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Shimmie Shake

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: 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

Curbside Service

10:00am - 12:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Program Type: Curbside Service
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Fun Size Kitchen

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: 0-24 Months, Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-3)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 learn important kitchen skills like following directions, stirring,mashin...

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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.

Oodles of Noodles

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
Feeling like your everyday ramen is just too bland? We'll be creating some "souped up" ramen with different recipes and add-ins to kick the flavor up a notch! ...

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.

Senior Set: Splat Studio

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Seniors (Ages 60+)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8

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.

CAP Theatre Board Meeting

6:00pm - 8:00pm
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 B
Purpose of Meeting
Monthly Board Meeting ...

Storytime with Altoona Pediatric Dental

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Toddler (Ages 2-3), PreK (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-3)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
We will be having a special guest from Altoona Pediatric Dental joining our storytime. We will learn all about how to have healthy teeth. Recommended for ages 3-6.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

Curbside Service

10:00am - 12:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Program Type: Curbside Service
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

After School BINGO

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:
Kids can drop-in to play BINGO after school and win cool prizes.  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

Card Making

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join us for a step by step tutorial into card making. All the materials will be provided. Please Note: If you are age 60+ we are offering this program to you during our February Crafting time. Register for that program here. ...

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.

Toddler Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: 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

Out of the Box Game Night

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:
Get your game on with our collection of card, dice, and board games. Don't know how to play?? We'll learn together! Grab a friend and get in here! ...

Pipsqueak Playdate

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: 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

Curbside Service

10:00am - 12:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Program Type: Curbside Service
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Solos

1:00pm - 4:00pm
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
To play dominoes ...

Paint Along with Miss Amber

11:00am - 12:00pm
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: PreK (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Miss Amber will be leading a painting class for kids. We will have the supplies available for you to follow along and create a mini-masterpiece. ...

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.

D.I.Y. Phone Swag

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
We are making charms, stands, and other accessories for your phone or other gadget.  ...

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.

Shimmie Shake

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: 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

Curbside Service

10:00am - 12:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Program Type: Curbside Service
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Wednesday Suncatcher

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
Bring some of Nevermore Academy to your room with our DIY stained glass suncatchers! We'll recreate the famous stained glass window from Wednesday's dorm room using CDs and paint. ...

Senior Set: Card Making

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Seniors (Ages 60+)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7

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.

Event Details:
Please Note: This is a repeat of Card Making. Please register for only 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.

Crafternoon

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: 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, after school 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

LEGO Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-3), Upper Elementary (Grades 4-6)
Program Type: Creative Makers, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4

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.