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Ida Rupp Libraries will be closed on February 16 for President's Day. |
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Story Time Date: Every Tuesday in February @ 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Location: Ida Rupp Children's Programming Room Ages : 0-5 Bring your little ones to Story Time at Ida Rupp Public Library. Every Tuesday, we will enjoy stories, music, movement, crafts/activities, and socialization. A playtime session will follow to help promote social skills—staying after is encouraged! No registration required. Children under 8 need an adult. February Themes:
February 3 – Snowmen
February 10 – Hearts
February 17 – Lunar New Year
February 24 – Dentist |
Lil' Explorers Date: Thursday, February 5 @ 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Location: Ida Rupp Children's Programming Room Ages : 0-5 Lil’ Explorers gives little ones a chance to explore and imagine through dramatic play. This session’s theme is doctors and veterinarians. We’ll have a waiting room, animal patients, and doctor/vet items to use! Each area is designed to help your child explore their thoughts and actions related to the theme.
All supplies will be provided. No registration required. Children under 8 need an adult.
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Paint Together: Valentine Date: Monday, February 9 @ 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Location: Ida Rupp's Meeting Room Ages : All Ages Join us for Paint Together: Valentine, an all-ages guided painting experience perfect for beginners and families. We’ll walk you through each step with clear directions and a visual guide so everyone can leave with a finished painting. Along the way, you’ll practice basics like color mixing, brush control, and layering. Young children may need help from their adult. No prior art experience needed—just bring your creativity! All registered attendees will do the craft, please register only those who will participate..
All supplies provided. Please wear clothing that can get a little paint on it. Space is limited to 20 registrants; registration required and opens January 26. (Children under 8 will attend with an adult.)
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Simple String Art Date: Friday, February 13 @ 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Location: Ida Rupp's Children Programming Room Ages : Ages 3-12 Create a fun and colorful string art design using a paper plate, yarn, and beads. This easy-to-make craft project is perfect for expressing creativity. The pattern is simple to follow, with yarn strung through holes in a heart-shaped design and accented by colorful beads for a playful touch. This activity is great for improving fine motor skills and learning about patterns, and can be customized to fit any occasion, from a special gift to a decorative piece. All supplies will be provided, no registration required. Children under 8 need an adult. |
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Heart Art: Kandinsky Style Date: Thursday, February 19 @ 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Location: Ida Rupp's Meeting Rooms Ages : 5-12 years old Explore the world of abstract art with this heart-themed project inspired by the colorful works of Wassily Kandinsky. Using bright watercolor paints, students will create a grid of hearts in varying colors and sizes, blending hues to form bold, overlapping patterns. This activity encourages creative expression while introducing the concepts of color theory and abstract art. It's perfect for anyone looking to explore geometric shapes, gradients, and the joy of mixing colors in a fun and engaging way. All supplies will be provided. No registration required. Children under 8 need an adult. |
Twilight Deer Date: Monday, February 23 @ 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Location: Ida Rupp's Meeting Rooms Ages : 5-12 years old Create a striking silhouette artwork inspired by the beauty of twilight skies and woodland animals. In this project, participants will paint a colorful sunset or night sky background using blended paints, then layer a bold deer silhouette over the top. This activity encourages creativity, color blending, and contrast while introducing silhouette art and nature-inspired design. All supplies will be provided. No registration required. Children under 8 need an adult. |
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Salt Painting Date: Friday, February 27 @ 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Location: Ida Rupp's Meeting Rooms Ages : 5-12 years old Discover the magic of salt painting by using glue to create a raised design on paper. We will use watercolors to paint the salted areas and watch the colors spread and blend in surprising ways. This hands-on art project explores texture, absorption, and color movement. Perfect for creative experimentation and sensory-friendly art experiences. All supplies will be provided. No registration required. Children under 8 need an adult. |
To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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Pout-Pout Fish Goes to the Dentist written by Deborah Diesen Illustrated by Dan Hanna
In Pout-Pout Goes to the Dentist , he's getting nervous―will the dentist be able to help him smile? At a low price point and with two pages of stickers, this new format is fun and accessible for Mr. Fish's fans and newcomers alike.
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The Liars Society written by Alyson Gerber Weatherby is a fish out of water. When she lands a scholarship to the prestigious Boston School, she’s excited to be in the same world as her dad, whom she’s never met, and make real friends. But Weatherby has a secret she’ll risk everything to protect, one that could destroy her new life. AR Level: 4.3 AR Points: 8 |
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To place a hold, click on the cover and go to our online catalog. |
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Calling all caregivers! Sign up your children from birth until kindergarten for this early literacy program on Beanstack. Prizes can be picked up at the library for registration and each 100 books read. |
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Marblehead Peninsula Branch M: 10:00am - 2:00pm T: 3:00pm - 7:00pm W: 10:00am - 2:00pm Th: 3:00pm - 7:00pm F: 10:00am - 2:00pm Sa: 10:00am - 2:00pm S: CLOSED |
Ida Rupp Public Library M: 9:00am - 8:00pm T: 9:00am - 8:00pm W: 9:00am - 8:00pm Th: 9:00am - 8:00pm F: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sa: 9:00am - 5:00pm S: CLOSED |
Erie Islands Library M: 10:00am - 2:00pm T: 3:00pm - 7:00pm W: 10:00am - 2:00pm Th: 3:00pm - 7:00pm F: 10:00am - 2:00pm Sa: 10:00am - 2:00pm S: CLOSED |
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