Events for Kids

Kids Who Code

23 Jan 2022 A virtual STEM program presented by tutors from Las Positas College Computer Science Club. This introductory, gaming-based program is open to 6th-12th grade coding beginners with a desire to learn C++ programming and real world applications of Computer Science. Registration is required. Participants will need internet access and a Chromebook, laptop, or desktop computer.

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Mother Goose on the Loose

24 Jan 2022 Join Eva for this 20-week storytime series designed for children ages 0-2. Mother Goose on the Loose is a storytime created by Betsy Diamant-Cohen, long-time educator and librarian, that incorporates nursery rhymes, songs, movement, fingerplay and more to support your child's early literacy skills.

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Toddler/Preschool Storytime

25 Jan 2022 Ms. Dawn will upload a new storytime for toddlers and preschoolers that includes fingerplays, songs, and stories each Tuesday. Visit the Alameda Free Library YouTube page or visit our Children's Activities page for direct links.

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School-Age Storytime

26 Jan 2022 Miss Virginia will upload a new storytime for school-aged kids ages 4-8 every Wednesday that includes longer stories and some non-fiction. Check out the Alameda Free Library YouTube channel or visit our Children's Activities page for direct links. alamedafree.org.

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Beginning Book Club

01 Feb 2022 A book club designed for 2nd and 3rd graders. Book Club is a peer-driven club for kids who like to read and talk about books, not a reading-level or reading intervention club. Registration is required. Please call the Children's Reference desk for more information. 510-747-7705

1550 Oak Street, Main Library 

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Intermediate Book Club

08 Feb 2022 Intermediate Book Club is designed for children in 4th and 5th grade. Book Club is a peer-driven club for kids who like to read and talk about books, not a reading-level or reading intervention club. For more information, please call the Children's Reference desk. 510-747-7705

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Advanced Book Club

15 Feb 2022 Advanced Book Club is designed for children in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Book Club is a peer-driven club for kids who like to read and talk about books, not a reading-level or reading intervention club. For more information, please call the Children's Reference desk. 510-747-7705

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Library Closed: Holiday Observed

21 Feb 2022 The Main Library and both branches will be closed today to observe a holiday.

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