Programs and Events for Kids: East Library

Summer Morning Fun: Dig in with Kathy’s Kritters!

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 9:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Community/Conference Rooms I & II

Take a close peek at a variety of animals including sugar gliders, possums, snakes and tarantulas! Add to the fun with hands-on animal crafts.

Summer Morning Fun: Dig in with Kathy’s Kritters!

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Community/Conference Rooms I & II

Take a close peek at a variety of animals including sugar gliders, possums, snakes and tarantulas! Add to the fun with hands-on animal crafts.

Summer Reading Program 7 Up: Matisse for Kids

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Community Meeting Room

Create your own Matisse collage. As Matisse said, we’ll “paint with scissors”. For kids ages 7 and up.

Paws to Read

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 3:30 PM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Children's Corner

Let your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog.

Snuggle-Up Storytime

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 7:00 PM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

A special family storytime suggested for children older than 3 years old. Parents are encouraged to attend and participate, and children are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas and bring a favorite cuddly toy.

Toddler Time

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 9:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. (20-25 minutes)

Toddler Time

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:00 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. (20-25 minutes)

Summer Morning Fun: Dig in with Kathy’s Kritters!

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Community/Conference Rooms I & II

Take a close peek at a variety of animals including sugar gliders, possums, snakes and tarantulas! Add to the fun with hands-on animal crafts.

Toddler Time

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. (20-25 minutes)

Paws to Read

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 3:30 PM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Children's Corner

Let your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog.

Summer Stories and Crafts

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Community/Conference Rooms I & II

Start with a read-aloud of some great books and add an activity or craft. Programs are appropriate for ages 5 and up.

East Chess Club (all ages)

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 3:30 PM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Community Meeting Room

Join others and play chess. Learn new moves and meet new people. This club is for all ages. All skill levels welcome. No registration necessary. Questions? Call 531-6333 x1319

Storytime

When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, and activities.

Baby Time

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 10:00 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies. Space is limited. (20 minutes + 20 minute playtime)

Paws to Read

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 10:00 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd.

Let your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog.

Book Break

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Children's Corner

A short read-aloud session that is particularly suitable for preschoolers.

Baby Time

When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 11:00 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies. Space is limited. (20 minutes + 20 minute playtime)

Toddler Time

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 9:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. (20-25 minutes)

Toddler Time

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 10:00 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. (20-25 minutes)

Toddler Time

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Childrens Story Room

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. (20-25 minutes)

Reading Buddies

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 6:30 PM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Children's Corner

High school volunteers will help students in kindergarten through fifth grade with reading practice.

Summer Morning Fun: DIG IT with Reid Miller!

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 9:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Community/Conference Rooms I & II

Enjoy a rollicking romp of stories and songs. Reid Miller shares a lighthearted, fun, family-friendly show for all. Everyone come and DIG IT!

Summer Morning Fun: DIG IT with Reid Miller!

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Community/Conference Rooms I & II

Enjoy a rollicking romp of stories and songs. Reid Miller shares a lighthearted, fun, family-friendly show for all. Everyone come and DIG IT!

Summer Reading Program 7 Up: Drawing for Kids

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Community Meeting Room

Learn how to draw different kinds of animals of all shapes and sizes! For kids ages 7 and up.

Paws to Read

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 3:30 PM
Where: East Library - 5550 N. Union Blvd. at East Children's Corner

Let your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog.