ALL CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED, EXCEPT WHERE NOTED. We suggest you arrive early to guarantee admission. Doors will close and a sign will be posted on the door to the Children’s Learning Center when maximum capacity for each program has been reached. Programs begin on time.
Saturday, January 9
Build! –10:30 am-12:00 pm - Create and build using a variety of great materials for the budding engineer: LEGO, K’Nex, Straws & Connectors, and more! For children in grades K-6—children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Drop in.
Mondays, January 11 through May 9
KidsMake – 4:30 pm -For kids who like to try new things. Crafts, science projects, building projects, electronics, and more! For kids in grades 3-6. A parent-signed release form is required to attend. Class size is limited.No class on January 18.
Tuesdays, January 12 through May 10
Get Ready for Kindergarten – 10:30 am –“All the Colors of the World”: Preschoolers explore different ways to play with colors, through stories, crafts, and sensory play. For children ages 3-1/2 to 5. Registration required – call 610-278-5100 x 205 or stop by the children’s department to sign up.Class size is limited. Drop in.
Tuesdays and Thursdays through June 9
Homework Helpers – 5:00-7:00 pm – Bilingual volunteers are available to help students with homework. For kids in grades K-6.
Wednesdays, January 13 through May 11
Baby Lap Rap –10:30am - Simple stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for your baby and you! Ages 0-24 months with a caregiver. Drop in.
Thursdays, January 14 through May 12
Toddler Tickle Tales – 10:30am - Stories, songs, fingerplays and simple games for the active toddler and early preschool child, followed by playgroup time with toys. Ages 2-4 with a caregiver. Drop in.
Thursdays, January 14 through May 12
Evening Stories – 7:00 pm - Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and movement fun for the whole family. Ages 0-6. Drop in.
Saturday, January 16
Roll Over and Read! – 11:00 am-1:00 pm – Kids can read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring your own book or read one of ours! For children in grades K-6. Drop in.
Saturday, January 16
Sew Awesome! – 2:00 pm – Learn hand and machine sewing and make fun fabric creations. If you’ve never sewn before or need a refresher, come for our special beginner’s class at 1:30. For kids in grades 3-6. Registration required—call 610-278-5100 x 205 or stop by the Children’s Department to sign up. A parent-signed release form is required to attend.
Monday, January 18
Valentines for Veterans – all day – Come make some valentines to be sent to wounded and sick military members in local hospitals. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service activity. Grades K-6. Drop in.