Monday April 1, 2024
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Tuesday April 30, 2024
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9:00 AM
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9:00 PM
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Signs of Spring Scavenger Hunt (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Come and take a peek to see if you can find all the signs of spring around the children's room.
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Location: Main Library Children's Room
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Saturday April 27, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Drop-in Storytime (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Enjoy poetry and stories for National Poetry Month at our Saturday storytime program.
For all ages. No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Monday April 29, 2024
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9:00 AM
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9:00 PM
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Poem in Your Pocket Day (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Chidlren's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Drop by the library for a poem to put into your pocket! This fun holiday has been celebrated yearly since 2002! Feel free to grab one of our poems, or even write one of yours for someone else!
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Location: Main Library Children's Room
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1:30 PM
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2:30 PM
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Are You My Mommy? (Kindergarten-3rd grade)
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Contact: Main Buildings Children's Department 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Every animal starts off as a smaller version of their parents. This presentation will reunite the baby with the mom as children use their observational skills to figure out whose mom belongs to a picture or stuffed animal of a baby animal. Then children will meet the actual animal mother. So join us and share a turtle, an opossum, a chicken, a frog, a rabbit mother, and who knows maybe a baby will visit too.
This program is suitable for children in grades Kindergarten to 3rd grade and will take place at the Main Building.
Registration begins 4/15 at 10am. Please use your child's Library card to register.
Please register for only one time and location: EITHER the 1:30PM program at the Main Building OR the 3:30pm program the Parkville branch.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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7:00 PM
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7:30 PM
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PJ Storytime (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Who doesn't love getting all cozy in their favorite PJs? Join us for some fantastic bedtime stories in your PJs!
This program will take place at the Main Building and is for all children with their adult.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Room
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Tuesday April 30, 2024
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Mock Caldecott Book Club (Kindergarten-Grade 5)
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Contact: Main Building Children’s Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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The Caldecott Medal is awarded every year to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. Throughout the year 2024, the Mock Caldecott Book Club will meet to disucss a picture book published in 2024. At the end of the year, we will decide which book we believe deserves to win the medal.
Circulating copies will be held at the desk for checkout.
This program is best suite for children in elementary school.
Registration for this program will begin on April 16th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Wednesday May 1, 2024
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Friday May 31, 2024
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10:00 AM
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9:00 PM
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AAPI Heritage Scavenger Hunt (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Visit the Children's Room during the month of May to participate in a scavenger hunt featuring prominent Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Each participant will receive a prize while supplies last. This program is suitable for all ages. No registration is required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Room
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Wednesday May 1, 2024
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Friday May 31, 2024
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10:00 AM
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9:00 PM
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Get Caught Reading Raffle (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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During the month of May, get caught reading in the library to be entered into a raffle! Get cozy with a good book in the Children's Room for the chance to win a prize.
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Location: Main Library Children's Room
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Wednesday May 1, 2024
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5:00 PM
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6:00 PM
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Chess for Kids (Grades 1-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for a fun afternoon filled with Chess! Just bring yourself, no chessboard needed!
This program will take place at our Main Building on May 1, 8, 15, and 29th at 5 PM. There will be no chess on May 22.
Registration for each of these programs will begin on April 17th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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7:00 PM
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8:30 PM
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Roblox (Grades 2-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join TD3 Innovative Gaming and your friends in this thrilling Roblox adventure! Compete in obstacle course challenges, tycoon games, player vs. player competitions, hunger games survival contests, and other activities. No prior experience is needed.
Laptops will not be provided, please bring your own.
This program will take place on May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29th at the Main Building.
Registration for each of these events will open on April 17th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Thursday May 2, 2024
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Harry Potter Jeopardy (Grades 3-6)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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May 2nd is International Harry Potter Day. This day was chosen to honor the Great Battle of Hogwarts. To celebrate, we'll play a rousing game of Jeopardy all based on the Harry Potter books and movies. Come test your knowledge.
This program will take place at the Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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Friday May 3, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Time (Walkers)
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Contact: Main Building Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for songs, rhymes, books and playtime.
Suitable for walkers and their caregivers.
This program will be capped at 15 families. Families will be let in on a first come, first serve basis.
No registration required.
