Events at the Library
Sunday, December 15th
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Toddler Obstacle Course
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Dec. 15th 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come join us in expending some pent up energy in this specially designed active obstacle course for little ones. Babies are welcome in their own activity corner with caregivers. Adults must remain with children for the duration of playtime. Appropriate for ages 6 months- 6 years.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, December 18th
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Paws To Read
Story Time Room Wed., Dec. 18th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Come to JPL and read to a Certified Therapy Dog. Reading sessions are one-on-one with the dog (the trainer is also present) and lasts 15 minutes. The program is for independent readers in grades 2-7. Registration is required. Brought to you by the Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society.
Category: Kids
Thursday, December 26th
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Reservation
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Thu., Dec. 26th 8:00am - 5:00pm
Category: Kids
Tuesday, December 31st
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New Year's Eve Palooza
Archive Room, Story Time Room, Youth Services Area Tue., Dec. 31st 10:00am - 2:00pm
Drop in anytime between 10am-2pm and join us for a fun New Year's Eve celebration. Follow a scavenger hunt throughout the library and earn prizes as you go. Create a party hat, earn 2020 glasses, and finish the day off with a fun photo at our photo booth! Open to kids of all ages and their grown up.
Category: Kids
Sunday, January 5th
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Create A Craft
Youth Services Area Sun., Jan. 5th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time.
Category: Kids
Monday, January 6th
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Mon., Jan. 6th 9:30am - 10:00am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Mon., Jan. 6th 10:00am - 10:30am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Reservation
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Mon., Jan. 6th All Day
Category: Kids
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Scissors & Stories: A Diy Family Storytime
Story Time Room Mon., Jan. 6th 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Books, a craft, and a play activity will be provided by youth services staff in the Story Time room. Come read and play with your child and enjoy your own storytime during the open evening hours.
Category: Kids
Tuesday, January 7th
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Press Play!
Story Time Room Tue., Jan. 7th 9:30am - 10:30am
Come and play with your child. Each week we will offer different types of play prompts, sensory bins, & books to share. Press Play! is geared towards kids 18 months-4 years. No registration is necessary.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, January 8th
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Wed., Jan. 8th 10:00am - 10:30am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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B.y.o.book
Story Time Room Wed., Jan. 8th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Kids in 3-5th grade are encouraged to "bring your own book" to discuss at this specially designed program. Monthly meetings include snacks and an activity.
Category: Kids
Thursday, January 9th
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Bouncing Babies
Story Time Room Thu., Jan. 9th 9:15am - 9:45am
Bouncing Babies story hour includes rhymes, songs, bounces and books just right for your little one! Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time. Designed for children from birth-18 months and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
Sunday, January 12th
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sun., Jan. 12th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.
Category: Kids
Monday, January 13th
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Mon., Jan. 13th 9:30am - 10:00am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Mon., Jan. 13th 10:00am - 10:30am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Little Lotus Yoga
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Mon., Jan. 13th 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Playful yoga poses combined with picture books, crafts, and other age appropriate props will spark your child's inner yogin. For children ages 4-10 and their parent or guardian. Registration required.
Category: Kids
Tuesday, January 14th
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Press Play!
Story Time Room Tue., Jan. 14th 9:30am - 10:30am
Come and play with your child. Each week we will offer different types of play prompts, sensory bins, & books to share. Press Play! is geared towards kids 18 months-4 years. No registration is necessary.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, January 15th
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Wed., Jan. 15th 10:00am - 10:30am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Paws To Read
Story Time Room Wed., Jan. 15th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Come to JPL and read to a Certified Therapy Dog. Reading sessions are one-on-one with the dog (the trainer is also present) and lasts 15 minutes. The program is for independent readers in grades 2-7. Registration is required. Brought to you by the Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society.
