Early Learning Program Schedule
In December, our weekly story times are on a break. Instead, check out our special events! Weekly story times and other events for families will return in 2025.
Bilingual Storytime / Hora del Cuento Bilingüe
El final martes de cada mes (09/24, 10/29, and 11/26)
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Con Julieta y Neena
Para Nacimiento – 6 años y cuidadora
Una hora de cuentos, música y juegos para familias en inglés y español. ¡Evento gratis! Se les pide a los padres y cuidadores que se unan a la diversión.
Se prefiere el registro, pero los walk-ins son bienvenidos a unirse a nosotras.
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Final Tuesday of each month: (09/24, 10/29, and 11/26)
6:00 – 7:00 PM
With Neena and Julieta
For ages birth – 6 years and a caregiver
An hour of stories, music, and games for families in both English and Spanish. Free! Parents and caregivers are asked to join in the fun by singing and playing with us.
Registration preferred, but drop-ins welcome to join us.
Finger Paint Winter Art - Toddlers
10:00 - 10:45 AM OR 11:00 - 11:45 AM
Ages: 18 months - 3 years old and a caregiver
At this small group program, we will read a winter story, sing a few of our storytime songs, and then create process art with finger paints. All finger paints will be non-toxic and designed for children. Smocks will be provided, but families should still plan to wear clothes that can get messy.
Registration is required. Registration for our December special events starts November 15. Please choose one time, either 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM.
Preschool Winter Painting
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Ages: 3-6 years old, caregivers welcome but not requiredAt this special December one-time event, we will read, sing, and dance while celebrating all the month of December has to offer. Participants can finger paint, use brushes, and create winter scenes or ornaments to take home. Caregivers can participate or drop-off, as long as they stay on library grounds. Please dress for mess!Registration is required. December special event registration opens November 15.
Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit the Library
Join appointment wait list or drop in.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
It's the most wonderful time of the year, and our friends Santa and Mrs. Claus are stopping by the library to greet children, hear Christmas lists, and take family photos. The wonderful couple are pros with children of all ages. Appointments are full at this time, but, Santa and Mrs. Claus never turn a child away, so drop-ins are welcome. Interested in joining the appointment waitlist? Click below.
Our annex room will feature LEGO, Duplo, coloring, music, and puzzles for families to enjoy while waiting their turn.
New Year’s Busy Bags
Register in advance - Pick up begins week of December 16
Ages: 2-10 years and families
Get ready for the New Year with our busy bag. This take-home activity kit comes with a countdown clock craft, less mess pom-pom celebration popper craft, and other developmentally appropriate activities to keep the family busy as we celebrate the New Year. Sign up in advance to reserve a craft kit.
Registration required. Please be sure to specify how many people will be participating and the age range(s) of each participating child when registering. You only need to sign up once per family.
Baby Bounce and Groove
Currently on a break
Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AM
Library Annex
Age range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiver
Last class for 2024 is November 19. This class will return in 2025.
Early literacy is an important part of a baby’s healthy development. We read, sing, babble, and bounce together. Learn resources to use at home and meet other caregivers. Ends with social play.
Toddlers in Training
On a break
Tuesdays 11:00-11:45 AM
OR
Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AM
OR NEW! Third time added, Thursdays, 11:00 - 11:45 AM
Library Annex
Age range: 18-36 months & a caregiver
Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play.
Last class for 2024 is November 21. This class will return in 2025.
Family Hour: Playdoh Club
On a break
Wednesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Library Annex
Age range: Ages 2-5 years and a caregiver
Last class for 2024 is November 19. This class will return in 2025.
Welcome to family hour! During this hour long program, we will read a story and sing 1-2 songs. Then, join in for themed play-doh play with tools like cookie cutters, toddler scissors, and rolling pins. Play-doh is awesome for developing early skills kids need for school, like fine motor skills and finger strength.
Caregivers welcome but not required to participate. However, caregivers must stay in the room with children under 3 years old and on the library grounds for all other ages for the entirety of the program.
Read and Play
On a break
Tuesdays, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Library Annex
Age range: Ages 3 - 5 years
Last class for 2024 is November 19. This class will return in 2025.
Our small group Kindergarten readiness program, focused on early literacy and math skills through a combination of hands-on activities and group story time. We'll also work on following directions and practicing classroom behaviors. Caregivers welcome, though not required to participate. Caregivers must remain on library grounds.