Program takes place at the Main Library on the following Fridays : May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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11:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Baby Lapsit (Crawlers)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for a morning of reading, singing and bonding with your little one. Join us for our baby lapsit storytime. This program is perfect for babies who are not yet walking.
This program will take place May 3, 10, 17, and 31st at 11:30 AM at our Main Building.
This program will be capped at 15 families. Families will be let in on a first come, first serve basis.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Kids Learn Neuroscience (Grades 2-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Room 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Ever wonder why candy is so addictive or the reason why paper cuts hurt so much? It's all because of the brain! Join us for an exciting hands on event for kids all about the wonders of the brain. Explore the processes behind your brain and how it decides what you feel, think, and remember in this easy to understand program!
This program will take place at our Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Saturday May 4, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
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May the Fourth Be With You Party (Kindergarten- Grade 5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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May the forth be with you! Come celebrate Star Wars with a few fun activities. No matter if you're a jedi, a sith or even a porg, you're welcome to celebrate in style.
This program will take place at the Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Sunday May 5, 2024
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3:00 PM
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3:45 PM
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Tales & Tunes with Miss Marisa (Walkers-Kindergarten)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Marisa for music and movement, interactive literacy, and socializing with other children.
This program will take place on May 5, 19 June 2 and 9th.
This program is best for babies who are walking through Kindergarten.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Monday May 6, 2024
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11:15 AM
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12:00 PM
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Grandparents and Kids: Play Together (Walkers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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This program has been cancelled.
Join Miss Sandy for fun with your grandkids. Stories, songs and play time with your grandchildren. This program is for walkers through PreK.
This program will take place at the Main Library.
It will meet May 6, 13, 20th.
No registration is required.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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9:00 PM
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No Rules. Just Read-a-thon (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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We're kicking off children's book week with an old fashioned read-a-thon. The theme is "No Rules, Just Read." So that we'll do. Come in and read, read read. Drop in any time after school. Stay for a minute, stay for an hour. Up to you!
Thios program will take place at our Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Room
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Tuesday May 7, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
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Open Play (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for open playtime! We'll put out toys for your littles to play with, and while playing you can get to know your Great Neck neighbors.
This program will take place on May 7, 14 and 28th at 11 AM at our Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Wednesday May 8, 2024
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5:00 PM
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6:00 PM
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Chess for Kids (Grades 1-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for a fun afternoon filled with Chess! Just bring yourself, no chessboard needed!
This program will take place at our Main Building on May 1, 8, 15, and 29th at 5 PM. There will be no chess on May 22.
Registration for each of these programs will begin on April 17th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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7:00 PM
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8:30 PM
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Roblox (Grades 2-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join TD3 Innovative Gaming and your friends in this thrilling Roblox adventure! Compete in obstacle course challenges, tycoon games, player vs. player competitions, hunger games survival contests, and other activities. No prior experience is needed.
Laptops will not be provided, please bring your own.
This program will take place on May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29th at the Main Building.
Registration for each of these events will open on April 17th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Thursday May 9, 2024
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11:15 AM
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12:00 PM
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Mother's Day Storycraft (Preschoolers)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Sandy for a story about mothers. Make a craft for someone you love.
This program is for preschoolers.
It will take place at the Main Library.
No registration is required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Forest Science Series: Leaf Printing (Grades 1-4)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for Week 1 of the Forest Science Series! This week, children will learn about trees and other producers with a fun leaf printing STEM craft.
The Forest Science Series will take place at 4pm on May 9th, May 23rd, June 6th, and June 13th. Children are not required to participate in all 4 sessions to join this program, and there is no registration. Entry to the program will be first come, first served. This program is suitable for children in grades 1-4, and an accompanying adult is required for children under 10.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Friday May 10, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Time (Walkers)
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Contact: Main Building Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for songs, rhymes, books and playtime.
Suitable for walkers and their caregivers.
This program will be capped at 15 families. Families will be let in on a first come, first serve basis.
No registration required.
Program takes place at the Main Library on the following Fridays : May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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11:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Baby Lapsit (Crawlers)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for a morning of reading, singing and bonding with your little one. Join us for our baby lapsit storytime. This program is perfect for babies who are not yet walking.
This program will take place May 3, 10, 17, and 31st at 11:30 AM at our Main Building.
