Silly Songs with Matt Black (all ages)
2023-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/Paris) | The American Library in Paris
Join musician and educator Matt Black for an hour of silly songs—including childhood classics, Library favorites, and surprises.

About Matt Black: Matt Black has worked as an educator for more than 30 years, and gets big thrills as a guitarist and vocalist with beloved Paris party band The Doodads. In 2012, he searched Paris for a rock band program for his daughter—and when he couldn’t find one, he created Rock U.!

Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult chaperone for the duration of the program.

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. Questions 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.

Story Hour: Birthdays (ages 3–5)
2023-05-17 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about birthdays and birthday celebrations. Each Story Hour program features short picture books such as I Got a Chicken for My Birthday by Laura Gehl and illustrated by Sarah Horne, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads. 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. Important information:
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. Questions 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.

Saturday Series: Humans vs. Zombies (ages 6–12)
2023-05-20 11:00 - 12:00
Learn about zombies from literature with Front of House Assistant Sinamen McGee, and then try out our original book-inspired game to see if you can beat the zombies!

Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library.
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. Questions 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.

Story Hour: Share a Smile (ages 3–5)
2023-05-24 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about kindness, and caring for each other. Each Story Hour program features short picture books such as Because Amelia Smiled by David Ezra Stein, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and the Children’s and Teens’ Services Intern. 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. Important information:
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. Questions 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.

Toddler Time (ages 1–3)
2023-05-25 11:00 - 11:30
Stories featured during our Toddler Time programs include short picture books and board books, such as Puppy Truck by Caldecott Honor recipient Brian Pinkney, which will be included in this 18 May event.
Our 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. 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. Questions 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.

Battle of the Books (ages 6–12)
2023-05-27 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a morning of friendly competition! Children and their grown-ups will be placed in teams to complete trivia challenges all about children’s books—from picture books by Eric Carle to novels-in-verse such as Brown Girl Dreaming, and graphic novels like Guts.
Prizes will be awarded!
Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this event with their children. 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. Questions 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.

Story Hour: Money Matters (ages 3–5)
2023-05-31 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about money, saving, estimating, and how to imagine numbers. Each Story Hour program features short picture books such as A Chair for My Mother by Vera B. Williams, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services staff and volunteers. 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. Important information:
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. Questions 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.

Toddler Time (ages 1–3)
2023-06-01 11:00 - 11:30
Stories 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 Kadir Nelson which will be included in this 1 June event.
Our 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. 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. Questions 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.

Saturday Series: Design-Your-Own Book Cover (ages 6–12)
2023-06-03 11:00 - 12:00
Create an original book cover for a story you love! Front of House Assistant Sinamen MaGee will host this event with Library volunteers. All supplies will be provided by the Library.

Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library. 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. Questions 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.

Story Hour: Winged Wonders (ages 3–5)
2023-06-07 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about birds and other winged wonders. Each Story Hour program features picture books such as Hummingbird by Nicola Davies and illustrated by Jane Ray, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and Children’s and Teens’ Services Intern Kelly Cummings. 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. Important information:
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. Questions 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.

Saturday Series: Super Comics (ages 6–12)
2023-06-10 11:00 - 12:00
Join Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and Library volunteers for a morning dedicated to comics. Learn the language of comics, comic books, and graphic novels and then create your own.
Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library. 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. Questions 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.

Story Hour: Beach Party (ages 3–5)
2023-06-14 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about the beach, the sea, and ocean creatures. Each Story Hour program features picture books such as Hot Dog by Doug Salati, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and Children’s and Teens’ Services Intern Kelly Cummings. 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. 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. Questions 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.

Toddler Time (ages 1–3)
2023-06-15 11:00 - 11:30
Stories featured during our Toddler Time programs include short picture books and board books, such as Monday is One Day by Arthur A. Levine, illustrated by Julian Hector, which will be included in this 15 June event.
Our 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, with the help of Assistant Children’s and Teens’ Services Librarian Jason Hazard. 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. 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. Questions 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.

Young Authors Fiction Festival Celebration 2023: Kindergarten/Grande Section–5th Grade/CM2
2023-06-16 18:00 - 19:00
The 2023 Young Authors Fiction Festival culminates with a celebration event on Friday 16 June 2023 at the American Library in Paris. Come join us as we celebrate the stories that were selected for top honors and all the young authors who participated in this year’s YAFF. Each finalist will be awarded a certificate and personalized bookmark. YAFF celebration booklets with the stories of all the 1st to 5th place winners will be available for 20€ per booklet at the celebration event.

