Name: I Spy: Healthy Choices
Start: 2023-12-03
End: 2023-12-16
Location: Central Library

Upcoming Storytimes

***This page is updated each Monday with storytimes for the next two weeks**

Toddler Storytime
Monday, December 4 | 10 AM | Ages 1-3 | East Side Library

Preschool Storytime
Monday, December 4 | 10:15 AM | Ages 3-5 | Franklin Avenue Library

Family Storytime
Monday, December 4 | 6:30 PM | Kids and Families | South Side Library

Baby Rhyme Time
Tuesday, December 5 | 10 AM | 0-18 Months | East Side Library

Baby Rhyme Time
Tuesday, December 5 | 10:15 AM | 0-18 Months | Franklin Avenue Library

Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time
Tuesday, December 5 | 10:30 AM | Ages 0-2 | North Side Library

Stuffy Sleepover Storytime
Tuesday, December 5 | 4 PM | All Ages | Central Library

Creative Readers: From Book to Art
Tuesday, December 5 | 4 PM | Ages 3-8 | Franklin Avenue Library

Baby Rhyme Time
Wednesday, December 6 | 9:30 AM | 0-18 Months | Central Library

Family Storytime
Wednesday, December 6 | 10:00 AM | Ages 1-6 | Forest Avenue Library

Toddler Stories, Songs, and Movement
Wednesday, December 6 | 10:15 AM | Ages 1-3 | Franklin Avenue Library

Preschool Storytime
Thursday, December 7 | 10 AM | Ages 3-5 | South Side Library

Wiggles and Giggles
Thursday, December 7 | 10:15 AM | Ages 0-5 | Central Library

Preschool Storytime
Thursday, December 7 | 10:30 AM | Ages 3-5 | North Side Library

Toddler Storytime
Monday, December 11 | 10 AM | Ages 1-3 | East Side Library

Preschool Storytime
Monday, December 11 | 10:15 AM | Ages 3-5 | Franklin Avenue Library

Family Storytime
Monday, December 11 | 6:30 PM | Kids and Families | South Side Library

Baby Rhyme Time
Tuesday, December 12 | 10 AM | 0-18 Months | East Side Library

Baby Rhyme Time
Tuesday, December 12 | 10:15 AM | 0-18 Months | Franklin Avenue Library

Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time
Tuesday, December 12 | 10:30 AM | Ages 0-2 | North Side Library

Creative Readers: From Book to Art
Tuesday, December 12 | 4 PM | Ages 3-8 | Franklin Avenue Library

Baby Rhyme Time
Wednesday, December 13 | 9:30 AM | 0-18 Months | Central Library

Family Storytime
Wednesday, December 13 | 10:00 AM | Ages 1-6 | Forest Avenue Library

Toddler Stories, Songs, and Movement
Wednesday, December 13 | 10:15 AM | Ages 1-3 | Franklin Avenue Library

Wiggles and Giggles
Thursday, December 14 | 10:15 AM | Ages 0-5 | Central Library

Preschool Storytime
Thursday, December 14 | 10:30 AM | Ages 3-5 | North Side Library

Online Storytimes

Tumblebooks
Interactive Storytimes (requires library card to access)

Storyline Online
Members of the Screen Actors Guild read their favorite picture books!
(This site is slow on some computers.)
http://www.storylineonline.net/

StoryPlace
Animated short stories for preschool and elementary age kids! Activities
and booklists related to the stories are also offered.
http://www.storyplace.org/storyplace.asp

Upcoming Kids Events

I Spy: Healthy Choices

All Day 12/3 - 12/16

Library Branch: Central Library

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Play & Learn

Event Details:

As we wrap up 2023, we want to think about ways we can be healthy in the new year. Stop by the children's area for a scavenger hunt highlighting healthy habits to give you some ideas for your New Year's resolutions! And don't forget to visit the C...

Disclaimer(s)

Central Parking

Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

Children’s Program

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.

Who Hibernates? Scavenger Hunt

All Day 12/4 - 12/16

Library Branch: South Side Library

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Gaming

Event Details:

Kids! Visit South and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the sheet and win a prize. For youth ages 3 and up. ...

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Children’s Program

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.

Islamic World Scavenger Hunt

All Day 12/5 - 12/9

Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Gaming

Event Details:

Learn about the fascinating history and culture of the Islamic World! From it's origins on the Arabian peninsula to it's global reach across the modern world, you can learn about Islamic culture by finding pictures and winning a prize! Best for ages ...

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.

Folktales from El Salvador with hot chocolate | Leyendas y mitos desde El Salvador con chocolate caliente

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Forest Avenue Meeting Room

Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library

Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room

Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

Come to the library to hear myths and folktales from El Salvador while enjoying a cup of hot cocoa. Ven a la biblioteca y escucha a leyendas y mitos desde El Salvador. Disfruta una taza de chocolate caliente. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.

Food Allergies

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

Ice Age Party

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Forest Avenue Meeting Room

Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library

Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Movies

Event Details:

Enjoy a showing of the movie ice age with hot chocolate and popcorn as well as a wintery watercolor and salt painting project! Best for ages 6+ ...

Nintendo Switch Party!

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Franklin Avenue Meeting Room

Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library

Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room

Age Group: Children, Teens

Program Type: Gaming

Event Details:

Join us for a Nintendo Switch Party! We will have games like Mario Kart 8 & Super Mario Bros. Ultimate. Feel free to bring your own Switch or share the library’s controllers. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.

Family Health & Safety Fair

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3

Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens

Program Type: Author Visits, Educational, Health & Wellness, Storytimes

Event Details:

Is your kiddo nervous about going to the doctor or dentist? Would you like some ideas about healthy foods for your family? Would you like information about ways to keep your family safe? Join us at Central for a health fair! Dr. Stephanie Stitt...

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Central Parking

Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

Make-Your-Own Slime!

4:00pm - 5:30pm

South Side Meeting Room

Library Branch: South Side Library

Room: South Side Meeting Room

Age Group: Children, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Make your very own slime any way you like! We'll provide the slime, and you can choose what to mix with it, from glitter to scents to colors and more! Ages 6-18. While supplies last. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.