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"Spring Into Reading" Reading Challenge

Sunday, April 07, 2024
Sparta Public Library
Put some spring in your step and get reading!

Log your reading to earn colorful badges during Spring Break. Your goal is to read 200 minutes between March 29th and April 7th (about 20 minutes per day). Everyone who reaches the goal of 200 minutes will be entered into the grand prize drawing!

This reading challenge will be taking place on Beanstack. Click here to register!

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Spring Library Scavenger Hunt

Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Sparta Public Library
Stop into the Youth Services' room anytime to complete our in house scavenger hunt. Look up, look down, look all around; you never know where the pictures will be found! When you finish the hunt, see the Youth Services' desk for a small prize. 
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Lap Sit Storytime for Babies

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join us in the lower level of the library for a Storytime dedicated to our youngest patrons and their caregivers. Meet other new parents/caregivers just like you! 

During Lap Sit Storytime, Mrs. C will lead the group in rhymes, songs, and a short story for you and your child to interact together.

This Storytime is designed to be one on one and developmentally appropriate for children 9 months up to 2. If your child is 2 or above, please join us at 11 am Thursday mornings for family Storytime. 
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Pop Up Holiday Storytime: Egg Hunt

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
Come and join Mrs. C reading holiday stories and making a egg basket craft. After, we will search the Library yard (weather permitting-  otherwise the Youth Services' room) to fill our basket with plastic eggs.  Registration is required. 

Please register each child age 2 and above separately.  Younger children are able to attend (no registration) and will be provided with a coloring page. 

A valid library card is required for this class. Please register each child individually. You may use the same card number for each child. 
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Spring Break Sensory Play!

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join Mrs. C for an interactive play session.  We will explore materials such as playdough, finger-paint, slime, water play, and many more. The session is intended for interaction between the child and their caregiver.  We may get messy, so dress appropriately.

A valid library card is required for this class. Please register each child individually. You may use the same card number for each child. 

It's Spring Break! Bring your siblings! For ages 2-8(this week only).
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Spring Break: Shrinky Dinks

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Sparta Public Library
Youth Services Room
Looking for something to do during break? Drop in to the Youth Services Room anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm to make a Shrinky Dink!

Parents/guardians must remain with their children at all times. Intended for children 3 and over. No Registration required.
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Spring Break: Legos

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
Youth Services Room
Looking for something to do during break? Drop in to the Youth Services Room anytime between 
11am and 1pm to use a bag of Legos. Come alone and make a friend or bring a friend!

Parents/guardians must remain with their children at all times. Intended for children 3 and over. No Registration required.
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My First Book Club - rescheduled

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Will be rescheduled
Join us for My First Book Club! Each week, we will read a chapter and do an activity together. In between meetings, your child (with or without assistance) will read a few chapters at home. Each child will receive their own copy of the book at the start of the first meeting.

This month, we will be reading Mercy Watson to the Rescue by Kate DiCamillo.

For children ages 5-8. Registering for the first date will register you for all March Book Club dates. Children will participate in book club independently, but parents must remain in the building.
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Spring Break: Giant Indoor Games

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
Youth Services Room
Looking for something to do during break? Drop in to the Youth Services Room anytime between 11am and 1pm to use our giant indoor games. Connect Four, Checkers, and more!

Parents/guardians must remain with their children at all times. Intended for children 3 and over. No Registration required.
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Spring Break Storytime

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Sparta Public Library
Large Meeting Room (lower level)
Join Mrs. C for in the preschool room for a special Spring Break Storytime for all ages! No registration is required
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Spring Break: Art Cart

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Sparta Public Library
Youth Services Room
Looking for something to do during break? Drop in to the Youth Services Room anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm to make a craft using our Art Cart! We provide all the supplies, you provide the creativity!

Parents/guardians must remain with their children at all times. Intended for children 3 and over. No Registration required.
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Spring Break Movie Matinee "Wonka"

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
Large Meeting Room (lower level)
Join us for a Spring Break Movie Matinee! We will be showing Wonka on the big screen . Rate PG. Runtime: 1 hour, 56 minutes. Please register everyone who will be watching the movie by using the group feature. Anyone 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult throughout the movie. All parents of children 12 and over must remain in the building. 

Armed with nothing but a hatful of dreams, young chocolatier Willy Wonka manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time.

Popcorn will be served!
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Ramadan Celebration: Why is my classmate fasting?

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join us and our kind volunteer, Gigi, as we explore Ramadan traditions and customs through stories and a craft. 

This program is intended for ages 5-12. Parents must remain in the building during the program, but are encouraged to join their child during the program. Please register each child individually.  Adults do not need to register. 
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Sensory Play on Monday!

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join Mrs. C for an interactive play session for ages 2-5.  Each week we will explore materials such as playdough, finger-paint, slime, water play, and many more. The session is intended for interaction between the child and their caregiver.  We may get messy, so dress appropriately.

