This summer, Wheelock has been hosting fun weekly themed programs. The week of July 16, kids created dinosaur collages and 3D dinosaurs from recycled and found objects for "Dinosaur Week." Check out more fun programs coming up at TPL where you can explore science, create hands on crafts, and have fun…
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Recap
Twenty three stuffed animals, two dolls, and a Rubix cube had a wonderful time at the Fern Hill Stuffed Animal Sleepover on June 21st. Kids dropped off their special friends for a sleepover and picked them up the next day at a special Stuffed Animal Themed Storytime. All participants received photos of their stuffed animals…
Preschool Drive-In Movie Recap
The Fern Hill Branch meeting room turned into a drive-in movie lot on Saturday, January 6th. Preschoolers decorated their own cardboard box vehicles, drove them around the library, and then parked for the show. The kids proudly decorated their very first license plates, ensured their vehicles had the perfect number of wheels, and added other…
Play To Learn at Fern Hill and Swasey
Provided by Greentrike, Play to Learn is a FREE program for children and adults to play TOGETHER! Now offered at community locations throughout Pierce County! Play to Learn has been enjoyed by many families at Swasey branch, and will be expanding to include Fern Hill branch in January. Play to Learn is a drop-in program that…
Storytime STEAM Backpack Giveaway
Have you checked out a Storytime STEAM Backpack from the library and wished you didn't have to return it? Visit Moore Branch on Oct. 4 to get one of your very own! In celebration of Latine/x Heritage Month join us for an extra special Storytime STEAM night at Moore Branch. We'll explore science, technology, engineering…
Ages 12 and under: Have your recipe featured in our Tacoma Reads Cookbook!
Tacoma Reads 2022 will focus on the themes of hope, resilience, and community. Inspired by the featured children's title, Thank You, Omu! by Oge Mora, TPL will be publishing a Community Cookbook, featuring the favorite recipes of kids in our community! Who Can Submit A Recipe? Any child age 12 and under is encouraged to submit their favorite…
Tacoma Reads: Community Stew
In keeping with the themes of hope, resilience, and community that are prominent in this year's kid's Tacoma Reads title, Thank You, Omu! by Oge Mora, TPL invites kids to share something they are grateful for, something they are hopeful for, or tips on how to be a good neighbor! Visit any branch between September 13 and November 5…
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