Audience Childrens

Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Broadview Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 8, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Broadview Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Kaleidoscope play & learn offers a chance for children and their families to come play and have a good time. This group is open to children of all abilities, ages 18 months to 5 years old.
Full Description: Children learn and explore through the use of art, music, toys, and sensory experiences. Families learn about their child's development and community resources available to them.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Broadview Branch 206-684-7519 or Ask a Librarian

Officer Cookie's Urban Youth Chess Club at the Rainier Beach Branch

Saturday, Sep. 11, 2010, 12 – 2 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: Children and teens, ages 5-18, are invited to join the group. Family and community members are also welcome; drop by to learn and play chess!
Full Description: The urban chess club has been on-going since February 2007. Officer Cookie and the Seattle Police Foundation have sponsored the club from its inception. New members are always welcomed.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

雙語"玩中學"樂園 / Bilingual Kaleidoscope play & learn Group at the Beacon Hill Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 15, 2010, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, 中文
Story Time Summary: 在幼兒樂園裡, 孩子們可透過玩遊戲, 英文兒歌敎唱, 讀故事書, 做簡易手工及玩各類玩具等不同的活動方式, 達到啟蒙的目的並協助幼兒們提前適應將來入學的環境, 且更可幚助幼兒學習到如何與別人分享及相處的經驗。而幼兒的照顧者更可藉此機會與社區內其他幼兒照顧者交換資訊及經驗並拓展人際關係. / The Kaleidoscope play & learn group provides a fun and age-appropriate learning environment for 2-5 years old children.
Full Description: 在幼兒樂園裡, 孩子們可透過玩遊戲, 英文兒歌敎唱, 讀故事書, 做簡易手工及玩各類玩具等不同的活動方式, 達到啟蒙的目的並協助幼兒們提前適應將來入學的環境, 且更可幚助幼兒學習到如何與別人分享及相處的經驗。而幼兒的照顧者更可藉此機會與社區內其他幼兒照顧者交換資訊及經驗並拓展人際關係. / The Kaleidoscope play & learn group provides a fun and age-appropriate learning environment for 2-5 years old children.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do simple arts and crafts with their caregivers during the group time. There is also play time for children to explore various toys and play activities. Through this group children are being prepared for preschool and kindergarten learning environments as well as building relationship with others. Caregivers also build up and strengthen connection and communication with the children, and get connected with other caregivers in the community., Kaleidoscope play & learn is a bilingual program offered in English and Chinese.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Broadview Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 15, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Broadview Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Kaleidoscope play & learn offers a chance for children and their families to come play and have a good time. This group is open to children of all abilities, ages 18 months to 5 years old.
Full Description: Children learn and explore through the use of art, music, toys, and sensory experiences. Families learn about their child's development and community resources available to them.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Broadview Branch 206-684-7519 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Hora de cuentos (Spanish Story Time at the Lake City Branch)

Wednesday, Sep. 15, 2010, 6:30 – 7 p.m.

Where: Lake City Branch
Audience: Children
Language: Español
Story Time Summary: This story time has been canceled. The next Spanish Story Time at the Lake City Branch will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 20.
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y jugeos divertidos en español con Marco Cortes.
Event Notes: Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Translation: Children and their families are invited to celebrate stories, songs, and fun in Spanish with Marco Cortes.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian

Grupo Bilingüe de Juegos / Bilingual Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Columbia Branch

Thursday, Sep. 16, 2010, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Columbia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, Español
Story Time Summary: Grupo Bilingüe de juegos para padres y cuidadores con niños entre las edades de Nacimiento hasta 5 años. / Bilingual play group for ages birth to 5.
Full Description: Niños escuchan cuentos, cantan y participan en actividades de artes con sus padres o cuidador durante la hora de grupo. Tambien hay tiempo para que los niños exploran varios juguetes y actividades. El hora de Juego Libre y Tiempo de Círculo de 11 a 12pm. Les animamos a los padres y cuidadores traer una comida para comer con su niño/a y compartir en grupo. A traves de este grupo, los niños reciben preparacion para el ambiente de aprendizaje que se encuentra en el prescolar y kinder, ademas de formando relaciones con otros. Igual, los padres y cuidadores de niños crean y fortalezen coneccion y comunicacion con los niños, y se conectan con otros adultos que cuidan niños en su comunidad.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do simple arts and crafts with their caregivers during the group time. There is also play time for children to explore various toys and play activities. Free play and circle time from 11 a.m. - noon. Caregivers are encouraged to bring a lunch or snack and eat together from noon - 12:30 p.m., Through this group children are being prepared for preschool and kindergarten learning environments as well as building relationship with others. Caregivers also build up and strengthen connection and communication with the children, and get connected with other caregivers in the community.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian

