kid.ol.o.gy
programs for children and families
Fall 2018 // September 10 to December 21
All programs and events are listed on our Events calendar.
kid.ol.o.gy
preschool / ages 0-6

Buds + Blooms Storytime

Mondays at 10:00 AM 
Tuesdays at 10:00 AM
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. All siblings welcome.  
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Kids can build vocabulary and early literacy skills with stories, rhymes, songs, and more! Followed by a simple craft and open play. There are now two opportunities to come to Storytime! Choose which day works best for you and your little one.
Music + Movement
Wednesdays at 10:00 AM
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. All siblings welcome.  
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This movement program helps little ones stay active with music, movement, and bubbles! Interactive free play allows for development of social skills and creative imagination.
Library Playdate
​Thursdays at 10:00 AM
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. All siblings welcome.  
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This drop-in play time offers free play and exploration, one-on-one reading, and social interaction for kids and grownups. Bring a friend! Library staff will not be present. 
Special Events
Astronomy For Everyone
​Friday, September 21 at 7:00 PM
​For families and kids of all ages, though open to all
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Astronomer Kevin Manning, a former consultant with NASA, has always been passionate about astronomy, and wants to share the excitement with you! You’ll learn about the size and scale of the universe, the stars, and other celestial wonders using hands-on activities and assorted visuals.
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Dark Tales for Daring Kids
Friday, October 26 at 3:00 PM
For grades K-12 / ages 6-17, though open to all

Join us for spooky tricks and treats from storyteller Rebecca Hom.  Funny-scary, tingly and thought-provoking tales for all-ages! No school in Monroe today.
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LEGO Battle
Thursday, November 8 at 6:30 PM
For families and kids in grades K-12 / ages 6-17
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Are you ready to build & battle?  LEGO Battle is a family-oriented LEGO-building competition. Families will team up and work together to turn ideas into 3-dimensional LEGO structures. Family teams must include at least one parent/guardian and can include any children ages 5 and up. (Teens 12 and up are also welcome to form teams of four!)
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Giant Game Classic
Thursday, December 13 at 6:30 PM
For families and kids in grades K-12 / ages 6-17

​It’s a big night of even bigger fun!  Play HUGE-sized versions of familiar games for a gigantic good-time!
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4TEENS!
grades 6-12 / ages 12-17
4Teens
Mondays at 2:30 PM

Games, crafts, special events, snacks, and more! Click here for more information about teen events.
Studio After School
grades K-12 / ages 6-17

Wednesdays at 3:30 PM
No event October 31
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Different activities every week, with projects for older and younger kids. 
Studio: MAKE
2nd Wednesdays at 3:30 PM

Creative, hands-on projects

Studio: PLAY

3rd Wednesdays at 3:30 PM

​Games, sports & other activities
Studio: BUILD
4th Wednesdays at 3:30 PM
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Building and engineering projects

Studio: READ

1st Wednesdays at 3:30 PM

Book discussion and exploration
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Kids age 12 & under participating in Studio: READ should be able to read on their own, with minimal to no assistance from adults. Both groups will read a variety of authors, writing styles, genres and book lengths. 
Kids Read
October 3: WED WABBIT by Lissa Evans
Also available as an ebook from Wisconsin's Digital Library.
Teens Read
October 3: BENEATH THE HAUNTING SEA by Joanna Ruth Meyer
All are welcome!

Library events are open to all children. We use grade levels as general guidelines, but homeschooled kids and others who may not fall into traditional school divisions are always welcome. If you are unsure if a program is appropriate for your child, please consult the Children’s Room staff.
¡Todos son bienvenidos!