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Youth Programming News & Notes
September 2025
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In this Issue

Farewell Summer
Special Events
Baby, Toddler, & Preschool
Coming in October...
Kids
Tweens
Teens
Back to school, back to the library
 
We are sad to see our colorful summer come to an end, but are excited to see you this fall for book celebrations, author visits, sensory programs, and so much more. 
 
Programs begin Monday, September 8 and 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 how we can support your lifelong learning.
 
Back to school logo with a backpack and school supplies
 
Farewell Summer
Summer Reading Comes to a Colorful End

Thank you to everyone who joined us this summer for "Color Our World".
If you have not already, please stop by the library to pick up your prizes by Tuesday, September 16.
 
 
colorful book cart with two shelves
Special Events
Once Upon a Time at the Library
 
Join us for a special fairy tale party where you can build a house for the Three Little Pigs, add flowers to Rapunzel's hair, and fill Little Red Riding Hood's basket with goodies. 
For ages 2-5.
 
Tuesday, September 2, 11:00am, Harrison
Thursday, September 4, 10:30am, Hayden
Wednesday, September 3, 10:30am, Pinehurst
Thursday, September 4, 10:30am, Post Falls
Thursday, September 4, 10:30am, Rathdrum
Tuesday, September 2, 10:30am, Spirit Lake
 
cartoon images of fairy tale characters on an open book
 
Mudgy and Millie at the Library

Join us every Friday in September for Mudgy and Millie at the Library. 
For ages 5-10.
 
Adventures in Hawaii, Friday, September 12, 2:30pm, Hayden 
Adventures in Australia, Friday, September 19, 2:30pm, Hayden 
Adventures at the Library,  Friday, September 23, 2:30pm, Hayden with special guests Park Rangers from Farragut State Park and Mudgy and Millie  author, Susan Nipp
 
 
Book cover for Mudgy and Millie, with a large moose and small mouse
 
 
Baby, Toddler, & Preschool
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
 
Six photos of babies reading with an adult 
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.
 
Tuesday, September 23, 10:30am, Hayden 
Thursday, September 18, 10:30am, Post Falls 
 
 
 
 
 
A child's hands playing in green goo mixed with small plastic dinosaurs.
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.
 
Thursdays, 10:30am, Athol
Tuesday, September 9, 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 
Multicultural children sitting and listening to a story.
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Play & Learn
Free play and socialization time for children 2 to 5 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, September 16, 23, & 30, 11:00am Harrison
Tuesdays, 10:00am-noon, Hayden
Two toddlers dancing and playing.
 
Coming in October...
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 
 
Six pictures of various sensory activities like hands playing in cooked spaghetti, and a colorful tray of rice with small toys matching the colors of the rice.
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
 
 
 
Speech bubbles saying Hello and Hola above 4 images of smiling children.
Kids
Around the World in 80 Days

Hop on the train in London and explore the world with us this fall. From Egypt and India to Japan and New York City, learn about the sights, history, and people of these beautiful places.
For ages 5-10.
 
Tuesday, September 23, 3:30pm, Harrison
Wednesday, September 17, 3:00pm, Pinehurst 
Wednesday, September 10, 17, & 24, 3:30pm, Spirit Lake
 
Book cover for Around the World in 80 Days
 
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, September 10, 4:00pm, Rathdrum 
 
 
Group of 6 smiling kids standing in a semi-circle
Homeschool Libratory
This program provides hands-on and exploratory drop-in experiences to facilitate learning about science, technology, and art.
For ages 5-10.
 
Saturday, September 20, 10:30am, Harrison
Friday, September 12 & 26, 1:00pm, Pinehurst
Thursday, September 11, 11:00am, Post Falls 
Friday, September 19, 11:00am, Rathdrum
Thursday, September 11, 11:00am, Spirit Lake  
 
Family Libratory
Saturday, September 20, 11:00am, Rathdrum 
 
paintbrushes and a ruler surround an atom 
Tweens
Geeks & Gamers
From Mario to Monopoly, come hang with
your friends after school and play games,
laugh, and relax. 
For ages 8-12.
 
Saturday, September 20, 1:00pm, Harrison
Friday, September 12, noon, Hayden 
Friday, September 12, 2:30pm, Post Falls 
 
Up close view of an X-box controller
Back to School Spirit Day
Get in the spirit for fall sports with crafts to
wear and decorate your locker. 
For ages 8-12.
 
Friday, September 26, noon, Hayden 
Friday, September 26, 2:30pm, Post Falls 
Wednesday, September 17, 4:00pm, Rathdrum
Tuesday, September 9, 3:00pm, Spirit Lake 
 
A white helmet with a football in the background
 
Candle Painting
Through step-by-step instructions we will
create hand-painted candles to decorate your room or gift to a friend.
For ages 11-17.
 
Wednesday, September 24, Athol 
Friday, September 19, 1:00pm, Pinehurst 
Friday, September 26, 12:30pm, Post Falls
Tuesday, September 23, 3:00pm, Spirit Lake
 
 
 
 Wild Readers
 
This tween book club features a new book
each month and pairs it with crafts and snacks.
For ages 8-12.
 
Tuesday, September 16, 4:00pm, Hayden 
Wednesday, September 17, 4:00pm, Post Falls 
 
Teens
Dungeons & Dragons
D&D is a fun role-playing adventure game where players create characters and make decisions, as the group is guided through a :choose your own adventure" style story. Join us to slay dragons, make friends, and step into the shoes of a fantasy character.
For ages 11-17.
  
Friday, September 5, 2:00pm,  Hayden 
Friday, September 5, 2:00pm, Post Falls
 
A dragon statue behind a Dungeons and Dragons dice in black and gold.
Back to School Crafts
Get in the spirit for fall sports with crafts to wear and decorate your locker. 
For ages 13-17.
 
Friday, September 19, noon, Hayden 
Friday, September 19, 2:30pm, Post Falls
 
 
 
 
A watercolor image of a football player.
 
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.
 
Saturday, September 13, 1:00pm, Harrison 
Tuesday, September 23, 4:00pm, Hayden 
Wednesday, September 24, 4:00pm, Post Falls 
 
 
 
 
Art supplies spread out around a blank piece of paper
 
Neurodiversity Club
Teens 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.
 
Tuesday, October 14, 1:00pm, Hayden
 
Small blue ball with a smiley face
Homeschooling Club
Homeschool teens are invited to join us for monthly STEM activities and time to connect with other homeschool teens. Working on a research project? Have questions about a specific topic? Ask the library staff about the resources to help you find the answers.
For ages 13-17.
 
Thursday, September 11, 11:00am, Post Falls 
Teen doing homework with a pencil in hand
 

Community Library Network Youth Programming
821 N. Spokane Street
Post Falls, Idaho 83854
208-772-5612 x 121

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