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Library Programming By Age
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOR PROGRAM UPDATES AND MORE!
For more program updates, book recommendations, and a whole lot of library fun, follow the La Vista Public Library on Instagram. Feel free to tag us the next time you visit the library or come to an event! @lavistalibraryyouth
Minecraft Challenge
June: Entries Due June 30
June's Minecraft build challenge is Under the Sea. Make something that relates to the ocean! Pirates, mermaids, lost treasure, coral reefs, tropical islands, whatever you create make it ocean related! Builders ages 8-13 can submit photos of their build to Ms. Ashley. Photos will be hung up in the library and kids who enter can retrieve a prize from the library's prize box.
July: Entries Due July 30
July's Minecraft build challenge is Dinosaurs. Make something that relates to these prehistoric beasts! Whether you build your own dinosaur park, a museum, fossil dig site, or giant dinosaur model is up to you! Builders ages 8-13 can submit photos of their build to Ms. Ashley. Photos will be hung up in the library and kids who enter can retrieve a prize from the library's prize box.
June Events
Zumbini with Miss Tyler - Meet at the Library - Tuesday, June 28 - 10-10:45 a.m.
Kids ages 0-4 can register for this fun class with guest presenter Miss Tyler! Combining music, dance and educational tools for learning, children will be certain to enjoy themselves. If you want to join this class, you must contact the instructor to register. Miss Tyler can be reached at zumbiniwithtyler@gmail.com
Calming Bottles & Meditation - Meet at the Library - Wednesday, June 28 - 2 p.m. - CANCELED
This event has been cancelled.
STEAM Stations - Meet at the Library - Wednesday, June 29 - 2-3:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m.
This summer we are celebrating science, technology, art and math with special STEAM stations on Wednesdays! Stop by the library for some fun activities in each of these five categories. Snap circuits, VR equipment, and art tutorials are only some of the things we will be exploring. STEAM Stations will be offered in the afternoon and in the evening. Come and do what you are interested in! All ages are welcome.
4th of July Crafts - Meet at the Library - Thursday, June 30 - 2-3 p.m.
Get your red, white and blue on and join us in celebrating freedom with fun and festive crafts! All ages welcome. *While supplies last
July Events
Monday, July 4 - LIBRARY CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAY
We wish everyone a happy 4th of July and will see you back in the library on Tuesday!
STEAM Stations - Wednesday, July 6 - NO STEAM STATIONS TODAY
There are no STEAM stations the first week of July. We will have a Creative Hands program from 2-3:30 p.m. today.
Creative Hands: Beat the Heat - Meet at the Library - Wednesday, July 6 - 2-3:30 p.m.
This Wednesday we are having fun with numbers, counting, and practicing fine motor skills!
Lunch Bunch & Free Book Friday - Meet at Southwind Park - Friday, July 8 - 11:30 a.m.
It's time for a picnic! Grab your lunch, a blanket, and find a spot to sit in the park. As you are eating you can listen to some stories. Free books for children will be given out after.
Virtual LEGO Club - Zoom - Monday, July 11 - 2-3 p.m.
Join Ms. Jodi online for some LEGO fun! Participate in building challenges using your LEGO bricks from home. This online club is for all kids who love LEGO! Contact Ms. Jodi if you would like to be added to the Zoom invite list: JNorton@cityoflavista.org
STEAM Stations - Meet at the Library - Wednesday, July 13 - 2-3:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m.
This summer we are celebrating science, technology, art and math with special STEAM stations on Wednesdays! Stop by the library for some fun activities in each of these five categories. Coding bots, building blocks, and crafts are only some of the things we will be exploring. STEAM Stations will be offered in the afternoon and in the evening. Come and do what you are interested in! All ages are welcome.
Beach Themed Crafts - Meet at the Library - Thursday, July 14 - 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Join us for some fun, beach themed crafts! A variety of ocean, sand, and tropical themed crafts will be available. Come create with us! All ages are welcome. *While supplies last
Pirate and Mermaid Party - Meet at the Library - Tuesday, July 19 - 10:30 a.m.
