Shaw (Watha T. Daniel)
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Learn About Nigerian Food with Tambra & Omu

Tuesday, October 1, 2019, 6:30 pm

Learn about Nigeria in this special story time event. Thank You, Omu by Oge Mora won the 2019 Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe Award for New Talent in an Illustrator and was also a 2019 Caldecott Honor Book. Tambra R. Stevenson is an author and  founder of I Am Wanda, a non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls in Africa. Tambra will tell us more about Nigerian food and culture.   
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English Conversation Circle

Wednesday, October 2, 2019, 10:00 am

A drop-in group for adult speakers of other languages to improve their oral skills in English and gain more confidence in speaking. Participants should have at least a working knowledge of English.
Preschool Story Time

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, October 2, 2019, 10:00 am

Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years. Children and their caregivers will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-to-40-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them. Class groups and daycares are welcome at these sessions. No children under 2 years of age are permitted unless attending with a sibling or class group.  
Preschool Story Time

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, October 2, 2019, 10:30 am

Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years. Children and their caregivers will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-to-40-minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them. Class groups and daycares are welcome at these sessions. No children under 2 years of age are permitted unless attending with a sibling or class group.  

Adult Learning Lab

Wednesday, October 2, 2019, 4:00 pm

Join us for skill assessments for adults who need a high school diploma (GED or National External Diploma) and tutoring for those with skills at the high school level. Tutoring takes place on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4 to 7 p.m. Assessments take place on Wednesdays only. Please note: In order to qualify for tutoring, you must take the assessment first.

Lego Challenge!

Thursday, October 3, 2019, 4:00 pm

Come build your best Lego creation. Lego pieces are small. Recommended for ages 5 and older.
Family Story Time

Family Story Time

Saturday, October 5, 2019, 10:30 am

These 30-to-40-minute story times are packed full of books and activities designed to be enjoyed by all ages. Promoting language and literacy skills, these story times are a great way to further your child’s lifelong love of reading and learning. Children and their grownups are encouraged to actively engage and participate with the stories and activities during the program. Please note: Due to space constraints, staff may issue tickets on a first-come, first-served basis. Please ask at the children's desk whether tickets are required to enter.
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Lego Club

Saturday, October 5, 2019, 11:00 am

Join us for Lego Duplo block play time. Recommended for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. 
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I Made It Myself

Sunday, October 6, 2019, 2:00 pm

Join us for simple arts and crafts. Recommended for children ages 2-8.  
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English Conversation Circle

Monday, October 7, 2019, 10:00 am

A drop-in group for adult speakers of other languages to improve their oral skills in English and gain more confidence in speaking. Participants should have at least a working knowledge of English.

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