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Maternal Infant Services Network Inc. Diaper Drive

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Kent Public Library

The Kent Library is helping Maternal Infant Services Network Inc. with their annual diaper drive to support the Putnam County Healthy Families Program Community Baby Shower by providing a drop off receptacle for community members to donate unopened packages of infant diapers and wipes. The receptacle can be found across from our circulation desk near the donor wall. The drive runs from April 1-30. No registration required.

Poem in your Pocket Display

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Kent Public Library

April is National Poetry Month. Stop by the Children's Section at the Kent Public Library and check out our poetry windows. Take a poem to put in your pocket for "Poem in your Pocket Day" on April 26th.

Teen Take-Home: Redacted Poetry Kit

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Kent Public Library

Unleash Your Creativity with Redacted Poetry!

Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of redacted poetry? Unlock your inner poet and express yourself in a whole new way with our exclusive Teen Take-Home Kit!

What's Included:

📖 Step-by-Step Guide: Learn the art of redacted poetry with easy-to-follow instructions.

🖊️ Black Permanent Marker: Your essential tool for transforming ordinary text into extraordinary poetry.

📚 Book & Magazine Pages: Explore a treasure trove of words and phrases to inspire your poetic creations.

How It Works:

🔥 Pick up your Teen Take-Home Kit from the library—no registration required!
🔥 Follow the step-by-step guide to create your own redacted poetry masterpieces.
🔥 Get creative with your marker and let your imagination soar as you uncover hidden poetry within the pages.
🔥 Share your creations with us on social media using #RedactedPoetry and tag @kentlibrary.

Why Redacted Poetry?

🌟 It's a fun and innovative way to express yourself through words.

🎨 You'll discover hidden meanings and unexpected connections in everyday text.

📝 Say goodbye to writer's block—let the words guide you as you create!

Get Started Today!

Visit the library and pick up your Teen Take-Home Kit—it's available now!

This program is for teens. No registration required.

We're Raising Butterflies Display Opens

Tuesday, June 04, 2024

Kent Public Library

We're Raising Butterflies! Stop by the circulation desk to visit our caterpillars and watch as they move into each stage of their lives.
Then register here to be notified when they are ready for the Grand Butterfly Release! We will read a butterfly story, do a craft and watch them take flight!

Our TENTATIVE RELEASE DATE will be on WEDNESDAY JUNE 5TH. Please find that date on the calendar and register there for updates and our official release date. This date is subject to change based on the decisions of the butterflies. They are in charge! and

Create your own Mother's Day Flowerbox Card!

Saturday, May 11, 2024

Kent Public Library

Come into the Kent Library Children's Room from May 1-May 11, 2024 during regular library hours and create a unique card for Mom or for anyone else special in your life! For all ages but younger ones may need some assistance. No registration required.

Registration is closed

Tiny Tulips (6-23 months ) Indoor Program

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Kent Public Library

Program Room

Meet Miss Chris at the library for simple songs, storyboards, fingerplay, dancing, stories, music and more. This exciting class is designed for children ages 6-23 months old ONLY

Please be aware that this is an Indoor Program.

Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 20th at 10:00 am. General Registration for Non-residents begins March 21st at 10:00 am. Please have a valid library card and/or number to register.

All registrants will be placed on a Wait List and will be admitted as space allows and at the discretion of library staff. Please wait for email notification of your acceptance into the class before attending.

Registration is closed

Curious Caterpillars (2 & 3 years old ) Indoor Program

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Kent Public Library

Program Room

Meet Miss Chris at the library for simple songs, storyboards, fingerplay, dancing, stories, music and more! This exciting class is designed for children 2 & 3 years of age ONLY..

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Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Registration for Non-residents begins March 12th at 10:00 am. Please have a valid library card and/or number to register.

All registrants will be placed on a Wait List and will be admitted as space allows and at the discretion of library staff. Please wait for email notification of your acceptance into the class before attending.

Friends Book Cellar Sale 12-4

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Kent Public Library

Downstairs Program Room

Thousands of gently used books are for sale at bargain basement prices!

Registration is closed

🎨Crafts with Cassie

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Kent Public Library

Program Room

Registration is closed

Kids Craft Club (Grades K-4)

4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

Kent Public Library

Program Room

Join your friends at the Kent Public library for this fun Kids Craft Club! We will come together once a month, read a book, and make a SEASONAL CRAFT that is sure to be perfect to hang on your wall at home.

