Children must
register in advance for the program appropriate to their age group.
No drop-ins
or guests can be accommodated. Enrollment is limited.
Proof
of Residency in the Long Beach School District and Proof of Birthdate
is required
each time you register your child for any of the programs listed below.
All
registrations are in person for the first four days, telephone registration will
be
accepted on the fifth day provided your child is on our "BIRTHDAY
LIST".
Registration
for MayPrograms
begins on Monday,
May, 12th @ 5:30 p.m.
For
Long Beach Residents Only...
Registration for out of district residents begins
on May 16th
Click on the
name of the program that fits your child's birthdate
for a program description
and current registration status
Born
to Read Program
"Born to Read" is a free
giveaway program cosponsored by the Youth Services Department of the Long Beach
Public Library and the Nassau Library System. Children born to residents of the
Long Beach School District will receive a canvas tote-bag bearing our bright red
"Born to Read" logo. Inside the bag children will discover a plush animal-shaped
rattle and a board book with text in English and Spanish. Parents will find a
variety of pamphlets which serve as an introduction to the Library (especially
the Youth Department!) and encourage the development of family literacy for the
young child. Parents may pick up a "Born to Read Coupon" at any library
branch. To redeem, bring the coupon, your proof of residency; and a copy of your
child's birth certificate to the main library's Youth Services Department. Tote-bags
available while supplies last.
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Wiggles
and Giggles Tummy Time Program
(1 month to
5months w/ caregiver)
Use
rattles, board
books, soft stuffed "Elmo's", feathers and face to face on the tummy
play with your baby to enourage babies development with the support of other parents
of babies who don't want to force their baby on his/her tummy despite recommendations
from doctors that babies spend part of every day on their tummy to help develop
strong neck and trunk muscles.
This
five session class will take place on ...
Thursdays, May 22, 29, June 5, 12,
and 19 from 1:30-2:15 or 7-7:30pm
Fridays, May 23, 30, June 6, 13, and 20 at
11:30-12:15pm
Mother
Goose Rhyme Time Lapsit Program
(5 to
17 months - w/caregivers)
Using songs, fingerplays
and Mother Goose rhymes, this program is a great opportunity for parents to bond
with baby. Through the repetition of songs and rhymes, children are started on
the road to reading readiness in a fun and loving way. Program runs for five consecutive
weeks.
Choose
one class
This
five session class will take place on ...
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30th
at 9:30 or 10:15 or 11:00 or 11:45 a.m.
or 12:30 or 1:15pm
or
Wednesdays, May 21, 28, June 4, 18, and 25th at 7pm
Parent
/Child Workshop
(1 year to 3 years -
w/caregivers)
Designed for both the parent and the child, this
workshop introduces parents to the library and affords them the opportunity to
network with other parents and gives them access to early childhood organizations
and professionals in a friendly environment. Children are introduced to a wide
variety of educational toys and have the opportunity to spend one-on-one time
with their parent. Children may only take this class one time. Program runs for
five weeks.
This
six session class will take place on ...
Wednesdays, May 21, 28, June, 4, 11,
18 and 25th at 9:45-11 a.m.
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Library
Play Land
(1year to 3 1/2 years-w/caregiver)
In
response to parents request for an expaned Parent/Child Workshop we've created
Library Play Land for children that have already completed the workshop. Using
the same toys and environment that the child previously enjoyed and with an expanded
circle time everyone really enjoys this relaxing play time.
This
six session class will take place on ...
Wednesdays, May 21, 28, June 4, 11,
18 and 25th at 11:30-12:15pm
Babywise
Storytime
(1 year 7months - 2 years 5 months
w/caregiver))
This program
introduces young children and parents to storytime through the use of fingerplays,
songs, stories and a simple craft. Parents (or caregivers) are encouraged to actively
participate and interact
so that the children learn and have fun. Program
runs for five weeks.
This
five session class will take place on ...
Thursdays, May 22, 29, June 5, 12
and 19th
Choose a time: 9:30 or 10:30 or 11:30 a.m.
Toddler
Time Storytime
(2 years 6 months - 3 years
5 months w/caregiver)
A step
up from Babywise, this structured program is filled with activities that develop
children's coordination, motor and listening skills. Children also perform movement
activities and a craft which teaches important concepts. A parent or caregiver
must attend with child. Program runs for five weeks
This
five session class will take place on ...
Fridays, May 23, 30, June 6, 13,
and 20th
Choose a time: 9:45 or 10:45 a.m.
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Musical
Moppets
(18 months to 4 years 11 mos.)
Children and caregivers will dance, sing, play musical instruments
and march in an exciting puppet-filled adventure.
There
will be no Musical Moppets in May
Sing
& Play Olé
( 3 and 4 year olds)
A one-session class in which children and parents alike will
enjoy an introduction to Spanish. Through the use of songs, stories, crafts and
movement a basic Spanish vocabulary is presented in a fun and creative way.
Sing
& Play Ole is not being offered at this time.
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Bilingual
Storytime
(3
years - 6 years)
Presented
in English and Spanish. This storytime is for those who are interested in exposing
their children to the Spanish language. It is also suitable for those children
learning English as a second language. Children will hear stories, sing songs
and view short videos in both languages. They will also do a simple craft.
Program runs for four weeks.
This
five session class will take place on ...
Saturdays, May 24, 31 and June 7,21,
and 28th @ 9:30 a.m.
Preschool
Storytime
(3
years-6 mos to 6years)
Each week children will enjoy stories, learn
new songs, poetry, and movement activities
all focused on a specific theme,
and centered around an early literacy development skill.
This
five session class will take place on the
dates listed below at that branch.
MAIN
BRANCH
Tuesdays:
May
20, 27, June 3, 10 and 17th
at 11:15 - 11:45 a.m. OR 1:00-1:30 pm
Wednesdays:
May 21, 28, June 4, 11, and 18th
at 4:30-5:00pm
Thursdays:
May 22, 29, June 5, 12, and 19th
at 4:15 - 4:45 p.m.
Fridays:
May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20th
at 10:30 -11:00 a.m.
POINT
LOOKOUT BRANCH
Mondays: June
2, 9, 16, 23, 30
from 4:15-4:45 p.m.
WEST
END BRANCH
Wednesdays: CLOSED
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
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Ready-Set-Read
(2
to 4 years old)
This
class will provide opportunities for social interactions for children with special
needs and the opportunity to network with other families from the community.
The program includes: Sign Language, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS),
and manipulatives enhanced storytime books and movement activities. The instructor
is Jennifer Franco, M.S., Special Ed.
This
program is not being offered at this time.
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Summer
Pajama Storytime
(3 to 6 years old)
Offered only
in the summer, this nighttime storytime is a sweet way to end a summer day. Dressed
in their PJ's and clutching blankets and teddybears, children will enjoy stories,
songs and poetry.
Program runs for six weeks.
This
program is not being offered at this time.
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Story
Crafters I
(For Grades K -2)
Children will join the librarian for
an hour of afterschool fun!
Focused on a specific theme, everyone will enjoy
stories, activities and craft!
Occurs monthly or bimonthly as schedule permits.
No
Program at this time
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Story Crafters II
(For
Grades 3 - 5)
Children
will join the librarian for an hour of afterschool fun!
Focused on a specific
theme, everyone will enjoy stories, activities and craft!
Occurs monthly or
bimonthly as schedule permits.
Our Next
Story Crafters II will be held on:
No
Program at this time
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111 W. Park Avenue 
