1-2-3 Play with Me
Playing with your baby or child is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time to play with your child. A different community resource professional will be available each week to answer your parenting questions. |
Child Development, Learning Assistance |
Toddlers (ages 1-3), Babies (0-12 months) |
Anime
Sub versus dub. Join the debate, watch anime with your friends, and meet other fans. Learn about Japanese culture while snacking on candy sushi. Take home the latest manga books and anime DVDs. Believe it! |
Arts, Crafts, Games, Culture & Entertainment |
Teen (ages 12-18), Young Adult (ages 18-21) |
Babytime (Babies - 12 Months)
A story time just for you at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents/caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying [music, rhymes, or puppet plays]. Many of our story times include supplemental activities like [crafts, open playtime, play dough, parachute play and more.] |
Child Development |
Babies (0-12 months) |
Board Games
Play classic favorites like Battleship and Connect Four, or more recent bestsellers like Zombie Dice and Apples to Apples! Board games promote creativity and foster positive skills like sportsmanship and logical reasoning. The library is a great place to meet up with your friends and try out new games!
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Arts, Crafts, Games |
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Chess Club
It's your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. |
Arts, Crafts, Games |
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Children Reading to Dogs
Young readers build "pawsitive" self-esteem, self-confidence and improve their reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs. |
Learning Assistance, Child Development |
Gradeschoolers (age 5-12) |
Christmas Holiday Crafts
Baby it's cool outside, come to the library and mix up a cup of hot chocolate, while you make ornaments for the tree. Bring your imagination, use our supplies, and sign up early.
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Arts, Crafts, Games |
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Classical Music/Piano Concert
Discover classical music first hand as [Wayne McEvilly] brings classical music to life through masterful piano melodies. Learn about the history behind the music and take note of the rhythms awaiting on the shelves in our music section. |
Culture & Entertainment |
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Coffee Break
Visit us for a little "caffeination", conversation and education! At this come-and-go event you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends, and we'll be there to answer questions about library services and events. There will also be a selection of new materials for you to peruse and check out. |
Books & Literature, Culture & Entertainment |
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Genealogy
Looking for clues as to your ancestry? Come put our genealogical databases and print resources through their paces to learn about the places and faces of your family's past. Our resident Genealogical genius will give you the tools which you need to branch out your family tree for free. |
Learning Assistance |
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Halloween Crafts
Ghouls go a-gluing at the library. Imagine-ate and create your very own spooky Halloween mask for trick or treating or for just scaring your family and friends! All supplies provided, but call ahead to save your plot (er, spot). |
Arts, Crafts, Games |
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Journaling
What do art and writing have in common? Everything when you're combining them to create an awesome art journal! Art journaling is a creative way to express yourself using a variety of mediums. |
Arts, Crafts, Games, Books & Literature |
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LEGO Club
If you can imagine it, you can build it! Spark your creativity and satisfy your curiosity at LEGO Club. Join other kids and teens to engineer some fun. |
Arts, Crafts, Games, Science & Technology |
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Mother Goose on the Loose
Hey, Diddle Diddle -- Kids and families will love Mother Goose on the Loose®! It's a play-based early literacy program that uses books, puppets, flannel pieces, music and movement to bring language and literacy to life! Join us for this exciting, innovative program for young children. |
Child Development, Health & Wellness |
Toddlers (ages 1-3), Babies (0-12 months) |
Musictime
Discover the power of music at the library! Come with your child to sing, move, explore, and express to create beautiful music. Research proves that early integration of music into a child's daily routine improves a child's ability to think, reason, create, and express. While you're here, check out the library's collection of children's music to take home with you. |
Child Development |
PreSchoolers (ages 3-5), Toddlers (ages 1-3) |
Playtime
Sharing in playtimes is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, using small and large muscles, and remaining in control during play. |
Child Development |
Toddlers (ages 1-3), Babies (0-12 months) |
Printmaking
Start the presses! Learn about different printmaking techniques and create your own artistic print. Find out how to make different editions of your work and more!
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Arts, Crafts, Games |
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Reading Buddies
Develop super reading powers with a reading buddy. Teen volunteers are paired with kids to help them read at least 20 minutes a day, boost their skills, and get them excited about reading. Bring your own book or pick one out at the library and plan to read with a super teen volunteer. |
Books & Literature, Learning Assistance |
Children (ages 12 and under) |
Scholarship/College Prep
College IS within your reach. Join our scholarship expert as he shows you how to navigate the intricacies of scholarship applications. In addition, our expert librarians can show you how to access and utilize the free services of the Metropolitan Library System that will help you on the road to higher education. |
Learning Assistance |
Teen (ages 12-18), Young Adult (ages 18-21) |
Storytime
A story time just for you at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents/caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying [music, rhymes, or puppet plays]. Many of our story times include supplemental activities like [crafts, open playtime, play dough, parachute play and more.] |
Child Development |
PreSchoolers (ages 3-5) |
Tax Help
Need help preparing and filing your state and federal income tax returns? Volunteers from [AARP or VITA] will be providing free tax preparation and e-filing assistance on a first come, first served basis. Be sure to bring all relevant documents with you, e.g. all earning and dividend statements, copies of last year’s federal and state returns, and proof of your bank account numbers for direct deposit.
<em><strong>Note:</strong> Place [AARP or VITA] in the Presenter field.</em> |
Business & Finance |
Adult, Senior (ages 55+) |
Teen Reads Book Club
Read the book first or read it after, just be ready to talk books! This month we are reading... Reserve a copy or stop by the Information Desk to pick up a copy of the book. |
Books & Literature |
Teen (ages 12-18) |
Toddlertime
A story time just for you at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents/caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying [music, rhymes, or puppet plays]. Many of our story times include supplemental activities like [crafts, open playtime, play dough, parachute play and more.] |
Child Development |
Toddlers (ages 1-3) |
Word Art!
Make it pop! Discover word artists from the Pop Art Movement like Robert Indiana, Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol and ceate your own Pop Word designs on paper. |
Arts, Crafts, Games |
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Yu-Gi-Oh!
It's game time! Reinforce your reading, math, memorization, and critical thinking skills while you have fun! Bring your friends and your Yu-Gi-Oh! deck to trade, duel, or just talk Yu-Gi-Oh!
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Arts, Crafts, Games |
PreTeen (ages 9-12), Teen (ages 12-18) |
