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Upcoming Youth Events

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Storytime
Wed, Oct 22, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Hear a story, make a simple craft, get some wiggles out, and have lots... more
Hear a story, make a simple craft, get some wiggles out, and have lots of fun! Children should be able to attend without a parent.
Puppy Dog Tales
Thu, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room60
An inviting and engaging time for caregiver and child to enjoy books,... more
An inviting and engaging time for caregiver and child to enjoy books, songs, and a simple craft together.
Cancelled
Middle School Advisory Board
Thu, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Interested in collaborating with other kids, helping your community,... more
Interested in collaborating with other kids, helping your community, and having fun doing it? Join the Middle School Advisory Board!
Family Storytime
Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room60
Babies to preschoolers (and their siblings) are invited to enjoy great... more
Babies to preschoolers (and their siblings) are invited to enjoy great stories at this evening storytime. Great for families with kids of multiple ages.
The Cradle Will Rock
Fri, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
Books, music, songs, fingerplays, and bubbles for caregiver and baby.
Ghoulish Goodies
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Bring your appetite and get ready for fun in the kitchen as we whip up... more
Bring your appetite and get ready for fun in the kitchen as we whip up some simple Halloween-themed snacks and treats. (No tricks, just treats!)
This event is full
Day of the Dead / Celebración del día de los muertos
Tue, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth Program Room60
¡Celebra el día de los muertos en la Biblioteca! Celebrate día de... more
¡Celebra el día de los muertos en la Biblioteca! Celebrate día de los muertos (Day of the Dead) at the Library!
Day of the Dead / Celebración del día de los muertos
Tue, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room60
¡Celebra el día de los muertos en la Biblioteca! Celebrate día de... more
¡Celebra el día de los muertos en la Biblioteca! Celebrate día de los muertos (Day of the Dead) at the Library!
Arrorró bebé
Wed, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
¡La hora del cuento diseñada para bebés y su acompañante ha... more
¡La hora del cuento diseñada para bebés y su acompañante ha llegado! Disfrutaran de cuentos cortos, música, rimas, y canciones.
Spooky Stories and Costume Parade
Thu, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room60
Grab your favorite costume for a parade around the library and a spooky... more
Grab your favorite costume for a parade around the library and a spooky storytime.
The Cradle Will Rock
Fri, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
Books, music, songs, fingerplays, and bubbles for caregiver and baby.
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New arrivals

To find new arrivals in the library, ask for help at the Ask Me Desk.

NEW! Picture Books

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  • New Picture Books
    • Can you spot animals?
    • Un tropezón de tres años : basado en un cuento popular coreano
    • I am not your hat!
    • The baby who stayed awake forever
    • What is scarier than thunder?
    • Head full of clouds

NEW! Kids Movies

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  • New Kids Movies
    • Moana two
    • Sonic the Hedgehog three
    • Mufasa, the Lion King
    • Dog Man
    • Paddington in Peru
    • Migration

NEW! Juvenile Fiction

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  • New Juvenile Fiction
    • The magician next door
    • Toto
    • Attack of the cheez funk breath!
    • To the rescue!
    • Miriam's magical creature files. 1
    • Play ball!

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  • Get a Library Card
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  • Make a Suggestion
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