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May Events in the Children's Department @ MCNPL

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Mondays through May 11

Maker Mondays – 4:30-5:30 pm – Create, imagine, explore, experiment! Fun STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) activities to try. Activities include crafts, building, computer fun, electronics, and more! Class size is limited and will start on time. Participants are required to bring a parent-signed release form. For children in grades 3-6.

Tuesdays, May 5 and 12

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Spring Preschool Fun – 10:30am - A fun program where preschoolers practice skills they will need in kindergarten, through stories, crafts, games, and hands-on activities. Plant a seed, celebrate Mother’s Day, and more! Ages 3-1/2 - 5 with a caregiver. Registration required. To register, call 610-278-5100 x 205.

Wednesdays through May 13

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

Thursdays through May 14

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

Thursdays through May 14

Evening Stories – 7:00 pm – Stories, songs, and fun for families! Geared for children ages 2-6. Drop in.

Saturday, May 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. Drop in.

Tuesday, May 12

Bingo! – 2:00 pm – Come play some fun rounds of this popular game. Prizes awarded. For children in grades K-6.

Saturday, May 16

Roll Over and Read! – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Elementary age kids can read to specially trained dogs. Bring your own book or read one of ours. Grades K-6. Drop in.

Saturday, May 16

Sew Awesome! – 2:00 pm – Learn basic hand and machine sewing techniques, work on a new project, or dream up your own creation! Class size is limited to 12 participants and will begin on time. Please get a ticket at the desk upon arrival. A parent-signed release form is required to participate. For children in grades 3-6.

Tuesday, May 19

Minute to Win It Games – 2:00 pm – Race against the clock to complete some fun and silly challenges! Whoever gets the most points wins a prize! Grades K-6.

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