Children's Activities 
 
February 2026
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Letter from Your Librarian
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Hello all,
    Wow! Has it been cold or what? I hope you've all been able to stay warm and get caught up on your reading. 
    We've got several fun things planned for this month, including a few of my favorite programs. Join us on February 17 for Family Fort Night - we'll build blanket forts in the Children's Department, turn out the lights, and make s'mores. Then stop by on Saturday February 21 for our 8th annual celebration of Take Your Child to the Library Day. We'll craft, play, and snack while sharing all the best things about the Children's Department. 
    Otherwise, as always, we hope to see you for Story Times, Science, Builders', or Artists Club, Wednesday Playdates, and/or Music & Movement.   
    Remember-we're a great place to hide from the snow!  
  ~Miss Jami 
 
Reminder: 
Most Age Groups are not set in stone. What works for you and your family works for us, just know that these are the ages we prep for when planning for our events. 
 
 
Upcoming Closings 
 
MML will be closed on the following days: 
 
 
 
  • Monday February 16  
 
 
Winter Reading
 
Register for Winter Reading and earn raffle slips by checking out items and attending events. We'll pull prizes on March 2! 
 
 
Ages 0-5 Programming
Lap Sit Story Time
Monday, 10:00
Story Time Room

Ages 0-2

We'll meet in the Story Time Room to read books, sing songs, and practice early literacy skills to develop a love of reading from a young age. Program content usually lasts about half an hour, then participants are encouraged to stay, play, and connect. 

February Theme: Let's Share the Love!
Story Time 
Tuesdays, 10:30 am and 1:00 pm 
Thursdays, 10:30 am

Story Time Room, Children's Dept.

Ages 2-5

Story Times include stories, games, music, crafts, and fun. Story Times generally last 45 minutes to an hour, depending on our activity.

February Theme: Let's Share the Love!
Music & Movement
Fridays, 10:30
Multipurpose Room

Ages 0-5

Join us for musical fun! We'll dance, sing, and connect through music.

February Theme: Let's Share the Love!
Wednesday Play Group
Two Wednesdays a Month, 11:00
Multipurpose Room

Ages 0-5

Join us every other (or just about) Wednesday for a Playgroup! We'll have separated play spaces, sensory activities, crafts, stories, snacks, and a chance for social connections.

This Month's Dates: February 4, February 18 
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Shining Lights Family Fun Night
Tuesday, February 3, 6:00
Multipurpose Room

All families are welcome to join us for a Family Fun Night hosted in partnership with Shining Lights Preschool. We'll share resources, read a few stories, play a few games, and complete a craft. It's a great chance to practice Early Literacy skills, get your library cards updated, and see what the library has to offer. 
Kindergarten-6th Grade Programming 
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Kids Cook!
Monday, January 12, 6:00
Multipurpose Room

Grades K-6

Join us once a month to develop your kitchen skills! We'll practice the basics, try new things, and work together to create edible masterpieces.

February Theme: Brownies

Registration Required:
Open January 20 - February 7 for the February 9 Meeting   
(Open February 17 - March 7  for the March Meeting)
Science Club 
February 11 and February 25, 4:00
Multipurpose Room 

Kindergarten - 6th Graders 

We'll learn new things about the scientific world, try some experiments, and do some observing.

This Month's Theme: Astronomy--Stars, Galaxies, and Beyond!  
Study Buddies
Mondays, 4:00
Children's Department

Register at the front desk or in the Children's Department as a Buddy to meet with the same person every week to practice, or come as needed to meet with various/available buddies without registering.

We are still looking for Helper Buddies! Middle School/High School Helpers preferred. Earn volunteer hours while helping others practice skills!
Family Programming 
Builders' Club
February 3 and February 17, 4:00 pm
Children's Department 

Join us to build, meet challenges, and connect with other builders! We'll use Legos, Keva Blocks, Magnatiles, K'Nex, and more. 

This Month's Theme: Ohio Works - Inventions 
Hedgie's Surprise by Jan Brett
Picture Book Club
February 4, 4:00
Story Time Room

Join us once a month to to talk about our favorite picture books! Each month will have a theme, just bring something you like that matches. We'll share our books and do an activity that goes along with the theme.

February Theme: Jan Brett 
Artists' Club
February 10 and February 24, 4:00
Children's Department

Join us to get creative! We'll try new techniques, work with the elements of art, and get a little messy.

This Month's Theme: Painting 
Love by Stacy McAnulty
Family Story Time
February 14, 10:30
Story Time Room

Bring the whole family for books, crafts, and fun! 

February Theme: Let's Share the Love!
Graphic Novel Book Club
Wednesday, February 18, 4:00
Story Time Room

Join us once a month to talk about our favorite Graphic Novels. We'll alternate each month between a series and a stand alone book.

This Month's Theme: Super Sidekicks-No Adults Allowed  -- Pick up a book in the Children's Department 
Super Sidekicks #1: No Adults Allowed: (A Graphic Novel) by Gavin Aung Than
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Family Fort Night
Tuesday February 17, 6:00 pm
Children's Department

Join us as we share stories, enjoy s'mores, and build blanket forts. Bring your blankets, pillows, and flashlights. We'll supply the rest.

This year, I think we'll read books about  Arctic Animals. We'll definitely enjoy gooey s'mores in our forts with the lights off, and go home with a few free gifts. 

Sign-up is REQUIRED. The Sign-up will be available from Monday January 26 until Saturday February 14 or until all spaces are filled. 
Take Your Child to the Library Day
February 21, 10:30-1:30
Children's Department

Our 8th Annual Take Your Child to the Library Day is coming up! Join us on Saturday February 21from 10:30-1:30 as we celebrate children at the library. Drop in to see what we offer, eat a snack, listen to stories, connect with other families, and more! As an added bonus, this year, every child gets to take home a free book.   
Homeschool Programming 
Thankful for Family (Berenstain Bears) by Stan Berenstain
Homeschool Book Club
Thursday, February 5, 1:00
Multipurpose Room

Homeschool Families are invited to join us once a month to talk about our favorite books. Each month we'll have a theme, just bring something that matches to share with the group. We'll talk about our books and do a corresponding activity.

This Month's Theme: Family Favorites
Homeschool Science Club
Thursday, February 12, 1:00
Multipurpose Room

Due to inclement weather rescheduling our Summer Reading Workshop, Science Club will be CANCELED this month. 

We apologize for the disruption and hope to see you again in March. 
Child Hands Holding Paint Palette
Homeschool Art Club
Thursday, February 19, 1:00
Multipurpose Room

Homeschool Families are invited to join us to get creative once a month. We'll focus on the elements of art with new techniques and fun projects.

This Month's Theme: Painting 
Passive Program 
Icons - Valentines Day Conversation HeartsCandy Hearts Scavenger Hunt 
 
Try our February Activity! We hid 15 Candy Hearts around the department. See if you can find them all for a prize!  
 
 
Things to Watch For
March Events
 
**LEGO Contest - March 21: Registration opens Monday March 2
 
**IditaRead - compete to see which age group can read the most in March! 
 
**March 31 - Sled Dog Program 
 
 
 
Curbside Pickup 
Don't forget-you can still pick up items through our curbside service! Place items on hold through our catalog or by using the Materials Request Form. Then just call from the Mobile Pickup spots closest to the staff entrance and we'll bring them out to you. 
 
*Please be aware that you can put multiple items on the Materials Request Form--you do not have to complete one for each item, just one for each order. Thank you! 
 

Marvin Memorial Library
29 W. Whitney Avenue, Shelby, Ohio 44875
419-347-5576

https://marvinlibrary.org/