Preschool Programs

The Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program offers parents the opportunity to do activities that support literacy with those from birth through 4 years and complete squares on bingo cards.

The bingo cards are available from both libraries or may be downloaded:
English
Spanish
Burmese

Three prizes may be earned throughout the game:

• Monday, June 27: First day to claim prize 1
• Saturday, July 16: First day to claim prize 2
• Friday, Aug. 5: First day to claim prize 5
• Friday, August 12: Last day to claim prizes and be entered in the grand-prize drawing for a $100 Visa gift card

Wee Ones returns for the summer. Visit the library and enjoy seeing your child play with other babies and toddlers.

Thursday, July 21, 10 a.m.,
Downtown Programming Room

Ahoy Mateys and Mermaids! Preschoolers may drop in and join Miss Chelsea and Miss Nicole for an exciting mermaid and pirate adventure. Little ones will have fun making mermaid and pirate crafts. In addition, they may follow a treasure map to find a fun treasure. Participants may drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and noon.

Tuesday, July 19, 10 a.m. to noon,
Downtown Programming Room,

Wednesday, July 20, 10 a.m. to noon,
Helen Warner Branch

Enjoy an evening of fun with comedy magician and entertainer Cameron Zvara. Cameron’s show is filled with mind-blowing magic, comedy, juggling, music, and tons of audience participation. A Willard Library favorite, he will have audiences of all ages roaring with laughter.

Tuesday, July 19, 5 p.m.,
Helen Warner Branch

Take a bite out of Shark Days at Willard Library. Venture to the library to enjoy shark activities, games, prizes, and edible fun. This program is geared to preschoolers and school-age children and their families. Participants may drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and noon.

Tuesday, July 26, 10 a.m. to noon,
Downtown Programming Room,

Wednesday, July 27, 10 a.m. to noon,
Helen Warner Branch

Encourage curiosity and wonder by touching and feeling all things squishy, soft or smooth. This program includes hands-on activities for those from birth through 4 years. It's designed to encourage the development of fine motor skills, problem solving, and social interaction.

Thursday, July 28, 10 a.m.,
Downtown Library Programming Room