Library unveils new program for parents, babies

The Library has a new program for parents and babies. The Infant Lap-Sit early literacy class gives newborns and pre-walkers a leg up with rhymes and songs followed by infant play time. More than a literacy program, the Infant Lap-Sit class is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to interact and bond with their baby while meeting other parents with small children.

Infant Lap-Sit is facilitated by Children’s Librarian Suzanne Davis who has been leading story times for various ages for 13 years. Suzanne taught READY for Kindergarten! classes for parents of newborn to 1-year-olds, which included information on early brain development. She has offered early literacy presentations for parents at Head Start and Early Head Start and partners with other organizations to provide outreach services for parents and children. She has participated in numerous early literacy trainings and is passionate and knowledgeable about early childhood development.

Join Suzanne and other parents on Thurs-day at 10 a.m. for Infant Lap-Sit. Suzanne would be happy to answer any questions you may have about this class. You can reach her at 208-263-6930, extension 1211, or suzanne@ebonnerlibrary.org.

The following take place at the Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St., unless otherwise indicated.

- Tuesday, Sept. 25 — Mother Goose, 10 a.m. in the new glass program area in the Children’s Department. New format, six sessions, through Oct. 9. Stories and singing for babies and toddlers 0-3 years old and their caregivers with stay and play until 10:40 a.m. Note that Mother Goose starts 15 minutes earlier. Information: 208-263-6930, ext. 1211, or suzanne@ebonnerlibrary.org.

- Tuesday, Sept. 25 — National Voter Registration Day at the Library, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. at the Sandpoint and Clark Fork libraries. The Library is proud to be part of this event this year. Get your questions answered and be a part of our democratic process and register in time for the midterm election on Nov. 6. Idaho driver’s license number, Idaho state Identification number or last four digits of your Social Security number are required to register. Information: Mike Bauer, 208-265-2665.

- Tuesday, Sept. 25 — Preschool Stories, 11 a.m. in the new glass program area in the Children’s Department. Stories and crafts for kids and their caregivers. Information: 208-263-6930, ext. 1211, or suzanne@ebonnerlibrary.org.

- Tuesday, Sept. 25 — Homework Lab, 3 p.m. Get your homework done. Homework supplies and assistance. Open to second to fifth graders. Information: 208-263-6930, ext. 1211.

- Tuesday, Sept. 25 — Robotics, 3 -5 p.m. at the Clark Fork branch. Information: 208-266-1321.

- Tuesday, Sept. 25 — Explore Virtual Reality, 3-6 p.m., drop-in 20-minute sessions. Explore the world with Google Earth VR, swim in the deep sea, go on a virtual tour, play arcade style games or walk a plank suspended from an 80-story building — all from the safety of The Library. First come, first served. Under 18 must accompany parent consent form. Under 14 must be accompanied by parent/legal guardian. Information: Contact the tech desk, 208-263-6930 ext.1251.

- Tuesday, Sept. 25 — 3D Printing Workshop, 5 p.m. Design your own 3D printed object and learn some fascinating ways 3D printers are being used. Space is limited and pre-registration is required: 208-263-6930.

- Wednesday, Sept. 26 — Clark Fork Stories and More,. 10:30 a.m. at the Clark Fork branch. Stories, crafts, prizes and snacks for kids ages 3-8. Information: 208-266-1321.

- Wednesday, Sept. 26 — Kindness Club. 2:15 p.m. at the East Bonner County Library District’s Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St. Join the kindness revolution. Join us to make a family “thankfulness jar.” Limited supplies. Geared to ages 7-10.

- Wednesday, Sept. 26 — Explore Virtual Reality, 3-7 p.m. drop-in 20-minute sessions.

- Thursday, Sept. 27 — Infant Lapsi, 10 a.m. A rhyme program for pre-walkers and their caregivers. Six-week session, runs through Oct. 25.Pre-registration is required: Suzanne Davis 208-263-6930, ext. 1211, or suzanne@ebonnerlibrary.org.

- Saturday, Sept. 29 — Ponderay Neighbor Day, 1-6 p.m. at 30784 Highway 200 (by Hoot Owl Cafe). A free event with entertainment, food and drink, live music, and lots of family fun. The Library and Kaniksu Land Trust will host a special StoryWalk and activity. For details contact Suzanne at The Library: 208-263-6930, ext. 1211.

- StoryWalk ­— Pages from a children’s book are posted along a trail for a fun, family experience. Enjoy “Wemberly Worried” by Kevin Henkes at Dover City Park and “School’s First Day of School” by Adam Rex at McNearney Park. Read, connect, and get outside at a StoryWalk, a partnership of The Library, Kaniksu Land Trust, and the cities of Dover and Ponderay. For more information, visit ebonnerlibrary.org or call Suzanne Davis 208-263-6930 ext. 1211 or suzanne@ebonnerlibrary.org.

Marcy Timblin is in charge of public relations, marketing and community development for the East Bonner County Library District. She can be reached at 208-208-208-263-6930, ext. 1204.