Library Events & Programming

Family programs are designed for all ages to attend.These would include the Family Movie Nights and exhibits planned throughout the year.

Spring Virtual Storytimes for Children

The Nicholson Memorial Library System announces Spring Storytimes for children and families, January 13 through May 1, 2021.

Wee Read (birth to 18 mos.)         Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime (18-36 mos.)        Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime (3-5 yrs.)        *Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.

All storytimes will be presented in Facebook Live.  Please be aware that photographs and video may be taken at Library programs for use in print and/or electronic media at the Library’s discretion. For more information, please call 972-205-2516.

*Tiempo de Cuentos en Español para Familias en vivo en Facebook Saturday, 10:30 a.m. (enero 23; febrero 20; marzo 20; abril 17)                          

El Sistema de Bibliotecas Conmemorativas de Nicholson anuncia Cuentos de otoño para niños y familias, desde el 13 de enero hasta el 1 de mayo del 2021. Acompáñenos para tiempo de cuentos en Español para familias en Facebook.com/GarlandLibraryTX una vez al mes los Sábados, comenzando el 23 de enero a las 10:30 a.m.

Los videos de cuentos permanecen en Facebook durante 24 horas. Tenga en cuenta que las fotografías y los videos se pueden tomar en los programas de la Biblioteca para su uso en medios impresos y / o electrónicos a discreción de la Biblioteca. Para obtener más información, llame al 972-205-2516.

Connect with your Garland Library and like us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/GarlandLibraryTX.
Storytime videos stay in Facebook for 24 hours.

Programs and events geared to elementary school age children plus toddlers and babies.

Winter Reading Challenge

Dec. 13, 2020 - Jan. 9, 2021

Children ages 0-17 can participate in the Garland Library's Winter Reading Challenge! Complete five hours of reading and two activities in the reading log.  Receive badges if you log your progress in Beanstack.  All participants may pick up a prize bag at any Garland Library after they complete the log.

If you would like to log your reading hours and activities online, visit Beanstack at https://nmls.beanstack.org/reader365.  

A paper log can be downloaded or picked up at any Garland Library.

You can also log your reading hours in-person or over the phone. Please log all your hours by Jan. 9, 2021.

Activities:

Build a sensory snowman  

Prepare some cloud dough  

Learn snow writing  

Create a picture using snow paint  

Fold some polar bear origami  

Complete the Lost Snowman escape room

Complete one of the virtual teen programs in the Teens & Tweens Tutorials tab

Art Explorers: Perspective Drawing 

Learn about one point perspective drawing and then make your own holiday road trip perspective drawing.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is an initiative from the 1000 Books Foundation that encourages children to read or be read ONE THOUSAND books before beginning Kindergarten.  In as little as 15 minutes a day, families can work toward this goal and help their children to build the skills needed for future school and life success.  Babies, Toddler, and Preschoolers ages 0 to 6 are welcome to participate in this ongoing program.

How it works
Register for 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten in person at your local Garland Library, or register online using Beanstack: https://nmls.beanstack.org/reader365
    Already have a Beanstack account?  Just sign in to get started!

Come in and pick up a log, or use one of our printable reading logs below:
    1,000 Books Log 1-100
    1,000 Books Log 101-200
    1,000 Books Log 201-300
    1,000 Books Log 301-400
    1,000 Books Log 401-500
    1,000 Books Log 501-600
    1,000 Books Log 601-700
    1,000 Books Log 701-800
    1,000 Books Log 801-900
    1,000 Books Log 901-1,000

Once your child has completed a log, bring it to the Children’s Desk at any of our libraries to receive a prize and the next reading log. 

Programs and events for junior high and high school age kids.  Regular events include gaming parties.

Teen Advisory Board

Teens ages 13 to 17 can make a difference in their community by joining the Garland Library Teen Advisory Board. Teens will discuss how the library can serve their age group in terms of events, materials, and services. Participants will receive volunteer hours for attending.

6:30 to 8:30 p.m., 2nd Wednesday of the month
Zoom meeting
972-205-2516

Please call and register to receive the Zoom invite.  In addition to helping improve library service to teens, serving on the Advisory Board allows teens to socialize with their peers. Teens who apply for board membership need parental consent and must attend two consecutive meetings and a total of eight meetings per year to officially serve as members.

The Teen Advisory Board meeting dates for 2021:
January 13, 2021
February 10, 2021
March 10, 2021
April 14, 2021
May 12, 2021
June 9, 2021
July 14, 2021
August 11, 2021
September 8, 2021
October 14, 2021
November 10, 2021
December 8, 2021

Until the pandemic has ended this will be done over Zoom.

Interviewing 101   https://my.nicheacademy.com/nmls/course/20438

DIY Friendship Bracelets   https://my.nicheacademy.com/nmls/course/20346

College and Financial Aid 101    https://my.nicheacademy.com/nmls/course/19174

Adulting 101: Digital Citizenship and Online Safety    https://my.nicheacademy.com/nmls/course/17829

Teen Self-Portraits   https://my.nicheacademy.com/nmls/course/18320

Adulting 101: Resumes and Applications  https://my.nicheacademy.com/nmls/course/18316

Art 101  https://my.nicheacademy.com/nmls/course/18285

HOLIDAY MAKER FEST

Reverse Canvas Holiday Art
Make a decorative piece of holiday art by removing a canvas from its frame, painting the frame, and constructing a holiday tree with ribbon. Glue the canvas back on to the frame to complete the craft.

Supplies needed:
Canvas
Paint & paintbrush
Utility knife
Piece of wood
Assorted ribbon
Pipe cleaners
Hot glue gun & sticks

Macrame Snowflakes
Learn how to construct basic macramé knots and use the technique to make a snowflake ornament.

Supplies:
Scissors
1mm—3mm cotton cord (color of your choosing)
A metal or wooden ring (any size of your choosing. I’ll be using a 2 inch ring)
Tape (optional)
Straight Pins (optional)

Mason Jar Ring Wreath Ornaments
Learn how to make wreath ornaments using Mason jar lids, pine rope, hot glue and buttons. It's super easy!

Supplies:
Scissors
Buttons
Mason jar lid ring
Twine (about 10 inches)
Pine rope (about 2 feet)
Glue gun

A limited number of craft kits are available for this project. Please call the South Garland Branch Library at 972-205-3931 to reserve one.