"Weir Inspired: The Annual Show of the Weir Farm Artist Collective" Art Exhibition

Mon, Nov 03 - Wed, Dec 31

The works of more than 30 area artists from Weir Farm National Historical Park’s Artist Collective program will be featured in Wilton Library's November-December art exhibition, Weir Inspired: The Annual Show of the Weir Farm Artist Collective.
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, Nov 13, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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Team STEAM Presents Engineering Fun

Thu, Nov 13, 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 1-5 can join Wilton High School students' Team STEAM as they teach young engineers the basics of the engineering design process in a fun, creative, and hands-on manner. Each session will tackle a different engineering-related problem and discuss what it takes to be an engineer. Registration required for each individual session.
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Family Playgroup

Fri, Nov 14, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our story room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.
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Create Your Own Nature Selfie

Sat, Nov 15, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 to 9 are invited to join us for this creative, nature-friendly, self-portrait program. Participants will have the opportunity to create their unique selves with treasures from the outdoors such as leaves, twigs, petals and more. Let imagination turn sticks into smiles and flowers into eyes in this fun, hands-on collage program.
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Waffle WHAT?! Thanksgiving Edition for Grades 4-7

Mon, Nov 17, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

4th-7th graders will work wonders with waffle irons. Learn cooking basics with a side order of fun! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Nov 18, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. No registration required.
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Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, Nov 18, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 6 months to 2 years old will enjoy this fun storytime with music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No registration required.
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Debate Skills for Grades 4-7

Tue, Nov 18, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Students in grades 4 through 7 will learn effective public speaking strategies, explore various debate styles, and master essential rebuttal techniques through fun games. Whether you're new to debate or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop offers a fun and informative experience for all!
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Wed, Nov 19, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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Bouncing Babies

Wed, Nov 19, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as will some basic ASL, and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.
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STEM Explorers : Hands-On Science at the Library

Wed, Nov 19, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us to dive into the science of the states of matter! We'll explore how solids can turn into liquids by melting crayons to create colorful art and discover the science behind this magical transformation. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a big smile! Registration required.
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, Nov 20, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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Make Your Own Smoothies for Grades 4-7

Thu, Nov 20, 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

4th-7th graders will blend beguiling beverages. Learn food preparation basics with a side order of yum! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Team STEAM Presents Engineering Fun

Thu, Nov 20, 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 1-5 can join Wilton High School students' Team STEAM as they teach young engineers the basics of the engineering design process in a fun, creative, and hands-on manner. Each session will tackle a different engineering-related problem and discuss what it takes to be an engineer. Registration required for each individual session.
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Goldbas Music Storytime

Fri, Nov 21, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Location: Brubeck Room

Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers and their families, are invited to join husband and wife team Jake and Kate Goldbas as they bring children's literature to life through song, imaginative play and movement in their interactive storytime meets sing-a-long! Please note that this program will now be held at 10:30 a. m. No Registration Required.
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Rock Painting for Fall

Fri, Nov 21, 2:30 - 3:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children in grades Kindergarten and up are invited to join us to create their very own fall themed rocks. We provide the rocks and paint, you bring your creativity! Dress for mess. Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Caregivers must remain on library premises.
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Tales to Tails

Sat, Nov 22, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children who can read independently are invited to read to a ROAR (Ridgefield Operation Animal Rescue) Therapy Dog. The use of trained therapy dogs in reading programs can result in children who feel comfortable reading out loud, read more often, attempt more difficult books, and actually look forward to reading.
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Life Size Clue for Grades 4-8

Mon, Nov 24, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

4th - 8th graders can step right into a life size board game! Colonel Mustard, Miss Scarlett, Professor Plum and friends will try to be first to find out whodunnit. .. the answer may be YOU! Registration recommended. Drop-ins welcome all afternoon if space allows. We will start new games as soon as enough players arrive.
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Firefighter Storytime

Tue, Nov 25, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 2 and up are invited to join Wilton Firefighters for an interactive, in-person storytime. Firefighters will read stories and children will have the opportunity to ask questions. We will also see the fire truck! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Cookie Decorating for Grades 4-7

Tue, Nov 25, 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

4th-7th graders will enjoy a holiday cookie extravaganza! Frost and decorate your own holiday cookies by coloring your frosting with fruits! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Thanksgiving Early Close

