﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS generated by Addison Public Library at Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:57:59 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:feedburner="http://rssnamespace.org/feedburner/ext/1.0"><channel><title>APL Children's Events Events</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/calendar.aspx</link><copyright /><generator>Addison Public Library</generator><item><title>Begin with Books Wednesday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1812&amp;F_Day=April%2f17%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Registration begins March 30. This four week session begins April 10. Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[   In this parent and child story time, the emphasis is on helping babies and toddlers develop early literacy skills through the use of stories, rhymes, and music. Participation and time to play with our special story time toys are also included.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Registration begins March 30.  
This four week session April 10.  
Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver.&nbsp; 
    Please fill out separate registrations for each child and caregiver     .     ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Preschool Story Time Wednesday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1815&amp;F_Day=April%2f17%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Story time for 3-5 year olds. Registration begins March 30.
This four week session begins April 10.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Preschool children have fun and develop early reading readiness in this story time that includes books, rhymes, music, and games. To accommodate families with children of different ages, this story time is held simultaneously with Begin with Books.   &nbsp; 
   Must have an Addison Library Card.  
Children must be at least three years of age by the start of class.  
Registration begins March 30. 
This four week session begins April 10.   ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Young Monets April 17</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1818&amp;F_Day=April%2f17%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Stories of artists followed by art games and activities. Students in first through fifth grades. Free registration begins April 6. Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[    Sculpture&nbsp;-&nbsp;   Following stories focusing on art and artists, children will create their own art. The afternoon also includes art themed games and activities. &nbsp;&nbsp; 
    Free registration begins April 6.  
Each child&nbsp;(first through fifth grade)&nbsp;must have an Addison Library Card to register.  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Begin with Books Thursday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1813&amp;F_Day=April%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Registration begins March 30. This four week session begins April 11. Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[   In this parent and child story time, the emphasis is on helping babies and toddlers develop early literacy skills through the use of stories, rhymes, and music. Participation and time to play with our special story time toys are also included.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Registration begins March 30.  
This four week session begins April 11.  
Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver.&nbsp; 
    Please fill out separate registrations for each child and caregiver     .     ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Preschool Story Time Thursday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1816&amp;F_Day=April%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Story time for 3-5 year olds. 
Registration begins March 30.
This four week session begins April 11.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Preschool children have fun and develop early reading readiness in this story time that includes books, rhymes, music, and games. To accommodate families with children of different ages, this story time is held simultaneously with Begin with Books.        
Must have an Addison Library Card.  
Children must be at least three years of age by the start of class.  
Registration begins March 30. 
This four week session begins April 11.    ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ready Readers April 18</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1820&amp;F_Day=April%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Stories, games, and crafts based on a book. For children in first and second grades. Registration begins April 6. Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  
   
   
    
  
     
   Poppleton in Spring&nbsp;   
   by&nbsp;Cynthia Rylant      
  Poppleton does some spring cleaning, tries to buy a bicycle, and stays up all night in a tent in his backyard.  
  
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   Registration is free and&nbsp;begins April 6.  
Children in first and second grades. 
Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register.   
 
Children will learn to enjoy reading and improve their reading skills in &ldquo;Ready Readers.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp; Each session includes stories, games, and crafts based on the book for that session.&nbsp;The librarian will read the book aloud while the beginning readers follow the text in a copy of the book. They will receive a copy of the book to keep for further practice reading at home. 
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 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Club LEGO</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1824&amp;F_Day=April%2f20%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Come to the Library and build with LEGOs. No registraion needed for children accompanied by an adult, but you must have an Addison Library Card. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Come to the Library to build with LEGOs. Please do not bring your own LEGOs. We will have lots to build with at the Library, and they will reain in the Library.  
 
All children must be accompanied by an adult. 
No registration required, but you  must have an Addison Library card. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Begin with Books Tuesday</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1811&amp;F_Day=April%2f23%2f2013&amp;F_Month=April&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Registration begins March 30. This four week session begins April 9. Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[   In this parent and child story time, the emphasis is on helping babies and toddlers develop early literacy skills through the use of stories, rhymes, and music. Participation and time to play with our special story time toys are also included.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Registration begins March 30.  
This four week session begins April 9.Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver.&nbsp; 
    Please fill out separate registrations for each child and caregiver     .     ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Make and Take Preschool Crafts</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1822&amp;F_Day=May%2f01%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Drop in craft for preschool children with an adult. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Ages 5 and under, with an adult.  
  Stop at the Ask Here Desk for a pass to enter the craft room follwoing story time. Most crafts can be completed in 10-20 minutes.&nbsp;Children must be supervised at all times in the craft room.   ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Make and Take Preschool Crafts</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1823&amp;F_Day=May%2f02%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Drop in craft for preschool children with an adult. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Ages 5 and under, with an adult.  
  Stop at the Ask Here Desk for a pass to enter the craft room follwoing story time. Most crafts can be completed in 10-20 minutes.&nbsp;Children must be supervised at all times in the craft room.   ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Drop-in Mother's Day Craft for Children</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1897&amp;F_Day=May%2f11%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Bring your child to the Library to make something special for Mother's Day.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Uh-oh! Mother&rsquo;s Day is tomorrow. Don&rsquo;t worry if you forgot&hellip; Come to the library to make something special just in time for Mom&rsquo;s special day. Space is limited. 
 
