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Play & Learn
2024-09-18 11:00:00 2024-09-18 11:30:00 America/Denver Play & Learn Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s). Whitmore -

Wednesday, September 18
11:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-09-18 11:00:00 2024-09-18 11:30:00 America/Denver Play & Learn Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s). Whitmore -

Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s).

AGE GROUP: | Pre-K (ages 0 to 5 yrs) |

EVENT TYPE: | Play & Learn |

TAGS: | play and learn | play & learn | learn and play | learn & play |

Whitmore
Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Maggie Mills
Hours
Mon, Oct 28 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 29 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 30 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 31 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 03 Closed
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Upcoming events

All Ability Activity Kits
Mon, Nov 04, All day
Visit the library to pick up a fun art themed activity kit designed for adults and teens with intellectual disabilities. New kits are available monthly while supplies last.
Storytime: Family
Mon, Nov 04, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Pajama Storytime
Mon, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a caring adult and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs and crafts that support early literacy development.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Nov 05, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Wed, Nov 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grown-ups.
Chess Club
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop by our weekly chess club to play chess, meet other players, sharpen your skills, and have fun! All skill levels and ages welcome!
Read to a Dog - Read a favorite book to Aussie, a Pet Partners Therapy Dog
Fri, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Read your favorite book to Aussie, a trained Pet Partners therapy dog who loves being read to! For kids of all ages. Stop by the children's desk to sign up on the day of the activity.
Fun Friday - After School Activity
Fri, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Celebrate the end of the school week by having some fun!! Each week we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Teen Monthly Origami - Maple Leaf
Tue, Nov 12, All day
Come in the 2nd Monday of each month for a new origami project! Includes folding instructions and paper.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Nov 12, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Bella Vista Elementary School - Art Gallery Reception
Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Collaboration! An Art Show Provided by Bella Vista Elementary School Students
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Wed, Nov 13, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grown-ups.
Play & Learn
Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s).
Knit or Crochet for the Community - Needlework Demonstration
Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Come sit and stitch, or gather information about how to turn your needlework skills into useful items for community members in need.
Yoga Fundamentals
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham.
Chess Club
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop by our weekly chess club to play chess, meet other players, sharpen your skills, and have fun! All skill levels and ages welcome!
Adult Party Favor - Part of Whitmore's 50th Celebration - Pet Rock Kits
Fri, Nov 15, All day
We're partying like it's 1974 in honor of Whitmore's 50th Anniversary Celebration! Take home a Pet Rock Kit as a party favor, while supplies last!
Storytime: Family - Part of Whitmore's 50th Celebration
Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
To celebrate Whitmore's 50th Anniversary, join us for a special 70's Storytime in the Storytime Room upstairs.
Cancelled
Fun Friday - After School Activity
Fri, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Celebrate the end of the school week by having some fun!! Each week we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Mont Duston Magic Show - Part of Whitmore's 50th Celebration
Fri, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Celebrate Whitmore's 50th Anniversary with Magician Mont Duston's special Magic Show. Fun for the whole family!
Read to a Dog - Read your favorite book to Geo, an Alliance Therapy Dog
Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Read your favorite book to Geo, a trained therapy dog who loves being read to! For kids of all ages. Stop by the children's desk to sign up on the morning of the activity.
Storytime: Family
Mon, Nov 18, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Pajama Storytime
Mon, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a caring adult and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs and crafts that support early literacy development.
Adult DIY Makers & Crafters - Pet Rock Kit
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 9:00pm
We're partying like it's 1974 to celebrate Whitmore Library's 50th Anniversary!
Registration opens Tuesday, November 5 2024 at 9:00am
Storytime: Family
Tue, Nov 19, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Wed, Nov 20, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grown-ups.
Play & Learn
Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s).
Knit or Crochet for the Community - Needlework Demonstration
Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Come sit and stitch, or gather information about how to turn your needlework skills into useful items for community members in need.
Breathwork/Meditation
Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of breathwork and meditation with certified yoga instructor Jenny Wigham.
Chess Club
Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop by our weekly chess club to play chess, meet other players, sharpen your skills, and have fun! All skill levels and ages welcome!
