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Upcoming Youth Events

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Arrorró bebé
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
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Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
Registration is now closed
Puppy Dog Tales
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Dog Man Book Release Party
Thu, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room60
Celebrate the release of the newest Dog Man book at the library with an... more
Celebrate the release of the newest Dog Man book at the library with an evening of supa fun games, activities, and snacks.
Family Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Friends Fall Book Sale
Fri, Nov 14, 9:00am - 11:30am
Community Room
Find bargains galore on books, CDs, DVDs, and more!
The Cradle Will Rock
Fri, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Storytime Tree Area
Books, music, songs, fingerplays, and bubbles for caregiver and baby.
Bookfulness Box
Mon, Nov 17, All day
Do you love subscription boxes? Do you love books? Fill out the form... more
Do you love subscription boxes? Do you love books? Fill out the form with your reading preferences! Two books will be selected for you based on your preferences.
Kids’ Book Club: The Wednesday Wars
Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Program Room60
Join the club for kids who love to read! We all read the same book,... more
Join the club for kids who love to read! We all read the same book, then meet up to talk about it.
Arrorró bebé
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 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, Nov 20, 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.
Middle School Advisory Board
Thu, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room60
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, Nov 20, 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.
Drop In Crafts
Fri, Nov 21, All day
Youth Craft Table Area
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Follow us on Facebook to... more
Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Follow us on Facebook to see what craft we are making. Little ones may need some help.
Dino-vember
Tue, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Program Room60
ROAR! Get ready to show your dinosaur love and learn about these... more
ROAR! Get ready to show your dinosaur love and learn about these dino-mite creatures through prehistoric fun, surprises, and crafts.
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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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    We can provide accommodations for physical access, communications, or other needs to ensure that services, activities, and programs are available to individuals with disabilities.
  • Get a Library Card
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  • Make a Suggestion
    Fill out the online suggestion box form with your comments or suggestions on the library. You can also submit your suggestions anonymously at the library's physical suggestion box.
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  • Volunteer
    You are never too young to start giving back. We have volunteering opportunities for younger and older kids.