This program will be capped at 15 families. Families will be let in on a first come, first serve basis.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Saturday May 11, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Drop-in Storytime (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for drop-in storytime! We will read stories, sing songs, and have tons of early literacy fun! This program will take place on Saturday, May 11th at 11am, and is suitable for all ages. Please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required for this event.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Monday May 13, 2024
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Friday May 24, 2024
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10:00 AM
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9:00 PM
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Memorial Day Cards for our Veterans (all ages)
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Contact: Main Buildings Children's Department 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Stop by the Children's Room from May 13 to May 24 and fill out a card to send to our troops via Operation Gratitude!
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Room
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Monday May 13, 2024
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11:15 AM
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12:00 PM
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Grandparents and Kids: Play Together (Walkers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Sandy for fun with your grandkids. Stories, songs and play time with your grandchildren. This program is for walkers through PreK.
This program will take place at the Main Library.
It will meet May 6, 13, 20th.
No registration is required.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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Tuesday May 14, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
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Open Play (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for open playtime! We'll put out toys for your littles to play with, and while playing you can get to know your Great Neck neighbors.
This program will take place on May 7, 14 and 28th at 11 AM at our Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Author & Illustrator Storycraft Series (Preschool to Grade 2)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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CONTACT : Main Library Children's Department, 516-466-8055, x247, childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
Explore picture book authors and illustrators and create an art project inspired by the books.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Wednesday May 15, 2024
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10:30 AM
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11:15 AM
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Mandarin Bilingual Storytime (Walkers-Preschool)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Wang Laoshi (Ms. Wang) and her friend Panda Yuan Yuan for a bilingual storytime.
Children will learn about both Chinese culture and the language of Mandarin by exploring nursery rhymes, songs and stories! Different fun topics including animals, family, numbers and seasons will be explored!
No Mandarin background is required.
This program will take place at our Main Building on May 15, 22, 29 and June 5th.
Each of these programs will open for regsitration on May 1 at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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5:00 PM
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6:00 PM
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Chess for Kids (Grades 1-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for a fun afternoon filled with Chess! Just bring yourself, no chessboard needed!
This program will take place at our Main Building on May 1, 8, 15, and 29th at 5 PM. There will be no chess on May 22.
Registration for each of these programs will begin on April 17th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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7:00 PM
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8:30 PM
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Roblox (Grades 2-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join TD3 Innovative Gaming and your friends in this thrilling Roblox adventure! Compete in obstacle course challenges, tycoon games, player vs. player competitions, hunger games survival contests, and other activities. No prior experience is needed.
Laptops will not be provided, please bring your own.
This program will take place on May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29th at the Main Building.
Registration for each of these events will open on April 17th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Thursday May 16, 2024
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9:30 AM
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10:15 AM
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Music for Aardvarks (Crawlers- PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Enjoy music and movement in this fun, interactive concert with Music for Aardvarks!
This program will take place on May 16, 23, 30, and June 6th at our Main Building at both 9:30 and 10:30 AM.
Please register for only ONE of the time slots.
Registration for each event will open May 2st at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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10:30 AM
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11:15 AM
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Music for Aardvarks (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Enjoy music and movement in this fun, interactive concert with Music for Aardvarks!
This program will take place on May 16, 23, 30, and June 6th at our Main Building at both 9:30 and 10:30 AM.
Please register for only ONE of the time slots.
Registration for each event will open May 2st at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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Star Luminary (grades2-5)
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Contact: Main Buildings Children's Department 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Light up your space with a star luminary. This program is suitable for those in grades 2-5 and will take place at the Main Library.
Registration begins on May 2 at 10am. Please use your child's library card to register.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Friday May 17, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Time (Walkers)
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Contact: Main Building Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for songs, rhymes, books and playtime.
Suitable for walkers and their caregivers.
This program will be capped at 15 families. Families will be let in on a first come, first serve basis.
No registration required.
Program takes place at the Main Library on the following Fridays : May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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11:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Baby Lapsit (Crawlers)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for a morning of reading, singing and bonding with your little one. Join us for our baby lapsit storytime. This program is perfect for babies who are not yet walking.
This program will take place May 3, 10, 17, and 31st at 11:30 AM at our Main Building.
This program will be capped at 15 families. Families will be let in on a first come, first serve basis.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Saturday May 18, 2024
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Author Visit with Aram Kim (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Come and join us as prolific children's book author, Aram Kim, reads one of her stories aloud! We'll do a craft and ask her any questions about her stories, and about being an author!