Wed, Nov 26, 2:00 - 8:00 PM

The library will close early at 2pm on Wednesday, November 26 and be closed on Thursday, November 27 for Thanksgiving.
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Thanksgiving

Thu, Nov 27

The library will close early at 2pm on Wednesday, November 26 and be closed on Thursday, November 27 for Thanksgiving.
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Family Playgroup

Fri, Nov 28, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our story room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.
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Holiday Book Sale

Mon, Dec 01, 12:00 PM - Sun, Jan 04, 5:00 PM

Please note: Sale starts at noon on Monday, December 1. Wilton Library's annual Holiday Book Sale in the gallery is a seasonal delight with bargains galore featuring a large array of pristine books in all categories, including children’s and teen’s, art, history, sports, cookbooks, classics, biographies, inspiration, and much more.
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Crayon Melt for Grades 4-7

Mon, Dec 01, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

How fast can a crayon run? Creative 4th-7th graders can wax artistic as they melt Crayolas into artworks! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Tue, Dec 02, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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STEM Explorers : Hands-On Science at the Library

Tue, Dec 02, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us to dive into science, technology, and engineering, with hands-on activities! Experience a fun-filled STEM adventure designed especially for curious kids. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a big smile! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Bouncing Babies

Wed, Dec 03, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.
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Winter Crafternoons

Wed, Dec 03, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children aged 4 through 8 are invited to join us for an afternoon of winter crafting fun. Discover a different hands-on learning experience every time! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Caregivers must remain on library premises.
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, Dec 04, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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Team STEAM Presents Engineering Fun

Thu, Dec 04, 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 1-5 can join Wilton High School students' Team STEAM as they teach young engineers the basics of the engineering design process in a fun, creative, and hands-on manner. Each session will tackle a different engineering-related problem and discuss what it takes to be an engineer. Registration required for each individual session.
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Family Playgroup

Fri, Dec 05, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our story room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.
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Holiday Stroll

Fri, Dec 05, 5:30 - 7:00 PM

From 5:30 to 7:00 p. m. , Wilton Library staff will welcome visitors during this year’s Holiday Stroll. Outside our front entrance, we will be handing out special gift bags with sweet treats, while supplies last. Children can stop by the Children's Library to make a special bookmark to take home with their books.
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Come Fort and Joy

Sat, Dec 06
Location: Children's Library

Everyone deserves a fort of one's own. All day long you can use our giant cardboard squares to fill the Children's Room with the fort of your dreams. Bring your own flashlight! No registration required.
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(NOT) Just for Kids: The Melodies of Strings for the Holidays

Sat, Dec 06, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Children ages 4 and up and their families are invited to this presentation by Norwalk Symphony Orchestra's String Section. Find out about the science of their sound, listen to some music, and sing along with some holiday tunes! Finish off by getting the opportunity to try out a stringed instrument yourself! Registration Recommended.
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Make Your Own Lip Balm for Grades 4-7

Mon, Dec 08, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

4th-7th graders can make their own lip balm from beeswax and other natural ingredients. Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Tue, Dec 09, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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Bouncing Babies

Wed, Dec 10, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.
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All Fun and Games for Grades 4-7

Wed, Dec 10, 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Let the games begin! 4th-7th graders can vote for which game to play. We will have board games and group activities galore. .. including some you haven't seen before! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Winter Crafternoons

Wed, Dec 10, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children aged 4 through 8 are invited to join us for an afternoon of winter crafting fun. Discover a different hands-on learning experience every time! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows. Caregivers must remain on library premises.
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, Dec 11, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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Team STEAM Presents Engineering Fun

Thu, Dec 11, 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 1-5 can join Wilton High School students' Team STEAM as they teach young engineers the basics of the engineering design process in a fun, creative, and hands-on manner. Each session will tackle a different engineering-related problem and discuss what it takes to be an engineer. Registration required for each individual session.
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Family Playgroup

Fri, Dec 12, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our story room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.
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Saturday Baby Laptime

Sat, Dec 13, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive Saturday storytime especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.
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Early Closing

Sat, Dec 13, 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Wilton Library will close early at 1pm on Saturday, December 13 to prepare for our ASML Author Series event with Jason Reynolds.
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ASML Author Series: Jason Reynolds

