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**For programs marked Registration, registration begins two weeks prior to the program. Programs that are marked Free ticket , tickets will be made available 30 minutes prior to the event. For more information, please call the Youth Services Desk at 810-229-6571, ext. 223.

April is the National Month
of the Young Child

The following events celebrate this important month:

1st Annual Junior Art Show
April 1-April 30 (Youth Services Department)
First Steps Preschool and Brighton Head Start

PLAY-FUN-READ!
Tuesday, April 13 6:30-8:00pm
Share books, songs, rhymes and toys! Let's have fun while exploring language and pre-reading skills. A hands-on program for adult and child. Adult participation required.

I Don't Understand…..
Thursday, April 15 6:30-7:30pm
Explore strategies for building a young child's communication skills, focusing on listening, body language and non-verbal communication. Gina Coopersmith, LMSW Early On Coordinator Livingston ESA

The Joys of Infant Massage
Friday, April 16 and Saturday, April 24 11:00-Noon
Explore the benefits of massage. Intended for infants 1-6 months and their caregiver. Jeri Lea Kroll, LMSW Therapist and Consultant

Conscious Discipline
Monday, April 19 6:30-7:30pm
Leave power struggles behind and turn conflict into cooperation.  Be an example of the person you want your child to become. Kay Nicholas, Principal Lindbom Elementary School Brighton

Family Fun Day: Celebrating Month of the Young Child
Saturday, April 24 11:00-4:00pm

The Joys of Infant Massage 11:00-Noon
Jeri Lea Kroll, LMSW Therapist and Consultant

Spring has Arrived 1:00-11:45pm
 Stories with Kensington Metro Park

Safe Kids USA: Child Passenger Safety 1:00-3:00pm
How to safely transport children is the heart of Safe Kids USA.
Car seats and booster seats, questions and answers.

PLAY-FUN-READ! 2:00-3:00pm 
Share books, songs, rhymes and toys! Let's have fun while exploring language and pre-reading skills.
A hands-on program for adult and child. Adult participation required.

Programs for Adults

Your Changing Body
Saturday, March 13, 2:00p.m.  (A/B Room)
A basic introduction to puberty and the challenges young girls face today. Presented by local pediatrician, Dr. Mary Khunger. Registration begins Feb. 27. Parents and girls 9 & up.

Ready or Not, Here I Come!
Monday, April 26, 7:00p.m.—8:30 p.m. (A/B Room)
Explore the stages necessary for kindergarten readiness and future school success.  Presented by  Dr. Mark Bowers PhD Pediatric Psychologist. Registration begins April 12.

ABCs of Nurturing: Social Emotional Development
Thursday, March 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.  (Room A/B)
Help your young child develop self-control and self-esteem by teaching proper reactions to emotional matters. Presented by Jeri Lea Kroll, LMSW Therapist and Consultant, and Jennifer Lange, LMSW, Great Start Livingston Parent Coalition. Registration begins March 11.

Early Winter Weekday Programs

Class Act Readers Theatre Production
Saturday, March 13, 1:30p.m. (Youth Dept.)
Working with the elements of costuming, set design, sound effects and voice characterization Class Act Readers Theatre will present Moon Soup and Little Blue Riding Hood. Ages 5 up.

Early Winter Weekend Programs

Saturday Morning Kids’ Chess
Saturdays, 10:00-Noon  (A/B Room)
Bring your own chess set and  play the game of strategy with a friend. All levels of ability are welcome. Adult participation suggested. Drop-in. Ages 7 and up.

Let’s Get Creative with LEGO
Saturday , March 20, 1:00-3:30 p.m.  (A/B Room)
Get creative and have fun with the LEGO building blocks that we provide. Open play. Adult participation required for kids 7 and under. Ages 5-12.

Scottish Highland Dancing
Saturday, March 27, 1:30-2:30 p.m. (Room A/B)
Join us for music, a dance presentation and information about Scottish dress. Free ticket required 30 minutes prior to the program. Drop-in. All ages.

Storytime - Registration Required

ABC Storytime - Program is FULL
Tuesday, March 2- March 30, 10:30-11:15 a.m.  (Youth Dept.)
Stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft. Registration begins Feb. 15. Ages 3-5.  

Let's Go On A Reading Hunt! Program is FULL
Wednesdays, March 3 - March 30, 10:30 - Noon
Share stories, songs, rhymes and toys while exploring the "six jewels" of early literacy. Adult participation required. Registration begins Feb 15.. Ages 3 - 5


Tiny Tales
Mondays, March 1 - March 29, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
OR
Wednesdays, March 3 - March 31, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Stories, music, rhymes and movement fun. Group play concludes the program.
Registration begins Feb. 15. Ages 2 - 3

Babygarten Program is FULL
Thursdays, March 4-April 1, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Join us for a special one-on-one bonding time with baby, while enjoying stories, songs, rhyme and play. Adult participation required. Registration begins Feb 15.. Ages 1 - 2

Drop in Storytimes

Mother Goose Cafe'
Fridays, March 5 - March 26, 10:30 a.m. -Noon (A/B Room)
Share stories, rhymes, finger plays and bubbles. Group play and refreshments conclude the program. Adult participation required. Free tickets required and will be made available 30 minutes prior to the event, limited to 75 participants.. All Ages. (Next session will be from April 23 - May 14)

Bright Start Playgroup
Fridays, March 5 - April 9, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. (Youth Dept.)
Bond with your baby through books, music and play. Let us suggest great books for your little one. Adult participation, drop in. . Ages 6 - 18 months

Music, Movement and More
Tuesday, March 2– March 23, 10:30-11:00 a.m.  (Room A/B)
Explore music, instruments and body movement while helping your child get ready to read. Adult participation. Free ticket required and will be made available 30 minutes prior to the program. Limited to 45 participants. All Ages.