This program will take place at the Main Building.
No registration required.
Learn more about Aram here: https://www.aramkim.com/
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Sunday May 19, 2024
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3:00 PM
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3:45 PM
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Tales & Tunes with Miss Marisa (Walkers-Kindergarten)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Marisa for music and movement, interactive literacy, and socializing with other children.
This program will take place on May 5, 19 June 2 and 9th.
This program is best for babies who are walking through Kindergarten.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Monday May 20, 2024
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11:15 AM
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12:00 PM
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Grandparents and Kids: Play Together (Walkers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Sandy for fun with your grandkids. Stories, songs and play time with your grandchildren. This program is for walkers through PreK.
This program will take place at the Main Library.
It will meet May 6, 13, 20th.
No registration is required.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Operatic Storytime (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Mezzo-Soprano Sarah Knott will sing opera arias and songs at Great Neck Library for students and families of all ages!
This is an educational open form/presentation in which the audience members will begin to themselves as the artist. We will learn about opera and how emotions can be heard through music even when it is in a different language than we speak. This is a sensory-friendly program so you can leave the room as needed or dance to the music with scarves!
This program will take place at 4 PM at the Main Building.
Registration will begin on May 6 at 10 AM
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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Tuesday May 21, 2024
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Author & Illustrator Storycraft Series (Preschool to Grade 2)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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CONTACT : Main Library Children's Department, 516-466-8055, x247, childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
Explore picture book authors and illustrators and create an art project inspired by the books.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Wednesday May 22, 2024
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10:30 AM
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11:15 AM
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Mandarin Bilingual Storytime (Walkers-Preschool)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Wang Laoshi (Ms. Wang) and her friend Panda Yuan Yuan for a bilingual storytime.
Children will learn about both Chinese culture and the language of Mandarin by exploring nursery rhymes, songs and stories! Different fun topics including animals, family, numbers and seasons will be explored!
No Mandarin background is required.
This program will take place at our Main Building on May 15, 22, 29 and June 5th.
Each of these programs will open for regsitration on May 1 at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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The Jewish Museum Presents: Ezra Jack Keats (Kindergarten- Grade 5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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In this workshop,Jewish Museum educators introduce students to the works of prolificJewish author and illustrator Ezra Jack Keats, through storytelling and visual images. Students create a work of art inspired by the illustrators’ books.
This program will take place at the Main Building.
Registration for this program will take place on May 8 at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Small Multipurpose Room
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7:00 PM
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8:30 PM
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Roblox (Grades 2-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join TD3 Innovative Gaming and your friends in this thrilling Roblox adventure! Compete in obstacle course challenges, tycoon games, player vs. player competitions, hunger games survival contests, and other activities. No prior experience is needed.
Laptops will not be provided, please bring your own.
This program will take place on May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29th at the Main Building.
Registration for each of these events will open on April 17th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Thursday May 23, 2024
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9:30 AM
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10:15 AM
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Music for Aardvarks (Crawlers- PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Enjoy music and movement in this fun, interactive concert with Music for Aardvarks!
This program will take place on May 16, 23, 30, and June 6th at our Main Building at both 9:30 and 10:30 AM.
Please register for only ONE of the time slots.
Registration for each event will open May 2st at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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10:30 AM
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11:15 AM
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Music for Aardvarks (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Enjoy music and movement in this fun, interactive concert with Music for Aardvarks!
This program will take place on May 16, 23, 30, and June 6th at our Main Building at both 9:30 and 10:30 AM.
Please register for only ONE of the time slots.
Registration for each event will open May 2st at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Forest Science Series: Build an Insect (Grades 1-4)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for Week 2 of the Forest Science Series! This week, children will learn about insects and other herbivores with a fun build-an-insect STEM craft.
The Forest Science Series will take place at 4pm on May 9th, May 23rd, June 6th, and June 13th. Children are not required to participate in all 4 sessions to join this program, and there is no registration. Entry to the program will be first come, first served. This program is suitable for children in grades 1-4, and an accompanying adult is required for children under 10.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Friday May 24, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Time (Walkers)
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Contact: Main Building Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for songs, rhymes, books and playtime.
Suitable for walkers and their caregivers.
