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Rubber Duck Cosplay

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Using Sharpies, paint, clay, and whatever else we can find, create custom cosplaying ducks based on your favorite fandoms!

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Using Sharpies, paint, clay, and whatever else we can find, create custom cosplaying ducks based on your favorite fandoms!

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Preschool Picasso

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Children, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Event Details:

Discover famous artists through a story and then create your own masterpiece! Creating masterpieces can get messy, so dress accordingly.  

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Discover famous artists through a story and then create your own masterpiece! Creating masterpieces can get messy, so dress accordingly.  

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event.

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Senior Set: Movie Matinee

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Seniors (Ages 60+)
Senior Set: Movie Matinee:

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon while watching a film on our big screen. Come alone or bring a friend! Fresh-popped popcorn and beverages will be provided.

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Seniors (Ages 60+)
Program Type: Movie

Senior Set: Movie Matinee

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon while watching a film on our big screen. Come alone or bring a friend! Fresh-popped popcorn and beverages will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Registration is Not Required

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LEGO Club

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
LEGO Club:

Do you like building with LEGOs? Then you'll love LEGO Club! Come build a masterpiece; we'll supply the LEGOs.

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Creative Makers, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 22

LEGO Club

Do you like building with LEGOs? Then you'll love LEGO Club! Come build a masterpiece; we'll supply the LEGOs.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event.

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Toddler Time

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3)
Toddler Time:

Get ready to read, dance, and play at this interactive storytime! Join us for a half-hour of books, rhymes, and music perfect for your little ones. There will be a half-hour of fre...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3)
Program Type: Storytime

Toddler Time

Get ready to read, dance, and play at this interactive storytime! Join us for a half-hour of books, rhymes, and music perfect for your little ones. There will be a half-hour of free play time afterwards. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

Hooks and Needles

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Yarn lovers, unite! Bring a project you're working on, practice the basics, or work on a project with us. We'll have beginner patterns and supplies available to try for knitters an...

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Yarn lovers, unite! Bring a project you're working on, practice the basics, or work on a project with us. We'll have beginner patterns and supplies available to try for knitters and crocheters.

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Adult Coloring @ Brightside

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Adults (18+), Seniors (Ages 60+)
Adult Coloring at Brightside Aleworks:

Join us at Brightside Aleworks (480 Center Pl) at 6:30pm for a fun night of coloring! We will bring the art supplies, you can bring your friends and money for drinks!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors (Ages 60+)
Program Type: Creative Makers

Adult Coloring at Brightside Aleworks

Join us at Brightside Aleworks (480 Center Pl) at 6:30pm for a fun night of coloring! We will bring the art supplies, you can bring your friends and money for drinks!

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is Not Required

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Pipsqueak Playdate

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Pipsqueak Playdate:

Play & socialization are important early literacy skills. Come participate in art, sensory activities, and free play at your own pace. There will be several stations to explore...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime

Pipsqueak Playdate

Play & socialization are important early literacy skills. Come participate in art, sensory activities, and free play at your own pace. There will be several stations to explore!   

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

Solos

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Altoona Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Playing dominoes

Permission to use library meeting space in no way implies that the library supports the views espoused by the group.
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Playing dominoes

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Shimmie Shake

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Shimmie Shake:

Come dance, groove, and learn at this interactive storytime filled with songs, dance and fun stories! Parents are encouraged to come ready to work out and dance along with their ki...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime

Shimmie Shake

Come dance, groove, and learn at this interactive storytime filled with songs, dance and fun stories! Parents are encouraged to come ready to work out and dance along with their kids.
 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

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Fun Size Kitchen

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-3)
Event Details:

It's lunch time, so let's measure, mix, and make something amazing together!  Preschoolers and their caregivers will prepare a snack based on a story. We'll also lea...

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-3)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

It's lunch time, so let's measure, mix, and make something amazing together!  Preschoolers and their caregivers will prepare a snack based on a story.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event.

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Senior Set: Splat Studio

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Seniors (Ages 60+)
Senior Set: Splat Studio:

The library supplies a prepared canvas for dry painting, acrylic paints, brushes, easels, aprons, and space for you to spread out. We'll even post some ideas for inspiration or you...

