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SUMMARY:Indoor Dance Party (all ages) (VIRTUAL - CLICK HERE)
DESCRIPTION:For all ages!\n \n  \nChildren and their grown-ups\, teens\, and adults are invited to join us for an indoor dance party direct to your living room\, kitchen\, bedroom\, or wherever you connect. Caregivers are requested to join in with their little ones and participate in the program. \nAs the situation with Covid-19 evolves\, here at the Library we continue to monitor the news carefully. We’re moving as many programs for children and teens as possible to a virtual format through the end of March.  We will run this program by connecting online via Zoom.\n\n \nWhile we usually don’t recommend screen use for young children\, as per guidance from specialists (see articles here\, here and here)\, video conferencing can be appropriate when mediated by an adult. We will lead you in songs like “Go Bananas\,” “Twist and Shout\,” and more during this dance-along virtual session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, and move around\, as you would do in one of our in-person events. Adults are welcome.\n\n\n\nChildren’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste\, and Children’s and Teens’ Services Librarian Kirsty will be ready for you by 10h15 with guest guitarist and singer Emily Bonn. Find out more about Emily here. You can join at anytime after 10h15 on Friday 27 March via Zoom. The session will begin at 10h30. \nJoin the virtual Indoor Dance Party (hosted on Zoom): https://zoom.us/j/735852327 \n\nMeeting ID: 715 746 492 \nThis virtual Indoor Dance Party is free and open to the public.\n \n  \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/indoor-dance-party-all-ages-virtual-click-here/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:Sing-Along with Emily Bonn (all ages) (VIRTUAL - CLICK HERE)
DESCRIPTION:For all ages!\n \n  \nChildren and their grown-ups are invited to join us for a sing-along with musician Emily Bonn. Caregivers are requested to sit with their little ones and participate in the program. We recommend finding your shakers\, and rattles before the program\, or creating a makeshift instrument from your kitchen (for example: a plastic Tupperware and a wooden spoon). \nAs the situation with Covid-19 evolves\, here at the Library we continue to monitor the news carefully. We’re moving as many programs for children and teens as possible to a virtual format through the end of March.  We will run this program by connecting online via Zoom.\n\n \nWhile we usually don’t recommend screen use for young children\, as per guidance from specialists (see articles here\, here and here)\, video conferencing can be appropriate when mediated by an adult. We will lead you in songs such as Train is a Coming\, If I Had a Rooster\, and more during this virtual sing-along session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, and move around\, as you would do in one of our in-person events. If you join in this virtual session with your child\, it will be as important as ever to model movement and song for your children. Adults are welcome.\n\n\nVolunteer host Emily Bonn will be ready for you by 10h15. You can join at anytime after 10h15 on Tuesday 20 March via Zoom. The session will begin at 10h30. \nJoin the virtual Story Hour (hosted on Zoom): https://zoom.us/j/548148340 \n\nMeeting ID: 548 148 340 \nWith your help\, we can develop and nurture your child’s love of books and the library! \nThis virtual sing-along is free and open to the public.\n \n  \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/sing-along-with-emily-bonn-all-ages-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20200320T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20200320T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T163400Z
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SUMMARY:Indoor Dance Party (all ages) (VIRTUAL - CLICK HERE)
DESCRIPTION:For all ages!\n \n  \nChildren and their grown-ups are invited to join us for an indoor dance party direct to your living room\, kitchen\, bedroom\, or wherever you connect. Caregivers are requested to join in with their little ones and participate in the program. \nAs the situation with Covid-19 evolves\, here at the Library we continue to monitor the news carefully. We’re moving as many programs for children and teens as possible to a virtual format through the end of March.  We will run this program by connecting online via Zoom.\n\n \nWhile we usually don’t recommend screen use for young children\, as per guidance from specialists (see articles here\, here and here)\, video conferencing can be appropriate when mediated by an adult. We will lead you in songs like Go Bananas\, I’m a Little Teapot\, and more during this dance-along virtual session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, and move around\, as you would do in one of our in-person events. If you join in this virtual session\, it will be as important as ever to model movement and song for your children. Adults are welcome.\n\n\n\nChildren’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste will be ready for you by 10h15. You can join at anytime after 10h15 on Friday 20 March via Zoom. The session will begin at 10h30. \nJoin the virtual Indoor Dance Party (hosted on Zoom): https://zoom.us/j/735852327 \n\nMeeting ID: 735 852 327 \nWith your help\, we can develop and nurture your child’s love of books and the library! \nThis virtual Indoor Dance Party is free and open to the public.\n \n  \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/indoor-dance-party-virtual-click-here/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20200318T103000
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SUMMARY:Story Hour (ages 3-5): Classics & Favorites (VIRTUAL)
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-5 \n  \n3-5 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us for our weekly Wednesday Story Hour! No advance registration is required. The program lasts 45 minutes and features songs\, stories and hand rhymes in English. Caregivers are requested to sit with their little ones and participate in the program. \nAs the situation with Covid-19 evolves\, here at the Library we continue to monitor the news carefully. We’re moving as many programs for children and teens as possible to a virtual format through the end of March.  We will maintain this program by connecting online via Zoom.\n\n \nWhile we usually don’t recommend screen use for young children\, as per guidance from specialists (see articles here\, here and here)\, video conferencing can be appropriate when mediated by an adult. We will happily read books and lead you in stories during this virtual session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, and move around\, as you would do in one of our in-person events. If you join in this virtual session\, it will be as important as ever to model movement and song for your little one.\n\n\n\nChildren’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste will be ready for you by 10h15. You can join at anytime after 10h15 on Wedensday 18 March via Zoom. The session will begin at 10h30. \nJoin the virtual Story Hour (hosted on Zoom): https://zoom.us/j/424077102 \n\nMeeting ID: 424 077 102 \nWith your help\, we can develop and nurture your child’s love of books and the library! \nThis virtual Story Hour is free and open to the public.\n \n  \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/story-hour-ages-3-5-bikes-and-trikes/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:Saturday Series: Flip books and pop-ups
