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Youth Services News & Notes January 2024 |
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Programs resume
We hope you had a safe and happy New Year. Programs for children, teens and families resume Monday, January 8. A complete calendar of events can be found on the Programs & Events tab on our website. |
Book Babies
Enjoy time together with your baby to bond, learn, play, and develop language and motor skills. For ages birth-2. Mondays, 10:30am, Hayden Wednesdays, 10:30am, Post Falls Thursday, January 11, 10:00am, Athol Wednesday, January 31, 10:30am, Rathdrum |
Toddler Tales
This lively program includes short books, rhymes, dancing, and interactive fun. Toddler Tales introduces your little one to library storytime in a friendly group setting and develops your child's early literacy skills with age and developmentally appropriate stories and activities. For ages 2-3. Thursdays, 10:30am, Hayden |
Preschool Storytime
To help develop a lifelong love of reading and learning, we invite you to join us for this interactive storytime. Geared to ages 3-5. Tuesdays, 10:00am, Harrison Tuesdays, 10:30am, Post Falls Tuesdays, 10:30am, Spirit Lake Wednesdays, 11:00am, Athol Wednesdays, 10:30am, Pinehurst Thursdays, 10:30am, Hayden Thursdays, 10:30am, Rathdrum |
Kindergarten Countdown
Join us for an extra story, song, and fun activities that help develop the social/emotional, motor, language, literacy, and math skills your little learner needs to be ready for kindergarten. For ages 4-5. Thursdays, 11:00am following Preschool Storytime, Hayden |
Music & Movement Come get the wiggles out at this high-energy program for early learners. Be prepared to move and groove at this hands-on program designed to be your child's introduction to music. Children will learn rhythm, hand-eye coordination, balance, following directions, and more through songs, dance, parachute fun, and musical instruments. For ages 2-5. Thursday, January 25, 10:00am, Athol |
Launch into Learning Play & Learn
Playing is learning! Play is a great way to help develop and reinforce early literacy skills. This inclusive come-and-go program is designed to give caregivers and their children time to explore together. Toys, board books, and hands-on activities available each week. For ages 2-5. Wednesdays, 10:30am, Hayden |
Afterschool Adventures
Kids are invited to the library for hands-on learning in a fun, relaxed environment. Each month will feature a different focus including art, building, and nature. For ages 5-10. Tuesdays, 3:30pm, Rathdrum Tuesdays, 4:00pm, Hayden Wednesdays, 3:30pm, Athol Wednesdays, 3:30pm, Spirit Lake Thursdays, 3:00pm,. Pinehurst Fridays, 11:00am, Post Falls 3rd Saturdays, 10:00am, Harrison |
Homeschool Libratory Homeschool Libratory is a program for kids that focuses on science, technology, and art. For ages 5-10, everyone is welcome. Monday, January 8, 11:00am, Pinehurst Wednesdays, 1:00pm, Hayden Thursdays, 10:00am, Post Falls Thursday, January 18, 10:30am, Athol Fridays, 11:00am, Rathdrum 2nd Saturdays, 10:00am, Harrison |
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Family Libratory Have fun learning about cells, the moon and tides, and explore watercolor art. For ages 5-10. Saturday, January 6, 10:00am, Harrison Saturday, January 20, 11:00am, Rathdrum Saturday, January 27, 1:00pm, Spirit Lake |
Story MakersHas your child outgrown story time but still wants to be part of a story program? Do they struggle with reading or writing? We will explore stories through gamified learning activities. For ages 8-12. Saturday, January 20, 11:00am, Post Falls |
Pokemon Club Bring your Pokemon cards and come join your friends at the Post Falls Library to trade and play! Pokemon Club is scheduled the first Saturday of each month. For ages 8-12. Friday, January 19, 1:30pm, Post Falls |
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Drop Spindle Series Learn the history of spinning yarn and how to spin wool into yarn using a drop spindle. Then crochet your yarn into a simple scarf. Class size is limited to 10. Call or stop by the library to register. For ages 10-14. Monday, January 8, 22, & 29, 1:00pm Spirit Lake |
Teen Hangout
Join us for an afternoon of board games, trivia, and snacks. For ages 11-18. Code Club: Virtual Reality Friday, January 19, 3:00pm, Hayden Game on! Saturdays, 1:00pm, Harrison Painting Club Create your own masterpiece. Supplies provided. Friday, January 12, 2:30pm, Spirit Lake Young Author's Club Learn the in's and out's of creative writing. Saturdays, 1:00pm, Harrison |
Teen Hangout: Dungeons & Dragons D&D is a fun role-playing adventure game where players create characters and make decisions, as the group is guided through a "choose your own adventure" style story. Join us to slay dragons, make friends, and step into the shoes of a fantasy character for the afternoon. Bring your own character or use one of our pre-made characters to get started! Snacks will be provided. For ages 11-18. Sunday, January 7, 2:30-5:00pm, Hayden |
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Community Chess Club
Do you have an affinity for Chess? Looking to hone your skills? Are you wanting to learn but have no one to play against? Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Mondays, 2:00pm, Hayden Tuesday, January 9, 2:30pm, Community Center, Spirit Lake Friday, January 12, 2:30pm, Post Falls |
Friends of the LibraryThe Friends of the Community Library Network advocates for libraries as places to nurture and enhance lifelong learning. This not-for-profit supports library programs, services, and resources for member enrichment in Athol, Harrison, Hayden, Pinehurst, Rathdrum, Spirit Lake, and the Bookmobile. Stop by a meeting to learn more about the work of the Friends. 2nd Tuesdays, 1:00pm, Hayden Last Tuesdays, 10:00am, Post Falls |
Hygiene Hamper
The Library Network has hygiene and toiletry items available for children, teens, and adults- no questions asked. Items include (but may vary by location): toothpaste, toothbrush, floss, body wash, lotion, shampoo, conditioner, comb, brush, socks, hats, mittens, hand warmers, diapers, diaper cream, chap stick, baby wipes, hand sanitizer, deodorant, and feminine pads. The Hygiene Hampers are available through the generous donations of community members and grants from the Friends of the Library. |
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Community Library Network Youth Services
821 N. Spokane Street
Post Falls, Idaho 83854
208-772-5612 x 121www.CommunityLibrary.Net |
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