Officer Cookie's Urban Youth Chess Club at the Rainier Beach Branch

Saturday, Sep. 18, 2010, 12 – 2 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: Children and teens, ages 5-18, are invited to join the group. Family and community members are also welcome; drop by to learn and play chess!
Full Description: The urban chess club has been on-going since February 2007. Officer Cookie and the Seattle Police Foundation have sponsored the club from its inception. New members are always welcomed.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

¡Hora de cuentos! (Spanish Story Time at the Central Library)

Monday, Sep. 20, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! (It's story time at the Central Library!)
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y jugeos divertidos en español.
Event Notes: Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Translation: Children and their families are invited to celebrate stories, songs, and fun in Spanish.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Capitol Hill Branch

Monday, Sep. 20, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Capitol Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Capitol Hill Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Capitol Hill Branch 206-684-4715 or Ask a Librarian

Come, Play and Stay at the Central Library

Monday, Sep. 20, 2010, 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It's Come, Play and Stay time at the Central Library! Meet other caregivers, build community connections and have fun while learning.
Full Description: A variety of developmental activities that support early learning will be available for participants to enjoy. This play group is open to parents and caregivers with children ages birth to 5.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Monday, Sep. 20, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time for babies at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies, ages newborn - 12 months, to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Please bring a baby blanket.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Greenwood Branch

Monday, Sep. 20, 2010, 12 – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Greenwood Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Greenwood Branch! Bring your babies 0-12 months to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Greenwood Branch 206-684-4086 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Greenwood Branch

Monday, Sep. 20, 2010, 1 – 1:30 p.m.

Where: Greenwood Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Greenwood Branch! Bring your babies 0-12 months to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Greenwood Branch 206-684-4086 or Ask a Librarian

Pajama Story Time at the Queen Anne Branch

Monday, Sep. 20, 2010, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m.

Where: Queen Anne Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Visit the Queen Anne Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. All ages welcome!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Queen Anne Branch 206-386-4227 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the High Point Branch

Monday, Sep. 20, 2010, 7 – 7:30 p.m.

Where: High Point Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is family story time at the High Point Branch! Bring your children to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: High Point Branch 206-684-7454 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the West Seattle Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 21, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: West Seattle Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring your blanket and baby to our Baby Story Time at West Seattle Library! This fun, four-session program builds Early Literacy skills through books, songs and play. For infants 4 to 12 months old (older siblings must stay at home).
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free; infants 4 - 12 months old and their caregivers are welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: West Seattle Branch 206-684-7444 or Ask a Librarian

Children's Story Time at the Douglass-Truth Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 21, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Douglass-Truth Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Rainier Beach Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 21, 2010, 1:30 – 2 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Rainier Beach Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

Pajama Story Time at the Ballard Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 21, 2010, 6:45 – 7:45 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring your family to the Ballard Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Pajama Story Time for Families at the Delridge Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 21, 2010, 7 – 7:45 p.m.

Where: Delridge Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is pajama story time at the Delridge Branch! All ages are welcome to join us for stories, songs, dances and more. The children's librarian will be wearing her pajamas. You can wear yours, too!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Delridge Branch 206-733-9125 or Ask a Librarian

雙語"玩中學"樂園 / Bilingual Kaleidoscope play & learn Group at the Beacon Hill Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, 中文
Story Time Summary: 在幼兒樂園裡, 孩子們可透過玩遊戲, 英文兒歌敎唱, 讀故事書, 做簡易手工及玩各類玩具等不同的活動方式, 達到啟蒙的目的並協助幼兒們提前適應將來入學的環境, 且更可幚助幼兒學習到如何與別人分享及相處的經驗。而幼兒的照顧者更可藉此機會與社區內其他幼兒照顧者交換資訊及經驗並拓展人際關係. / The Kaleidoscope play & learn group provides a fun and age-appropriate learning environment for 2-5 years old children.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do simple arts and crafts with their caregivers during the group time. There is also play time for children to explore various toys and play activities. Through this group children are being prepared for preschool and kindergarten learning environments as well as building relationship with others. Caregivers also build up and strengthen connection and communication with the children, and get connected with other caregivers in the community., Kaleidoscope play & learn is a bilingual program offered in English and Chinese.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Capitol Hill Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Capitol Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Capitol Hill Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Capitol Hill Branch 206-684-4715 or Ask a Librarian

Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Broadview Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Broadview Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Kaleidoscope play & learn offers a chance for children and their families to come play and have a good time. This group is open to children of all abilities, ages 18 months to 5 years old.
Full Description: Children learn and explore through the use of art, music, toys, and sensory experiences. Families learn about their child's development and community resources available to them.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Broadview Branch 206-684-7519 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Ballard Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the West Seattle Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: West Seattle Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It's Preschool Story Time at the West Seattle Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. For ages 3 - 5 years old.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: West Seattle Branch 206-684-7444 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Central Library

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is Toddler Story Time at the Central Library! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Columbia Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Columbia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Columbia Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian

Hora de cuentos / Bilingual Preschool Story Time at the South Park Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 11:15 – 11:45 a.m.

