Children's services at the E.D. Locke Public Library offers a wide variety of programming and materials for children ages 0-12 years. Program details available on the Weekly/Monthly Programs and Special Programs pages.
Weekly/Monthly Programming
*Storytimes*
2024-25 School Year Session September 3 - May 1
Toddler Monday Storytime: Monday @ 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Baby Bounce: Tuesday @ 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Little Bodies, Big Feelings: Thursday @ 9:30 a.m.
PJ Storytime: Third Thursday of the Month @ 6:30 p.m. (Starting in October)
*Zumbini*
Zumbini Session 1: Kalino Finds the Music
Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
September 4 - November 13
Registration required. Registration Full
Zumbini Session 2: Hili and the Dance
Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
November 20 - February 5
Registration required. Registration Full.
Zumbini Session 3: TJ and his PJs
Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
February 12 - April 30
Registration required. Registration Full.
*Clubs*
Magic Tree House Book Club
Second Tuesday of the Month @ 3:30 p.m.
The Magic Tree House Book Club is for grades K-3 and explores the Magic Tree House book series. Each month we will discuss the book, learn about the history featured in the book, and do an activity, and create a craft. Dates: 9/10/2024, 10/8/2024, 11/12/2024, 12/10/2024, 1/14/2025, 2/11/2025, 3/11/2025, 4/8/2025, 5/13/2025
LEGO Club
Second and Fourth* Wednesday of the Month @ 3:30 p.m.
(*Fourth Wednesday starting January 2025)
Calling all LEGO builders! The library will provide the blocks and you can do the building! LEGO Club starts with a few challenges and ends with free-building time. Just drop in at this monthly club! Open to kids in grades 3-5.
2024-2025 Meeting Dates: 9/11/2024, 10/9/2024, 11/13/2024, 12/11/2024, 1/8/2025, 1/22/2025, 2/12/2025, 2/26/2025, 3/12/2025, 3/26/2025, 4/9/2025, 4/23/2025, 5/14/2025
Graphic Novel Book Club
Third Tuesday of the Month at 3:30 p.m.
NEW THIS FALL! This book club is designed for students in grades 3-5 that love graphic novels. We will be discussing a different graphic novel each month that is picked by the group. We will do different activities designed around the books we read. Dates: 9/17/2024, 10/15/2024, 11/19/2024, 12/17/2024, 1/21/2025, 2/18/2025, 3/18/2025, 4/15/2025, 5/20/2025
Dungeons & Dragons Club
First Tuesday of the Month @ 3:30 p.m.
Greetings Adventurers! This club is for students in grades 3-5 who are new to Dungeons & Dragons or have played it before. We will meet the first Tuesday of the month for 1.5 hour sessions. First session is October 1. Space is limited, registration is required. Registration opens Monday, September 16 at 9:00 a.m. Dates: 10/1/2024, 11/5/2024, 12/3/2024, 1/7/2025, 2/4/2025, 3/4/2025, 4/1/2025, 5/6/2025 Registration Full
Special Programs
Messy Munchkins
2nd and 4th Fridays in January and February
Things are getting messy in the library this January and February. On the 2nd and 4th Friday we will offer a drop in messy play program. Everything from shaving cream to rice bins to finger painting.
Weaving Workshop
Friday, January 24th @ 2:00 p.m.
Join us for a weaving workshop where we will make our own mini-looms and create wall hangings. All skill levels are welcome. We provide the materials and help you along the way. Registration is required.
Perler Bead Crafternoon
Friday, February 14th @ 12:00 p.m.
Create pixel art using perler beads at this crafting program. We will provide materials and simple patterns (you are welcome to bring your own patterns). Great for ages 5 and up.
Register HERE
Family Self Defense Class
Saturday, February 15th @ 3:30 p.m.
Come learn basic self defense techniques at the library for the price of a donation to the food pantry! Hunter from Infinity Martial Arts will teach participants exercises to protect themselves from potential harm. Sign up for the family session (children ages 5-10 and their adults) or teen session (teens in grades 6-12) to join in on the fun.
Register HERE for the family session!
CSI: Critter Scene Investigation
Friday, March 7th @ 2:00 p.m.
Use your crime scene investigation skills in this animal identification program to discover the wildlife in Wisconsin. Learn how to investigate clues to determine what types of wildlife have been visiting our area and how they are surviving You may even find a new favorite animal during this interactive program!
Ideal for kids in grades 2-5.
Register HERE
Presented by the Lussier Family Heritage Center
Bad Art Afternoon
Friday, March 28th @ 2:00 p.m.
Unleash your creativity at our afternoon bad art program.
What is bad art? Anything you want it to be. Sometimes you may even find bad art is really good. We provide the materials and you
create any type of art you want.
This program is for all ages.
Preschool Prom
Friday, April 25th @ 5:30 p.m.
It’s prom night at the library! Dress in your finest (if you want) and join us for an hour of dancing, games, crafts, and snacks. Music and games provided by Stacktrace music.
Cuentos Infantiles (Spanish Storytime)
Monday, May 5th @ 9:30 a.m.
Únase a nosotros para la hora del cuento en español. Sr. Ricardo compartirá libros, canciones y más. Todos bienvenidos!
Join us for a Spanish storytime. Mr. Ricardo will share books, songs, and more. All are welcome!
Reading Programs
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Summer Reading Program
If you need accommodations to attend our children's programs, please contact library staff at least 2 weeks prior. Phone: 608-838-9030 Email: youthservices [at] mcfarlandlibrary.org (youthservices[at]mcfarlandlibrary[dot]org)