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Summer Programs
Summer Reading Challenge
May 31 – August 1
Book lovers of all ages are invited to participate in our Summer Reading Challenge. Sign up and log your reading at greenfieldlibrary.beanstack.org or pick up a reading log at the Adult Reference Desk or the Children’s Desk. Read at least 15 minutes a day, five days a week, to earn an entry (one per week) into our grand prize drawing. Participants will receive a pair of sunglasses at their first check-in, while supplies last.
Music and Motion [All Ages]
Mondays, 10:30-11:00 AM
June 1 – July 27
Join Ms. Emily for songs, dancing, rhymes, and more musical fun!
Family Story Time [All Ages]
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:00 AM
June 2 – July 28
Come one, come all for a story time geared towards all kids! We'll read books, sing songs, and do a craft or activity.
Creation Station [All Ages]
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 AM
June 3 – July 29
Kids of all ages will explore art with both crafts and open-ended activities. Drop in for creativity and fun! First-come, first-served, while supplies last.
Big Blue Blocks & Preschool Play [All Ages]
Thursdays, 10:00-11:00 AM
June 4 – July 30
Let’s play! In this open playtime, older kids can build with our giant blue foam blocks, while preschool kids can play with various age-appropriate toys.
Kids Take & Make Kits [All Ages]
Thursdays, 9:00 AM
June 4 – July 30
Take home a craft kit that kids of any age will enjoy. Kits will be available for pick up in the Children’s Library on a first-come, first-served basis.
Giant Community Puzzle [All Ages]
Available during the month of June
Show off your creativity and join us in a fun community craft this summer! This June, you can grab an oversized wooden puzzle piece from the library lobby and decorate it to your heart’s content. Then in July, we will assemble the puzzle and display it in our lobby for all to see how the many different and unique pieces of our community “fit” together perfectly!
LEGO Club [All Ages]
Last Tuesday of the Month, 2:00-3:00 PM
July 28
Kids of all ages are welcome to join LEGO Club! We’ll have a theme or challenge, build our creations, and display our creations in the Children’s Library. LEGOs will be provided.
End of Summer Dance Party [All Ages]
Thursday, August 6, 1:30-3:00 PM
Celebrate the end of summer with DJ Kid Boogie Down, frozen treats, crafts, and bubbles!
Fall Programs
Preschool Story Time [Ages 3-5]
Mondays, 10:30-11:00 AM
September 14 – November 23
Join us for a journey through all the letters of the alphabet, with stories and activities focused on a different letter each week! Geared toward ages 3-5, but all are welcome!
Parachute Play [Ages 1-5]
Tuesdays, 9:30-10:00 AM & 10:30-11:00 AM
September 8 – November 24 (no program November 3)
Join Hanna for songs and games with our giant parachute! Geared toward ages 1-5, but all are welcome!
Baby/Toddler Story Time [Ages 0-3]
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:00 AM
September 9 – November 25
Join Hanna for stories and songs chosen just for our littlest readers! Stick around for play time and to talk with other caregivers. Geared toward ages 0-3, but all are welcome!
Music and Motion [Ages 0-5]
Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 AM
September 10 – November 19
Join us for songs, dancing, rhymes, and more musical fun! Geared toward ages 0-5, but all are welcome!
Story Times at Bluemel's
Location: 4930 W. Loomis Rd.
One Friday a Month, 10:00-11:00 AM
September 25, October 23, November 13, December 11
Join Ms. Hanna for four special story times at Bluemel’s! We’ll read books, sing songs, and have a craft to take home. Order a yummy drink, a snack, and enjoy these special programs!
Youth Take & Make Kits [Ages 5-12]
First Thursdays of the Month
September 3, October 1, November 5
Stop by the Children’s Desk to grab a craft kit, designed for ages 5-12. One hundred kits are available on a first come, first served basis.
Afternoon Adventurers [Ages 6-11]
Third Thursday of the Month, 4:00-5:00 PM
September 17, October 15, November 19
Join Hanna for a mixture of games, crafts, STEM activities, and more! Each week will feature a new fun theme. Geared toward ages 6-11, but all are welcome!
September 17: Candy Crafts
October 15: Spooky Crafts
November 19: Epic Taste Testing
Reading With Charlie [Ages 5-12]
Two Mondays a Month, 5:30-6:30 PM
September 14 & 21, October 12 & 26, November 9 & 23, December 14
Come read to Charlie, our four-legged, furry friend! Charlie is a friendly, patient listener who loves to hear children practice their reading. Register in advance online here for a 10-minute slot for a single child or family (registration link goes live at 10:00 AM one week prior to each event). Bring your own book or use a provided dog-themed book. This program is geared toward beginning readers, but all children are welcome to register.
Register for September 14th Reading With Charlie.
Register for September 21st Reading With Charlie.
Register for October 12th Reading With Charlie.
Register for October 26th Reading With Charlie.
Register for November 9th Reading With Charlie.
Register for November 23rd Reading With Charlie.
Register for December 14th Reading With Charlie.
Family Lego Club [All Ages]
First Wednesday of the Month, 6:00-7:00 PM
September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2
Lego lovers of all ages are welcome to join LEGO Club! We’ll have a theme or challenge, build our creations, and display our creations in the Children’s Library. LEGOs are provided.
Games in the Garden [All Ages]
Saturday, September 19, 12:00-2:30 PM
With the weather still nice, what better way to have fun than playing games in our beautiful Children’s Garden! We will have a bunch of games and activities set up for you and your family to enjoy thegreat outdoors. Ring in fall with some fun and frolicking!
Pokemon Card Trading [All Ages]
Monday, September 28, 5:00-7:00 PM
Come show and/or trade your Pokemon cards! This program is for all ages.
Frankenstuffies [All Ages]
Tuesday, October 20, 6:00-7:00 PM
Make your own stuffed animal creation at Frankenstuffies! You can bring a damaged stuffed animal and bring it back to life or use our stuffed animals to make something totally new! All supplies and tools will be provided. Registration is required online here. Space is limited, and registration will open one week before the program at 10:00 AM. Registration will close when the program is full.
Trick or Treat at the Library [All Ages]
Tuesday, October 27, 6:30-8:00 PM
Come in costume for trick or treat at the library! Enjoy candy, games, crafts, and lots of spooky fun! All ages are welcome.
Breakfast with the Grinch [All Ages]
Saturday, December 19, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Join us for a fun morning of crafts, food, and meeting the Grinch! In partnership with First Stage, the Grinch will appear, and there will be a performance.