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Children and adults will enjoy books, music, and rhymes. Early learning activities will be modeled for adults so that learning can continue at home and help your child to build their skills and be ready to succeed at whatever is next. 30 minutes. For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session. ***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Books and music pair up for a fun time in this program. Children will sing, play, and explore rhythm instruments. Basic music vocabulary will be introduced in addition to early literacy learning. 45 minutes. For ages 3-6 years. Registration is required and limited. * ** This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.
Paws 2 Read encourages children of all reading levels to read to the easiest and most willing audience a dog. Each attendee will read to a registered therapy dog for about 15 minutes by appointment. Reading sessions will be held outside as weather permits. 1 hour. 15-minute appointments. For ages 6-11 years. Registration is required and limited. Click here to register. Registration opens Monday, August 31 at 10:00 AM for Fall 2026 Paws 2 Read dates.
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Join us for an exciting program designed to prepare your toddler for their journey into preschool. Each week will include structured circle times where we explore weather, learn our days of the week, and delve into many stories. In addition to these activities, we will incorporate fun movements to help your child develop motor skills and keep them engaged. 1 hour. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. * ** This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Get creative and express yourself with personalized zines! Zines (short for magazines) are miniature publications about your passions and interests. Zines can be artistic, political, silly, or serious. Use words and art to share with the world what matters most to you. No previous experience or drawing ability necessary. A light snack will be provided. 1 hour. For ages 12-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Adventure? Check. Monsters? Check. An unlikely group of swashbuckling adventurers? That s where you come in. Join us on Tuesdays to battle some of the worst monstrosities that the fantasy world has to offer. We need you. No...the world needs you. 1 hour. For ages 10-12 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for September 22-October 20 dates.***
Join us for an evening of reading, conversation, and snacks! Bring the book you are currently reading and share your thoughts or just read with friends. In a reading rut? Come learn what others are reading and see if anything sparks your interest. Snacks provided. 1 hour. For ages 13-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Children and adults will enjoy books, music, and rhymes. Early learning activities will be modeled for adults so that learning can continue at home and help your child to build their skills and be ready to succeed at whatever is next. 30 minutes. For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session. ***
Come and create a fun journal with us. You can use all types of materials, such as stickers, photos, fabric, art, old book pages, and more to reflect your amazingly unique personality. Embrace your creative side! 1 hour. For ages 12-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Zumbini is now at the MOM Library with two chances to participate! Featuring new music and a new storybook, Kalino Finds the Music is sure to get you and your little one(s) aged 0-4 years moving and grooving! Our 8-week series will take you on an imaginary ride to the farm, beach, or jungles of Africa and have you jumping like a kangaroo. We will be singing and dancing about your day-to-day activities and exploring colors, shapes, feelings, and musical instruments! The classes incorporate Spanish and basic baby sign language. You will love the moves and music, but best of all, this series gives you more chances to bond with your little one(s)! 45 minutes. For ages 0-4 years. Registration is required and limited. ***NOTE: This is an 8-week program from September 24-November 12.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session. ***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30 to 40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30 to 40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30 to 40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Join us at the East Shore Area Library to discuss your favorite anime and manga with other fans! We ll also explore Japanese culture through crafts, food, and more. 1.5 hours. For ages 13-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for the September 24-October 22 dates.***
Follow the clues to determine which Youth Services storyteller stole the shaky eggs. Dust for fingerprints, analyze footprints, and solve coded clues to figure out the culprit! 1 hour. For ages 6-12 years. Registration is required and limited.
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed in school and beyond. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Children and adults will enjoy books, music, and rhymes. Early learning activities will be modeled for adults so that learning can continue at home and help your child to build their skills to be ready to succeed at whatever is next. 30 minutes. For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Children and adults will enjoy books, music, and rhymes. Early learning activities will be modeled for adults so that learning can continue at home and help your child to build their skills and be ready to succeed at whatever is next. 30 minutes. For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session. ***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Books and music pair up for a fun time in this program. Children will sing, play, and explore rhythm instruments. Basic music vocabulary will be introduced in addition to early literacy learning. 45 minutes. For ages 3-6 years. Registration is required and limited. * ** This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.
