SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR AUBURN HILLS FAMILIES!
This unique program is held only once each year so plan now to sign up for 2012 dates. Begun in 2001, it combines free play between parents and children ages 15 months to 3 ½ years with information you need to raise your busy toddler. Each week features a local professional who is an expert in some phase of child development. After a short formal presentation on their topic, they are then available to answer your burning questions. We provide lots of "imagination only" toys for you to share with your child on these 5 Saturday mornings. Each session lasts from 10:45 a.m. until Noon.
Parents register in advance and plan to attend all five weeks. Following is the list of topics and dates:
January 28: Dawn Koger, a specialist with Early On at Oakland Schools, will discuss Child Development.
February 4: Eileen Hohner, a child physical therapist with Avondale Schools will discuss how to keep your children physically fit.
February 11: Jennifer Antonelli, a speech and language specialist with the Lake Orion Schools, will focus on the development of language in your child.
March 3: Susan Wit, an occupational therapist, will talk to parents about the importance of play and give some tips for that valuable one-on-one time with your child.
March 10: Terry Chase, a nutrition specialist from Oakland County will talk with parents about how to choose foods and other issues related to diet.
If this sounds like a program for you, please call the Youth Services' Desk to register at 248-364-6712. Program is limited to 25 families so sign up today. One or both parents may attend.
ROCK 'N' RHYME
January 16 & 30
This program is for babies under 2 and a caregiver. ONE CHILD PER LAP, PLEASE! The program includes organized songs, stories and finger plays followed by a free-play time for parents to chat with others. Registration is limited to 15 children. Non-residents may register one week prior to each date if spaces remain. If less than 8 children register, program will be cancelled.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Preschool Storytime is held on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am or Tuesday or Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. This program is for children who are age 3 through kindergarten. They must be able to go in the story room without a parent. This is a good introduction to being in a group, practice listening and following directions. The program features books, fingerplays and movement. Registration for residents and Avondale school district families is ongoing.
This year's theme is "Awesome Animals"
January 10 & 11: Penguins
January 17 & 18: Elephants
January 24 & 25: Alligators and Crocodiles
January 31 & February 1: Hippos and Rhinos
TODDLER STORYTIME
Thursdays 10:30 a.m.
January 12-February 16
Register beginning December 29
This program is for children who are 2 years old along with a parent or other adult. Sorry, no multiple children or siblings, though twins may come with one adult. Toddler Storytime runs in sessions of several weeks. Activities that are included are stories, songs, fingerplays, and crafts.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
For school age children we offer 3 programs that begin at 4:45 p.m. Each runs in sessions of several weeks and will follow a common theme throughout the session. Registration is ongoing for residents. Non-residents may inquire as to available space.
After School Stories: Tuesdays at 4:45 for kindergarten and first graders begins on January 10
"Winter Tales/Tails"
The North Wind may blow, the snow may pile up, but we'll be warm and snug in the library sharing stories, crafts and more.
Junior Library Explorers on Thursdays. This program is for 2nd and 3rd graders. Begins on January 12.
"Animals Around the World"
Do you know much about animals from around our beautiful planet? What animals live in Africa or Australia? What kind of animals live in South America? We'll explore many fascinating animals-some you may already know about, and maybe some you've never heard of! Join us for an animal adventure you'll never forget.
Library Explorers on Wednesdays. This program is for 4th through 6th graders. Begins on January 11.
"Oh, The Games We Will Play"
Tired of gray days with nothing to do? "Sorry" if the winter blahs "Trouble" you. "Bingo!" we have the "Monopoly" on fun. So come aboard and play lots of old favorites as well as some new. We'll try team games, pencil & paper games, icebreakers and more! So, get a "Clue," use your "Cranium" and register for this fun hands-on program.
KNITTING CLUB
Adults and children ages 7 and up
Saturdays at noon
Whether you already know how to knit or if you'd like to learn, you are welcome to come to the Library on Saturday mornings. A volunteer will be on hand to assist beginners. Parents: come along with your kids and learn too! Please register at the Youth Desk by calling 248-364-6712 or online at our events calendar.
Family Book Bingo (age 5 and up)
Saturday, January 21 at 2:00 p.m.
If you like to play bingo and win free books, this program is for you! Because this is a family program, children should be accompanied by an adult who will also play and win. Registration will open on January 7.
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