Children's Programs
Upcoming Events for Children's Programs
Starlight Family Storytime
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Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 6:30pm to 7:00pm
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Bring the whole family for an evening of storytime fun. Well read, move, and rhyme with a different theme each week. Nurture a love of reading through books, music, activities, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) elements. Almost bedtime? Feel free to wear your pajamas!
Spot!
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Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 7:00pm to 7:15pm
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Spot the dog is coming to visit Urbana! Join us after storytime to say hello to Spot. Don't forget the camera!
Transition to Twos
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:05am to 10:35am
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Designed for children who are transitioning from "Babies with Books" into "Time for Twos," this interactive story program is designed for toddlers and their caregivers. Music, rhymes, and movement will delight your child!
Preschool Storytime
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:15am to 10:45am
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Early literacy begins with you! Help your preschooler develop the five early literacy practices that every child needs to succeed. Nurture a love of reading through books, music, activities, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) elements.
Wiggle Giggle Storytime
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:15am to 10:30am
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Wiggle Giggle Storytime is a 20 minute storytime for little listeners with extra energy! Dance and giggle and learn something new with stories and rhymes picked just for you! Ages 2-5 with an adult.
Babies With Books
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:15am to 10:45am
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Learning to read begins BEFORE your child starts school - as a matter of fact, it begins at birth! Delight and stimulate your baby with songs, a story and activities. Get to know other families and help your baby develop listening and language skills.
Preschool Storytime
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:30am to 11:00am
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Early literacy begins with you! Help your preschooler develop the six pre-reading skills that every child needs to succeed. This storytime celebrates a love of reading through books, music, and activities.
Summer Reading Celebration
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:30am to 11:15am
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Join in the celebration of summer reading! Miss Lesa will kick it off with one of her fun-filled storytimes, we'll have a visit from Maisy, and then we'll finish up with Rita's Ice. Always free, always fun!
Skippyjon Jones Visits the Library
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:30am to 11:00am
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Meet Skippyjon Jones, the Siamese cat who pretends to be the Chihuahua, El Skippito, a great sword-fighter ready to battle banditos the world over! Don't forget your camera.
Preschool Storytime
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:30am to 11:00am
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Early literacy begins with you! Help your preschooler develop the five early literacy practices that every child needs to succeed. Nurture a love of reading through books, music, activities, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) elements.
Spot!
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:15am
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Spot the dog is coming to visit Urbana! Join us between storytimes to say hello to Spot. Don't forget the camera!
Preschool Storytime
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:30am
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Early literacy begins with you. Help your preschooler develop the six pre-reading skills that every child needs to succeed. This storytime celebrates a love of reading through books, music, and activities.
Transition to Twos
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:30am
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Is your curious toddler transitioning from baby to child? Transition to Twos nurtures this exciting time in your childs development through books, movement, music and rhymes. Well begin learning to play with others, wait turns, and listen to stories, as well as dance, sing, laugh and have fun! This storytime is designed specifically for caregivers and children 18 months to 30 months.
Transition to Twos
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:30am
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Designed for children who are transitioning from "Babies with Books" into "Time for Twos," this interactive story program is designed for toddlers and their caregivers. Music, rhymes, and movement will delight your child!
Wiggle Giggle Storytime
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:00am to 11:15am
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Wiggle Giggle Storytime is a 20 minute storytime for little listeners with extra energy! Dance and giggle and learn something new with stories and rhymes picked just for you! Ages 2-5 with an adult.
Visit with Corduroy
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 2:00pm to 2:30pm
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Help us kick off the summer with a visit from Corduroy! Don't forget to bring your camera! Stay for Catriona's Castle at 2:30.
Catriona's Castle
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 2:30pm to 3:15pm
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Catriona's Castle is back with their interactive fairytale stories. Every child is a part of the show. Best for ages 2-12 with an adult.
Dig into Garden Fun!
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 3:00pm to 3:45pm
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Come Dig into Garden Fun! with an array of lively activities that will delight children ages 6-11.
Young Reader's Wii Game Night
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 6:00pm to 7:15pm
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Challenge friends to Wii--Just Dance, Super-Mario, Sports, Guitar Hero! Big Screen-6 x 8 Ft. Refreshments. Ages 8-14
STEM Thursdays
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Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 12:00am
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A Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math activity available all day each Thursday in the Discovery Zone.