Summer Reading 2024
Summer Reading will run from June 24th to August 9th. Help the adventure begin by donating new, unopened toys or games to be used as weekly prizes! This summer there will be 7 weeks where kids & teens can earn prizes just by logging their reading!
We are looking for donations of new, unopened toys or games that can be used as prizes during the Summer Reading Program. Local kid-friendly gift cards will also be accepted. We will be accepting donations throughout the month of May.
Upcoming Storytimes
Toddler Time
(for 19 mo. - 36 mo.)
Monday, May 13th at 10AM
Join us as we read stories, do fun activities, and play together! This drop-in program is approximately 30 minutes long followed by 20 minutes of playtime.
Art & Stories
(for ages 3 - 5)
Tuesdays, May 14th & 28th at 10AM
Join us for a short Story Time followed by an art project. We will explore simple art concepts and experiment with materials. Please wear clothing that can get messy!
Baby Storytime
(for birth - 18 mo.)
Thursdays, May 2nd, 16th & 30th at 10AM
Join us as we learn a little American Sign Language, read stories, sing fun songs, and play together! This program is approximately 30 minutes long followed by 20 minutes of playtime.
Upcoming Special Programs
Grow, Play, & Learn
(for birth - 2 with caregivers)
Wednesdays or Fridays at 9:45AM
Stories, songs and skill building! Resources provided based on children’s individual needs. Ages and Stages Questionnaire to be completed. This program is brought to us by Pathways for Parents. Please only come to 1 GPL class per week. If you have siblings in each age group please come to the older group held at 10:45AM.
Grow, Play, & Learn
(for ages 3 - 5 with caregivers)
Wednesdays or Fridays at 10:45AM
Stories, songs and skill building! Resources provided based on children’s individual needs. Ages and Stages Questionnaire to be completed. This program is brought to us by Pathways for Parents. Please only come to 1 GPL class per week. If you have siblings in each age group please come to the older group held at 10:45AM.
S.T.E.A.M.
(for ages 3 - 6 with caregivers)
Wednesdays, May 1st & 8th at 3:30PM
Children and families will explore the concepts of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math, while completing the activity provided. This program is brought to us by Pathways for Parents. Registration is required.
Family Take & Make Craft
(for all ages)
First day of the week - while supplies last
A new take & make craft will be available each week during the month of May while supplies last.
This month’s crafts include: Love You to the Moon & Back Sign, Flower Pot Whale, Pom Pom Caterpillar, Rainbow Handprint Sign.
Anxiety Workshop
(for ages 5 - 10 and caregivers)
Tuesday, May 7th at 6PM - 8PM
Training will include all things anxiety in kids – criteria for diagnosis, symptoms, coping skills, parent
techniques, treatment options, sleep talk, friendship struggles, self-esteem etc. This class will cover the
standard stressors kiddos face when they have anxiety or worry. This program is brought to us by Pathways for Parents. Registration is required. Caregivers may come alone.
Story Art
(for ages 4 - 6)
Wednesday, May 15th at 3:30PM
We will engage with a storybook, then facilitate hands-on creative activities, while using art as a way to contribute to more successful learning. This group is perfect for homeschoolers and families who are not
engaged with preschool. This program is brought to us by Pathways for Parents. Registration is required.
Enchanted Village
(for grades 3 - 4)
Wednesday, May 15th at 6PM
We will use a variety of materials to build a tiny village for fairies and gnomes! Our village will be displayed in
the Children’s Room until June 15th. Registration is required.
Music and Movement
(for ages 2 - 5)
Wednesdays, May 22nd & 29th at 3:30PM
This group will incorporate moving our body while using songs that may focus on following directions, using
your five senses, and exploring your body in relation to the space around it. We will work on imitation while
exploring and creating organic movements. Come enjoy this movement based group with your caregiver.
This program is brought to us by Pathways for Parents. Registration is required.
Mindful Moods
(for grades 1 - 4)
Thursday, May 23rd at 6:30PM
Moods and feelings can be fun and but also overwhelming at times. In this program we will celebrate all different kinds of feelings, and practice what to do when negative feelings start to take over. Registration is required.
Special Animal Corner Bookmark Drop-In Craft
(for all ages)
All day on Saturday, May 25th
Stop in anytime on Saturday, May 25th and make a special animal corner bookmark craft, while supplies last.
Bubble Painting
(for grades K - 2)
Wednesday, May 29th at 6PM
Create a beautiful painting while blowing bubbles! Paint is involved, make sure to wear clothes that can get a bit messy. Registration is required.
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