DESCRIPTION:for ages 6-12 \n  \n \n  \nJoin us for a reading of some three dimensional pop-up book stories\, and fun flip books\, and then get tips and tricks to create your own pop-up book or flip book to take home. You can create your own original funny\, silly\, scary\, realistic or cute with our help! Materials will be provided by the Library. This event will take place in the Children’s Library. \nNo sign-up required. \nParents welcome! \n  \nThis program does not require advance registration\, however\, each child attending must have their own Library card\, or be covered by a family membership otherwise the non-member fee applies. Unless otherwise stated\, all programs are free for library members and 10€ for non-members. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with these guidelines so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/saturday-series-pop-ups-and-flip-books/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:Story Hour (ages 3-5): Classics & Favorites
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-5 \n  \n3-5 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us for our weekly Wednesday Story Hour! No advance registration is required\, but we recommend that you arrive a few minutes early\, as seating is limited. The program lasts one hour and features songs\, stories and hand rhymes in English followed by a simple craft project that children can take home and keep. Caregivers are expected to sit on the floor with their little ones and participate in the program. \n  \nFor this Story Hour\, we’ll be reading classic tales and a few new favorites! \n  \n \n  \nPlease remember: \n– each child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone \n– arrive on time so that everyone can make the most of this activity \n– accompanying adults are expected to actively participate in the program \n– sing along to the best of your ability to model for your little ones \n– use quiet voices when leaving the Children’s Library \n– the use of cell phones is not permitted during this activity \n– pass on guidelines to nannies and other caregivers \nWith your help\, we can develop and nurture your child’s love of books and the library! \n  \n  \n\nWednesday Story Hours are drop-in and do not require advance registration. However\, each child attending Story Hour must have their own Library card\, or be covered by a family membership otherwise the non-member fee applies. Unless otherwise stated\, all programs are free for library members and 10€ for non-members. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with these guidelines so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/story-hour-ages-3-5-classics-favorites-5/2020-02-26/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20200215T160000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Series: Black History Month Scavenger Hunt (ages 6-12)
DESCRIPTION:For ages 6-12 \n  \nLet’s celebrate Black History Month by finding out more about literary and artistic figures from the 20th and 21st centuries! \n  \n  \nJoin us for stories and a scavenger hunt through the Library. Prizes will be given to those who complete the scavenger hunt. Children under the ages of 9 will require an adult chaperone to assist them during this event. \n  \nThis program does not require advance registration\, however\, each child attending must have their own Library card\, or be covered by a family membership otherwise the non-member fee applies. Unless otherwise stated\, all programs are free for library members and 10€ for non-members. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with these guidelines so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Active membership cards and possibly other identification will be required for entry. \n  \nNo sign-up necessary!  \nParents Welcome! \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/saturday-series-black-history-month-scavenger-hunt-ages-6-12/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20200212T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20200212T113000
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SUMMARY:Story Hour (ages 3-5): Valentine's Day
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-5 \n  \n3-5 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us for our weekly Wednesday Story Hour! No advance registration is required\, but we recommend that you arrive a few minutes early\, as seating is limited. The program lasts one hour and features songs\, stories and hand rhymes in English followed by a simple craft project that children can take home and keep. Caregivers are expected to sit on the floor with their little ones and participate in the program. \n  \nFor this Story Hour\, we’ll be reading stories all about Valentine’s Day! \n  \n \n  \nPlease remember: \n– each child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone \n– arrive on time so that everyone can make the most of this activity \n– accompanying adults are expected to actively participate in the program \n– sing along to the best of your ability to model for your little ones \n– use quiet voices when leaving the Children’s Library \n– the use of cell phones is not permitted during this activity \n– pass on guidelines to nannies and other caregivers \nWith your help\, we can develop and nurture your child’s love of books and the library! \n  \n  \n\nWednesday Story Hours are drop-in and do not require advance registration. However\, each child attending Story Hour must have their own Library card\, or be covered by a family membership otherwise the non-member fee applies. Unless otherwise stated\, all programs are free for library members and 10€ for non-members. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with these guidelines so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/story-hour-ages-3-5-valentines-day-3/2020-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20200205T103000
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SUMMARY:Story Hour (ages 3-5): What is a Rainbow?
