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SUMMARY:Story Hour: City Life (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For this program\, join us for tales of living\, exploring and discovering the city! Stories featured in this event include picture books such as Saturday by Oge Mora and Sidewalk Flowers by JonArno Lawson\, illustrated by Sydney Smith (pictured here). We’ll also sing songs and practice rhymes. \nThis program is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Children’s and Teens’ Services staff members will read books in English and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, 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. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704817042485{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]  \nImportant 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.[/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=”” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.events.mylibrary.digital%2Fevent%3Fid%3D366156|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/sh-city-life-2026-2/
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:Black Artist Collective: A Traveling Showcase of Award-Winning Children's Book Authors and Illustrators (ages 5–adult)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join eight Black American authors and illustrators for an exciting evening of conversation about their books for children and teens! This evening event will feature short author readings\, sneak peeks at the writing or illustrating process of each of the creators and a discussion about Paris as inspiration. Meet Paula Chase\, Judy Allen Dodson\, Sharon G. Flake\, Ekua Holmes\, E.B. Lewis\, Ebony L. Mudd\, Kelly Starling Lyons\, and Tricia Elam Walker during this dynamic\, and exciting event! The evening will wrap up with a book signing and reception with light refreshments and drinks. \nAll eight authors will sign books at this event\, and books will be available for purchase at the Library. \nThis event is intended for children\, teens\, and adults ages 5+. Attendees 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. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, and registration is required. Attendees 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_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1785403609170{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-color: #9e0143 !important;}”] \n\n\nImportant information: The discussion will be available in person only. Please note this event will be in English and no translation will be provided. This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Attendees 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. \n\n\n[/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=”” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.events.mylibrary.digital%2Fevent%3Fid%3D375302|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/black-artist-collective-2026/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids,Teens
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SUMMARY:Story Hour: Teddy Bears and Blankies (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For this program\, join us for tales of comfort toys\, security blankets and objects that make us feel safe! Stories featured in this event include picture books such as Found by Salina Yoon\, and Lubna and Pebble by Wendy Maddour\, illustrated by Daniel Egneus (pictured here). We’ll also sing songs and practice rhymes. \nThis program is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Children’s and Teens’ Services staff members will read books in English and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, 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. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704817042485{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]  \nImportant 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.[/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=”” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.events.mylibrary.digital%2Fevent%3Fid%3D366157|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/sh-teddy-bears-and-blankies-2026/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
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SUMMARY:Little People Big Dreams Day with Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara (ages 4–adult)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Little People\, BIG DREAMS creator and author Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara for a morning reading\, then she’ll talk about the beginnings of the series\, what inspires her\, and what figures she might write about next. An audience Q&A will follow\, with fun activity sheets and stickers for the audience to take away with them. Ms. Sánchez Vegara will sign books at this event\, and books will be available for purchase at the Library. \nAbout the author: About the author: Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara is the author and creator of the internationally best-selling series Little People\, BIG DREAMS. Her books combine creativity with learning\, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship between children and pop culture. Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara\, born in Barcelona\, Spain\, is a writer and creative director in constant search of new concepts for children’s books. Her books combine creativity with learning\, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship between children and pop culture. It took Maria Isabel almost 40 years and most of her savings to make her dream of publishing a book come true. In 2012\, after 20 years of working in advertising\, she self-published her first book. Two years later\, she released what was meant to be a birth present for her twin nieces\, Alba and Claudia: the very first title in the Little People\, BIG DREAMS series. The series was first published in Spain as Pequeña & GRANDE by Alba Editorial\, and now Little People\, BIG DREAMS is translated into more than 40 languages. \nThis event is free for Library members and 15€ per person for non-members.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1787829794796{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-color: #9e0143 !important;}”] \n\n\nImportant information: Attendees 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. Please arrive between 10h30–11h00 to check in for this event. Please note this event will be in English and no translation will be provided. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 may participate in a Library on their own\, as long as a parent or guardian over the age of 18 is readily available on the Library premises\, however caregivers are encouraged to attend and enjoy the event with their children. Participants are welcome to arrive early or stay after the program to chat with other readers\, and to find new books in our collections. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers! \n\n\n[/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=”” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.events.mylibrary.digital%2Fevent%3Fid%3D375244|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids,Teens
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