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Junior Writers Workshop

Shanemoneal

In this three session series, children will learn the five basic elements of a story: character, plot, setting, conflict, and theme. As they learn about each topic, children will create their own short stories, design characters, and reveal their work to the rest of the participants in the final session. Registration is required and registering for the first session automatically registers you for the next two, so please plan on attending all three sessions. This program is for children aged 7 - 10 years old. 

Registration required.

Upcoming sessions

There are no upcoming sessions available.

Cultural Diversity Month: Arts and Crafts for Kids!

April 1, 2017 | menterj
Traditional crafts from Japan by Florence Temko

Explains the meaning of Japanese culture which is found in eight traditional handicrafts and provides instructions for creating them. Includes a list of materials needed.

Super simple Indian art : fun and easy art from around the world by Alex Kuskowski

Presents step-by-step instructions for creating nine handicraft projects inspired by Indian art, including ankle bells, a henna key chain, and a Diwali bowl.

How to draw Germany's sights and symbols by Betsy Dru Tecco

Presents step-by-step directions for drawing the national flag, a castle, a stork, and other sights and symbols of Germany.

Poetry Writing Resources

April 1, 2017 | strande

Explore our resources for instruction and inspiration for your poetry writing. More advanced titles can be found at the bottom of the list.

Picture yourself writing poetry : using photos to inspire writing by Laura Purdie Salas

Photographs and text introduce techniques and tips for writing poetry inspired by pictures and images, discussing word choices, and examining layout, metaphores, and related topics.

Barron's junior rhyming dictionary by John Foster

Share a Story: Fruits and Veggies

March 24, 2017 | strande

In case you missed our Fruits and Veggies storytime at Fresh Thyme this week, don't worry. Here are some of the fun stories and songs we shared, plus some extras to do your own healthy eating storytime at home.

From Storytime

 

IF YOU LIKE CARROTS AND YOU KNOW IT (Adapted from "If you're happy and you know it")

     If you like carrots and you know it, clap your hands.

     If you like carrots and you know it, clap your hands.

     If you like carrots and you know it, and you really want to show it, 

     If you like carrots and you know it, clap your hands.

     (Repeat with: broccoli/stomp your feet; squash/shout hurray; cabbage/dance around)

 

 

Lego Bingo Challenge

agudenburr

The winners for the prize drawing are; Willy, Breanna, Rida, and Nishwarth. Thank you all who participated in the Lego Bingo Challenge! 

Come join us for two hours of creative play and building with our collection of Lego and Duplo Blocks. Participants can free play or complete our Lego Bingo Challenge.

The Lego Bingo Challenge

  • had three difficulty levels
  • can be completed individually or as a group
  • finish three challenges in a row or diagonally
  • turn in for a prize drawing*

 

For all ages, no registration required.

 

*One prize awarded per entry drawn. Winners will be contacted by phone or email. 

Upcoming sessions

There are no upcoming sessions available.

Share a Story: Dog Storytime

February 6, 2017 | strande

In case you missed our Dog storytime this week, don't worry. Here are some of the fun stories and songs we shared, plus some extras to do your own canine storytime at home.

From Storytime

Bark, George by Jules Feiffer
Also available in: audiobook | e-audiobook | video | e-video

What's going on with George? When George's mother says bark, George meows, or quacks!̀.

Share a Story: Soup Storytime

January 30, 2017 | strande

If you missed our soup storytime this week, don't worry. Here are some of the stories and songs from this week's storytime, plus some suggestions to create your own tasty storytime at home.

From Storytime

Soup for one by Ethan Long

One little fly thinks he is getting a big bowl of hot soup to himself, but one after another unwelcome pals join him right up to the last slurp. Count them one to ten. Have fun finding the sneaky spider in each page spread.

Getting Crafty: Upcycling

June 23, 2016 | jonesw

Make something new out of something old! These books feature earth-friendly crafts made out of recycled materials.

Cool crafts with old wrappers, cans, and bottles : green projects for resourceful kids by Carol Sirrine

Provides illustrated, step-by-step instructions for nine eco-friendly craft projects that can be made from old wrappers, cans, and bottles, including picture frames, origami cranes, a ring, and others.

Cool crafts with old t-shirts : green projects for resourceful kids by Carol Sirrine

Provides illustrated, step-by-step instructions for nine eco-friendly craft projects that can be made from old t-shirts, including dog toys, a bag, a rug, and others.

Tie Dye Fun at the Library!

Michelle

Have you always wanted to make your own t-shirt, socks, or canvas bag? Come to our all ages Family Fun Tie Dye Program and have a blast tie dying your own clothes! This is a wonderful chance to learn about color and design in a fun and creative atmosphere. Be sure to head back to the 62 Days homepage for more summer fun!

Registration is Required.

Things Needed:

  • Registration is Required and begins on June 24, 2021. Register just one member of the family but bring the whole family along!
  • Bring your own shirt, shoes, bag, scarf to dye. One item per person. 
  • Wear old clothes--the dye will stain!
  • Rain date is July 17 at the same time. No need to register again if you registered for July 10th date.

 

 

Upcoming sessions

There are no upcoming sessions available.

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