December Events in the Children's Department at Norristown Public Library

ALL CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. We suggest you arrive early to guarantee admission. Doors will close and a sign will be posted on the door to the Children’s Learning Center when maximum capacity for each program has been reached. Programs begin on time.

Mondays through December 14

• KidsMake – 4:30 pm - For kids who like to try new things. Crafts, science projects, building projects, electronics, and more! For kids in grades 3-6. A parent-signed release form is required to attend. Class size is limited.

Tuesdays through December 15

• Get Ready for Kindergarten – 10:30 am – Block Party: Preschoolers hear stories and use wooden blocks to learn about their world, how to cooperate with each other, and develop problem solving and fine motor skills. For children ages 3-1/2 to 5. Class size is limited. Drop in.

Tuesdays through December 15

• KidsMake Studio – 4:30 pm – Open workshop time for kids who attend our regular KidsMake sessions. We supply the materials, the kids think up the projects! A parent-signed release form is required to attend. Class size is limited.

Tuesdays and Thursdays through June 9

• Homework Helpers – 5:00-7:00 pm – Bilingual volunteers are available to help students with homework. For kids in grades K-6.

Tuesdays through December 15

• Theater Workshop – 6:30 pm – Join Ms. Tiffany for an exciting introduction to acting and theater. For kids in grades 3-6.

Wednesdays through December 16

• Baby Lap Rap –10:30 am - Simple stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for your baby and you! Ages 0-24 months with a caregiver. Drop in.

Thursdays through December 17

• Toddler Tickle Tales – 10:30 am - Stories, songs, fingerplays and simple games for the active toddler and early preschool child, followed by playgroup time with toys. Ages 2-4 with a caregiver. Drop in.

Thursdays, December 3 through 17

• Evening Stories – 7:00 pm - Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and movement fun for the whole family. Ages 0-6. Drop in.

Saturday, December 12

• Build! –10:30 am-12:00 pm - Create and build using a variety of great materials for the budding engineer: LEGO, K’Nex, Straws & Connectors, and more! For children in grades K-6—children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Drop in.

Saturday, December 19

• Roll Over and Read! – 11:00 am-1:00 pm – Kids can read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring your own book or read one of ours! For children in grades K-6. Drop in.

Saturday, December 19

• Sew Awesome! – 2:00 pm – Learn hand and machine sewing and make fun fabric creations. If you’ve never sewn before or need a refresher, come for our special beginner’s class at 1:30. For kids in grades 3-6. A parent-signed release form is required to attend.

Tuesday, December 29

• Bingo! – 2:00 – Join us to play this popular game. Prizes awarded. Grades K-6. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Drop in.