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Upcoming Children’s Events at St. Joseph Public Library
Date: Wednesday, November 29
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, November 29
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Walk, crawl or run for preschool 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, November 30
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Children
Description:
Why not make a silly craft that you can eat? Creating with your child is a great way to bond with while teaching independence and enjoying quality time together. Come to the parent child craft class to design some zany food fun!
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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: Saturday, December 2
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Program Type: Community Events
Ages: All Ages
Description:
Do you want to get a photograph of the family, but you are running out of time and money? Never fear, the library is here! We are hosting local photographer, Emma Spiking, to snap a quick family photo for free. Wear your holiday best! After the mini session, you will receive an email with a digital copy of the picture for your personal use. First come, first serve, no reservations needed, we will go in order of the line. Available at all four locations on the following dates and times:
Washington Park Library on Saturday, December 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
East Hills Library on Saturday, December 9, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Carnegie Library on Saturday, December 9 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Downtown Library on Sunday, December 10 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m
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Date: Saturday, December 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: Tuesday, December 5
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Get out of the cold and into some Pre-K Play Fun!
Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection. In addition, we will sing songs and fingerplays featuring rhythm instruments, ribbon wands, scarves and/or shakers.
Tuesdays in December and January at 10 a.m. (no pre-k play on Dec. 26).
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Date: Tuesday, December 5
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Program Type: 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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The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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 5
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 Home Alone (1990) 102 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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