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Fun for the whole family Dawson County Libray is bringing back their popular PEEP Diorama Contest. Dioramas must include a character portrayed by a peep and boxes must be shoebox-sized. The library will be accepting entries Mar. 20 – Apr. 1. Two winners will be given $25 gift cards in the categories of ‘PEEPles Choice’ and ‘Best in PEEPs’. Winners will be announced April 10 after a week of public voting.
1st Grade & Up
Reading to dogs helps children build self confidence in a comfortable, accepting environment. This is an opportunity for your child to practice his or her reading skills for fifteen minutes, working one-on-one with a therapy dog and his or her trainer.
Register online at
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090545A8AE2EA57-reading2
Library Program–Yoga to Thrive
It’s never too early to chew on a good book! This program is designed for babies (along with parent) from birth to 23 months. We’ll be creating building blocks of early literacy through songs, action rhymes, books, and playtime. These are wonderful times for your babies to hear lots of language, and a great opportunity for you to meet new parents! (Structured activity for 15 minutes with playtime after). Book Babies Lapsit will be held Tuesdays at 11 am. (March 21st, 28th & April 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th).
Building Blocks Storytime will be held on Wednesday mornings at 11 a.m. The programs last 45 minutes to an hour and may include songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to the stories. Building Blocks Storytime is designed for children ages 4 to 5. No registration is required, but groups larger than five are requested to call at least two days in advance. Join us for Building Blocks Storytime Wednesday mornings at 11:00 a.m. (March 22nd, 29th & April 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th).
Join us for adult coloring club every Wednesday from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. All supplies are provided for this FREE program. Stay the whole time, or drop in as you like. Join us for this time of conversation, creativity, and de-stressing!
Movers and Shakers Storytime will be held on Wednesday afternoons at 2 pm. The programs last 45 minutes and may include songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to the stories. Movers and Shakers Storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 3. No registration is required, but groups larger than five are requested to call at least two days in advance. Join us for Movers and Shakers Storytime Wednesday afternoons at 2:00 pm. (March 22nd, 29th & April 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th).
Join us in the Dawson County Library Meeting Room from 3:30 – 5:00 pm to explore the wonders of science through fun-filled activities that will spark your child’s scientific curiosity. This Spring we’ll be learning about the properties of water, dabble in a little chemistry, explore force and motion, take small appliances apart to see how they work, and experiment with magnetism and electricity.
This DROP-IN event is designed for ages 5 -10 and their parents. Allow 45 minutes to complete the projects available each week. No registration required.
Silhouette Cutting
Description:Gather to work on your current project and have a fun time with fellow needlework fanatics! Whether you like crochet, knitting, cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, or anything in between, this group is open to all! Beginners welcome! (However there is no instructor.) This club is for ages 18 and up, completely free and open to the public.