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Pajama Storytime

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

We'll read bedtime stories, sing songs, practice early literacy skills, and have fun! For ages 6 and under with a caregiver.

Pajamas are encouraged!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Caregiver

This program is designed for children and an accompanying caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Christmas in July (for Teens)

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Arts & Crafts, Food
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Teens (Ages 11-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food
Event Details:

Celebrate Christmas in July at the library! We'll make ornaments, decorate a tree, watch a holiday movie, enjoy a hot chocolate bar and more. For ages 11-18. Registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food allergens

Food allergens may be present.

Moms with Moms Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Health & Movement
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Health & Movement
Event Details:

All moms and children welcome! Join this maternal support group for play time and bonding with other mothers. Includes free coffee and tea.

Chalk the Block

10:00am - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6), School Age (Ages 6-10), Teens (Ages 11-18), Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM to create chalk masterpieces on our front sidewalk for everyone to enjoy! Chalk will be provided. For all ages.

Take & Make Activity

All Day 7/29 - 8/3
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Front Desk
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6), School Age (Ages 6-10), Teens (Ages 11-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A free activity for kids and teens to take home and complete. One per child, please. Available while supplies last.

July 29-August 3: DIY puzzle

Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6)

We'll read stories, sing songs, practice early literacy skills, and have fun! For ages 6 and under with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Caregiver

This program is designed for children and an accompanying caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Maker Monday

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Educational Skills
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, School Age (Ages 6-10), Teens (Ages 11-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Skills
Event Details:

Drop in anytime between 2 and 4 PM to channel your inner scientist, artist, or inventor and see what you can create! All materials will be provided. For ages 6-18.

Fantasy Drawing Class

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, School Age (Ages 6-10), Teens (Ages 11-18), Adults, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Using basic shapes, line techniques and shading, learn to create imaginative characters, creatures and scenery. No prior drawing experience needed. Taught by local illustrator, Corinne Roberts. For ages 6+. Registration required.

Creative Dance

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Health & Movement
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6)
Program Type: Health & Movement

The library is teaming up with Lake Michigan Dance Academy to offer Creative Dance for kids! This class will introduce your child to basic principles of dance through new and imaginative ways of moving. For ages 6 and under with a caregiver.

Moms with Moms Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Health & Movement
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Health & Movement
Event Details:

All moms and children welcome! Join this maternal support group for play time and bonding with other mothers. Includes free coffee and tea.

Pop-In Playtime

9:00am - 12:00pm
Educational Skills
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6)
Program Type: Educational Skills

Pop in anytime between 9 AM and 12 PM for some fun, free play. Through purposeful play, children will develop language, motor, and social skills. For ages 6 and under with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Caregiver

This program is designed for children and an accompanying caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Take & Make Activity

All Day 8/5 - 8/10
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Front Desk
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6), School Age (Ages 6-10), Teens (Ages 11-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A free activity for kids and teens to take home and complete. One per child, please. Available while supplies last.

August 5-10: Nature bookmark

Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6)

We'll read stories, sing songs, practice early literacy skills, and have fun! For ages 6 and under with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Caregiver

This program is designed for children and an accompanying caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Knitting for Allendale

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing couple hours of knitting or crocheting for a local cause. Yarn, hooks and needles included, but feel free to bring your own or some to share.

National Night Out

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Educational Skills, Games, Presentation
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Allendale Community Park
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6), School Age (Ages 6-10), Teens (Ages 11-18), Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Educational Skills, Games, Presentation
Event Details:

National Night Out is an annual campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.

Moms with Moms Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Health & Movement
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Health & Movement
Event Details:

All moms and children welcome! Join this maternal support group for play time and bonding with other mothers. Includes free coffee and tea.

Show & Snack

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Food, Movie
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Movie
Event Details:

Beat the summer heat! Chill out in the library and join us for a movie!  Popcorn and water will be provided, while supplies last. 

Movie: Trolls Band Together (PG)

Disclaimer(s)

Food allergens

Food allergens may be present.

Creative Dance

10:00am - 10:30am
Health & Movement
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6)
Program Type: Health & Movement

The library is teaming up with Lake Michigan Dance Academy to offer Creative Dance for kids! This class will introduce your child to basic principles of dance through new and imaginative ways of moving. For ages 6 and under with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Caregiver

This program is designed for children and an accompanying caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Music & Mocktails

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Food
Registration
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Shake things up at the library with spirit-free mocktails - learn how to make some classics and mix up some of your own. Sit back, enjoy live music, sip on non-alcoholic beverages and relax. Registration required.

OAISD Play N Learn

10:00am - 11:00am
Educational Skills
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Children (Ages 0-6)
Program Type: Educational Skills
Event Details:

This Ottawa Area ISD program is designed for families with children ages birth to 5 years old. Monthly sessions are based on a children's book, with a story, finger plays, crafts, and activities centered around the book.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Caregiver

This program is designed for children and an accompanying caregiver. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Moms with Moms Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Health & Movement
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Health & Movement
Event Details:

All moms and children welcome! Join this maternal support group for play time and bonding with other mothers. Includes free coffee and tea.

Coffee & Crafts

10:00am - 11:00am
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Calling all crafters! Join us each month for a craft.  Registration is required and limited.

Knitting for Allendale

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Allendale Township Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing couple hours of knitting or crocheting for a local cause. Yarn, hooks and needles included, but feel free to bring your own or some to share.