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Welcome, Autumn. October brings cooler days, vibrant colors as the trees change
with the season, and the opportunity for cozy family activities. Join us in the pumpkin patch for storytime, hop on the train and
explore new countries with Around the World in 80 Days, explore the unique hobby of stamp collecting, and make yummy fall treats at our teen hangouts. We will be closed Monday, October 13, for the Columbus Day holiday. A complete calendar of events can be found on the Programs & Events tab on our website. We invite you to connect with the Community Library Network this fall to discover new experiences in our community.
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Pumpkin Patch Storytime Join us for a fall-themed story time at Prairie Home Farm Pumpkin Patch.
Wednesday, October 8, 2:00pm,
Prairie Home Farm, Hayden |
New Leaf Nursery Storytime Enjoy the colors of fall at a special storytime at New Leaf Nursery.
Wednesday, October 15, 11:00am,
New Leaf Nursery, Hayden
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Costume SwapNeed a new costume, without breaking the bank. Come to the library and find something for your little one to wear this year. Tuesday, October 7, Hayden For ages birth-4, 10:00am-1:00pm For ages 5-10, 3:30-5:00pm |
Binglow Food, music, and fun prizes under the neon glow of black lights. All ages welcome.
Saturday, October 26, 6:00pm, Post Falls |
Halloween Diamond Art Ghosts, pumpkins, and autumn leaves. Create a sparkling Halloween picture at this all ages program. Saturday, October 25, 10:00am, Harrison |
Costume Contest Come dressed in your favorite costume and pick out a free book. Friday, October 31, 12:00pm, Harrison |
Storytime with a Firefighter Northern Lakes Fire Department will join us for a special storytime where they talk about fire safety and children will have an opportunity to explore the fire truck. With their bulky turnout gear and firefighting apparatus, firefighters can look scary to children already fearful in a fire. Join us to learn more about keeping your family safe in the event of a fire.
Wednesday, October 29, 10:30am, Hayden
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Book Babies Books, bounces, music and play time for babies and their participating caregivers. This is an early learning program that gives your baby the opportunity to hear lots of language while you get to know other young families. For ages birth-2. Mondays, 10:30am, Hayden Thursdays, 10:30am, Pinehurst Tuesdays, 10:30am, Post Falls |
Play and Learn Free play and socialization time for children and their caregivers. Arrival and departure times are flexible. This is an early learning program designed to provide children an opportunity to explore and engage with science, technology, engineering, art, and math materials in a free play setting and help prepare them for kindergarten. For ages 2-5. Tuesday, October 14, 21, 28, 11:00am Harrison Tuesdays, 10:00am-noon, Hayden |
Totally Untidy TotsSquish and mush your way to a messy sensory playtime with edible goo and rainbow spaghetti. Come dressed for a mess. For ages 2-4. Thursday, October 16, 10:30am, Post Falls |
Toddler Tales Join us for a lively morning of stories, songs, and bubbles! Stay afterwards for a special playtime for the littles and the opportunity for parents to chat and connect. For ages 2-3. Tuesdays, 10:30am, Rathdrum Thursday, October 2 & 16, 10:30am, Spirit Lake |
Preschool StorytimePreschool Storytime opens up the world of language, culture, music and play to young children and their favorite adults. Enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and early STEAM play with other children. For ages 3-5. Thursdays, 10:30am, Athol Tuesday, October 7, 11:00am, Harrison Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am, Hayden Wednesdays, 10:30am, Pinehurst Mondays & Fridays, 10:30am, Post Falls Thursdays, 10:30am, Rathdrum Tuesdays, 10:30am, Spirit Lake |
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Sensory Storytime Stories, music, movement, and play in a neurodiversity-affirming setting for children of any age and their caregivers. This event is intended to support children and families who may have challenges accessing other library services and storytime programs. Program is geared for ages 3-6, but children of all ages are welcome. Tuesday, October 7, 10:30am, Hayden |
Bilingual Storytime Whether you speak English, Spanish, or both languages, this storytime is for you! Explore the world of language and build literacy skills through stories, songs, and activities. For ages 3-6.
