Children

Toy Theater Workshop
Friday, July 31 4:00—5:00 PM

Inspired by the 18th century British tradition of flat paper puppets, this workshop presented by Brad Shur of Paper Heart Puppets is a great way for students to quickly create exciting stories!

This workshop is for children ages 7 to 12 years. Space is limited.

Registration is required.
Dinosaurs! Workshop w/ MH Discovery Museum
Wednesday, August 5
6:00—6:45 PM

Step back in time to uncover the world of dinosaurs through fossils, hands-on activities, and interactive discoveries about life long ago.

This program is for children entering 1st through 3rd grades. Space is limited.

Registration is required.
Interactive Family Movie - "Jurassic World"
Friday, August 7 6:00—8:30 PM

Don't just watch the movie, be a part of it! Join in the thrills and adventures of the Jurassic World dinosaur theme park in this audience-participation event! In this sequel to the original Jurassic trilogy, a new theme park, built on the original site of Jurassic Park, creates a genetically modified hybrid dinosaur, the Indominus Rex, which escapes containment and goes on a rampage. We'll provide props, prompt sheets, and snacks!

This program is open to family and friends groups, ages 10 and up. As the film is rated PG-13, children under age 13 must have an adult with them.

Registration is required.
Flyer describing a Back to School Supply drive hosted in partnership with the United Way.
Paleontology and Fossils with Rich Harlin
Tuesday, August 11 6:00—7:00 PM

Prehistoric Lives: An Introduction to Paleontology is an engaging and accessible program designed to introduce participants to the science of studying ancient life on Earth. It provides a welcoming entry point into paleontology, the field dedicated to uncovering the history of organisms through fossils and geological evidence. Local Paleontology aficionado Rich Harlin will discuss how life has changed over millions of years, from the earliest simple organisms to the diverse plants and animals that once populated the planet, including dinosaurs, marine reptiles, and early mammals. Participants will learn how paleontologists interpret clues from fossilized bones, footprints, and microscopic remains preserved in layers of rock to reconstruct long lost environments.

Registration is required.
Flyer describing the Summer Reading Programs at Pleasant Valley Library.
Kraftys Kids is a make-and-take craft session for children that runs Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 7th through August 18th. For dates and times, please see our calendar.