715 or at dana.tucker@cityofdenton.com.

A writers conference for everyone from the novice to the professional in all genres, fiction and non-fiction.  Learn about all aspects of writing form, representation, publication, and marketing.  Special programs, side-trips, and entertainment provided. www.Lexi-ConWritersConference.com

Georgia Caraway, Executive Director and Kim Cupit, Curator of the Denton County Museums will present images and stories of Denton, then and now, using their new book. www.dentoncouonty.com/chos or 940-349-2850.

Musical Theatre Camp: June 25-July 29, 2012 Time: Noon to 5pm (Weekdays) Ages: 11-18 Tuition: $450 To Register: call the theatre school at 940-383-1356 or Denton Community Theatre business office at 940-382-7014. The camp will be producing Alice in Wonderland.    

July 6 - “The Little Star That Could" is a story about Little Star, an average yellow star insearch for planets of his own to protect and warm. Along the way, he meets other stars,learns what makes each star special, and discovers that stars combine to form starclusters and galaxies. Eventually, Little Star finds his planets. Each planet is introducedto your audiences with basic information about our Solar System. July 13 - In the “Seasons Reasons Show” Marvin Short, Jake Jupiter, andLaura Twist tell us about weather, the water cycle, clouds, seasons, constellations,and the moon. Voices for the characters are narrated by voice talent from the TV cartoonseries "Dragonball Z". July 20 - Solar System Tours is a guided tour of the solar system in which students enjoyclose-up views of all the planets on the Sky Theater's dome. Students experience wondersfrom the Sun to the edge of the solar system, including reclassification of Pluto. July 27 - Dinosaur Passage to Pangaea is a stop-motion, 3D animatedadventure explaining one of the greatest geological events in the history of the Earth:the separation of the supercontinent Pangaea. When two children embark on a geologyfield trip back in time, they are thrown into a fantastic voyage where they witnessincredible geological wonders and learn the mysterious process that created ourpresent-day continents. The Sky Theater is located in the Environmental Building on the UNT campus1704 W. Mulberry, free parking in Lot 7 on the south side of the building.For more information about the Sky Theater call(940) 369-8213 or visit our website: http://skytheater.unt.eduCash or Checks Only

Drum Corps International (DCI), is the leader in producing competitive events for the world's most elite ensembles for student musicians.  DCI North Dallas is one in a series of more than 100 national events that make up the annual Drum Corps International Tour.  Performing ensembles are comprised of up to 150 brass musicians, percussionists, and dance performers ages 14-22.  Performances feature spellbinding visual formations and stunning choreography set to classical, jazz, pop, and rock music.  Ticket prices start at $25.00 with discounted group rates available.  www.dci.org/denton/ or 317-275-1212