Category: Kids
Thursday, January 16th
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Bouncing Babies
Story Time Room Thu., Jan. 16th 9:15am - 9:45am
Bouncing Babies story hour includes rhymes, songs, bounces and books just right for your little one! Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time. Designed for children from birth-18 months and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
Sunday, January 19th
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Toddler Obstacle Course
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Jan. 19th 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come join us in expending some pent up energy in this specially designed active obstacle course for little ones. Babies are welcome in their own activity corner with caregivers. Adults must remain with children for the duration of playtime. Appropriate for ages 6 months- 6 years.
Category: Kids
Tuesday, January 21st
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Press Play!
Story Time Room Tue., Jan. 21st 9:30am - 10:30am
Come and play with your child. Each week we will offer different types of play prompts, sensory bins, & books to share. Press Play! is geared towards kids 18 months-4 years. No registration is necessary.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, January 22nd
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Wed., Jan. 22nd 10:00am - 10:30am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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No Early Out Wednesday Program
Youth Services Area Wed., Jan. 22nd All Day
No early out Wednesday program scheduled due to the school's calendar.
Category: Kids
Thursday, January 23rd
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Bouncing Babies
Story Time Room Thu., Jan. 23rd 9:15am - 9:45am
Bouncing Babies story hour includes rhymes, songs, bounces and books just right for your little one! Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time. Designed for children from birth-18 months and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Paws To Read
Story Time Room Thu., Jan. 23rd 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Come to JPL and read to a Certified Therapy Dog. Reading sessions are one-on-one with the dog (the trainer is also present) and lasts 15 minutes. The program is for independent readers in grades 2-7. Registration is required. Brought to you by the Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society.
Category: Kids
Sunday, January 26th
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sun., Jan. 26th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.
Category: Kids
Monday, January 27th
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Mon., Jan. 27th 9:30am - 10:00am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Mon., Jan. 27th 10:00am - 10:30am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Little Lotus Yoga
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Mon., Jan. 27th 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Playful yoga poses combined with picture books, crafts, and other age appropriate props will spark your child's inner yogin. For children ages 4-10 and their parent or guardian. Registration required.
Category: Kids
Tuesday, January 28th
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Press Play!
Story Time Room Tue., Jan. 28th 9:30am - 10:30am
Come and play with your child. Each week we will offer different types of play prompts, sensory bins, & books to share. Press Play! is geared towards kids 18 months-4 years. No registration is necessary.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, January 29th
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Wed., Jan. 29th 10:00am - 10:30am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Kids In The Kitchen: International Edition
Story Time Room Wed., Jan. 29th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Learn basic cooking skills and prepare simple and fun international foods in this hands-on cooking experience for kids in 3rd-5th grade. Space is limited and registration is required. Please Note: Our recipes may contain wheat, egg, dairy, or soy allergens.
Category: Kids
Thursday, January 30th
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Bouncing Babies
Story Time Room Thu., Jan. 30th 9:15am - 9:45am
Bouncing Babies story hour includes rhymes, songs, bounces and books just right for your little one! Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time. Designed for children from birth-18 months and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
Sunday, February 2nd
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Create A Craft
Youth Services Area Sun., Feb. 2nd 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time.
Category: Kids
Monday, February 3rd
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Mon., Feb. 3rd 9:30am - 10:00am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Mon., Feb. 3rd 10:00am - 10:30am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
Tuesday, February 4th
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Press Play!
Story Time Room Tue., Feb. 4th 9:30am - 10:30am
Come and play with your child. Each week we will offer different types of play prompts, sensory bins, & books to share. Press Play! is geared towards kids 18 months-4 years. No registration is necessary.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, February 5th
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Story Time Together
Story Time Room Wed., Feb. 5th 10:00am - 10:30am
Interact with your child as we use books, songs, music, finger plays, and flannel boards to build early literacy skills. Designed for children from 18 months through preschool and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
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Block Party!
Story Time Room Wed., Feb. 5th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Come to the library for an unstructured, creative building program. Stay for the entire event or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the blocks and other building materials; you supply the imagination! For kids in grade K-5. Adults must stay with children under the age of 9.
