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Story Time, Homework Helpers, Egg Dyeing: Norristown Library Kids Events

There's plenty for kids to do at the Norristown Public Library. Check out this complete schedule.

NORRISTOWN, PA -- The Norristown Public Library is hosting a wide variety of events through the spring. Here is a full list below, courtesy of the borough.

Mondays 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 March 21 or March 28.

Tuesdays through May 10
Get Ready for Kindergarten – 10:30 am – March 15 through April 12 (no class March 22) – Fun With Favorite Picture Book Characters -- Preschoolers learn skills they will need for school through stories, crafts, games, and sensory play. For children ages 3-1/2 to 5 with a caregiver. 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. No sessions onMarch 22 and 24.

Wednesdays 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. No class March 23.

Thursdays 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. March 24 will be a special Easter storytime, followed by an egg hunt in the library! Ages 2-4 with a caregiver. Drop in.

Thursdays 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.

Tuesday, March 8
St. Patrick’s Day Fun – 2:00 pm – Come do some St. Patrick’s pop art and other holiday activities. Grades K-6. Drop in.

Saturday, March 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, March 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, March 19
Sew Awesome! – 2:00 pm – Learn hand and machine sewing and make fun fabric creations. For kids in grades 3-6. Registration required—call610-278-5100 x 205 or stop by the Children’s Department to sign up. A parent-signed release form is required to attend.

Tuesday, March 22
Egg Dyeing and Decorating – 2:00 pm – Come color some Easter eggs and decorate them. For kids in grades K-6. Drop in.

Monday, March 28
Movie Monday – 2:00 pm – Join us for a family-friendly movie TBD. All ages. Drop in.

The library is located on 1001 Powell Street.

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