Welcome to the Converse Public Library Catalog!
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Libby Login Needed In-Library Use Only Access the library’s digital collection of eBooks, downloadable audiobooks, and magazines through OverDrive or Libby. |
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Learning Express Login Needed In-Library Use Only Review skills and prepare for tests. |
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TexShare Databases Login Needed In-Library Use Only Includes thousands of full-text magazines and newspapers, WorldCat (35 million library records), Science and Literature databases, on-line encyclopedias, etc. Free Legal Forms through Gale Legal Forms! |
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International Children's Digital Library Foundation Login Needed In-Library Use Only Outstanding multilingual historical and contemporary books from throughout the world. |
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AR BookFinder Login Needed In-Library Use Only Searching for Accelerated Reader books is fun and easy with this free online tool. |
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Driving-Tests.org Login Needed In-Library Use Only Permit Practice Tests will help you to prepare to take your driving exam. |
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Legal Forms Login Needed In-Library Use Only Access to most legal forms for all 50 states. |
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LearningExpress ACT® and SAT® Test Preparation Center Login Needed In-Library Use Only Tutorials and Practice Tests for the ACT and SAT Tests |
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Chilton Auto Repair Login Needed In-Library Use Only These comprehensive automotive manuals have complete and detailed repair information on thousands of car, truck, van and SUV by year, make and model combinations. |
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Health and Medicine Login Needed In-Library Use Only Provides an integrated collection of general interest health and fitness magazines |
What's Hot
| 2026-2027 Texas Bluebonnet List — 19 titles |
| 2x2 Recommended for 2 thru 2nd grade — 16 titles |
| Dyslexia Friendly Books for kids (grades 2-6) — 50 titles |
| Dyslexia Friendly Books for kids (grades 5-8) — 19 titles |
| Interactive Kids Books — 35 titles |
| Little Maverick GN for children grades K-5 — 21 titles |
| Past Lariat Picks: Outstanding fiction for adults — 258 titles |
| Past Lone Star List Picks: Books for grades 6, 7 and 8 — 66 titles |
| Past Maverick List Picks: Graphic novels for grades 6-12 — 19 titles |
| Truly Easy Readers — 26 titles |
| Urban Fiction — 10 titles |
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Preschool Storytime
09/04/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Teen Tabletop Gaming Club
09/05/2026 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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| A recurring tabletop role-playing group for ages 13-17 will gather for adventure every two weeks. We will be using D&D 5th Edition. Please bring your filled character sheet to this session or arrive 30 minutes early to receive one-on-one help from the Dungeon Master. The currently player level is 5. Returning players, please bring your active character. Dice are available at no cost, but feel free to bring your own. The desired party number is seven players. No experience necessary!
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Preschool Storytime
09/09/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
09/09/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Teenage Takeover: Drawing Club
09/10/2026 5:00 - 5:45 PM
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| This is a teens-only drawing club where you can bring your sketchbook, your own characters ideas, art style and meet other artists your age! There will be one drawing challenge to complete if you choose.
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Preschool Storytime
09/11/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Baby Time
09/14/2026 10:00 - 10:45 AM
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| This is a special new story time for babies aged 0-18 months. We will sing songs, read a short book, learn some early literacy tips for caregivers, and have a playtime at the end.
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Curiosity Club
09/15/2026 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| This new monthly event is designed for school-aged kids in 2nd-5th grades and will focus on a different STEAM related topic each month. This month we will be learning about nutrition with our friends from the San Antonio Food Bank.
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Preschool Storytime
09/16/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
09/16/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
09/18/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Teen Tabletop Gaming Club
09/19/2026 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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| A recurring tabletop role-playing group for ages 13-17 will gather for adventure every two weeks. We will be using D&D 5th Edition. Please bring your filled character sheet to this session or arrive 30 minutes early to receive one-on-one help from the Dungeon Master. The currently player level is 5. Returning players, please bring your active character. Dice are available at no cost, but feel free to bring your own. The desired party number is seven players. No experience necessary!
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Baby Time
09/21/2026 10:00 - 10:45 AM
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| This is a special new story time for babies aged 0-18 months. We will sing songs, read a short book, learn some early literacy tips for caregivers, and have a playtime at the end.
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Preschool Storytime
09/23/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
09/23/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
09/25/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Baby Time
09/28/2026 10:00 - 10:45 AM
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| This is a special new story time for babies aged 0-18 months. We will sing songs, read a short book, learn some early literacy tips for caregivers, and have a playtime at the end.
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Preschool Storytime
09/30/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
09/30/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
10/02/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Kids Crafternoon (5-12) - Whirly snakes
10/02/2026 4:00 - 4:45 PM
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| Today we will be cutting out and decorating our own paper plate snakes that will swirl around in the breeze.
