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CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
Registration for story times and programs begins January 9th.
Programs made possible by the support of The Friends of the Ridley Township Public Library.
STORY TIMES
Classes run January 23- May 18
Infant Story Time
Ages birth- 24 months
Mondays at 11:00am
Includes stories, songs, play time
*No class January 20
Toddlers, Toys, and Tales
Ages 1-3 years
Tuesdays at 10:00am and 11:00am
Includes stories, songs, play time
Toddler Play Group
Ages 1-3 years
Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30am
Includes socializing and play time
*No class March 28, April 4, 6, 11, 18, 25
Preschool- On My Own
Ages 3-5 years (no caregiver present in room)
Thursdays at 10:00am and 1:00pm
Includes stories, songs, crafts
Wiggle, Giggle, Romp, and Read
Ages 3-5 years
Mondays at 1:00pm
Interactive story time including stories, bubbles, parachute play
*No class January 20, March 5
GRAND-Adventures Story Time
For grandparents and their grandkids (ages 5 and under)
Fridays at 1:00pm
Includes stories, crafts, and play time
*No class March 2, April 6
Kid's Club
Grades 1-5
Thursdays at 3:30pm
Includes stories, games, crafts
Ridley Readers Book Club
Grades 1-5
Tuesdays at 3:30pm
Includes read aloud, discussions, crafts, and games
Space is limited
Chick-fil-A Story Time
Ages 2 and up
Fridays at 9:30am
Enjoy a fresh-made breakfast while kids enjoy a great story, accompanying craft, and the Chick-fil-A playground!
No registration required
PROGRAMS
Pajama Story Time
Ages 3 and up (a great family program)
March 7, April 4, May 2
6:30-7:00pm
Stories, music, bubbles, parachute play
Wear your pajamas
*Call now to register*
Makin' Music
All ages (a great family program)
February 15, March 21, April 18, May 16
6:30-7:15pm
Enjoy singing and dancing
Bedtime Stories and Craft
Ages 3 and up
Feb. 13, March 12, April 16, May 14
6:30-7:15pm
Enjoy stories and create a craft with Miss Janet
Wear your pajamas
Pals for Reading
Grades 1-5
February 22, March 28
6:30-7:30pm
Reading with animals is a great way for children to improve their reading skills. Pals for Life, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing companion animal programs to people who need them, gives children the opportunity to read aloud to trained therapy animals (usually dogs, cats, bunnies). Don't miss out on this wonderful program!
Pokemon and Bakugan Battles
Grades 1-5
February 6, March 12, April 2, May 7
3:30-4:30pm
Trade your cards, battle against friends, and play Pokemon Wii games!
Friday After School Movies
Ages 5 and up
February 24, March 30, April 27- Movies to be announced
3:30-5:00pm
Bring pillows, blankets, snacks, and friends!
After School Bingo
Grades 1-5
February 3 & 27, March 9 & 26, April 13 & 30, May 4 & 21
3:30-4:30pm
Play Bingo for prizes
Just Dance Tournament
Grades 1-5
February 8
6:30-7:30pm
Show off your dance moves and battle your friends in Just Dance!
Prizes awarded
Lego Mania
Ages 5 and up
3:30-4:30pm
February 10, March 16, April 20, May 11
Build and play with Legos
Tween Scene
Grades 1-5
February 13, April 9, May 14
3:30-4:30pm
Play Wii games and board games
'Angry Birds' Take Over!
Grades 1-5
February 17, March 23, April 23, May 18
3:30-4:30pm
Play live-action Angry Birds and compete against friends for points and prizes!
Hula Hoop Fun
Ages 7 and up
March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4
3:30-4:15pm
During this 5-week program, Miss Sarah will demonstrate a short hoop dance before each class, then teach children new moves and play games with the hoops! Hula hoops will be provided. Space is limited.
Mr. Malcolm's Dr. Seuss Special
Ages 3 and up (a great family program)
March 14
6:30-7:30pm
Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with storyteller Mr. Malcolm
Family Place
Ages 2 and up with parent/caregiver (older siblings welcome)
March 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25
10:30-11:30am
Spend time with your child/grandchild (ren)! Play together, create a craft, meet other parents, grandparents and caregivers in an educational environment. Community resource professionals will be on hand to discuss topics such as nutrition, speech, physical fitness and development. Each week will include toys, handouts and circle time. Lots of fun and great way to meet others in the community!
Zumbatomic: Lil Starz
Ages 4-7
April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8
1:00-1:45pm
A fun and exciting Zumba class for kids! Zumbatomic incorporates easy to learn routines with fun, energetic music that kids just love to shake to! This 6-week program is $30 per child, and parents must sign-up at the library and complete a registration form.
PA One Book: Every Young Child
Ages 3 and up (a great family program)
April 11
6:00-7:30pm
Meet this year's Pennsylvania One Book: Every Young Child author Zachariah OHora and hear his story Stop Snoring, Bernard! Afterwards, enjoy snacks and refreshments in our story time room. Families registered by March 23 will receive a free copy of Stop Snoring, Bernard!
For more information, please visit the Pennsylvania One Book: Every Young Child website.
Scavenger Hunt
Ages 5 and up
April 16
3:30pm
Search the library for clues and win prizes
Mother's Day Celebration
Ages 3 and up
May 12
1:30-2:30pm
Enjoy stories, snacks, and crafts with mom
Father's Day Celebration
Ages 3 and up
June 9
1:30-2:30pm
Enjoy stories, snacks, and crafts with dad
Wacky Wednesdays
All ages
Drop in every Wednesday at 3:30pm to create a fun and easy craft or complete an exciting scavenger hunt
No registration required, no Wacky Wednesday program February 29