Ahoy, pirates and mermaids! Join the library for an ocean party you won't forget! Come dressed in your best pirate, mermaid, or sea creature costume and get ready for some fun! We will be celebrating with games, crafts, and a costume contest.
Will Parker Music Performance - Meet at the Library - Friday, July 22 - 10:30 a.m.
Children' s entertainer and musician Will Parker is coming to La Vista for a very special performance! Come see him live as he has us sing, dance, and laugh along with him! This performance is great for kids ages 1-100! Space is limited. Arrive early to ensure you have a good spot to sit.
Virtual Scavenger Hunt - ZOOM - Tuesday, July 26 - 6:30 p.m.
Join Ms. Jodi and Ms. Ashley for an online scavenger hunt! Compete to find different objects around your home. This is a great game for families to play together! Contact Ms. Jodi for the ZOOM information. Her email is JNorton@cityoflavista.org
Creative Hands: Beat the Heat - Meet at the Library - Tuesday, July 26 - 10-10:45 a.m.
This Tuesday we are having fun with parachutes and music in the library's large meeting room. Come move and grove with us!
STEAM Stations - Meet at the Library - Wednesday, July 27 - 2-3:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m.
This will be our last STEAM Station for the summer. Stop by the library for some fun activities in each of the five STEAM categories. Snap circuits, art tutorials, and robots are only some of the things we will be exploring. STEAM Stations will be offered in the afternoon and in the evening. Come and do what you are interested in! All ages are welcome.
Baloonapalooza - Meet at Southwind Park - Friday, July 29 - 10:30 a.m.
To celebrate the end of the summer, we ware having balloon games, activities, treats, and special balloon animals!
Summer Reading Ends July 30th! Don't forget to get your Reading Logs in!
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOR PROGRAM UPDATES AND MORE!
For more program updates, book recommendations, and a whole lot of library fun, follow the La Vista Public Library on Instagram. Feel free to tag us the next time you visit the library or come to an event! @lavistalibraryyouth
TWEEN EVENTS (8-12)
Tween Flamingo String Art - Meet at the Library - Friday, July 15 - 2-4 p.m.
Satisfy your urge to craft as we make string art flamingos. Space is limited, so registration is required. Call the library to get your name on the registration list.
Tween Seaside Chat - Meet at the Library - Monday, July 18 - 2-3 p.m.
This book club for kids ages 8-12 has it all. Snacks, cool people, and fun prizes. Feel free to bring a book you are reading (or just really really love) to share.
Footprint Beach Canvas Painting - Meet at the Library - Monday, July 18 - 2-3 p.m.
This special art class is FREE! Paint your own beach scene with footprints in the sand. Because supplies are limited you must register to save your spot. Call the library to get your name on the registration list.
TEEN EVENTS (13-18) - some events allow 12 year old's
Teen Advisory Board and Game Club - Meet at the Library - Thursday, June 30 - 5-7 p.m.
TAB will be meeting at the same time as game club this month. TAB will have their meeting while we eat our snacks with game club to follow. On TAB's agenda is talking about volunteer opportunities this spring. New members are welcome to come or if you're there for game club you can just hang out until game night starts! Ages 13-18 ONLY
Teen Zine Workshop - Meet at the Library - Wednesday, July 6 - 2-4 p.m.
This writing workshop shows you how to make your own zines. What are zines? They are homemade magazine style pamphlets that can be about whatever you want. Food, sports, music, poetry, art... pretty much anything you can think of. You can take your zines home with you or leave them at the library for others to read and enjoy. Ages 12-18 ONLY
Teen Virtual Game Night - Discord - Next Meeting July 7 - 5-7 p.m.
We do not yet have a game chosen for July's online game night. Contact Ms. Ashley if you want to join the teen Discord server. She can send you the invite to join via email. Ages 13-18 ONLY
Teen Fashion Crafters - Meet at the Library - Wednesday, July 13 - 2-4 p.m.
