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Welcome, Autumn Welcome back to the library and our exciting lineup of fall programs! We’re kicking off the season with two literacy-themed celebrations: Winnie the Pooh for preschoolers and Ms. Frizzle
and the Magic School Bus for school-age children. Join us as we bring beloved stories and characters to life through fun,
hands-on activities. Please note that the library will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We look forward to seeing you this fall! A complete calendar of events, including upcoming closures, can be found on the Programs & Events tab on our website.
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Magic School Bus: Back to School The eccentric Ms. Frizzle and her curious class are turning 40 and we're celebrating with you! From a submarine voyage to the ocean floor to a thrilling ride inside a hurricane, join us as we cl=celebrate 40 years of adventure and learning at our Back-to-School parties. For ages 5-10. Tuesday, September 22, 3:30pm, Athol Wednesday, September 2, 11:00am, Hayden Wednesday, September 9, 3:30pm, Spirit Lake |
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Arts and Crafts Swap For public, home, and co-op educators, and small/home business owners. This is a great
way to give your still-usable arts and crafts supplies a new home, and swap them for
supplies you enjoy using. All ages welcome. Saturday, September 19, 11:00am-3:00pm Rathdrum |
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Pokémon 30th Anniversary Celebrate Pokémon turning 30 with us as we play games and enjoy Pokémon-themed snacks. For ages 8-12. Wednesday, September 16, 4:00pm, Rathdrum |
Esperanza Rising Set during the Great Depression, this historical fiction novel by Pam Munoz Ryan explores Esperanza Ortega's life of hardship and hope, and the power of a family's love. Activities will include science, art, and food stations. For ages 10-13. Tuesday, September 22, 3:30pm, Rathdrum |
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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. Monday, September 14, 21 & 28, 10:30am, Hayden Tuesdays, Sept 15, 22 & 29, 10:30am, Post Falls |
Toddler Tales Bring your toddler to enjoy books and music, socialize, play with toys, and join engaging educational activities that help you and your child grow together. For ages 2-4. Tuesday, September 15, 22 & 29, 10:30am, Rathdrum Thursday, September 17 & 24, 10:30am, Pinehurst |
Totally Untidy Tots Squish and mush your way to a messy sensory playtime with edible goo and rainbow spaghetti. Come dressed for a mess. For ages 2-4. Wednesday, September23, 10:00am, Athol Wednesday, September 16, 10:30am, Post Falls |
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Kindergarten Boot Camp Kindergarten Boot Camp is designed to provide parents and caregivers with hands-on experiences, based on developmental stages, so their child can enter kindergarten ready to learn. Through engaging, hands-on activities like playing with tongs to learn how to hold a pencil, sorting objects by color and shape, and growing numeracy skills, this program will help parents and children prepare for kindergarten success. For ages 4-5. Tuesday, September 15, 11:00am, Harrison Tuesday, September 22, 10:30am, Hayden Wednesday, September 23, 10:30am, Rathdrum Thursday, September 17, 10:30am, Spirit Lake |
Play & Learn Join us for a chance to explore STEM toys and engage with your child. Activities focus on gross and fine motor skills, scientific concepts, cooperation with other children, creativity, and free play. For ages 2-5. |
Tuesday, September 15, 22 & 29, 11:00am, Harrison Hayden Monday, September 14, 21 & 28 Wednesday, September 16, 23 & 30 Thursday, September 17 & 24 All programs begin at 11:00am Wednesday, September 16, 23 & 30, 11:00am Pinehurst Tuesday, September 15, 22 & 29, 11:00am Rathdrum Wednesday, September 16, 11:00am, Spirit Lake |
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Around the World Storytime Children are invited on an adventure at this monthly storytime where we dive into the wonders of our beautiful planet. Learn about the people who inhabit our world through stories, music, and hands-on learning. For ages 3-5. Thursday, September 24, 10:00am, Athol |
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. This program is offered through a grant from the Idaho Commission for Libraries. For ages 3-6. Tuesday, September 8, 10:30am, Hayden |
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Music and Movement Join us for stories, music, and dancing, where both kids and their caregivers will enjoy shaking their sillies out in this music and movement-based storytime. For ages 3-5. Wednesday, September 30, 10:00am, Athol Tuesday, September 15, 10:30am, Hayden **Special guest Channing Dance Tuesday, September 15, 10:30am, Spirit Lake |
Naturebrary Where nature and the library come together. This storytime will focus on the natural world and engaging the senses. For ages 3-5. Thursday, September 17, 10:00am, Athol |
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Pirates Ahoy, Mateys! Don't walk the plank and miss this fun storytime where kids will enjoy pirate-themed stories and songs and learn how to talk like a pirate. Kids and parents are encouraged to dress up, but it is not required. For ages 3-5. Hayden Wednesday, September 16, 10:30am Thursday, September 17, 10:30am |
