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Ready to Read Family Programs |
The library has workshops for families to learn more about the Six Skills
for Early Literacy and fun, easy ways to develop them in children ages 0-5. All children's
programs held at the library reinforce these skills. Search the Library
Events Calendar for Books2Go programs and activities at your library
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Early Learning Family Nights
Center Street and Martin Luther King Libraries feature Family Nights designed to teach children five and younger literacy through play. Parents will learn how to help develop the Six Skills for Early Literacy with their children. Family Nights include a light dinner, story time, and interactive play. A facilitator is present at all the Family Nights to introduce the evenings activity and to answer any questions parents may have on ways they can develop their children's pre-reading skills. Children must be accompanied by a parent. To register, call or stop in the library. Walk-ins welcome if space is available.
Center Street Library
Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.
Martin Luther King Library
Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.
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Parents and children are encouraged to use their imaginations as they explore the various themes each week: |
Nov. 18 & 19 - Mr. Fun Magic Show
Be ready to be amazed as Mr. Fun (Bruce Nelson) creates magic right before your eyes. |
Nov. 25 & 26 - Thanksgiving Celebration
Plan and prepare a pretend Thanksgiving meal as we share what we are thankful for.
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Dec. 2 & 3 - Holiday Sing-along with Ken Baron
This interactive holiday sing-along will get everyone moving and singing.
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Dec. 9 & 10 - Movie Theater
Get your tickets and don't forget the popcorn for a great time at our pretend movie theater.
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Dec. 16 & 17 - Winter Celebration
Let's celebrate winter as we create snowmen, listen to winter stories and sip hot chocolate.
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Family Nights are funded by a grant from the Federal Library Services Technology Act (LSTA).
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Family Story Times
Stories, crafts, songs and fun for preschoolers ages 2-5 and their parents or caregiver. Call 286-3055 to register. Special story times for child care centers; call to schedule.
Zablocki Library
Tuesdays, September 9 through December 9, 10-10:45 a.m.
Thursdays, January 8, 2009 through February 26, 2009 10-10:45 a.m.
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Saturday Morning Family Play Date
Families with children ages 5 and younger are invited to a fun-filled, hands-on interactive hour of stories and play activities. Learn how to develop literacy skills through play and reading together. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Mill Road Library
Saturday, January 24, 2009, 10-11 a.m.
Post Office! Create a card, letter or package and take turns setting up routes, delivering and receiving mail.
Washington Park Library
Saturday, February 28, 2009, 10-11 a.m.
Bakery Shop! Take turns being the baker, the server and the customer at the bakery.
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Please note: For program promotion purposes, from time to time photographs may be taken of participants. If you do not wish to have your photo or your child’s photo taken, please notify the photographer and/or librarian. |