Category: Kids
Thursday, February 6th
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Bouncing Babies
Story Time Room Thu., Feb. 6th 9:15am - 9:45am
Bouncing Babies story hour includes rhymes, songs, bounces and books just right for your little one! Build your baby's foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time. Designed for children from birth-18 months and their caregivers.
Category: Kids
Sunday, February 9th
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sun., Feb. 9th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.
Category: Kids
Monday, February 10th
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Little Lotus Yoga
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Mon., Feb. 10th 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Playful yoga poses combined with picture books, crafts, and other age appropriate props will spark your child's inner yogin. For children ages 4-10 and their parent or guardian. Registration required.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, February 12th
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B.y.o.book
Story Time Room Wed., Feb. 12th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Kids in 3-5th grade are encouraged to "bring your own book" to discuss at this specially designed program. Monthly meetings include snacks and an activity.
Category: Kids
Sunday, February 16th
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Toddler Obstacle Course
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Feb. 16th 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come join us in expending some pent up energy in this specially designed active obstacle course for little ones. Babies are welcome in their own activity corner with caregivers. Adults must remain with children for the duration of playtime. Appropriate for ages 6 months- 6 years.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, February 19th
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No Early Out Wednesday Program
Youth Services Area Wed., Feb. 19th All Day
No early out Wednesday program scheduled due to the school's calendar.
Category: Kids
Sunday, February 23rd
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sun., Feb. 23rd 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.
Category: Kids
Monday, February 24th
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Little Lotus Yoga
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Mon., Feb. 24th 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Playful yoga poses combined with picture books, crafts, and other age appropriate props will spark your child's inner yogin. For children ages 4-10 and their parent or guardian. Registration required.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, February 26th
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Kids In The Kitchen: International Edition
Story Time Room Wed., Feb. 26th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Learn basic cooking skills and prepare simple and fun international foods in this hands-on cooking experience for kids in 3rd-5th grade. Space is limited and registration is required. Please Note: Our recipes may contain wheat, egg, dairy, or soy allergens.
Category: Kids
Thursday, February 27th
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Paws To Read
Story Time Room Thu., Feb. 27th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Come to JPL and read to a Certified Therapy Dog. Reading sessions are one-on-one with the dog (the trainer is also present) and lasts 15 minutes. The program is for independent readers in grades 2-7. Registration is required. Brought to you by the Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society.
Category: Kids
Sunday, March 1st
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Create A Craft
Youth Services Area Sun., Mar. 1st 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, March 4th
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Block Party!
Story Time Room Wed., Mar. 4th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Come to the library for an unstructured, creative building program. Stay for the entire event or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the blocks and other building materials; you supply the imagination! For kids in grade K-5. Adults must stay with children under the age of 9.
Category: Kids
Sunday, March 8th
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sun., Mar. 8th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.
Category: Kids
Monday, March 9th
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Little Lotus Yoga
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Mon., Mar. 9th 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Playful yoga poses combined with picture books, crafts, and other age appropriate props will spark your child's inner yogin. For children ages 4-10 and their parent or guardian. Registration required.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, March 11th
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B.y.o.book
Story Time Room Wed., Mar. 11th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Kids in 3-5th grade are encouraged to "bring your own book" to discuss at this specially designed program. Monthly meetings include snacks and an activity.
Category: Kids
Sunday, March 15th
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Toddler Obstacle Course
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Mar. 15th 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come join us in expending some pent up energy in this specially designed active obstacle course for little ones. Babies are welcome in their own activity corner with caregivers. Adults must remain with children for the duration of playtime. Appropriate for ages 6 months- 6 years.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, March 18th
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Paws To Read
Story Time Room Wed., Mar. 18th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Come to JPL and read to a Certified Therapy Dog. Reading sessions are one-on-one with the dog (the trainer is also present) and lasts 15 minutes. The program is for independent readers in grades 2-7. Registration is required. Brought to you by the Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society.
