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Wednesday February 4 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Curious Kids' Learning Lab
Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! We’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, art experiences, and enjoy fun, hands-on extension activities.
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Wednesday February 4 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Lego Block Party
Join one of our Lego Block Parties on Wednesdays after school. Build, play, and complete challenges, or simply enjoy open play and design. We will display finished projects for one week.
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Thursday February 5 9:00am - 3:30pm EST
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Thursday February 5 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Literacy on the Lawn : Winter Edition
BRINGING THE OUTSIDE INLiteracy on the Lawn – Winter EditionChildren ages 3–5 will enjoy engaging, center-based literacy and nature-inspired activities inside our warm and cozy library. Please dress for the weather. We may bundle up and take a short walk outside as par......More
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Friday February 6 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Small Fries Friday
Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun, specifically designed for children ages 3–6.
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Friday February 6 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST
First Chapter Fridays & Creative Writing Workshop
First Chapter Fridays & Creative Writing Workshop for 5th-8th GradersHomeschool students are invited to join us monthly for a relaxed hour of fun reading and creative writing. We’ll spend the first half hour reading the first chapter of select books and choosing one to ......More
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Monday February 9 9:30am - 10:15am EST
Wiggle Worms: Toddler Storytime
Get your wiggles out at this lively storytime program, perfect for your active toddler. They'll be dancing, movement, stories, and other age-appropriate activities.
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Monday February 9 10:30am - 11:15am EST
Wiggle Worms: Toddler Storytime
Get your wiggles out at this lively storytime program, perfect for your active toddler. They'll be dancing, movement, stories, and other age-appropriate activities.
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Monday February 9 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Mindful Mondays
Start your week with calm, creativity, and a little movement! Kids ages 6–12 are invited to join us for a relaxing half-hour of kid-friendly yoga followed by a simple mindful activity—like breathing games, gratitude prompts, or a peaceful craft. It’s the perfect way to ......More
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Tuesday February 10 9:15am - 10:00am EST
Baby Bop
Join is for "Baby Bop," a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons. You can play and socialize with other little ones while enjoying music, bouncing, sensory activities, and board books. This is open to babies 18 months and younger.
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Tuesday February 10 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Preschool Storytime from A - Z
Throughout the year in preschool storytime, we’ll embark on an alphabet journey, exploring letters from A to Z, featuring a new letter each week.Preschool storytimes are designed for children ages 3–5 and help build essential language skills that prepare them for school......More
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Wednesday February 11 10:00am - 11:45am EST
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Wednesday February 11 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Curious Kids' Learning Lab
Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! We’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, art experiences, and enjoy fun, hands-on extension activities.
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Wednesday February 11 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Lego Block Party
Join one of our Lego Block Parties on Wednesdays after school. Build, play, and complete challenges, or simply enjoy open play and design. We will display finished projects for one week.
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Thursday February 12 9:00am - 3:30pm EST
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Thursday February 12 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Literacy on the Lawn : Winter Edition
BRINGING THE OUTSIDE INLiteracy on the Lawn – Winter EditionChildren ages 3–5 will enjoy engaging, center-based literacy and nature-inspired activities inside our warm and cozy library. Please dress for the weather. We may bundle up and take a short walk outside as par......More
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Thursday February 12 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Craft Corner
Children from kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to join us for a monthly seasonal craft.
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Thursday February 12 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST
Beginning Watercolor Painting for Adults
This class is designed for beginning painters. I'm a self-taught artist excited to share what I've learned with you!All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if you have them. Together, we’ll explore tips and techniques to support you in your new ho......More
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Thursday February 12 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Monroe County Civil War Roundtable
Midnight on the Potomac – The Last Year of the Civil WarAuthor and historian, Dr. Scott Ellsworth, joins our round table to discuss his book, Midnight on the Potomac. His book covers the last year of the Civil War. He will discuss the close of the war, Lincoln’s assas......More
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Friday February 13 10:00am - 4:00pm EST
VITA IRS Tax Preparation Assistance - Accounting Aid Society
No Cost Tax Assistance available at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. Accounting Aid Society in partnership with Ellis Library & Reference Center and VITA program are here to help you with your tax needs. Need to file you taxes? Don't Stress! Accounting Aid Society ......More