Programs For Families Together

These events are specially designed so the entire family can enjoy free fun at the library. Listen, learn and create -- together. 

All programs are free and open to the public. With 48-hour notice, the Library can provide signed programs and meet other special needs; call 261-8590 for details. Seating is limited, but most programs do not require registration. The Central Library can accommodate larger groups; call 261-8512 for information.

Nursery Rhyme Time
Music, rhymes, activities and stories for ages 2 and under with an adult helper. (20 minutes)
10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 9-Dec. 2, Central Library, 223 S. Main
10:30 a.m., Fridays, Sept. 11-Dec. 4, Central Library, 223 S. Main
10:30 a.m. and 11:05 a.m., Tuesdays, Sept. 15-Dec. 1, Rockwell Branch Library, 5939 E. 9th
10:30 a.m., Thursdays, Sept. 17-Dec. 3, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
10:30 a.m., Fridays, Sept. 18-Dec. 4, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Hispanic Heritage Celebration Art Display
Enjoy literature-based artwork created by the children of Evergreen's Head Start program. Part of the Library's Hispanic Heritage Celebration.
On display during regular business hours, Sept. 15-Oct. 15, Evergreen Branch Library, 2601 N. Arkansas

Toddle Time
Stories, rhymes and motion activities for 2-year-olds with an adult helper. Registration required; contact the hosting library to register. (20 minutes)
10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, Sept. 15-Dec. 1, Alford Branch Library, 3447 S. Meridian
10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, Sept. 15-Oct. 20, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
10:30 a.m., Thursdays, Sept. 17-Dec. 3, Rockwell Branch Library, 5939 E. 9th
10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 27-Dec. 1, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Family Storytime
Interactive storytelling and activities for children aged 3-7 with their families. (30 minutes)
10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 16-Dec. 2, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Thursday Night Amusements
Enjoy a variety of activities for familes with children ages 3 and older. No session Nov. 26. (30-45 minutes)
7 p.m., Thursdays, Sept. 17-Dec. 3, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Family Storytimes
Interactive storytelling and activities for children aged 3-7 with their families. (30 minutes)
7 p.m., Thursdays, Sept. 17, Oct. 1, Oct. 8, Oct. 29, Nov. 5 and Nov. 12, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Family Fun Time: All Aboard!
Make tracks to the library to train-time stories, activities and a craft.
7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Family Fun Time: Bears, Bears Everywhere
Bring your bear, or another favorite stuffed friend, for a cozy story, activity and craft.
7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 15, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Puppet Show: "Rumpled Turkey"
7:00 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Family Fun Time: All Dressed Up!
Wear your best to a party-time story, activity and craft.
7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 19, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Puppet Show: "Santa's Reindeer"
7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 3, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer

Dad & Me 
Saturday morning is a special time for fathers and their children. Children ages 3-8 can bring their dads or a special adult to the library for stories, crafts, games and donuts! (30 minutes)
10:30 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 19, Alford Branch Library, 3447 S. Meridian
10:30 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 17, Alford Branch Library, 3447 S. Meridian

Make and Take Craft
Come to the library for some fun crafty projects that you can complete and take home with you. Ages 5-12. (2 hours)
1:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19, Maya Angelou Northeast Branch Library, 3051 E. 21st
3:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26, Alford Branch Library, 3447 S. Meridian (60 minutes)
1:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17, Maya Angelou Northeast Branch Library, 3051 E. 21st
1:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21, Maya Angelou Northeast Branch Library, 3051 E. 21st
1:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 19, Maya Angelou Northeast Branch Library, 3051 E. 21st

Family Fun Time
A variety of activities for families with children ages 3 and older.  (45-60 minutes)
2:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 28, Central Library, 223 S. Main

Día de los muertos (Day of the Dead)
Listen to stories about the Day of the Dead and make a skeleton out of pasta! For the entire family. (45 minutes)
7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 29, Evergreen Branch Library, 2601 N. Arkansas

Sock Puppets!
Have you ever wondered what to do with those extra single socks? Worry no more! Bring them to the library and create fabulous and funny sock puppets. Ages 5-10 with family. (45 minutes)
7 p.m., Thursday, Nov 19, Evergreen Branch Library, 2601 N. Arkansas

Holiday Merrymaking
Get in on the holiday spirit as we tell stories, sing carols and make crafts related to the winter holidays. Enjoy hot cocoa and homemade cookies. For all ages. (60 minutes)
2:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 20, Central Library, 223 S. Main

Winter Break Activities

Chocolate Fever
Love everything chocolate? Come celebrate National Chocolate Day with us and check out all the great books about chocolate, learn chocolate trivia, play chocolate book bingo, and of course, eat chocolate! For families with children ages 5-11. Registration required and starts Wednesday, Dec. 16; contact the Central Library at 261-8500 to register. (60 minutes)
2:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 30, Central Library, 223 S. Main