In June we decorated clothing with puffy paint and fabric markers. This month we are doing tie-dye! Bring a light colored shirt or piece of clothing to decorate. We will be meeting outside in the grass, but if you need directions on where we are located ask at the front desk. Ages 12-18 ONLY
Teen D&D - Meet at the Library - Next Meeting Tentatively July 18 - 5:30-7:30 p.m.
It's time for Dungeons and Dragons! The library's D&D club meets once a month to play together. If you are a new player interested in joining talk to Ms. Ashley. We are a very casual group with a mix of new and experienced players, so this is a great group to join if you are wanting to learn how to play. Oh, did I mention that there's pizza? Ages 12-18 ONLY
YA Reading Hour - Meet at the Library - Monday, July 25 - 5-6 p.m.
Meet at the library to talk about what you've been reading! Teens and young adults are welcome to join this casual book club. We have snacks and talk about our favorite books. Feel free to bring a book you like to share with the group. Ms. Ashley will also give some book talks on some of the new items added to the library and have some cool free prizes to giveaway! Ages 13-19 ONLY
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOR PROGRAM UPDATES AND MORE!
For more program updates, book recommendations, and a whole lot of library fun, follow the La Vista Public Library on Instagram. Feel free to tag us the next time you visit the library or come to an event! @lavistalibraryyouth
July
Tiny Art Show - Registration Opens July 1
The library is having its second annual tiny art show! Sign up to receive a kit to make your own tiny peice of art that will be displayed and voted on in the library. Also a youth division has been added for tweens and teens! For information talk to Cedate Shultz CShultz@cityoflavista.org
Coffee Coloring and Crosswords - Meet at the Library - Saturday, July 2 - 10 a.m.
Join us on the first Saturday of the month for some relaxation. De-stress, color, have some coffee and visit with other adults from the area. No need to register just come when you are able!
Library Movie Night- Meet at the Library- Monday, July 25 - 6-7:30 p.m.
Come to the library for some popcorn and the showing of a movie that takes you across the ocean. For information on what is showing talk to Cedate Shultz CShultz@cityoflavista.org
History Book Club - In-Person - Saturday, July 9- 2 p.m.
Enjoy reading books based on history? Looking for a book club to join? Join History Book Club! This month we will be discussing Clark and Division by Naomi Hirahara. Contact Cedate Shultz for more information on how to get a copy of the book and join the meetings. CShultz@cityoflavista.org
Monday Book Club - In-Person - Monday, July 11 - 7 p.m.
Monday book club meets every second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. This month we will be discussing The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See. Contact Cedate Shultz for more information on how to get a copy of the book and join the meetings. CShultz@cityoflavista.org
Pre-School for Adults - Meet at the Library - Tuesday, July 12 - 6-8 p.m.
Even adults deserve to some time to de-stress. Come for this free program where adults do activities like crafts to remember their inner child. Snacks provided.
Thirsty Tuesday Trivia Night - Meet at Kros Strain Brewery - Tuesday, July 12 - 6:30-8 p.m.
It's time for monthly trivia! Come to Kros Strain Brewery (104011 Portal Rd.) for trivia! Come alone or bring a team of up to 4. Ages 21+
Wednesday Book Club - In-Person - Wednesday, July 13 - 2 p.m.
Wednesday book club meets the third Wednesday of the month. This month will be discussing Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy. Contact Cedate Shultz for more information on how to get a copy of the book and join the meetings. CShultz@cityoflavista.org
Seashell Picture Frames - Meet at the Library - Saturday, July 23 - 10:30 a.m.
This art workshop has you making your very own beach themed picture frame with seashells, paint, and sand.
Library Movie Night- Meet at the Library- Monday, July 25 - 6-7:30 p.m.
Come to the library for some popcorn and the showing of a movie that takes you across the ocean. For information on what is showing talk to Cedate Shultz CShultz@cityoflavista.org
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