All library programs are FREE! Registration may be required. For schedules, program information and updates, please visit us at
www.AvondaleLibrary.org/Services/Events. For more information or to register for programs, contact the library at
EmailLibrary@avondaleaz.gov or call (623) 333-BOOK (2665). Most regular programming will pause during the month of December. See website calendar for more details.
CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY PROGRAMS ALL AGES
GRATITUDE ROCKS! Help spread gratitude and kindness in our community. Color a rock during one of our programs, take a rock to share with another, or bring a rock you’ve already decorated. Ongoing, check the Events calendar for opportunities to paint your own rock.
MONSTERCON (RETRO HALLOWEEN) Dress up as your favorite monster, or in any costume! We will have games, activities and crafts!
Saturday, October 26, 6–8 pm
WONDERFUL WORLD OF WALT DISNEY DECEMBER! Join us during the month of December for themed storytimes, crafts and special program events! Visit the library’s website for event dates.
CHILDREN (AGES BIRTH – 12), PARENTS & FAMILIES
WIGGLERS TO WALKERS (AGES BIRTH – 2) Babies and toddlers and their caretakers are invited for short stories, songs, rhymes and movement in this language enrichment program designed to boost brain development.
Mondays | 10:15 am & 11:15 am (Please attend only one session.)
EAT, PLAY, GROW PARENTING WORKSHOP (AGES BIRTH – 5) Learn fun physical activities to do with your children and healthy eating tips. This four-part workshop is for parents/caregivers and their children. Participants will receive a class certifi cate and a gift. To register contact Jasmine Sanchez at (602) 568-9771 or
jasminesanchez@mail.maricopa.gov
Wednesdays, 4:30 pm | September 4, 11, 18 & 25 CHECK THIS OUT!
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (AGES 2 – 6) This high-energy, interactive program is designed to help get your child Kindergarten-ready through a combination of picture books, educational activities, cooperative skill-building practice and play. Bring your dancing shoes and loudest singing voices! On October 29th dress up in your Halloween best for our annual costume parade around the library!
Tuesdays, 11 am
LETTERS TO CHARACTERS (AGES BIRTH – 12) Visit the Letters to Characters station and leave a letter for your favorite storybook characters! A new character is featured biweekly and personalized replies from the characters are available for pick-up at the Information Desk every other Monday. Visit the library's website for a list of upcoming characters.
READING DRAGONS KIDS CLUB (AGES 5 – 12) The library’s Reading Dragons Kids Club rewards reading with trading cards. Stop by the information desk to pick up your Starter Pack, or to collect your weekly set of cards. Join us select Saturdays for Kid’s Club meetings to trade cards, design characters and create lore for your collection!
Saturdays, 10–11 am | Sep 28, Oct 26 & Nov 23
STEAM LAB Explore your SMART side with a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities and projects. Activities are open play, but staff will be on hand for guidance. Please be aware that materials used are age specifi c and caregiver supervision is required.
STEAM Playdate (Ages 3–6): Wednesdays, 11 am Open STEAM Lab (Ages 6–12): Thursdays, 4 pm
For more information and availability of these and other library materials, please visit the Avondale Public Library website and catalog.
BEYOND BOOKS Borrow a STEM kit, art tools, games, sports equipment and more! Check out items for 7 days with a library card in good standing, one item per library card. Inquire at the Information Desk or visit our website for the current selection. Signed waiver is required.
CITIZEN SCIENCE KITS Help real world scientists in the advancement of scientifi c research by making observations, collecting data and sharing your results! Check out a science kit and get started today.
CULTURE PASSES Library cardholders can check out an Act One Culture Pass for two FREE admission tickets to participating arts and cultural institu- tions. Four tickets per household per month.
SEED LIBRARY Multiple varieties of herbs, vegetables and fruits are available. Check them out with your card and plant! No returns needed.
RAVE September - December 2024 • 3 STORIES TO GO!
Stories to Go are special take-home kits developed especially for our youngest patrons. The kits contain fi ve picture books that focus on a single topic and a helpful activity guide to enhance the story telling.
WONDERBOOKS Children’s picture books with pre-loaded audiobook players bound inside. Each book reads to the child as they follow along and even asks them questions about the story.
TEEN BOOK BOXES Teen Book Boxes are available monthly for teens ages 13-17 with their own library card. A Teen Book Box will contain at least one (1) library book to borrow, a review card and 2-3 fun items to keep.
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