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Children’s Calendar of Story Times/Activities/Special Events
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Services for Children and Parents
This project is made possible in part by Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and through Library Access Funds administered by the Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Department of Education, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Tom Wolf, Governor.
Special Events in the Children’s Department
Crafts to Go! at the Main LibrarySaturdays, December 3 & 17 Pick up a grab-and-go packet of painting or craft supplies to make some fun creations at home! Use the instructions included to assemble the project on your own. Intended for children ages 5-12. Supplies limited. Some projects require additional supplies. Call the library at 610-278-5100 ext. 205 to reserve your packet.
Salt Painting at the Main Library
Tuesday, December 6 at 2:00 pm
Join us for a "cool" salt painting activity! Create beautiful winter images using glue, salt, and water color paints. Intended for children ages 4-12. No registration required. NASD early dismissal activity.
Holiday Card Making at the Main Library
Tuesday, December 13 from 4pm to 6pm Make your own holiday-themed cards to gift to your family, friends, or teachers! A variety of crafting and winter-themed materials will be provided, as well as writing prompts to write a thoughtful note inside. Drop in. Intended for ages 3 to 12.
Kids Cook: Warm Winter Treats at the Main Library
Friday, December 16 at 2:00 pm – REGISTRATION REQUIRED Learn how to make Polar Bear Cupcakes and homemade Hot Chocolate. Ages 5-12 only. Registration required. Call 610-278-5100 x205 or stop in to sign up. Space is limited. NASD early dismissal activity.
Hot Cocoa Storytime and Movie at the Main Library
Thursday, December 22 at 4:30 pm Join us for a fun winter-themed evening for kids! Drink hot chocolate, complete crafts, listen to seasonal stories, and watch a "cool" movie about two sisters in winter. Be sure to wear your pajamas! Movie begins at 5:30pm, preceded by crafts and storytime. Intended for ages 2-6.
Animals-in-Mittens Ornament Craft at the Main Library
Friday, December 23 - all day Create a lion, elephant, or another animal wearing mittens and booties out of colorful craft sticks and felt, and then hang it up inside your house for the holidays! Call the library at 610-278-5100 ext. 205 to reserve a packet, or drop in after-school to choose your own materials and create one here. Supplies are limited. NASD early dismissal activity. Intended for ages 5 to 12.
Mini Paper House Craft at the Main Library
Tuesday, December 27 at 1:00 pm Create your own festive holiday mini house! Color or decorate a village home made out of cardstock to look like a gingerbread house or your dream winter home - all while enjoying some jazzy music and spreading some cheer. All ages. Supplies are first come, first served - we have a limited number of pre-made paper houses to decorate.
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