Got Spring Break Plans?
Looking for something fun to do during your spring break? Why not make a visit (or two) to the Olathe Public Libraries? Of course you can always find a ton of great of books to read, but the library will also be offering a variety of special programs and activities during the week. Here’s the rundown:
March 15 - Free Movie - Ponyo - For all ages
4:00 p.m. at the Indian Creek Branch
March 16 - Build a Tune at the Libray! - For 3 year olds - 2nd grade
10:15 a.m. at the Indian Creek Branch (NOTE: Program is full.)
March 17 - Build a Tune at the Libray! - For 3 year olds - 2nd grade
10:15 a.m. at the Main Library (NOTE: Program is full.)
March 17 - Free Movie - Ponyo - For all ages
2:00 p.m. at the Main Library
March 17 - Cookie Decorating Program - For kids of all ages
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Indian Creek Branch
March 18 - Cookie Decorating Program - For kids of all ages
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at the Main Library
March 20 - R.E.A.D. to a Dog - For young readers of all ages
1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at the Main Library
March 22 - Family Chess Night - For all ages
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Indain Creek Branch
For more information about these and other library programs for kids, visit the Programs page on our website or pick up a programming booklet in Children’s Services at either Olathe library. Have a great spring break!
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focus on a different topic. The first program is entitled “You Are Here: Learning About Maps” and will be on Tuesday, March 2 at 1:00 p.m. at the Main Library. You will learn about maps, gain some basic map reading skills, and then go on a library scavenger hunt using a compass. Registration is required and begins on Monday, February 15. Register at either Olathe library or call (913) 971-6874. The program will last 45-60 minutes.
Do you like to play chess? Would you like a chance to develop your chess-playing skills? Then we invite you to our Family Chess Nights at the library. All playing levels are welcome. Boards and equipment will be provided by the library. During the school year Family Chess Nights occur on the first Monday of the month at the Main Library and on the fourth Monday of the month at the Indian Creek Branch. No registration is required. All ages are welcome, but kindergartners and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
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Karen Land and her sled dog, Borage, are coming to the Indian Creek Branch Library on Wednesday, January 27 at 7:00 p.m. Karen has participated in the Iditarod Dog Sled Race across Alaska three times! Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to hear all about her icy adventures as a dog sled racer. 
