Hello! Celebrate the New Year at the library this year. All branches will be closed tomorrow, January 1, to celebrate the New Year. We will reopen as scheduled on Wednesday, January 2. This week, we have movies, crafts, and games to keep you busy! Storytimes are back on as scheduled, except for at Central, where the storytime break continues until next Monday, January 7.
Go to our online events calendar for a full listing of programs. You can also sign up for our email newsletter, where you'll learn more about events and programs, book suggestions, and more.
ON THE BLOG:
Did you see the introduction to the DMPL Reading Challenge? We are very excited to get started today. In fact - we've finally revealed the categories for this year's challenge! Head on over to dmpl.org/readingchallenge to learn more and to sign-up.
Later this week, we'll explore some of the biggest books coming out this month, and we'll show you a new mural spicing up the manga section at the Forest Avenue Library.
EVENTS:
New Year’s Eve Lego Movie-A-Thon
Monday, December 31, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM, East Side Library
Enjoy your favorite blockheads during a New Year’s Eve movie marathon. We’ll start with The Lego Ninjago Movie at 10:00 AM; The Lego Batman Movie at 12:00 PM; and The Lego Movie at 2:00 PM. We’ll bring out LEGOs to play with, and our LEGO books will be on display to read and check out!
Winter Science Fun
Wednesday, January 2, 10:15 AM, Franklin Avenue Library
Celebrate the winter season indoors between 10:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m. as we playfully explore the science of snow and ice with hands-on activities and crafts. Meeting Room.
Crafternoon
Wednesday, January 2, and Sunday, January 6, 1:00-5:00 PM, Central Library
Stop by the Children's area at Central Library to explore, create, and play! This is an unstaffed program where activities are self-led. Parent/Guardian must be present with child, and supplies may be limited.
Bilingual Storytime
Thursday, January 3, 6:30 PM and Saturday, January 5, 10:15 AM, Forest Avenue Library
Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and crafts in English and Spanish.
South VolunTeens
Wednesday, January 2, 3:00 PM, South Side Library
Students ages 12-18 may volunteer at the South Side Library performing various tasks. This is a great way to earn volunteer hours! All students must submit a teen volunteer application and waiver and have it signed by a parent/guardian. Applications can be picked up at the South Side Library's Info Desk.
Free Friday Flicks: Space Jam
Friday, January 4, 3:30 PM, North Side Library
In a desperate attempt to win a basketball match and earn their freedom, the Looney Tunes seek the aid of retired basketball champion, Michael Jordan. Popcorn provided. Please feel free to bring in a blanket and a covered drink to relax and enjoy this film!
Last Modified November 22, 2024