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 opens November 4 at 9:00 a.m.
Zumbini Session 3: TJ and his PJs
Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
February 12 - April 30
Registration required. Registration opens January 27 at 9:00 a.m.
*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 Wednesday of the Month @ 3:30 p.m.
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. Dates: 9/11/2024, 10/9/2024, 11/13/2024, 12/11/2024, 1/8/2025, 2/12/2025, 3/12/2025, 4/9/2025, 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
Squishmallow Painting Program
Friday, October 25th at 2:00 p.m.
Are you a fan of Squishmallows, the plush toy that's loved the world over for being super soft, huggable, round, and adorable? Join us to make a piece of fan art celebrating Squishmallows at our painting party! We provide paint, canvases, and templates. You provide the designs. For grades K-12. Participants must register for this event, as supplies are limited!
REGISTER HERE
Afternoon Movie: Despicable Me 4
Friday, November 8th at 2:00 p.m.
Join us for popcorn and a movie in the library meeting room. All ages welcome.
Craftpalooza
Saturday, December 7th at 10:00 a.m.
Our annual winter crafting event is back with crafts for all ages. Stop by the library during the village winter wonderland celebration and create fun winter crafts.
Silent Santa
Saturday, December 14th by Appointment
Visiting Santa can be overwhelming. This December the library is happy to offer a sensory friendly visit with Santa. Families can schedule a 15 minute visit with Santa. You can take pictures with Santa and visit without worries about loud noises, flashing lights, and crowds. Registration is required for this event. Registration opens on November 29 at 9:00 a.m.
Noon Years Eve Celebration!
Tuesday, December 31st 11:00 a.m.
Join us at the Library for a Noon Years Eve Party! A family friendly celebration counting down to the New Year without staying up late. Enjoy music and dancing with Just Dance, countdown to noon with a balloon drop at 12PM, and more! Light refreshments will be offered.
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)