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MARCH IS ALMOST HERE!

We have so much going on for kids this March: coding, comics, movies, bees, and more!
 
Read on for all the information.
Register now for Spring Break programs!

What’s On at the Library! 

STELLAR STORYTIMES

Un, deux, trois - Jouons! / One, two, three - Let's Play! | Ages 3-7 with caregiver

 

Join us for stories, songs, and activities in English and French! All language levels are welcome.

 

This is a stay-and-play family program.

 

Fun in Farsi Storytime | All Ages

 

Hear stories, sing songs, and learn new fingerplays and rhymes in Persian and English. All are welcome.

 

Saturdays, March 1 – April 19, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Spring Break: March 18-27

REGISTRATION REQUIRED for all Spring Break Programming

SPECIAL EVENTS

Andy the Musical Scientist | Ages 5+


Andy the Musical Scientist is a children’s entertainer who uses homemade, upcycled instruments to promote music, science, and recycling. 


Thursday, March 27, 3 – 3:45 p.m.

LAB PROGRAMS

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Family Python Play | Grades 3+ with caregiver

 
Families that code together, learn together! No coding experience is required. 

 

Create Your Own Fantasy Map|Grades 5-6

 

Have you ever wanted to create your own fantasy world? Join us for after-school fantasy map creation!

 

Wednesday, March 19, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m

Simbrix French Conversation Practice|Grades 3-5


Keep your French skills sharp this Spring Break! Join us for an hour of casual chat in French while we make pixel art with Simbrix.

Tuesday, March 25, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Minecraft Hour of Code

 
Calling all gamers and coders! Join us in The Lab for an hour of Minecraft coding fun.

 

Grades 4-5: Tuesday, March 18, 3 – 4 p.m.

Grades 6-7: Tuesday, March 25, 3 – 4 p.m.

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Augmented Reality Games with Osmo|Grade 3-5 


Learn how to use your coding and problem-solving skills to digitally bring real-world creations to life!

Thursday, March 20, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Make Your Own Comic|Grades 5-6


Join us in The Lab to create your very own comic using Canva! Set up a free account today.

Thursday, March 27, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

FAMILY FUN

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Bluey Brain Game Bonanza|Ages 3-8 with caregiver

Sort, build, create, and hunt through an hour of brilliant Bluey-inspired brain games and hands-on activities you can enjoy as a family.
 

Family LEGO Play|Ages 5+ with caregiver

 

Bring the family to The Lab for a peaceful hour of LEGO building. What will you create?

 

Sunday, March 30, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

ENJOY THE OUTDOORS

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SeaSmart Schools: Clean Water Champions|Grades 3-5 

 

Join SeaSmart Schools for a hands-on workshop about freshwater pollution and how it connects to the ocean. 

Wednesday, March 19, 2 – 4 p.m.

All About Raptors|Ages 5+

 

Learn about local raptors with educators from OWL (Orphaned Wildlife). Meet two live Raptor Ambassadors and ask questions!

Wednesday, March 26, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

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Mason Bee Workshop|Ages 7+

 

Learn how to identify these stingless pollinators and build a simple mason bee house from everyday household items. 

Thursday, March 20, 2 – 3 p.m.

Hike and Seek: Family Nature Exploration|Ages 5-9 with Caregiver 

 

Calling all explorers! Using the Seek app, we’ll learn about our local environment and explore the amazing world of plants.

Saturday, March 29, 10:30 – 12 p.m.

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DROP-IN MOVIE MATINEES

Movie Matinée: Hitpig|All Ages

 

Hitpig’s next job is to return an elephant to her Las Vegas show owner. But when the mission goes sideways, no amount of money is worth losing newfound friends.

Friday, March 21, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Movie Matinée: Moana 2|All Ages

 

Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.

Friday, March 28, 2 – 3:45 p.m.

A friendly reminder: all kids under the age of 10 need to use the Library with an attentive caregiver.

PLAY AT THE LIBRARY

Kids Chess Club | Grades K-6


Learn new strategies and participate in friendly, non-competitive games with other kids at your level. 

Bi-weekly on Mondays, February 10 – April 28, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

 

TEEN VOLUNTEERING | Grades 8-12

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Room 14 Graphics [VIRTUAL]


Create content and design slides on Canva for the monitor in Room 14.

 
Chess Club Volunteers 
 
Love chess? Want to learn? You can volunteer even if you've never played! 
 
 
Bi-weekly on Mondays, February 10 – April 28, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
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Teen Technology Mentor Orientation
 
Are you a tech-savvy teen looking to make a difference in your community? 
 

Visit the teen page to learn more about volunteering at the Library.

Collections Alert

READ-ALONGS

 
Read-Along books are magic! Each comes with a built-in audiobook player and we've got picture books, chapter books, and non-fiction titles for Kindergarten to Grade 7. A fantastic accessible option for everyone (and we're always adding new titles!)
 
Explore Here!

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