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Monday, September 5, 2011

Family Fun for 9/6 - 9/10


Tuesday, September 6

Toddler Learning Center
9:15 AM or 10:30 AM
Schlow Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College

Too Young For Preschool? Join us at the Library - a place for children to play and an opportunity for parents to talk.  Open to all children ages 18 months to 3 years. Registration is required. Sessions are limited to 12 families. Call 235-7817 to register.

Baby and Me Lapsit
9:30 AM
Schlow Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College

Story programs for infants, ages newborn-18 months. We've designed hands-on programs to encourage interaction between parent and child in a group setting.  Our 20 minute storytimes demonstrate story-sharing techniques for parents and infants. An adult must accompany each child; parents are responsible for ensuring that siblings behave in an appropriate manner.  Registration requested. Space limited to 20 families. Drop-ins welcome as space permits.
Threes, Fours, Five – Stories Alive!
10:30 – 11:00 AM
Schlow Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College

Story programs for three, four, and five year-olds. We've planned programs to instill an awareness of library resources and to foster a love for children's literature.  Parents may attend story programs with their children if they wish.  We ask that parents stay in the Children's Department while their children attend story time.  Registration requested.  Space limited to 20 children.  Drop-ins welcome as space permits.  All sessions begin at 10:30 AM.

Mother Goose on the Loose
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Holt Memorial Library, 17 North Front St., Phillipsburg

For children under three years old with a favorite adult.  Join us for a musical, rhyming adventure through the world of Mother Goose.  This is a lap-sit program focusing on rhymes and music, encouraging interaction between baby and adult. This program aides in the development of both pre-reading and social skills. 30 minute program. Stay after for some fun with friends and educational playthings.

Knee High Naturalists: Feathered Friends
10:30 AM and 12:30 PM
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Rd., State College

These great programs for children ages 3 to 6, offer a fun, educational setting to enjoy and explore the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center! The 1-hour programs will include both indoor and outdoor activities. Please dress for the weather. Parents are encouraged to stay for the programs. $6 residents, $9 non-residents. Advance registration is required.

Wednesday, September 7

Nursery Rhyme Toddler Time
9:30 AM
Schlow Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College
Story programs for 18 months through 2 years old. We've designed programs to introduce toddlers to the library and its resources and to encourage interaction with others of the same age. An adult must accompany each child; parents are responsible for ensuring that siblings behave in an appropriate manner.
Registration requested. Space limited to 20 families. Drop-ins welcome as space permits.

Baby Lap Sit Storytime
9:30 – 10:00 AM
Centre County Library, 200 North Allegheny St., Bellefonte

Stop in for some fun with friends and educational manipulatives. Stories for the "littlest ears".

Preschool Storytime: What’s Up?
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Holt Memorial Library, 17 North Front St., Phillipsburg

Preschool storytime is geared toward 3-6 year olds with a favorite adult. Come enjoy stories followed by related activities and interaction with some of your peers. Some crafts and activities involve parts and directions not suitable for children under 3.

Preschool Storytime
10:30 – 11:00 AM
Centre County Library, 200 North Allegheny St., Bellefonte

Join us for the stories and activities for children under 5 years old, with a favorite adult, followed by a craft. 

Knee High Naturalists: Nature Artists
10:30 AM and 12:30 PM
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Rd., State College

These great programs for children ages 3 to 6, offer a fun, educational setting to enjoy and explore the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center! The 1-hour programs will include both indoor and outdoor activities. Please dress for the weather. Parents are encouraged to stay for the programs. $6 residents, $9 non-residents. Advance registration is required.

Everybody Storytime!
10:30 AM
Schlow Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College

COME ONE! COME ALL! IT'S STORYTIME FOR EVERYBODY! We've designed programs to introduce children to the library and its materials and to encourage interaction with others. Our hands-on storytime encourages interaction between parents and children in a group setting. Please register in person at the Children's Desk on the day of the program. The program is designed for children ages newborn to 5 years old. Space is limited to 25 children.

After school Drop-in Craft
3:00 -5:00 PM
Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 West Beryl St., Centre Hall

Drop by our spacious children's area for educational and fun crafts.

Thursday, September 8

Science Adventures: Discovering my Body
11:00 – 11:30 AM
Discovery Space of Central PA, 112 W. Foster Ave., State College

Visit with your 3, 4, or 5 year old for some adventures in science.  Free with paid admission. Each session includes different thematic literacy and science activities. Programs are created for adult-child pairs. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. Call 814-234-0200, email info@mydiscoveryspace.org or stop in to register.

Preschool Storytime: What’s Up?
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Holt Memorial Library, 17 North Front St., Phillipsburg

Preschool storytime is geared toward 3-6 year olds with a favorite adult. Come enjoy stories followed by related activities and interaction with some of your peers. Some crafts and activities involve parts and directions not suitable for children under 3.

Children's Storytime
10:30 AM
Barnes and Noble, Benner Pike, State College

In the Children's Department. Cost free, all ages welcome.

Preschool Storytime: Apples
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 West Beryl St., Centre Hall

Join us for the stories and activities for children under 5 years old with a favorite adult, followed by a craft. 

After School Drop-In Craft
3:00 – 5:00 PM
Centre County Library, 200 North Allegheny St., Bellefonte

Drop by our spacious children's area for educational and fun crafts.

It’s Elementary: Handmade Library Card Holder
6:00 – 6:30 PM
Holt Memorial Library, 17 North Front St., Phillipsburg

Make a library card holder to celebrate Library Card Sign up Month!  It's Elementary activities are geared toward elementary school aged children with a favorite adult.

Friday, September 9

Preschool Storytime: Apples
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 West Beryl St., Centre Hall

Join us for the stories and activities for children under 5 years old with a favorite adult, followed by a craft. 

Penn State Men’s Soccer
7:00 PM
Jeffery Field, University Dr., and Park Ave., University Park

Cheer on Penn State as they host St. Peters at Jeffery Field.

Saturday, September 10

Environmental Learning Center Open House
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Bald Eagle State Park, 149 Main Park Rd., Howard

Stop in at the Environmental Learning Center to look around at various mounts and educational displays. A park volunteer will be on hand to talk or share general information about Bald Eagle State Park.

Altoona First Festival
10:00 AM – 9:PM
Lakemont Park, 700 Park Ave., Altoona

Arts and crafts vendors fill the park during this annual end of the year fall festival. The Festival also features a delicious food village and entertainment. $5.00 admission includes rides and attractions.

Build and Grow Clinic: Police Car
10 AM
Lowe’s, 104 Valley Vista Dr., State College

Your kids don't want to miss this project! This Police Car includes stickers AND a flashing light!

Children's Storytime
10:30 AM
Barnes and Noble, Benner Pike, State College

In the Children's Department. Cost free, all ages welcome.

Saturday Stories Alive
11:00 AM
Schlow Library Children’s Dept., 211 S. Allen St., State College

Join the library staff for crafts and story time. Cost free, no-registration required, ages 2-7.

Geology of Black Moshannon
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg

Join Ranger Mark for a look at the geology of Black Moshannon State Park. Find out why we have so many unique plants and animals living here. Meet at the Environmental Learning Center.

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