The Children's Department is collecting valentines for participants in the Meals on Wheels program until February 5, 2025. We are asking you to help make the day a little brighter for those who are feeling isolated at home.
Bookmobile stop for WCPS students, families and staff.
Group study with Literacy Council of Washington County
Share books, rhymes, and music with your baby at the library. Open to children 6-18 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required. Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March.
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Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.Photographs/Videography
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.Share books, rhymes, and music with your baby at the library. Open to children 6-18 months. Pre-registration with the Youth Services Department is required. Online registration is not enabled. Current session runs January-March.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.Photographs/Videography
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.Books, music, and educational activities! Preschool Story Time takes place every Wednesday.
Disclaimer(s)
Photographs/Videography
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.Join us after storytime to wiggle and play in our storytime area.
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Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Please inform us of special needs two weeks prior to the program.Come to the Hancock Library for a lively morning of stories, music, dancing, movement and FUN!
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Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Please inform us of special needs two weeks prior to the program.Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.Photographs/Videography
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.Elgin Station Headstart: Children, families, and staff are welcome.
Each month, pick up:
*Your sample of the spice
*History and info about the spice
*Recipes including the spice
January -Sumac Berries
February-Galangal
March-Sassafras
Everyone is welcome!
Come join us for a fun Storytime with rhymes, songs, and a craft.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Please inform us of special needs two weeks prior to the program.Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.Join us to learn about great scientists, their lives and achievements. Each session will include hands on activities. For the month of January we will be learning about Albert Einstein. For ages 6 - 12.
January is National Tea month! We made scones last week, and this Monday we will taste different teas, eat some tea sandwiches and treats, and pick a book to check out based on the “taste” of the plot revealed on the cover.
Join this lively and fun book discussion. Each month participants will discuss a book chosen by members of the group.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Please inform us of special needs two weeks prior to the program.Photographs/Videography
Programs, events and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.Harold and the Purple Crayon rated PG. We will be handing out purple crayons. Draw and have some popcorn while watching the movie!
Come to our new film discussion program! We'll be discussing a different film each month, how they got made, and what makes them historically or culturally significant. Let's talk films!