Good art? Who needs it! Calling all teens who love art, crafting, or hanging out and getting creative. Come explore multiple mediums, learn from your peers or professionals, and get out of your creative comfort zone in a chill environment. The joy of Bad Art Club is in the name you don t need to make Good Art to have a Good Time! 1.5 hours. For ages 13-18 years. Registration is required, limited, and separate for each date.
Paws 2 Read encourages children of all reading levels to read to the easiest and most willing audience a dog. Each attendee will read to a registered therapy dog for about 15 minutes by appointment. Reading sessions will be held outside as weather permits. 1.5 hours. 15-minute appointments. For ages 6-11 years. Registration is required and limited. Click here to register. Registration opens Monday, August 31 at 10:00 AM for Fall 2026 Paws 2 Read dates.
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Join us for an exciting program designed to prepare your toddler for their journey into preschool. Each week will include structured circle times where we explore weather, learn our days of the week, and delve into many stories. In addition to these activities, we will incorporate fun movements to help your child develop motor skills and keep them engaged. 1 hour. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. * ** This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Get creative and express yourself with personalized zines! Zines (short for magazines) are miniature publications about your passions and interests. Zines can be artistic, political, silly, or serious. Use words and art to share with the world what matters most to you. No previous experience or drawing ability necessary. A light snack will be provided. 1 hour. For ages 12-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Do you love seeing bats flying at night? Come to The Library and find out why bats are so important for our ecosystem. You will make a bat cave to take home and play a game to learn how bats use their strong sense of smell. Use your bat wings to fly over and join us! 1 hour. For ages 6-12 years. Registration is required and limited.
Adventure? Check. Monsters? Check. An unlikely group of swashbuckling adventurers? That s where you come in. Join us on Tuesdays to battle some of the worst monstrosities that the fantasy world has to offer. We need you. No...the world needs you. 1 hour. For ages 10-12 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for September 22-October 20 dates.***
Join us for an evening of reading, conversation, and snacks! Bring the book you are currently reading and share your thoughts or just read with friends. In a reading rut? Come learn what others are reading and see if anything sparks your interest. Snacks provided. 1 hour. For ages 13-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Children and adults will enjoy books, music, and rhymes. Early learning activities will be modeled for adults so that learning can continue at home and help your child to build their skills and be ready to succeed at whatever is next. 30 minutes. For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session. ***
Come and create a fun journal with us. You can use all types of materials, such as stickers, photos, fabric, art, old book pages, and more to reflect your amazingly unique personality. Embrace your creative side! 1 hour. For ages 12-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Once Upon a Rainbow is now at The Library! Join us for stories and crafts that celebrate LGBTQ+ families and diversity of all kinds. Snacks provided! 45 minutes. For families with children 10 years and under. Registration is required, limited, and separate each month.
Paws 2 Read encourages children of all reading levels to read to the easiest and most willing audience a dog. Each attendee will read to a registered therapy dog for about 15 minutes by appointment. Reading sessions will be held outside as weather permits. 1 hour. 15-minute appointments. For ages 6-11 years. Registration is required and limited. Click here to register. Registration opens Monday, August 31 at 10:00 AM for Fall 2026 Paws 2 Read dates.
Zumbini is now at the MOM Library with two chances to participate! Featuring new music and a new storybook, Kalino Finds the Music is sure to get you and your little one(s) aged 0-4 years moving and grooving! Our 8-week series will take you on an imaginary ride to the farm, beach, or jungles of Africa and have you jumping like a kangaroo. We will be singing and dancing about your day-to-day activities and exploring colors, shapes, feelings, and musical instruments! The classes incorporate Spanish and basic baby sign language. You will love the moves and music, but best of all, this series gives you more chances to bond with your little one(s)! 45 minutes. For ages 0-4 years. Registration is required and limited. ***NOTE: This is an 8-week program from September 24-November 12.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session. ***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30 to 40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30 to 40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30 to 40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Join us at the East Shore Area Library to discuss your favorite anime and manga with other fans! We ll also explore Japanese culture through crafts, food, and more. 1.5 hours. For ages 13-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for the September 24-October 22 dates.***
Do you love seeing bats flying at night? Come to The Library and find out why bats are so important for our ecosystem. You will make a bat cave to take home and play a game to learn how bats use their strong sense of smell. Use your bat wings to fly over and join us! 1 hour. For ages 6-12 years. Registration is required and limited.
