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

One-Time Programs

Repeating Events

Childrens Repeating

Baby Bounce

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Lego Club

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

January: 14 and 28.

February: 11 and 25.

March: 11 and 25.

April: 8 and 22.

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

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.

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

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Winter Reading Challenge: Children

From January 1 to February 28 | Ages 1-12

Bundle up with some good books this winter! All kids can join our Winter Reading Challenge and earn fun rewards along the way! Every participant will receive a free book upon completion, and you'll have a chance to win an exciting grand prize!

Yoga for Kids, presented by IvyRehab

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

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.

Science Saturday

January 25 and February 22 at 10am | Ages 5-8.

January: Design Challenge: Build a Bridge

February: Chemistry Experiment: Alka Seltzer Boat

Kids explore a combination of science, technology, engineering, art and/or math with a fun, hands-on STEAM activity or experiment.

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February 22

Seedlings with Neighborhood Forest

From January 1 to March 15 | All Ages

The Mars Area Public Library is partnering with Neighborhood Forest to provide tree seedlings for kids in time for Earth Week in April. Sign up until March 15 to give a tree seedling a new home! You will be contacted when the trees are ready to be picked up.

One-Time Programs

Children's One-Time

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Stop-Motion Animation

Wednesday, February 12 from 4:30-6:30pm | Ages 10+

Combine your artistic vision with camera technology to create brief stop-motion videos. Completed videos can be uploaded to the library's Facebook page to show off your work.

Open Wii Gaming

Wednesday, February 26 from 5-6:30pm | Ages 10+

We're breaking out the library's stash of Wii games for some multi-player gaming!

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Detective Science

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

Put your investigative skills to the test. Today, we learn how to classify our fingerprints, write secret messages using ciphers, create invisible ink, and test our deductive reasoning with some logic puzzles and "one-minute" mystery challenges.

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Movie Matinee: Kung Fu Panda 4

Friday, March 7 from 1-3pm | All ages

Stop by the library during one of the "No School Days" to enjoy a free animated "big screen" PG movie. Sit in chairs or on the floor, picnic style. Bring your own blanket and favorite snacks.

Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024, PG)

Bath Bombs

Wednesday, March 12 from 5-6:30pm | Ages 13+

Discover another use for plastic Easter eggs as we use them as molds for bath bombs! Definitely the best-scented library program we'll ever have.

RenFest Party for Princesses, Knights, and other Heroes

Saturday, March 22 at 11am | Ages 3-6

Inviting all princesses, knights, and other heroes to come dressed for our Spring Fair with fun activities, crafts and the chance to meet Rapunzel in person!

Wizarding World Crafts

Wednesday, March 26 from 5-6:30pm | Ages 10+

Today we celebrate all things Harry Potter! Create a custom wand, brew up a few decorative potion bottles, and get sorted into your proper Hogwarts House via the expanded House and Wand Quizzes.

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Shoebox Crankies

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

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.

Fabric Painting

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

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.

Peter Rabbit Storytime, presented by the Beatrix Potter Society

Saturday, April 26 at 11am | All Ages

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!

Pinecone Birdfeeders (Nut Free)

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

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.