Children/Youth Events At Lakewood Public Library

Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show
For the whole family

Have you ever seen a blue tongue skink or been hugged by a 13-foot python? Well now is your chance! Outback Ray wants to show off his friends like the hissing cockroach, a hairless rat, a fennec fox, several boas, an alligator and a chacoan horned frog.

Saturday, Feb. 23, 7:00 P.M. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room.

Morse Code and the Telegraph in Action!
For students up to twelfth grade

Samuel Morse’s dots and dashes put an end to the pony express and changed the course of the Civil War with long-distance communication! Build your own beeper and try your hand at using Morse code to talk to your friends. Supplies are provided!

Tuesday, March 5, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room.

Games Children Used to Play
For students first through fifth grade

Games sure were different during the Civil War. Spend an hour trying something different!

Wednesday, March 6, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room.

Crafts of the Civil War Era
For students first through fifth grade

Ever wonder what toys were like back during the Civil War? Make your own and take them home.

Thursday, March 7, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room.

Family Weekend Wonders

Make the Library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring stories, activities, music and crafts. These free programs are offered every weekend throughout the year at both the Main Library and Madison Branch. No registration is needed. Check out our website (www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/youth) for times and upcoming themes.

Main Library Activity Room and Madison Branch Auditorium

Weekends With Wee Ones
For families with children under 2 years old

Spend a part of your family weekend time clapping your hands, tapping your feet, singing nursery rhymes and, of course, sharing books. We will provide materials and ideas for those wishing to continue the fun at home. Programs are offered every weekend throughout the year and there is no need to register in advance.

Madison Branch Children's and Youth Services

Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m.

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Volume 9, Issue 4, Posted 9:31 PM, 02.19.2013