   Passes will be distributed 15 minutes before program begins.     
   Children&nbsp;with an adult.     
 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Fly Away, Butterflies</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1878&amp;F_Day=May%2f18%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Celebrate spring with butterfly stories, games and crafts. All ages with an adult. Free registration begins May 8. Must have an Addison Library Card.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Spring is here! Flowers are blooming, ladybugs are maturing and caterpillars are turning into butterflies.&nbsp;We&rsquo;ve enjoyed watching our caterpillars grow and change to butterflies and the ladybugs grow up. Join us today as we release them outside. Before we let them go, we will enjoy insect stories, games, and crafts to celebrate the occasion. 
All ages with an adult. Free registration begins May 8. Must have an Addison Library Card. 
  
 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Drop-In Magna-Tiles Play Session</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1896&amp;F_Day=May%2f25%2f2013&amp;F_Month=May&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Children ages 3 and up (with an adult) are invited to come play with magna-tiles at this drop-in event.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Magna-Tiles are 3-D magnetic building tiles that allow you to create anything you can imagine! Come to our Magna-Tiles Play Session with Annie from Valtech. We will get creative while we build and learn with Magna-Tiles! They are designed for&nbsp;children&nbsp;ages three and up, and parents are welcome. The event will include time for free play and also guided instruction focused on basic math concepts. Come play and learn with Magna-Tiles! Space is very limited. 
 
  Passes will be distributed 15 minutes before program begins.  
  Ages 3 and up, with an adult. 
Addison Library Card may be required.  
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  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Drop-in Fun with Play-Doh</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1898&amp;F_Day=June%2f03%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Crafty fun for children with Play-Doh.
No registration required; space is limited.
Children of all ages with an adult.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Every day is a great day for Play-Doh! Drop into the library have some fun with this fun toy that is over 50 years old. We will have lots of dough and tools to shape and mold it; we just need some creative kids to come in and have some fun.     
 
  No registration required; space is limited.  
  Children of all ages with&nbsp;an adult.  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Journey Through the Jungle</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1879&amp;F_Day=June%2f05%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Stories crafts and games for preschoolers with an adult. Registration begins May 25. Free with an Addison Library Card.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Travel with us on an imaginary journey to the jungle to see some spectacular wild animals. Listen to stories, make a craft, and play some fun games with us! All ages are welcome, but this program will be geared toward children between the ages of three and six. Registration begins May 25.     Please fill out a seperate registrations for all adults and children attending.    ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ready Readers June 6</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1890&amp;F_Day=June%2f06%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Stories, games, and crafts based on a book. For children entering first and second grades in the fall of 2013. Registration begins May 25. Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  
   
   
    
  
     
   Hi! Fly Guy   
   by&nbsp;Tedd Arnold      &nbsp; 
 When Buzz captures a fly to enter in The Amazing Pet Show, his parents and the judges tell him that a fly cannot be a pet, but Fly Guy proves them wrong. 
 
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   Registration is free and&nbsp;begins May 25.  
Children&nbsp;entering first and second grades. 
Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register.   
 
Children will learn to enjoy reading and improve their reading skills in &ldquo;Ready Readers.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp; Each session includes stories, games, and crafts based on the book for that session.&nbsp;The librarian will read the book aloud while the beginning readers follow the text in a copy of the book. They will receive a copy of the book to keep for further practice reading at home. 
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 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Club LEGO</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1900&amp;F_Day=June%2f10%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Come to the Library and build with LEGOs. No registraion needed for children accompanied by an adult, but you must have an Addison Library Card. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Come to the Library to build with LEGOs. Please do not bring your own LEGOs. We will have lots to build with at the Library, and they will reain in the Library.  
 
