Join Michael, Octavia Field Library Branch's Children's Librarian, for an hour of nursery rhymes, storytelling, arts & crafts and playtime. We'll talk, sing, write, read and play, and your toddler age kiddos will have so much fun that they won't even realize they are gaining valuable pre-literacy skills. Ages 0-5.
English
Take advantage of the warm, sunny days and join Michael, the Children's Librarian, for a day of making sun prints. We will use pressed flowers, transparencies with fun pictures and anything you want to bring to make silhouette pictures using a camera-less photo process.
Sign up at the front desk 30 mins before program start.
Experience the magic of two languages at our Bilingual Storytime, specially designed for children ages 5 to 8 years old. Each week features a fresh, exciting theme—from high-tech Robots to mythical Dragons. We go beyond the book with interactive games and hands-on instrument play to keep older kids engaged and moving. It’s the perfect blend of literacy, culture, and high-energy fun. 🎸 📚 🎮
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Join FutureU advisor(s) for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to prepare for and successfully obtain your GED using free and trusted resources, plus information of in-person and virtual academies
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What we offer:
Are you ready to learn more English? Classes are every Tuesday and Thursday from 1 pm - 2 pm starting May 5 and ending June 25.
This class is for registered applicants only. All classes are free and all materials are provided. For adults ages 18 and up.
Occurrence: Tuesdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted)
Time 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Ages: 14+
Description: Ballet Body Conditioning Basics is ballet-based body conditioning and strengthening using Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) exercises.
Additional Info:
Join us at Aldine for a game night! Whether you want to play Smash Bros on the Switch or fight over Uno, we’ll have the game for you
This program is best for 6th-9th graders
Occurrence: Tuesdays, weekly (unless otherwise noted)
Time: 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM
Ages: 0-2
Description: Stories, songs, and rhymes for babies, followed by a short play time.
Additional Info: Free! No registration.
Location: Kids Corner
Ticket Info: Limit: 50
Join the library and The Michelle Project for a special Saturday story time! These interactive story times are suitable for all ages and abilities. We’ll explore the world of early literacy through singing, talking, writing, playing, and reading! Each super fun educational adventure is inspired by celebrations and traditions from that month. There's always a free book waiting for you at every session!