Escondido Public Library - Kids Events - family friendly storytimes, crafts, reading, and more

PJ Storytime

When: Tuesday, October 16, 2018 - 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Wear your P.J.s and bring your favorite stuffed animal to this evening storytime.

When: Wednesday, October 17, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Babies from birth to walking and their parents/caregivers enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes. Seating is limited to 15 babies. Come early for a spot!

Toddler Tales

When: Thursday, October 18, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Toddlers and their parents/caregivers enjoy interactive stories and action songs. Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Baby Storytime at SDCDM

When: Monday, October 22, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Other Locations

Join the Escondido Public Library Youth Staff at the SDCDM for a Baby Storytime! Start their love of reading early.

The Museum is located at: 320 North Broadway Escondido, California 92025

This event is free with Museum admission

Questions? Contact Education@sdcdm.org or call (760) 233-7755.

Rhymes & Reading Storytime

When: Monday, October 22, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Stories and activities to help preschoolers prepare for kindergarten.

-Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Knights Realm Chess Club for Kids

When: Monday, October 22, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Learn to play or challenge your friends. All levels welcome. Ages 6-12 years.

Baby Lapsit

When: Wednesday, October 24, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Babies from birth to walking and their parents/caregivers enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes. Seating is limited to 15 babies. Come early for a spot!

Paws for Reading

When: Wednesday, October 24, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Read aloud to certified Love on a Leash pet therapy dogs for fun or to help improve reading skills.

Children must know how to read. Pre-registration is required: library.escondido.org/register

Toddler Tales- Read for the Record Special Storytime.

When: Thursday, October 25, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

This Toddler Tales is a special program as we participate in the 13th annual Read for the Record! This year’s book is Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy and Theresa Howell and illustrated by Rafael López
Join Mrs. Garcia as she conducts today's storytime around this beautiful book.

A Not-So-Spooky Halloween Storytime

When: Thursday, October 25, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

A fun, family-oriented celebration including gentle, monster-themed stories, songs, and crafts.

Registration is not required, but early arrival is recommended. Craft supplies are limited to 100 children. One craft per child.

Sponsored by Friends of the Escondido Public Library.

Rhymes & Reading Storytime

When: Monday, October 29, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Stories and activities to help preschoolers prepare for kindergarten.

-Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Knights Realm Chess Club for Kids

When: Monday, October 29, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Learn to play or challenge your friends. All levels welcome. Ages 6-12 years.

Baby Lapsit

When: Wednesday, October 31, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Babies from birth to walking and their parents/caregivers enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes. Seating is limited to 15 babies. Come early for a spot!

Toddler Tales

When: Thursday, November 01, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Toddlers and their parents/caregivers enjoy interactive stories and action songs. Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Dia de los Muertos

When: Thursday, November 01, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Honoring memories of loved ones who have passed away. Children, parents, and caregivers will participate in:
• Día de los Muertos stories and music
• Decorating a traditional sugar skull to take home
• Creating a community exhibit with offerings to honor a loved one.

Participants may bring in a photo, memento, or favorite food

Registration is not required, but early arrival is recommended. Supplies may be limited.

Rhymes & Reading Storytime

When: Monday, November 05, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Stories and activities to help preschoolers prepare for kindergarten.

-Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Knights Realm Chess Club for Kids

When: Monday, November 05, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Learn to play or challenge your friends. All levels welcome. Ages 6-12 years.

Baby Lapsit

When: Wednesday, November 07, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Babies from birth to walking and their parents/caregivers enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes. Seating is limited to 15 babies. Come early for a spot!

Toddler Tales

When: Thursday, November 08, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Toddlers and their parents/caregivers enjoy interactive stories and action songs. Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Read to a Dragon

When: Thursday, November 08, 2018 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Childrens Room

Read aloud to bearded dragons for fun or to help improve reading skills.
Children must know how to read. Pre-registration is required: library.escondido.org/register

Kumeyaay/Diegueño: San Diego’s Original People

When: Thursday, November 08, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

The Kumeyaay/Diegueño have been in San Diego for over 10,000 years! Mallory Genauer, Education Coordinator from Barona Cultural Center and Museum will discuss their culture, history, and more. After the discussion design your own pinch pot!

R.E.A.D. Book Club

When: Friday, November 09, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

The Read, Eat, and Discuss (R.E.A.D.) Book Club will explore "Front Desk" by Kelly Yang. Circulating copies of the book will be available for checkout and can be obtained at the Youth Services desk, while supplies last. To reserve a copy, visit the Library’s catalog at library.escondido.org. Registration is not required, but please arrive early as space and supplies may be limited.

Baby Storytime at SDCDM

When: Monday, November 12, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Other Locations

Join the Escondido Public Library Youth Staff at the SDCDM for a Baby Storytime! Start their love of reading early.

