Humboldt Public Library Programs:

Children's Programs

Sarah Evans is the Children's Librarian at the Humboldt Public Library and provides year-round programming for children aged infant to 5th grade.

Storytimes

Storytimes are planned with specific age groups in mind, but younger and older children are welcome to attend. Registration is not required.

Wee Read - For children ages 0 to 2 with caregiver. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., October and November, offers babies and toddlers a language enrichment program and an intoduction to the library. Parents are encouraged to continue the literacy skills shared during the storytime at home. A handout of rhymes and songs incorporated into the storytime is available at each session.

Let's Pretend - For children ages 3 - 5. Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., September - December and February - April.

Pajarama - For children ages 3 - 5. Mondays at 6:30 p.m., September and October. Children are encouraged to come in their pajamas and bring their favorite doll or teddy bear for stories and more!

Grades K-2

Afterschool Adventures - First Tuesday of the month at 3:45 p.m., September through April. Registration is required.

Grades 3-5

American Girl Book Club - Second Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., September through April. Registration is required.

Star Wars Graphic Novel Book Club - Second Tuesday of the month, 3:45 - 4:45 p.m., September through April. Registration is required.

TWAB (Tween Advisory Board) - Third Tuesday of the month, 3:45 - 4:00 p.m., September through April. No registration is required. TWAB gives tweens the opportunity to plan library programs, discuss books, meet new friends, and more. 2010-2011 TWAB sponsored programs included Haunted Library and Eggstravaganza.

All Children (Grade 5 and Under)

Lego Block Party - Second Wednesday of the month, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., September through April.
No registration is required.

Summer Reading Program - Each summer the Children's Library provides a summer reading program for children in preschool through 5th grade. Participants have the opportunity to earn prizes by reading and taking part in programs and events sponsored by the library.

Daycare Outreach Program

The Children's Librarian visits each participating daycare once a month to perform a storytime and deliver a bin of children's materials. Storytimes last approximately 30 minutes and include stories, songs, rhymes, and games. Visits take place on Wednesdays and Fridays from September through April. To qualify for Daycare Outreach, the daycare must meet the following criteria:

1. Daycare is registered with the Department of Human Services
2. Facility resides within the city limits of Humboldt or Dakota City
3. Four (4) or more children ages 2 - 5 must be present at the time of the visit
4. Childcare provider must be present during the visit

If you are interested, please contact Sarah Evans, Children's Librarian, for more information and to obtain a program application

Contacts

For more information about upcoming children's programs and/or to register, please contact Sarah Evans, Children's Librarian, at 332-1925 or email to Childrenslibrary@humboldtpubliclibrary.com.

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Adult Programs

The library sponsors many adult programs throughout the year. Travel programs are especially popular and are offered frequently. Among several available book clubs, Humboldt Reads! is a dinner and book discussion event held monthly at city restaurants. Check our webpage for upcoming events.

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Young Adult Programs

Demi Johnson became the Young Adult Librarian in 2004. Under her care, “The Den,” as the teen area of the library is called, has grown and blossomed. Circulation and usage has increased every year. The space, itself, is redecorated with café tables and comfortable seating. Teen activities include the very first library-sponsored Dance Dance Revolution program in Iowa. Guitar Hero, another interactive video game, has also been added. The annual Teen Summer Library Program is more than a reading program. Past events have included a writing contest, a film your own movie contest, Open Mic Night and henna tattoos.  Often available in the teen area are opportunities to make cards, book marks, book journals, bracelets and other various art projects. Students continue to contribute to our collection of teen produced music videos and 6 word memoirs.  The summer program ends with a drawing for those who have participated. Recent prizes have been an ipod, a digital camera, a portable dvd player and gift cards

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