Pattie Patty loves to dance ballet. But can a duck even dance? What will it take to become a beautiful ballerina? Will she ever be a graceful ballerina? Will she ever be happy with who she is? Pattie Patty is a duck who wants more than anything to be a beautiful ballerina and learns what true friendship is along the way. Books Alive! adds the music, with illustration inspired costumes and sets, to bring just the right touch to this zany tale that celebrates never giving up your dreams.
Baldwin Boettcher Branch Library
Welcome to the Andyrooniverse!
It's time to sing and dance with Andyroo and the Andyrooniverse at the Dinosaur Party! In this interactive concert, you'll wave your little arms like a T-Rex, run like a Velociraptor, and bop like a Triceratops while Andyroo sings his dinosaur hits from the Mesozoic Era to the modern day.
*Recommended for families with children age 3 to 8.
Are you Board Silly?! Bring the whole family for a fun evening of board games, card games, puzzles, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs. From classic favorites to new games to try, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
All ages and skill levels are welcome.
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Thu, 06/18/2026 - 01:00
The Baldwin Boettcher Branch Library will host English classes for library customers who desire to learn the English Language or improve their English-speaking skills.
Step into a prehistoric world with Wish You Were Here: Footprints Through Time! This immersive sensory workshop from Brave Little Company invites participants to explore the past through storytelling, sound, scent, touch, and imagination, creating a one-of-a-kind adventure for curious minds.
*Recommended for children of all ages
Young artists and creatives between the ages of 7-13 are invited to join us at the library! With the help of Ms Stephanie and Ms Nicole, young artists will explore new art forms and new ways to express themselves. Each week is a different art project!
Design and create your own dolls from yarn! Make a keychain, backpack hanger, or a DIY fidget toy.
Teens and tweens ages 11 - 17 are invited to a social hour with games, crafts, and fun! Registration is preferred but not required—feel free to drop in!
Join us for a 'Shark' themed story time, with a special shaving cream activity, so dress to get messy!
"Turn the Page" is a weekly story time filled with stories, songs, movement, interactive elements, and sensory play to further develop your child's literary, cognitive, and social skills.
*Recommended for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Join us for a 'Shark' themed story time!
"Born to Read" is a weekly story time filled with stories, songs, movement, interactive elements, and sensory play to promote early literacy development for babies and toddlers.
*Recommended for children ages 0-3 and their caregivers.
Welcome to LEGO® Jurassic Park!
Travel back to the age of dinosaurs and put your creativity and engineering skills to the test in this prehistoric brick building challenge. Work through exciting missions, think like a problem-solver, and see if you have what it takes to survive a Jurassic-sized adventure!
*Recommended for children ages 5-11.