Where: South Park Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! / It is preschool story time at the South Park Branch!
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y juegos divertidos en español y ingles con Miss Bea.
Event Notes: Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Translation: Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian Miss Bea. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Green Lake Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 11:15 – 11:45 a.m.

Where: Green Lake Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Green Lake Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Green Lake Branch 206-684-7547 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Ballard Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring your toddlers to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Central Library

Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 12 – 12:30 p.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Central Library! Bring your babies aged 0-12 months to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Central Library

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is Preschool Story Time at the Central Library! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

中文故事会 (Mandarin Chinese Story Time at the Beacon Hill Branch)

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: 中文
Story Time Summary: 开心享受国语儿歌、故事及歌曲！(Enjoy rhymes, stories, and songs in Mandarin Chinese!)
Full Description: 适合幼童及家长参加。
Event Notes: 所有活动均为免费。在各分馆设有限额免费停车位。
Translation: Story times are for young children and their parents. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

Grupo Bilingüe de Juegos / Bilingual Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Columbia Branch

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2010, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Columbia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, Español
Story Time Summary: Grupo Bilingüe de juegos para padres y cuidadores con niños entre las edades de Nacimiento hasta 5 años. / Bilingual play group for ages birth to 5.
Full Description: Niños escuchan cuentos, cantan y participan en actividades de artes con sus padres o cuidador durante la hora de grupo. Tambien hay tiempo para que los niños exploran varios juguetes y actividades. El hora de Juego Libre y Tiempo de Círculo de 11 a 12pm. Les animamos a los padres y cuidadores traer una comida para comer con su niño/a y compartir en grupo. A traves de este grupo, los niños reciben preparacion para el ambiente de aprendizaje que se encuentra en el prescolar y kinder, ademas de formando relaciones con otros. Igual, los padres y cuidadores de niños crean y fortalezen coneccion y comunicacion con los niños, y se conectan con otros adultos que cuidan niños en su comunidad.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do simple arts and crafts with their caregivers during the group time. There is also play time for children to explore various toys and play activities. Free play and circle time from 11 a.m. - noon. Caregivers are encouraged to bring a lunch or snack and eat together from noon - 12:30 p.m., Through this group children are being prepared for preschool and kindergarten learning environments as well as building relationship with others. Caregivers also build up and strengthen connection and communication with the children, and get connected with other caregivers in the community.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian

Children's Story Time at the Montlake Branch

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Montlake Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Montlake Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Montlake Branch 206-684-4720 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Madrona/Sally Goldmark Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Madrona/Sally Goldmark Branch 206-684-4705 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Queen Anne Branch

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Queen Anne Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Queen Anne Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Queen Anne Branch 206-386-4227 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the International District/Chinatown Branch

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: International District/Chinatown Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is preschool story time at the International District/Chinatown Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: International District/Chinatown Branch 206-386-1300 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the High Point Branch

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: High Point Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the High Point Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: High Point Branch 206-684-7454 or Ask a Librarian

Hora de cuentos (Spanish Story Time at the Southwest Branch)

Thursday, Sep. 23, 2010, 6:30 – 7 p.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! (It's story time at the Southwest Branch!)
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y jugeos divertidos en español.
Event Notes: Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Translation: Children and their families are invited to celebrate stories, songs, and fun in Spanish.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Lake City Branch

Friday, Sep. 24, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Lake City Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Lake City Branch! Bring your children to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Rainier Beach Branch

Friday, Sep. 24, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Rainier Beach Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Rainier Beach Branch

Friday, Sep. 24, 2010, 2 – 2:30 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Rainier Beach Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Lake City Branch

Saturday, Sep. 25, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Lake City Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Lake City Branch! Bring your children to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian

Officer Cookie's Urban Youth Chess Club at the Rainier Beach Branch

Saturday, Sep. 25, 2010, 12 – 2 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: Children and teens, ages 5-18, are invited to join the group. Family and community members are also welcome; drop by to learn and play chess!
Full Description: The urban chess club has been on-going since February 2007. Officer Cookie and the Seattle Police Foundation have sponsored the club from its inception. New members are always welcomed.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

Giờ đọc truyện tiếng Việt! (Vietnamese Story Time at the Columbia Branch)

Saturday, Sep. 25, 2010, 1:30 – 2 p.m.

