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Chick Hatching
Keep watch on eggs we have in an incubator over a 2 week period. Then, observe live chicks at the library the following week. Eggs arrive on October 7th. Our chicks should hatch around October 21st and can be observed in the library through October 27th.
Kindergarten Club
Join us Thursdays at 6:30 pm to prepare your preschooler for kindergarten! Children ages 4 – 6 can practice the alphabet, numbers, and motor skills to prepare for kindergarten! We will practice letter sounds and writing letters using a variety of multisensory literacy activities. Children will also practice the important fine motor skills […]
A Hundred Acre Celebration
Come celebrate 100 years of Winnie the Pooh on Monday, October 12th from 6:00 – 7:00 pm! Drop in during the hour to: Pin the tail on Eeyore Have a story time picnic with Pooh and friends Play Hunny Toss Go on a scavenger hunt Find 100 paper bees And more!
Story Times
Join us for Story Time on Tuesday mornings! Toddlers (0-3 years) and their caregivers meet Tuesdays from 10:00 – 10:30 am. Preschoolers (3-6 years) and their caregivers meet Tuesdays from 11:00 – 11:35 am. Each week focuses on a different theme using books, songs, and finger plays to reinforce the topic and boost early literacy. We incorporate lots of music and movement. There are […]
Paws for Reading
Register your child for a 10 minute time slot in which they will read a story to a certified therapy dog. Emma is a nonjudgmental listener who will encourage children to read and help struggling readers find confidence. Emma will be available on Tuesdays, October 13, November 10, and December 8 from 4:00 – 5:00 […]
Beginner’s Genealogy Search
Are you interested in learning more about your family history but don’t know where to start? This presentation, given by the Madison County Genealogical Society on Wednesday, October 14 at 6:30 pm, will give you all the information you need to know to start your search!
Reading Dragons & Friends
Reading Dragons & Friends are collectible playing cards children and teens can collect for reading. This will run from October through May. This is what you need to know: At the moment, this is only for readers 18 and under. Come to the front desk and get a tracker and starter pack. Mark off each […]
A Prythian Celebration
It’s finally here! The release of ACOTAR book 6! Come on Tuesday, October 26 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm and enjoy games, snacks, and crafts all centered around your favorite book series to celebrate the long-awaited release of A Court of Splintered Harmony. Program for ages 18+ only.
Trick-or-Treat Book Giveaway
Trick-or-Treat at the library for a new, free book on Thursday, October 29th from 5:00 – 8:00 pm! Stop by the library while you are out trick-or-treating. Pick out a brand new book for keeps! We have a selection of books for patrons of all ages – including adults!! While supplies last!
Dinovember Egg Hunt
Find a plastic egg hiding in the library and open it to reveal a dino sticker that you get to keep! Take it to a staff member to refill the egg and hide it for someone else! One egg/sticker per person per day. While supplies last in November.