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Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for a fun and relaxed chess club experience! Come to test your mettle, discuss strategy, or learn the basics! All ages and experience levels are welcome.
Crocheted Holiday Tree Ornaments Use basic crochet to make colorful tree ornaments for the holidays. For novice crocheters and up. We will have several patterns to choose from to take home, and lots of instruction and help. We recommend G (4mm) or H (5mm) crochet hooks and 2 to 4 contrasting colors of #4 yarn. Some supplies are available in class. This class is open to ages 12 and up. Beginners thru advanced welcome. Crochet & knit with us every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month!
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
Join us to learn about planting a garden with unique recycled containers! This fun program is part of the Junior Master Gardener curriculum which aims to engage children through garden and ecology-themed children's books and helps inspire learning through garden activities, creative expression and exploration. For ages 6 and up. Younger children are welcome as long as they have their caregiver to assist them with activities. Presented by University of Idaho Extension's Canyon County Jr. Master Gardener volunteers. Presented by University of Idaho Extension's Canyon County Jr. Master Gardener volunteers.
Learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons while building skills in team work, storytelling, and creative problem solving. Ages 9-12 Offered on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Both sessions are identical, please only sign up for one. Space is limited. Register required below.
Come read or tell a story to one of the Go Team therapy dogs. All ages are welcome!
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Learn about the Native experience from government boarding schools to the Navajo Code Talkers of World War II, as a young Navajo girl works to sustain her culture in the face of a changing world. After leaving home on the Navajo reservation to pursue an education, Alice becomes a Navy nurse while her cousin enlists in the Marines as a Code Talker during World War II, both striving to find a balance between their Navajo and Western traditions. Q & A session will follow the performance. Living Voices, an educational theatre company, combines dynamic performance and archival film to bring life to history! Living Voices offers a personal look at how individuals and communities survived and thrived finding strength, music, and moments of hope along the way. Developed in partnership with Chinle (AZ) Unified School District and Navajo Nation community advisors.
Come enjoy an evening of hijinks, fighting monsters, and minimal math. Newcomers welcome. Character sheets and dice provided. Please bring sense of adventure. Ages 13 to 15 Space is limited. Register required below.
Head to the Teen Loft and grab a pair of our wireless movie headphones for a silent watch-party experience! Limited number of headphones means this event is first come first served and limited to teens aged 13-18 only. Featured film: How to Train Your Dragon Rated: PG
Homeschool Skate - 10am-noon 3rd Wednesday of every month Check website for pricing
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Baby Storytime to explore early literacy concepts! Geared for children ages 0 months - 18 months and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Live interactive game of surviving the Hunger Games, where each player chooses their district and skill via drawing from the bowls. Afterwards each district walks to their numbered district mat and the games begin. Going in order, each player spins the dice to see which place mat they land on and depending on what the card says will decide their fate. There are also sponsor cards that may save them for a round or two. The game will come down to two players in the final round.
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
Join Safe Behavior, Strange Behavior author Karen Brook for a discussion on the importance of equipping tweens and teens to identify and build healthy relationships. This talk will provide context-specific guidance that is crucial for both young people and caregivers alike in knowing the red flags of unhealthy, abusive, or exploitative relationship dynamics. Participants will learn how to support loved ones with age-appropriate guidance, using language and examples that make complex topics easy to understand. Questions and answer time will follow the discussion and an opportunity to obtain her guide for youth, Safe Behavior, Strange Behavior. Parents/caregivers welcome to attend too. For ages 8 to 17.
Let's play! Drop in to explore Kindergarten readiness skills through hands-on learning stations. Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Come create and build with Legos! We will also have an area for the younger builders to explore with Duplos. For ages 2-16
Crochet & knit with us every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month! This class is open to ages 12 and up. Participants should bring #4 worsted yarn, knitting needles (size 8 or 9 and/or crochet hooks size G or H). Beginners thru advanced welcome. Instruction provided!
Come join us in the Japanese art of Origami! At the start of the program there will be a beginner introduction to Origami basics. Origami paper and diagrams will be available to fold whatever you like! Ages 10 and up
Let's play! Drop in to explore early literacy skills through hands-on learning stations. Geared for children ages 0-2 and their caregivers.
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Baby Storytime to explore early literacy concepts! Geared for children ages 0 months - 18 months and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us for our monthly Art Endeavor program where youth (ages 8-16) are inspired to make their own art creation! Children, youth and their caregivers are welcome to attend.