Where: Columbia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: Tiểng Việt
Story Time Summary: Thư viện công cộng Seattle tổ chức giờ đọc truyện bằng tiếng việt cho trẻ em! (The Seattle Public Library is hosting Vietnamese Story Times for young children!)
Full Description: Hãy đem con em quý vị đến thư viện để theo dõi các câu chuyện, các bài hát và thơ ca.
Event Notes: Các sự kiện và chương trình của thư viện hoàn toàn miễn phí. Không bắt buộc phải ghi danh trước.
Translation: Bring your child to the library to celebrate stories, songs, and rhymes! Library events and programs are free. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian

¡Hora de Cuentos! / Bilingual Preschool Story Time at the Beacon Hill Branch

Saturday, Sep. 25, 2010, 2 – 2:30 p.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, Español
Story Time Summary: Es una hora de cuentos para los niños de 3 a 6 años de edad en la biblioteca de Beacon Hill Branch! / It is preschool story time at the Beacon Hill Branch!
Full Description: Traiga a sus niños a la biblioteca de Beacon Hill Branch para que disfruten escuchando cuentos, rimas y canciones en inglés y español.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Bring your preschoolers to the Beacon Hill Branch to enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in English and Spanish.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

¡Hora de cuentos! (Spanish Story Time at the Central Library)

Monday, Sep. 27, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! (It's story time at the Central Library!)
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y jugeos divertidos en español.
Event Notes: Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Translation: Children and their families are invited to celebrate stories, songs, and fun in Spanish.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Capitol Hill Branch

Monday, Sep. 27, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Capitol Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Capitol Hill Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Capitol Hill Branch 206-684-4715 or Ask a Librarian

Come, Play and Stay at the Central Library

Monday, Sep. 27, 2010, 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It's Come, Play and Stay time at the Central Library! Meet other caregivers, build community connections and have fun while learning.
Full Description: A variety of developmental activities that support early learning will be available for participants to enjoy. This play group is open to parents and caregivers with children ages birth to 5.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Monday, Sep. 27, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time for babies at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies, ages newborn - 12 months, to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Please bring a baby blanket.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Greenwood Branch

Monday, Sep. 27, 2010, 12 – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Greenwood Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Greenwood Branch! Bring your babies 0-12 months to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Greenwood Branch 206-684-4086 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Greenwood Branch

Monday, Sep. 27, 2010, 1 – 1:30 p.m.

Where: Greenwood Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Greenwood Branch! Bring your babies 0-12 months to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Greenwood Branch 206-684-4086 or Ask a Librarian

Pajama Story Time at the Queen Anne Branch

Monday, Sep. 27, 2010, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m.

Where: Queen Anne Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Visit the Queen Anne Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. All ages welcome!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Queen Anne Branch 206-386-4227 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the High Point Branch

Monday, Sep. 27, 2010, 7 – 7:30 p.m.

Where: High Point Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is family story time at the High Point Branch! Bring your children to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: High Point Branch 206-684-7454 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the West Seattle Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: West Seattle Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring your blanket and baby to our Baby Story Time at West Seattle Library! This fun, four-session program builds Early Literacy skills through books, songs and play. For infants 4 to 12 months old (older siblings must stay at home).
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free; infants 4 - 12 months old and their caregivers are welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: West Seattle Branch 206-684-7444 or Ask a Librarian

Children's Story Time at the Douglass-Truth Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Douglass-Truth Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Rainier Beach Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 1:30 – 2 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Rainier Beach Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 2 – 2:30 p.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

Hora de cuentos (Spanish Story Time at the South Park Branch)

Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 6:30 – 7 p.m.

Where: South Park Branch
Audience: Children
Language: Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! (It's Spanish Story Time for children and their families!)
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y juegos divertidos en español con las narradoras de cuentos infantiles Tania Hino de Mexico y Xiomara Melgar de El Salvador. Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children and their families are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our storytellers Tania Hino and Xiomara Melgar.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian

Pajama Story Time for Families at the Delridge Branch

Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 7 – 7:45 p.m.

