21 Jul July News from the Children’s Room
Another summer is almost over and back-to-school season is almost here! Read more to find fall programs for kids at PGTPL and literacy tips for the whole family!
Back to School blog posts
Fall Program Preview
Looking for free, family-friendly programs? Check out our Events Calendar or the highlights below!
New Program Series!
Life With Littles is a new support group for parents and caregivers. Join us every month to discuss different topics, meet other parents, and enjoy kid-friendly activities! | Saturdays, 10-11a
- August 30
- September 27
- October 25
Special Fall Programs
Young Writers and Artists Workshop With Professor Watermelon and Mr. Smart
Saturday, October 11, 2-3p
Practice your creative writing and illustrating skills! Learn from local author-illustrator duo, Professor Watermelon and Mr. Smart, in this workshop for kids.
Author Visits with Kim Howard
Saturday, November 8
Imagination Session, 10-10:45a (younger children)
Enjoy readalouds, songs, and activities with local picture book author, Kim Howard!
Young Writer’s Notebook, 10:45-11:15a (school age children)
School age kids can visit the library to practice your creative writing skills with local author Kim Howard!
Evening Early Literacy Programs
Baby Cafe: Lapsit Storytime | Monday, August 11, 6-6:30p
Come meet other parents and caregivers while enjoying a lapsit storytime with your baby, 0-18 months!
Storytime With An Author: Ian Falconer | Tuesday, August 26, 5-5:30p
Come and join us for an Ian Falconer-themed story time in celebration of his birthday.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Storytime | Wednesday, August 27, 5-5:30p
Learn more about the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program. Sign up, turn in reading logs, and enjoy stories together!
Early Literacy Tip
By playing games that involve role-playing and taking turns, you are helping children learn how to regulate themselves.
Source: Every Child Ready to Read
Read more about the importance of play for young children!
Family Literacy Tip
Puppet Theater: Make a theater out of an old cardboard box and make puppets out of paper, cardboard or other materials. Then, put on your very own puppet show!
Kid Librarian at PGTPL
Have your kids ever wanted to get an inside scoop at the library or practice being a librarian for a day? Now any kids, preK-5th grade, can become a Kid Librarian at PGTPL! Learn more and sign up today!
