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Coming Up Next!
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Other Options
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TeenScene
Join the Teen Advisory Board or just find out what's going on for Teens!
Mobile Library
Use the Mobile Library?
Check out the schedule of stops near you!
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Other Resources
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For more ideas on what to do in Greater Lafayette, take a look at
Just Kidding!, a monthly guide to family fun in Greater Lafayette.
It's available in the Youth Department, or by subscription:
Just Kidding
P.O. Box 2897
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Phone: 765-463-7029
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Why Read Aloud?
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- Reinforces lifelong reading.
- Enlarges vocabulary.
- Allows for nurturing of shared experiences.
- Demonstrates the connections between oral and written language.
- Arouses the imagination.
- Leads to knowledge about a variety of literature and authors.
- Offers opportunities for active listening.
- Utilizes appropriate language patterns.
- Developes achievment potential.
from the Indiana Department of Education
Jim Trelease on Reading Aloud:
Need some inspiration? Visit this award winning author's site and learn
why reading aloud is so important!
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Programs: 2008
See Storytimes
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Under Construction
For more information about these,
or any programs call 429-0119 or
email the Youth Department!
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Storytimes: Fall 2008
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Storytime Programs:
No registration is required for any storytime program.
Programs are limited to 35 people due to room size.
Please arrive promptly. If the room is full, you may not be admitted.
To arrange a special storytime for six or more children, call 429-0119.
Downtown Library:
Lapsit
Birth to 24 months.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday,
9:30 a.m. in Meeting Room A.
Evening Lapsit
Birth to 24 months
Tuesdays 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Second & Fourth Tuesday
Toddler Times
Ages 24 to 42 months.
Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday,
10:15 a.m. in Meeting Room A.
Evening Toddler Time
2- 3 1/2 years old
Tuesdays 6:30-7:00 p.m.
First & Third Tuesday
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3 1/2 - 6 years.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays,
11:00 a.m., in Meeting Room A.
 Stories Under the Sculpture
Storytime for all ages!
Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Youth Room.
Campus Library
Family Storytime! All ages.
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
Klondike Library
Family Storytime! All ages.
Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
For more information on Campus Library programs, see www.tcpl.lib.in.us/branch/event.html.
The Youth Department offers fewer programs during May, August, and
December due to holidays, vacations, and demands on staff time. If you
have questions, comments, or suggestions about our program offerings,
please call 429-0119, or email the
Youth Department.
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