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Saturday Baby Lapsit, September 19
Sweet stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes – a playtime just for baby and grown-up. Recommended for babies up to 14 months old. Registration not required. Due to space constraints and large program attendance, strollers may not be able to fit in all programming spaces. Please plan accordingly. No registration required
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Saturday Storytime, September 19
Join us for storytime with a Children’s Staff Member! Enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more. Recommended for ages 2-6 Registration not required. Due to space constraints and large program attendance, strollers may not be able to fit in all programming spaces. Please plan accordingly. No registration required
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Author Reading of “The Hallway of Doorknobs”
Join Lynn A. Haller at the Centre Hall Area Branch Library for a reading of The Hallway of Doorknobs, a children’s book about emotions. Young listeners will meet the characters behind each doorknob and explore the feelings inside, while parents and caregivers will hear how the book can spark everyday conversations about emotions at home. […]
Lego Club, September 19
Take on a new building challenge. Design your creation and take a picture to be displayed in our Lego Hall of Fame! Recommended for ages 6-12 No registration required
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September 19 Contra Dance
The State College Friends School is co-hosting a family-friendly Contra Dance for the community on Saturday, September 19 from 6:00-9:00 PM at the school, 1900 University Drive, State College. Lessons for new dancers begin at 6:00. All dances are taught and easy to learn. Bruce Young will call the dances to music by Strath Hanna, […]
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Discovery Day, September 21
Stop by the Children’s Department for a fun craft or activity. Today we’ll be making: A STEM activity with KidTech First come, first served Supplies are limited No registration required
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Arboretum Explorers Family Hike
Join childhood educators from the Arboretum for a guided exploration of the Arboretum’s wild areas. The walk will depart from the Overlook Pavilion and proceed to Hartley Wood. Please wear shoes suitable for rustic trails and dress for the weather. This program will be held rain or shine, but may be canceled without notice in […]
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Discovery Drop-In
Discover central Pennsylvania’s history, geology, plants, and animals through hands-on learning, craft activities, and nature play experiences designed for children of all ages. All events, programs, and activities are dependent on weather and may be relocated or curtailed in the event of inclement weather. All minors must be accompanied by a parent and/or legal guardian. […]
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Homeschool Elementary Explorers, September 24
Homeschoolers! Are you excited about science? Learn about STEM research being done by Penn State Graduate students with hands-on activities! Grown-ups: please plan to stay with your child during the program. Today’s topic: The Math Behind Your Favorite Sports Recommended for grades K-5. Registration required. Please register at https://www.schlowlibrary.org/events/4949 Limit: 20. Presented by the Science […]
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Baby Play Date
Babies aged 0-12 months and their grown-ups can play, learn, and socialize at the Bellefonte Library! Older siblings welcome! Come for a Baby Play Date on Friday, September 25 from 10-11am in the Community Room. No registration needed, but you can sign up for a text reminder here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVhC4oC5YGU0KfV8h33jX_f39St_kEkDJ6I01YtqdTep3gVg/viewform
Saturday Baby Movers, September 26
Stories, songs, and lots of movement – a storytime for babies on the go and their grown-up. Recommended for babies ages 15 to 24 months No registration required
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Saturday Storytime, September 26
Join us for storytime with a Children’s Staff Member! Enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, and more. Recommended for ages 2-6 Registration not required. Due to space constraints and large program attendance, strollers may not be able to fit in all programming spaces. Please plan accordingly. No registration required
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Puzzle Brunch & Swap – September
Join Happy Valley Puzzles for some casual puzzling and a puzzle swap. Make some new puzzle friends and refresh your selection of puzzles! Our September swap is at the Axemann Brewery in Bellefonte. A brunch menu is also available! For the swap, please bag your pieces and/or tape your puzzle box. Label puzzles with missing […]
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Baby & Me Lapsit
Schlow Library, Betsy Rodgers Allen Gallery 211 S. Allen St., State College, PA, United StatesSweet stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes – a playtime just for baby and grown-up. Ages: Newborn to 14 months Where: Children’s Activity Room Limit: 20 Tuesdays at 9:30am Session 1 registrations begin Tuesday, September 1 at 9am. Please Register at https://www.schlowlibrary.org/events/4848 Please note: Advance registration is required and is for the entire series of 4 […]
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