Ready for K!

Little birds on text

Ages 4-5
Registration Required
This program for kids entering Kindergarten in Fall 2024 will help prepare young learners to become school students! Parents & caregivers are expected to stay at the Library for the duration of the program but will not be involved in the class, to allow kids to practice being separated. Held inside the Children’s Room.

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Wednesday

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Whitaker on Wheels

White van with Whitaker on Wheels logoAges 10 and under
Registration Required
Come learn with our friends from the Whitaker Center! This action-packed Best of WOW program will engage and educate youngsters in different STEAM concepts. We will inspire creativity and curiosity by including activities from our favorite Whitaker on Wheels programs. These topics may include physics, dinosaurs, chromatography, and/or engineering design challenges! 
 

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Weekly Event

Friday

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Musician Bruce Fite

Musician Bruce FiteBruce Fite will have the whole family laughing and learning with his original hit songs that teach important life lessons in this super-fun concert. Click here to register.
 

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Super Reader Floyd Stokes

book6 pm on the Lawn
As part of the American Literacy Corporation's 20th Annual Library Tour, come see children's author Floyd Stokes for a free, fun, family event! He will read some of his books and refreshments will be provided. Register to win Dutch Wonderland tickets and other door prizes! For more information, visit the Super Reader website.

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Yoga for Ages 6-10

"Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga" text with photo of kids meditating Ages 6-10
Registration Required
Join certified yoga instructor Ann Fields on the Library lawn for a story and yoga adventure! During this class, Miss Ann will introduce kids to a variety of yoga poses and incorporate them into a story. This experience will help kids develop balance, discipline and mindfulness while building their confidence and gross motor skills.

All participants should bring a yoga mat or beach towel, dress in comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Please also be prepared to sign a standard liability form before the class.
 

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Yoga for Ages 2-5

"Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga" text with photo of kids meditating Ages 2-5
Registration Required
Join certified yoga instructor Ann Fields on the Library lawn for a story and yoga adventure! During this class, Miss Ann will introduce kids to a variety of yoga poses and incorporate them into a story. This experience will help kids develop balance, discipline and mindfulness while building their confidence and gross motor skills.

All participants should bring a yoga mat or beach towel, dress in comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Please also be prepared to sign a standard liability form before the class.
 

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Yoga for Ages 6-10

"Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga" text with photo of kids meditating Ages 6-10
Registration Required
Join certified yoga instructor Ann Fields on the Library lawn for a story and yoga adventure! During this class, Miss Ann will introduce kids to a variety of yoga poses and incorporate them into a story. This experience will help kids develop balance, discipline and mindfulness while building their confidence and gross motor skills.

All participants should bring a yoga mat or beach towel, dress in comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Please also be prepared to sign a standard liability form before the class.
 

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YES

Yoga for Ages 2-5

"Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga" text with photo of kids meditating Ages 2-5
Registration Required
Join certified yoga instructor Ann Fields on the Library lawn for a story and yoga adventure! During this class, Miss Ann will introduce kids to a variety of yoga poses and incorporate them into a story. This experience will help kids develop balance, discipline and mindfulness while building their confidence and gross motor skills.

All participants should bring a yoga mat or beach towel, dress in comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Please also be prepared to sign a standard liability form before the class.
 

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Family Entertainment Series: Science Heroes - Adventure of the Missing Color

Held in Foundation House
No Registration Required
Ages 3 and up

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure! Discover how fun and colorful science can be through hands-on experiments all about:

  • chemical reactions

  • air pressure

  • physical explosions

  • and more!

Don’t miss this exciting and interactive STEM learning adventure!

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Family Entertainment Series: Mike Rose Colorful Magic

"Mike Rose Magic Show" text with photo of a magician and sparklesHeld in Foundation House
No Registration Required
Ages 3 and up
Magician Mike Rose presents a magic show that is not like other magic shows. Mike’s new show, “Colorful Magic” is created specifically for libraries and is designed to perfectly complement the 2025 summer theme “Color Our World.” The show consists of impossible magic tricks and off the wall comedy all themed around color. The show features lots of audience participation too (Many children will become part of the show!). Additionally, throughout the program Mike Rose will be referencing various children’s books and promoting library use in a fun and entertaining manner.

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