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Library Programming By Age
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For more program updates, book recommendations, and a whole lot of library fun, follow the La Vista Public Library on Instagram. Feel free to tag us the next time you visit the library or come to an event! @lavistalibraryyouth
October Events
Virtual LEGO Club - Meet on Zoom - Monday, October 3 - 4 p.m.
It's time to get building! LEGO Club is meeting on Zoom to build together. During this program kids are challenged to complete build some pretty crazy things with their LEGO bricks from home. If you are interested in joining contact Ms. Jodi at JNorton@cityoflavista.org for the Zoom invite.
Touch A Truck - Meet in the Library's East Parking Lot - Tuesday, October 4 - 10 A.M.
Come to the library to check out some cool trucks! A big thank you to public works for bringing them by and reading to us!
STEAM Club - Meet at Southwind Park - Wednesday, October 5 - 4 p.m.
Get ready to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math with the library's STEAM club! For kids ages 8+.
Virtual Storytime - Meet on Zoom - Thursday, October 6 10 a.m.
Join Ms. Jodi for some stories online! If you want to tune in to this storytime contact Ms. Jodi for the Zoom link: JNorton@cityoflavista.org
Homeschool Program: Let's Play (Pickle)ball! - Meet at the La Vista Community Center - Thursday, October 6 - 2 p.m.
Homeschooling students and parents are invited to come to the library's new homeschooling programs! All ages are welcome. Join us at the community center as we learn to play a new game! other games will be provided for younger friends.
Family Movie: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - Meet at the Library - Friday, October 7 - 1:30 p.m.
A young wizard embarks on his first adventure at a magical school. Popcorn will be provided for this spellbinding movie. Bring a pillow or blanket if you'd like!
OCTOBER 10 - LIBRARY CLOSED FOR COLUMBUS DAY
Library Storytime - Meet at the Library - Tuesday, October 11 - 10 a.m.
It's time for storytime! Join Ms. Rachel for stories and songs at the library! She can't wait to see you! Recommended for kids ages 0-6.
Pre-School Play - Meet at the La Vista Community Center - Thursday, October 13 - 10 a.m.
Ms. Rachel is visiting the La Vista Community Center's Pre-School playtime! If you want to see her and the community center staff be sure to stop by! This program is for toddlers only.
All About OWLS - Meet at the Library - Wednesday, October 19 - 4 p.m.
A special feathery friend is visiting the library! The Papio Missouri River Natural Resources District will be bringing an owl to show and teaching us some cool facts!
Crafternoon - Meet at the Library - Thursday, October 13 - 4 p.m.
This Thursday we are going to be doing some crafting! Join us for the monthly art program geared towards kids!
Homeschool Program: Show and Tell - Meet at the Library - Tuesday, October 18 - 11 a.m.
Homeschooling students and parents are invited to come to the library's new homeschooling programs! All ages are welcome. Bring your favorite object to the library to tell us about it!
Creative Hands: Parachute Play! - Meet at the Library - Friday, October 21- 10 a.m.
Caregivers and children are welcome to join us for a variety of hands on activities! These programs are designed for kids ages 2-7.
Halloween Storybook Walk - Meet at Southwind Park - Monday, October 24 - 4:30-6 p.m.
Join us at Southwind Park for a Halloween storybook walk! Children can collect candy and trinkets at each book page. Costumes encouraged! Bring a flashlight to see better in the dark. Bags will be provided if you don't bring your own. *If the weather is poor we will move the book walk to the inside of the library.
Library Storytime - Meet at the Library - Tuesday, October 25 - 10 a.m.
It's time for storytime! Join Ms. Rachel for stories and songs at the library! She can't wait to see you! Recommended for kids ages 0-6.
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOR PROGRAM UPDATES AND MORE!
For more program updates, book recommendations, and a whole lot of library fun, follow the La Vista Public Library on Instagram. Feel free to tag us the next time you visit the library or come to an event! @lavistalibraryyouth
TWEEN EVENTS (8-12)
Are you a tween? Talk to a librarian about what activities you'd like to do at the library!
TEEN EVENTS (13-18) - some events allow 12 year old's
Teen Advisory Board and Game Club - Meet at the Library - Thursday, September 29 - 5-7 p.m.
TAB will be meeting at the same time as game club this month. TAB will have their meeting while we eat our snacks with game club to follow. New members are welcome to come or if you're there for game club you can just hang out until game night starts! Ages 12-18 ONLY
Teen Virtual Game Night - Discord - No Meeting in October
We do not have an online game we will be playing together this month. Contact Ms. Ashley if you want to join the teen Discord server. She can send you the invite to join via email. Ages 13-18 ONLY
TeenCafé - Meet at the Library - Monday, October 17 - 6-7 p.m.
Join us for hot chocolate, apple cider, and fresh baked sweets. TeenCafé meets once a month and is a casual hangout for teens. Whether you just want to chat, read, or do the monthly activity all teens are welcome to join us at the library. October's activity will be button making with the library's button maker. Ages 12-18 ONLY
Teen D&D - Meet at the Library - Saturday, October 8 - 1-3 p.m.
It's time for Dungeons and Dragons! The library's D&D club meets once a month to play together. If you are a new player interested in joining talk to Ms. Ashley to see if there is space available. We are a very casual group with a mix of new and experienced players, so this is a great group to join if you are wanting to learn how to play. Teens are also welcome to come watch if they would like to learn the rules. Snacks provided. Ages 12-18 ONLY
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOR PROGRAM UPDATES AND MORE!
For more program updates, book recommendations, and a whole lot of library fun, follow the La Vista Public Library on Instagram. Feel free to tag us the next time you visit the library or come to an event! @lavistalibraryyouth
September
Watercolor Workshops - Meet at the Library - Saturday, October 8 & 22 - 1 p.m. - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Sign up for a watercolor class taught by local artist Cathy Placzek. Max of 6 per class session.. For information on what is showing talk to Cedate Shultz CShultz@cityoflavista.org
Coffee Coloring and Crosswords - Meet at the Library - Saturday, October 1 - 10 a.m.
Join us on the first Saturday of the month for some relaxation. De-stress, color, have some coffee and visit with other adults from the area. No need to register just come when you are able!
Monday Book Club - Meet at the Library - Tuesday, October 11 - 7 p.m. *Date change due to holiday closing
Monday book club meets every second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. This month we will be discussing the Five: TheUntold Lives of the Women Killed by Jack the Ripper by Hallie Rubenhold. Contact Cedate Shultz for more information on how to get a copy of the book and join the meetings. CShultz@cityoflavista.org
History Book Club - Meet at the Library - Saturday, October 8 - 2 p.m.
Enjoy reading books based on history? Looking for a book club to join? Join History Book Club! We meet the second Saturday of the month. This month we will be discussing The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. Contact Cedate Shultz for more information on how to get a copy of the book and join the meetings. CShultz@cityoflavista.org
Wednesday Book Club - Meet at the Library - Wednesday, October 19 - 2 p.m.
Wednesday book club meets the third Wednesday of the month. This month will be discussing The President's Daughter by James Patterson and Bill Clinton. Contact Cedate Shultz for more information on how to get a copy of the book and join the meetings. CShultz@cityoflavista.org
Social Security Strategies - Meet at the Library- Tuesday, October 18 - 6 p.m.
Learn how to make the most of your Social Security decision and how to integrate it with your other retirement income sources. Registration preferred but not required.
Tax-Efficent Retirement - Meet at the Library - Thursday, October 20 - 6 p.m.
Learn to coordinate IRA withdrawals with savings and Social Security to make your retirement money last longer or leave more to the people or causes you care about. Registration preferred but not required.
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