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed in school and beyond. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Children and adults will enjoy books, music, and rhymes. Early learning activities will be modeled for adults so that learning can continue at home and help your child to build their skills to be ready to succeed at whatever is next. 30 minutes. For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Dungeons and Dragons is now in person at the MOM Library! Join us every other Saturday for unusual NPCs, dangerous encounters, thrilling combat, and endless exploration. Never played D&D before? That's okay! Our Library s Guild is perfect for newcomers and veterans alike. Each week, you'll work as a team to choose a quest, complete the job, uncover more about the world, and most importantly, score new loot. What are you waiting for? It's time to roll! 2 hours. For ages 13-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates.***
Find adventure on the big screen at East Shore Cinema enjoy a free movie showing, with snacks and popcorn included! From classic movies to horror flicks, romantic revues, and seasonal fun, there s always something new (or old!) to see. Sunday, September 20 at 2:00 pm: Dead Poets Society (1989, rated PG, 2hr 9m, for ages 13+ years) Saturday, October 10 at 3:00 pm: Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009, rated PG, 1h 27m, for ages 7+ years) Wednesday, November 11 at 2:00 pm: Planes, Trains & Automobiles (1987, rated R, 1h 33m, for ages 18+ years) Sunday, December 13 at 2:00 pm: Miracle on 34th Street (1947, rated G, 1h 36m, for ages 5+ years) 1.5 hours. For ages 7+ years. Registration is required and separate for each movie.
Children and adults will enjoy books, music, and rhymes. Early learning activities will be modeled for adults so that learning can continue at home and help your child to build their skills and be ready to succeed at whatever is next. 30 minutes. For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session. ***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Books and music pair up for a fun time in this program. Children will sing, play, and explore rhythm instruments. Basic music vocabulary will be introduced in addition to early literacy learning. 45 minutes. For ages 3-6 years. Registration is required and limited. * ** This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.
Paws 2 Read encourages children of all reading levels to read to the easiest and most willing audience a dog. Each attendee will read to a registered therapy dog for about 15 minutes by appointment. Reading sessions will be held outside as weather permits. 1 hour. 15-minute appointments. For ages 6-11 years. Registration is required and limited. Click here to register. Registration opens Monday, August 31 at 10:00 AM for Fall 2026 Paws 2 Read dates.
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Join us for an exciting program designed to prepare your toddler for their journey into preschool. Each week will include structured circle times where we explore weather, learn our days of the week, and delve into many stories. In addition to these activities, we will incorporate fun movements to help your child develop motor skills and keep them engaged. 1 hour. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. * ** This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Get creative and express yourself with personalized zines! Zines (short for magazines) are miniature publications about your passions and interests. Zines can be artistic, political, silly, or serious. Use words and art to share with the world what matters most to you. No previous experience or drawing ability necessary. A light snack will be provided. 1 hour. For ages 12-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Adventure? Check. Monsters? Check. An unlikely group of swashbuckling adventurers? That s where you come in. Join us on Tuesdays to battle some of the worst monstrosities that the fantasy world has to offer. We need you. No...the world needs you. 1 hour. For ages 10-12 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for September 22-October 20 dates.***
Join us for an evening of reading, conversation, and snacks! Bring the book you are currently reading and share your thoughts or just read with friends. In a reading rut? Come learn what others are reading and see if anything sparks your interest. Snacks provided. 1 hour. For ages 13-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Looking for an engaging program for children ages 3 and up? Join us once a month for Stories at Sunset! Families will enjoy a cozy evening of storytelling, poetry, songs, and a themed craft activity. Each craft is designed for children to enjoy, but adults are welcome to join in the fun too. Come create, sing, and share stories with us. We can t wait to see you there! 45 minutes. Best for children 3 years and older. Registration is required, limited, and separate each month.