This program will be capped at 15 families. Families will be let in on a first come, first serve basis.
No registration required.
Program takes place at the Main Library on the following Fridays : May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Tuesday May 28, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
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Open Play (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for open playtime! We'll put out toys for your littles to play with, and while playing you can get to know your Great Neck neighbors.
This program will take place on May 7, 14 and 28th at 11 AM at our Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Author & Illustrator Storycraft Series (Preschool to Grade 2)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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CONTACT : Main Library Children's Department, 516-466-8055, x247, childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
Explore picture book authors and illustrators and create an art project inspired by the books.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Wednesday May 29, 2024
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10:30 AM
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11:15 AM
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Mandarin Bilingual Storytime (Walkers-Preschool)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Wang Laoshi (Ms. Wang) and her friend Panda Yuan Yuan for a bilingual storytime.
Children will learn about both Chinese culture and the language of Mandarin by exploring nursery rhymes, songs and stories! Different fun topics including animals, family, numbers and seasons will be explored!
No Mandarin background is required.
This program will take place at our Main Building on May 15, 22, 29 and June 5th.
Each of these programs will open for regsitration on May 1 at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 4-6)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us to discuss the graphic novel "The Legend of Auntie Po" by Shing Yin Khor. In this novel, Mei reimagines the myths of Paul Bunyan as starring a Chinese heroine while she works in a Sierra Nevada logging camp in 1885. Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month this May with this month's book club pick!
Copies will be available to registrants while supplies last.
Registration for this program will begin on Wednesday, April 10th at 10am.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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5:00 PM
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6:00 PM
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Chess for Kids (Grades 1-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for a fun afternoon filled with Chess! Just bring yourself, no chessboard needed!
This program will take place at our Main Building on May 1, 8, 15, and 29th at 5 PM. There will be no chess on May 22.
Registration for each of these programs will begin on April 17th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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7:00 PM
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8:30 PM
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Roblox (Grades 2-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join TD3 Innovative Gaming and your friends in this thrilling Roblox adventure! Compete in obstacle course challenges, tycoon games, player vs. player competitions, hunger games survival contests, and other activities. No prior experience is needed.
Laptops will not be provided, please bring your own.
This program will take place on May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29th at the Main Building.
Registration for each of these events will open on April 17th at 10 AM.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Thursday May 30, 2024
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9:30 AM
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10:15 AM
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Music for Aardvarks (Crawlers- PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Enjoy music and movement in this fun, interactive concert with Music for Aardvarks!
This program will take place on May 16, 23, 30, and June 6th at our Main Building at both 9:30 and 10:30 AM.
Please register for only ONE of the time slots.
Registration for each event will open May 2st at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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10:30 AM
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11:15 AM
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Music for Aardvarks (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Enjoy music and movement in this fun, interactive concert with Music for Aardvarks!
This program will take place on May 16, 23, 30, and June 6th at our Main Building at both 9:30 and 10:30 AM.
Please register for only ONE of the time slots.
Registration for each event will open May 2st at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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4:30 PM
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Math Storytime (Pre-K to 2nd grade)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for a fun and musical storytime reinforcing math concepts.
Suitable for preschoolers to grade 2.
Program takes place at the Main Library.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Friday May 31, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Time (Walkers)
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Contact: Main Building Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for songs, rhymes, books and playtime.
Suitable for walkers and their caregivers.
This program will be capped at 15 families. Families will be let in on a first come, first serve basis.
No registration required.
Program takes place at the Main Library on the following Fridays : May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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11:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Baby Lapsit (Crawlers)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for a morning of reading, singing and bonding with your little one. Join us for our baby lapsit storytime. This program is perfect for babies who are not yet walking.
This program will take place May 3, 10, 17, and 31st at 11:30 AM at our Main Building.
