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Kids STEAM - Take Home Kit

All Day
Kids
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Full STEAM Ahead! Challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

Harness the power of the sun! This month you can craft a mini solar oven and cook a rock for melted crayon painting.

Teen Take & Make Lit Kit

All Day
Teens
The Village Library
Required
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Online + Curbside (The Village)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Enjoy science, art, and literacy activities from home with these prepared activity kits! These Lit Kits include supplies for fun activities inspired by books on the Intermediate or High School Sequoyah list.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

Almonte Library in the Wild

9:00am - 4:00pm
All Ages
Almonte Library
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Offsite (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs
Event Description:

Need Assistance or a take-home kit? The Almonte Library will be at Trinity Lutheran Church available to answer any general questions. We hope you stop by to see us this summer!

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

Take-Home Kit: Beaded Bubble Wands

9:00am - 4:00pm
Kids
Almonte Library
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Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Online (Almonte)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Blow on in to our temporary location and pick up a kit to design your own beaded bubble wand! Explore the science of bubbles as you blow up these buoyant beauties at home!.

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

Homeless Alliance Housing Assistance

9:00am - 5:00pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Sequoyah Conference Room (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Family Programs
Event Description:

Need help with housing assistance? Come meet with our Homeless Alliance Housing Navigator!

Baby Time (Ages Birth-12 mos)

9:30am - 10:15am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
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Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Calling all infants and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Toddler Storytime

9:30am - 10:15am
Birth-PreK
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Toddler Storytime is aimed at ages 0-3. Join us for a slightly shorter version of Storytime with shorter books, more songs, and more wiggles!

Art Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
Del City Library
Required
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Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Art is for anyone at any age! Help the littlest artists in your life explore drawing, painting, and so much more as we create beautiful, messy art.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Fall Beginner Gardening

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Downtown Library
Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

This course will offer you the basics of how to create a fall garden in your space; whether you have a large home, apartment or a shared space, you can garden!

Mother Goose on the Loose

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
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Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes

Hey, Diddle Diddle-- Kids and families will love Mother Goose on the Loose ®! Mother Goose on the Loose ® is a play-based early literacy program that uses books, puppets, flannel pieces, music, and movement to bring language and literacy to life! Join us for this exciting, innovative program for young children.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Infant Crisis Services' BabyMobile

10:00am - 2:00pm
Birth-PreK
Bethany Library
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outside (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need food, formula, or diapers?  The Infant Crisis Services' BabyMobile will be in the library parking lot 10am-2pm.  Stop by and receive a week's worth of diapers, and formula or food while supplies last.  Eligible a

Tai Chi

10:15am - 11:15am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Let's get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK
Choctaw Library
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Toddler Storytime is aimed at ages 0-3. Join us for a slightly shorter version of Storytime with shorter books, more songs, and more wiggles!

Toddler Time (Ages 1-3)

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth-PreK
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Program Room (Northwest)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Calling all Toddlers, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Story & Song: Good Night

11:00am - 11:30am
Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Zoom (Downtown)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Join us online for Storytime with the Downtown Library! Connect virtually with other children and caregivers as you enjoy interactive books, songs, rhymes, and more from the comfort of your home.

Disclaimer(s)

This event is an online event offered through video and web conferencing software.  If you register for this program, you will be emailed the link to connect digitally.   Please note, you may need to install an app or computer application to attend this program.  If you have any issues connecting, please reach out to askalibrarian@metrolibrary.org.

Southern Oaks Book Club

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

New members are always welcome! Stop by the Information Service Desk to pick up our current book selection, Our Woman in Moscow by Beatriz Williams. Our meetings are recurring and take place the second Tuesday of each month.

How It Works: The Respiratory System (Ages 5-12)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

It’s so important that we do it automatically – all day, all night, every day, every night. What is it? Breathing! 

What parts of your body are used for breathing? Take a deep breath. Where did the air come in?

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Family LEGO Challenge

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Kids
Belle Isle Library
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Library Branch: Belle Isle Library
Room: Programming Room (Belle Isle)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Family LEGO Challenge continues into August. Join us for LEGO Challenges or do free builds!

Fall Beginner Gardening

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Required
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

This course will offer you the basics of how to create a fall garden in your space; whether you have a large home, apartment or a shared space, you can garden!

Let's Play Chess

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Jones Library
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Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Ready, Set,...Chess! Come and join us for an evening of chess. All skill levels ages 10 and up are welcome! Come if you are interested in learning how to play or if you are looking for a fun competitive game.

Bethany Writing Group

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Bethany Library
Required
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Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

This event is a reccuring series for a critique group of writers. The group required pre-registration. If you're interested, a new session will begin in September 2023.