Tumbleweed Yarn Necklaces
2025-08-04 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Help us spread a little joy! We’re making yarn tumbleweed necklaces for the kids at Camp Boggy Creek in Florida — a special camp that brings fun and healing to children with serious illnesses. Stop by, learn this simple craft, and make a few to donate. It’s a fun, hands-on way to give back and make a difference!

Q is for Quilt
2025-08-05 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will place a quilt on Quincy the Quail before he takes a nap.

Lighthouse STEM
2025-08-07 15:30 - 16:30
Celebrate National Lighthouse Day with a hands-on STEM challenge! Learn how lighthouses work, then build your own mini model using basic materials. Will your lighthouse stand strong and shine bright? Come test your design skills and creativity!

Back to School Bingo
2025-08-07 15:30 - 16:30
Find a friend who fits the description on the bingo board, write their name in the space, fill in a row and you’ve got BINGO!

Games & Good Company
2025-08-11 11:00 - 12:00
Ease into your day with a laid-back morning of board games, cards, and casual conversation. No pressure, no prizes—just a chance to relax, connect, and enjoy a little friendly fun before the day gets busy.

R is for Rabbit
2025-08-12 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will create a rabbit using various paper products and glue.

Game & Chill
2025-08-14 15:30 - 16:30
School just started—no stress, no homework here! Come kick back with us for an afternoon of board games, cards, ping pong, and relaxing vibes. Whether you’re in it to win it or just want to hang, this is your space to unwind.

Snap Circuit Project
2025-08-14 15:30 - 16:30
The children will learn the fundamentals of electronics as they build on circuit boards.

Doodle & De-Stress
2025-08-18 11:00 - 12:00
Need a little calm in your day? Join us for a relaxing hour of simple doodling and mindful drawing. No art skills required — just come as you are and enjoy a creative break with soothing patterns, soft music, and a stress-free space to unwind. All supplies are provided. Take a moment for yourself — you deserve it.

S is for Sandwich
2025-08-19 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will make a paper sandwich using the materials provided.

Doodle & De-Stress
2025-08-21 15:30 - 16:30
Feeling overwhelmed or just need a quiet moment? Come chill and draw with us! Try fun doodle prompts, relaxing patterns, or freestyle your own designs. There’s no right or wrong — just an easy way to unplug and unwind. All supplies provided. Just bring yourself and your creativity!

Snap Circuit Project
2025-08-21 15:30 - 16:30
The children will learn about electrical engineering concepts while testing out different techniques on circuit boards.

BINGO
2025-08-25 11:00 - 12:00
Start your day with some bingo fun at the library! Join us for a lively morning of bingo games and the chance to win fantastic prizes. To ensure everyone gets a fair shot, there’s a limit of 2 prizes per person. Don’t miss this opportunity for excitement and camaraderie!

T is for Turtle
2025-08-26 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will make a turtle using a paper plate and others materials.

Would You Rather?
2025-08-28 15:30 - 16:30
Get ready to laugh, debate, and choose your side! Join us for a fun hour of “Would You Rather” questions—perfect for teens who like weird choices, friendly competition, and lots of laughs.

Freelance Project Day
2025-08-28 15:30 - 16:30
The children will have an opportunity to work on a craft project of their choosing.

Fingerplays and Friends
2025-09-02 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will use their fine motor skills as they sing some of their favorite songs and learn the hand movements that go with them.

Wildlife Tracks
2025-09-04 15:30 - 16:30
Celebrate National Wildlife Day with a fun, hands-on mystery! Learn how to identify animal tracks and match them to the right wild creatures.

Beaded Fall Banner
2025-09-04 15:30 - 16:30
The children will make a fall-colored banner out of pony beads.

Author Book Signing with Pastor Kajsa Cole
2025-09-06 09:30 - 12:30
Join us for a special meet-and-greet with Pastor Kajsa Cole, author of Activate! 15 Keys to Activating Your Ear to Hear from God. Stop by to get your copy signed, connect with the author, and be inspired to deepen your spiritual journey. Books will be available for purchase through Amazon and on-site during the event.
All are welcome!

Literacy Games
2025-09-08 11:00 - 12:00
Celebrate International Literacy Day with a morning of fun, brainy games! Play Scrabble, solve a group Wordle, and test your word skills with a few surprise challenges. No pressure—just a relaxed time to enjoy words, puzzles, and good company.

Alphabet Bingo
2025-09-09 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will match the pictures on the board that go with each letter and win a prize.

Recycled Runway
2025-09-11 15:30 - 16:30
Celebrate New York Fashion Week and Library Card Sign-Up Month with a hands-on design challenge! Use recycled materials to create your own fashion accessory, wearable art, or outfit. At the end, we’ll showcase everyone’s creations in a laid-back mini runway or display walk (participation optional—cheering encouraged!). We’ll supply the materials—just bring your creativity.

Marbled Fall Leaves
2025-09-11 15:30 - 16:30
The children will create marbled leaves by using shaving cream, and paint.

Button Art
2025-09-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-18 15:30 - 16:30
Come learn how to sew a button the easy way! We’ll practice sewing buttons onto canvas so you can master this handy skill while making a fun piece of art. Perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to learn or improve their sewing basics.

Storybook Scavenger Hunt
2025-09-16 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will look around the room and try to find all of the storybook characters.

Fall Craft Project
2025-09-18 15:30 - 16:30
The children will design a fall craft using the materials provided.

Tea, Trivia & Tolkien
2025-09-22 11:00 - 12:00
Celebrate Hobbit Day with a relaxing morning of tea and Tolkien-inspired tabletop games! Enjoy a warm cup of tea while testing your wits with riddles, trivia, and Shire-style challenges. Come ready for cozy vibes, good company, and a touch of adventure—no dragons, just fun.

Shake Your Sillies Out
2025-09-23 10:00 - 11:00
The toddlers will dance to some of their favorite songs.
