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By admin, Wed, 04/15/2026 - 13:00

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Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00 am for Toddler Story Time! This 30-minute Story Time is designed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old. We meet in the children's area to share books, songs, rhymes, and more! After Story Time, the toy cabinets are opened and the children are invited to stay and play. It's a great way to meet other caregivers and give your toddler a chance to socialize. 

Siblings are always welcome. 

We meet in the children's area where the picture books and campfire rug are located. 

No registration or tickets required. 

By admin, Wed, 04/15/2026 - 10:00

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Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month by creating your own Koinobori Flying Carp Craft! Join us in the Fairbanks Library meeting room for this fun and easy art project and create a masterpiece that you can keep.

This program is designed for children aged 6 to 11 years old but siblings of other ages are welcome too!

No registration required.


By admin, Wed, 04/15/2026 - 04:00

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Join us at the Barbara Bush Branch Library for our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party! There will be music, dancing, giveaways, and of course, brightly colored foam to play in.

Our kick-off party will be held in Collins Park under the covered volleyball pavilion. Bring the whole family and be prepared to leave soaked through with color!* While we play, don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Program to earn even more rewards all Summer.
This event is free with no ticket required.

By admin, Wed, 04/15/2026 - 04:00

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Join us for Preschool Story Time each Tuesday at 11:30 am where we will listen to stories, sing and dance, and do an occasional craft to explore creativity and also help build fine motor skills each week! Our program will be held in the children’s area of the Fairbanks Branch Library. This program is for children ages 3-6. Siblings are always welcome!


This program is provided in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Fairbanks Library.

By admin, Wed, 04/15/2026 - 04:00

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Join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for Baby Story Time! This 30-minute Story Time program is designed for babies from birth to 18 months old. We share books, songs, rhymes, music, bubbles, and toys! We also learn some early literacy tips and activities. It’s a great way to meet other caregivers and to give your baby a chance to socialize.

Siblings are always welcome.

This program is held in our library meeting room.

No registration or tickets required.

By admin, Wed, 04/15/2026 - 04:00

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Babytime

Read, sing, and play with your baby. Meet other parents and help your child learn.

When & Where Day: Every ThursdayTimes: 10:15 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.Place: West University Library (2nd floor, kids' area) Who Can Come? (intended audience) Babies (birth to 2 years old) and their grown-upsThis class is best for babies who are not walking yet, or barely started.Note: We cannot host daycare groups or large clubs. How to Get Tickets

You must have a ticket to enter. Tickets are free

By admin, Wed, 04/15/2026 - 04:00

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Step into the Literacy League, where stories come to life! Our Chapter Champions (teens) are ready to guide your Story Seekers (children; grades K-3rd) through the wonders of the written word in stories, information, and books. The Literacy League is a literacy program to provide teen mentorship and guidance to K-3rd graders pursuant to establishing and promoting a culture of literacy and books at the library and beyond into their home Reading Refuge.
By admin, Wed, 04/15/2026 - 01:00

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It's Earth Day! Join us in our Reading Garden (weather permitting) for some nature related activities! All ages welcome, though the activities are geared for ages 4yrs-10yrs.

Please note, this is also the time to pick up trees if you registered for one with Neighborhood Trees.

By admin, Wed, 04/15/2026 - 01:00

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Spring into a new hobby! In this program you will learn about a new hobby every week such as gardening or jewelry making, and get a chance to try out! The goal of this program is to spark a child's interest in learning a new hobby. This program is for children in Kindergarten- 5th grade.
Space is limited; Please pick up your free tickets at the Children's Reference Desk every Monday at 4:00 PM

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