Where: Delridge Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is pajama story time at the Delridge Branch! All ages are welcome to join us for stories, songs, dances and more. The children's librarian will be wearing her pajamas. You can wear yours, too!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Delridge Branch 206-733-9125 or Ask a Librarian

雙語"玩中學"樂園 / Bilingual Kaleidoscope play & learn Group at the Beacon Hill Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, 中文
Story Time Summary: 在幼兒樂園裡, 孩子們可透過玩遊戲, 英文兒歌敎唱, 讀故事書, 做簡易手工及玩各類玩具等不同的活動方式, 達到啟蒙的目的並協助幼兒們提前適應將來入學的環境, 且更可幚助幼兒學習到如何與別人分享及相處的經驗。而幼兒的照顧者更可藉此機會與社區內其他幼兒照顧者交換資訊及經驗並拓展人際關係. / The Kaleidoscope play & learn group provides a fun and age-appropriate learning environment for 2-5 years old children.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do simple arts and crafts with their caregivers during the group time. There is also play time for children to explore various toys and play activities. Through this group children are being prepared for preschool and kindergarten learning environments as well as building relationship with others. Caregivers also build up and strengthen connection and communication with the children, and get connected with other caregivers in the community., Kaleidoscope play & learn is a bilingual program offered in English and Chinese.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Capitol Hill Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Capitol Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Capitol Hill Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Capitol Hill Branch 206-684-4715 or Ask a Librarian

Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Broadview Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Broadview Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Kaleidoscope play & learn offers a chance for children and their families to come play and have a good time. This group is open to children of all abilities, ages 18 months to 5 years old.
Full Description: Children learn and explore through the use of art, music, toys, and sensory experiences. Families learn about their child's development and community resources available to them.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Broadview Branch 206-684-7519 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Ballard Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring your preschooler to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the West Seattle Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: West Seattle Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It's Preschool Story Time at the West Seattle Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. For ages 3 - 5 years old.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: West Seattle Branch 206-684-7444 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Central Library

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is Toddler Story Time at the Central Library! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Columbia Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Columbia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Columbia Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian

Hora de cuentos / Bilingual Preschool Story Time at the South Park Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 11:15 – 11:45 a.m.

Where: South Park Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! / It is preschool story time at the South Park Branch!
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y juegos divertidos en español y ingles con Miss Bea.
Event Notes: Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Translation: Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian Miss Bea. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Green Lake Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 11:15 – 11:45 a.m.

Where: Green Lake Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Green Lake Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Green Lake Branch 206-684-7547 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Ballard Branch

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring your toddlers to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Central Library

Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2010, 12 – 12:30 p.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Central Library! Bring your babies aged 0-12 months to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Preschool Story Time at the Central Library

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next preschool story time at the Central Library will take place on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Grupo Bilingüe de Juegos / Bilingual Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Columbia Branch

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Columbia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, Español
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Columbia Branch will take place on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Full Description: Niños escuchan cuentos, cantan y participan en actividades de artes con sus padres o cuidador durante la hora de grupo. Tambien hay tiempo para que los niños exploran varios juguetes y actividades. El hora de Juego Libre y Tiempo de Círculo de 11 a 12pm. Les animamos a los padres y cuidadores traer una comida para comer con su niño/a y compartir en grupo. A traves de este grupo, los niños reciben preparacion para el ambiente de aprendizaje que se encuentra en el prescolar y kinder, ademas de formando relaciones con otros. Igual, los padres y cuidadores de niños crean y fortalezen coneccion y comunicacion con los niños, y se conectan con otros adultos que cuidan niños en su comunidad.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do simple arts and crafts with their caregivers during the group time. There is also play time for children to explore various toys and play activities. Free play and circle time from 11 a.m. - noon. Caregivers are encouraged to bring a lunch or snack and eat together from noon - 12:30 p.m., Through this group children are being prepared for preschool and kindergarten learning environments as well as building relationship with others. Caregivers also build up and strengthen connection and communication with the children, and get connected with other caregivers in the community.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Children's Story Time at the Montlake Branch

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Montlake Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next children's story time at the Montlake Branch will take place on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Montlake Branch 206-684-4720 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Children's Story Time at the NewHolly Branch

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: NewHolly Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next children's story time at the NewHolly Branch will take place on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: NewHolly Branch 206-386-1905 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Family Story Time at the Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Madrona/Sally Goldmark Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next family story time at the Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch will take place on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Madrona/Sally Goldmark Branch 206-684-4705 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Family Story Time at the Queen Anne Branch

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Queen Anne Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next family story time at the Queen Anne Branch will take place on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Queen Anne Branch 206-386-4227 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next toddler story time at the Southwest Branch will take place on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Family Story Time at the International District/Chinatown Branch

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: International District/Chinatown Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is preschool story time at the International District/Chinatown Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: International District/Chinatown Branch 206-386-1300 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Toddler Story Time at the High Point Branch

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: High Point Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This event has been canceled. The next toddler story time at the High Point Branch will take place on Thursday, Oct. 7.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: High Point Branch 206-684-7454 or Ask a Librarian

Hora de cuentos (Spanish Story Time at the Southwest Branch)

