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German Kids Play Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Education
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

Raising children to be bilingual can be difficult; without a group of bilingual peers, children may find the second language frustrating.

Storybook Crafts

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C for a story followed by a book inspired craft! For ages 2-5. Registration is required. Please register each child individually, using the child's name. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Lap Sit Storytime for Babies

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C for stories each week. We will meet in the Youth Services' room.  This program is intended for ages 3 and above.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Playdough Playtime

10:00am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
STEM
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Playdough Playtime for children AND an accompanying adult. Squish, shape, and roll with our HOMEMADE playdough. All supplies will be provided.  Recommended for ages 18 months-5. Drop in between 10AM-12PM.   No registration required.

Lap Sit Storytime for Babies

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C for stories each week. We will meet in the Youth Services' room.  This program is intended for ages 3 and above.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Bedtime Stories on Zoom with Mrs. C

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Storytime, Zoom Program
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Zoom Program
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Storytime, Zoom Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Join Mrs. C from the comfort of your home for live bedtime stories.  Recommended for ages 1-6, but all are welcome! Registration is required.  Zoom link will be emailed to you Thursday afternoon. 

Storybook Crafts

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C for a story followed by a book inspired craft! For ages 2-5. Registration is required. Please register each child individually, using the child's name. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Lap Sit Storytime for Babies

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C for stories each week. We will meet in the Youth Services' room.  This program is intended for ages 3 and above.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Art Cart

11:00am - 1:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in to the Youth Services Room between 11 am - 1 pm to make self guided crafts using our Art Cart! This program is intended for age 2 and above.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Storybook Crafts

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C for a story followed by a book inspired craft! For ages 2-5. Registration is required. Please register each child individually, using the child's name. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Playdough Playtime

10:00am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
STEM
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Playdough Playtime for children AND an accompanying adult. Squish, shape, and roll with our HOMEMADE playdough. All supplies will be provided.  Recommended for ages 18 months-5. Drop in between 10AM-12PM.   No registration required.

Lap Sit Storytime for Babies

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C for stories each week. We will meet in the Youth Services' room.  This program is intended for ages 3 and above.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Family Activity: Father's Day

11:30am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Join us following Storytime for a family friendly craft!

Please register every child who will be making a craft by using the "Add More" button. That way we can ensure that we have enough supplies. You do not need to register the adults. Parents/guardians must remain with their children during the program. Craft is suitable for age 2 and up.

German Kids Play Club - Pajama Meetup!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Education
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

Join us for a special Pajama Meetup! Come dressed in your pajamas and bring a stuffed animal!

Storytime with Creature Comfort Pet Therapy

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independently and read to one of the dogs.

Parents/guardians must remain with their child during this program.

No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Storytime at Van Kirk Homestead Museum

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

The Sparta Historical Society is partnering with the Sparta Library to present a special story time event at the Van Kirk Homestead Museum!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Photography

The Sparta Public Library (SPL) reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by the SPL, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The SPL may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by the SPL including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc. Registering for this event implies consent to this policy.  Please make note otherwise. 

Storytime with Creature Comfort Pet Therapy

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independently and read to one of the dogs.

Parents/guardians must remain with their child during this program.

No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Storytime with Creature Comfort Pet Therapy

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independently and read to one of the dogs.

Parents/guardians must remain with their child during this program.

No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Storytime with Creature Comfort Pet Therapy

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independently and read to one of the dogs.

Parents/guardians must remain with their child during this program.

No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Storytime with Creature Comfort Pet Therapy

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independently and read to one of the dogs.

Parents/guardians must remain with their child during this program.

No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.