This program will be capped at 15 families. Families will be let in on a first come, first serve basis.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Share Your Smile (Grade 3-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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It's Smile Day. Inspired by Raina Telgemeier's Smile and Share Your Smile, come and learn how you can share your smile (or story)! This program is great for budding writers or illustrators.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Saturday June 1, 2024
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Sunday June 30, 2024
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10:00 AM
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9:00 PM
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National Parks Scavenger Hunt (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Visit the Children's Room during the month of June to celebrate National Get Outdoors Month by participating in a scavenger hunt. The scavenger hunt will feature some incredible National Parks from across the United States. Each participant will receive a prize while supplies last. This program is suitable for all ages. No registration is required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Room
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Saturday June 1, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Drop-in Storytime (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for drop-in storytime! We will read stories, sing songs, and have tons of early literacy fun! This program will take place on Saturday, June 1st at 11am, and is suitable for all ages. Please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required for this event.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Sunday June 2, 2024
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3:00 PM
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3:45 PM
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Tales & Tunes with Miss Marisa (Walkers-Kindergarten)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Marisa for music and movement, interactive literacy, and socializing with other children.
This program will take place on May 5, 19 June 2 and 9th.
This program is best for babies who are walking through Kindergarten.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Tuesday June 4, 2024
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4:30 PM
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5:30 PM
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Mixed Media Summer Paintings (Grades 2-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us to create artowrk made from various material, including shells, textured paper, and of course paint!
This program will take place at the Main Building.
Registration for this event will take place May 21 at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Wednesday June 5, 2024
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10:30 AM
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11:15 AM
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Mandarin Bilingual Storytime (Walkers-Preschool)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Wang Laoshi (Ms. Wang) and her friend Panda Yuan Yuan for a bilingual storytime.
Children will learn about both Chinese culture and the language of Mandarin by exploring nursery rhymes, songs and stories! Different fun topics including animals, family, numbers and seasons will be explored!
No Mandarin background is required.
This program will take place at our Main Building on May 15, 22, 29 and June 5th.
Each of these programs will open for regsitration on May 1 at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
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Open Play (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Sandy and play with our toys. We'll read a book and sing some songs.
No registration is required.
We will meet June 5, 12, 19, 26 2024.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Thursday June 6, 2024
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9:30 AM
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10:15 AM
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Music for Aardvarks (Crawlers- PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Enjoy music and movement in this fun, interactive concert with Music for Aardvarks!
This program will take place on May 16, 23, 30, and June 6th at our Main Building at both 9:30 and 10:30 AM.
Please register for only ONE of the time slots.
Registration for each event will open May 2st at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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10:30 AM
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11:15 AM
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Music for Aardvarks (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Enjoy music and movement in this fun, interactive concert with Music for Aardvarks!
This program will take place on May 16, 23, 30, and June 6th at our Main Building at both 9:30 and 10:30 AM.
Please register for only ONE of the time slots.
Registration for each event will open May 2st at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Forest Science Series: Owl Pellet Dissection (Grades 1-4)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for Week 3 of the Forest Science Series! This week, children will learn about birds of prey and other carnivores with a hands-on owl pellet dissection. Please note, owl pellets are masses of regurgitated undigested food- while whole animals will not be involved in this dissection, children will work with skulls and other small bones. This will be a fun, interactive STEM program, that little scientists are sure to enjoy!
The Forest Science Series will take place at 4pm on May 9th, May 23rd, June 6th, and June 13th. Children are not required to participate in all 4 sessions to join this program, and there is no registration. Entry to the program will be first come, first served. This program is suitable for children in grades 1-4, and an accompanying adult is required for children under 10.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Friday June 7, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Storytime (Walkers- PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us on Fridays in June for toddler storytime! We will read stories, sing songs, and have tons of early literacy fun! This program will take place on Friday, June 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th at 11am, and is suitable for walkers through PreK aged children. Please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required for this event.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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11:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Baby Lapsit (Crawlers)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for a lapsit for crawlers and their caregivers with music, rhymes, books and fun times.
Program will be held at the Main Library on the following Fridays: June 7, 14, 21 and 28.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Sunday June 9, 2024
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3:00 PM
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3:45 PM
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Tales & Tunes with Miss Marisa (Walkers-Kindergarten)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Marisa for music and movement, interactive literacy, and socializing with other children.
This program will take place on May 5, 19 June 2 and 9th.
This program is best for babies who are walking through Kindergarten.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Monday June 10, 2024
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Dragon Boat Festival Storycraft (Kindergarten-Grade 5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us as we read a story about China's Dragon Boat Festival and stay for a craft! We'll be making scent satchets!
This program will take place at our Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Tuesday June 11, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Dance Party (Walkers-Preschool)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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We're dancing all morning long. We'll have a low stakes dance party, and you're invited!
