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Upcoming Children’s Events at St. Joseph Public Library
Date: Tuesday, December 16
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Ages: Children
Description:
If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday! This program is best for Children ages 6 to 12.
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This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Date: Tuesday, December 16
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Movies
Ages: All Ages
Description:
Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is The Polar Express (2004) 1 hour 40 minutes, G.
Hard of hearing? We have t-coil looping technology installed in the theater for hearing aids. Thank you to the Sertoma Club of St. Joseph for providing this state-of-the-art technology in the theater!
Bring a drink and we’ll hand out the free, fresh popped popcorn! For questions, visit the East Hills Library or call 236-2136.
Thank you to the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library for underwriting support of this program.
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Date: Thursday, December 18
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Ages: Children
Description:
Join us for LEGO Club at the East Hills Library! Come meet with fellow LEGO enthusiasts each month for various LEGO challenges. Can you build it?
For grades K and up.
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Date: Thursday, December 18
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Ages: All Ages
Description:
Regular monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.
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We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Date: Friday, December 19
Time: 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Children
Description:
Let us help you wrap holiday gifts for your loved ones. Learn some fun and creative ways to wrap!
*Gifts are not provided. Please limit your items to wrap to 2-3.
Full Details »Disclaimer(s):
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Date: Saturday, December 20
Time: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Ages: Adults, All Ages
Description:
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Land of Oz to solve the puzzles and escape the room. Gather your brains, heart, and courage to see if you can escape in 30 minutes or less!
We will have multiple days/times to choose from for the library's Land of Oz Escape Room. Registration will open on Monday, December 8th at 9 a.m. Have one member of your group join the queue here and a library staff member will call to assign a time slot. This event is best for ages 6 and up and best for groups of 4-6 people.
Saturday, 12/20, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, 12/21, 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Monday, 12/22, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
This event is free to attend, but a donation box will be available if you desire to donate to the Friends of the Library.
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Date: Monday, December 22
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Children
Description:
Come to the library and make a charming Christmas candy jar. Use it as a fun centerpiece, a thoughtful present, or just a place to stash your favorite treat! The possibilities are endless!
Full Details »Disclaimer(s):
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.