Category: Kids
Sunday, March 22nd
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sun., Mar. 22nd 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.
Category: Kids
Monday, March 23rd
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Little Lotus Yoga
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Mon., Mar. 23rd 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Playful yoga poses combined with picture books, crafts, and other age appropriate props will spark your child's inner yogin. For children ages 4-10 and their parent or guardian. Registration required.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, March 25th
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Kids In The Kitchen: International Edition
Story Time Room Wed., Mar. 25th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Learn basic cooking skills and prepare simple and fun international foods in this hands-on cooking experience for kids in 3rd-5th grade. Space is limited and registration is required. Please Note: Our recipes may contain wheat, egg, dairy, or soy allergens.
Category: Kids
Thursday, March 26th
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Paws To Read
Story Time Room Thu., Mar. 26th 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Come to JPL and read to a Certified Therapy Dog. Reading sessions are one-on-one with the dog (the trainer is also present) and lasts 15 minutes. The program is for independent readers in grades 2-7. Registration is required. Brought to you by the Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, April 1st
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Block Party!
Story Time Room Wed., Apr. 1st 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Come to the library for an unstructured, creative building program. Stay for the entire event or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the blocks and other building materials; you supply the imagination! For kids in grade K-5. Adults must stay with children under the age of 9.
Category: Kids
Sunday, April 5th
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Create A Craft
Youth Services Area Sun., Apr. 5th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Come to the library to make a fun craft. All supplies are provided, no registration is necessary for this drop-in craft time.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, April 8th
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B.y.o.book
Story Time Room Wed., Apr. 8th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Kids in 3-5th grade are encouraged to "bring your own book" to discuss at this specially designed program. Monthly meetings include snacks and an activity.
Category: Kids
Monday, April 13th
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Little Lotus Yoga
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Mon., Apr. 13th 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Playful yoga poses combined with picture books, crafts, and other age appropriate props will spark your child's inner yogin. For children ages 4-10 and their parent or guardian. Registration required.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, April 15th
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Paws To Read
Story Time Room Wed., Apr. 15th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Come to JPL and read to a Certified Therapy Dog. Reading sessions are one-on-one with the dog (the trainer is also present) and lasts 15 minutes. The program is for independent readers in grades 2-7. Registration is required. Brought to you by the Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society.
Category: Kids
Sunday, April 19th
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Toddler Obstacle Course
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Sun., Apr. 19th 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come join us in expending some pent up energy in this specially designed active obstacle course for little ones. Babies are welcome in their own activity corner with caregivers. Adults must remain with children for the duration of playtime. Appropriate for ages 6 months- 6 years.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, April 22nd
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No Early Out Wednesday Program
Youth Services Area Wed., Apr. 22nd All Day
No early out Wednesday program scheduled due to the school's calendar.
Category: Kids
Thursday, April 23rd
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Paws To Read
Story Time Room Thu., Apr. 23rd 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Come to JPL and read to a Certified Therapy Dog. Reading sessions are one-on-one with the dog (the trainer is also present) and lasts 15 minutes. The program is for independent readers in grades 2-7. Registration is required. Brought to you by the Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society.
Category: Kids
Sunday, April 26th
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Can You Find It?
Youth Services Area Sun., Apr. 26th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.
Category: Kids
Monday, April 27th
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Little Lotus Yoga
East Meeting Room (1/2 of Large), West Meeting Room (1/2 of Large) Mon., Apr. 27th 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Playful yoga poses combined with picture books, crafts, and other age appropriate props will spark your child's inner yogin. For children ages 4-10 and their parent or guardian. Registration required.
Category: Kids
Wednesday, April 29th
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Kids In The Kitchen: International Edition
Story Time Room Wed., Apr. 29th 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Learn basic cooking skills and prepare simple and fun international foods in this hands-on cooking experience for kids in 3rd-5th grade. Space is limited and registration is required. Please Note: Our recipes may contain wheat, egg, dairy, or soy allergens.
Category: Kids