Garden City Public Library

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6015 Glenwood Street | Garden City, ID 83714 | Phone: 208-472-2942 | Text: 208-745-2898
Library Hours: Mon & Fri, 9:30am – 5:30pm | Tue – Thu, 9:30am – 8pm | Sat, 10am – 4pm

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May 2022 Youth Programs

Youth programs are taking a break May 23rd-30th. We will return to our regularly scheduled programs on May 31st.

Kindergarten Readiness

Wednesdays or Thursdays, 11:00am, Ages 4-6
New sessions start on:  May 4th and May 5th
This special 6-week program meets once a week and helps prepare children aged 4-6 for Kindergarten. We will learn about the alphabet, cutting, writing, numbers, shapes, classroom skills, and a special topic each week! Children who complete all 6 classes will receive a backpack with school supplies, games, and a book.  Please be ready to attend all 6 sessions.  Limited Spaces.  Registration is required. Please call (208)-472-2942.

Mad Hatter Tea Party

Wednesday, May 11th, 5:30-7:00pm, Ages 6+

“We’re All Mad Here!” Come dressed in theme for a fantastical Wonderland Adventure!  We will play games, create our own mad hats, and enjoy fancy treats.  Don’t you dare be late for this very important date!

Puppet Show

Monday, May 16th, 10:00am, All Ages
Join library friends for a fun family-friendly performance and stay after for a craft.
May: The Three Little Pigs

Summer Reading Kickoff Party!

Tuesday, May 31st, 4:00-7:00pm, All Ages

It’s time to submerge ourselves into a summer of reading!

This is a great time to register for Summer Reading and explore the 2022 theme of “Ocean of Possibilities”. Avoid the Summer slump and keep your reading going all Summer long. Celebrate everything Summer Reading with us, and enjoy a bounce house, face painting, crafts, games, prizes, and so much more!

Preschool STEAM

Tuesdays, 10:00am, ages 3-7
It’s time for hands-on learning every week with stories, songs, and activities that will spark a love for reading and learning!

Toddler Tales

Wednesdays, 10:00am, ages 18 months – 3 yrs
A short storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement to engage little readers.

Music & Movement

Thursdays, 10:00am, ages 1-5
Wiggle, jump, bounce, and clap! Movement and songs to support growing readers.

Tween Zone

Thursdays, 5:00pm, ages 8-12
Play games, snack on treats, make crafts, and enjoy time with friends! Different activities every week!

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