January Events for Children at the Norristown Public Library

ALL CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED, EXCEPT WHERE NOTED. 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.

Saturday, January 9

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.

Mondays, January 11 through May 9

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. No class on January 18.

Tuesdays, January 12 through May 10

Get Ready for Kindergarten – 10:30 am – “All the Colors of the World”: Preschoolers explore different ways to play with colors, through stories, crafts, and sensory play. For children ages 3-1/2 to 5. Registration required – call 610-278-5100 x 205 or stop by the children’s department to sign up. Class size is limited. Drop in.

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.

Wednesdays, January 13 through May 11

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, January 14 through May 12

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, January 14 through May 12

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

Saturday, January 16

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, January 16

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. Registration required—call 610-278-5100 x 205 or stop by the Children’s Department to sign up. A parent-signed release form is required to attend.

Monday, January 18

Valentines for Veterans – all day – Come make some valentines to be sent to wounded and sick military members in local hospitals. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service activity. Grades K-6. Drop in.

Montgomery County--Norristown Public Library
Youth Services Department
1001 Powell Street
Norristown, PA 19401
610-278-5100 EXT 205
www.mc-npl.org