The Museum is located at: 320 North Broadway Escondido, California 92025

This event is free with Museum admission

Questions? Contact Education@sdcdm.org or call (760) 233-7755.

Rhymes & Reading Storytime

When: Monday, November 12, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Stories and activities to help preschoolers prepare for kindergarten.

-Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Knights Realm Chess Club for Kids

When: Monday, November 12, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Learn to play or challenge your friends. All levels welcome. Ages 6-12 years.

Baby Lapsit

When: Wednesday, November 14, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Babies from birth to walking and their parents/caregivers enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes. Seating is limited to 15 babies. Come early for a spot!

Paws for Reading

When: Wednesday, November 14, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Read aloud to certified Love on a Leash pet therapy dogs for fun or to help improve reading skills.

Children must know how to read. Pre-registration is required: library.escondido.org/register

Toddler Tales

When: Thursday, November 15, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Toddlers and their parents/caregivers enjoy interactive stories and action songs. Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Rhymes & Reading Storytime

When: Monday, November 19, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Stories and activities to help preschoolers prepare for kindergarten.

-Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Knights Realm Chess Club for Kids

When: Monday, November 19, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Learn to play or challenge your friends. All levels welcome. Ages 6-12 years.

PJ Storytime

When: Tuesday, November 20, 2018 - 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Wear your P.J.s and bring your favorite stuffed animal to this evening storytime.

Baby Lapsit

When: Wednesday, November 21, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Babies from birth to walking and their parents/caregivers enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes. Seating is limited to 15 babies. Come early for a spot!

Baby Storytime at SDCDM

When: Monday, November 26, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Other Locations

Join the Escondido Public Library Youth Staff at the SDCDM for a Baby Storytime! Start their love of reading early.

The Museum is located at: 320 North Broadway Escondido, California 92025

This event is free with Museum admission

Questions? Contact Education@sdcdm.org or call (760) 233-7755.

Rhymes & Reading Storytime

When: Monday, November 26, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Stories and activities to help preschoolers prepare for kindergarten.

-Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Knights Realm Chess Club for Kids

When: Monday, November 26, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Learn to play or challenge your friends. All levels welcome. Ages 6-12 years.

Baby Lapsit

When: Wednesday, November 28, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Babies from birth to walking and their parents/caregivers enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes. Seating is limited to 15 babies. Come early for a spot!

Paws for Reading

When: Wednesday, November 28, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Read aloud to certified Love on a Leash pet therapy dogs for fun or to help improve reading skills.

Children must know how to read. Pre-registration is required: library.escondido.org/register

Toddler Tales

When: Thursday, November 29, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Toddlers and their parents/caregivers enjoy interactive stories and action songs. Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Rhymes & Reading Storytime

When: Monday, December 03, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Childrens Room

Stories and activities to help preschoolers prepare for kindergarten.

-Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Knights Realm Chess Club for Kids

When: Monday, December 03, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Childrens Room

Learn to play or challenge your friends. All levels welcome. Ages 6-12 years.

Baby Lapsit

When: Wednesday, December 05, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Babies from birth to walking and their parents/caregivers enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes. Seating is limited to 15 babies. Come early for a spot!

Toddler Tales

When: Thursday, December 06, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Toddlers and their parents/caregivers enjoy interactive stories and action songs. Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Holiday Tree Trimming Party

When: Thursday, December 06, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Children and their families are invited to create an ornament to hang on our tree and one to take home, and visit with Santa. Plan to arrive early as supplies may be limited.

Baby Storytime at SDCDM

When: Monday, December 10, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Other Locations

Join the Escondido Public Library Youth Staff at the SDCDM for a Baby Storytime! Start their love of reading early.

The Museum is located at: 320 North Broadway Escondido, California 92025

This event is free with Museum admission

Questions? Contact Education@sdcdm.org or call (760) 233-7755.

Rhymes & Reading Storytime

When: Monday, December 10, 2018 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Stories and activities to help preschoolers prepare for kindergarten.

-Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Knights Realm Chess Club for Kids

When: Monday, December 10, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Learn to play or challenge your friends. All levels welcome. Ages 6-12 years.

Baby Lapsit

When: Wednesday, December 12, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Babies from birth to walking and their parents/caregivers enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes. Seating is limited to 15 babies. Come early for a spot!

Paws for Reading

When: Wednesday, December 12, 2018 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Read aloud to certified Love on a Leash pet therapy dogs for fun or to help improve reading skills.

Children must know how to read. Pre-registration is required: library.escondido.org/register

Toddler Tales

When: Thursday, December 13, 2018 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Turrentine Room

Toddlers and their parents/caregivers enjoy interactive stories and action songs. Seating is limited to 30 children. Come early for a spot!

Read to a Dragon

When: Thursday, December 13, 2018 - 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Turrentine Room

Read aloud to bearded dragons for fun or to help improve reading skills.
Children must know how to read. Pre-registration is required: library.escondido.org/register

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