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Kelly K

Introducing the Young Writer’s Gallery!

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We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Young Writer’s Gallery, a brand-new space dedicated to celebrating the voices of young authors ages 0-18 in our community. Each month, three new writers will be chosen by lottery to share their original writing with the community.

Starting October 1st, you can explore the Gallery and “meet” our very first three featured writers! We invite you to stop by, read their stories, and leave a comment of encouragement.

The Young Writer’s Gallery is made possible through a partnership between the L. E. Phillips Memorial Public Library and the Chippewa Valley Book Festival. Together, we’re working to inspire the next generation of storytellers and give them a platform to share their creativity with the community.

Your feedback plays an important role, every kind word helps these young writers build confidence and excitement for their craft. Whether you’re a fellow writer, a parent, or simply someone who loves stories, we encourage you to join us in celebrating their achievements.

To become the newest young writer, submit your name for the Young Writer’s Gallery here.

Come explore, be inspired, and help us cheer on Eau Claire’s newest authors!

Jerissa

Children’s Cello Concert Recap

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We were pleased to host Nathaniel Pierce, cellist and tenor, at the library for the second time on March 3! Nathaniel has performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. and has been a featured soloist with numerous symphonies around the country. He is the Artistic Director and Co-Founder of the Anchorage Chamber Music Festival in Alaska as well as the Founder and Director of the UWEC String Academy.

During this playful and interactive concert, families enjoyed both classical and contemporary pieces. Children happily marched around the room during a performance of Laurie Berkner’s “We Are the Dinosaurs” and giddily buzzed like bees during a lively rendition of Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Flight of the Bumblebee.” We are grateful to Nathaniel for sharing his time and talent and to all the families who participated.

Did you miss this event? Sign up for our our family newsletter to keep track of free family fun at your library!

Alisha

Introducing…Tonies and Yotos!

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We’re excited to announce the addition of two new audio player formats to the library’s collection!

Tonies are toy-like figurines that activate songs and stories when placed on a Toniebox audio player. Kids can easily adjust volume, fast forward, rewind and change stories on their own. Our four Tonie Kits each come with a Toniebox and approximately five Tonies.

Similarly, Yoto Players are an easy-to-use audio player that plays children’s stories. The audiobook is activated simply by inserting a Yoto Card into the player. Each kit comes with a Yoto Player and approximately five story cards.

All Tonies and Yoto Cards have been pre-loaded onto the Tonieboxes and Yoto Players, respectively, making them available to play with or without a Wi-Fi signal. Both the Tonie kits and Yoto Kits are located in the Library of Things collection.

Katie H

Supa Dupa Dog Man Party

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Does your family love Dog Man?

So do we!

Visit the library to celebrate everyone’s favorite half-dog half-human police officer at the Supa Dupa Dog Man Party!

The party will take place on Friday, February 28, at 1:00-2:30pm in the 3rd floor Riverview Room. We will have Dog Man crafts, activities and challenges. Make a flip-o-rama, play pin the mask on Petey, and snack on dog food (for humans)!

We are excited to share that special guest K9 Murphy will be reporting for duty at this event. Murphy is a supa dupa therapy dog with the Eau Claire Police Department who loves to make new friends everywhere he goes!

This is a drop-in event with no registration required.

Jerissa

Our Favorite Books of 2024 for Kids and Teens

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Alisha

Summer Fun – We’ve Got You Covered!

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Not only do we have summer programs galore at the library to keep you busy and entertained, we also have a plethora of kits in our Library of Things collection that are perfect summer activities.

Are you looking for an acoustic guitar or ukulele to play around a campfire?  We have those!  Need a tent or camp stove for a camping trip?  We’ve got those, too.  Want to take the family to visit a park?  Check out our Wisconsin State Parks kit that includes a one day pass for one vehicle and its occupants, the Eau Claire County Parks kit, or the Beaver Creek Reserve kit.  Maybe you’d prefer checking out one of our many yard games, a stargazing kit, a karaoke machine for your next family picnic, or a microscope kit to take a closer look at the specimens found in your backyard.  Plan an outdoor movie night using our projector.

See what I mean?!  We’ve got you covered for summer activities!  Peruse the list below for summer activity kits to check out or view the entire Library of Things collection on the MORE catalog or app.

