This Storytime focuses on the developmental needs for "Preschoolers," specifically children who are walkers AND talkers.
So, seats and attendance for this Storytime give priority to "preschoolers, who are walkers & talkers.
Ever wondered how a machine can turn an idea into a real object? Join us for an exciting hands-on Maker Event and step into the fascinating world of 3D printing!
Watch the library's 3D printer in action
Learn how this amazing invention got started
Explore how 3D printing is changing the world today
See how digital designs become real objects before your eyes
Bonus! Every participant will receive a special 3D-printed token to take home as a souvenir!
New to journaling? Already love it and want to connect with others?
Join Freeman Scribblers, a relaxed and welcoming space to gather, socialize, and spend some time working independently on your own journal projects.
Whether you're bullet journaling, junk journaling, art journaling, keeping a diary, or simply experimenting with a new notebook, you're welcome to bring your project and work at your own pace.
Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Dance, shake, wiggle, and wear your child out with dancing, physical movement, and rhythm-based activities. You're never too young to P-A-R-T-Y!
Tickets are required for all programs, unless otherwise noted. They are free and available at 10:00 am when the library opens at the Children's Reference Desk. Tickets are limited and offered on a first come first served basis. Lines for the tickets sometimes form before the tickets are distributed. Tickets can run out very quickly so please plan accordingly.
Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. This program is designed for children who are ready to sit and listen to stories in addition to enjoying songs, fingerplays, and action rhymes.
Tickets are required for all programs, unless otherwise noted. They are free and available at 10:00 am when the library opens at the Children's Reference Desk. Tickets are limited and offered on a first come first served basis. Lines for the tickets sometimes form before the tickets are distributed. Tickets can run out very quickly so please plan accordingly.
With no assigned book or group discussion, Introvert Happy Hour Book Club is ideal for those who want the community of a book club without the homework, conversation, and social pressure. Please join us in the Upstairs Conference Room on the second Monday of the month to read silently as a group without any discussion and enjoy light refreshments provided by the Friends of Freeman Library. The door opens at 6:00 PM.
No registration is necessary for this free program.
Ready to re-enter today’s workforce with confidence? Join us for a practical, empowering one-on-one meeting designed to help you take the next step in your career journey!
Connect with a Future U advisor! Discover the college and career resources around you.
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Wiggle, giggle, and read together!
Join other toddlers and their parents or caregivers for weekly Toddler Time Storytime every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Each session features age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to encourage early literacy, movement, and fun interaction.
This program is specially geared for toddlers ages 18–35 months and their caregivers. No ticket required—just drop in and join the fun!
Join with other babies and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Baby Bookworms uses songs, age appropriate stories, and playtime to engage both babies and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared for newborns through crawlers.
Join with other babies and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Tiny Tots uses songs, age appropriate stories, and playtime to engage both babies and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards walkers through 18 months.