Yoga An early learning movement storytime that includes stories, songs, gentle yoga, and simple breathing exercises. Activities may include scarves, beanbags, or parachutes. Bring a
yoga mat if you have one. Parents are encouraged to participate. For ages 3-5. Wednesday, September 16, 10:00am, Athol |
Preschool Storytime Preschool 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. |
Athol Thursday, September 17 & 24 10:00am Hayden Wednesday, September 16 & 23, 10:30am Thursday, September 17 & 24, 10:30am Pinehurst Wednesday, September 16 & 23, 10:30am Post Falls Monday, September 14 & 24, 10:30am Friday, September 18 & 25, 10:30am Rathdrum Thursday, September 17 & 24, 10:30am Spirit Lake Tuesday, September 15, 22 & 29, 10:30am |
Art Through Music Creating art while listening to music is a powerful, open-ended activity that combines auditory stimulation with visual expression, helping children explore emotions, tempo, and rhythm. This process allows kids to translate sounds into colors, shapes, and textures, creating unique abstract art based on their personal interpretation. Wednesday, September 23, 4:30pm, Hayden Thursday, September 24, 4:00pm, Post Falls |
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Drop in Art Get inspired by the featured artist, artwork, or book. Drop in during open hours to create art at your own pace using the provided art supplies. Sign the guestbook, then show a staff member your creation. For ages 5-10. Wednesday, September 9, 11:00am-6:00pm, Athol |
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Spin Art At this engaging, hands-on program, kids will drip paint onto a rotating surface to create vibrant, splattered patterns, while exploring centrifugal force and color mixing. Wednesday, September 16, 3:30pm, Spirit Lake |
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Sensory Station Craft Lab At Craft Lab, kids will explore their five senses to help foster their development, creativity, and emotional regulation. Activities will improve fine motor skills and offer a calming outlet for children with special needs. For ages 5-10.
Thursday, September 17, 3:00pm, Hayden
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Engineering Day Through simple, hands-on projects using household items, we will explore complex principles such as load distribution, aerodynamics, and structural integrity. Activities may include building structures, designing vehicles, and exploring circuits. Wednesday, September 30, 3:30pm Spirit Lake |
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Lego Challenge Take on our Lego building challenge, where we provide the prompts and you provide the creativity. Kids will be given a specific theme and may create a project individually or with friends. All Lego bricks and supplies will be provided. Please do not bring Lego bricks from home. Thursday, September 10, 3:00-5:00pm, Hayden Thursday, September 17, 4:00pm, Post Falls |
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Volcanoes & Earthquakes Explore chemical reactions, abstract geological principles, and how structures withstand seismic activity in a fun, visual way. Learning these principles helps make abstract concepts in earth science, engineering, and resilience, tangible
for kids. Wednesday, September 23, 3:30pm, Spirit Lake |
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Board Games Challenge your friends to an amicable game of Catan, Uno, Clue, Apples to Apples, or Pictionary. Saturday, September 12, 19 & 26, 12:00pm, Harrison |
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Button MakerKids will design custom badges, magnets, and keychains using personal drawings, stickers, or photos at this creative, hands-on program. Tuesday, September 15, 3:30pm Athol Friday, September 18, 11:00am Pinehurst |
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Muppet Treasure Island Enjoy a Saturday morning movie, complete with treasure maps, snacks, and activities. Saturday, September 19, 11:00am, Harrison |
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Libratory At this drop-in style program, you are invited to get hands-on with STEAM topics. For ages 5-10. Vision Wednesday, September 2, 11:00am, Athol Tuesday, September 22, 12:30pm, Hayden Ears Tuesday, September 15, 12:30pm, Hayden Circulatory System Tuesday, September 29, 12:30pm, Hayden General STEAM Thursday, September 17 & 24, 1:00pm, Post Falls Friday, September 18 & 25, 11:00am, Rathdrum Wednesday, September 16, 12:00pm, Spirit Lake |
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Fictionology Join us to learn about reading and writing fiction through fun activities. This program uses books, games, activities, experiences, challenges, and crafts to illustrate literary concepts and get kids engaged with fiction. For ages 8-12. Saturday, September 5, 11:00am, Harrison Monday, September 21 & 28, 12:30pm, Hayden Friday, September 11, 10:00am, Pinehurst Friday, September 18, 1:00pm, Post Falls |
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Dungeons & Dragons Join us to slay dragons, make friends, and step into the shoes of a fantasy character. Bring your own character or use one of our pre-made characters to get started.
