Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Mt. Washington Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Childhood, Games & Play, Storytelling
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Seats Remaining: 48
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Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.  —Mr. Rogers

Join us to help your little one start their early-learning adventure! Toddler Storytime for ages 0 to 2 is designed to help lay the foundation for lifelong learning through a combination of stories, songs, and play.

Children learn language by listening to others talk, and stories and songs help them learn how language sounds, add new words to their growing vocabulary, and begin to understand what words mean. Play helps children express themselves and put thoughts into words as they explore the world around them and build early social skills through interactions with other children.

Special Toddler Storytimes

  • OCTOBER 25th: Halloween Party
  • DECEMBER 13th: Winter Holiday Party
  • FEBRUARY 14th: Valentine’s Day Party
  • APRIL 11th:

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Mt. Washington Branch
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Childhood, Music & Dance, Storytelling
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
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When I say to a parent, "read to a child," I don't want it to sound like medicine. I want it to sound like chocolate. —Mem Fox

Reading becomes a favorite treat as we explore early literacy through stories, songs, and a simple craft. This free program for the whole family is designed to provide kids a foundation for kindergarten and to offer a fun, safe space for children of all ages to learn, socialize, and play. We strive to create fun and rich experiences that build a love of books, libraries, and learning that will stay with children for a lifetime.

Special Family Storytimes

Gentle Stretch

10:30am - 11:30am
Hillview Branch
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Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 21+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Stretch it out...

Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support.

ABOUT DONNA
Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA.

For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!
Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Claire at 543-7675 ext. 2553 or e-mail claire@bclib.org.

Cancelled

Maker Lab Orientation: Cricut, Sublimation Printer, and Heat Press

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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During the orientation, we will provide an introduction to the different types of projects than can be created with one or more of these machines.

Cancelled

Maker Lab Orientation: 3D Printer

1:45pm - 2:30pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
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During the orientation, we will provide an introduction to the range of projects that can be made on a 3D printer.

Cancelled

Maker Lab Orientation: Sewing Machine

2:30pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
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During the orientation, we will be providing hands-on learning experience with the Sewing Machine. You will learn how to thread the machine, wind the bobbin, and load the bobbin. We will also briefly work on stitching skills.

Teen Lounge

2:30pm - 5:30pm
Mt. Washington Branch
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Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, STEM Learning, Technology Class
Event Details:

Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!

At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!

For ages 10–18. Just drop in!
Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Teen Lounge

2:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillview Branch
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Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, STEM Learning, Technology Class
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Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!

At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!

For ages 10–18. Just drop in!
Seating and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Cancelled

Maker Lab Orientation: Sewing Machine

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Event Details:

During the orientation, we will be providing hands-on learning experience with the Sewing Machine. You will learn how to thread the machine, wind the bobbin, and load the bobbin. We will also briefly work on stitching skills.

Cancelled

Maker Lab Orientation: 3D Printer

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Event Details:

During the orientation, we will provide an introduction to the range of projects that can be made on a 3D printer.

Cancelled

Maker Lab Orientation: Cricut, Sublimation Printer, and Heat Press

5:15pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
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During the orientation we will be providing hands-on learning experience with the Cricut, Sublimation Printer, and Heat Press. We will provide all of the supplies needed during the orientation.

Paws for Reading

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids
Program Type: Animal Visit, Books & Authors, Early Childhood
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Reading can be a PAWsitive experience...

Studies show that children who read aloud on a regular basis can achieve drastic improvements in their reading skills! And animals provide a safe, encouraging presence for new and struggling readers. Join trainer Christy Almond and a therapy dog from Pawsibilities Unleashed as he or she patiently listens to you read without teasing, laughing, or judging.

Sharing books with furry supporters helps kids to:

  • Sustain concentration and focus
  • Increase reading comprehension
  • Expand their use of vocabulary and language
  • Boost confidence and pride in their reading skills
  • Cultivate a higher motivation for reading and learning
  • Foster positive social interactions
  • Feel more comfortable about school and learning
  • Enjoy the experience of reading

Oh, and the dogs enjoy it, too!

Psst... Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of the month and prepare to read for about 10 minutes. A time slot sheet will be available 30 minutes before the program begins.