Community Learning Opportunities For The Week Ahead

CEDAR PARK, TX -- Looking to plan your week ahead? The communities of Cedar Park and Leander will host great learning events and the best part...these featured events are FREE! So go ahead and start planning, there's lots do...check out what's happening this week in and around your community.

MONDAY, NOV. 13

• Spanish Storytime: The Leander Public Library will host its weekly Spanish Storytime on Monday, Nov. 13 beginning at 10:15 AM. Spanish Storytime is a great opportunity for children of all ages to learn Spanish. This event repeats every Monday and no previous Spanish knowledge required. FREE Event. Leander Public Library, 1011 South Bagdad, Leander, TX 78641
• Sensory Storytime (Registration Required): The Cedar Park Public Library will host Sensory Storytime on Monday, Nov. 13 from 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM. Sensory Storytime is for children on the autism spectrum ages 8 and under, are sensitive to sensory overload, or have sensory integration issues. The class features stories, song and movement activities, and sensory playtime to enhance cognitive and social development. Registration required and limited to 15 families. To register, call 512-401-5600 ext. 3. FREE Event. Library Community Room, 550 Discovery Boulevard, Cedar Park, TX 78613
• Bow Wow Readers: The Cedar Park Public Library invites kids in grades K-3 to read to a certified Bow Wow Reading Dog on Monday, Nov. 13 beginning at 4:30 PM. Kids will practice their reading skills with Tex and read to him for 10-15 minutes. Registration for the program begins at 3:30 PM on the day of scheduled event. For more information, please call 512-401-5600 ext. 3. FREE Event. Library Children's Room, 550 Discovery Boulevard, Cedar Park, TX 78613

TUESDAY, NOV. 14

• STEAM Club: The Leander Public Library will host its weekly STEAM Club meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM. This Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math class is geared for kids in kindergarten and older. Space is limited, no registration required. A STEAM Club for homeschooled children is also scheduled from 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM. FREE Event. 1011 South Bagdad, Leander, TX 78641
• Bell Boulevard Public Meeting: The Cedar Park community will have yet another opportunity to receive updates and give their feedback on plans for redeveloping a portion of Bell Boulevard, as the City hosts a public workshop on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017, from 6 to 9 PM. The workshop is a come-and-go format with a brief presentation provided at 6:15, 7 and 8 PM. “Attendees will help define ‘the Heart of Bell Boulevard’ at this workshop through a variety of interactive activities and feedback-sharing exercises in which they can share their preferences for the overall look and feel of the Bell Boulevard District,” says Assistant City Manager Katherine Caffrey. “We will be providing updates on the road project aspects, the development efforts and the park that will be located within the Bell Boulevard District.” FREE Event. Cedar Park Recreation Center, 1435 Main Street, Cedar Park, TX 78613

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15

• WOMEN Inspired Entrepreneurs: T-Werx Coworking will host its WOMEN Inspired Entrepreneurs event on Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 9 AM - 12 PM. As career experts, we can explore topics relevant to all women such as leadership, work-life balance, management, and lifestyle. Let's empower each other to walk away with the strength and skills to thrive in a demanding environment. We can help each other by sharing personal and professional experience and by supporting, encouraging, and inspiring personal change and growth. This is a community of like-minded and like-hearted women who aspire to grow personally and professionally in their business. FREE Event. T-Werx Coworking, 1320 Arrow Point Drive, Building V, Suite 501, Cedar Park, TX 78613
• LEGO Club: The Leander Public Library will host its weekly LEGO Club meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 3 PM - 6 PM. Parents and caregivers are invited to drop in any time with their little ones for open build. This is a great socializing opportunity for kids and to explore their creativity. FREE Event. Leander Public Library, 1011 South Bagdad Road, Leander, TX 78641
• Breastfeeding Women's Support Group: Cedar Park Pediatrics & Family Medicine's Breastfeeding Women's Support Group will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM. All breastfeeding mothers, and those aspiring to breastfeed, are invited to this event held every 3rd Wednesday of each moth. Dr. Lindsey Moore and International Board Certified Lactation Consultants from A Baby's Best Start will be hosting this informative event. For more information, please call 512-336-2777. FREE Event. 13625 Ronald Reagan Boulevard, Cedar Park, TX 78613