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Movie Themed

“KPop Demon Hunters” Programming Ideas

“KPop Demon Hunters” Programming Ideas      The most popular film for children in 2025 was the surprise anime musical “KPop Demon Hunters,” which aired on the Netflix streaming service. The animated film celebrates Korean pop [continue reading]

Published on Jan 21, 2026
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Movie Themed, Multicultural Programs/Equity   , Programming Ideas

Movie-Themed: “Encanto”

“Encanto” Movie Programming Ideas      One does not need to be a child to enjoy the Disney film “Encanto,” due to its involving plot, humor, and wonderful music. Many libraries are holding “Encanto” film showings, [continue reading]

Published on Jul 25, 2022
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Movie Themed, Programming Ideas, Updates

DIY: “How to Train Your Dragon”

DO IT YOURSELF PROGRAMMING:   “How to Train Your Dragon” The film “How to Train Your Dragon” is an award-winning animated feature film that inspired two sequels. It is based on a tween novel of [continue reading]

Published on Apr 21, 2022
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: DIY: Do It Yourself, Movie Themed, Programming Ideas, Updates

DO IT YOURSELF PROGRAMMING “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” Movie Showing and Activities

     The film adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” spinoff “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” is available on DVD, and many libraries are planning screenings and events. The film was a big financial [continue reading]

Published on Jun 9, 2017
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Movie Themed, Programming Ideas
Tags: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Programming Ideas: Disney’s “Frozen”

Do-It-Yourself Program Ideas – “Frozen” Film, Crafts, and Games Winter is a great time for a program based around the film “Frozen,” but the film is so popular you would attract a huge audience even [continue reading]

Published on Jan 16, 2015
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Movie Themed, Programming Ideas
Tags: "Frozen"

Programming Ideas: “Paddington Bear”

Paddington Bear Do-It-Yourself Programming Ideas There are several movies coming out this winter that are based on popular children’s books. You can capitalize on the publicity these films will get with a library program celebrating [continue reading]

Published on Dec 16, 2014
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Book Themed, Movie Themed, Programming Ideas
Tags: Do-It-Yourself Programs, Paddington Bear

Do-It-Yourself Program Ideas: “Narnia” Theme

Recently, “Vivian the Librarian,” author of the “As I See It” blog (vivianthelibrarian.blogspot.com/) posted some ideas for a “Narnia” themed library program on the PUBYAC Listserv.  I have taken her ideas and added a few [continue reading]

Published on Aug 19, 2013
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Book Themed, Movie Themed, Programming Ideas
Tags: Narina Program

Do-It-Yourself Star Wars Program Ideas

Do-It-Yourself Program Ideas: Star Wars Party Holding a “Star Wars” program at your library can be a great way to draw in Tween boys, as well as the whole family!  Start with a display of [continue reading]

Published on Aug 2, 2013
Posted by: pennypeck
Categories: Movie Themed, Programming Ideas
Tags: Star Wars Program
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