The YAFF celebration event is in two parts: lower grades and upper grades.
Lower Grades 18h00–19h00: The finalists in the lower grades (CP/1st–CM2/5th Grade) are asked to arrive for registration at 17h45, with the ceremony beginning at 18h00.
Upper Grades 19h30–20h30: The finalists in the upper grades (6ème/6th Grade–Terminale/12th Grade) are asked to arrive for registration at 19h15, with the ceremony beginning at 19h30.

About the Young Authors Fiction Festival
The American Library in Paris is proud to be the organizer of the Young Authors Fiction Festival. YAFF aims to strengthen community among English-speakers in the Paris area through the art and craft of storytelling. YAFF is open to all students ages 5 to 18 in France who write in English. Submission to YAFF 2023 closed on 1 April 2023. For more information about YAFF please visit americanlibraryinparis.org/yaff/
For questions regarding the YAFF celebration event, please contact the YAFF team at yaff@americanlibraryinparis.org.

The Library would like to thank the sponsors of YAFF 2023: The British Council in France, and Union School. Important information: Advance registration is required to attend this event. All Library visitors, including 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. Questions about the Library’s 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.

Young Authors Fiction Festival Celebration 2023: 6th Grade/6ème–12th Grade/Terminale
2023-06-16 19:30 - 20:30

Saturday Series: Constellation Exploration (ages 6–12)
2023-06-17 11:00 - 12:00
Join Children’s and Teens’ Services Intern Kelly Cummings and volunteers for a morning dedicated to exploring the stars and constellations. After learning about the stars, participants will each create their own paper star viewer.
Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library. 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. Questions 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.

Story Hour: French Figures (ages 3–5)
2023-06-21 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about famous figures from France and famous fictional French characters. Each Story Hour program features short picture books such as The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau by Michelle Markel and illustrated by Amanda Hall, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Assistant Children’s and Teens’ Services Librarian Jason Hazard and Children’s and Teens’ Services Intern Kelly Cummings. 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. Important information:
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. Questions 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.

The Me I Choose to Be, with Natasha Tarpley (ages 3–adult)
2023-06-24 14:00 - 15:30
Meet children’s author Natasha Tarpley, and listen as she reads from two of her picture books. Ms. Tarpley will answer audience questions after the reading, and then lead participants in a short activity around the award-winning book The Me I Choose To Be.

Ms. Tarpley will be signing books, and books will be available for purchase at this event courtesy of The Abbey Bookshop.

About Natasha Tarpley: Natasha Tarpley is the author of the best-selling picture book, I Love My Hair!, as well as other acclaimed titles for children and adults. She is the recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship among other awards. When she is not writing books, Ms. Tarpley can usually be found reading them. She has also taken up the cruel and unusual hobby of running marathons. Ms.Tarpley is the co-founder of Voonderbar! Media, a multicultural children’s book media company. She lives with her husband and the ghosts of two cats on the south side of Chicago. Visit Natasha’s website for more information about her work: www.natashatarpleywrites.com.

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. Questions 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.

Story Hour: Friends Forever (ages 3–5)
2023-06-28 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about friends—making them and keeping them. Each Story Hour program features short picture books such as My Best Friend by Julie Fogliano and Jillian Tamaki, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Children and Teens Services Manager Celeste Rhoads, Children and Teens Services Intern Kelly Cummings, and Visiting Librarian Libby Molina. 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. Important information:
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. Questions 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.

Summer Reading Club Kick-Off (ages 0–12)
2023-07-01
Open to all Library members ages 0–12!
Register for the Summer Reading Club and stop by the Children and Teens Services Desk at the Library to pick up your Challenge Cards or download them online. For each day that you read 30 minutes or more, fill in one of the spaces on the card. After seven days of reading, the card will be complete. When a Challenge Card is completed, stop by the Children and Teens Services Desk to drop off your Challenge Card(s) in our raffle box and enter to win great prizes. A raffle will be held each week throughout the summer. The more challenges you complete, the more chances you have to win. For young children, being read to counts as well!
Read as much as you can between 1 July and 26 August 2023 and turn in your challenge cards at the Children’s and Teens’ Services Desk by 26 August to be entered into the grand prize drawing, and earn your certificate of participation.
Library members who are interested in participating must register for the Summer Reading Club. Registered participants may then stop by the Children and Teens Services Desk at the Library to pick up their challenge cards or download them online.

Registered participants are invited to drop by the Library to meet other readers, play games, and celebrate the beginning of the Library’s Summer Reading Challenge on Saturday 1 July.

Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library. OR: Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this event with their children.
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. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.

The Inquisitor's Tale with Adam Gidwitz (ages 6–adult)
2023-07-01 14:00 - 15:30
Join the Children and Teens Services staff to celebrate children’s author Adam Gidwitz, and listen as he shares stories about creating the award-winning novel The Inquisitor’s Tale, or, The Three Magical Children and Their Holy Dog. Learn how he put his research about thirteenth-century France together and mixed it up with his own stories to create this tale, then stay for a Q&A with the author!

