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This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Dino-vember

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Other
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

A clan of dinosaurs have moved into the library this month and are causing all sorts of mischief after-hours. They’re exploring the off-limits areas and posting their adventures on social media.

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Midlothian Public Library
Description:

The library will be CLOSED for the Holiday.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids Surprise Take & Make Crafts

10:00am - 5:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Best for ages 4+. Stop by and pick up a surprise craft to make at home. While supplies last. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids DIY Art Lab: Thanksgiving Week

10:30am - 1:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Event Details:

Best for ages 5+. This is a self-directed, passive art program where kids can get creative with different art supplies provided. We’ll have a craft suggestion, and the tools, and the kids can create a piece of art. Supplies are limited. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

iSpy: Winter Window

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Drop-In Program
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Drop-In Program
Event Details:

All ages. Do you spy with your eye? Test your skills and see if you can spy every item on our list. Complete the list and earn a prize at the Help Desk.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

PJ Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Storytime
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Best for ages 0-10. Put on your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to this storytime for some sleepy time stories, songs and rhymes. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Gingerbread Friends Cookie Decoration

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Ages 4+. It’s the most wonderful time of the year to decorate gingerbread cookies. Join us as we decorate a pair of gingerbread friends with icing and candy. Registration required; limit 30. Registration for Midlothian residents begins Nov.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids Surprise Take & Make Crafts 

10:00am - 8:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Best for ages 4+. Stop by and pick up a surprise craft to make at home. While supplies last. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids Science Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Best for ages 6+. Junior scientists, time to get your science on! We’re forging safe science experiments using common household supplies and ingredients that you can later recreate at home. Registration suggested. 

Staff In-Service

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Midlothian Public Library
Description:

The library will be CLOSED for a Staff In-Service day. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Doggy and Me: Stress-Free Storytime

5:15pm - 6:15pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Storytime
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Kids of all ages. Come read to our visiting therapy dogs! Relax and explore stories with one of the pups. When you arrive, you can sign up for a time slot of up to 15 minutes. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

PJ Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Storytime
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Best for ages 0-10. Put on your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to this storytime for some sleepy time stories, songs and rhymes. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids Science Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Best for ages 6+. Junior scientists, time to get your science on! We’re forging safe science experiments using common household supplies and ingredients that you can later recreate at home. Registration suggested. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids Surprise Take & Make Crafts 

10:00am - 8:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Best for ages 4+. Stop by and pick up a surprise craft to make at home. While supplies last. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids DIY Art Lab: Winter Break

11:00am - 1:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program
Event Details:

Best for ages 5+. This is a self-directed art program where kids can get creative with different art supplies provided. We’ll have a craft suggestion and the basic tools to create some cool art. Supplies are limited. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids Gaming Day

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Game Program
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Game Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Best for ages 6+. Play a friendly match with new and old friends. A mix of board games, card games and video games are available to play. Registration suggested. 

Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Midlothian Public Library
Description:

The library will be CLOSED for the Holiday.

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Midlothian Public Library
Description:

The library will be CLOSED for the Holiday.

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids DIY Art Lab: Winter Break

11:00am - 1:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program
Event Details:

Best for ages 5+. This is a self-directed art program where kids can get creative with different art supplies provided. We’ll have a craft suggestion and the basic tools to create some cool art. Supplies are limited. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids DIY Art Lab: Winter Break

11:00am - 1:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program
Event Details:

Best for ages 5+. This is a self-directed art program where kids can get creative with different art supplies provided. We’ll have a craft suggestion and the basic tools to create some cool art. Supplies are limited. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Kids DIY Art Lab: Winter Break

11:00am - 1:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop-In Program
Event Details:

Best for ages 5+. This is a self-directed art program where kids can get creative with different art supplies provided. We’ll have a craft suggestion and the basic tools to create some cool art. Supplies are limited. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-11)" group.

Family Movie Night

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
Movie
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Best for ages 5+. Watch one of the latest kids’ movies with us while enjoying a snack with family and friends.

New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Midlothian Public Library
Description:

The library will be CLOSED for the Holiday.

New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Midlothian Public Library
Description:

The library will be CLOSED for the Holiday.