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This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Mini-Montessori for 2 - 6 year olds

10:15am - 11:30am
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Children age 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori! Montessori play is purposeful play that mimics real-life tasks. It focuses on mindfulness during activities and focusing on the task at hand.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

E-Game Day

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Learning Lab
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games, Technology
Event Details:

Are you a video gamer? Try out our tech gaming options on board the Mobile Learning Lab!  We will have our Nintendo Switch, VR headset, tablets, and computers available for use.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Rock Photo Holder

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Centre Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Come and design your own photo holder! Perfect to store a fun summer memory. Pre-registration is required.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Pittsville Puzzlers

All Day
Pittsville Branch
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you love doing jigsaw puzzles? Want to take part in a summer adventure piece by piece? Come to the Pittsville Branch every Saturday all day and help us complete a puzzle.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Growing Up WILD! (Ages 2 - 5)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Growing Up WILD is an early childhood program that builds on children’s sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and the world around them.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Mini-Montessori for 2 - 6 year olds

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Class or Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Children age 2 - 6 and their caregivers are invited to Mini-Montessori! Montessori play is purposeful play that mimics real-life tasks. It focuses on mindfulness during activities and focusing on the task at hand.

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Sunday Scrabble & More

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Stop by the Sarbanes Branch for an afternoon of wordsmithing with the classic game Scrabble.

Boards and dictionary will be provided for use, but feel free to bring your own, too!

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Preschool Playgroup

10:30am - 11:00am
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, STEM, Class or Workshop
Event Details:

Children 0 - 5 and their caregivers are invited to Preschool Playgroup. Join us for free play, developmentally appropriate guided play, and structured activities, all while learning early socialization. 

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.

 

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Computer Tutor

10:30am - 11:30am
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn the basics in our Computer Tutor series!

Self-paced, hands-on learning for just the basics, including:

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

3D Printing for Kids

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM, Class or Workshop, Summer Reading, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Paws to Read

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
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
Registration Required
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.

 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Make a Reading Pointer

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centre Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Storybook Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come and join us for an awesome craft! Make your own reading pointer stick with us! Pre-registration is required.

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Beginner's Arabic for Adults

5:30pm - 6:15pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Room 3
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a beginner's Arabic class! We will introduce Standard Arabic, go over language concepts and characteristics, build conversational verses, and cover reading and writing skills.

This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Crochet 101

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: STEAM Studio
Age Group: Ages 12-18
Program Type: Class or Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

If you'd like to learn to crochet and are in middle or high school, join us the 4th Tuesday of each month!

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Family Storytime in the Park

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Bring your little ones to Family Storytime in the Riverside Games Park on Tuesdays at 6:00 this summer. We'll share books, songs, and movement. Storytime is designed for preschoolers but the whole family is welcome. 

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Board Game Bunch (55+)

11:00am - 1:00pm
Centre Branch
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

The Board Game Bunch is for those 55+ who want to try out new board games and make new friends. Every Wednesday at 11am.  Drop-ins are welcome.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Ages 12-18" group.

Project Wild

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Centre Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Ages 12-18
Program Type: STEM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Wednesday Night Uno-Fest

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsville Branch
Library Branch: Pittsville Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

It's an Uno-Fest! Come play this exciting card game every 4th Wednesday at the Pittsville branch! Drop-ins welcome!

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Coffee Club

10:30am - 12:00pm
Centre Branch
Library Branch: Centre Branch
Room: The Space at Centre
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stop by Centre Branch on Thursday mornings and join the Coffee Club. Enjoy coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, meet new friends, and chat with others to start your day right! Help us save waste; bring a mug! No registration is required. 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday.

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.

 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Need a place to study or do some work?  Just need to use a computer for a short task? Stop by the Mobile Learning Lab parked at Willards Lions Community Center!

-Free Computer use

-Wi-Fi

-Job Search Help

Closed for Labor Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch, Bookmobile, Centre Branch, Mobile Learning Lab, Pittsville Branch, Off Site
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

All 0-5 year-olds and their caregivers are welcome to join us to share songs, rhymes, and stories together every Thursday.

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.

 

This event is in the "Ages 19+" group.

Sunday Scrabble & More

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Paul S. Sarbanes Branch
Age Group: Ages 19+
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Stop by the Sarbanes Branch for an afternoon of wordsmithing with the classic game Scrabble.

Boards and dictionary will be provided for use, but feel free to bring your own, too!