Thursday, Sep. 30, 2010, 6:30 – 7 p.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! (It's story time at the Southwest Branch!)
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y jugeos divertidos en español.
Event Notes: Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Translation: Children and their families are invited to celebrate stories, songs, and fun in Spanish.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Lake City Branch

Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Lake City Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Lake City Branch! Bring your children to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Rainier Beach Branch

Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Rainier Beach Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

中文故事会 (Mandarin Chinese Story Time at the Rainier Beach Branch)

Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, 1:15 – 1:45 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: 中文
Story Time Summary: 开心享受国语儿歌、故事及歌曲！(Enjoy rhymes, stories, and songs in Mandarin Chinese!)
Full Description: 适合幼童及家长参加。
Event Notes: 所有活动均为免费。在各分馆设有限额免费停车位。
Translation: Library events and programs are free; young children and their parents are welcome. Registration is not required. Limited free parking is available at the branches.
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Rainier Beach Branch

Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, 2 – 2:30 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Rainier Beach Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Lake City Branch

Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Lake City Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Lake City Branch! Bring your children to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian

Officer Cookie's Urban Youth Chess Club at the Rainier Beach Branch

Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, 12 – 2 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Summary: Children and teens, ages 5-18, are invited to join the group. Family and community members are also welcome; drop by to learn and play chess!
Full Description: The urban chess club has been on-going since February 2007. Officer Cookie and the Seattle Police Foundation have sponsored the club from its inception. New members are always welcomed.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

Giờ đọc truyện tiếng Việt! (Vietnamese Story Time at the Columbia Branch)

Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, 1:30 – 2 p.m.

Where: Columbia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: Tiểng Việt
Story Time Summary: Thư viện công cộng Seattle tổ chức giờ đọc truyện bằng tiếng việt cho trẻ em! (The Seattle Public Library is hosting Vietnamese Story Times for young children!)
Full Description: Hãy đem con em quý vị đến thư viện để theo dõi các câu chuyện, các bài hát và thơ ca.
Event Notes: Các sự kiện và chương trình của thư viện hoàn toàn miễn phí. Không bắt buộc phải ghi danh trước.
Translation: Bring your child to the library to celebrate stories, songs, and rhymes! Library events and programs are free. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian

¡Hora de cuentos! (Spanish Story Time at the Central Library)

Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! (It's story time at the Central Library!)
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y jugeos divertidos en español.
Event Notes: Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Translation: Children and their families are invited to celebrate stories, songs, and fun in Spanish.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Capitol Hill Branch

Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Capitol Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Capitol Hill Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Capitol Hill Branch 206-684-4715 or Ask a Librarian

Come, Play and Stay at the Central Library

Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It's Come, Play and Stay time at the Central Library! Meet other caregivers, build community connections and have fun while learning.
Full Description: A variety of developmental activities that support early learning will be available for participants to enjoy. This play group is open to parents and caregivers with children ages birth to 5.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time for babies at the Southwest Branch! Bring your babies, ages newborn - 12 months, to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. Please bring a baby blanket.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Baby Story Time at the Greenwood Branch

Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, 12 – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Greenwood Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This story time has been canceled. The next Baby Story Time at the Greenwood Branch will take place on Monday, Oct. 18.
Full Description: It is story time at the Greenwood Branch! Bring your babies 0-12 months to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Greenwood Branch 206-684-4086 or Ask a Librarian

CANCELED - Baby Story Time at the Greenwood Branch

Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, 1 – 1:30 p.m.

Where: Greenwood Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: This story time has been canceled. The next Baby Story Time at the Greenwood Branch will take place on Monday, Oct. 18.
Full Description: It is story time at the Greenwood Branch! Bring your babies 0-12 months to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Greenwood Branch 206-684-4086 or Ask a Librarian

Pajama Story Time at the Queen Anne Branch

Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, 6:45 – 7:15 p.m.

Where: Queen Anne Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Visit the Queen Anne Branch for an evening of stories, songs and a simple craft. All ages welcome!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Queen Anne Branch 206-386-4227 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the High Point Branch

Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, 7 – 7:30 p.m.

Where: High Point Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is family story time at the High Point Branch! Bring your children to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: High Point Branch 206-684-7454 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the West Seattle Branch

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: West Seattle Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring your blanket and baby to our Baby Story Time at West Seattle Library! This fun, four-session program builds Early Literacy skills through books, songs and play. For infants 4 to 12 months old (older siblings must stay at home).
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free; infants 4 - 12 months old and their caregivers are welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: West Seattle Branch 206-684-7444 or Ask a Librarian

Children's Story Time at the Douglass-Truth Branch

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Douglass-Truth Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Firefighter Story Time at the Northeast Branch

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Northeast Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: The Seattle Public Library invites preschoolers, parents and caregivers to a special story time that highlights Fire Prevention Month.
Full Description: Seattle firefighters will read books about fire safety and display some of their firefighting equipment.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Northeast Branch 206-684-7539 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Beacon Hill Branch

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Beacon Hill Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Rainier Beach Branch

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 1:30 – 2 p.m.

