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Magical Ms. Kimberly’s Mindful Musical Adventure!

Join the Children’s Room and Magical Ms. Kimberly on Saturday, October 17 at 10:30 am for a morning of music and movement!

In this 45 minute musical, “Magical Ms Kimberly,” the whimsical fairy, guides audiences through an interactive theatrical experience full of movement and songs. Our story follows a young girl who curiously enters the forest, drawn in by sparkling fairies. On her adventure, she learns to use her magical powers of gratitude and kindness.

Magical Ms Kimberly weaves yoga poses, creative movement, breathing, and positive affirmations into her original nature centered kid songs! She brings her guitar, chimes, singing bowl, and sound system. Participants learn tools for self regulation, social emotional learning, and self love. The show features music from Kimberly’s latest album “Dream Sequence.”

This program is recommended for kids and families ages 3-8. Siblings are welcome. Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Caregivers must remain with children during the event.

This program is outside, weather permitting. No registration necessary.

In case of bad weather, there is an indoor rain location inside the library (doors open until room capacity is reached).

Find more information on the Events Calendar.

Kids’ Groups

Our interest groups offer a space for kids to get together, make friends, and discuss books and other literary-related topics. Kids will have a chance to explore various activities to find out what excites them most and dive deeper into the stories and topics they love. Find the group that fits your age and interest, then sign up on the Events Calendar for the next meeting.

Kids’ group meetings will be in the Youth Services Program Room on the Upper Level of the library from 4:00 – 5:00 pm.

Children should sign up for the kids’ group that matches their grade level. Find more information on the Kids’ Groups page.

The Helping Hand (K/1st grades) – first Wednesday of the month

Book Buddies (2nd/3rd grades) – second Monday of the month

Book Bites (4th/5th grades) – fourth Tuesday of the month

Hispanic Heritage Month Books for Kids

Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15th – October 15th to commemorate the variety of Latin American Independence Days. Celebrate this month with great books from the Children’s Room that recognize and honor the enduring legacy of Hispanic and Latino history and culture. These are wonderful books to read this month and all year!

Click on a book cover for more information or to see it in our catalog. See a librarian for more suggestions.

Board Books

Picture Books

Chapter Books

Graphic Novels

Spooky Stories for Kids

October is the spookiest month of the year, according to some. Whether you want to read ghost stories or learn about witches in history, the Children’s Department has books for you. And not all the ghost stories are scary!

Click on a book cover for more information or to see it in our catalog. See a librarian for more suggestions.

Picture Books

Shorter Chapter Books

Longer Chapter Books

Graphic Novels

Nonfiction

Back to School Books for Kids

August is slipping away, which means one thing – it’s almost the first day of school! Whether it’s your first day ever, your first day in a new school, or just your favorite time of year, check out some books for the new school year from the Children’s Department.

Click on a book cover for more information or to see it in our catalog. See a librarian for more suggestions.

Picture Books

Shorter Chapter Books

Graphic Novels

Longer Chapter Books

Disability Pride Month Books for Kids

July is Disability Pride Month to commemorate the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 1990. Celebrate this month with great books from the Children’s Department that honor the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community. These are wonderful books to read this month and all year!

Click on a book cover for more information or to see it in our catalog. See a librarian for more suggestions.

Biographies

Picture Books

Chapter Books

Graphic Novels

Nonfiction

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