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Join Howell Library staff on the library lawn for Outdoor Read, Music, Play (RMP), an early literacy experience featuring some favorite rhymes, songs, and stories. Our free RMP sessions are geared toward infants through 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. 

Please note:

• This summer session of RMP (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Tuesday, June 3, through Tuesday, July 29, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

Meet us on the library lawn for Outdoor Family Early Literacy Class. This free event is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers, although family members of all ages are welcome to attend. Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition.

Please note:

• This summer session of the Family Early Literacy Class (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Wednesday, June 4, through Wednesday, July 30, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

Dan the Creature Man is visiting with real live animals that may include snakes, a tarantula, a tortoise, an alligator, a chinchilla, a large lizard, and parrots! This free event is geared toward families with children ages 4 and up. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• We will be sitting on the grass. You can bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.
• This popular event takes place at three times so you can select the time most convenient for your family—check our calendar.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Dan the Creature Man is visiting with real live animals that may include snakes, a tarantula, a tortoise, an alligator, a chinchilla, a large lizard, and parrots! This free event is geared toward families with children ages 4 and up. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• We will be sitting on the grass. You can bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.
• This popular event takes place at three times so you can select the time most convenient for your family—check our calendar.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Dan the Creature Man is visiting with real live animals that may include snakes, a tarantula, a tortoise, an alligator, a chinchilla, a large lizard, and parrots! This free event is geared toward families with children ages 4 and up. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• We will be sitting on the grass. You can bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.
• This popular event takes place at three times so you can select the time most convenient for your family—check our calendar.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Get ready to get messy and have fun exploring art, painting together, and creating family masterpieces. This free event is for families with children ages 3-11; siblings are welcome to attend.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, June 30.

Please register under one family member's name and indicate the number of family members attending. You will use this name when you check in. 

Please note:

• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library.
• Stay home if you are sick.
• This event takes place at three times so you can select the time most convenient for your family—check our calendar for additional time slots.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Get ready to get messy and have fun exploring art, painting together, and creating family masterpieces. This free event is for families with children ages 3-11; siblings are welcome to attend.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, June 30.

Please register under one family member's name and indicate the number of family members attending. You will use this name when you check in. 

Please note:

• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library.
• Stay home if you are sick.
• This event takes place at three times so you can select the time most convenient for your family—check our calendar for additional time slots.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Get ready to get messy and have fun exploring art, painting together, and creating family masterpieces. This free event is for families with children ages 3-11; siblings are welcome to attend.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, June 30.

Please register under one family member's name and indicate the number of family members attending. You will use this name when you check in. 

Please note:

• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library.
• Stay home if you are sick.
• This event takes place at three times so you can select the time most convenient for your family—check our calendar for additional time slots.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media

Join Howell Library staff on the library lawn for Outdoor Read, Music, Play (RMP), an early literacy experience featuring some favorite rhymes, songs, and stories. Our free RMP sessions are geared toward infants through 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. 

Please note:

• This summer session of RMP (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Tuesday, June 3, through Tuesday, July 29, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

You and your child will build early literacy skills while exploring with the senses and interacting with an array of sensory stations. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Meet us on the library lawn for Outdoor Family Early Literacy Class. This free event is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers, although family members of all ages are welcome to attend. Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition.

Please note:

• This summer session of the Family Early Literacy Class (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Wednesday, June 4, through Wednesday, July 30, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

A special machine will blast foam into the library's east front lawn area. While standing or walking through the foam, attendees can play, dance, and sing to family-friendly music. This free event is geared toward families with children ages 3-10. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• The foam is non-toxic, non-staining, and skin-safe.
• We will be outdoors on the grass. You can bring sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• You can wear comfortable clothes or a bathing suit.
• You can bring a towel and/or goggles if you'd like. You will need to dry off and wear shoes to enter the library. The door between the Youth area and the library lawn will be closed for this event. Please use the Clinton Street doors if you'd like to enter the library.
• In case of poor weather, this event may be canceled.
• Stay home if you are sick.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

This live theatre show puts a new spin on the old tale of Sleeping Beauty. After the 30-minute performance, there will be a post-show experience.

This free, drop-in event is geared toward families with students entering PreK through grade 6; siblings are welcome to attend.

The Summer Lunch Bunch will serve a picnic meal at 11:45am. Meals are free and available for anyone to enjoy on a first-come basis.

Please note:

• We will be sitting on the grass. You can bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Join Howell Library staff on the library lawn for Outdoor Read, Music, Play (RMP), an early literacy experience featuring some favorite rhymes, songs, and stories. Our free RMP sessions are geared toward infants through 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. 

Please note:

• This summer session of RMP (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Tuesday, June 3, through Tuesday, July 29, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

Meet us on the library lawn for Outdoor Family Early Literacy Class. This free event is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers, although family members of all ages are welcome to attend. Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition.

Please note:

• This summer session of the Family Early Literacy Class (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Wednesday, June 4, through Wednesday, July 30, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

Parents/caregivers, infants, and toddlers are welcome to meet others while playing and exploring with a wide variety of age-appropriate toys. Unstructured playtime will take place from 10 to 10:45am, followed by a brief clean-up and circle time before the program concludes. Drop-in; no registration required. This event is free.

Thank you to our partner, Great Start Livingston, for attending this event. 

Please stay home if you are sick.

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Work together as a family to create a roller coaster fit for a marble. Explore speed, energy, angles, and more together as you craft and test out your perfect coaster. Each family will be given supplies to work with and have the opportunity to modify, re-test, and make changes as they go. This free event is best for families with children ages 6 and up; siblings are welcome.

Registration is required and begins at 9am on Monday, July 14. Please register one family member's name. 

Please note:

• The marbles used are a choking hazard.
• Stay home if you are sick. 

Library staff may photograph or videotape portions of this event and its attendees for use in promotional materials and on social media.

Join Howell Library staff on the library lawn for Outdoor Read, Music, Play (RMP), an early literacy experience featuring some favorite rhymes, songs, and stories. Our free RMP sessions are geared toward infants through 3-year-olds and their parent(s)/caregiver(s)—though family members of all ages are welcome to enjoy the program. 

Please note:

• This summer session of RMP (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Tuesday, June 3, through Tuesday, July 29, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

Meet us on the library lawn for Outdoor Family Early Literacy Class. This free event is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers, although family members of all ages are welcome to attend. Each class consists of 30 minutes of songs, stories, rhymes/fingerplays, and letter recognition.

Please note:

• This summer session of the Family Early Literacy Class (outdoor; drop-in) runs from Wednesday, June 4, through Wednesday, July 30, at 10am.
• We will be on the library lawn for this event. Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket to sit on, as well as sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray. 
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Stay home if you are sick.

Enjoy a younger version of our popular Little Explorers program. You and your child will build early literacy skills while exploring with the senses and interacting with an array of sensory stations.

Drop-in; no registration required.

Please stay home if you are sick.

Put on your dancing shoes! Parents/caregivers and children 0-5 years old can join library staff for an outdoor dance party featuring 20-30 minutes of nonstop dancing. Get ready to move and groove to both new tunes and old favorites! All ages are welcome to attend this free event. Drop-in; no registration required.

Please note:

• Feel free to bring a tarp/blanket if you'll want to sit and take a break from dancing. Don't forget sunscreen, hats, and/or bug spray.
• In case of poor weather, this event will occur in the library with limited seating available. 
• Please stay home if you are sick.