Due to the popularity of this program, we are now offering two sessions of the same program; 10 am and 10:45 am. When registering, please select one session. Registration for both sessions will result in cancellation. If this session is full, please register for 10:45 am.

A valid library card is required for this class. Please register each child individually. You may use the same card number for each child. 
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Sensory Play on Monday!

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join Mrs. C for an interactive play session for ages 2-5.  Each week we will explore materials such as playdough, finger-paint, slime, water play, and many more. The session is intended for interaction between the child and their caregiver.  We may get messy, so dress appropriately.

Due to the popularity of this program, we are now offering two sessions of the same program; 10 am and 10:45 am. When registering, please select one session. Registration for both sessions will result in cancellation.

A valid library card is required for this class. Please register each child individually. You may use the same card number for each child. 
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Take Home Tuesday Kit: Handprint Ladybug

9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sparta Public Library
This week, we will be making a Handprint Ladybug.

For ages Preschool and up.

Note: All kits must be picked up by Sunday at 4 p.m. of the corresponding week. 
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My First Book Club

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Sparta Public Library
Back Meeting Room (lower level)
Join us for My First Book Club! Each week, we will read a chapter and do an activity together. In between meetings, your child (with or without assistance) will read a few chapters at home. Each child will receive their own copy of the book at the start of the first meeting.

This month we will be reading, The Miniature World of Marvin & James by Elise Broach. 

In this Masterpiece Adventure, the first in a companion series for younger readers from bestselling author Elise Broach, James is going on vacation for a week. His best friend, Marvin the beetle, has to stay at home. Without James to keep him company, Marvin has to play with his annoying cousin, Elaine. Marvin and Elaine quickly find themselves getting into all sorts of trouble―even getting trapped inside a pencil sharpener! Marvin misses James and starts to worry about their friendship. Will James still be Marvin's friend when he gets home or will James have found a new best friend?

For children ages 5-8. Registering for the first date will register you for all April Book Club dates. Children will participate in book club independently, but parents must remain in the building.
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Grade School Book Club Registration

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sparta Public Library
New program!

Click here to register now to attend the meeting on May 8th. Read the book at your own pace from now until the meeting. Make note of your favorite parts. We will discuss the book, read some passages, and do some activities relating to the book.

This month, we will be reading Dory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon. After you register for the program please request the book. We will be ordering more copies and will let you know when you can pick the book up.

Participants must be in grades 1-3 and able to read on their own. Children will participate in book club independently, but parents must remain in the building.
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Art in the A.M.

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Sparta Public Library
Back Meeting Room (lower level)
April showers bring May flowers!

Grab your little ones and get creative with Mrs. C. Parents must assist their child during the program. Program is for children age 2-5.  Registration is required. Please register each child individually so we can assure we have enough supplies.  
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Lap Sit Storytime for Babies

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join us in the lower level of the library for a Storytime dedicated to our youngest patrons and their caregivers. Meet other new parents/caregivers just like you! 

During Lap Sit Storytime, Mrs. C will lead the group in rhymes, songs, and a short story for you and your child to interact together.

This Storytime is designed to be one on one and developmentally appropriate for children 9 months until 3. If your child is 3 or above, please join us at 11 am Thursday mornings for family Storytime. 
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Family Storytime

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sparta Public Library
Youth Services Room
Join Mrs. C for stories each week. We will meet in the Youth Services' room.  This program is intended for ages 3 and above. Children under 3 are welcome to attend with their siblings.  No registration is required
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Simple Science for Kids

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join us for simple science experiments using everyday materials!

For children ages 5-8.

Please register every child who will be making an experiment so we can ensure that we have enough supplies. You do not need to register the adults. Parents/guardians must remain with AND help their children during the program.
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Snacktivity: Green Frogs

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join Miss Gina as she will be reading a story and together we will create a themed snack. Caregiver should stay to assist the child in the snack preparation. This week we will be making Green Frogs. Program is intended for children 3 and over. 

Registration is required. Please register each child individually.
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Art Cart

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sparta Public Library
Youth Services Room
Drop in to the Youth Services Room between 10am - 12pm to make a craft using our Art Cart!

Parents/guardians must remain with their children at all times. No Registration required.
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Sensory Play on Monday!

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sparta Public Library
StoryTime Room (lower level)
Join Mrs. C for an interactive play session for ages 2-5.  Each week we will explore materials such as playdough, finger-paint, slime, water play, and many more. The session is intended for interaction between the child and their caregiver.  We may get messy, so dress appropriately.

Due to the popularity of this program, we are now offering two sessions of the same program; 10 am and 10:45 am. When registering, please select one session. Registration for both sessions will result in cancellation. If this session is full, please register for 10:45 am.

A valid library card is required for this class. Please register each child individually. You may use the same card number for each child. 
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