Start your child off for reading success while collecting prizes along the way! Sign up for this program at any time. See a youth services librarian at either location. Let’s get reading!
Artsy Kids Kids develop new skills and experiences while designing unique creations using a variety of materials.
Shaving Cream Marbled Paper
Tuesday, November 5 | 2pm-3pm or 4pm-5pm | Salem Branch | Register
Sharpie Coasters
Tuesday, December 3 | 2pm-3pm or 4pm-5pm | Salem Branch | Register
Paws to Read
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.
Monday, December 16 | 4pm-5pm | Salem Branch Tuesday, December 17 | 4pm-5pm | Twin Lakes Branch
Tabletop Games Instruction and Playtime All Ages
Come and play board games, card games or tabletop role-playing games. We’ll have a lot of options to choose from and we will have knowledgeable members from Oddwillow’s Gaming Haven to help instruct and guide you through the games.
Wednesday, November 6 | 5:30pm-7:30pm | Salem Branch
International Game Week All Ages
Come try a new board game or play an old favorite. Games will be set up throughout the libraries for the whole week. Bring a friend or come as a group.
November 7-13 | All Day | Salem & Twin Lakes Branches
LEGO Club
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.
Tuesday, November 12 | 4pm-5pm | Twin Lakes Branch Saturday, November 16 | 10:30am-11:30am | Salem Branch
Tuesday, December 10 | 4pm-5pm | Twin Lakes Branch Saturday, December 14 | 10:30am-11:30am | Salem Branch
Exploring the style of impressionism, students will practice what they learn by using color, line and proportions to create a mixed media portrait.
Thursday, November 14| 10am-11:30am | Salem Branch | Register
Linear Perspective Artist: Filippo Brunelleschi
Experimenting with linear perspective, students will draw a Gingerbread house, add color with shading and embellishments to create their own holiday art piece.
Thursday, December 12 | 10am-11:30am | Salem Branch | Register
Let’s Make Carrot and Zucchini Ribbon Pasta! Ages 8-12
Learn how to create vegetable ribbons using peelers, mince garlic and sauté. We will add herbs and olive oil to boiled veggie noodles to make a colorful and healthy dish.
Homeschool Tween Book Club | Ages 8-14 2pm-3pm | Salem Branch
Runaway Ralph by Beverly Cleary
We’ll discuss our book, continue our mouse craft and have a snack. Bring your book to the club and receive next month’s book.
Wednesday, November 20 | 2pm-3pm | Salem Branch | Register
Rascal by Sterling North
We’ll discuss our book, work on a craft and have a snack. Bring your book to the club and receive next month’s book.
Wednesday, December 18 | 2pm-3pm | Salem Branch | Register
D&D for New and Experienced Players Ages 12-Adults
Come play D&D! No worries if you don’t have experience, we’ll show you how things work. If you’re an experienced player, we’ll make sure things are exciting for you as well.