COMING SOON: Summer Reading Challenge

The 2024 Summer Reading Challenge starts Monday, June 3! Find more information on the program HERE, and learn all about our special Summer Reading Kickoff Party on June 2 HERE!

Fun with Folktales Take-and-Make Bags!

All Day
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Library Branch: South Side Library
Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make
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Pick up a folktales-themed take-and-make bag at South Side Library! Each bag contains a folktale, an activity, and suggestions for great books to read after you finish. Every month we'll have a brand new bag with a brand new folktale to enjoy!

Origami Cat Craft

All Day
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Library Branch: South Side Library
Room: South Side Children’s Area
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Drop in at South Side Library to learn how to make your very own origami cat!

Best for ages 5 and up. While supplies last. 

Kid's Art Cart

10:00am - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: North Side Library
Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Drop-in to North Side and express your creativity! We will have a wide variety of art supplies out for you to enjoy.

STEAM Cart Challenge: Rosie Robotics

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: East Side Library
Room: East Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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Join us for a STEAM Cart Challenge!

We will use our STEAM Cart components to create a Rosie Robot that wiggles and moves! We will use our Rosie Robots to complete a different challenges around the library. 

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.

Birdfeeder Craft

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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Join us at the Central Library in celebrating the return of spring with a birdfeeder craft.

Note: Birdfeeders will be made using sunflower butter.

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.

Food Allergies

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

Furry Tales

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: North Side Library
Room: North Side Children’s Area
Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Visit North Side and read to a furry friend from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa's Therapets program!

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

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

Family Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm
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Library Branch: South Side Library
Room: South Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
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Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories and crafts. You can even wear your jammies!  All Ages Welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

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