Where: Rainier Beach Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Rainier Beach Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Rainier Beach Branch 206-386-1906 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 2 – 2:30 p.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

Hora de cuentos (Spanish Story Time at the South Park Branch)

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 6:30 – 7 p.m.

Where: South Park Branch
Audience: Children
Language: Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! (It's Spanish Story Time for children and their families!)
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y juegos divertidos en español con las narradoras de cuentos infantiles Tania Hino de Mexico y Xiomara Melgar de El Salvador. Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children and their families are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our storytellers Tania Hino and Xiomara Melgar.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian

Pajama Story Time at the University Branch

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 7 – 7:35 p.m.

Where: University Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the University Branch! All ages are welcome to join us for stories, songs, dances and more. The librarian will be wearing her pajamas. You can wear yours, too!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: University Branch 206-684-4063 or Ask a Librarian

Pajama Story Time for Families at the Delridge Branch

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 7 – 7:45 p.m.

Where: Delridge Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is pajama story time at the Delridge Branch! All ages are welcome to join us for stories, songs, dances and more. The children's librarian will be wearing her pajamas. You can wear yours, too!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Delridge Branch 206-733-9125 or Ask a Librarian

雙語"玩中學"樂園 / Bilingual Kaleidoscope play & learn Group at the Beacon Hill Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, 中文
Story Time Summary: 在幼兒樂園裡, 孩子們可透過玩遊戲, 英文兒歌敎唱, 讀故事書, 做簡易手工及玩各類玩具等不同的活動方式, 達到啟蒙的目的並協助幼兒們提前適應將來入學的環境, 且更可幚助幼兒學習到如何與別人分享及相處的經驗。而幼兒的照顧者更可藉此機會與社區內其他幼兒照顧者交換資訊及經驗並拓展人際關係. / The Kaleidoscope play & learn group provides a fun and age-appropriate learning environment for 2-5 years old children.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do simple arts and crafts with their caregivers during the group time. There is also play time for children to explore various toys and play activities. Through this group children are being prepared for preschool and kindergarten learning environments as well as building relationship with others. Caregivers also build up and strengthen connection and communication with the children, and get connected with other caregivers in the community., Kaleidoscope play & learn is a bilingual program offered in English and Chinese.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Capitol Hill Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Capitol Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Capitol Hill Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Capitol Hill Branch 206-684-4715 or Ask a Librarian

Firefighter Story Time at the Ballard Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: The Seattle Public Library invites preschoolers, parents and caregivers to a special story time that highlights Fire Prevention Month.
Full Description: Seattle firefighters will read books about fire safety and display some of their firefighting equipment.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Broadview Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Broadview Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Kaleidoscope play & learn offers a chance for children and their families to come play and have a good time. This group is open to children of all abilities, ages 18 months to 5 years old.
Full Description: Children learn and explore through the use of art, music, toys, and sensory experiences. Families learn about their child's development and community resources available to them.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Broadview Branch 206-684-7519 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the West Seattle Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: West Seattle Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It's Preschool Story Time at the West Seattle Branch. Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian. For ages 3 - 5 years old.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: West Seattle Branch 206-684-7444 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Central Library

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is Toddler Story Time at the Central Library! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Magnolia Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Magnolia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Magnolia Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Magnolia Branch 206-386-4225 or Ask a Librarian

Firefighter Story Time at the Columbia Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Columbia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: The Seattle Public Library invites preschoolers, parents and caregivers to a special story time that highlights Fire Prevention Month.
Full Description: Seattle firefighters will read books about fire safety and display some of their firefighting equipment.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian

Hora de cuentos / Bilingual Preschool Story Time at the South Park Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 11:15 – 11:45 a.m.

Where: South Park Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, Español
Story Time Summary: ¡Es una hora de cuentos para los niños y sus familias! / It is preschool story time at the South Park Branch!
Full Description: Niños y sus familias están invitados a celebrar cuentos, canciones, y juegos divertidos en español y ingles con Miss Bea.
Event Notes: Los programas de la biblioteca son gratuitos.
Translation: Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian Miss Bea. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: South Park Branch 206-615-1688 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Ballard Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: Ballard Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: Bring your toddlers to the Ballard Branch for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Ballard Branch 206-684-4089 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Central Library

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 12 – 12:30 p.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is Baby Story Time at the Central Library! Bring your babies aged 0-12 months to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Baby Story Time at the Lake City Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 12 – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Lake City Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is baby story time at the Lake City Branch! Bring your babies to enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and fun with our children's librarian, Treasure.
Event Notes: For babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. Library events and programs are free. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Beacon Hill Branch

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 3 – 3:30 p.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Beacon Hill Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

中文故事会 (Mandarin Chinese Story Time at the Lake City Branch)

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 6:30 – 7 p.m.

