All incoming Kindergarten students and their parents can meet school staff, visit a classroom, tour the school and library, and have popsicle on the playground! Parents will receive Kindergarten readiness information and there will be fun activities and free giveaways!
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Spring into Kindergarten with the Easton Area School District!
The Easton Area School District is hosting a special SPRING INTO KINDERGARTEN night!
All incoming Kindergarten students and their parents can meet school staff, visit a classroom, tour the school and library, and have popsicle on the playground! Parents will receive Kindergarten readiness information and there will be fun activities and free giveaways!
All incoming Kindergarten students and their parents can meet school staff, visit a classroom, tour the school and library, and have popsicle on the playground! Parents will receive Kindergarten readiness information and there will be fun activities and free giveaways!
Monday, May 4, 2015
Summer Preschool schedule for the Main Library is now available!
The 2015 Summer Reading Program is right around the corner!
We're very excited for this year's program, Every Hero Has a Story, and we can't wait to celebrate all our favorite superheroes and every day heroes. We want to make sure the summer months are super fun for children of all ages, so we pack our 8-week program full of events and activities for everyone.Unfortunately, this means that Miss Audrey, Miss Kate, Miss Berry, and Miss Katie will be locked in the Fortress of Solitude for the next month to prepare for all the awesome activities and programs we have planned.
But don't worry... we have plenty of fun programs to offer for preschoolers and their families this summer!
Celebrate Gerald and Piggie at the Elephant & Piggie Party!
Attend Drop-In Storytimes for Mother Goose, Toddler, and Preschool age every Tuesday morning!
Attend Drop-In Storytimes for Mother Goose, Toddler, and Preschool age every Tuesday morning!
Learn some Spanish at our bilingual storytime, Hora de Cuentos!
Train to be a hero at the Superhero Obstacle Course!
Help your child prepare for school at Cruise Into Kindergarten, a special readiness program for children entering Kindergarten in Fall 2015!
Let your teddy bears run free after the library closes at the Teddy Bear Sleepover!
Let your teddy bears run free after the library closes at the Teddy Bear Sleepover!
Hear a twist on a classic tale and see the library's teen group, YouthQuake Explosion, present The Five Chinese "Superhero" Brothers!
Get down and boogie at the Toddler Disco Party!
Get down and boogie at the Toddler Disco Party!
And don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Program! Read books with your child and fill out a reading log to track your progress and earn prizes!
It all starts Monday, June 15!
Click here to view our flyer and full schedule.
While we don't have any more programs until June, we hope you'll still stop in to say hi and play awhile!
Monday, April 27, 2015
Share a book with mom for Mother's Day!
Show moms and grandmas a little extra love this Mother's Day by sharing some of these great books with them!
Wish Upon a Mom - Adam Beechen
When Timmy's mom can't spend time with him on Mother's Day he wishes she could be with him all the time. POOF! Cosmo and Wanda happily oblige before heading off to Fairy World. But when Timmy realizes that "all the time" means she'll be with him every second of the day, he has to find Cosmo and Wanda fast before his mom really embarrasses him!
Mars Needs Moms! - Berkeley Breathed
When a disgruntled boy sees his mother being kidnapped by Martians, he realizes he loves her and will go to any lengths to protect her.
Clifford's Happy Mother's Day - Norman Bridwell
Mother's Day is coming, and Emily Elizabeth is gathering together some surprises for her mom: candy, flowers, and a card she'll make herself. Uh-oh! Clifford accidentally knocks over the ink and tracks paw prints over the card and Emily's sweater!
My Mom - Anthony Browne
A child describes the many wonderful things about "my mom," who can make anything grow, roar like a lion, and be as comfy as an armchair.
The Mother's Day Mice - Eve Bunting
It's Mother's Day and the three mouse brothers, Biggest, Middle, and Little, have only a short time to get their presents.
My Mom is Excellent - Nick Butterworth
A young boy describes all the amazing things that his mother can do.
M.O.M. (Mom Operating Manual) - Doreen Cronin
A guide to the care and maintenance of mothers, who are, according to the manual, "the most advanced human models on the planet."
Mother, You're the Best (But Sister, You're a Pest) - Diane deGroat
Gilbert wants to do something special for his mother on Mother's Day, but first he must stop his sister, Lola, from being the center of attention.