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Teenager Takeover: Pumpkin Painting
10/15/2026 5:00 - 5:45 PM
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| Get a head start on our pumpkin decor contest by decorating a mini one to display in the library. For teens aged 12-17. Open to cardholders only, please.
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Baby Time - Fairy Tale Week
10/19/2026 10:00 - 10:45 AM
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| This is a special new story time for babies aged 0-18 months. We will sing songs, read a short book, learn some early literacy tips for caregivers, and have a playtime at the end. Dress up your baby as a fairy tale character for a fun theme this week!
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Curiosity Crew
10/20/2026 4:00 - 5:00 PM
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| This new monthly event is designed for school-aged kids in 2nd-4th grades and will focus on a different STEAM related topic each month. This month we will learn about plant life cycles and harvest season!
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Preschool Storytime - Fairy Tale Week!
10/21/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Dress up as your favorite fairy tale character this week for story time! Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime - Fairy Tale Week
10/21/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Dress up as your favorite fairy tale character this week for storytime! Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime - Fairy Tale Week
10/23/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Dress up as your favorite fairy tale character this week for storytime! Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Baby Time
10/26/2026 10:00 - 10:45 AM
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| This is a special new story time for babies aged 0-18 months. We will sing songs, read a short book, learn some early literacy tips for caregivers, and have a playtime at the end.
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Preschool Storytime - Costume Parade
10/28/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Come to story time dressed in costume! We will have a parade through the library right before play time so everyone can see your awesome costumes and you can get a treat at the desks. Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Family Storytime - Costume Parade
10/28/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Come to storytime dressed in costume! We will have a parade through the library right before play time so everyone can see your awesome costumes and you can get a treat at the desks. Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime - Costume Parade
10/30/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Come to storytime dressed in costume! We will have a parade through the library right before play time so everyone can see your awesome costumes and you can get a treat at the desks. Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Baby Time
11/02/2026 10:00 - 10:45 AM
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| This is a special new storytime for babies aged 0-18 months. We will sing songs, read a short book, learn some early literacy tips for caregivers, and have a playtime at the end.
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Preschool Storytime
11/04/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
11/04/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
11/06/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Stuffy Sleepover
11/06/2026 4:00 - 4:30 PM
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| Bring your stuffed animal for a stay in the library! Your stuffie will have tons of fun and adventures here overnight even though they will miss you. You will make a nametag for them, read a bedtime story, and sing them a lullaby before you head home. Attendees can pick them up in the morning from 10-11 at breakfast time. If you register for this one, please register for our pickup in the morning as well.
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Stuffy Pickup Breakfast
11/07/2026 10:00 - 11:00 AM
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| Did you leave your stuffed animal here last night? You can pick them up this morning and enjoy some light breakfast refreshments while you ask them all about their sleepover.
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Baby Time
11/09/2026 10:00 - 10:45 AM
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| This is a special new story time for babies aged 0-18 months. We will sing songs, read a short book, learn some early literacy tips for caregivers, and have a playtime at the end.
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Preschool Storytime
11/13/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
11/18/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Family Storytime
11/18/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Kids Pokemon Crafternoon (ages 5-12)
11/18/2026 4:00 - 5:00 PM
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| Stop by to make some cute crafts themed after everyone's favorite Pokemon!
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Preschool Storytime
11/20/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Baby Time
11/30/2026 10:00 - 11:45 AM
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| This is a special new story time for babies aged 0-18 months. We will sing songs, read a short book, learn some early literacy tips for caregivers, and have a playtime at the end.
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Preschool Storytime
12/02/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
12/02/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
12/11/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Afterhours Pajama Storytime
12/11/2026 5:30 - 6:30 PM
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| Join us afterhours for a cozy holiday storytime with books, songs, a craft and hot cocoa.
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Baby Time
12/14/2026 10:00 - 10:45 AM
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| This is a special new story time for babies aged 0-18 months. We will sing songs, read a short book, learn some early literacy tips for caregivers, and have a playtime at the end.
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Preschool Storytime
12/16/2026 10:30 - 11:15 AM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Preschool Storytime
12/16/2026 1:30 - 2:15 PM
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| Storytime is a 45 minute program which includes stories, sensory play, and a themed craft. Intended for children 18 months to 6 years old. Weekly story times are identical, please only register for one session per week. Count all children who will be participating in the program. Held in the library's Youth Wing.
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Noon Year's Eve Celebration
12/31/2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Celebrate the incoming year with a kid friendly Noon Year's Party with crafts, dancing, and a countdown to 12 o'clock noon for our little ones who are too young to stay up to watch the ball drop for 2027.
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