Where: Lake City Branch
Audience: Children
Language: 中文
Story Time Summary: 开心享受国语儿歌、故事及歌曲！(Enjoy rhymes, stories, and songs in Mandarin Chinese!)
Full Description: 适合幼童及家长参加。
Event Notes: 所有活动均为免费。在各分馆设有限额免费停车位。
Translation: For young children and their parents. Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Limited free parking is available at the branches.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Lake City Branch 206-684-7518 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Northeast Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 10:15 – 10:35 a.m.

Where: Northeast Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Northeast Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Northeast Branch 206-684-7539 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Douglass-Truth Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Douglass-Truth Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Beacon Hill Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Beacon Hill Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Beacon Hill Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Beacon Hill Branch 206-684-4711 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Broadview Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: Broadview Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Broadview Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Broadview Branch 206-684-7519 or Ask a Librarian

Preschool Story Time at the Central Library

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Where: *Central Library
Level, Room: Level 1, Faye G. Allen Children's Center
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is Preschool Story Time at the Central Library! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: *Central Library Children's Desk 206-386-4675 or Ask a Librarian

Grupo Bilingüe de Juegos / Bilingual Kaleidoscope play & learn at the Columbia Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Columbia Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English, Español
Story Time Summary: Grupo Bilingüe de juegos para padres y cuidadores con niños entre las edades de Nacimiento hasta 5 años. / Bilingual play group for ages birth to 5.
Full Description: Niños escuchan cuentos, cantan y participan en actividades de artes con sus padres o cuidador durante la hora de grupo. Tambien hay tiempo para que los niños exploran varios juguetes y actividades. El hora de Juego Libre y Tiempo de Círculo de 11 a 12pm. Les animamos a los padres y cuidadores traer una comida para comer con su niño/a y compartir en grupo. A traves de este grupo, los niños reciben preparacion para el ambiente de aprendizaje que se encuentra en el prescolar y kinder, ademas de formando relaciones con otros. Igual, los padres y cuidadores de niños crean y fortalezen coneccion y comunicacion con los niños, y se conectan con otros adultos que cuidan niños en su comunidad.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
Translation: Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do simple arts and crafts with their caregivers during the group time. There is also play time for children to explore various toys and play activities. Free play and circle time from 11 a.m. - noon. Caregivers are encouraged to bring a lunch or snack and eat together from noon - 12:30 p.m., Through this group children are being prepared for preschool and kindergarten learning environments as well as building relationship with others. Caregivers also build up and strengthen connection and communication with the children, and get connected with other caregivers in the community.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Columbia Branch 206-386-1908 or Ask a Librarian

Children's Story Time at the Montlake Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Montlake Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Montlake Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Montlake Branch 206-684-4720 or Ask a Librarian

Children's Story Time at the NewHolly Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: NewHolly Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the NewHolly Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with Miss Lupine!
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: NewHolly Branch 206-386-1905 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Madrona/Sally Goldmark Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Madrona/Sally Goldmark Branch 206-684-4705 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Queen Anne Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Queen Anne Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Queen Anne Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Queen Anne Branch 206-386-4227 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Southwest Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Southwest Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Southwest Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Southwest Branch 206-684-7455 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the Northgate Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11:15 – 11:45 a.m.

Where: Northgate Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Northgate Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian, Miss Chrissy.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Northgate Branch 206-386-1980 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Douglass-Truth Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11:15 – 11:35 a.m.

Where: Douglass-Truth Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Douglass-Truth Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Douglass-Truth Branch 206-684-4704 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the Northeast Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11:15 – 11:35 a.m.

Where: Northeast Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the Northeast Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: Northeast Branch 206-684-7539 or Ask a Librarian

Family Story Time at the International District/Chinatown Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: International District/Chinatown Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is preschool story time at the International District/Chinatown Branch! Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: International District/Chinatown Branch 206-386-1300 or Ask a Librarian

Toddler Story Time at the High Point Branch

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where: High Point Branch
Audience: Children
Language: English
Story Time Summary: It is story time at the High Point Branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.
Event Notes: Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.
More Children's Programs: www.spl.org…
Contact Info: High Point Branch 206-684-7454 or Ask a Librarian