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Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

new yoga 4

Stories & Stretches - Family Yoga Storytime

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Children are introduced to books, songs, simple poses and mindfulness activities in this new monthly program designed for preschoolers and their grown-ups. Discover how movement ca...

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Encouraged
Event Details:

Children are introduced to books, songs, simple poses and mindfulness activities in this new monthly program designed for preschoolers and their grown-ups.

group of kids with books

Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

group of kids with books

Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, May 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

group of kids with books

Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Trixie the dog

Books & BowWows

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Book Group, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Children learning to read share a few pages or show illustrations from a favorite book to Trixie the Labrador Retriever, a Pet Partners certified therapy dog accompanied by her own...

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Group, Storytime
Encouraged
Event Details:

Children learning to read share a few pages or show illustrations from a favorite book to Trixie the Labrador Retriever, a Pet Partners certified therapy dog accompanied by her owner. Walk-ins welcome.

group of kids with books

Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Flor and guitar

¡FIESTA!

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Bilingual Spanish, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
FIESTA:

Flor Bromley presents stories, music, movement, and puppetry, in both English and Spanish. An entertaining and popular program to engage young families. 

Event Details:

Flor Bromley is a recording artist, bilingual singer/songwriter, actress, storyteller and puppeteer. She has a degree in Acting, Musical Theatre Performance and a BA in Theatr...

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Bilingual Spanish, Storytime
Encouraged

FIESTA

Flor Bromley presents stories, music, movement, and puppetry, in both English and Spanish. An entertaining and popular program to engage young families.



Event Details:

Flor Bromley is a recording artist, bilingual singer/songwriter, actress, storyteller and puppeteer. She has a degree in Acting, Musical Theatre Performance and a BA in Theatre Education. She is originally from Peru.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

new yoga 4

Stories & Stretches - Family Yoga Storytime

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Children are introduced to books, songs, simple poses and mindfulness activities in this new monthly program designed for preschoolers and their grown-ups. Discover how movement ca...

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Encouraged
Event Details:

Children are introduced to books, songs, simple poses and mindfulness activities in this new monthly program designed for preschoolers and their grown-ups.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

group of kids with books

Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

group of kids with books

Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

group of kids with books

Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

group of kids with books

Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Colorful storytime logo

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Laptime for Pipsqueaks:

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorfu...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

group of kids with books

Little Folks & Friends

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Hills Free Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Little Folks & Friends:

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddl...

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Encouraged
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Encouraged

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.