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Family Storytime

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, we will be celebrating birthdays! We will make paper cupcakes, which helps with problem solving, critical thinking, and process art.    

This event is in the "Family" group.

Adopt a Pet Rock

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Family
Coolspring Branch
Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted a pet, but didn't know if it was for you? Well, try it out with your very own pet rock! They are quiet, don't eat much, and don't make messes!

This event is in the "Family" group.

Make It! Leather Trinket Tray

10:00am - 11:00am
Family
Union Mills Branch
Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Make your own trinket tray for holding jewelry, candy, small crafting supplies, or other little items! We’ll use leather and learn how to make this customizable project that also makes a great gift.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, we will be learning all about the letter A! We will be making an “A is for Alligator” craft, which helps tune fine motor skills, process art, and language development. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Cookies & Canvas

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Family
Kingsford Heights Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Escape the cold and enjoy an evening of cookies and crafting! We will be painting a scenic desert golden hour on canvas. All materials provided. No previous art experience necessary. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Winnie the Pooh Day Celebration

10:30am - 12:00pm
Family
Coolspring Branch
Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Happy National Winnie the Pooh Day! Join us as we celebrate and pay homage to this classic children's character by reading two Winnie the Pooh stories and create Winnie the Pooh crafts. "Pooh's Heffalump Movie" will also be playing. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, we will be learning all about clouds! We will be making cloud paintings, which help with fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week is all about stuffed animals! We will be making our own stuffed animal sleepover bags, which will help with concentration, creativity, and fine motor skills. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week is all about snowmen! We will be making our own paper snowmen, which will help with fine motor and scissor skills.  

This event is in the "Family" group.

Design a Valentine

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Family
Coolspring Branch
Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, but have you ever wondered how this holiday began?

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Game Night

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Family
Hanna Branch
Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Games and Play
Event Details:

Meet your neighbors for a night of family fun at the Library! Board games provide family bonding, brain food, and less screen-time! Get your game on with a variety of board games to choose from, along with light refreshments to enjoy. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, we are celebrating Valentine’s Day! To celebrate, we will be making our own valentines! This craft assists with creativity and fine motor skills.  

This event is in the "Family" group.

Conversation Hearts Valentine Fun Day

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Family
Rolling Prairie Branch
Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Event Details:

Celebrate Valentine's Day with games and arts & crafts! Play a variety of games using the ever-popular conversation candy hearts.

This event is in the "0-5" group.
This event is in the "6-11" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Won't You Be My ValenSLIME?!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
0-5, 6-11, Teen, Family
Hanna Branch
Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11, Teen, Family
Program Description: STEAM
Event Details:

Create your own Valen-slime with this gooey concoction! Stay warm indoors while we make sparkly, squishy Valentine's slime! It's great for sensory play or to give as a Valentine's treat. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Cooking with Kids

10:00am - 11:00am
Family
Coolspring Branch
Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Health and Wellness, Presentation
Event Details:

We will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together! Today we will be making edible fossil parfaits! Cooking experience is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

President's Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Family
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, our theme is Things that Go! We will be doing a paint craft that will enhance fine motor skills, basic movements, and STEM skills.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Game Night

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Family
Coolspring Branch
Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Games and Play
Event Details:

Bring your family and friends for a night of gaming! We will have a variety of board games to choose from as well as our Nintendo Switch up and running for family fun! 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Cooking with Kids

10:00am - 11:00am
Family
Coolspring Branch
Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Health and Wellness, Presentation
Event Details:

We will learn basic cooking skills, promote healthy eating habits, and enjoy some yummy food together!

Today we will be making Fruit Salsa! Cooking experience is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Staff In-Service Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online

Memorial Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online

Independence Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online

Labor Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online

Thanksgiving Day Eve

5:00pm - 8:00pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online