Upcoming Programs
Tail Waggin’ Tutors – Prescott
Saturday, September 23 starting at 1:00 P.M.
Come read with our Tail Waggin’ Tutor, Prescott. Children practice 15 minutes reading aloud from a book of their choice to our friendly therapy dog. Reading with a dog can help young readers become more confident as they discover the joy of reading.
*Registration is required for a 15-minute reading timeslot. Registration opens one week prior to event. This event is for children ages 4-12 years old.
Storytime
At 10:00 on Monday September 25, and October 2
Join Miss Amanda for stories, songs, movement and crafts that encourage the development of early learning skills. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers. This is a drop-in program, no registration is required.
Puzzle Tournament
Saturday, September 30 at 1:00 P.M.
Always puzzled by the one puzzle piece that is missing? Then rest assure, all the pieces will be here for this puzzle tournament! Sign up with a group of 2-4 people. Single puzzlers will be assigned to a group. The team closest to completing the jigsaw puzzle when time runs out wins! Each member of the winning team will receive an award. Registration begins September 9.
Mini and Me
Friday, October 6 at 10:00 A.M.
Come have a playdate at the library! Join us for a drop-in social and play program for children 5 and under and their grown-ups. Children will get a chance to play and socialize with others their age, while the adults get to network and trade stories and tips. Moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, babysitters, caregivers – all are welcome! No registration is required.
Regie’s Rainbow Adventure
Monday, October 9 at 10:00 A.M.
Kids ages 5 and under (along with their caregivers) can join Regie, the broccoli superhero, as he travels to different islands based off the colors of the rainbow. Each week, we’ll visit a new island, hear a story, and get to try a new fruit or vegetable.
Monster Rock Painting
Tuesday October 10 at 6:00 P.M.
Rock painting with a Halloween twist. Kids ages 5-12 can register to paint their very own monster rock.
Supplies are limited so registration is required. Registration is open to Roseville cardholders and begins September 19th.
TALK, Text and Learn Before Kindergarten
We know little ones learn best through daily interactions with parents and caregivers. But busy schedules can make it hard to find time to create quality learning experiences. Michigan libraries are here to help! TALK sends easy activity ideas that build pre-literacy skills starting from birth up to age five. Activities also build STEM and social emotional skills, to help parents make sure their children are fully prepared for a successful school experience. You can easily register by texting TALK to 75547 to start receiving texts.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Parents and caregivers! On behalf of the 1,000 Books Foundation and the Roseville Public Library, we challenge you to participate in this FREE program which encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she starts kindergarten.
Why is reading so important? Books help children develop language abilities, enhance social skills and enrich lives, plus reading is fun! The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten. Does it sound hard? Not really if you think about it. If you read just 1 book a night, you will have read about 365 books in a year. That is 730 books in two years and 1,095 books in three years. If you consider that most children start kindergarten at around 5 years of age, you have more time than you think, so get started!
Pick up Program Instructions and Reading Tips, a suggested reading list and a booklet to record your books from the Youth Services Department.
Book Bundles
We’ve created a way to get some “surprise” books to you based on your child’s interest. Simply fill in the form provided here. Then, the children’s librarians will select five books and place them on hold for you to pick up. Choose up to three topics or themes but know that due to demand not all choices may be available. We hope that you and your children will discover some new favorites as you enjoy reading these books!