Calling all summer makers! Get ready for some hands-on fun all summer long. This week we are creating works of art using bubbles. Your bubble art can be turned into numerous awesome things such as bookmarks (librarian favorite), thank you cards, framed art, gift tag, and more! All supplies will be provided.
The John Ball Zoo is coming to Hudsonville! Enjoy an up-close encounter with live zoo animals in the library. Presentations are
typically between 30 and 45 minutes in length. Animals are presented
one at a time. Kids of all ages will have an engaging experience learning about a variety of animals. Join us for a fun filled morning!
The library has been invaded by Pokemon and we need your help to try and catch them all! From 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm we will have various Pokemon crafts and games for trainers to enjoy. In our upstairs program room, trainers can bring Pokemon cards to and trade with fellow Pokemon trainers! Do you play Pokemon Go? We will have activate Lures at our gym to help up your Pokemon game.
Take a StoryWalk® at the South Grand Ravines Dog Park! As you walk this beloved local park, read the story "Jabari Jumps" by Gaia Cornwall. This perfect summer children's book will be posted on signs along the paved trail around the dog park for your family to read together.
The story will be available to read as you stroll Sunday, June 18 through Sunday, June 25 during regular park hours.
This event is part of a StoryWalk® series created in partnership with Gary Byker Memorial Library, Georgetown Twp. Public Library, Ottawa County Parks & Recreation, Messenger Printing.
Join Miss Ali and get ready to move and groove with your little one! This engaging program is packed with
music, singing and dancing that help young children
feel the rhythm and begin to understand how their bodies work. Such
movements also help them gain muscle control and improve balance. It is also just a ton of fun!
Join Miss Ali and get ready to move and groove with your little one! This engaging program is packed with
music, singing and dancing that help young children
feel the rhythm and begin to understand how their bodies work. Such
movements also help them gain muscle control and improve balance. It is also just a ton of fun!
Calling all summer makers! Get ready for some hands-on fun all summer long. Back by popular demand, we are making synthetic worms! Using science and some simple supplies, kids will be creating their own synthetic worms. This popular project is so much slimy fun. It is a great introduction to how synthetic materials are made.
Come and listen to a telling of the book "Tops and Bottoms with Ottawa county agriculturist Taylor Evans. Learn the anatomy of plants and make a living necklace! Best for ages entering Kindergarten and up.
Join Miss Katie for a summer of fun and interactive storytimes! On the first official day of summer, we are taking storytime to the farmer's market! Join us at Terra Square where we will share stories, songs, and more. Story Time provides a
fun and simple way to practice early literacy and social skills that
little ones will need later on. no registration required. See you at the market!
Drop
in with your little one to explore, encourage, and engage is Sensory
Play! We will have tubs and more filled with wonderful things to touch
and experience. Caregivers MUST be present at all times. Be prepared
to get messy! Please dress accordingly and feel free to bring a towel and/or extra set of clothing.
MESSY Sensory Play will be help outdoors by our butterfly garden. In case of rain, we will move indoors to the basement program room. Some experiences may be modified to fit the indoor environment.
Join Miss Ali and get ready to move and groove with your little one! This engaging program is packed with
music, singing and dancing that help young children
feel the rhythm and begin to understand how their bodies work. Such
movements also help them gain muscle control and improve balance. It is also just a ton of fun!
Join Miss Ali and get ready to move and groove with your little one! This engaging program is packed with
music, singing and dancing that help young children
feel the rhythm and begin to understand how their bodies work. Such
movements also help them gain muscle control and improve balance. It is also just a ton of fun!
Calling all summer makers! Get ready for some hands-on fun all summer long. This week we will be using various types of candy to create structures that can support different amounts of weight. We will discover what shape works best, which candy created the soundest structure, and more. Join us for a delicious experiment in building!
