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“Drama” Read Alike Choices

Did you read Drama (or any of Raina Telgemeier’s graphic novels) and really love it? Want some ideas for what to read next? Check out our Read Alike suggestions listing for some great ideas for similar reads!

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Draw Dinosaurs with Pop-up Art School!

Tuesday, February 15th at 4pm on Zoom Join Pop-Up Art School on Zoom and draw dinosaurs! All of these Jurassic herbivores and carnivores can be drawn with supplies from home, or we can provide them. This program is great for ages 6-11.  Please gather all the materials before the class begins: ● 6 pieces of drawing […]

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Weekend Storytime

What is Saturday? It is story-day! Enjoy stories, songs, and silliness in this monthly Saturday storytime. This program is for children ages 0-6. Please sign up to save your spot. Saturday, December 11th at 10am Saturday, January 22nd at 10am

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Kids Gingerbread Houses

Saturday, December 18th @ 10am Pick up a craft kit at the library and decorate your own delicious Gingerbread House at home! A guided workshop will be hosted on Zoom by Mandy Roberge of Wicked Good Henna. Please only request a kit for families with children ages 6 to 11. Only one kit per family, but this […]

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Geometric Cats

Tuesday, December 14 at 4pm Make your cat bold, with bright colors and geometric patterns in the style of artist Laurel Burch. Learn how to draw the eyes, nose and mouth of a cat. Staple your paper cat to another piece of paper, and stuff the inside with paper to make a standing 3-D cat! […]

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Santa Gnomes

Saturday, December 4th at 10am Great craft to get in the holiday spirit! No sewing involved — great for kids of all ages. You will make a cute Santa gnome that is a perfect holiday gift. This program is presented in-person by Mandy Roberge of Wicked Good Henna. Registration required.

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Hanukkah Storytime

Tuesday, November 30th at 11am Rachel Lefebvre from PJ Library and the Lappin Foundation will be hosting an engaging Virtual Hanukkah Storytime for ages 0-6. Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday that this year begins on November 28th and lasts until December 6th. This program will be hosted through Zoom.Please register for the storytime – just […]

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Spooky Beginner Book Club

Tuesday, Nov. 30 at 4:15pm Just beginning to read chapter books? Then, check out this virtual book club for short chapter book. This beginner book has illustrations and fun characters. Make sure you register to save your spot. Then, we will send you an email with the Zoom link and to arrange a pickup of […]

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Holiday Decorating

Help us decorate the Library for all the upcoming holidays! Register online and pick up your paper lantern between 11/19 and 12/3. Decorate it at home and make it as colorful as you like- then bring it back for us to hang in the Children’s Room.

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How to Draw Pokémon

Tuesday, November 16 at 4pm Learn how to draw your favorite Pokémon characters including Pikachu! Pop-up Art School will show you how to draw step-by-step using basic shapes and easy to follow instructions.  This program will be held virtually on Zoom for ages 6-11.Registration is required. Please gather the materials before the class starts: ●10 […]