Lots Of FREE Activities Coming Up At The Library
By Natalie Clysdale
If you are searching for FREE, educational events with a good twist of fun for the kids, then the Library has some great programs to offer and look forward to.
The Moose Jaw Public Library will be offering children’s programming starting Jan. 12 and running until Mar. 1st, 2022.
Online pre-registration is required for the programs and masks are mandated within the building for individuals over the age of two. Registration can be conducted through the library’s website.
“If your child requires access services to fully participate or you have any inquiries about accessibility, please contact us at your earliest convenience,” said Tina Dolcetti, children’s librarian.
Facebook Live Storytime is held on Tuesdays, Jan. 11-Feb. 15 at 10:30 a.m. and takes place on the Moose Jaw Public Library’s Facebook page.
Moose Jaw Public Library - Photo By Roxanne Ashe - Virtual Interiors Photography
Join Miss Aislinn Lawreniuk, librarian technician in the Children’s department, and Marty each week as they share a story live.
Preschool Storytime is held on Wednesdays, Jan. 12 to February 16 at 10:30 a.m. in the children’s program room at the library.
The library promises an engaging storytime session featuring books, songs, fingerplays, scarves, flannel boards, puppets, and more.
Grownups will be given the chance to learn ways to talk, sing, read, write and play to increase early reading skills.
Registration is required and begins Jan. 3, 2020, at 9:30 a.m. online through the Moose Jaw Public Library website.
The “Take N Make” programming features a fun and creative hands-on craft kit that children can take home. There is no cost or registration.
The kit will include a craft followed by instructions and word-based activities for school-aged children six to twelve.
Kits will be located at the librarian's circulation desk for pick up. There will be 5 kits in total that will become available.
The upcoming kits are:
“Snowy Day Collage” consists of creating a lovely snowy day collage. Children are encouraged to take a walk outside and notice sights and sounds then writing a poem using the word snow or snowflake.
This is from January 5th - 18th
Book Suggestions:
Big Snow - by Jonathan Bean
So Much Snow - by Robert Munsch
“Snow Globe” consists of creating a cool, festive snow globe.
This is from December 15th- January 4th.
“Family Literacy Day Kits” consist of ideas for outdoor and nature-themed activities.
This is from January 19th - February 1st
Book Suggestions:
When The Trees Crackle with Cold - by Bernice Johnson-Laxda
“Valentines Day Card” consists of creating your very own Valentine's Day card for that special someone. Followed by extension activities.
This is from Feb. 2-15
Book Suggestions:
Happy Valentines Day Mouse! - by Laura Joffee Numeroff
Pete the Cat: Valentines Day is Cool - by Kim Dean
Click, Clack, Moo I Love You! - by Doreen Cronin
“Button Tree” consists of creating a uniquely, beautiful and colorful button tree. Followed by extension activities.
Book Suggestions:
Picture A Tree - by Barbara Reid
Tap the Magic Tree - by Christie Matheson
Little Tree - by Loren Long
For additional information on these inclusive children’s programs please contact the Moose Jaw Public Library directly at (306) 692-2787 or ask for either Aislinn Lawreniuk or Tina Dolcetti