Sponsored by Drury Lane Theatre.
Welcome 2024 with an afternoon bonfire! Enjoy fresh popcorn, hot drinks, music, lawn games and a stroll through the winter woods with a nature-themed scavenger hunt. Be sure to dress for the weather.
Help us kick off our One Book, One Community by enjoying sweet treats (while supplies last) and solving a Library mystery. You can also pick up your free copy of our One Book, One Community read Happiness Falls by Angie Kim, as well as our books for younger audiences, Give Me a Sign, Anybody Here Seen Frenchie? and Gustav is Missing!: A...
Help children build confidence in reading by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. This animal-assisted reading program is presented in partnership with PAWSitive Therapy Troupe. Grades K-5 No registration is required but limited to 12 child readers. Readers should pick up a ticket at the Children's Services Desk starting at 5 p.m. for...
Enjoy a bilingual storytime in both English and Gujarati. Rhymes, music, and more will be featured. Children of all ages and their caregiver(s).** Tickets available 30 min. before program begins at the Children's Reference Desk.
Are you ready to race? Help us build an exciting racetrack from recycled supplies complete with ramps, jumps, obstacles, and more. Bring the whole family to help us construct and test the track, and decorate a speedy racecar to use and keep! No registration necessary. Sessions from 10:30am - 12:00pm or 1:30pm - 3:00pm.
Stop by and let your preschooler discover and create winter-themed art projects. Dress to get messy! This drop-in program is for ages 3-5.
Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Recommended age: 3-7 years.
Join us for an all ages open board game night every 2nd Tuesday of the month after 7:00 pm. Play from our selection of games or bring your own. Teen+ games can be found in the Adult/YA department. Kids and family friendly games in Children’s.
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