Thanksgiving Holiday

Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle will be closed on Wednesday, November 27th. All other Library branches will close on Wednesday, November 27th, at 5 p.m. for the Thanksgiving Holiday and will reopen on Saturday, November 30th.

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Genealogy Drop-In Session

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for help researching your family history? Stop by the Kansas Room Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon to learn about the library's genealogy databases and resources. No appointment...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, History & Genealogy
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Looking for help researching your family history? Stop by the Kansas Room Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon to learn about the library's genealogy databases and resources. No appointment needed.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Come Write In! Text on Orange Background

Novel-vember: Come Write In!

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room C - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for the last write-in of Novel-vember! As Novel-vember draws to a close, inch toward the finish line with other writers. 

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Conference Room C - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Join us for the last write-in of Novel-vember! As Novel-vember draws to a close, inch toward the finish line with other writers. 

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

A woman's hands cutting fabric next to a sewing machine

Textile Tuesdays

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Knitting, embroidery, and quilting, oh my! No matter what form of textile art is your favorite, you are welcome to join us for textile time each Tuesday. We provide sewing machines...

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Storytime Room - South Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies
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Knitting, embroidery, and quilting, oh my! No matter what form of textile art is your favorite, you are welcome to join us for textile time each Tuesday.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Otaku Anime Corps Anime Club

Otaku Anime Corps Anime Club

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room A - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a fan of shojo or shonen, magical girls or giant robots, we're here to provide your anime fix!  Check out our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/grou...

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Conference Room A - South Branch Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Movies
Event Details:

Whether you're a fan of shojo or shonen, magical girls or giant robots, we're here to provide your anime fix!  Check out our Facebook page at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/otakuanimecorps/

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Inglés Básico Informal

English Class - Inglés Básico Informal

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Free English Classes every Tuesday from 6:30-8:00 PM. Walk-in's welcome! No pre-registration required. Clase básica de inglés para las personas que desean aprender y practicar e...

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Storytime Room - South Branch Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Language Learning, Immigrant Services, Additional Program Format, Multilingual, Spanish
Event Details:

Free English Classes every Tuesday from 6:30-8:00 PM. Walk-in's welcome! No pre-registration required.

Clase básica de inglés para las personas que desean aprender y practicar el inglés.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library Closed for Holiday

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Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library

Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library is closed for the holiday.

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Branches:
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
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Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library is closed for the holiday.

Turner Community Library Closed for Holiday

All Day
Turner Community Library

Turner Community Library will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

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Branches:
Turner Community Library
Description:

Turner Community Library will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Woman reading to children

Wednesday Wiggles - Storytime and Sensory Activities

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs and playtime featuring active play and sensory activities. Perfect for preschoolers, but babies and toddlers are welcome, too!

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Storytime Room - South Branch Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Developing Skills, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs and playtime featuring active play and sensory activities. Perfect for preschoolers, but babies and toddlers are welcome, too!

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Mindfulness and Meditation

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The ability to self-calm is a powerful tool for managing life’s stressors. Learn how to weave quiet times into your everyday life. Meditation has been shown to have numerous benefi...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Health & Wellness, Additional Program Format, Virtual
Event Details:

The ability to self-calm is a powerful tool for managing life’s stressors. Learn how to weave quiet times into your everyday life.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Closing at 5:00 pm

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
Main Library, South Branch Library, West Wyandotte Library, Mobile Libraries, Virtual, Offsite

All Library locations are closing at 5:00 pm for the holiday. 

Closing
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Branches:
Main Library, South Branch Library, West Wyandotte Library, Mobile Libraries, Virtual, Offsite
Description:

All Library locations are closing at 5:00 pm for the holiday. 

Closed for Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, West Wyandotte Library, Mobile Libraries, Virtual, Offsite

All library locations are closed for the holiday.

Closing
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Branches:
Main Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, West Wyandotte Library, Mobile Libraries, Virtual, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed for the holiday.

Closed for Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, West Wyandotte Library, Mobile Libraries, Virtual, Offsite

All library locations are closed for the holiday.

Closing
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Branches:
Main Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, West Wyandotte Library, Mobile Libraries, Virtual, Offsite
Description:

All library locations are closed for the holiday.

Artwork

Architecture, Portraits, and Wildlife by Smitha George

All Day 11/29 - 12/23
Art Gallery - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Smitha George is a self-taught artist with a love for wildlife and nature. The majority of her childhood was spent traveling, which helped her understand different cultures. After ...

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Art Gallery - South Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Exhibits
Event Details:

Smitha George is a self-taught artist with a love for wildlife and nature. The majority of her childhood was spent traveling, which helped her understand different cultures.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Artwork

exploring creativity by Garol

All Day 11/30 - 12/23
Art Gallery - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Garol's colorful abstract expressionist paintings will be on display at West Wyandotte Library through the end of December.  Learn more about the artist at artbygarol.com.

