Our readers are out of this world! Celebrate Summer Reading by decorating a spaceship or UFO to be added to our galaxy display in the Children’s Area.
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Cool off this summer with an ice cream wind chime! For teens ages 13-18. |
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Celebrate the end of summer with a s'mores photo holder! For teens ages 13-18. 
Celebrate summer fun with a no-mess, no-fire s’mores craft! Use cotton balls, cardboard, and construction paper to make a smiling s’more on a stick!Available while supplies last—limit one per child (or two per adult picking up for children). 
Stop by the library to grab a rubber duck. You will then take your rubber duck on a journey through space by decorating it with whatever supplies you have. Return your duck to the 2nd floor of the library by June 30 to be entered into a contest of best space duck! The staff favorite…
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Hop on over to the Botanical Gardens for DCPL’s First Saturday to learn all about Grasshoppers. We’ll have a special storytime, go on a hunt for our six legged-friends, and make our own hopping Clothespin Grasshoppers. Take on our hopping challenge to see how far your new critter can jump. For ages 3-12.Parents must stay… |
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Waldo is hiding somewhere in the Children's Area — can you spot him?How to Play:- Search high and low to find Waldo.- No hints will be given, and remember — don’t tell others where he’s hiding!- Once you find him, tell the librarian at the desk to claim a small prize.Happy hunting and good luck! |
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Celebrate all things dragon-related with a night of snacks, crafts, and games! For ages 13-18.
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Dress for a mess and join us as we create a fun art project. Recommended for ages 2-5. |
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For ages 5-12: Get ready for the new school year by creating custom school accessories! Kids can make Shrinky Dink backpack keychains, Perler bead magnets, color their own stickers, and create custom binder cover inserts. Families are encouraged to bring their own folders, binders, pencil pouches, or other school supplies to decorate using stickers, gems,… |
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Paint a coaster to add a handmade touch to your home or give as a thoughtful gift. |
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Stop by the library and grab a kit with supplies to sculpt your very own mini animal! For teens ages 13-18. 
Stop by the Children's Area Desk to pick up a blank paper Squishmallow template. Then, let your imagination run wild: draw, color, and decorate your own original Squishmallow! When you're finished, return your masterpiece to the desk, and we'll add it to our display for everyone to enjoy! 
Children can pick up a take-home kit to celebrate Batman Day (September 19th) and create their own Batman & Robin action figures using cardboard tubes!While supplies last. One kit per child or limit 2 kits per adult picking up for children. |
