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Vacations, Staycations & Celebrations

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Main Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture & Travel, Special Event, Winter Reading Program

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Special Event, Winter Reading Program
Event Details:

Wondering where your next adventure should take you? Are you asking yourself, “Should I Stay or Should I Go?” Why not both! 

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Music Makers

9:00am–9:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 0-6 years with caregiver. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs.

Music Makers

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 0-6 years with caregiver. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs.

Chess Club for Kids

6:30pm–7:15pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.  Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.

Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-3 with caregiver. This storytime for twos and threes will have your toddler singing and dancing while making new friends along the way. Siblings are welcome.

Stay & Play

10:30am–12:00pm
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, Babies, PreK, Toddlers
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, Babies, PreK, Toddlers
Program Type: Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 with caregiver.  Join us for a morning of open-ended free play. Kids will be able to imagine, explore, discover and meet new friends in a fun environment.  Siblings welcome.

On Our Own

1:00pm–1:30pm
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-6. Sing along with songs, listen to fun stories, then wrap it all up with a hands-on art project. Caregivers may sign-in participants and stay within the youth department during the duration of the program.

 

Kids Code Club: Animate an Adventure Game

5:00pm–5:45pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

2nd-5th grade. Join Mr. Eric for a fun introduction to block coding! Each month we will focus on a new challenge and provide step-by-step instructions for an exciting coding experience!

Play-Doh Playtime

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 1-3 with caregiver. A fun, hands-on experience perfect for the littlest patrons, Play-Doh Playtime is sure to bring out your child's creativity and imagination. Leave the mess to us in this drop-in style program!

Play-Doh Playtime: Master Molders

10:15am–10:45am
Kids, Toddlers
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment, Summer Learning Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-6 with caregiver.  Big kids love Play-Doh, too!  Let your child's creativity shine in this Play-Doh program perfect for those who want to build and create.

Homeschool Hangout

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Community Group, Education & Skills, Social, Games & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 5-12.  Get to know other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more!  Siblings are welcome to attend, but activities will be geared towards school-age children.&nbs

Art Club: Sparkly Shamrock

4:30pm–4:45pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

1st-6th grade. Create some awesome art with a step-by-step video to help you create a masterpiece. THEME: Sparkly Shamrocks

 

Tween Craft & Create: Springtime Pinwheels

4:30pm–5:15pm
Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

4th-8th grade. Join Ms. Kyra in The Studio to craft and create using the Silhouette Cameo, sublimation printer, heat press, and more! All supplies will be provided. THEME: Springtime Pinwheels

Kindness Club: Kindness Rocks

5:00pm–5:30pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 7-12. Make the world a better place with fun projects and activities that will help spread kindness and leave smiles along the way. ACTIVITY: Kindness Rocks

Chess Club for Kids

6:30pm–7:15pm
Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Social, Games & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12.  Learn the basics of chess & use your skills with other players in this three week program.

Weird Wednesdays: Dreams and What They Mean

5:00pm–5:45pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Education & Skills, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-13. Join us for a discussion of everything weird, wacky, and wonderful! Each month will focus on a bizarre topic and include a themed activity.  THEME: Dreams and What They Mean

Cooking With Kyra: Rainbow Graham Cracker Snack

4:30pm–4:45pm
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-10. Hear a story and follow along with Ms. Kyra's video to make a simple snack. THEME:  Rainbow Graham Cracker Snack

Bluestem Readers Group

5:30pm–6:15pm
Kids, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Books, Authors & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

3rd-5th grade. This is a special celebratory meeting for Bluestem Readers who participated in our sessions throughout the 2026 Bluestem Readers' Choice Award period (September - March).

Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown II: Second Helpings (Kit Pick Up)

03/30/2026 @ 10:00am–04/03/2026 @ 4:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Main Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Cooking & Food, Grab & Go for Kids, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

The Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown is back! This year we’re on the hunt for the Ultimate FLAVOR in our ULTIMATE RAMEN SHOWDOWN II: Second Helpings!

Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown II: Second Helpings (Voting)

03/30/2026 @ 10:00am–04/10/2026 @ 4:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Culture & Travel, Cooking & Food, Grab & Go for Kids, Take & Make / StudioDIY
Event Details:

The Ultimate Instant Ramen Showdown is back! This year we’re on the hunt for the Ultimate FLAVOR in our ULTIMATE RAMEN SHOWDOWN II: Second Helpings!

Spring Break Crafternoon

1:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Kids, PreK, Toddlers, School-Age Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts & Making
Event Details:

All Ages Let your creativity flow with an afternoon of self-directed arts & crafts in the Studio! Supplies will be provided and adult supervision is required.

Baby & Me Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Babies
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months-23 months with caregiver.  This sweet storytime is filled with books, songs, rhymes, and bubbles! Siblings are welcome

Pajama Time

7:00pm–7:30pm
Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, PreK, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Crafts & Making, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-7 with a caregiver. Throw on your jammies for a family slumber party! Grab your favorite stuffed animal and cuddle up for bedtime stories and a simple craft. No children younger than 3 years, please.

Music Makers

9:00am–9:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 0-6 years with caregiver. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs.

Music Makers

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth - Pre-K, School-Age Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 0-6 years with caregiver. Listen to stories and explore music while we dance around and sing songs.