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
The American Boffer program is a fun, structured activity where kids stay active and engaged the whole time. Through safe foam sword games, they build coordination, confidence, and teamwork skills in a supervised environment. A central pillar of the program is the Oath of Fairplay, which teaches honesty, accountability, and respect for others during both play and competition. It s a great way for kids to burn off energy, make friends, and come home feeling accomplished.
Join us in the storytime area for stories, songs, crafts and lots of fun with Councilwoman Skaug! Q & A to follow! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Crochet & knit with us every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month! This class is open to ages 12 and up. Participants should bring #4 worsted yarn, knitting needles (size 8 or 9 and/or crochet hooks size G or H). Beginners thru advanced welcome. Instruction provided!
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Baby Storytime to explore early literacy concepts! Geared for children ages 0 months - 18 months and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
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Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
This month come in and learn about what some animals do during the winter and make your very own ornament out of nature! This fun program is part of the Junior Master Gardener curriculum which aims to engage children through garden and ecology-themed children's books and helps inspire learning through garden activities, creative expression and exploration. For ages 6 and up. Younger children are welcome as long as they have their caregiver to assist them with activities. Presented by University of Idaho Extension's Canyon County Jr. Master Gardener volunteers. Presented by University of Idaho Extension's Canyon County Jr. Master Gardener volunteers.
Learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons while building skills in team work, storytelling, and creative problem solving. Ages 9-12 Offered on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Both sessions are identical, please only sign up for one. Space is limited. Register required below.
Join us for our 12th Annual Christmas at the Library! Experience a magical day filled with musical performances, refreshments, crafts, and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus! A huge thank you to our sponsors: Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) and the Friends of the Nampa Public Library! PERFORMANCES BY: 10:15 AM: IACS Fire Choir 11:00 AM: Encore Carolers 12:00 PM: Tuba Christmas 1:30 PM: ELRO, Electric Rock Orchestra from Idaho Arts Charter School 2:30 PM: The Joyful Five Handbell Choir 3:30 PM: Silver Belles Handbell Choir OTHER ACTIVITIES: 12:00-2:00 PM: Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus Enjoy simple crafts Refreshments available while supplies last Watch NPL Staff's audio drama "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens on our YouTube Channel We can t wait to celebrate the holiday season with you!
Come read or tell a story to one of the Go Team therapy dogs. All ages are welcome!
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for a fun and relaxed chess club experience! Come to test your mettle, discuss strategy, or learn the basics! All ages and experience levels are welcome.
Come enjoy an evening of hijinks, fighting monsters, and minimal math. Newcomers welcome. Character sheets and dice provided. Please bring sense of adventure. Ages 13 to 15 Space is limited. Register required below.
Homeschool Skate - 10am-noon 3rd Wednesday of every month Check website for pricing
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Baby Storytime to explore early literacy concepts! Geared for children ages 0 months - 18 months and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Step into the enchanting world of Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker" and join Clara on her magical journey. Conquer the Mouse King, soar with the snowflakes, and dance alongside the Sugar Plum Fairy in this timeless fairy tale.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
Come celebrate the season by utilizing your creative touch. Each participant will receive one cookie to decorate, while supplies last. For ages 8-17
Let's play! Drop in to explore Kindergarten readiness skills through hands-on learning stations. Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Come join us in the Japanese art of Origami! At the start of the program there will be a beginner introduction to Origami basics. Origami paper and diagrams will be available to fold whatever you like! Ages 10 and up
Let's play! Drop in to explore early literacy skills through hands-on learning stations. Geared for children ages 0-2 and their caregivers.
Let's play! Drop in to explore Kindergarten readiness skills through hands-on learning stations. Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Come create and build with Legos! We will also have an area for the younger builders to explore with Duplos. For ages 2-16
Let's play! Drop in to explore early literacy skills through hands-on learning stations. Geared for children ages 0-2 and their caregivers.
The American Boffer program is a fun, structured activity where kids stay active and engaged the whole time. Through safe foam sword games, they build coordination, confidence, and teamwork skills in a supervised environment. A central pillar of the program is the Oath of Fairplay, which teaches honesty, accountability, and respect for others during both play and competition. It s a great way for kids to burn off energy, make friends, and come home feeling accomplished.
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Baby Storytime to explore early literacy concepts! Geared for children ages 0 months - 18 months and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us for our monthly Art Endeavor program where youth (ages 8-16) are inspired to make their own art creation! Children, youth and their caregivers are welcome to attend.
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
This fun program is part of the Junior Master Gardener curriculum which aims to engage children through garden and ecology-themed children's books and helps inspire learning through garden activities, creative expression and exploration. For ages 6 and up. Younger children are welcome as long as they have their caregiver to assist them with activities. Presented by University of Idaho Extension's Canyon County Jr. Master Gardener volunteers. Presented by University of Idaho Extension's Canyon County Jr. Master Gardener volunteers.
Learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons while building skills in team work, storytelling, and creative problem solving. Ages 9-12 Offered on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Both sessions are identical, please only sign up for one. Space is limited. Register required below.
This fun, hands-on woodworking class introduces kids to basic tools and techniques, guiding them to safely create simple projects while sparking creativity and confidence. We are excited to have parents/caregivers participate with their child aged 8-12. Parents are highly encouraged to stay and assist to provide guidance and safety support to ensure their child has a positive and enriching experience. Note: Program takes place after hours and participants will be entering and exiting from the Multipurpose Room. This program is sponsored by Beyond the Books , a nonprofit dedicated to supporting/providing affordable extracurricular, educational, and social opportunities to homeschool families and students in the broader community. For ages 8 to 17. Please register below
Come read or tell a story to one of the Go Team therapy dogs. All ages are welcome!
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for a fun and relaxed chess club experience! Come to test your mettle, discuss strategy, or learn the basics! All ages and experience levels are welcome.
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Baby Storytime to explore early literacy concepts! Geared for children ages 0 months - 18 months and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
Each month we will explore a new topic or make a creation or dive into games. Stop by with your friends to see what fun and exciting activity we have planned. For ages 8-17
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Come enjoy an evening of hijinks, fighting monsters, and minimal math. Newcomers welcome. Character sheets and dice provided. Please bring sense of adventure. Ages 13 to 15 Space is limited. Register required below.
Homeschool Skate - 10am-noon 3rd Wednesday of every month Check website for pricing
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Baby Storytime to explore early literacy concepts! Geared for children ages 0 months - 18 months and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
Learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons while building skills in team work, storytelling, and creative problem solving. Ages 9-12 Offered on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Both sessions are identical, please only sign up for one. Space is limited. Register required below.
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Come create and build with Legos! We will also have an area for the younger builders to explore with Duplos. For ages 2-16
Crochet & knit with us every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month! This class is open to ages 12 and up. Participants should bring #4 worsted yarn, knitting needles (size 8 or 9 and/or crochet hooks size G or H). Beginners thru advanced welcome. Instruction provided!
Come join us in the Japanese art of Origami! At the start of the program there will be a beginner introduction to Origami basics. Origami paper and diagrams will be available to fold whatever you like! Ages 10 and up
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Baby Storytime to explore early literacy concepts! Geared for children ages 0 months - 18 months and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us in the children's area for Baby Storytime to explore early literacy concepts! Geared for children ages 0 months - 18 months and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Join us for live music at the library with Boise Phil! Enjoy Boise Phil woodwind, brass and string ensembles. Free for all ages 5:30-6:00pm Musical Activities in Tween area 6-7:30 pm Concert in the Lobby Learn more about Boise Phil at Boisephil.org
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Not everyone wants to stand on the X on stage, but everyone has something to contribute to the show! Join us at the Collaborative Theater Club and share your talents in acting, singing, crafting, choreography, dancing, tech design, writing, set design, and whimsy! Let s explore our creativity together and see what we can build as a team. Meet weekly on Fridays (excluding holidays) For ages 9-16 Presented by: Top Hat Studios LLC Register below
Join us in the children's area for Preschool Storytime to explore Kindergarten readiness skills! Geared for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes.
Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for a fun and relaxed chess club experience! Come to test your mettle, discuss strategy, or learn the basics! All ages and experience levels are welcome.
Join us in the children's area for Toddler Storytime to explore STEM and early literacy skills! Geared for children ages 18 months - 3 years and their caregivers; featuring stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
Nampa is Idaho's third city, in the farm country west of Boise, and the home of the Snake River Stampede rodeo each July. Lake Lowell's Deer Flat wildlife refuge, the Warhawk Air Museum and the Ford Idaho Center are the family fixtures. Nampa Public Library moved into a new downtown building in 2015.
Holiday events for kids in Nampa, 2026: tree lightings, light displays, Santa visits and gingerbread workshops, day by day.
8 children’s events are on in Nampa in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Nampa Public Library (9 branches, 115 upcoming programmes), plus Rollerdrome Skating Rink. Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
26 places to collect. Tap “I'm here” when you're at one and the stamp goes in your book; collect 5 and print the certificate.
Stamps live on your phone. Open your passport to see them all, print the certificate, or save them to your email.
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 Nampa’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.
More in Idaho: Boise, Coeur d'Alene, Meridian.