  • Beep Baseball
  • Birdwatching
  • Bocce Ball set
  • Bugs Play Kit
  • Camp Stove
  • Canning Kit
  • Connect 4 Yard Game
  • Cornhole Toss Game
  • Croquet
  • Disc Golf set
  • Eau Claire County Parks kit
  • Explore Beaver Creek Reserve kit
  • Garden Stories Play Kit
  • Giant Jenga
  • GoPro camera
  • Hiking Kit
  • Horseshoes Game Set
  • Kan Jam Disc Toss Game
  • Karaoke Machine
  • Kubb
  • Ladder Toss Yard Game
  • Lawn Darts
  • Metal Detector
  • Microscope Activity Backpack
  • Ninja Obstacle Course
  • Outdoor Adventures Activity Backpack for kids
  • Pickleball
  • Scatter Yard Game
  • Slammo
  • Stargazing
  • Tennis
  • Tent
  • Travel Kit
  • Wisconsin State Parks Kit
  • Wifi Bluetooth Projector kit for outdoor movie night
  • Yard Dice

 

 

Kelly K

Get Ready for Laughs with Mixed Nuts!

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Join us this Thursday at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. for an exciting and laughter-filled experience with A Touch of Magic Entertainment’s lively undercover-clown show, Mixed Nuts, perfect for youth in grades K-6 and their caregivers! This family-friendly performance promises a delightful mix of comedy, magic, and fun that will captivate audiences of all ages. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event!

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to create magical summer memories with your family!

Tickets are free but limited, so don’t wait! Call, email, or visit the Youth Services Desk (Level 1) today to reserve your spot. We can’t wait to see you there!

Youth Services Staff

  • Email: ysstaff@eauclaire.lib.wi.us
  • Phone: 715-839-5007
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Andria

Summer at the Library is Here!

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Summer at the Library is in full swing!

Nurture your child’s interest in reading by participating in ALL the activities available this summer at your public library.

Summer Reading Log

Youth ages 0 to 18 can earn a free book this summer participating in our Summer Reading Log program.

  • Sign up anytime, June 1–August 15. Every registrant receives a free ice cream from Culvers!
  • Set a reading goal and start reading. Track your progress on your Summer Reading Log.
  • Complete 5 activities from the Activity List in your Summer Reading Log.
  • Claim your free book (!) by bringing your completed Summer Reading Log to the Youth Services desk by August 15.

How to Start…

Pssst…we also have an Adult Reading Log. Why leave all the fun to the kids? Check it out! 

Summer Events

In addition to the Summer Reading Log, we have events and activities for youth of all ages! From Storytimes to performances to teen-only events, we’ve got a LOT going on. Love LEGOs? Drop in to LEGO Club! Interested in illusions? Be sure to attend our Illusionogy event. We even have two sessions for adults to learn about supporting their child’s reading development at home.

Want all the details? Head over to our Summer at the Library webpage and prepare to be WOWED.

Questions? Call 715-839-5007 or email ysstaff@eauclaire.lib.wi.us

Jerissa

Supporting Your Child’s Reading Development

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Parents and caregivers, do you want to help your child get ready for and succeed at reading but aren’t sure where to start? We’ve got you covered! Join us at the library for two evenings of discussions with UW-Eau Claire professors about science-based strategies for supporting your child’s reading development at home.

The first session: Early Literacy

  • Monday, June 24, from 6-7:30 p.m. | Carnegie Room (on the first floor)
  • How to support your child’s early literacy skills between the ages of 0-6 years
  • Led by Dr. Angela Jones and her student researchers

Dr. Angela Jones and her student researchers will discuss their model “Read with TLC,” a comprehensive resource designed to help you engage in activities that will effectively prepare your child for reading.

The second session: Emergent Reading

  • Wednesday, June 26, from 6-7:30 p.m. | Riverview Room (on the third floor)
  • How to support your child’s emergent reading skills between grades K-5
  • Led by Dr. Susan Tily and her student researchers

Registration is not required for either session. If you are an early childhood educator, completion certificates are available upon request for continuing education purposes.

“We provide practical strategies, engaging activities, and tips for cultivating a love for language and literacy in young children,” Dr. Jones says. “Whether through playful interactions, immersive experiences, or purposeful interventions, you play a pivotal role in fostering your child’s literacy skills.” We hope you will join us!

Sadie

LEGO at the Library!

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Do you have a kiddo who loves to build with LEGO? How would they feel about whole room full of them? Well, it just so happens that Youth Services hosts a drop in LEGO Club in the program room on level 1. Floor mats are set up around the room and all the LEGO bricks your kiddos could imagine will be brought out for them to build with. We encourage you to bring your kiddos to meet and build with other LEGO fans in the area. Hope to see you there!

Summer Schedule:

Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
June 15, July 6 and 27

Mondays from 10 a.m. – Noon
June 17, July 8 and 29