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

Find Pumpkin Jack and his Friends

All Day 10/1 - 10/31
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:

Jack O’Lantern has stopped by our library with a group of his friends and decided to play hide and seek in our book stacks. Find all their hiding spots and earn a prize at the Help Desk. 

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

Kids Science Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
STEM/STEAM Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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 DIY Art Lab

10:00am - 1:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Drop-In Program
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Storytime Corner- Located in the Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Drop-In Program
Event Details:

Best for ages 5+. We’ll have a small area set up with different art supplies and tools that will spark your creativity to create a new piece of art or a reimagined craft. Supplies are limited. 

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

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Drop-In Program
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Storytime Corner- Located in the Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Drop-In Program
Event Details:

Best for ages 5+. We’ll have a small area set up with different art supplies and tools that will spark your creativity to create a new piece of art or a reimagined craft. Supplies are limited. 

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 - 6:00pm
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:

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

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

Kids Science Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
STEM/STEAM Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Day of the Dead Library Altar Setup

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11), All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Commons Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

All ages welcome. Learn the ins and outs of a Day of the Dead altar while staff sets up this year’s ofrenda. The community is welcome to display a photo of their loved one on the library’s altar until November 2. 

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

Pumpkin Painting/Pintando Calabazas

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Best for ages 3-12. Come to the library and decorate a small pumpkin. You’ll have a choice of techniques and supplies for decorating your pumpkin. Registration required; limit 30. 

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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 Fall Jamboree

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Other
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Best for ages 0-12. Join us as we celebrate autumn with games, a craft, snacks and a spooky tale or two. Registration required; limit 30. 

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.

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

Day of the Dead Fiesta/ Dia de los Muertos Fiesta

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Other, Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Other, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Best for ages 5+. Celebrate the last day of Dia de los Muertos, a day of remembrance for our loved ones gone but not forgotten. First, we’ll go through the symbols of the altar and read a story.

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)
STEM/STEAM Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.

Doggy and Me: Stress-Free Storytime

5:15pm - 6:00pm
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:

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

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.

Family Fort Reading Night/ Noche de Cuentos en Pijamas

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Other
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

All ages welcome. We invite our families for a night under blanket forts! Build a "campfire,” name your corner of the fort and tuck in with a flashlight and snack as you read a few stories with your loved ones.

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

Kids Science Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 6-11)
STEM/STEAM Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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 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.

Family Movie Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Movie
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

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

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.

Kids Game Day

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Game Program
Registration
Library Branch: Midlothian Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-11)
Program Type: Game Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Best for ages 7+. Play a friendly match with new and old friends and battle it out in the digital arena on one of our video game consoles. Registration suggested. 

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.