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Art Gallery - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Exhibits
Event Details:

Garol's colorful abstract expressionist paintings will be on display at West Wyandotte Library through the end of December.  Learn more about the artist at artbygarol.com.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Man holding a laptop and help sign

Clases de Computación para Adultos - Computer Classes for Adults

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Quieres aprender conceptos básicos de Computación, como buscar información en internet o como usar las redes sociales. Anímate a participar en la sesion de computación el cuarto sá...

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Computers & Technology, Additional Program Format, Spanish
Event Details:

Quieres aprender conceptos básicos de Computación, como buscar información en internet o como usar las redes sociales. Anímate a participar en la sesion de computación el cuarto sábado de cada mes.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Children reading books at the library for storytime

Family Storytime

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Craft Room - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Families are invited to join us for fun, interactive storytimes every Saturday morning. This special storytime will include singing, dancing, and some great books! This storytime i...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Craft Room - Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Developing Skills, Storytime
Event Details:

Families are invited to join us for fun, interactive storytimes every Saturday morning. This special storytime will include singing, dancing, and some great books! This storytime is geared towards guests over the age of 2 and their families.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Folkloric dancers dancing

Programa de Folklorico

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room A - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Taller de Danza Folklórica abrirá la oprotunidad  a los alumnos la posibilidad de expresarse y comunicarse a través del lenguaje de sus propios movimientos.

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Conference Room A - South Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Cultural, Additional Program Format, Spanish
Event Details:

Taller de Danza Folklórica abrirá la oprotunidad  a los alumnos la posibilidad de expresarse y comunicarse a través del lenguaje de sus propios movimientos.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

flyer for Mini Makers Market. Includes pictures of children making arts and crafts

Mini Makers Market

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room A/B - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Kids, ages 6-14 will sell their own handmade items at our market! Come out to pick up something special and support these extra small entrepreneurs!Children looking to sign up...

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Conference Room A/B - South Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Kids, ages 6-14 will sell their own handmade items at our market! Come out to pick up something special and support these extra small entrepreneurs!

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

santa reading a letter

Letters to Santa/Cartas a Santa

All Day 12/1 - 12/15
South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children can drop off a letter for Santa in our specially decorated mailbox inside the South Branch library during our open hours beginning on 12/1 and ending on 12/15. One of Sant...

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Holiday, Additional Program Format, Spanish
Event Details:

Children can drop off a letter for Santa in our specially decorated mailbox inside the South Branch library during our open hours beginning on 12/1 and ending on 12/15. One of Santa's elves will even send you a reply through the mail!

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Spice Club

Spice Club: Napa Valley Rub

12/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 12/15/2024 @ 5:00pm
Take Home - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Whether you’re a foodie or just interested in trying something new – Spice Club is for you! Pick up a new spice kit at the beginning of each month. We’ll feature some traditional b...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Take Home - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Home & Garden, Take Home, Additional Program Format
Event Details:

Whether you’re a foodie or just interested in trying something new – Spice Club is for you! Pick up a new spice kit at the beginning of each month.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

crafts

Snowman Paper Plate Masks

All Day
Take Home - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Snowman Paper Plate Masks take-home kit, available at the West Wyandotte Library Circulation Desk.  For Kids, ages 3+.

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Take Home - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies, Additional Program Format, Take Home
Event Details:

Snowman Paper Plate Masks take-home kit, available at the West Wyandotte Library Circulation Desk.  For Kids, ages 3+.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Coaster

Coaster Craft

All Day 12/2 - 12/6
Take Home - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Make your own coaster for yourself or as a holiday gift!

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Take Home - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies, Additional Program Format, Take Home
Event Details:

Make your own coaster for yourself or as a holiday gift!

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Artwork

The Anatomy of Impermanence by Tracey Singer

All Day 12/2 - 12/21
Art Gallery - Schlagle Library at Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Tracey Singer is an artist based in Chicago who draws inspiration from her experiences as a medical student amazed by the profound transformative connection between the human body ...

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Library Branch: Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Room: Art Gallery - Schlagle Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Exhibits
Event Details:

Tracey Singer is an artist based in Chicago who draws inspiration from her experiences as a medical student amazed by the profound transformative connection between the human body and its environment, of ability and disability.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Pigeon Book Cover

Holiday Heist: Pigeon on the Move

All Day 12/2 - 12/22
Children's Library - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

West Wyandotte Library is hosting a delightful passive program where patrons can join in a whimsical seek-and-find challenge featuring Mo Willems' iconic character, the Pigeon.&nbs...

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Children's Library - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Games & Video Games, Developing Skills, Entertainment & Culture
Event Details:

West Wyandotte Library is hosting a delightful passive program where patrons can join in a whimsical seek-and-find challenge featuring Mo Willems' iconic character, the Pigeon. 

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.