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Homeschool Maker Monday

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second an...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second and fourth Monday of each month to learn all about STEAM!

Paws to Read

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in chil...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in children while they are relaxing and having fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

the word spike on a yellow background

LEGO Robotics

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

LEGO robotics exists at the intersection of engineering and coding. We'll complete challenges to learn what we can do with the LEGO Education Spike kits. For elementary and midd...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

LEGO robotics exists at the intersection of engineering and coding. We'll complete challenges to learn what we can do with the LEGO Education Spike kits.

Fall Craft

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come out to Leonard Mill Park and join us in making a fall craft!  

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come out to Leonard Mill Park and join us in making a fall craft!  

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All Aboard The Polar Express

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

All aboard for a magical adventure! Join us as we read the story of The Polar Express and experience the wonder of Christmas through the sound of a bell. In this program, kids will...

Closed
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

All aboard for a magical adventure! Join us as we read the story of The Polar Express and experience the wonder of Christmas through the sound of a bell.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

logos for scratch, sphero, and lego education

RoboCoders

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO. If you're a kid who loves building o...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO.

STEM Time

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap C...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap Circuits, littleBits, and more!

Holiday String Art Cards

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

There are so many wonderful reasons to send a loved one a greeting card during December, and what’s more special than making it yourself? Join us as we use string and cardstock to ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

There are so many wonderful reasons to send a loved one a greeting card during December, and what’s more special than making it yourself?

Holiday Sun Catchers

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Make a fun and festive sun catcher and bring some light into your space! These sun catchers are a simple craft that can help your little one get into the holiday spirit! Registrati...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Make a fun and festive sun catcher and bring some light into your space! These sun catchers are a simple craft that can help your little one get into the holiday spirit! Registration is required for this event.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Craft Club

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

cover of picture book the lodestar league by megan carney

Author Visit with Local Children's Author Megan Carney

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Join us for a visit with local author, Megan Carney, as she shares her new children's book The Lodestar League. This book is ideal for children ages 6-11. The visit is a perfe...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Book Discussion, Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a visit with local author, Megan Carney, as she shares her new children's book The Lodestar League. This book is ideal for children ages 6-11. The visit is a perfect opportunity for children of all ages. 

Homeschool Maker Monday

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second an...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second and fourth Monday of each month to learn all about STEAM!

Paws to Read

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in chil...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in children while they are relaxing and having fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

3D Print Snowflake Ornaments

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing and design by creating your own unique snowflake! Open to children ages 6-18. Space is limited and registration is required.

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing and design by creating your own unique snowflake! Open to children ages 6-18. Space is limited and registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

logos for scratch, sphero, and lego education

RoboCoders

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO. If you're a kid who loves building o...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO.

STEM Time

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap C...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Imagine, design, explore, build, and discover using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! Bring your curiosity and imagination to play with Sphero Indi and Bolt, Snap Circuits, littleBits, and more!

Make Your Own “Worry Pet”!

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Event Details:

This time of year can be very stressful. We all need a little something to take our mind off it now and again. Why not make your own worry pet? A worry pet is a little creature mad...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This time of year can be very stressful. We all need a little something to take our mind off it now and again. Why not make your own worry pet? A worry pet is a little creature made from soft fabric and filled with weighted beads.

Snowflake Luminaries

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Have a touch of winter in your life with a snowflake luminary! Registration is required for this event.

Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Have a touch of winter in your life with a snowflake luminary!

Registration is required for this event.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

stuffed snake & pillow in front of books

Sew a Softie

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Learn how to sew in this monthly program for kids ages 6 and up. You will leave each session with a complete project; come to one or all! We'll cover basic hand-sewing, including q...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to sew in this monthly program for kids ages 6 and up. You will leave each session with a complete project; come to one or all!

Homeschool Maker Monday

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second an...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun activities at Homeschool Maker Monday! All homeschool students ages 6 to 11 are invited to join us the second and fourth Monday of each month to learn all about STEAM!

Paws to Read

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in chil...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Reading Challenge
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Paws to Read allows your child to read aloud to a dog for 5 - 7 minutes. A volunteer will be present during the entire session. This activity helps build reading confidence in children while they are relaxing and having fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Craft Club

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided...

Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us at the Sarbanes branch for an exciting afternoon crafting and let your imagination run wild! This program is open to children of all ages and supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

Water Color Snowflakes

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come explore the fun of water on salt and make your very own unique snowflake designs! Registration is required for this event.

Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come explore the fun of water on salt and make your very own unique snowflake designs! Registration is required for this event.

Disclaimer(s)

Attending Children

Children under 8 must be monitored by a guardian who is at least 13 years old to assure the safety and behavior of that child. Children ages 8 and older may visit the library independently provided they are able to care for themselves and are able to understand and follow the Library’s Behavior Guidelines.

 

logos for scratch, sphero, and lego education

RoboCoders

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO. If you're a kid who loves building o...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

RoboCoders: a mashup of LEGO and coding. In each session, we'll tackle a LEGO Robotics challenge and then explore coding, with or without LEGO.