Programs & Events

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Search the calendar below for special upcoming programs and events, or see past events.

Daily Happenings

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Explore new materials and make art together in our light-filled Art Studio! All ages are welcome to create an Everyday Art Project inspired by our current exhibition.

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Film Screenings

Watch short films in our Auditorium, including animated versions of picture book stories and family-friendly documentaries about illustrators. Several different films are shown each day.

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Come move, sing, play, and learn about the art and design of picture books. Join us at 11am Wednesday through Friday; 11am and 2pm on Saturdays, and 2pm on Sundays.

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Special Events

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Special Storytime: Astrid Sheckels

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Join author/illustrator Astrid Sheckels as she reads her latest picture book, the long-awaited Hector Fox and the Snowy Surprise, answers questions, and does a drawing demonstration.

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Event

Members' Preview for Weaving Words: Fiber Arts and Picture Books

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Be the first to see the new exhibition! Plus, enjoy special hors d’oeuvres, and live harp music!

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The Carle After Dark: Spinning Stories

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As part of The Carle After Dark series, award-winning writer, artist, and educator Amanda Davis invites you to come experiment with storytelling.

All Events

Wed
Nov
11
illustration of forest animals dressed for winter, gathered at night
11 - 11:30am
  • Artists & Authors
  • For Families

Special Storytime: Astrid Sheckels

Join author/illustrator Astrid Sheckels as she reads her latest picture book, the long-awaited Hector Fox and the Snowy Surprise, answers questions, and does a drawing demonstration.

Fri
Nov
13
Kids on rug smiling and moving as they look at book.
11 - 11:45am
  • For Families

Open Book, Open Play

Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.

Sat
Nov
14
Yoga instructor and families doing yoga in Bobbie's Meadow.
10:15 - 10:45am
  • For Families

Yoga for Kids!

Children ages 3-6 will explore movement and fun inspired by picture books.

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1 - 4pm
  • Artists & Authors
  • For Families
  • Performances

7000 Languages Film Festival

Join 7000 Languages for a day celebrating Native American languages through film, free digital courses, and a read aloud storytime!

Fri
Nov
20
Nov
21
thru
30
Sat
Nov
21
Thu
Dec
3
Snowy owl flying above two people in the woods with lanterns.
4:30 - 5pm
  • Artists & Authors
  • For Families

Special Storytime: Amanda Davis

Slow down and settle in under twinkle lights as local author, Amanda Davis, reads her newest release, Chasing the Light. 

Fri
Dec
4
Fri
Dec
11
Kids on rug smiling and moving as they look at book.
11 - 11:45am
  • For Families

Open Book, Open Play

Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.

Sat
Dec
12
Yoga instructor and families doing yoga in Bobbie's Meadow.
10:15 - 10:45am
  • For Families

Yoga for Kids!

Children ages 3-6 will explore movement and fun inspired by picture books.

Thu
Jan
7
Fri
Jan
15
Sat
Jan
16