This program will take place at our Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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5:15 PM
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Father's Day Mugs (Pre-K to 3rd grade)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Hear a story and decorate a beautiful mug for dad this Father's Day.
Suitable for preschool through grade 3.
No registration required while supplies last.
Program will be held at the Main Library.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Wednesday June 12, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
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Open Play (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Sandy and play with our toys. We'll read a book and sing some songs.
No registration is required.
We will meet June 5, 12, 19, 26 2024.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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4:30 PM
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5:15 PM
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Engineering Club (K - 3rd grade)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for an exploration of electronic and non-electronic building games and materials. Create your dream structures.
Suitable for children in grades K-3 with caregiver.
No registration required.
Program will take place at the Main Library.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Thursday June 13, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
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Butterfly Storycraft (Preschool)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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It's almost summer, and that means the caterpillers have turned into butterflies. Jpin us for a fun butterfly storycraft!
This program will take place at the Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Noodle Play (Kindergarten- Grade 3)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Noodle Play is oodles and noodles of FUN! A combination of sports, games, and activities using noodles designed to help students with their motor skills, balance, strength, and hand-eye coordination.
This program will take place at the Main Building.
Registration for this event will open May 30th at 10 AM
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Forest Science Series: Experiment with Yeast (Grades 1-4)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for Week 4 of the Forest Science Series! This week, children will learn about fungi and other decomposers through a fun experiment with yeast.
The Forest Science Series will take place at 4pm on May 9th, May 23rd, June 6th, and June 13th. Children are not required to participate in all 4 sessions to join this program, and there is no registration. Entry to the program will be first come, first served. This program is suitable for children in grades 1-4, and an accompanying adult is required for children under 10.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Friday June 14, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Storytime (Walkers- PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us on Fridays in June for toddler storytime! We will read stories, sing songs, and have tons of early literacy fun! This program will take place on Friday, June 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th at 11am, and is suitable for walkers through PreK aged children. Please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required for this event.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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11:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Baby Lapsit (Crawlers)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for a lapsit for crawlers and their caregivers with music, rhymes, books and fun times.
Program will be held at the Main Library on the following Fridays: June 7, 14, 21 and 28.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Saturday June 15, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Rainbow Storytime (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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June is Pride Month. Join us for a special storytime to celebrate.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Monday June 17, 2024
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Ocean Embroidery (Grades 4-6)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us at the library for ocean embroidery! In this program, children will learn the basics of hand embroidering, create their own ocean-themed project, and learn about machine embroidery with a special guest from the STEM lab.
This program will take place on June 17th at 4pm. No registration is required, and entry will be first come, first served. This program is suitable for children in grades 4-6, and an accompanying adult is not required for children 10 and over.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Wednesday June 19, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
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Open Play (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Sandy and play with our toys. We'll read a book and sing some songs.
No registration is required.
We will meet June 5, 12, 19, 26 2024.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
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Paint and Listen (Kindergarten- Grade 5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Follow along with an instructor to create a painting inspired by the mood and tone of live acoustic guitar
music. We'll discuss the ways that music and visual art intersect as you paint a masterpiece step by step!
This program will take place at the Main Building.
Regsitration will begin for this event on June 5 at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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4:30 PM
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5:15 PM
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Engineering Club (K - 3rd grade)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for an exploration of electronic and non-electronic building games and materials. Create your dream structures.
Suitable for children in grades K-3 with caregiver.
No registration required.
Program will take place at the Main Library.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Thursday June 20, 2024
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4:00 PM
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4:45 PM
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Make Your Own Journal (grades 2-5)
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Contact: Main Buildings Children's Department 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us and make a journal that you can decorate and make your very own. This program is suitable for those in grades 2-5 and will take place at the Main Library.
Registration begins on June 6th at 10am. Please use your child's library card to register.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Friday June 21, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Storytime (Walkers- PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us on Fridays in June for toddler storytime! We will read stories, sing songs, and have tons of early literacy fun! This program will take place on Friday, June 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th at 11am, and is suitable for walkers through PreK aged children. Please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required for this event.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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11:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Baby Lapsit (Crawlers)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for a lapsit for crawlers and their caregivers with music, rhymes, books and fun times.