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Seniors (Ages 60+)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Senior Set: Splat Studio

The library supplies a prepared canvas for dry painting, acrylic paints, brushes, easels, aprons, and space for you to spread out. We'll even post some ideas for inspiration or you can bring your own. This is not a guided painting event.

Registration required, must be 60+ to attend.

This is a repeat of Splat Studio. Please register for one, duplicate registrations will be cancelled.

Disclaimer(s)

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event.

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Galaxy Jars

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Event Details:

Join us to create your very only galaxy in a jar. We'll have all sorts of sparkly bits and bobs- you decide what your universe will look like.

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us to create your very only galaxy in a jar. We'll have all sorts of sparkly bits and bobs- you decide what your universe will look like.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event.

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Pipsqueak Playdate

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Pipsqueak Playdate:

Play & socialization are important early literacy skills. Come participate in art, sensory activities, and free play at your own pace. There will be several stations to explore...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime

Pipsqueak Playdate

Play & socialization are important early literacy skills. Come participate in art, sensory activities, and free play at your own pace. There will be several stations to explore!   

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

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Shimmie Shake

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Shimmie Shake:

Come dance, groove, and learn at this interactive storytime filled with songs, dance and fun stories! Parents are encouraged to come ready to work out and dance along with their ki...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime

Shimmie Shake

Come dance, groove, and learn at this interactive storytime filled with songs, dance and fun stories! Parents are encouraged to come ready to work out and dance along with their kids.
 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

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Crafty Kids

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Children, PreK (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Crafty Kids:

Creative crafts for creative kids! Our crafts can get messy sometimes, so please dress accordingly.    

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, PreK (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Crafty Kids

Creative crafts for creative kids! Our crafts can get messy sometimes, so please dress accordingly.  

 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event.

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Senior Set: Crafting

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Seniors (Ages 60+)
Senior Set: Crafting:

Get guided, step-by-step instructions to complete a unique craft from start to finish. All materials are provided. Adults ages 60+ only. Registration is required and...

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Seniors (Ages 60+)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 16

Senior Set: Crafting

Get guided, step-by-step instructions to complete a unique craft from start to finish. All materials are provided. Adults ages 60+ only. Registration is required and space is limited.

Disclaimer(s)

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event.

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LEGO Club

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
LEGO Club:

Do you like building with LEGOs? Then you'll love LEGO Club! Come build a masterpiece; we'll supply the LEGOs.

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Creative Makers, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

LEGO Club

Do you like building with LEGOs? Then you'll love LEGO Club! Come build a masterpiece; we'll supply the LEGOs.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event.

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Program Type: Library Meeting
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Meet The Maker Hub- Glowforge

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Event Details:

Get to know all the tools the Maker Hub has to offer. Each session will focus on a different tool- this session is focused on the Glowforge. Kids will learn how laser cutters work,...

Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Creative Makers, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Get to know all the tools the Maker Hub has to offer. Each session will focus on a different tool- this session is focused on the Glowforge.

Disclaimer(s)

Maker Hub

Maker Hub use is available for ages 18+. Minors must be accompanied by a legally responsible adult with the appropriate training certificate (issued by the library). You will be required to maintain proof of your certification(s). A waiver is required every time you use the Maker Hub. Waivers are available at the front desk, to be signed when you arrive for your Maker time slot.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event.

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Toddler Time

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3)
Toddler Time:

Get ready to read, dance, and play at this interactive storytime! Join us for a half-hour of books, rhymes, and music perfect for your little ones. There will be a half-hour of fre...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3)
Program Type: Storytime

Toddler Time

Get ready to read, dance, and play at this interactive storytime! Join us for a half-hour of books, rhymes, and music perfect for your little ones. There will be a half-hour of free play time afterwards. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

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Crafternoon

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Children, PreK (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Event Details:

Drop in for a quick craft in the Children's Room! Available while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, PreK (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Event Details:

Drop in for a quick craft in the Children's Room! Available while supplies last. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

Water bottle, weights, apple, and towel setting on table with library logo on wall behind

Pipsqueak Playdate

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Pipsqueak Playdate:

Play & socialization are important early literacy skills. Come participate in art, sensory activities, and free play at your own pace. There will be several stations to explore...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime

Pipsqueak Playdate

Play & socialization are important early literacy skills. Come participate in art, sensory activities, and free play at your own pace. There will be several stations to explore!   

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required