Get ready for the best party in town! Join Stormy the Family Entertainer at the library for a FOAM PARTY! Foam parties are fun for all ages and abilities. Stormy will keep you dancing and having fun while you are surrounded by bubble-tastic foam. Make some fun summer memories at the library!
In order to maximize your foam fun, there will be two foam sessions. Session 1 is for children up to age 7. Session 2 is for children 8 and up. Please sign your children up in the correct event. We will have part of parking lot closed off to offer activities for kids to do while they wait for their turn in the foam.
Stormy uses professional, organic soap bubbles that are safe for you and the environment. Don't forget to wear a bathing suit or athletic clothing and a towel. Footwear that can get wet may is also recommended. Feel free to bring goggles if you would like. Adult must be present.
Get ready for the best party in town! Join Stormy the Family Entertainer at the library for a FOAM PARTY! Foam parties are fun for all ages and abilities. Stormy will keep you dancing and having fun while you are surrounded by bubble-tastic foam. Make some fun summer memories at the library!
In order to maximize your foam fun, there will be two foam sessions. Session 1 is for children up to age 7. Session 2 is for children 8 and up. Please sign your children up in the correct event. We will have part of parking lot closed off to offer activities for kids to do while they wait for their turn in the foam.
Stormy uses professional, organic soap bubbles that are safe for you and the environment. Don't forget to wear a bathing suit or athletic clothing and a towel. Footwear that can get wet may is also recommended. Feel free to bring goggles if you would like. Adult must be present.
Join Miss Katie for a summer of fun and interactive storytimes! We are taking the book bike and storytime on the road. Join us as Hughes Park where we will share stories, songs, and more. Story Time provides a
fun and simple way to practice early literacy and social skills that
little ones will need later on. No registration required.
Are you interested in science, technology, engineering, art, and math? You are
invited to drop in and check out the Fab Lab and explore various STEAM tools. Kids ages 6 -12 (accompanied by caregiver) can explore various hands on items available in the lab that week. There is no formal class or instructions. Video or basic instructions maybe provided for some activities to help get you started. Staff will be available if assistance is needed. The Fab Lab is a great way to exercise the brain in the most fun way
possible!!
Join Miss Ali and get ready to move and groove with your little one! This engaging program is packed with
music, singing and dancing that help young children
feel the rhythm and begin to understand how their bodies work. Such
movements also help them gain muscle control and improve balance. It is also just a ton of fun!
Join Miss Ali and get ready to move and groove with your little one! This engaging program is packed with
music, singing and dancing that help young children
feel the rhythm and begin to understand how their bodies work. Such
movements also help them gain muscle control and improve balance. It is also just a ton of fun!
Give those beach reading books a splash of fun! This week our makers are creating magnetic bookmarks and magnetic stickers. This is a simple and fun way to up your bookmark game. We will also create fun magnetic stickers. Trade or make a unique gift for someone.
Join Miss Katie for a summer of fun and interactive storytimes! We are taking storytime to the Hudsonville Nature Center! Bring a blanket and join us where we will share stories, songs, and more. Story Time provides a
fun and simple way to practice early literacy and social skills that
little ones will need later on. No registration required.
Are you interested in science, technology, engineering, art, and math? You are
invited to drop in and check out the Fab Lab and explore various STEAM tools. Kids ages 6 -12 (accompanied by caregiver) can explore various hands on items available in the lab that week. There is no formal class or instructions. Video or basic instructions maybe provided for some activities to help get you started. Staff will be available if assistance is needed. The Fab Lab is a great way to exercise the brain in the most fun way
possible!!
Get ready to unplug and take on old school gaming fun! We are taking things outside to enjoy classic games such as Red Light, Green Light, Volcano Stomp, Hula Hoops and MORE! Since the even is outside and players maybe exposed to water balloons and/or silly string, PLEASE dress accordingly and bring a towel if you would like.
*In case of rain or bad weather we will email all registrants and make an announcement on our FB page. We will switch to super fun INDOOR unplugged games.