Children's Programs
Please note: pre-registration is REQUIRED for all ages and all programs.
Lapsits Story Time Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Ages 6 monts-2 years Ages 3-5 Ages 4-8
Thursdays, 10:00-10:30 Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00 A.M. April 26-27
A.M. 4:00 P.M.-10:00 A.M.
Story Time introduces children
Lapsits offer a wonderful to the life-long adventures of To celebrate National Pet Month
interactive experience for reading. Early childhood we are inviting children to drop off
babies and their parents or literacy skills are reinforced their favorite stuffed animal to
caregivers. Music, stories through stories, crafts, finger spend the night at the library.
and play activities are part of plays and more! Pictures will be taken and then
this learning exploration. Jan.: 8, 15, 22, 29 animal owners will return the next
Jan.: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb.: 5, 12, 19, 26 morning to see a slide show of
Feb.: 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar.: 5, 12, 19, 26 what their animals did on their
Mar.: 7, 14, 21, 28 April: 2, 16, 23, 30 own at the library. Then we'll
April: 4, 11, 18, 25 enjoy a snack and a story!
Mo Wilems Family Night Twisted Tales Celebrate Dr. Seuss
Grades K-5 Grades K-5 Grades K-3
Jan. 10 Jan. 14 March 2
6:30 P.M. 6:30 P.M. 1:00-2:30 P.M.
Stories and Listen to a reading of original Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday
activities, tales followed by the twisted tale with stories and crafts!
with a special guest reader! versions! Then create a fun Sponsored by the Friends of the
project to go with the twisted tale. Limestone Township Library.
American Girl Introduction to Chess Lego Building
Valentine's Party
Grades K-5 Feb. 2, Ages 6-8 Grades 2-5
Feb. 9 Feb. 16, Ages 9-11 6:00-7:30 P.M.
1:00-2:00 P.M. 1:00-2:00 P.M.
Bring your ideas and we'll provide
Bring your American Kids will learn the basics of the Legos!
Girl doll and enjoy a this great game! Chess boards
special party! will be furnished. Feb. 11, Mar. 11, April 8, May 13
Early Dismissal Movies
Grades K—3
1:00 PM
School’s out! Stop by for a fun movie!
Oct. 24: Puss in Boots
Legoland Discovery Center:
Look at how much fun we had!
Building Race Cars
Sept., 29
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Taste-tastic Kids Programs!
Please Note: Pre-registration is required for all programming. Parents/adult caregivers need
to be present in library during programs
for children age 11 and under.
Lapsits
Ages: 6 months—2 years
Thursdays from 10-10:30 A.M.
Lapsits offer a wonderful interactive experience for babies and their
parents or caregivers. Music, stories and play activities are part of this learning exploration!
June 14, 21 & 28 July 12, & 19
Story Time
Ages: 3-5 years
Tuesdays from 10-11 A.M.
June 12, 19 & 26 July 3, 10 & 17
Story Time introduces children to the life-long adventures of reading! Early childhood literacy skills are reinforced through stories, crafts, finger plays, and more!
Dog Tales (Gr. K-3)
Mondays, June 11, 18, 25; July 9 & 16
6:30-7:30 P.M.
Children can join Abby Smith for the chance to brush up on their
reading skills by reading to her Standard Poodle Gior! Children
are allowed 15 minutes to share tail-wagging stories!
Pizza In A Bucket (Gr. K-2, 3-5)
Tuesday, June 12 1-2:30 P.M. (K-2)
Wednesday, June 20 1-2:30 P.M. (3-5)
Join the University of Illinois Extension as its representatives help our young readers plant the ingredients needed to make a pizza!
Field Trip! (Gr. K-5)
Monical’s Pizza/1155 W Court St. Kankakee 9:30-11:00 A.M.
Session 1:Monday, June 11
Session 2: Monday, June 18
Program Fee: $2.50 (payable at time of
registration/non-refundable; Parents provide transportation to and from location)
Yum-O! Field trip includes tour of restaurant, making your own pizza, drink, and a coupon for a free personal pan pizza!
Art Cafe´ (Gr. K-2) 2:00-3:00 P.M.
June 14: Artful Fruit
June 26: Animal Art
July 3: Fourth of July Art
July 17: Kitchen Science
Ms. Pat invites you to come and experience art in a variety of themes and techniques!
Books and Bites Level (Gr. K-2)
Tuesday, June 19 Tuesday, July 10
2:00-3:00 P.M. 2:00-3:00 P.M.
“A Poppin’ Good Time!” “Viva Los Veggies!”
A delightfully fun mix of children’s literature and beginning cooking skills, taste testing included!
Drawing Basics (Gr. 3-6)
Session 1: June 11 & 15
Session 2: June 18 & 22
1-2:30 P.M.
Join Mary LeRoy, local art instructor for drawing lessons using different mediums for creative art projects. Please note: Space is limited, and participants need to sign up for each class time.
Fun Café (Gr. 3-5)
2:00-3:00 P.M.
Thursday, July 5 Thursday, July 19
Cupcake Creations! Party-Time Cookies!
Elaine Noffke Tina Jensen
Learn how to make your own edible creations. Great for parties or just for fun!
Books and Bites (Gr. 3-5)
2:00-3:00 P.M.
Thursday, June 21 Thursday, July 12
“Pizza Making Madness!” “Pancakes Plus...!”
Ms. Jan’s prepared a tasty twosome: great reads and practicing more advanced cooking skills! Plus we get to eat what we make!
Chess Club (Gr. 5– Adult)
Chess Club (Gr. 5– Adult)
Mondays 6-7:30 P.M.
June 11, 25 and July 9
Open program-come when you can! Bring your board, brains, and test your strategies and skills against others! Requires a basic understanding of chess.
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