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Baby, you are Born to Read! Experience songs and stories together to help your baby learn sounds, language, and a love of books. This program is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to connect with their babies and each other. 20-30 minutes. For ages Birth-18 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Children and adults will enjoy books, music, and rhymes. Early learning activities will be modeled for adults so that learning can continue at home and help your child to build their skills and be ready to succeed at whatever is next. 30 minutes. For families with children of all ages. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session. ***
Join us as we welcome The State Museum to The Library! The State Museum is all about Pennsylvania. Explore topics related to Pennsylvania history, natural history, art, and science. Museum educators will provide instruction, hands-on opportunities, and activities. Each month, you can explore a different aspect of Pennsylvania, from learning about our state tree to celebrating William Penn's birthday (with cake!). September: Daily Life in Revolutionary Pennsylvania October: Party Like It's 1644! Happy Birthday, William Penn November: The Eastern Wild Turkey December: Pennsylvania's Tree: The Eastern Hemlock 45 minutes. For families with children ages 10 years and under. Registration is required, limited and separate for each date.
Come and create a fun journal with us. You can use all types of materials, such as stickers, photos, fabric, art, old book pages, and more to reflect your amazingly unique personality. Embrace your creative side! 1 hour. For ages 12-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Follow the clues to determine which Youth Services storyteller stole the shaky eggs. Dust for fingerprints, analyze footprints, and solve coded clues to figure out the culprit! 1 hour. For ages 6-12 years. Registration is required and limited.
Zumbini is now at the MOM Library with two chances to participate! Featuring new music and a new storybook, Kalino Finds the Music is sure to get you and your little one(s) aged 0-4 years moving and grooving! Our 8-week series will take you on an imaginary ride to the farm, beach, or jungles of Africa and have you jumping like a kangaroo. We will be singing and dancing about your day-to-day activities and exploring colors, shapes, feelings, and musical instruments! The classes incorporate Spanish and basic baby sign language. You will love the moves and music, but best of all, this series gives you more chances to bond with your little one(s)! 45 minutes. For ages 0-4 years. Registration is required and limited. ***NOTE: This is an 8-week program from September 24-November 12.***
Give your toddler a foundation for early learning and reading skills. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and stories will help toddlers develop a love of reading. Adults will learn tips and tricks to continue the learning at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 19-35 months. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session. ***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30 to 40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30 to 40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30 to 40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
Join us at the East Shore Area Library to discuss your favorite anime and manga with other fans! We ll also explore Japanese culture through crafts, food, and more. 1.5 hours. For ages 13-18 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for the September 24-October 22 dates.***
Join us at The Library for a very grand storytime! We invite you to bring your grandparents or a special grown-up to share in an hour of captivating stories, joyful songs, and a fun-filled craft activity. This is a wonderful opportunity to bond with your loved ones, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Mark your calendars and come join us for a grand storytime! 1 hour. For families of all ages. Registration is required and limited.
Do you love seeing bats flying at night? Come to The Library and find out why bats are so important for our ecosystem. You will make a bat cave to take home and play a game to learn how bats use their strong sense of smell. Use your bat wings to fly over and join us! 1 hour. For ages 6-12 years. Registration is required and limited.
Songs, rhymes, and stories help your child develop a love of reading and build early learning skills that will help your child succeed in school and beyond. Adults learn tips and tricks to continue teaching at home. 30-40 minutes. For ages 3-5 years. Registration is required and limited. ***This is a recurring program. Register once to be signed up for all dates in the session.***
36 children’s events are on in Harrisburg in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Dauphin County Library System (16 branches, 326 upcoming programmes). Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
The same calendars serve Halifax, Hershey, Hummelstown and Middletown, so searching any of those names finds the same events.
Yes and no. Every event, time, address and link is open to anyone. An account only lets you save outings you plan to go to.
Each library and venue calendar is re-read every night, so a cancelled storytime disappears within a day. Times are shown in Harrisburg’s own time zone.
Babies and toddlers, preschoolers, early grades, tweens and teens. Pick an age range above to narrow the list; leave them all off to see everything.