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SUMMARY:The Story Box with Anjali Morard (ages 6–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\nFor this event\, Anjali Morard will read her picture book Fortnum’s Night Out\, then participants will discuss the elements that make up a story. Each participating child will then create their own story with guidance and tips from Anjali. \n\nChildren between the ages 6–8 must have a chaperone with them to assist with the written portion of the event. Children ages 9–12 may participate in Library programs on their own\, while their chaperone remains inside the Library. \nAll caregivers are welcome to join in this activity with their children. \nAbout Anjali Morard: Anjali is a scientist who recently published her first children’s book. She has a PhD in psychology and was a research fellow for several years in child development. She loves writing\, and her goal is to spark curiosity in the mind of the reader. Fortnum’s Night Out is her first picture book. A hardcover is available for sale (to be picked-up directly from the author) via Anjali Morard’s website.The softcover version of the book is available on Amazon. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1668599547345{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.  \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSefRELLFLuyYs85jr8yj7IZhw4qXOUEyD6u3VtNMR7Rha9htw%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/the-story-box-with-anjali-morard-ages-6-12/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221207T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221207T153000
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SUMMARY:Story Hour: Ships\, Ahoy! (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For this Story Hour\, we’ll read stories about ships and boats of all sizes\, such as Rescue Squade No. 9 by Mike Austin. \nThis Story Hour will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and Library Volunteer Mary Wessels. They will read books and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Plan to join in\, sing along\, and move around\, and model movement and listening for your little one. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1668599619583{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information:  \nThis event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.  \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSd01KbN7tkGCHtzU2zwb8cAv6OmDWnShq4Bn96q7IvWguyevg%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/story-hour-ships-ahoy-ages-3-5/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221210T110000
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SUMMARY:Grace the Giraffe in Paris (ages 3–10)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]3–10 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us for a special event with author Oliver Gee and illustrator Lina Nordin Gee as they read their new picture book Grace the Giraffe in Paris. Following the reading\, Lina will show participants how to draw a giraffe and then the pair will answer questions about what inspired this fantastical tale\, and they’ll share the fun facts they discovered as they created the story. \nThis live\, interactive event will be hosted in the Children’s Library—Early. Library programs are created to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Books will be available for purchase at the event.  \nAbout Oliver Gee and Lina Nordin Gee: Together\, Oliver Gee and Lina Nordin Gee created Kylie the Crocodile in Paris\, Roger the Liger in Paris\, and Grace the Giraffe in Paris. Oliver Gee is the creator of the award-winning podcast about Paris and France\, The Earful Tower. He used to be a full-time journalist in Paris\, but switched to podcasting in December 2017. Lina Nordin Gee runs a chic shoe and handbag company\, Deuxième Studios\, and likes to draw and paint. You can see her illustrations on Instagram @ParisianPostcards. Find out more about The Earful Tower or purchase your own copy of Grace the Giraffe in Paris\, their third picture book\, here.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1668599446015{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.  \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSf1xktKAjtaQgU0XwaQSkijsnhoyq_U6ML1ZnmgM3Tcm-JbgQ%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:Story Hour: Meals Together (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For this Story Hour\, we’ll read stories about food\, family meals\, and cooking and baking together\, such as Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by KevinNoble Maillard\, illustrated by Juana Matinez-Neal. \nThis Story Hour will be hosted by Assistant Children’s and Teens’ Services Librarian Jason Hazard and Library Volunteer Mary Wessels. They will read books and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Plan to join in\, sing along\, and move around\, and model movement and listening for your little one. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1668601386350{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: \nThis event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.  \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLScMADhcQl6IB0JTIh3NOs2nD62-5ahbkVjN52ptILtdMZgYQg%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/story-hour-meals-together-ages-3-5/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221217T110000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Series: Treasure Map-Making (ages 6–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join Assistant Children’s and Teens’ Services Librarian Jason and volunteers in the Children’s Library to learn about treasure seekers and pirates in history\, then create your own treasure map to take home. \nEach child (aged 6–12) may participate in the program on their own\, while their chaperone remains inside the Library.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1668698333449{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: \nThis event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.  \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSejl2URSKBRawLQS4AhbC3a0tcoRoYYuzwUVox9tvm6Uqt-lw%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/saturday-series-treasure-map-making-ages-6-12/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221218T140000
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SUMMARY:Library Explorers (8–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join Assistant Children’s and Teens’ Services Librarian Jason Hazard for a workshop dedicated to research. We’ll focus on ways to gather accurate information\, and find out new and fascinating facts about the Library! \nParticipants who have a portable computer or electronic tablet are encouraged to bring them along for this workshop.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1670328556037{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information:  \nThis event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Please note: masks are strongly encouraged for all Library visitors ages 6 and up\, staff\, and volunteers. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.  \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSdc0oO9S2ZN49SJxj7Wtssnb51T5S-hqzzlvu0sNzXERNeK9g%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/library-explorers-8-12/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221222T110000
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SUMMARY:Toddler Time (ages 1–3)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\n\nStories featured during our Toddler Time programs include short picture books and board books\, such as Please\, Baby\, Please by Spike Lee and Tonya Lewis Lee\, illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Kadir Nelson\, which will be included in this 22 December event. \nOur Toddler Time is for children ages 1–3 and their caregivers\, and lasts 30 minutes. This session will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads. Each child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone\, and chaperones are required to remain with their children for the duration of the program. Parents and caregivers are expected to sit with their children beside them\, or in their laps\, and participate in the program. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1668697425131{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: \nThis event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.  \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLScNXCaIo54N4ITafQwIU9NEd6hq84dsgl7Gt_pxvXNKwg1zjA%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/toddler-time-ages-1-3-25/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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