Happy Mother's Day - Stephen Kroll
One day when Mom returns home she is greeted by surprise after surprise from each of her six children and her husband.
Just Me and My Mom - Mercer Mayer
Little Critter enjoys a special day in the city with his mother.
How to Babysit a Grandma - Jean Reagan
A little girl provides instructions for properly babysitting one's grandmother, such as taking trips to the park and singing duets.
Trade-In Mother - Marisabina Russo
Max discusses with his mother good reasons why he'd like to trade her in, but admits there is one reason to keep her.
Oliver, Amanda, and Grandmother Pig - Jean Van Leeuwen
Oliver and Amanda soon discover that their grandmother is a very special person who keeps Amanda company, helps Oliver out of trouble and is the best baby-sitter when mother is out.
Lyle Finds His Mother - Bernard Waber
Lyle the Crocodile leaves his happy home on East 88th Street with the Primms to go in search of his mother at the urging of his former employer Hector P. Valenti, star of stage and screen.
Hazel's Amazing Mother - Rosemary Wells
When Hazel and her beloved doll Eleanor are set upon by bullies, Hazel's mother comes to the rescue in a surprising way.
31 Uses for a Mom - Harriet Ziefert
Humorous drawings show some different ways in which moms serve their children.
Wish Upon a Mom - Adam Beechen
When Timmy's mom can't spend time with him on Mother's Day he wishes she could be with him all the time. POOF! Cosmo and Wanda happily oblige before heading off to Fairy World. But when Timmy realizes that "all the time" means she'll be with him every second of the day, he has to find Cosmo and Wanda fast before his mom really embarrasses him!
Mars Needs Moms! - Berkeley Breathed
When a disgruntled boy sees his mother being kidnapped by Martians, he realizes he loves her and will go to any lengths to protect her.
Clifford's Happy Mother's Day - Norman Bridwell
Mother's Day is coming, and Emily Elizabeth is gathering together some surprises for her mom: candy, flowers, and a card she'll make herself. Uh-oh! Clifford accidentally knocks over the ink and tracks paw prints over the card and Emily's sweater!
My Mom - Anthony Browne
A child describes the many wonderful things about "my mom," who can make anything grow, roar like a lion, and be as comfy as an armchair.
The Mother's Day Mice - Eve Bunting
It's Mother's Day and the three mouse brothers, Biggest, Middle, and Little, have only a short time to get their presents.
My Mom is Excellent - Nick Butterworth
A young boy describes all the amazing things that his mother can do.
M.O.M. (Mom Operating Manual) - Doreen Cronin
A guide to the care and maintenance of mothers, who are, according to the manual, "the most advanced human models on the planet."
Mother, You're the Best (But Sister, You're a Pest) - Diane deGroat
Gilbert wants to do something special for his mother on Mother's Day, but first he must stop his sister, Lola, from being the center of attention.
Happy Mother's Day - Stephen Kroll
One day when Mom returns home she is greeted by surprise after surprise from each of her six children and her husband.
Just Me and My Mom - Mercer Mayer
Little Critter enjoys a special day in the city with his mother.
How to Babysit a Grandma - Jean Reagan
A little girl provides instructions for properly babysitting one's grandmother, such as taking trips to the park and singing duets.
Trade-In Mother - Marisabina Russo
Max discusses with his mother good reasons why he'd like to trade her in, but admits there is one reason to keep her.
Oliver, Amanda, and Grandmother Pig - Jean Van Leeuwen
Oliver and Amanda soon discover that their grandmother is a very special person who keeps Amanda company, helps Oliver out of trouble and is the best baby-sitter when mother is out.
Lyle Finds His Mother - Bernard Waber
Lyle the Crocodile leaves his happy home on East 88th Street with the Primms to go in search of his mother at the urging of his former employer Hector P. Valenti, star of stage and screen.
Hazel's Amazing Mother - Rosemary Wells
When Hazel and her beloved doll Eleanor are set upon by bullies, Hazel's mother comes to the rescue in a surprising way.
31 Uses for a Mom - Harriet Ziefert
Humorous drawings show some different ways in which moms serve their children.
