Children's Programs
Upcoming Events for Children's Programs
Wildlife Adventures: Wild Tales
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 10:45am to 11:45am
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Explore the who, what, and why of storytelling with our favorite animals from Wildlife Adventures. Rich tales delight children and promote literacy. A few stories told are authored by children. A flock of story starter ideas! Best for ages 5-12.
Transition to Twos
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:30am
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Is your curious toddler transitioning from baby to child? Transition to Twos nurtures this exciting time in your childs development through books, movement, music and rhymes. Well begin learning to play with others, wait turns, and listen to stories, as well as dance, sing, laugh and have fun! This storytime is designed specifically for caregivers and children 18 months to 30 months.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:20am
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Wiggle Giggle Storytime is a 20 minute storytime for little listeners with extra energy! Dance and giggle and learn something new with stories and rhymes picked just for you! Ages 2-5 with an adult.
Note: We will have a special concert by Milkshake on 7/31 at 11am instead of Wiggle Giggle Storytime. Please join us!
Note: We will have a special concert by Milkshake on 7/31 at 11am instead of Wiggle Giggle Storytime. Please join us!
Transition to Twos
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:30am
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Designed for children who are transitioning from "Babies with Books" into "Time for Twos," this interactive story program is designed for toddlers and their caregivers. Music, rhymes, and movement will delight your child!
Decoupage Memory Box
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
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Learn the art of decoupage and create a box for all of your summer memories.
Wildlife Adventures: Wild Tales
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 2:30pm to 3:15pm
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Explore the who, what, and why of storytelling with our favorite animals from Wildlife Adventures. Rich tales delight children and promote literacy. A few stories told are authored by children. A flock of story starter ideas! Best for ages 5-12.
Magical Garden
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 3:00pm to 3:45pm
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Use your imagination and treasures from the forest to build a magical fairy or elf house to place in your backyard or garden. For ages 6-11. Registration is required.
LEGO Block Party!
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 3:45pm to 4:45pm
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Join us from 3:45-4:45 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month: calling all budding architects! We supply the LEGO blocks (different sizes for different ages) and you bring your imagination!
Learn How To...
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 4:00pm to 4:30pm
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Join us as we learn how to do something new each month! For ages 10-12. Registration required.
June: Card Tricks
July: Balloon Animals
August: Scrapbooking
June: Card Tricks
July: Balloon Animals
August: Scrapbooking
PJ Parachute Play!
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 6:30pm to 7:15pm
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Roll out of bed and head to the library for a morning of parachute play!
That's right - wear your PJs to the library and join the fun. Bring along your favorite stuffed animal to bounce on the parachute.
That's right - wear your PJs to the library and join the fun. Bring along your favorite stuffed animal to bounce on the parachute.
STEM Thursdays
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 12:00am
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A Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math activity available all day each Thursday in the Discovery Zone.
Babies With Books
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 10:15am to 10:45am
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Learning to read begins BEFORE your child starts school-as a matter of fact, it begins at birth! Delight and stimulate your baby with songs, a story and activities. Get to know other families and help your baby develop listening and language skills.
Preschool Storytime
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 10:30am to 11:00am
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Early literacy begins with you! Help your preschooler develop the six pre-reading skills that every child needs to succeed. This storytime celebrates a love of reading through books, music, and activities.
Time for Twos
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 10:30am to 11:00am
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Nurture your two year olds love of books through music, movement and stories while helping to develop their language, motor and social skills.
Preschool Storytime
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 10:30am to 11:00am
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Early literacy begins with you! Help your preschooler develop the five early literacy practices that every child needs to succeed. Nurture a love of reading through books, music, activities, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) elements.
Preschool Storytime
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 10:30am to 11:00am
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Early literacy begins with you! Help your preschooler develop the five early literacy practices that every child needs to succeed. Nurture a love of reading through books, music, activities, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) elements.
Preschool Storytime
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:30am
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Early literacy begins with you! Help your preschooler develop the five early literacy practices that every child needs to succeed. Nurture a love of reading through books, music, activities, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) elements.
Time for Twos
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:30am
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Nurture your two year old's love of books through music, movement and stories while helping to develop their language, motor and social skills.
Storyland- A Sensory Storytime for Little Ones
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 11:15am to 11:45am
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Join us for a special storytime in partnership with Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program. Meet new friends and share books, music, activities, and more. Ages birth-3 years with an adult.
Children's Summer Lunch and Lit Program
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Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm
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Once weekly lunch for children of any age, followed by a literacy activity. Any food/beverage offered may contain ingredients which may cause allergic reaction, i.e. wheat, nuts, soy, etc. Parents/guardians, please be advised that it is solely your responsibility to ensure the welfare of the children in your care and your option to allow/disallow the products offered. Registration for this event acknowledges that you have read and understand this caution.