The Hillcrest Shopping Center is undergoing construction, and our
sign has been temporarily removed. Never fear, the Library! at
Hillcrest is OPEN. A quick walk through the tunnel will bring
you right to our doors!
Worlds Connect - Mexico!
Thursday, July 15, 7 p.m.
An Evening of Vibrant Mexican
Culture
Worlds Connect at the Library! at Hillcrest. Join us on Thursday, July
15, for an exciting tour of Mexican culture. We’ll start with a slide
show from the Mexican Consulate, watch the Hispanic Folkloric Dancers of
Idaho perform, and enjoy traditional mariachi songs. A panel of Mexican
immigrants will share their stories and answer questions from the
audience. Samples of authentic Mexican foods will be shared.
Tips and Tricks for Teens Looking to
Buy Their First Car
This summer, hundreds of Boise teens will receive driver’s licenses and
begin shopping for their first car. Before they buy, teens and their
parents are invited to stop by the Library! at Hillcrest for insider
information from local experts on buying your first car. The program
will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 17, 2010.
We will host a panel discussion on questions to ask when buying a new
or used car, tips on general car maintenance, and a presentation of
library resources that may be useful for first-time car buyers. The
program will conclude with a question and answer session.
Happy Birthday Harry Potter!
Saturday, July 31, 1:00 p.m.
A Celebration Fit for a Wizard!
Harry Potter’s birthday is July 31, and we’re celebrating at the
Library! at Hillcrest. Kids, teens, and parents are invited to join the
fun on Saturday, July 31, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Stop by the Library! to pick up your invitation, which will identify
which of the Hogwarts houses you will join. Bring your invitation with
you on July 31, and you’ll be ready to join your team for broomstick
races, Harry Potter trivia games, and more. Uniforms are welcome, but
not required. We’ll make potions and wands, and create Golden Snitches.
We’ll sample delicious treats, including Butter Beer, Jelly Worms, and
other treats from Honeydukes.
The fun begins at 1:00 p.m. and continues till 3:00 at the Library!
at Hillcrest. Activities will spill from the breezeway into the Lemhi
Room. Parents are encouraged to assist with craft activities.
Book Club for Adults
Wednesday, July 28 at 7:00 p.m.
Join the Discussion!
Come join fellow book lovers each month as we enjoy a good cup of tea,
spirited literary debates, and light refreshments.
Join the Conversation!
New Americans, English language learners, and volunteers are invited to
join a moderated conversation hour every Saturday called English Corner.
More
English Corner meets every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. in the Camas Room and
lasts approximately one-hour. No registration needed.
