April Events for Children

Intro to 3D Printing
April 2 (Zoom) | 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Attendees will learn the basics of Tinkercad and the basics of 3D printing. For grades 4-7
Prerequisite: basic computer skills, eg: minimizing windows, switching between zoom video and windows, click and drag, etc.

Family Storytime
April 3, 7, 14, 21, 24, 28 (In-Person) | 11:00am-11:30am
Join Miss. Maureen and Kiersten Thursdays and Sundays for a family storytime for all ages! In-person events are limited to 10 people.

Financial Literacy
April 3, 24 (In-Person) | 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Learn basic financial literacy skills with local teen Aditi Pavuluri! For ages 9-14.

Suraj’s Chess for Kids with Special Needs
April 3, 24 (Zoom) | 3:00pm-4:00pm
Teaching chess to students has very little to do with the rules of the game. It is much more about their development. The key to teaching chess to someone with Autism is communication, creating a world so small that it becomes purely about the 64 squares in front of them. Clear rules and structure provide safety when they attempt this new game. They discover it is safe to talk about their plan of attack, how they will defend their king, and what they will be doing next with the person they are playing with.

Books and Crafts
April 4, 11, 18, 25 (In-Person) | 11:00pm-12:00pm
Meet Kiersten for stories, songs, and a craft! Designed for children 3-5 years, all families are welcome to attend. In-person events are limited to 10 people.  Everyone age 3 and up is required to wear a mask and maintain proper social distancing.

Lapsit Storytime
April 5, 19 (Zoom) 12, 26 (In-Person)| 11:00am-11:30am
Join Librarian Liz for a lapsit storytime! For ages 0-1 ½.

All-Day Drop-In: Celebrate Poetry Month with Haikus
April 6 | All Day
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 11:00am through the end of the day for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is happening is to stop by!

Thursday Night Storytime
April 7, 14, 21, 28 (In-Person) | 6:30pm – 7:00pm
Join Kiersten in a themed storytime every Thursday night! For ages 3 and up.

Mardi Gras Perler Beads
March 2 (In-Person) | 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Celebrate Mardi Gras with us by creating colorful Perler bead creations! In the end, take home your creation with you! For ages 8-14.

Bedtime Storytime
March 2, 16, 30 (In-Person) | 6:30pm – 7:00pm
Join teen volunteer Elizabeth in a bedtime storytime for ages 3-6.

Science and Stories
April 8, 22 (In-Person) | 11:00am-12:00pm
Join Miss Maureen for stories, songs, and STEM activities. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers.  The theme is the weather! Registration required.

Explore and Play
April 8, 22 (In-Person) | 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Come use the library’s blocks, LEGOs, and other materials to explore and play all afternoon. Designed for children 3 and up with their caregivers. No registration is required.

All-Day Drop-In: The Search for Unicorns
April 9 (In-Person)| All Day
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 11:00am through the end of the day for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is happening is to stop by!

Java 101
April 9, 16, 24, 30 (In-Person) | 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Join local teen Pranavamathi and learn the basics of Java, a coding language! In the end, create your own script! For grades 6-8. This is a 6-week program. Registering means you are committing to attending all 6 sessions. All patrons will be required to wear a mask.

Plainsboro library’s 12th Birthday Party!
April 10 (In-Person) | 11:00am – 12:00pm
It’s the 12th anniversary of the library building, and YOU’RE INVITED to celebrate with us as we go FINE-FREE!

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Storytime
April 12, 19 (In-Person) | 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Help get your child ready for kindergarten! Join Miss Maureen for a storytime and information session about the library’s 1000 Books before Kindergarten Program. Learn how to sign-up and how to log your child’s books. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

All-Day Drop-In: Thank Your School Librarian
April 13 | All Day
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 11:00am through the end of the day for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is happening is to stop by!

Bedtime Storytime
April 13, 27 (In-Person) | 6:30pm – 7:15pm
Join teen volunteer Elizabeth in a bedtime storytime for ages 3-6. This program will be in person.

Passover Storytime and Craft
April 15 (In-Person) | 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Join Librarian Liz for a fun Passover storytime! Stay after for a Passover craft! Masks are required for ages 3 and under.

Poetry Scavenger Hunt
April 16-22 (In-Person) | All Day
Search the children’s room for the words to complete the poem. Find them all, recite the poem, and win a prize. No registration is necessary.

Screen-Free Art Lessons
April 16 (In-Person) | 11:30am – 1:00pm
These lessons will provide you with an alternative to using a screen. You will learn various techniques in each class. After the event, take home a kit to continue making art. Have some fun while making some art! This class will be located in the tower room. All attendees must be wearing masks. For ages 6-9.

Take-Home: Mini-Robots
April 18 (In-Person) | All Day
Grab a take-home kit and create your own mini robot using art supplies! While supplies last. No registration is required.

Perler Beads for Kids
April 19 (In-Person) | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Have fun with Perler beads! Make a cool design and take it home with you! For ages 7-12.

All-Day Drop-In: Banana Day
April 20 | All Day
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 11:00am through the end of the day for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is happening is to stop by!

Planting in the Garden
April 20 (In-Person) | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Plant our flowers and herbs with us on the third-floor balcony garden! For ages 7-12. All patrons over the age of three must wear a mask. Dress for mess!

Wind Turbines
April 20 (Zoom) | 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Make a wind turbine and learn how it works. For grades 2-5.

Celebrate Día: Flags of Plainsboro
April 23 (In-Person) | All Day
El día de los niños, the celebration of children and families of all cultures, is on April 30. Help us celebrate by creating flags to hang on our walls. You can choose to create a flag from a country your or your family are from or have visited. Or you can create a Pride flag or anything flag that best represents you. No registration is necessary.

All-Day Drop-In: Ramadan Lantern
April 27 | All Day
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 11:00am through the end of the day for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is happening is to stop by!

Hand Art
April 30 (In-Person) | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Help us to create a new piece of art to hang on the third floor! Calling all kids to share their handprints and favorite book with us. Drop-in anytime between 3:00pm-4:30pm.