Watching the news with children can be challenging. Lester Holt of NBC Nightly News is debuting a new show aimed at children and teens. This broadcast will “…inform and also provide inspiring stories of what other young people are doing around the country.” For NBC Nightly News Kids’ Edition click here.
Chester County Women’s Services will be giving out FREE diapers and wipes to those in need in our community. Stop by our Coatesville office (1028 E Lincoln Hwy, Coatesville, Pa 19320) on WEDNESDAY, MAY 13th from 3:00-6:00PM to pick up a free bag of diapers.
*You MUST call 610.383.0930 to reserve your diapers before Monday, May 11*
Limited availability. MUST call to reserve diaper size before Monday, May 11, 2020 at 12pm (noon). Diapers will be given on a first-call, first-serve basis.
Social distancing efforts will be in place. In an effort to reduce touchpoints, please pull up and open your trunk. We will put the diapers in your trunk. If you are walking, you must wear a mask when picking up your diapers.
Get ready for waffles and rainbow slides and ocean fun! Author/illustrator Ben Clanton brings his beloved deep-sea duo Narwhal (the happy-go-lucky Unicorn of the Sea) and his pal Jelly (the blue worry-wart jellyfish) straight to you in this exclusive webcast. Learn the story behind these underwater besties and their aquatic adventures, plus meet Otty the Otter, whose adventurous spirit wows Narwhal but leaves Jelly feeling a little iffy. Ben will also read from the latest book in the series, Narwhal’s Otter Friend, and sketche his famous characters live!
Join in on the fun TODAY at 3:00 pm — Sketch Comedy with Narwal & Jelly!
Need some quick and simple ideas for your littlest ones? Here are some fun at-home play activities for you to do with your preschoolers! This New York Public Library treasure trove includes Peek-A-Boo boxes, Pom Pom Drop, Sticky Collages, and much, much more. Click here for Recipes for At-Home Play.
Here’s a story to listen to Hey! That’s My Monster!
Just a reminder that the Youth Services Staff at the Chester County Library and Hankin Branch are presenting Virtual Storytimes. There are groups for three different ages groups — 0 to 2 Year Olds, 3 & 4 Year Olds, and 5 & 6 Year Olds, so you can choose the group that’s just right for your child. More programs are added all the time, and there are programs for grown-ups, too!
Registration is required via the Events Calendar at https://chescolibraries.org/. Virtual Storytimes are not registered as multi-week sessions; you will need to register for each storytime individually.
Once registered, registrants will receive a Zoom link by email to 2 hours before the program starts. Make sure to check the email address you registered with to receive the link. You do not need a Zoom account to attend the virtual program.
Learn more about your favorite animal or have your nature questions answered at National Geographic Kids! With nonfiction articles and information, games, and videos, National Geographic Kids has something for all the kids in your family!
Here’s a story about an animal that will never make the cover of National Geographic — Quackenstein Hatches a Family.
The Youth Services Staff at the Chester County Library and Hankin Branch are presenting Virtual Storytimes beginning April 27th. They will be for three different ages groups — 0 to 2 Year Olds, 3 & 4 Year Olds, and 5 & 6 Year Olds. Registration is required via the Events Calendar at https://chescolibraries.org/. Virtual Storytimes are not registered as multi-week sessions; you will need to register for each storytime individually.
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! What a great time to tell your teacher how much she or he means to you. Write a note, draw a picture, send an email, or take your photo — send her something for her scrapbook! Here are some tips from Emily Post, the expert on good manners, to make your notes special. Tips for writing thank you notes!
We don’t know yet if there will be a baseball season this, but while you wait you can learn more about the game from Duckster’s Baseball. Read about Little League Baseball or dream about the Major League Baseball. After all, Opening Day will come someday!
Here’s a baseball story for you — Catching the Moon: The Story of a Young Girl’s Baseball Dream.
The Youth Services Staff at the Chester County Library and Hankin Branch are presenting Virtual Storytimes beginning April 27th. They will be for three different ages groups — 0 to 2 Year Olds, 3 & 4 Year Olds, and 5 & 6 Year Olds. Registration is required via the Events Calendar at https://chescolibraries.org/. Virtual Storytimes are not registered as multi-week sessions; you will need to register for each storytime individually.
If you’ve always wanted to take ballet class with a famous ballerina, now is your chance. Tiler Peck, principal dancer at New York City Ballet, is teaching daily ballet classes every day at 1 pm EST via Instagram Live. Throw on a pair of ballet slippers and join in as she takes dancers through basic stretching and ballet positions. She even throws in some pointe work at the end for more advanced dancers. Tiler Peck Ballet Class.
You won’t believe who becomes a dancer and a hero in Lotus and Feather.
The Youth Services Staff at the Chester County Library and Hankin Branch are presenting Virtual Storytimes beginning April 27th. They will be for three different ages groups — 0 to 2 Year Olds, 3 & 4 Year Olds, and 5 & 6 Year Olds. Registration is required via the Events Calendar at https://chescolibraries.org/. Virtual Storytimes are not registered as multi-week sessions; you will need to register for each storytime individually.
While the oldest recipe named “parfait” was published in an 1869 French cookbook (it was coffee flavored), the chocolate parfait was created in 1894 in France. Parfait literally means perfect in French! There are a couple of ways to make parfaits. The traditional French-style uses sugar syrup, eggs, and cream. The American style layers parfait cream, ice cream, and flavored gelatin in a tall, clear glass topped with whipped cream, fruit and liqueurs. The parfait has recently taken a healthier approach using yogurt layered with nuts and fresh fruits, instead of ice cream and sugary syrups.
Today is all about the chocolate parfait because it’s National Chocolate Parfait Day! That doesn’t mean you can’t experiment with other flavors. Fruit and cream go quite well with chocolate as well as crunchy favorites like pretzels or cookie bits. A delicious chocolate parfait would be a perfect way to end (or start) your day. Try this versatile recipe at home today.
Read some chocolate mysteries while you indulge in your chocolate desert:
Also learn French !
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