All ages. Drop in. Silly monsters and spooky creatures abound in the Youth Department in October. Pick up a spooky scavenger hunt guide at the Kids' Help Desk, then explore the Library to search for hidden images in the department. Find them all, turn in your completed sheet, and you'll earn a prize!
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All ages. Drop in. Silly monsters and spooky creatures abound in the Youth Department in October. Pick up a spooky scavenger hunt guide at the Kids' Help Desk, then explore the Library to search for hidden images in the department. Find them all, turn in your completed sheet, and you'll earn a prize!
Grades 4-8. Drop in. Who was Louis Braille? What is universal design? Join us in exploring access through empathy while learning about how engineers strive to create spaces for everyone! These activities are designed for grades 4-8. Patrons of all ages may enjoy the activity, but younger children must be supervised by…
COYOTE HILLS REGIONAL PARK – Celebrate Halloween with a costume parade and dance party in front of Coyote Hills Visitor Center! Show off your costume and dance moves for a special treat. All ages. Parent participation required. Parking fees apply where charged. Drop-in program; no registration required. For information…
This month's selection is: Love at Second Sight by F.T. Lukens . Tired of being known as the artsy oddball, fifteen-year-old Cam Reynolds hopes to fly under the radar when he changes high schools as a sophomore. It shouldn’t be too hard, considering he’s a human going to school with kids who have super-cool paranormal…
ARDENWOOD - Join us at the Country Kitchen to taste this classic Ardenwood cookie while learning about corn’s role in shaping history. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Disabled accessible. Ardenwood admission fee applies. For information, call (510) 544-2797.
Join us for a fun musical storytime with Ms. Vita! Let's sing, dance, and explore the joy of storytelling through music! This storytime is perfect for kids aged 2-5 and their caretakers. Seats are limited, and a ticket is required to attend. Tickets will be handed out 15 minutes before the start of the program. Library…
Please join us for baby storytime! This storytime is for non-walking babies , or ages 0 to 12 months, and their caregivers. Walking babies are encouraged to attend Toddler Storytime. Be prepared to sit on the floor with baby in your lap to hear stories, sing songs, and participate in lap bounces that are tailored for t…
All ages. Drop in. Visit the Library to pick up your very own take and make craft. Available on the first of the month on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one per child; no multiples for classrooms or daycares, please.
Grades K-5. Drop in. Pick up a hands-on activity kit that lets kids explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math right at home! This month’s kit gives you the opportunity to watch your very own ghost float along! Our popular DIY kits are available starting on the first of each month, while supplies last. Kits are…
Check out our Book of the Month picks and read them together to earn a bookmark! Collect 4 bookmarks and earn a picture book of your choice to keep. People of all ages can enjoy picture books; this club is not limited to a certain age group. Butt or Face? Can You Tell Which End You're Looking at? by Kari Lavelle (Avail…
Stop by the First Floor Help Desk to find out what adults can craft up this month! Craft kits are provided by the Library beginning on the first of each month until they are gone; no registration is required. Limit 2 per person, please. Fremont cardholders only . Drop in. Tutorial videos for crafts kits are available e…
Ages 5 & under with an adult. Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this fun and friendly storytime! After storytime, librarians will lead a parade through our youth department. Costumes encouraged, but not required. Drop-in ticket required. Ticket required: visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a ticket for the eve…
Grades 4-8. Drop in. People love creating secret messages. They also love cracking codes! Stop by the Library throughout all of November and December to learn about codes as we try to solve a variety of messages left for curious minds. These activities are designed for grades 4-8. Patrons of all ages may enjoy the acti…
