04 Apr April 2022 Children and Family Programs at PGTPL
There’s something for everyone this month! You can find all of our April programs at PGTPL on our Events page.
Morning Storytimes
We now have a storytime Monday through Friday at 10a. These storytimes are geared for ages 0-5. Except for World Explorers: Animal Tales, no registration is required, so join us as your schedule allows!
Tiny Series update
These interactive storytimes on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 10a combine early literacy and STEM concepts for young children and caregivers. Learn, grow, and enjoy together! Each program focuses on a different subject: Science, Tinkerers, Art, Music and features stories, rhymes, songs, and activities.
World Explorers
Our new World Explorers series on Wednesdays at 10a introduces young children to the world around us with music, activities, stories, and more! Each week includes a different theme or activity.
World Explorers: Animal Tales is presented by a park naturalist from Hendricks County Parks and includes a story featuring an animal native to Indiana and a craft or activity. This program does require advance registration.
Homeschool Programs
Interactive Homeschool Storytime
Wednesday, April 6, 2-2:30p
Join us to read We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen and then play a round of mini golf!
Homeschool Explore & Learn
Tuesday, April 19, 2-2:30p
Explore a topic with books, crafts, and activity stations! This month, we’ll learn about light and shadow.
Afternoon and Evening Programs
Storytimes
Join us for Family Storytime and end your day on a happy note with stories, songs, and rhymes!
Family Storytime: Nursery Rhymes and Songs, Monday, April 11, 5:30-6p
Family Storytime: Funny Stories, Wednesday, April 20, 5:30-6p
Family Storytime: Llamas, Monday, April 25, 5:30-6p
Family Storytime: Dinosaurs, Tuesday, April 26, 4:30-5p
Family Storytime: April Showers, Thursday, April 28, 4:30-5p
STEM Programs
Test It: Color Science
Tuesday, April 5, 5-5:30p
Learn how colors work with books and hands-on activities!
Arts, Crafts, and Activities
Make It: Bookmark Monsters
Thursday, April 7, 5-5:30p
Bring your creativity and join us for crafts, maker projects, and more! In this session, create fun bookmark monsters that will help you take a bite out of reading.
Family Game Night
Tuesday, April 12, 4:30-5:15p
Bring your family and friends for a game night at the library! This month, we’ll play alphabet bingo together.
Family Movie Night!
Wednesday, April 13, 5-7p
We’ll show a family-friendly movie in the Children’s Room in a relaxing atmosphere.
Poetry Night: Haiku
Thursday, April 14, 5-5:30p
Come and learn about the classic haiku poem, then compose your own!
Directed Drawing
Thursday, April 21, 5:30-6p
Practice your artistic skills with us! Draw a springtime ladybug and flower together.