Program will be held at the Main Library on the following Fridays: June 7, 14, 21 and 28.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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4:00 PM
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9:00 PM
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Sunshine Orange Pineapple Muffins with Chef Rob
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Contact: Main Buildings Children's Department 516-466-8055x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Let's make tasty Sunshine Orange Pineapple Muffins with Chef Rob Scott. Register to receive an ingredients list and all the dry ingredients to make this tasty treat. This program is suitable for all ages with an adult and will take place via kit pickup at the Main Building. Registration begins June 7th at 10am.
ONLY 1 KIT PER FAMILY
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Saturday June 22, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Drop-in Storytime (All Ages)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us for drop-in storytime! We will read stories, sing songs, and have tons of early literacy fun! This program will take place on Saturday, June 22nd at 11am, and is suitable for all ages. Please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required for this event.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Monday June 24, 2024
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4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Camp Halfblood (Grades 3-6)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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It's almost time for camp, so that means it's almost time for all demigods to return to Camp Halfblood. No matter if you the son of Demeter or the daughter of Hebe, we've got an activity for you. We'll have several stations dedicated to various gods and goddesses with crafts and activities at each station. This is perfect for old fans of Percy Jackson, and for new fans too!
This program will take place at the Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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Tuesday June 25, 2024
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
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Composting with Clark Botanic Gardens (Grade 2-5)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 56-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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This program covers the difference between soil, dirt, and compost. We'll discuss the benefits to the environment when we compost, what the terms "organic" and "inorganic" mean, and we end the session making wildflower seed balls!
This program will take place at the Main Library.
Registration for this event will begin on June 11 at 10 AM.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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Wednesday June 26, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
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Open Play (Crawlers-PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Sandy and play with our toys. We'll read a book and sing some songs.
No registration is required.
We will meet June 5, 12, 19, 26 2024.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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2:00 PM
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3:45 PM
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Kid's Movie Matinee: Luca (2021)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Set in a seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar’s “Luca” is a coming-of-age story about a young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer. Luca shares these adventures with his friend, Alberto, but all the fun is threatened by a deeply-held secret: they are sea monsters from another world below the water’s surface.
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour, 41 minutes
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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4:30 PM
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5:15 PM
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Engineering Club (K - 3rd grade)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for an exploration of electronic and non-electronic building games and materials. Create your dream structures.
Suitable for children in grades K-3 with caregiver.
No registration required.
Program will take place at the Main Library.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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Thursday June 27, 2024
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9:30 AM
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10:45 AM
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Adventures in Playtime (Crawlers-Kindergarten)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Kick off summer with the biggesr playdate you've ever been to. We'll have stations set up across the library for our youngest of babies through burgeoning kindergarteners, with caregivers!
This program will take place at our Main Building.
No registration required.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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11:30 AM
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12:30 PM
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Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle! The audience helps the performer act out the tale, as we use the events in the story to explore several exciting science concepts including air pressure, energy transfer, physical vs. chemical changes, and more! Volunteers help conduct each experiment and the whole audience gets involved in changing variables, making predictions, and comparing results! We’ll even bring some experiments out into the crowd for all to see.
No registration required. First come, first seated.
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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3:00 PM
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5:00 PM
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Talent Showcase (Kindergarten-Grade 6)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Do you have a cool talent? Is there any skill you want to show off? Join us for our Summer Challenge Kickoff Talent Showcase! No matter if you're juggling or doing a funky dance, we want to see!
Audience is open to all!
This program will take place at our Main Building.
Registration will open at 10 AM on June 13th.
Please limit preformances to 10 minutes or less, so we can fit in as many kids as possible!
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Location: Main Library Community Room
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Friday June 28, 2024
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11:00 AM
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11:30 AM
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Toddler Storytime (Walkers- PreK)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join us on Fridays in June for toddler storytime! We will read stories, sing songs, and have tons of early literacy fun! This program will take place on Friday, June 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th at 11am, and is suitable for walkers through PreK aged children. Please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required for this event.
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Location: Main Library Children's Program Room
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11:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Baby Lapsit (Crawlers)
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Contact: Main Building's Children's Department 516-466-8055 x 247 childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
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Join Miss Judy for a lapsit for crawlers and their caregivers with music, rhymes, books and fun times.
Program will be held at the Main Library on the following Fridays: June 7, 14, 21 and 28.
No registration required.
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Location: Large Multipurpose Room 34,, Main Library
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