All children must be accompanied by an adult. 
No registration required, but you  must have an Addison Library card. ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>AFRICAN DRUMMING AND DANCING WORKSHOP</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1884&amp;F_Day=June%2f11%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Students entering grades 2-5 will learn African drumming and dance with the Kidworks Touring Theatre Company.
Must have an Addison Library Card. 
Registration begins June 1. Space is limited.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ 
  Come travel to the continent of Africa&hellip; learn to speak Swahili, dress in a bou-   bou, play games from the Congo, do the Ku-Ku dance, compete in the Limbo, beat the Djembe Drum, and act out an African Wedding Ceremony. This program is loaded with audience participation and is fun for all. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.   
Students entering 2nd through 5th grades in the fall of 2013.  
Must have an Addison Library Card.
 Registration begins June 1. 
 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MAGIC OF “THE SPELLBINDER”</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1881&amp;F_Day=June%2f12%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Magical fun for the entire family. All ages with an adult. Free tickets are available to Addison Card holders beginning June 1.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  This fabulous production will include live doves, silks that come to life, audience participation, and lots of magical surprises for the entire family. 
 
All ages with an adult. Free tickets are available to Addison Card holders beginning June 1.  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Book-a-Mania: June 13</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1893&amp;F_Day=June%2f13%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Students entering grades 3-5 share a book and related activities. Registration begins June 1. Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register. 
</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ 
        The Great African Safari&nbsp;Discovery          &nbsp;  by Josh Greenhut 
    
  
 
  
 Join us as we begin reading this title from the &quot;Flat Stanley&rsquo;s Worldwide Adventures&quot; series. Make an African mask, play a fun game, and take a copy of the book home to finish reading, too! 
  
 
  
  Must have an Addison Library Card to register.  
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  Free registration begins June 1. Students&nbsp;entering 3-5 grades in the fall of 2013   
 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Drop-in Father's Day Craft for Children</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1902&amp;F_Day=June%2f14%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Bring your child to the Library to make something special for Father's Day.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ 
  It&rsquo;s the time of year to show your dad just how special he is. Make a beautiful gift for him, just in time for Father&rsquo;s Day. Space is limited.  
 
   Passes will be distributed 15 minutes before program begins.     
   Children&nbsp;with an adult.     
 ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Drop-in Craft for Children - Fabric Art</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1903&amp;F_Day=June%2f17%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Stop by for some crafting fun with the kids. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Color your own backpack to carry all of your summer reading books. Or, if you would prefer, color your own water bottle holder to carry your favorite drink on these hot summer days! 
 
   Passes will be distributed 15 minutes before program starts.     
   Children of all&nbsp;ages with&nbsp;an adult.     
  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Preschool Story Time Wednesday Summer*</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1870&amp;F_Day=June%2f19%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Story time for 3-5 year olds. Registration begins June 8. This four week session meets June 19 &amp; 26 and July 10 &amp; 17.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Preschool children have fun and develop early reading readiness in this story time that includes books, rhymes, music, and games. To accommodate families with children of different ages, this story time is held simultaneously with Begin with Books.   &nbsp;     
Must have an Addison Library Card.  
Children must be at least three years of age by the start of class.  
Registration begins June 8. This four week meets June 19 &amp; 26 and July 10 &amp; 17.   ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Begin with Books Wednesday Summer*</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1874&amp;F_Day=June%2f19%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver. Registration begins June 8. This four week session meets June 19 &amp; 26 and July 10 &amp; 17.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[   In this parent and child story time, the emphasis is on helping babies and toddlers develop early literacy skills through the use of stories, rhymes, and music. Participation and time to play with our special story time toys are also included.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Registration begins June 8.  
This four week session meets June 19 &amp; 26 and July 10 &amp; 17.  
Story time for children from birth to 35 months with a caregiver.&nbsp; 
Must have an Addison Lirary Card. 
    Please fill out separate registrations for each child and caregiver     .     ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Young Monets June 19</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1886&amp;F_Day=June%2f19%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Stories of artists followed by art games and activities. Students entering first through fifth grades. Free registration begins June 8. Each child must have an Addison Library Card to register.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[    Art From Around the World&nbsp;-&nbsp;   Following stories focusing on art and artists, children will create their own art. The afternoon also includes art themed games and activities. &nbsp;&nbsp; 
    Free registration begins June 8.  
Each child&nbsp;(entering first through fifth grade)&nbsp;must have an Addison Library Card to register.  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Drop-in Craft for Children</title><link>http://www.addisonlibrary.org/event/event.aspx?EventId=1939&amp;F_Day=June%2f24%2f2013&amp;F_Month=June&amp;F_Year=2013</link><description>Stop by for some crafting fun with the kids. </description><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Potpourri - a surprising mixture of all your favorite crafts. 
 
   Passes will be distributed 15 minutes before program starts.     
   Children of all&nbsp;ages with&nbsp;an adult.     
  ]]></content:encoded><dc:creator> </dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>