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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
I Spy: Wicked
All Day
11/10–11/23
Central Library Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Come celebrate the release of Wicked: For Good and the library's Wicked Party by finding all the photos in the Central Youth area. Once you've found them all, stop at the Youth desk to claim your prize!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Thank you Letter Station
All Day
11/17–11/22
East Side Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Take a moment to spread kindness!
Visit our Thank you Letter Station to write and decorate a thank-you note for someone special. It can be for family, friends, teachers, or anyone you appreciate.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Hibernating Animals Scavenger Hunt
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming
Event Details:
Visit the library and find all of the pictures hiding in the Children's Area.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Visit South Side Library for a fun Scavenger Hunt! Search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet, and turn it in to win a prize!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
18
2025
Tue
ASAP Tuesdays: Bust a Move!
3:30pm–4:30pm
East Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
No parking on the dancefloor—show us your moves and learn some new ones in this fun and active class! Snack provided for all participants. November 11, 18, 25 Supplies and snacks provided.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
18
2025
Tue
Tween & Teen Chef: Gourmet Pancakes
3:30pm–5:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Join our Tween and Teen Chef program to sharpen your kitchen skills and create delicious dishes. This session focuses on pancakes - transform a simple box mix into a gourmet treat with a variety of mix-ins and toppings!
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
18
2025
Tue
Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets!
4:00pm–5:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
When you're learning to read, practicing out loud can be daunting! Visit Central Library to practice reading with an ARL TheraPet. Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiety around learning to read.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
18
2025
Tue
Chess Club
4:00pm–5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming
Event Details:
Join the fun at Chess Club! Chess is one of the world's most popular games and is played by millions of people worldwide. This is a drop-in program where resources will be available to learn to play or come to test your skills with other players.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
18
2025
Tue
Creative Readers with children's author Victor D.O. Santos
4:00pm–4:45pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Have you ever noticed how the world is full of quirky people? Come join acclaimed children's author Victor D.O. Santos for a reading of his fun new book People Are Weird followed by a craft related to the book.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Nov
18
2025
Tue
Sensory Play Hour
4:00pm–5:00pm
South Side Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Come to South Side for an hour of sensory exploration!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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