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Upcoming Children’s Events at St. Joseph Public Library
Date: Tuesday, October 29
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Games/Gaming
Ages: All Ages
Description:
Join us as we try out our new yard games in the park. Yard games are available for checkout for use on library grounds only.
The games were purchased with funds from the Urban Homestead grant.
***Weather permitting***
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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.
Date: Tuesday, October 29
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 Young Frankenstein (1974) 108 Minutes, PG.
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: Wednesday, October 30
Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Bring your wiggly toddlers to a storytime designed just for them!
Children, ages 18 months-3 years, and their caring adults, can participate in early literacy enhancing activities including books, songs, movement activities, finger plays and flannel stories.
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Date: Wednesday, October 30
Time: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: All Ages
Description:
Featuring fun crafts that maybe wacky for the time of year. Available every Wednesday. While supplies last.
Not recommended for children under 3.
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Date: Wednesday, October 30
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Walk, crawl or run for storytime at the Carnegie Library during our fall storytime session. Each session will end with a craft.
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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.
Date: Thursday, October 31
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Come to the Downtown Library and for a fun filled session of reading and crafts with Lisa and Robyn! Make new friends and learn some new skills. We can't wait to see you there!
Program is best for children 0-5.
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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: Friday, November 1
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Play is learning! Join us on Friday mornings for a special playtime just for babies (0-18 months) and their caregivers.* Make connections and share experiences with other caregivers in a laid-back atmosphere, while your babies play.
*Older siblings welcome to attend, but toys and activities will be appropriate for 0-18 months. No additional toys will be available in the space.
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Date: Friday, November 1
Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Children
Description:
Join us anytime between 3pm and 6pm to make friendship bracelets to celebrate Red Fridays.
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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.
Date: Saturday, November 2
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Ages: Children, All Ages
Description:
The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment. This program utilizes therapy dogs as the listeners for children of all ages and reading levels. Drop in anytime during this 90 minute session.
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Date: Saturday, November 2
Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Location: Downtown Library
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Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events, Diversity
Ages: All Ages
Description:
Join us on this Día de Muertos as we announce the winners of the Skeleton Decorating Contest! We will have multiple category winners in each age group. Light refreshments will be served.
¡Acompáñanos en este Día de Muertos para el anuncio de los ganadores del Concurso de Decoración de Esqueletos! Tendremos varios ganadores en cada categoría de edad. Habrá aperitivos ligeros.
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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: Monday, November 4
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy, Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Please join us for fall Storytime! We will read exciting stories and finish our session with a themed craft.
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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.
Date: Monday, November 4
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Children
Description:
Do you like animals? Come to the Downtown Library to learn more about some crazy little critters! Make one of your very own to take home.
Program best for ages 4-12.
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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.
Date: Tuesday, November 5
Time: 10:00am - 10:45am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Get ready to sing, dance, read, and have so much fun with Ms. Misty for preschool Storytime at the East Hills Library!
Activities will be geared toward ages 3-6.
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Date: Tuesday, November 5
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Ages: Children
Description:
If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday!
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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.