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-5 \n  \n3-5 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us for our weekly Wednesday Story Hour! No advance registration is required\, but we recommend that you arrive a few minutes early\, as seating is limited. The program lasts one hour and features songs\, stories and hand rhymes in English followed by a simple craft project that children can take home and keep. Caregivers are expected to sit on the floor with their little ones and participate in the program. \n  \nFor this Story Hour\, we’ll be reading stories all about colors and the colors in the rainbow! \n  \n \n  \nPlease remember: \n– each child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone \n– arrive on time so that everyone can make the most of this activity \n– accompanying adults are expected to actively participate in the program \n– sing along to the best of your ability to model for your little ones \n– use quiet voices when leaving the Children’s Library \n– the use of cell phones is not permitted during this activity \n– pass on guidelines to nannies and other caregivers \nWith your help\, we can develop and nurture your child’s love of books and the library! \n  \n  \n\nWednesday Story Hours are drop-in and do not require advance registration. However\, each child attending Story Hour must have their own Library card\, or be covered by a family membership otherwise the non-member fee applies. Unless otherwise stated\, all programs are free for library members and 10€ for non-members. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with these guidelines so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/story-hour-ages-3-5-what-is-a-rainbow/2020-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20200115T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20200115T113000
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CREATED:20191120T115605Z
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SUMMARY:Story Hour (ages 3-5): Day of Dragons
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-5 \n  \n3-5 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us for our weekly Wednesday Story Hour! No advance registration is required\, but we recommend that you arrive a few minutes early\, as seating is limited. The program lasts one hour and features songs\, stories and hand rhymes in English followed by a simple craft project that children can take home and keep. Caregivers are expected to sit on the floor with their little ones and participate in the program. \n  \nFor this Story Hour\, we’ll be reading stories all about dragons. \n  \n \n  \nPlease remember: \n– each child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone\n– arrive on time so that everyone can make the most of this activity\n– sing along to the best of your ability to model for your little ones\n– use quiet voices when leaving the Children’s Library\n– pass on guidelines to nannies and other caregivers \nWith your help\, we can develop and nurture your child’s love of books and the library! \n  \n  \n\nWednesday Story Hours are drop-in and do not require advance registration. However\, each child attending Story Hour must have their own Library card\, or be covered by a family membership otherwise the non-member fee applies. Unless otherwise stated\, all programs are free for library members and 10€ for non-members. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with these guidelines so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/story-hour-ages-3-5-day-of-dragons/2020-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:Library is closed
DESCRIPTION:The Library is closed from Tuesday 22 December 2019 until Wednesday 1 January 2020. The Library will reopen at 10h00 on Thursday 2 January 2020.
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/library-is-closed-62/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Kids,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20191218T103000
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SUMMARY:Story Hour (ages 3-5): In the Forest
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-5 \n  \n3-5 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us for our weekly Wednesday Story Hour! No advance registration is required\, but we recommend that you arrive a few minutes early\, as seating is limited. The program lasts one hour and features songs\, stories and hand rhymes in English followed by a simple craft project that children can take home and keep. Caregivers are expected to sit on the floor with their little ones and participate in the program. \n  \nFor this Story Hour\, we’ll be reading stories set in the forest! \n  \n \n  \nPlease remember: \n– each child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone\n– arrive on time so that everyone can make the most of this activity\n– sing along to the best of your ability to model for your little ones\n– use quiet voices when leaving the Children’s Library\n– pass on guidelines to nannies and other caregivers \nWith your help\, we can develop and nurture your child’s love of books and the library! \n  \n  \n\nWednesday Story Hours are drop-in and do not require advance registration. However\, each child attending Story Hour must have their own Library card\, or be covered by a family membership otherwise the non-member fee applies. Unless otherwise stated\, all programs are free for library members and 10€ for non-members. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with these guidelines so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/story-hour-ages-3-5-in-the-forest/2019-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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