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Make reading extra special this winter break with a new furry friend! Join Women’s Animal Center for a fun-filled reading experience featuring their adoptable rabbits and guinea pigs. Learn some quick facts about animals and responsible pet care. Then, young readers will be paired with a small animal to practice their reading skills and draw a picture of their new […]
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Celebrate the children participating in our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program and cheer on the program’s graduates as they head into Kindergarten ready to read! A brief awards ceremony will be followed by light refreshments. Wednesday, August 266 pm For all of our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten participants, their families, friends, and any other members of their cheer squads. Please […]
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Help us celebrate the end of the Summer Learning Program at this interactive workshop that will help you learn the art of comedy improvisation. No acting experience? No problem! This is a supportive, low-pressure environment where the only goal is to play, laugh, and have fun with friends. Snacks will be provided. Wednesday, August 56:30 pm The workshop will be […]
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Join us for a musical journey across Asia and the Pacific Islands! Unearth the Beat introduces children to the fascinating world of percussion instruments from China, Japan, and other countries throughout the region. Thursday, July 232 pm Through engaging storytelling and hands-on exploration, students will discover the origins, sounds, and cultural significance of each instrument. Best of all, every child will have […]
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Drop in for some fun outdoor activities! Create rock art using paint and make your own petroglyphs with clay. Wear clothes that can get messy. Held outside the library in the front courtyard. If the weather is poor, we will move inside to the children’s area for an indoor activity. Friday, July 2410:30 am Recommended for families with children ages 3 […]
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Come be a maker with us by creating a few different crafts inspired by dinosaurs. Thursday, June 252-3 pm Open to all ages. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary. Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.
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Take an adventure through the library! Learn more about how the library works and where to find books the books you seek. After a mini tour through the children’s area, decipher clues to go on a short treasure hunt using your new knowledge. Monday, June 223 pm Recommended for children entering grades K-3. Adults are encouraged to attend with their […]
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Come meet and learn about a wide variety of critters from snakes to rabbits to turtles to geckos…the list goes on! The Critter Connections educator will explain proper handling, eating habits, defense mechanisms, and habitats of these animals. Participants will be able to get a close-up look at all the animals and even have the opportunity to touch and hold them […]
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Learn how to turn paper into three dimensional art! Ms. Kris from Knot Another Craft will lead the group in making precise folds to help you create a cute triceratops out of nothing more than paper and glue. No experience necessary. Monday, June 296:30 pm Open to students entering grades 4-6 in the fall. Space is limited. Registration is required. […]
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