Events for Young People
The Library is a gateway to literacy, and introduces children to the attendant skills of storytelling and listening. Our programs, for even the youngest patrons, develop an appreciation for those skills, as well as for the value of sharing. All the Library’s offerings, including art workshops, robotics classes, book clubs, and more, strive to provide the safe and fertile ground from which flights of imagination are launched and young lives are otherwise enriched.
To register for our children’s programs, which are free but have limited enrollment, please email us at amanning@hastingslibrary.org with your child’s name and grade.
Children attending library programs should have a caregiver present in the building if they are not yet in first grade. Caregivers of children in grades 1-4 attending library programs should leave a contact number if they leave the building.
Please give a 24-hour cancellation notice to allow others on the waiting list to attend.
February Break Book vs. Movie Film Festival
February 17 – 20
11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
For kids ages 8-12.
Every day, films will be shown starting at 11:30am. After the film, puzzles and games will be brought out for attendees to enjoy until 2pm.
Light snacks will be served – attendees are welcome to bring their own packed lunches.
Registration is required by February 13. Attendees can register for one or multiple days. Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.
Tuesday: Holes
Toddler Yoga
March 19, 26 and April 9, 16, 23, 30
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Join Pooja for toddler yoga!
For ages 2-4.
Children will enjoy moving their bodies while improving balance. Must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your own yoga mat or towel!
Registration is required. Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.
Toddler Time with Allee
Mondays
1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Ideal for toddlers (2+) and their caregiver/s.
Join us for stories and sing alongs in the Picture Book Room!
No registration required.
Music Time With Adam Hart
Tuesdays
10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
For ages 10 months-5 years and their caretakers.
Adam Hart invites kids to sing a little song with him. He will perform familiar songs, and new ones too!
No registration required.
Fingerplay Fun
Wednesdays
2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
For babies – 10 months to 2 years – and their caregivers.
Join us for songs and fingerplays in the Picture Book Room to build your babies’ fine motor and social skills!
No registration required.
Kids Lego Club
First Wednesday of the month
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
For grades K-3.
Each session, attendees will be invited to work on a new Lego set or theme and watch LEGO videos. Attendees may work independently or together.
Registration is appreciated but not required. (This is a drop-in program, no formal commitment required.) Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register or for more information.
Young Readers Book Club
Second Wednesday of the month
4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
This book club is for grades 3-5.
Each month we discuss a book we’ve read over the course of the last month.
Our book for February will be “Flora And Ulysses” by Kate DiCamillo.
Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.
Kids Craft Club for Ages 9-13
Third Wednesday of the month
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m
Join us for our monthly crafting program!
Each month we will embark on a new crafting project together. Attendees will also have the opportunity to show/discuss/work on crafts they are making outside of the club.
Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register. Registration is required by the Wednesday prior so that we can ensure there are enough materials.
The Introverts Book Club (offsite at The Good Witch)
First Friday of the month
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
No meeting in February
Allee hosts an independent reading/book discussion group. (There is about 20 minutes of discussion for every 40 minutes of quiet reading.)
There is no required reading; simply bring whatever book you’re currently enjoying or have been meaning to get to.
This group is typically attended by adults, but all ages are welcome. No registration (or purchase) necessary!