The kids had a great time yesterday with Megan Hicks the Origami Swami. Here are some pictures-
See you next Wednesday at 1PM for Superhero Training!
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Marshall Steam Museum: Railroad Heroes program at the library!
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Marshall Steam Museum: Railroad Heroes will be visiting Aston Public Library on Thursday June 25, 2015 at 10:30AM to present a special kids program “Railroad Heroes”!
During this program the kids will hear a story about the legendary John Henry. After the story, they will learn about building railroad tracks through an interactive activity and discover how tracks keep trains operating safely. For children ages 3-8 years!
Register for the program at http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents .
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Summer Reading Club Preview Party on the 27th!
Is your child excited about the summer programs and books at the Library? Bring him or her to a special Preview Party 3:45PM on Wednesday May 27, 2015 at Aston Public Library! “Every Hero Has a Story” is the theme of this year’s Summer Reading Club at the Aston Public Library!
Summer Reading Club starts June 17th! Come find out how to earn books and prizes during the summer. Pre-readers can come, too. Party is for all ages. There will be games, songs, crafts, read aloud and snacks.
Register for the program at http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents !
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Science in the Summer coming to the library July 13-17 – APPLY NOW!
Glaxo Science in the Summer is coming to the Aston Public Library again this year! The theme this time will be Chemistry. Science in the Summer is a free science education program that helps elementary school children “grow into science.” The program will be July 13-17 with both morning and afternoon options.
Go to http://www.scienceinthesummer.com/ to apply! The deadline is May 31. Places will be first-come first-served.
There are two age groups: those entering Grades 2 and 3 (Level I) and those entering Grades 4-6 (Level II).
For more about the program, go to:
http://www.scienceinthesummer.com/greater_phila/about.html
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Sun Astronomy program coming to the library!
Our Sun, Our Star
Saturday, May 23rd from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Aston Public Library!
Safe solar viewing and STEM related activities
• Safely view the surface of the sun. Our solar telescopes have special filters so
you that you will see exciting solar activity and not harm your eyes.
• Browse the Educational Poster Boards with current scientific information.
• Ask the solar expert your questions about the Sun.
• Test your Sun knowledge at the Our Magnetic Sun and Health Effects tables.
• Learn about albedo & energy transformations at the Importance of Color table.
This FREE multigenerational program is presented by the Albuquerque Astronomical
Society (TAAS) in collaboration with the Charlie Bates Solar Astronomy Project
(CBSAP).
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Pals For Reading Returning to Aston Library!
Your child can expand his or her confidence with reading by practicing with a trained therapy dog! Pals for Life will be visiting the Aston Library again! Reading to animals helps shy children and children having trouble learning to read build confidence in their literacy skills.
These are the dates for the programs:
Wednesday April 29th at 6:30PM
Wednesday May 6th at 6:30PM
Wednesday May 13th at 6:30PM
Wednesday May 20th at 6:30PM
These programs are free, but registration is required. Space is very limited, and children are expected to attend all four sessions. Please register here:
http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents
For more about Pals for Life, go to:
THIS PROGRAM IS SPONSORED BY THE GLEN RIDDLE ROTARY CLUB!
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Tyler Arboretum visits the Library!
The Tyler Arboretum will be visiting the Aston Public Library Thursday March 12th for two very special children’s programs.
-At 10:30AM that day, they will do a special nature discovery storytime for preschool kids. The program will feature props, interactive hands-on activities, group participation and more.
-At 3:45PM that day, they will do a hands-on nature program for school aged kids. The kids will learn about local Kapok trees – the mighty Oaks. Explore the amazing amount of wildlife that it supports in our forests – everything from butterflies and moths to squirrels and birds. Also featuring other reasons why trees are important!
Register for the program at http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents.
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“Elsa” Storytime coming up with Makin’ Music
Bring your child to the Aston Library to participate in a special storytime, featuring Elsa from the movie “Frozen”. Monday, December 8th at 6:30pm Makin’ Music will be leading the music and movement program for kids of all ages! Register for the program at http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents .
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Storytime Themes for October!
Storytime is continuing on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30AM with Ms. Alicia! Here are the upcoming themes-
October 7th and 9th – What Do You Hear?
October 14th and 16th – Busy Bears
October 21st and 23rd – Windy Days
October 28th and 30th – Fall Leaves
Go to
http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents
to register your child!
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Pals For Reading Returning to Aston Library!
Your child can expand his or her confidence with reading by practicing with a trained therapy dog! Pals for Life will be visiting the Aston Library again this September! Reading to animals helps shy children and children having trouble learning to read build confidence in their literacy skills.
These are the dates for the programs:
Monday September 8 at 6:30PM
Monday September 15 at 6:30PM
Monday September 22 at 6:30PM
Monday September 29 at 6:30PM
These programs are free, but registration is required. Space is very limited, and children are expected to attend all four sessions. Please register here:
http://tinyurl.com/astonkidsevents
For more about Pals for Life, go to:
THIS PROGRAM IS SPONSORED BY THE GLEN RIDDLE ROTARY CLUB!
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