Craft Clubs are wonderful groups that give children further opportunity to form meaningful relationships with one another while exploring their creativity.

*Registration is required for this Craft Club. Please register each child individually.

Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins December 1st at 10:00 am. General Registration for Non-residents begins December 2nd at 10:00 am. Please have a valid library card and/or number to register.

All registrants will be placed on a Wait List and will be admitted as space allows and at the discretion of library staff. Please wait for email notification of your acceptance into the class before attending.

Registration is open

👟Power Hour (Walking Group)👟

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kent Public Library

Power Through an Hour!

Sign up for our walking group that will help improve both

your physical and mental well-being!

Walking boosts energy levels, improves blood circulation, lowers blood pressure, combats depression and reduces stress. Most importantly, you can build strong friendships and have a lot of fun!!!

Remember to check in AFTER you complete your walk!

Just ask someone at the Front Desk about the Walking Group Sign-in Clipboard! :)

9am Walking Group - Check in at 10am

10am Walking Group - Check in at 11am

11am Walking Group - Check in at 12p

Registration is required.

Please wear comfortable clothing, sneakers or walking shoes.

Do not forget to bring your water bottles to hydrate!

Light rain or shine! Please dress in layers as the weather could be brisk in the mornings!

Registration is open

🎨🌱 Drawing Flowers and Other Living Plants w/ Keith Mueller

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Kent Public Library

Downstairs Program Room

*Please register once and you will be registered for all classes in this session.**

DRAWING FLOWERS & OTHER LIVING PLANTS

6-Week Art Class

Instructor: Keith Mueller

This series of 6 classes will focus on capturing the range of forms and textures of flowers and other living plants – from roots to stem, leaves, petals, and pistils. Emphasis will be on working from actual living subjects. After several classes in the library, as the weather allows, we will move outside to work directly from nature.

Students will learn both basic and refined techniques using graphite pencils to lay a foundation for more complex media: ink, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, and oil.

Individual attention will be given to beginning, intermediate, and advanced artists.

Basic drawing tools (paper, pencils, and erasers) will be provided, but students are encouraged to bring their own sketchbooks (9x12 or 12x16), pencils, and erasers.

Students will also need to bring a living flower or other plant to each class, as well as provide their own portable chairs for working outside; their own easels are optional.

Registration is required. For adults and seniors.

Join the waiting list

Miss Chris' Springtime Craft Corner

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Kent Public Library

Program Room

Stop in anytime between 11:30-12:15 and Meet Miss Chris in her craft corner for a fun series of Winter crafts. Crafts are geared towards children ages 2-5. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Registration for Non-residents begins March 12th at 10:00 am. Please have a valid library card and/or number to register.

All registrants will be placed on a Wait List and will be admitted as space allows and at the discretion of library staff. Please wait for email notification of your acceptance into the class before attending.

Join the waiting list

Paws to Read

4:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Kent Public Library

Sunny Boy, a volunteer from Therapy Dogs International, will visit our library to give children ages 5-11 the opportunity to gain confidence, improve reading skills and/or relieve anxiety by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Fifteen minute reading sessions are available by appointment only.

Registration is required. Please call the Library at 845-225-8585 to register. To allow more people to have a chance at reading to the dogs, participants will only be allowed one time slot an hour. Registration is required for each individual session.

Registration is open

Paws to Read

4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Kent Public Library

Sunny Boy, a volunteer from Therapy Dogs International, will visit our library to give children ages 5-11 the opportunity to gain confidence, improve reading skills and/or relieve anxiety by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Fifteen minute reading sessions are available by appointment only.

Registration is required. Please call the Library at 845-225-8585 to register. To allow more people to have a chance at reading to the dogs, participants will only be allowed one time slot an hour. Registration is required for each individual session.

Free Homework Help for Grades K-8

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Kent Public Library

Local History & Genealogy Room

Free Homework Help is an extra help program (not tutoring) for students in elementary and middle school. Sit with a National Honor Society High School student and receive one on one assistance with homework, projects, and study guidance.

No registration necessary. This is a drop in program. Homework Help is offered every Wednesday from 4:30pm-6:30pm (excluding school breaks and holidays).

* Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult who needs to remain inside the library while the child is receiving homework help.

