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All programs and events listed here are free.
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To view the special events or ongoing programs scroll down the page,
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January | Ongoing Programs
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Almost Ballet!
Ages 3-5 yrs .
Join us for a lively time of movement and dance on a fun theme, accompanied by original music created just for this class!
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Thursdays, 1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
Session Dates
January 19 January 26 February 2 February 9
Siblings are welcome in the room if they can sit quietly with an adult.
Approx. 45 minutes,
Library Meeting Room
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Registration Required
opens
Tues., December 27
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Please either stop by the Children’s Desk or call to register for any two sessions .
Classes will be led by Royal Academy of Dance registered teachers from Rachel’s Ballet Of Fremont / Dublin
Call the Children’s Desk at (925) 931-3400 ext. 8
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Original Origami…by You!
Last in a four month series of “How To Do It” workshops
Led by San Francisco origami expert Shinta Arifin
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Saturday, February 4
3rd – 5th grades 10:30-12:00
6 th-8 th grades 1:30-3:00
Approx. 90 minutes,
Library Meeting Room
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Registration Required
opens
Tues., January 17
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Limited to 25 participants per age group.
Origami has been part of Japanese culture as early as 794 B.C. In this fun, hands-on workshop, you too can take part in this ages-old tradition!
Please either stop by the Children’s Desk or call to register for a session .
(925) 931-3400 ext. 8 |
Pleasanton Civic Arts Stage Company
and
The SF Shakespeare Festival
present
a SNEAK PEEK of
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland 
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Saturday, February 11
2:00 p.m.
Best for ages
5 and older
The full production of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
will be performed at the Firehouse Arts Center
February 29-March 1, at 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
Approx. 1 hour,
Library Meeting Room
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No registration required.
Experience scenes from the upcoming live theatrical production at the Firehouse Arts Center, meet the cast members and Director, experience mask & puppetry techniques used in the show, and try your hand at creating your own mask!
Meanwhile you can purchase
Alice in Wonderland tickets today!
In person at the Firehouse Arts Center
4444 Railroad Ave , Wed-Fri 12 noon-6:00 p.m., Sat 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., and for two hours prior to the performance. Or by phone at (925) 931-4848. Or online at
www.firehousearts.org
Questions? Please call the Children's Desk,
925-931-3400 x8
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 Presents an afternoon of
African Drumming & Dance
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Saturday, February 25
2:00 p.m.
All ages welcome!
Approx. 1 hour,Library Meeting Room
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No registration required
Enjoy a taste of African culture through dance, conversation with visiting Cheza Nami artists and an interactive drum circle using traditional African instruments.
For more information, please call the Children’s Desk at (925) 931-3400 ext. 8
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Toddler
Laptime
Ages 18-36 months
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Monday Mornings 10:00, 10:45, or
11:30 a.m.
Jan. 23, 30
Feb. 6, 13, 27
(Closed Feb. 20 - President's Day)
March 5, 12, 19
Approx. 20 minutes, Library Meeting Room
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No registration necessary
Stories, fingerplays, songs and activities for little ones.
Questions?
Please call the Children's Desk,
(925) 931-3400 ext. 8
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Friday
Storytime
For children
3-5 years old
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Friday mornings 10:30 a.m. or
11:30 a.m.
Jan. 27
Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24
March 2, 9, 16
Approx. 30 minutes,
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No registration necessary
Stories, music & more for pre-schoolers
Younger siblings may attend if they can sit on parent's lap
Questions?
Please call the Children's Desk,
(925) 931-3400 ext. 8
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 Grades 1-5
Children read aloud to certified therapy dogs.
Participating children should not be fearful of dogs or have allergies to pets.
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Tuesday evenings
7:00 p.m. OR
7:35 p.m.
Jan. 24, 31
Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28
(Feb. 14 - dress up for Valentine's Day!)
Parents and siblings are asked to wait in the library during the program .
Presented by Pleasanton Public Library and Valley Humane Society
Approx. 25 minutes,
Library Meeting Room |
Registration begins Wednesday, January 11 |
Attendance is limited.
Children are invited to register for up to three sessions as space allows.
Drop-ins will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis if space is available. Sign up at the Children’s Desk the night of each session.
To register or for
more information, please call the
Children's Desk,
(925) 931-3400 ext. 8
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The Family Place
Library Workshop
A six week, get-down-on-the-floor series for parents & children ages 1-3.
The emphasis is on play & the role of parents as the first teachers of their children.
Each week a different community resource professional will be available to offer practical advice and answers to your questions related to various child development issues. |
Wednesday mornings
10:00-11:15 a.m.
A six-week workshop
Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
March 7
Please do not register unless you can attend all six sessions.
Presented through the support of the U.S. Institute of Museum & Library Services under provisions of the Library Services & Technology Act, administered by the State Librarian of California
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Registration begins Wednesday, January 18
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Attendance is limited to 25 children ages 1-3 and their adult caregivers. Registration is for the entire six week series.
To register or for
more information,
please call the
Children's Desk,
(925) 931-3400 ext. 8 |
Grades 4-5
&
Grades 6-8
Will you join one of our Library
B O O K C L U B S this Fall?
Join us for a monthly mid-week break of good reading, lively conversation, a snack & more!
Booklegger Hosts :
4-5 Club: Jody Wallem
6-8 Club:Yvonne Greenlee
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Both clubs meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month
from
7:00-8:00pm
Meeting Dates
Oct 12
Nov 9
Dec 14
Jan 11
Feb 8
Mar 14
Apr 11
Clubs run the same way, but each group reads different books.
Approx. 1 hour,
Library Meeting Room
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No registration required
To join a club, please either stop by the Children’s Desk or call to let us know you’re coming.
Pick up a copy of the next meeting’s book at the Children’s Desk while supplies last!
January Books
4-5 Club :
The Strange Case of Origami Yoda
by Tom Angleberger
6-8 Club :
Code Orange
by Caroline Cooney
REMEMBER : Come to the club meeting having read the book & ready to discuss it! |
Questions? Please call the Children’s Desk at
(925) 931-3400 ext. 8 |
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