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Children's Events and Programs

Registration opens two weeks before repeating events and programs

Registration opens one month before one-time events or programs

Repeating Events

Childrens Repeating

Baby Bounce

Thursdays at 10:30am OR 1pm  |  Suggested for 0-18 months

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​Simple songs, movements and stories with Miss Tara that introduce infants and their caregivers to learning and literacy.

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Please register for each date you plan to attend. Registration opens two weeks before program date.

Story Tots

Wednesdays at 10:30am | Suggested for 18-36 months.

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Join other parents and their children for Miss Tara's engaging stories, flannels, and songs.

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Registration required for each date you plan to attend. Registration opens two weeks before program date.

Story Time

Mondays at 10:30am  |  Suggested for ages 3-5 years

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Join Miss Tara for stories, songs/rhymes, and activities that focus on essential pre-reading skills.

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Please register for each date you plan to attend. Registration opens two weeks before program date.

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Lego Club

Second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 5pm | Ages 5-12

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April: 8 and 22.

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Join us for a one hour drop-in, free play Lego building session! Children will have the opportunity to use our many bins of Legos to build their own creations. Creations will on display in the Children's area for one month until the next Lego Club meeting. An optional monthly Lego challenge is also available!

PAWS to Read w/ Wally

Select Thursdays at 3:45-4:45pm.

 

Make a fifteen minute appointment to practice your reading skill with the cutest listener ever, a golden retriever named Wally! Up to two siblings per registration.

Registration opens two weeks before program date.

Board Game Club

Every third Saturday of the month from 10-11:30am | Ages vary by game. 

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Learn a new board game every month! Fun for the whole family!

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KidsPlayZone

Every second Friday of the month from 1-2pm | Ages 3-6. 

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A once a month indoor playtime for kids that could include recess games, activities, music/movement and/or a craft.

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Children in Yoga Class

Yoga for Kids, presented by IvyRehab

Once a month at 1:30pm | Ages 1-6 with caregiver. 

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Experience the elements of yoga- breathe, move, rest- in a fun and engaging way with age-appropriate poses and a focus on breathing, relaxation, and meditation. This is a wonderful way for children to stretch their bodies and calm their minds. Loose clothing recommended to allow for comfortable movement. 

Bring your own yoga mat or blanket.

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STEM Tuesday (Beginner and Advanced)

Beginner: April 15 at 5:30pm | Ages 5-8

Advanced: April 29 at 5:30pm | Ages 9-13

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In honor of the Mars New Year this June, we're going to Mars with our new STEM Tuesday activities this spring! Join us for two separate missions that will explore Mars and outer space using STEM/STEAM concepts (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math).​

March: Space Suit Design/Advanced Space Suit Design

April: Rocket Launch to Mars/Space Flight Factory- Rocket to Mars.

One-Time Programs

Children's One-Time
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Shoebox Crankies

Wednesday, April 9 from 5-6:30pm | Ages 10+

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A few common household items are all that's needed to bring a story to life in a unique and crafty way. Just bring your imagination as all other materials will be provided.

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Fabric Painting

Wednesday, April 23 from 5-6:30pm | Ages 13+

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Fabric paint lets you customize your items to your liking. Some sample items are provided, but feel free to bring your own fabric! Fabric paint and application tools will be supplied.

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Peter Rabbit Storytime, presented by the Beatrix Potter Society

Saturday, April 26 at 11am | All Ages

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Peter Rabbit will stop by the Mars Area Public Library for a storytime and crafts! Take a photo with the mischievous and cheeky character who loves to have fun with his friends!

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Pinecone Birdfeeders (Nut Free)

Wednesday, April 30 from 5-6:30pm | Ages 10+

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Spring has sprung and now's our chance to give our feathered friends a welcome home gift. A few simple ingredients are all it takes. All materials provided.

The mission of Mars Area Public Library is to inform, educate, entertain, and culturally enrich by providing books,​ library materials, facilities, and professional
services for all individuals in our area.

Hours

 

Mon-Thurs: 10am-7pm
 

Friday: 10am-3pm
 

Saturday: 9am-4pm (10am-2pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

Contact

 

724-625-9048
 

jcallihan@bcfls.org

 

107 Grand Avenue/P.O. Box 415

Mars, PA 16046

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