Children And Youth Events At Lakewood Public Library

Saturday, August 11

Tail Waggin' Tutors

For school-age children

Bone up on your reading skills by reading to a dog. Drop in for a one-to-one session with one of our dogs and owners that have been certified through Therapy Dogs International.

11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room

Saturday, August 11

Murder Mystery Party

For youth in sixth through twelfth grade

Murder most foul is about to be committed. Whom can you trust? Prepare yourself to be immersed in treachery, intrigue, backstabbing, and laugh-out-loud-fun. Come join us if you dare!

3:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room

Wednesday, August 15

World Party at Madison Park

For the whole family

Celebrate diversity and the end of another great summer with games, activities, treats, and more! Summer Reading Club members who bring their completed reading record will receive an extra reward.

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Madison Park Pavilion

Friday, August 24

Learning Garden Story Time

For the whole family

Make the Learning Garden a part of your family time with stories, music, and activities about vegetables, fruits, and flowers! This story time will replace the Family Weekend Wonders program, weather permitting. The story time will be held in the Madison Branch in case of inclement weather.

10:30 a.m. in the Madison Branch Learning Garden

Family Weekend Wonders

Make the Library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring stories, activities, music and crafts. These free programs are offered every weekend throughout the year at both the Main Library and Madison Branch. No registration is needed. Check out our website (www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/youth) for times and upcoming themes.

Main Library Activity Room and Madison Branch Auditorium

Weekends With Wee Ones
For families with children under 2 years old

Spend a part of your family weekend time clapping your hands, tapping your feet, singing nursery rhymes and, of course, sharing books. We will provide materials and ideas for those wishing to continue the fun at home. Programs are offered every weekend throughout the year and there is no need to register in advance.

Madison Branch Children's and Youth Services

Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m.