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Study Room A (Capacity 14)
Joins us for a discussion of new and noteworthy nonfiction books. This month's book is The Teachers by Alexandra Robbins. New readers are always welcome!
Babcock Readers
Thu, Nov 21, 6:15pm - 8:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
The Babcock Performing Readers share their love of performing and the written word in their readers theater performances.
Fun Friday - After School Activity
Fri, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Celebrate the end of the school week by having some fun!! Each week we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Storytime: Family
Mon, Nov 25, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Pajama Storytime
Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Wear comfy pajamas, bring a favorite bedtime buddy and a caring adult and let's have fun! Join us for stories, songs and crafts that support early literacy development.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Nov 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Ready, Set, Move! - A Movement and Music Program
Wed, Nov 27, 10:15am - 11:00am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Can you "head, shoulders, knees and toes" with the best? Music and movement for little ones and their grown-ups.
Play & Learn
Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Talk-sing-read-write-PLAY with your children to help them get ready for kindergarten! Drop-in activities and toys for babies to preschoolers with their caring adult(s).
Utah Puppet Theater
Fri, Dec 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Enjoy a fun puppet show, presented by the Utah Puppet Theater!
Fun Friday - After School Activity
Fri, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Celebrate the end of the school week by having some fun!! Each week we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Yoga Fundamentals
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the fundamentals of yoga with certified instructor Jenny Wigham.
Fun Friday - After School Activity
Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Celebrate the end of the school week by having some fun!! Each week we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Read to a Dog - Read your favorite book to Geo, an Alliance Therapy Dog
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Read your favorite book to Geo, a trained therapy dog who loves being read to! For kids of all ages. Stop by the children's desk to sign up on the morning of the activity.
Cancelled
True Colors Club - Teen Queer-Straight Alliance
Sat, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
A safe and all-inclusive space for teen LGBTQ2IA+ community members and allies. Come join us to do a craft, hang out, and have fun (and snacks)!
Let the Merry Bells Ring - The Cottonwood Presbyterian Bell Choir in Concert
Tue, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Join the Cottonwood Presbyterian Church Bell Choir for an evening of joyful holiday music.
Sound Healing
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Explore the world of sound healing with certified yoga instructor Jenny Wigham.
Babcock Readers
Thu, Dec 19, 6:15pm - 8:45pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
The Babcock Performing Readers share their love of performing and the written word in their readers theater performances.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Dec 24, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Storytime: Family
Mon, Jan 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jan 07, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop by our weekly chess club to play chess, meet other players, sharpen your skills, and have fun! All skill levels and ages welcome!
Fun Friday - After School Activity
Fri, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Celebrate the end of the school week by having some fun!! Each week we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Storytime: Family
Mon, Jan 13, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jan 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop by our weekly chess club to play chess, meet other players, sharpen your skills, and have fun! All skill levels and ages welcome!
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Whitmore Study Room A (Capacity 14)
Joins us for a discussion of new and noteworthy nonfiction books. This month's book is The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson. New readers are always welcome!
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jan 21, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop by our weekly chess club to play chess, meet other players, sharpen your skills, and have fun! All skill levels and ages welcome!
Fun Friday - After School Activity
Fri, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Celebrate the end of the school week by having some fun!! Each week we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
Storytime: Family
Mon, Jan 27, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Storytime: Family
Tue, Jan 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Storytime fun for the whole family. We'll be talking, singing, reading, writing and playing.
Whitmore Adult Dungeons and Dragons - Currently Full (Registration through email required)
Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Embark on a great role-playing adventure! Both groups are currently at capacity. Email Jackson at jmyrick@slcolibrary.org for information on entering the group or getting on the waitlist.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitmore Learning Lab(staff only)
Drop by our weekly chess club to play chess, meet other players, sharpen your skills, and have fun! All skill levels and ages welcome!
Fun Friday - After School Activity
Fri, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Whitmore Meeting Room (Capacity 92)
Celebrate the end of the school week by having some fun!! Each week we'll have a unique combination of STEAM activities, crafts, games, movement, and more!
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