This Summer, parents and guardians of budding storytellers ages 8-12 are invited to enter the Katherine Applegate Color Our World Writing Contest. Entries are open from June 1 to July 31.Writing PromptYour writing can change and color our world! Write a short story between 1,000 and 1,500 words about a character who takes an action…
Are you an independent reader who misses going to story time? Join us during the regular story hour to discuss some of your favorite books and get new book recommendations from your peers! Then help the story time kids with their crafts and enjoy a snack with them at the end! Feel free to bring…
Personalize a pair of sunglasses with beads! We will be using E6000 glue, so parent supervision is required for the entire program. June 30 at Brookville Library at 5 p.m.
School is starting again soon, and many kids are getting new shoes!Whitewater Valley Retired Teachers and Imagination Library of Franklin County want your used shoes!Donate at Brookville or Laurel Public Libraries during the month of July. Please bring clean, used shoes that are still in good condition. Any kind of shoe with a hard sole,…
Join us for a splash-tastic time at the Library Summer Bash! Water fight! Pie eating contest! Hot dogs! Fun, food, and friendly competition – don’t miss it! July 1 at Laurel Library at noon.
Give this popular 90s craft a try! Learn how to weave pony beads together to make your own small animal keychain. July 2 at Brookville Library at 10 a.m.
Join us for an engaging time of learning songs and fun activities to build foundational beginning reading skills. Our focus will be rhyming, word awareness, segmenting sounds in words, and story comprehension. This program is open to 4 & 5- year-olds who will be new Kindergarteners in 2025 or 2026.
Join us for video and board games! Multiple different gaming systems will be used, as well as a bunch of different board games, on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. at Laurel Library.
Join us for an engaging time of learning songs and fun activities to build foundational beginning reading skills. Our focus will be rhyming, word awareness, segmenting sounds in words, and story comprehension. This program is open to 4 & 5- year-olds who will be new Kindergarteners in 2025 or 2026.
Are you an independent reader who misses going to story time? Join us during the regular story hour to discuss some of your favorite books and get new book recommendations from your peers! Then help the story time kids with their crafts and enjoy a snack with them at the end! Feel free to bring…
Get creative in this hands-on painting workshop where we explore a unique artistic style and try it out for ourselves. We’ll break down what defines the artist's style, then you’ll make your own inspired piece to take home. Come experiment, express yourself, and discover your inner artist! Call either library to RSVP. July 7 at…
Get creative in this hands-on painting workshop where we explore a unique artistic style and try it out for ourselves! We’ll break down what defines the artist's style — then you’ll make your own inspired piece to take home. Come experiment, express yourself, and discover your inner artist! call either library to RSVP. July 8…
Join us for an engaging time of learning songs and fun activities to build foundational beginning reading skills. Our focus will be rhyming, word awareness, segmenting sounds in words, and story comprehension. This program is open to 4 & 5- year-olds who will be new Kindergarteners in 2025 or 2026.
Join us for video and board games! Multiple different gaming systems will be used, as well as a bunch of different board games, on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. at Laurel Library.
Join us for an engaging time of learning songs and fun activities to build foundational beginning reading skills. Our focus will be rhyming, word awareness, segmenting sounds in words, and story comprehension. This program is open to 4 & 5- year-olds who will be new Kindergarteners in 2025 or 2026.
Read “The Wild Robot” by Peter Brown and join us for chapter discussions, science and writing connections, and art projects throughout the summer! Books will be available for checkout at Brookville Public Library starting June 2.Session 1 (chapters 1-26) - June 25, 10 amSession 2 (chapters 27-49) - July 10, 5 pmSession 3 (chapters 50-64)…
Create with us! In this weekly program, we’ll explore art through various mediums. It is recommended for ages 9 and up. Fridays at 4:30 p.m. at Laurel Library.
Are you an independent reader who misses going to story time? Join us during the regular story hour to discuss some of your favorite books and get new book recommendations from your peers! Then help the story time kids with their crafts and enjoy a snack with them at the end! Feel free to bring…
Add a personal touch to your summer! Use basic stamping tools to create personalized designs on metal bracelets. No experience needed. For teens and adults. Registration required. July 14 at Brookville Library at 4:30 p.m.
Add a personal touch to your summer! Use basic stamping tools to create personalized designs on metal bracelets. No experience needed. For teens and adults. Registration required. July 15 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m.
Read “The Wild Robot” by Peter Brown and join us for chapter discussions, science and writing connections, and art projects throughout the summer! Books will be available for checkout at Brookville Public Library starting June 2.Session 1 (chapters 1-26) - June 25, 10 amSession 2 (chapters 27-49) - July 10, 5 pmSession 3 (chapters 50-64)…
Join us for video and board games! Multiple different gaming systems will be used, as well as a bunch of different board games, on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. at Laurel Library.
Create with us! In this weekly program, we’ll explore art through various mediums. It is recommended for ages 9 and up. Fridays at 4:30 p.m. at Laurel Library.
Are you an independent reader who misses going to story time? Join us during the regular story hour to discuss some of your favorite books and get new book recommendations from your peers! Then help the story time kids with their crafts and enjoy a snack with them at the end! Feel free to bring…
What does a sock and a basket full of fabric, ribbons, and buttons make? A sock puppet! Join us in making a sock puppet so you can put on your own show. July 22 at Laurel Library at 5 p.m.
What does a sock and a basket full of fabric, ribbons, and buttons make? A sock puppet! Join us in making a sock puppet so you can put on your own show. July 23 at Brookville Library at 10 a.m.
Everyone starts a story, but everyone adds to each other's story too! Join us in a musical chair style of brainstorming new stories to tell. July 23 at Brookville Library at 1 p.m.
Join us for video and board games! Multiple different gaming systems will be used, as well as a bunch of different board games, on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. at Laurel Library.
Read “The Wild Robot” by Peter Brown and join us for chapter discussions, science and writing connections, and art projects throughout the summer! Books will be available for checkout at Brookville Public Library starting June 2.Session 1 (chapters 1-26) - June 25, 10 amSession 2 (chapters 27-49) - July 10, 5 pmSession 3 (chapters 50-64)…
After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, she bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. July 25 at Brookville Library at 1 p.m.
Create with us! In this weekly program, we’ll explore art through various mediums. It is recommended for ages 9 and up. Fridays at 4:30 p.m. at Laurel Library.
Are you an independent reader who misses going to story time? Join us during the regular story hour to discuss some of your favorite books and get new book recommendations from your peers! Then help the story time kids with their crafts and enjoy a snack with them at the end! Feel free to bring…
Get crafty with us as we sculpt magical, Harry Potter–themed clay creations! From golden snitches to spell books, let your imagination run wild. July 29 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m.
Join us for video and board games! Multiple different gaming systems will be used, as well as a bunch of different board games, on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. at Laurel Library.
Join us for Teen Cooking– a fun, hands-on cooking class where you'll discover new recipes, and practice essential kitchen skills. Whether you're a beginner or a budding chef, there's something for everyone! Wednesdays at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m.
Step into the wizarding world as we conjure up Harry Potter–themed treats! Join us for a magical cooking session inspired by the flavors of Hogwarts. July 30 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m.
Create with us! In this weekly program, we’ll explore art through various mediums. It is recommended for ages 9 and up. Fridays at 4:30 p.m. at Laurel Library.
Laugh your booty off! Join Cap’n Kraken on an exciting, high–seas journey into the colorful world of pirates. This audience interactive journey sparks kids’ curiosity about pirates, mermaids, and the Kraken. Explore ocean mysteries, dig up hidden treasure secrets, and discover why pirates wear eye patches. It’s a fun and educational adventure for the whole…