West Milton area resident Felicia Barnes (pictured) wore her grandmother’s dress to story times recently at the Milton-Union Public Library to tell children her story of growing up in the Philippines. She explained that the gown was formal and for very special occasions. Using a map Barnes showed the young audience where the islands were located and how far away they are from the United States. She talked about the people, culture and customs of the Philippines. She also shared some words from the official native language Tagalog.
The summer reading fun is in full swing on Wednesdays and Thursdays at the library. Children can enjoy story times each Wednesday through July 20 at 10:30, for ages 3 to 5, and at 1:30 for ages 6 and up. Thursdays through July 14 feature craft times for the kids at 10:30 and 1:30.
The library is located at 560 S. Main Street, West Milton and is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please visit the library, call 698-5515 or go to www.mupubliclibrary.org.
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