All titles are available at the branches of the Easton Area Public Library. To request a book from the Easton, Allentown, or Bethelehem Public Libraries, use our online catalog or call the library. Each request is $0.50.
Thursday, April 9, 2015
Bulletin Board Art for April: Tech Tykes Early Learning Center
This month's bulletin board art comes from
Tech Tykes Early Learning Center
at the Career Institute of Technology in Forks Township.
Every
month, the Easton Area Public Library offers the bulletin boards in the
children's room to local childcare centers in the Easton School
District. The centers are welcome to display creative artwork,
photographs, 3D art projects, and promotional materials. Make sure to
visit the children's room to see their artwork up close! If you're
interested in learning more about the Tech Tykes Early Learning Center, contact information
is available on their displays.
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Monday, March 23, 2015
Spring is in full swing!
We finally made it to the first day of spring, and we've got lots of fun springtime programs at the Main Branch to celebrate its arrival!
SPRING STORYTIME
Sign ups have begun for our Spring storytime session, which begins the week of April 6. We're offering Mother Goose Time (6-24 months), Toddler Time (2-3 years), and Preschool Time (4-5 years). We also have Family Block Party, a special storytime for the whole family with stories and block play!
FAMILY PLACE WORKSHOPS
Sign ups have also begun for the spring session of our Family Place Workshops. The 5-week workshops allow parents to casually chat with experts from various community organizations while children play freely with age appropriate toys. Our workshops feature a different expert every week, and include dieticians, dentists, nurses, speech therapists, and much more! Family Place Workshops are offered every Wednesday from 9:30am - 10:45am starting on April 8. for children ages 1-3.
WILD WIGGLES AND GIGGLES
If you're suffering from a case of cabin fever, there's no better way to kick off spring than in Wild Wiggles and Giggles! We're hosting a very special and very ACTIVE storytime to chase away those winter blahs! Sing songs, listen to silly stories, and burn off energy in an obstacle course! Wild Wiggles and Giggles takes place on Friday, March 27 at 4:00pm for children ages 2-7.
MAD HATTER TEA PARTY
Looking for other ways to be silly this spring? Join us for a special Mad Hatter Tea Party! Dress in your wackiest clothes and celebrate your un-birthday with Alice and the Mad Hatter! We'll have a game, craft, and a special snack. The Mad Hatter Tea Party is Saturday, March 28 at 1:00pm for children ages 6 and up. *Hurry - there are only a few spaces left!
PRESCHOOL GARDEN PARTY
Celebrate the spring season and attend the Preschool Garden Party, prepared and hosted by the Junior Friends of the Easton Area Public Library. Everyone's invited! Join us for a garden story, games, and refreshments. Every child who attends will receive a peatpot seedling to take home! This party kicks off at 10:30am on Saturday, April 25.
Call or visit the Youth Services Department at the Main Library for more information or to sign up for any of our great springtime programs! 610-258-2917 ext. 306
Monday, March 9, 2015
Snacks in the Stacks: Sign up today!
Join us at the Main Library for
Snacks in the Stacks
We're hosting a special storytime to celebrate National Nutrition Month!
Hear fun stories, make a healthy food rainbow, play a matching game, and munch on a healthy snack*. During snack time, parents will have the opportunity to chat with nutritionist Gina Consalvo, who will answer questions about healthy and nutritious eating. For children ages 3-7 with a parent. Program will be approximately 30-45 minutes.
Saturday, March 21 @ 10:30am
Registration is required. Limit 15 children.
Call the Main Library at 610-258-2917 ext. 306 to register!
Call the Main Library at 610-258-2917 ext. 306 to register!
*Light snacks will be served. If your child has a food allergy, please notify the librarian when you register.
We can't wait to see you there!
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Bulletin Board Art for March: Palmer Childcare Academy and Learning Center
March's bulletin board art comes from
Palmer Childcare Academy and Learning Center
in Palmer Township.
Every
month, the Easton Area Public Library offers the bulletin boards in the
children's room to local childcare centers in the Easton School
District. The centers are welcome to display creative artwork,
photographs, 3D art projects, and promotional materials. Make sure to
visit the children's room to see their artwork up close! If you're
interested in learning more about the Palmer Childcare Academy and Learning Center, contact information
is available on their displays.
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