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Welcome to August in the Children's Library! Our regular storytimes at the Central Children’s Library and all branch locations will be on a programming break from August 1 to August 31. We’re taking this time to prepare for an exciting Fall Program Session, which begins on September 1! While storytimes pause for the month, there are still plenty of fun activities happening across the Huntington Beach Public Library system! Be sure to log your summer reading by August 2 - that’s the final day! Prizes will be available for pick-up on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last through August 10. At the Central Library, stop by the Children’s Department for our Ice Cream Scavenger Hunt! Pick up a scavenger hunt sheet and search for each dessert’s secret letter to solve the riddle. At the Oak View Branch, elementary and middle school students can join the Summer Science Camp on Wednesdays, August 6, 13, and 20 at 3:30 PM. Registration is required. Campers will explore clean energy and sustainability through fun experiments and games. Also happening this month at the Murphy, Oak View, and Main Street Branches is Fun With Friends — where children and caregivers can enjoy creative play. Designed for children ages 2 to 5, this program supports early literacy and social skills development. Registration is required for the Murphy Branch. Please consult our Event Calendar for upcoming dates and registration information. We look forward to seeing you at the library! Want the latest updates from HBPL? Follow us on social media!
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Ice Cream Scavenger Hunt Central Library August 1-31 Solve the riddle and pick up a prize while supplies last!
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Science Camp Oak View Branch Library August 6, 13, & 20 at 3:30 p.m. Registration is required, click here!
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Fun With Friends Muphy, Oak View, and Main Street Branches See Calendar with details here!
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Looking for more? View upcoming children's events in our online calendar by clicking the button below! Looking for a printable version? Check it out on our Children's website HERE! |
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Looking for more? Browse printable booklists, cultural celebration booklists, and more on the Children's Library website!
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Talk It Out: Building Language Through Everyday Conversations One of the simplest ways to boost your child’s early literacy skills is by talking with them throughout the day. Whether you’re running errands, cooking dinner, or playing outside, describe what you’re doing, name objects, and ask open-ended questions. These back-and-forth conversations help children develop vocabulary, listening skills, and an understanding of how language works - all essential building blocks for reading. Don’t worry about using big words either; kids learn best when they hear rich, varied language in real-life settings.
Looking for great books to read aloud? Visit the library and ask a librarian for suggestions based on your child’s age and interests. Don’t forget to check our Event Calendar for upcoming events and activities programs!
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