Join the waiting list

Paws to Read

4:30 PM - 4:45 PM

Kent Public Library

Sunny Boy, a volunteer from Therapy Dogs International, will visit our library to give children ages 5-11 the opportunity to gain confidence, improve reading skills and/or relieve anxiety by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Fifteen minute reading sessions are available by appointment only.

Registration is required. Please call the Library at 845-225-8585 to register. To allow more people to have a chance at reading to the dogs, participants will only be allowed one time slot an hour. Registration is required for each individual session.

Registration is open

Paws to Read

4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Kent Public Library

Sunny Boy, a volunteer from Therapy Dogs International, will visit our library to give children ages 5-11 the opportunity to gain confidence, improve reading skills and/or relieve anxiety by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Fifteen minute reading sessions are available by appointment only.

Registration is required. Please call the Library at 845-225-8585 to register. To allow more people to have a chance at reading to the dogs, participants will only be allowed one time slot an hour. Registration is required for each individual session.

Guiding Eyes for the Blind Open House

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Kent Public Library

Gazebo

Stop by the Kent Library on Wednesday evening between 5 and 6:30 to watch a Guiding Eyes for the Blind puppy training class. Come learn about the Guiding Eyes for the Blind organization, meet some of the pups in training and learn how to become a puppy raiser or other ways to volunteer with the puppies.

Registration is open

History Talks with Jeffrey Urbin: Frankly Speaking: FDR's Fireside Chats (Virtual)

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Kent Public Library

Tonight's topic: Frankly Speaking: FDR's Fireside Chats

Step back in time and embark on a fascinating journey through history with Kent Public Library's monthly virtual program series! Presented by historian & Education Specialist Jeffrey Urbin from the FDR Museum and Presidential Library, each session promises to captivate and enlighten audiences with tales from the past.

Join us as we delve into the rich legacy of Franklin D. Roosevelt, exploring a diverse range of topics that shaped the course of history. From the Great Depression to World War II and beyond, our monthly sessions offer a deeper understanding of FDR's impact on the world stage.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lifelong learner, or simply curious about the past, there's something for everyone in this engaging series. Each month brings a new theme, ensuring that there's always something new to discover and discuss.

Upcoming Topics:

May 29 D-Day
June 26 Franklin and the Founding Fathers

This is a virtual program.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

Join the waiting list

Busy Bees (3-5 years) Indoor Program

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Kent Public Library

Program Room

Meet Miss Chris at the library for simple songs, storyboards, fingerplay, dancing, stories, music and more! This exciting class is designed for children 3-5 years of age

Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Registration for Non-residents begins March 12th at 10:00 am. Please have a valid library card and/or number to register.

All registrants will be placed on a Wait List and will be admitted as space allows and at the discretion of library staff. Please wait for email notification of your acceptance into the class before attending.

Join the waiting list

Art at the Library with Miss Chris IN PERSON

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

Kent Public Library

Downstairs Program Room

Art at the Library with Miss Chris

Calling all of our Mini Picassos! Join us at the Kent Public Library for this five week class where children will find a place to have fun, do art, hang out with new friends, explore, discover and experiment with different art techniques and Self Expressionism! The culmination of this class will be in their very own Art showing where your child’s art will be displayed for family and friends to visit and view their work. This art show will take place on ___________@_______ inside of the Kent Public Library.

*Parents are asked to be active participants with their child during this class.

Goals

Learn basic skills.
Learn new mediums.
Get inspiration from teacher, friends and parents as we work together

All art will be held by Miss Chris after-class and returned after the Art Show.

Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Registration for Non-residents begins March 12th at 10:00 am. Please have a valid library card and/or number to register.

All registrants will be placed on a Wait List and will be admitted as space allows and at the discretion of library staff. Please wait for email notification of your acceptance into the class before attending.

Friends Book Cellar Sale 12-4

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Kent Public Library

Downstairs Program Room

Thousands of gently used books are for sale at bargain basement prices!

Registration is open

Bridge for Beginners

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Kent Public Library

Program Room

New Parents Support Group (Virtual)

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kent Public Library

Fridays 11AM on Zoom!

The New Parents Support Group has met every week since 2014. We provide no-cost, professionally-facilitated support to all parents who seek professional advice, peer companionship, and a welcoming community. This group is open to all. It is co-facilitated by Katherine Whiteside (CPD:CBI) and Dr. Rachel Lemonik (PsyD).

For more info, or to register to get the Zoom link, , please email: beautifulmamas123@gmail.com.