Kids' Programs

Obstacle Course
All Ages

Do your kids have boundless energy? They need to move their bodies! We’ll have an indoor obstacle course setup in the Children’s Area.

March 24-March 29 | Salem Branch

Readers Theater
Ages 6-11

Come and practice a variety of short skits with us. We will work in small groups to perform short plays, read lines with expression, gestures, theater volume and fluency. Memorization is not needed. Parents can attend the last 10 minutes of class to watch the performance.

Monday, March 24 | 10am-11am | Salem Branch | Register

Shaving Cream!
Ages 6-11

Shaving cream is not just for shaving; it’s awesome to play with too! Have fun using utensils, pool noodles, popsicle sticks and more to play in the shaving cream.

Monday, March 24 | 1pm-2pm | Salem Branch | Register

Paws to Read

Ages 6-11

Kids can build their reading confidence by reading to a therapy dog. Reading slots are 10 minutes and are on a first come, first served basis. Registration is not required.

Mondays, April 7, May 5 | 4pm-5pm | Salem Branch

Tuesdays, March 25, April 29, May 27 | 4pm-5pm | Twin Lakes Branch

Classic Movie & Popcorn
All Ages

Join us for an evening watching Journey to the Center of the Earth and enjoying popcorn.

Tuesday, March 25 | 5pm-6:30pm | Salem Branch | Register

Movie and Popcorn
Ages 8-Adult

Bring your friends and family to watch The Wild Robot andenjoy popcorn.

Wednesday, March 26 | 1pm-2:45pm | Salem Branch | Register

Kids Subscription Book Bags

Ages 6-11

Subscription bags include two library books, a craft, a fun item and a treat.

Wednesdays, March 26, April 30, May 28 | Salem & Twin Lakes Branches | Register

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Ages 6-11

Ever wonder what happens at the library when it’s closed? Bring your stuffed animal friend to spend the night at the Salem Branch and you’ll find out! Pick them up on Friday morning to see what fun adventures and mischief they had and enjoy a light breakfast. One stuffed animal per child.

Crafternoon & Board Games
All Ages

Enjoy a family friendly afternoon of crafts and board games. Choose from our selection of board games or bring your own to share. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Friday, March 28 | 1pm-3pm | Twin Lakes Branch

Take-Home Crafts
Ages 6-11

Pick up a craft kit to complete at home while supplies last. Available at the Youth Desk.

Saturday, March 29 | Woodland Critter Magnet

Saturday, April 19 | Feed the Bunny

Saturday, May 10 | Happy Moo-ther’s Day

Artsy Kids
Ages 6-11

Kids develop new skills and experiences while designing unique creations using a variety of materials.

Paper Sculptures

Tuesday, April 1 | 2pm-3pm or 4pm-5pm | Salem Branch | Register

Scrunched Tin Foil Painting

Tuesday, May 6 | 2pm-3pm or 4pm-5pm | Salem Branch | Register

LEGO Club
Ages 6-11

We provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity. Each month, we’ll have a LEGO challenge where your creations will be on display in the library. Please do not bring LEGOs from home.

Saturdays, April 26, May 24 | 10:30am-11:30am | Salem Branch

Tuesdays, April 8, May 13 | 4pm-5pm | Twin Lakes Branch

Family Game Time
All ages

Come and learn a new game or play an oldie but goodie. Fun for the entire family. Some games will be available for checkout after the event.

Saturday, April 12 | 1pm-2pm | Twin Lakes Branch | Register

Let’s Make Fiesta Chicken Sandwiches!
Ages 8-12

Students will sauté vegetables and chicken using a skillet then add ingredients to flat bread and grill to make a fiesta sandwich.

Tuesday, April 15 | 4pm-5pm | Twin Lakes Branch | Register

Homeschool Book Club
Ages 8-14

Mossflower, Book 2
by Brian Jacques

Wednesday, April 16 | 2pm-3pm | Salem Branch | Register | Register

The last Book Club of the school year, we will watch the movie Redwall Friends and Foes based on the series and have popcorn.

Wednesday, May 21 | Register | 2pm-3pm | Salem Branch | Register

Beginning ASL for Kids
Ages 6-11

Learn the basics of American Sign Language.

Wednesdays, April 16, May 21 | 6:30pm-7pm | Salem Branch | Register

Homeschool Art Classes
Ages 8-14

10am-11:30am | Salem Branch

Mexican Folk-Art | Artist: Frida Kahlo

Study the works of Mexican painter Kahlo, known for her self portraits and depictions of Mexican life. Students will create their own personal mask using multimedia.

Thursday, April 17 | Register

Post-Impressionism | Artist: Paul Gauguin

Learn about French painter Gauguin, known for his colorful landscape impressions. Students will experiment with their own impression of a landscape using black paper and chalk.

Thursday, May 8 | Register

Hoo’s Woods Snowy Owl Raptor

Hoo's Woods Raptor Center will present an educational program with live birds including Wesley, the snowy owl.

Saturday, April 19 | 11am-11:45am | Twin Lakes Branch | Register

Classic Movies & Popcorn
All ages

Join us for an evening watching Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea and enjoying popcorn.

Tuesday, April 22 | 5pm-7pm | Salem Branch | Register

Teddy Bear Tea Party
Ages 4-11

Join us for a Teddy Bear Tea Party! Bring your favorite adult gal (mom, grandma, aunt) and stuffed animal. We’ll work on a craft, enjoy snacks and have fun. It will be a tea-riffic time!

Saturday, May 10 | 1pm-2pm | Twin Lakes Branch | Register

Let’s Make Picnic Pizza Biscuits
Ages 8-12

Students will brown sausage, add other ingredients and cook until tender. They will top the biscuits with pizza sauce and cooked items and bake to create fun mini pizzas.

Tuesday, May 20 | 4pm-5pm | Twin Lakes Branch | Register