For ages 8–12. Friday, September 4, 1:00-4:00pm, Hayden Saturday, September 19, 1:00-4:00pm, Hayden Saturday, September 19, 10:00am-12:00pm, Post Falls |
Game & Pizza Day Stop by the library for fun and games with friends. Choose from a variety of board and card games and challenge your friends to a friendly competition. Pizza and drinks provided. Friday, September 11, 2:30pm, Hayden |
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Paint 'n Sip Create a masterpiece with your friends. All supplies and sips provided. Saturday, September 12, 11:00am, Harrison |
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Build a Scarecrow Decorate a scarecrow to add a touch of whimsy to your room or front porch. Friday, September 25, 11:00am Pinehurst |
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Tween Hangout: Tech Time Virtual Reality (VR) Explore ancient Rome, travel to Mars, or dive into the depths of the ocean through Virtual Reality. Tuesday, September 22, 2:30pm, Spirit Lake |
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Teen Hangout: Life Skills 101 Babysitting Basics Wondering about the skills needed to be a good babysitter? Join us for a workshop that walks you through easy-to-follow steps to prepare for babysitting. Know what to do before, during and after each job- plus why babysitting training can make all the difference. For ages 13-17. Tuesday, Saturday 29, 4:00pm, Hayden Saturday, September 26, 11:00am, Spirit Lake |
Teen Hangout: Life Skills 101 Car Care Us-oh! A dash light came on! Can I keep driving or do I need to pull over? What do the symbols mean? Find answers to simple questions with a mechanic to help offer the basics of operating & owning a car. For ages 13-17. Tuesday, September 22, 5:00pm, Athol |
Virtual Reality Explore ancient Rome, travel to Mars, or dive into the depths of the ocean through Virtual Reality. Tuesday, September 22, 2:30pm, Spirit Lake |
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Sublimation Create personalized items, such as mugs and bookmarks, through transfer printing with our sublimation machine. Wednesday, September 23, 4:00pm, Athol |
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Stop Motion Animation At this highly engaging, creative program learn about filmmaking, storyboarding, and
character creation. Tuesday, September 29, 4:00pm, Post Falls |
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Pumpkin Patch Storytime Join us in the pumpkin patch for this annual fall library tradition. Dress warmly as this program is held outside. For ages 3-5. Wednesday, October 7, 11:00am, Prairie Home Farm, Hayden Tuesday, October 27, 10:30am, Spirit Lake Wednesday, October 28, 10:00am, Athol |
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Harvest Storytime at New Leaf Nursery Celebrate autumn at this special storytime at New Leaf Nursery. Enjoy songs, stories, and autumn fun. For ages 3-5. Wednesday, October 14, 11:00am, New Leaf Nursery, Hayden |
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Community Library Network
Youth Programming821 N. Spokane Street,
Post Falls, Idaho 83854
208-772-5612 x 121CommunityLibrary.Net
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