YUMA -- Children of all ages and teens are invited to the Main Library for storytime, programs, and fun! There is no charge to attend.
Thursday, June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th @ 10:00 a.m.
BabyTime
Children ages 2 and younger can enjoy songs, rhymes, stories, and playtime! For newborns to crawlers. Seating is limited.
Thursday, June 1st @ 2:00 p.m.
Let’s “Rock” Together
Spread some cheer this summer by painting a rock to leave around the community for others to find and brighten their day. Or, keep your rock and brighten your own day. Ages 6-12 welcome. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Limited seating.
Friday, June 2nd, 9th, 23rd, 30th @ 10:00 a.m.
Monday, June 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th @ 10:00 a.m.
Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and fun activities at our weekly storytime! This program is best suited to ages 5 and younger, but all are welcome. Seating is limited.
Friday, June 2nd @ 3:00 p.m.
Pick Up Cup Challenge
Solve the puzzle and work as a team. Kids will work in their assigned teams to stack cups. The catch? You can only use rubber bands and string to do the stacking. Ages 6-12 welcome. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Limited seating.
Saturday, June 3rd @ 10:00 a.m.
Little Artists
Little ones can learn about the fine arts too! Come in for a special art program for kids 2-6 years old. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Limited seating.
Monday, June 5th @ 2:00 p.m.
Teen STEAM Challenge
Use recycled items to create towers that are the tallest or can hold the most weight. Anything goes in this fun team building challenge. Ages 13-17 welcome. Seating is limited.
Tuesday, June 6th @ 11:00 a.m.
BFF Lotería, Jr.
Play a fun game of traditional Mexican lotería with a twist: all the chards in this version are famous book characters and their best friends. You might win a fun prize! Ages 6-12 welcome. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Limited seating.
Tuesday, June 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th @ 6:30 p.m.
Evening Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and fun activities at this evening storytime session. This program is best suited to ages 2-6, but all are welcome. Seating is limited.
Wednesday, June 7th & 21st @ 3:00 p.m.
Barks & Books
Children ages 6-12 are invited to sign up to read to one of our friendly guide dogs, Bella and Gabriel! Space is limited; sign up begins at 9am at the Youth Services desk on the day of the program.
Thursday, June 8th @ 3:00 p.m.
All Together Now Puzzles
You are an important piece of the puzzle that makes our community great. Decorate a puzzle piece that expresses who you are and add it to our giant community puzzle. Kids ages 4-12 and their caregivers welcome. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Limited seating.
Saturday, June 10th @ 11:00 a.m.
STEAM Social
Bring the whole family and learn about some amazing games, toys, and activities you have probably never seen or heard of before (and all of them teach you about Science, Technology, Engineering or Math)! Play a game with your family, watch our 3D printer create something amazing, or meet one of our friendly robots. You never know what you will find at our STEAM Social! Seating is limited and toys and games are first-come, first-served.
Saturday, June 10th & 24th
Anime Club
Join us to watch anime and discuss Japanese culture and the art of illustration. Ages 13-17 welcome. Seating is limited.
Monday, June 12th @ 2:00 p.m.
Being Kind Rocks!
Spread some cheer this summer by painting a rock to leave around the community for others to find and brighten their day. Or, keep your rock and brighten your own day. Ages 13-17 welcome. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Limited seating.
Tuesday, June 13th @ 2:00 p.m.
Career Explorer in VR
Ever wonder what it’s like to be a firefighter, electrician or a variety of other career options? Come explore a wide range of future fields in virtual reality with our friends from Arizona @ Work. Open to teens ages 13-17. Limited seating.
Wednesday, June 14th @ 2:00 p.m.
Brain Games
Give your noggin a workout while meeting new friends in this team-based challenging program. This program is for kids ages 6-12 and their caregivers aged 16 and older. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Seating is limited.
Thursday, June 15th @ 3:00 p.m.
Teen Poetry Slam
Exercise your poetic muscles by working together to develop a poem. Then, slam the poem for your new friends. Ages 13-17 welcome. Limited seating.
Friday, June 16th @ 10:30 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.
The Balloon Cowboy
Our friend Arizona Rick returns for two shows! Enjoy an interactive performance and amazing balloon creations. Fun for the whole family! Seating is limited; no admittance after room capacity has been reached.
Saturday, June 17th @ 3:00 p.m.
Secret Code Friendship Bracelets
Send your friend a secret message when you learn Morse Code and make a bracelet using this code. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Limited seating. Ages 6-12 welcome.
Monday, June 19th @ 2:00 p.m.
Deadbolt Mystery: Carnival
Work as a group to solve this escape room in a box by completing puzzles and following clues. Limited seating. Ages 13-17 welcome.
Tuesday, June 20th @ 2:00 p.m.
BFF Lotería
Play a fun game of traditional Mexican lotería with a twist: all the chards in this version are famous fandom characters and their best friends. You might win a fun prize! Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Limited seating. Ages 13-17 welcome.
Saturday, June 24th @ 11:00 a.m.
Grupo de Danza Rio Colorado
Enjoy a performance by the folkloric dance group, Grupo de Danza Rio Colorado! All ages welcome.
Monday, June 26th @ 1:00 p.m.
History of Henna
Henna artist Pheobe Desposito will discuss the history of the artform and its cultural significance. Teens ages 13-17 will also be able to receive a small Henna tattoo while time allows on a first-come first served basis. Limited seating.
Tuesday, June 27th @ 2:00 p.m.
Minute to Win It (Together)
Help members of your team to complete challenges within one minute. Prizes for top teams will be awarded. Ages 13-17 welcome. Teams will be assigned at start of program.
Wednesday, June 28th @ 2:00 p.m.
Lego Club
Ages 8-12 are invited to participate in a different building theme and activity at our architecture-based Lego Club.
The Main Library is located at 2951 S 21st Drive. For more information, call (928) 782-1871.
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