Tuesday, October 14, 10:30am, Hayden |
Afterschool Adventures Join us for something cool to do after school! Attend our after-school programs and be entertained and amazed while building with glow sticks, creating with toilet paper, solving math mysteries, animating images, creating comics, mixing music and much more. For ages 5-10. Tuesdays, 3:30pm, Athol Fridays, 2:30pm, Hayden 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 3:00pm, Pinehurst Thursdays, 4:00pm, Post Falls Wednesday, October 8, 3:00pm, Rathdrum Wednesdays, 3:30pm, Spirit Lake |
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Art ExplorersKids are invited to dive into a world of color and imagination. Each week will feature new projects and new chances for kids to express their creativity. For ages 7-12 Thursdays, 1:00pm, Athol |
ChessJoin us for an afternoon of chess! Come, practice your chess skills, and engage with other chess enthusiasts. Players of all ages and levels are encouraged to participate. For ages 5-12. Tuesday, October 14, 21 & 28, 1:30pm, Hayden |
Homeschool Libratory This program provides hands-on and exploratory drop-in experiences to facilitate learning about science, technology, and art. For ages 5-10. Thursday, October 23, 1:00pm, Hayden Friday, October 17, 1:00pm, Pinehurst Thursday, September 11, 11:00am, Post Falls Fridays, 11:00am, Rathdrum Thursday, October 9, 11:00am, Spirit Lake Family Libratory
Saturday, October 11, 10:00am, Harrison |
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Chess Club Practice your chess skills and learn new techniques while competing with other members of your community. All skill levels and ages are welcome. Tuesdays, 3:30pm, Pinehurst Tuesday, October 7, 3:00pm, Spirit Lake |
Stamp Collecting Join us to learn about the exciting world of stamp collecting! Create your own stamp notebook, check out thousands of antique and historical stamps, and start your very own collection. Wednesday, October 8, 3:30pm, Hayden  |
Geeks & Gamers: MinecraftAre you a geek or gamer looking for a place to play and make new friends? Join us for games, snacks, and activities themed after popular games and fandoms. Do you prefer Roblox or Minecraft? PlayStation or Xbox? Card games or puzzles? Pokemon or D&D? Chess or checkers? Let us know, and help build your own club for geeks and gamers! For ages 8-12. Friday, October 10, 3:00pm, Hayden Friday, October 10, 12:30pm, Post Falls |
Wild Readers: The Last Kids on Earth This tween book club features a new book
each month and pairs it with crafts and snacks. For ages 8-12. Tuesday, October 21, 4:00pm, Hayden Wednesday, October 15, 4:00pm, Post Falls |
Dungeons & Dragons Dive into a captivating realm of imagination and strategy by joining us for adventures in interactive storytelling via the classic Dungeons & Dragons Game. For ages 11-17. Friday, October 3, 2:00pm, Hayden Saturday, October 4, 11:00am, Spirit Lake (for ages 13+) |
Teen Art Studio Explore art mediums to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece to show off to friends and family. For ages 13-17. Tuesday, October 28, 4:00pm, Hayden Wednesday, October 22, 4:00pm, Post Falls |
Neurodiversity ClubTeens who are neurodivergent, plus their friends and families, are invited to join us at Neurodiversity Club. Have fun and make connections in a welcoming environment. Choose from various self-directed activity stations – do a craft, play a game, build with Legos, dance to music, and more. For ages 13-17. |
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Local Author CelebrationJoin us on November 22nd from 12:00-4:00pm to celebrate our local authors. Attend panel discussions, listen to an author read an excerpt from their own work, and maybe find your next read...or perhaps a gift for the upcoming season? We'll have more than 20 authors gathered at the Hayden Library to meet, greet, and purchase straight from the authors themselves. This event is geared to adults. Stay tuned for more details... |
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Community Library Network Youth Programming
821 N. Spokane Street
Post Falls, Idaho 83854
208-772-5612 x 121www.CommunityLibrary.Net |
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