Children’s Programs & Resources
November Programs
Story Time
Tuesdays: November 4, 11, 18
10:30 – 11:15 am
Live Animal Show
Thursday, Nov. 6
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Join us for a fun, educational and hands-on wildlife program featuring some special friends from Zoophoria (including Tripod the tortoise in his Halloween costume)!
Best for children four and older.
Toddler Play Group
Friday, Nov. 7 & Friday, Nov. 21
9:30 – 10:30 am
Join us for a short, creative activity followed by open-play for the toddlers. We’ll provide the toys! Best for ages three and under.
Lego Program
Saturday, Nov. 8
11:00 – Noon
Come build your own Lego creation at the library with friends. All ages welcome!
Preschool Music
Monday, November 10
10:30 – 11:15 am
Join Cynthia Meyer for a fun music and movement program. Good for all preschoolers (babies included)!
Minecraft: Pirate Quest
Wednesday, Nov. 12
4:00 – 5:30 pm
Set sail on a high-stakes pirate adventure! Uncover hidden treasures buried deep within mysterious islands, outwit cunning traps guarded by fearsome creatures, and engage in epic naval battles between pirate and hero ships. The library will provide all equipment; please register to ensure your spot in the fun.
This program is for 9 – 12 year old children.
Library Babies
Monday, Nov. 17
10:30 – 11:00 am
This program for our littlest listeners features stories, rhymes and songs. Best for ages 2 and under. Older siblings welcome.
Chess for Kids
Wednesday, November 19
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Learn tips from a chess instructor and have fun playing other students! Best for 3rd – 6th grade students. Beginners welcome.
Learn About the Lenape!
Saturday, Nov. 22
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Join us for a fun and educational program about the Lenape people by Carla Messinger of Native American Heritage Programs. She will cover family life, clothing, hunting, and much more using artifacts and a craft for the kids. This program is best for children 5 and older.
This program is sponsored by the Chester Historical Society.
Back-to-School Resources
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Tumble Book Library
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