Sat, Dec 13, 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Please join us on Saturday, December 13 at 3pm for an Author Talk with renowned teen and children’s author Jason Reynolds. Reynolds will be in conversation with Valmai Hanson, Head of Teen Services at Wilton Library.
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Squishy Ornaments for Grades 4-7

Mon, Dec 15, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

For grades 4-7 only. Craft a cute friend from memory foam. Help yourself to precut shapes or make them from scratch. Wear clothes to paint in. Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Tue, Dec 16, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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Bouncing Babies

Wed, Dec 17, 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Join us for this interactive program especially for pre-walking babies from birth on up. We will share stories, songs, and rhymes. Scarves and movement activities will be included, as well as some basic ASL and we will close out with a calming lullaby. Feel free to stay after to socialize. No Registration required.
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STEM Explorers : Hands-On Science at the Library

Wed, Dec 17, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Children ages 4 through 8 are invited to join us to dive into science, technology, and engineering, with hands-on activities! Experience a fun-filled STEM adventure designed especially for curious kids. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a big smile! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Thu, Dec 18, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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Team STEAM Presents Engineering Fun

Thu, Dec 18, 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Kids in grades 1-5 can join Wilton High School students' Team STEAM as they teach young engineers the basics of the engineering design process in a fun, creative, and hands-on manner. Each session will tackle a different engineering-related problem and discuss what it takes to be an engineer. Registration required for each individual session.
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Goldbas Music Storytime

Fri, Dec 19, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Location: Brubeck Room

Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers and their families, are invited to join husband and wife team Jake and Kate Goldbas as they bring children's literature to life through song, imaginative play and movement in their interactive storytime meets sing-a-long! Please note that this program will now be held at 10:30 a. m. No Registration Required.
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Ribbons & Wrappings Scavenger Hunt

Mon, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 23
Location: Children's Library

There's no time like the present! Wrapped gifts are hiding in unexpected places. Find them all and win a prize. Pick up your scavenger hunt at the Children's Desk.
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Family Playgroup

Mon, Dec 22, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our story room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.
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Indoor Snowball Fight for Grades 4-7

Mon, Dec 22, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

We'll find out who's naughty and who's nice when 4th-7th graders face off for an indoor snowball fight. Fun and fabric will fill the air! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome all afternoon if space allows. We will begin new battles as soon as there are enough participants.
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Christmas

Wed, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 25

The library will be closed Wednesday, December 24 - Thursday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday.
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Ribbons & Wrappings Scavenger Hunt

Fri, Dec 26 - Tue, Dec 30
Location: Children's Library

There's no time like the present! Wrapped gifts are hiding in unexpected places. Find them all and win a prize. Pick up your scavenger hunt at the Children's Desk.
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Family Playgroup

Fri, Dec 26, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

Parents and Caregivers with young children are invited to visit the library for an opportunity to spend some time in our story room to socialize and play. Meet new friends and neighbors and let your children play with some early learning toys. No registration required.
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Musical Chairs of Doom for Grades 4-7

Mon, Dec 29, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Children's Program Room

4th-7th graders, do you dare to chair? Who will be the last one left when the music stops? You can even choose the music! Registration required. Drop-ins welcome if space allows.
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Terrific Tales for Tots

Tue, Dec 30, 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Location: Children's Program Room

Active children ages 1 and up and their caregivers are invited to join us for this family storytime! Participants will hear stories, sing songs, learn rhymes, do movement activities, and use scarves or instruments, while building literacy and social skills. No registration required.
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New Year's

Wed, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 01

The library will be closed Wednesday, December 31 - Thursday, January 1 for the New Year holiday.
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Ribbons & Wrappings Scavenger Hunt

Fri, Jan 02 - Mon, Jan 05
Location: Children's Library

There's no time like the present! Wrapped gifts are hiding in unexpected places. Find them all and win a prize. Pick up your scavenger hunt at the Children's Desk.
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Spring Fundraiser 2026

Sat, Mar 21

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ASML Author Series: LeUyen Pham

Sat, May 09, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Brubeck Room

Book fans ages 4 to adult are invited to join us to learn about the life and adventures of children’s book artist LeUyen Pham, creator of over 140 books for children.
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