Mr. Gidwitz will be signing books, and books will be available for purchase at this event courtesy of a local bookseller.

About Adam Gidwitz: Adam Gidwitz is the author of the Newbery Honor book The Inquisitor’s Tale, the bestseller A Tale Dark & Grimm and its companions, and the bestselling series The Unicorn Rescue Society. He is also the creator and narrator of the award winning podcast Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, and he helped produce the Emmy-nominated animated adaptation of A Tale Dark & Grimm for Netflix. He lives in Brooklyn, NY with his wife, daughter, and a dog named Lucy Goosey. She is not the inspiration for the holy dog in The Inquisitor’s Tale because there is nothing even remotely holy about her. Still, she is a good dog. Find out more here.
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. Questions 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.

Story Hour: Boats Ahoy (ages 3–5)
2023-07-05 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about aquatic adventures. Each Story Hour program features short picture books such as The Storm Whale, written and illustrated by Benji Davies, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Assistant Children and Teens Services Librarian, Jason Hazard, Children and Teens Services Intern, Kelly Cummings, and visiting Librarian Libby Molina. 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. Important information:
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. Questions 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.

Saturday Series: Greek Gods (ages 6–12)
2023-07-08 11:00 - 12:00
Join Children and Teens Services Librarian Kirsty McCulloch Reid and volunteers for trivia and fun dedicated to the Greek gods and mythology!

Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library.
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. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.

Story Hour: Up in the Air (ages 3–5)
2023-07-12 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about things that fly. Each Story Hour program features short picture books such as Jumbo by Chris Gall, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Librarian, Kirsty McCulloch Reid, and Children’s and Teens’ Services Intern, Kelly Cummings. 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. Important information:
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. Questions 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.

Toddler Time (ages 1–3)
2023-07-13 11:00 - 11:30
Stories featured during our Toddler Time programs include short picture books and board books, such as Lola at the Library by Anna McQuinn, illustrated by Rosalind Beardshaw, which will be included in this 13 July event.
Our Toddler Time is for children ages 1–3 and their caregivers, and lasts 30 minutes. This session will be hosted by Children and Teens Services Librarian Kirsty McCulloch Reid, with the help of Assistant Children and Teens Services Librarian Jason Hazard. 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. Important information:
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. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.

Story Hour: The Great Outdoors (ages 3–5)
2023-07-19 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about spending time in the great outdoors. Each Story Hour program features short picture books such as Outside In by Deborah Underwood and illustrated by Cindy Derby, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Assistant Children’s and Teens’ Services Librarian Jason Hazard and Children’s and Teens’ Services Librarian Kirsty McCulloch Reid. 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. Important information:
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. Questions 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.

Saturday Series: Printmaking (ages 6–12)
2023-07-22 11:00 - 12:00
Learn about printmaking, then experiment with foam, and root vegetables as you make your own stamps and patterns.
This event will be hosted by Children and Teens Services Intern Kelly Cummings and Front of House Assistant Sinamen MaGee with the help of Library volunteers.

Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library.
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. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.

Story Hour: Hello and Goodbye (ages 3–5)
2023-07-26 14:30 - 15:30
For this Story Hour, we’ll read stories about SUBEJCT. Each Story Hour program features short picture books such as Hello, Hello by Brenden Wenzel, as well as songs and rhymes.
This Story Hour will be hosted by Children and Teens Services Librarian Kirsty McCulloch Reid and Assistant Children and Teens Services Librarian Jason Hazard. 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. Important information:
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. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.

Toddler Time (ages 1–3)
2023-07-27 11:00 - 11:30
Stories featured during our Toddler Time programs include short picture books and board books, such as Maisy’s Wonderful Weather Book by Lucy Cousins, which will be included in this 27 July event.
Our Toddler Time is for children ages 1–3 and their caregivers, and lasts 30 minutes. This session will be hosted by Children and Teens Services Librarian Kirsty McCulloch Reid, with the help of Assistant Children and Teens Services Librarian Jason Hazard. 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. Important information:
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. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.

Saturday Series: Escape the Library (ages 8–12)
2023-07-29 11:00 - 12:00
Solve puzzles and decipher clues to win this game!
This event will be hosted by Children and Teens Services Librarian Kirsty McCulloch Reid with the help of Front of House Assistant Sinamen MaGee and Library volunteers.

Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library. OR: Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this event with their children.
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. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org. This is the main body text about the event. Two or three lines about what will happen.
This event will be hosted by Children and Teens Services staff members with the help of Library volunteers.

Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own, while their chaperone remains inside the Library. OR: Caregivers are encouraged to participate in this event with their children.
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. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.
