Week of Events
CANCELLED – Messy Play @ Louise Childs
CANCELLED – Messy Play @ Louise Childs
Building closed today for parking lot paving, but please join us later this week for tiny tots and storytimes. Children from birth to age 5 are invited for an hour of sensory play! Children and caregivers will have a chance to explore different sensory play activities. Please dress for mess! (Adults too!) Registration begins October…
How to Research the History of Your House @ Louise Childs
How to Research the History of Your House @ Louise Childs
Have you ever wondered how old your house is? Who lived in it before you? How much has changed since it was originally built? Then this is the perfect program for you. Join Local History Librarian, Tara Schaberg, to learn about library resources and community records that can help you piece together the story of…
Read to a Dog @ Louise Childs
Read to a Dog @ Louise Childs
Children ages 5-10 are invited to read aloud to certified therapy dogs. Each child gets a full, 10-minutes of one-to-one reading time. The dogs are wonderful listeners and never criticize. The children gain self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. Each child signs up for a specific time slot – 4:00, 4:15,…
Dragon Pumpkins @ Louise Childs
Dragon Pumpkins @ Louise Childs
Come to the Louise Childs Library on Tuesday October 24th at 6:30pm to decorate a pumpkin for Halloween! This is no ordinary pumpkin, so beware! It flies, has horns, and breathes fire! Kids will have a blast decorating their pumpkin as a colorful dragon. All supplies will be provided. Paint may be used so please…
Tiny Tots @ Louise Childs
Tiny Tots @ Louise Childs
For little ones ages 0-3 and any caregivers and family members. Toys will be out for tots to play with while adults get a chance to chat! Wednesdays through December, check the calendar for exact dates. No registration required.
Fall Toddler Storytime @ Louise Childs
Fall Toddler Storytime @ Louise Childs
Weekly Toddler Storytime runs through October 26. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities. Separate registration required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children 18 months-3 years old. Registration begins 2 weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Fall/Halloween
Fall Preschool Storytime @ Louise Childs
Fall Preschool Storytime @ Louise Childs
Weekly preschool storytime runs through October 26. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Registration begins two weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Apples Join us in the weeks to come for: Bats, Cats, Dragons, Earth, Fall/Halloween
Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Bilingue @ Louise Childs
Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Bilingue @ Louise Childs
Join Miss Gezi and Miss Derenda at the Louise Childs library for a bilingual storytime! Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in English and Spanish! The program will take place on the following Thursdays from 12:00-12:45pm. The program will be geared for 3-5 year olds although younger siblings are welcome to attend! ¡Únase a Miss Gezi…
Sensory-Friendly Storytime @ Louise Childs
Sensory-Friendly Storytime @ Louise Childs
The program has been designed for children of all ages and their families with sensory sensitivities. Enjoy 20 minutes of stories, music, rhymes, and movement followed by 10 minutes of play. You are encouraged to bring your own comfort items or just enjoy the sensory toys available to use by us. Space is limited; registration…
College Funding Workshop @ Louise Childs
College Funding Workshop @ Louise Childs
Tonight’s workshop is designed to help families with children of any age figure out how to pay for college without jeopardizing retirement. Learn how to develop a comprehensive college plan with proven strategies and financial alternatives to meet your family’s unique goals and cost requirements. Presented by Jodi Bloom MBA, Cornerstone College Solutions Founder and…