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3D Printing for Kids

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Learn to design 3D printing projects in Tinkercad! Projects that are not finished printing by the end of the session will be available for pick-up the following session. Space is l...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Learn to design 3D printing projects in Tinkercad! Projects that are not finished printing by the end of the session will be available for pick-up the following session. Space is limited, 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.

 

Paws to Read

Monday, June 10, 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.

 

Egg Carton Exploration

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn how to make adorable crafts out of egg cartons. Summer is a great time for outside adventures, and what better way to remember them than making your own tr...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn how to make adorable crafts out of egg cartons. Summer is a great time for outside adventures, and what better way to remember them than making your own treasure chest from an egg carton! Pre-registration is required.

Project Wild

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come get WILD with us this summer. Project Wild is a conservation and environmental education program that focuses on wildlife and habitat. The goal of Project WILD is to develop&n...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come get WILD with us this summer. Project Wild is a conservation and environmental education program that focuses on wildlife and habitat.

Storytime and Craft @ Winterplace Park

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Storywalk at the Parks, Summer Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come join us at Winterplace Park for stories, music, and a craft! While you are there, check out our story walk.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Storywalk at the Parks, Summer Reading, Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us at Winterplace Park for stories, music, and a craft! While you are there, check out our story walk.

Egg Carton Exploration

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn how to make adorable crafts out of egg cartons. Come and explore nature with your new egg carton caterpillar! Pre-registration is required. The program is ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn how to make adorable crafts out of egg cartons. Come and explore nature with your new egg carton caterpillar! Pre-registration is required. The program is geared toward children 6 to 11, but we welcome any age. 

Game On!

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come play your favorite video games every month! Every month is something new, so be sure to check us out. We have a variety of games for the Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch, VR hea...

Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come play your favorite video games every month! Every month is something new, so be sure to check us out. We have a variety of games for the Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch, VR headsets, and even board games!

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, June 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

Project Wild

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come get WILD with us this summer. Project Wild is a conservation and environmental education program that focuses on wildlife and habitat. The goal of Project WILD is to develop&n...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come get WILD with us this summer. Project Wild is a conservation and environmental education program that focuses on wildlife and habitat.

3D Printing for Kids

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Learn to design 3D printing projects in Tinkercad! Projects that are not finished printing by the end of the session will be available for pick-up the following session. Space is l...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn to design 3D printing projects in Tinkercad! Projects that are not finished printing by the end of the session will be available for pick-up the following session. Space is limited, 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.

 

Paws to Read

Monday, June 24, 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.

 

Egg Carton Exploration

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn how to make adorable crafts out of egg cartons. Come explore mark-making with egg cartons and turn them into beautiful flowers on a card. Pre-registration ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn how to make adorable crafts out of egg cartons. Come explore mark-making with egg cartons and turn them into beautiful flowers on a card. Pre-registration is required.

Picture of performer Nathalia holding a guitar

Mil Colores: A Bilingual Family Concert with Nathalia

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Nathalia presents, ‘Mil Colores’ (A Thousand Colors) Colombian-born songwriter and performer, Nathalia, hosts a fun and interactive presentation of her original biling...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Nathalia presents, ‘Mil Colores’ (A Thousand Colors)

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.

 

Project Wild

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come get WILD with us this summer. Project Wild is a conservation and environmental education program that focuses on wildlife and habitat. The goal of Project WILD is to develop&n...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come get WILD with us this summer. Project Wild is a conservation and environmental education program that focuses on wildlife and habitat.

Family Movie Night

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Movie, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly monday movie night! Children and their families are welcome to join us for a movie! Snacks and drinks will be available. This program is free and registr...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Movie, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly monday movie night! Children and their families are welcome to join us for a movie! Snacks and drinks will be available.

This program is free and registration is not 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.

 

A Magical Adventure with Tom Lilly

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Join us for a magical adventure with performer Tom Lilly! Tom's magic show is sure to delight children and teens alike! Registration is not required.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for a magical adventure with performer Tom Lilly! Tom's magic show is sure to delight children and teens alike!

Registration is not 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.

 

Storytime and Craft @ Cedar Hill Marina

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Mobile Learning Lab
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Storywalk at the Parks, Summer Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come join us at our Cedar Hill Marina for a stories, music, and a craft!  While you are there, check out our story walk.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Storywalk at the Parks, Summer Reading, Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us at our Cedar Hill Marina for a stories, music, and a craft!  While you are there, check out our story walk.

Paint Your Own Fireworks

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

In celebration of the Fourth of July come in and paint your own firework scene to keep forever! Pre-registration is required. 

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

In celebration of the Fourth of July come in and paint your own firework scene to keep forever! Pre-registration is required. 

Project Wild

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Space at Centre at Centre Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Event Details:

Come get WILD with us this summer. Project Wild is a conservation and environmental education program that focuses on wildlife and habitat. The goal of Project WILD is to develop&n...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come get WILD with us this summer. Project Wild is a conservation and environmental education program that focuses on wildlife and habitat.

Visit with Chincoteague Pony

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Children's Main Floor at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Event Details:

Children will have the opportunity to meet a Chincoteague Pony! We will start on the children's main floor to learn about how to interact with the pony, then we will finish outside...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Main Floor
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18, Ages 19+, Everyone
Program Type: Guest Speaker or Performance, Special Events, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Children will have the opportunity to meet a Chincoteague Pony! We will start on the children's main floor to learn about how to interact with the pony, then we will finish outside! 

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.

 

Around the World in 12 Holidays

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Get ready for a year-long adventure! Around the World in 12 Holidays is a once a month adventure for explorers ages 5-12 where we will learn about the ways people around the world ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Get ready for a year-long adventure! Around the World in 12 Holidays is a once a month adventure for explorers ages 5-12 where we will learn about the ways people around the world celebrate holidays and what makes us all beautifully unique!

3D Printing for Kids

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
STEAM Studio at Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Learn to design 3D printing projects in Tinkercad! Projects that are not finished printing by the end of the session will be available for pick-up the following session. Space is l...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn to design 3D printing projects in Tinkercad! Projects that are not finished printing by the end of the session will be available for pick-up the following session. Space is limited, 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.

 

Paws to Read

Monday, July 8, 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.

 

Create Your Superhero ID Card

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Storybook Room at Centre Branch
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Every superhero needs a superhero ID card. Stop in the Storybook Room and make yours to have while you are off saving the world! Pre-registration is required.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Every superhero needs a superhero ID card. Stop in the Storybook Room and make yours to have while you are off saving the world! Pre-registration is required.