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Build A Reader: Stay and Play
2025-10-16 11:30:00 2025-10-16 12:00:00 America/Chicago Build A Reader: Stay and Play For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, playing is learning. Join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. Herman and Kate Kaiser Library

Thursday, October 16
11:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-16 11:30:00 2025-10-16 12:00:00 America/Chicago Build A Reader: Stay and Play For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, playing is learning. Join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. Herman and Kate Kaiser Library

For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, playing is learning. Join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills.

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Herman and Kate Kaiser Library
Phone: 918.549.7323

Branch manager
Barbie Benson
Hours
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We're closed Monday October 06 due to Staff Development Day
Mon, Oct 06 Closed
(Staff Development Day)
Tue, Oct 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 11 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 12 Closed
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About the branch

Services

  • WiFi
  • Wireless printing
  • Checkout laptops for in-library use
  • Public Access Computers
  • Meeting Room(s)
  • Spanish-speaking staff / Personal bilingüe
  • Book Club
  • Bike Locks
  • Public Fax
  • Family Place
  • Business Center

Upcoming events

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World Space Week 2025 Craft Kits: Living in Space
Thu, Oct 09, All day
Pick a book from our display and grab a craft kit to take home. Learn more about World Space Week at www.worldspaceweek.org. For ages 5 and up.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, playing is learning. Join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills.
World Space Week 2025 Craft Kits: Living in Space
Fri, Oct 10, All day
Pick a book from our display and grab a craft kit to take home. Learn more about World Space Week at www.worldspaceweek.org. For ages 5 and up.
PAWS for Reading
Mon, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Elementary schoolers are invited to read their favorite books to a furry, four-pawed friend. Registration is required.
Blackout Poetry - Celebrate Teens Read Month
Wed, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Writing on books? It's okay! Strike through the pages of gently used donated books. Brandish a permanent marker and write your own poems by the method of creative negation.... more
Writing on books? It's okay! Strike through the pages of gently used donated books. Brandish a permanent marker and write your own poems by the method of creative negation. Registration is required.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, playing is learning. Join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills.
Kaiser Cozies: A Cozy Mysteries Book Club
Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Settle in as we discuss cozy mysteries from our collection and consume delicious snacks. For adults.
Fall-oween!
Fri, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Wear your costume and join us for fun fall activities with Halloween vibes for the whole family.
Creative Truths: A History Book Discussion
Sat, Oct 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Join librarians Mark and Barbie to discuss "American Character: A History of the Epic Struggle Between Individual Liberty and the Common Good" by Colin Woodard. For adults.
1-2-3 Play With Me Parent-Child Workshop Series
Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Playing is learning! Join us for a three-week play workshop series for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required and is for all three weeks... more
Playing is learning! Join us for a three-week play workshop series for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required and is for all three weeks of the series.
This event is full
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, playing is learning. Join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills.
Really Basic Computer Class
Sat, Oct 25, 9:00am - 10:00am
This class is designed for new computer users who have little or no previous experience using computers, Windows, a mouse or the internet, and little or no knowledge of basic... more
This class is designed for new computer users who have little or no previous experience using computers, Windows, a mouse or the internet, and little or no knowledge of basic computer terms.
1-2-3 Play With Me Parent-Child Workshop Series
Tue, Oct 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Playing is learning! Join us for a three-week play workshop series for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required and is for all three weeks... more
Playing is learning! Join us for a three-week play workshop series for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required and is for all three weeks of the series.
This event is full
Build A Reader Storytime: Family - Happy Halloween!
Thu, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Bring your little one in their costume for a special Halloween-themed storytime. We will trick-or-treat in the library afterward.
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt in the Gardens - 1,000 Hours Outside™
Sat, Nov 01, All day
Get outside and find all of the famous book characters hiding in The Gardens at LaFortune Park. Participants will earn a small prize at the end, while supplies last. For all ages.
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt in the Gardens - 1,000 Hours Outside™
Mon, Nov 03, All day
Get outside and find all of the famous book characters hiding in The Gardens at LaFortune Park. Participants will earn a small prize at the end, while supplies last. For all ages.
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt in the Gardens - 1,000 Hours Outside™
Tue, Nov 04, All day
Get outside and find all of the famous book characters hiding in The Gardens at LaFortune Park. Participants will earn a small prize at the end, while supplies last. For all ages.
1-2-3 Play With Me Parent-Child Workshop Series
Tue, Nov 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Playing is learning! Join us for a three-week play workshop series for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required and is for all three weeks... more
Playing is learning! Join us for a three-week play workshop series for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required and is for all three weeks of the series.
This event is full
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt in the Gardens - 1,000 Hours Outside™
Wed, Nov 05, All day
Get outside and find all of the famous book characters hiding in The Gardens at LaFortune Park. Participants will earn a small prize at the end, while supplies last. For all ages.
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt in the Gardens - 1,000 Hours Outside™
Thu, Nov 06, All day
Get outside and find all of the famous book characters hiding in The Gardens at LaFortune Park. Participants will earn a small prize at the end, while supplies last. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family - DINOvember!
Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. Enjoy stories, songs and activities all celebrating our prehistoric friends! Dressing up is encouraged.
Build A Reader: Stay and Play
Thu, Nov 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, playing is learning. Join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills.
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt in the Gardens - 1,000 Hours Outside™
Fri, Nov 07, All day
Get outside and find all of the famous book characters hiding in The Gardens at LaFortune Park. Participants will earn a small prize at the end, while supplies last. For all ages.
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt in the Gardens - 1,000 Hours Outside™
Sat, Nov 08, All day
Get outside and find all of the famous book characters hiding in The Gardens at LaFortune Park. Participants will earn a small prize at the end, while supplies last. For all ages.
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