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The St. Tammany Parish Library Children's Department offers programs for ages 0-11 years old. Visit our library at www.sttammanylibrary.org.

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SUMMER READING CHALLENGE for children AGES 0 to 11 years old

 Watch our fun infomercial on YouTube!

 Stop by any Branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library Between May 23-July 8 to pick up your reading log and get started reading.

How it works:

Color in a circle on your reading log for every 15 minutes that you read.

You can read on your own, have someone read to you, or a combination of both.

Read whatever you want.

You can read more than 15 minutes each day and you can skip some days.

When you fill up your reading log you may collect your certificate of achievement and your prize – a tool belt and ruler.

You can pick up prizes between June 19 and August 12.

OPTIONAL FOR AGES 5-11, PATCH CLUB

Children ages 5-11 have the option to complete missions by reading books and participating in other activities and earn real collectible patches.

For every 50 points you earn you will get one chance in a drawing for an Apple iPad and other prizes.

Register, record books and play online.

You will earn the Library’s collectible patch just for signing up, plus a virtual badge.

Complete up to three Patch Missions: Building, Animals and Nature, and/or Free Read.

Each Mission earns 50 points.

You can also play games, write book reviews and read books on lists to earn more points and virtual patches.

ACTIVITIES

You can pick up the bulletin of activities and events at each branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library for children, teens and adults when you pick up your reading log.

You can also find activities and events, including storytimes, craft programs and special guests on our online Events Calendar.

You can also print a list of activities and events for children here

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LEGO STRUCTURE CONTEST FOR ALL AGES

 (Including adults!)

Friday, July 7, 2017 at Slidell & Causeway Branches

Create a LEGO structure of your own creation with our Summer Reading Challenge theme: “BUILD A BETTER WORLD WITH BOOKS.”  Click here for complete rules. 

Registered participants will compete for prizes in four categories: 6-8 year olds, 9-11 year olds,12-18 year olds, and 19+.  

Visit your local branch library or our website for complete rules and the competition schedule. Space is limited. Registration is required. Registration begins Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 9:00 AM. Call the Slidell branch at 985-646-6470 and the Causeway Branch at 985-626-9779. Registration ends Wednesday, July 5, 2017. You must be present during judging.

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Battle of the Books!

The St. Tammany Battle of the Books program is an annual inter-library book trivia competition between teams of 5th-8th graders focused on knowledge of 5 pre-selected novels. Students entering 5th-8th grades in the 2017-2018 school year are eligible to join a team. Teams compete in multiple rounds in a Quiz Bowl-style competition. The Battle is followed by an Award Party. Members of the winning team receive individual trophies and are awarded the official Battle of the Books Championship Trophy for display at the winning Branch Library. Non-scoring awards include Best Sportsmanship, Best Costume, and Best Team Name. The next St. Tammany Battle of the Books will be held on July 15, 2017. Teams are forming now. Contact the coach at your local branch library.

Join a team!

Causeway Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Gigi Mathé, 985-626-9779)

Covington Branch Library (Coach Ms. LaQuana Burks, 985-893-6280)

Madisonville Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Lillie Butler, 985-845-4819)

Mandeville Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Candace Perilloux, 985-626-4293)

Slidell Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Jen Martin, 985-646-6470)

South Slidell Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Alexis Davis , 985-781-0099)

Start reading!

The City of Ember: The Graphic Novel  by Jeanne DuPrau (J GN DuPr) In the year 241, 12-year-old Lina trades jobs on Assignment Day to be a Messenger to run to new places in her decaying but beloved city, perhaps even to glimpse Unknown Regions.

The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick (J Selz) -When twelve-year-old Hugo, an orphan living and within the walls of a Paris train station in 1931, meets a mysterious toyseller and his goddaughter, his undercover life and his biggest secret are jeopardized.

My Librarian is a Camel: How Books are Brought to Children Around the Worldby Margriet Ruurs (J 027.4 Ruu) - Unusual mobile libraries found around the world.

The Wild Robot by Peter Brown (J Brow) - Roz the robot discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island with no memory of where she is from or why she is there, and her only hope of survival is to try to learn about her new environment from the island’s hostile inhabitants.

The Wright 3 by Blue Balliett ( Ball) In the midst of a series of unexplained accidents and mysterious coincidences, a team of sixth-graders lead their classmates in an attempt to keep Frank Lloyd Wright’s famous Robie House from being demolished.

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SUMMER READING CHALLENGE for children AGES 0 to 11 years old

 Watch our fun infomercial on YouTube!

 Stop by any Branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library Between May 23-July 8 to pick up your reading log and get started reading.

How it works:

Color in a circle on your reading log for every 15 minutes that you read.

You can read on your own, have someone read to you, or a combination of both.

Read whatever you want.

You can read more than 15 minutes each day and you can skip some days.

When you fill up your reading log you may collect your certificate of achievement and your prize – a tool belt and ruler.

You can pick up prizes between June 19 and August 12.

OPTIONAL FOR AGES 5-11, PATCH CLUB

Children ages 5-11 have the option to complete missions by reading books and participating in other activities and earn real collectible patches.

For every 50 points you earn you will get one chance in a drawing for an Apple iPad and other prizes.

Register, record books and play online.

You will earn the Library’s collectible patch just for signing up, plus a virtual badge.

Complete up to three Patch Missions: Building, Animals and Nature, and/or Free Read.

Each Mission earns 50 points.

You can also play games, write book reviews and read books on lists to earn more points and virtual patches.

ACTIVITIES

You can pick up the bulletin of activities and events at each branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library for children, teens and adults when you pick up your reading log.

You can also find activities and events, including storytimes, craft programs and special guests on our online Events Calendar.

You can also print a list of activities and events for children here

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The St. Tammany Battle of the Books program is an annual inter-library book trivia competition between teams of 5th-8th graders focused on knowledge of 5 pre-selected novels. Students entering 5th-8th grades in the 2017-2018 school year are eligible to join a team. Teams compete in multiple rounds in a Quiz Bowl-style competition. The Battle is followed by an Award Party. Members of the winning team receive individual trophies and are awarded the official Battle of the Books Championship Trophy for display at the winning Branch Library. Non-scoring awards include Best Sportsmanship, Best Costume, and Best Team Name. The next St. Tammany Battle of the Books will be held on July 15, 2017. Teams are forming now. Contact the coach at your local branch library. 

Initial Meeting is for Participant and Parent/Guardian

Causeway Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Gigi Mathé, 985-626-9779) Meets Thu., May 25, 4:00 P.M.  Covington Branch Library (Coach Ms. LaQuana Burks, 985-893-6280) Meets Thu., May 25, 3:30 P.M. Madisonville Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Lillie Butler, 985-845-4819) Meets Wed., May 24, 2:00 P.M. Mandeville Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Candace Perilloux, 985-626-4293) Meets Tue., May 23, 5:30 P.M. Slidell Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Jen Martin, 985-646-6470) Meets Thu., May 25, 5:30 P.M. South Slidell Branch Library (Coach Mrs. Alexis Davis , 985-781-0099) Meets Tues., May 23, 5:00 P.M.

Start reading!

The City of Ember: The Graphic Novel  by Jeanne DuPrau (J GN DuPr) In the year 241, 12-year-old Lina trades jobs on Assignment Day to be a Messenger to run to new places in her decaying but beloved city, perhaps even to glimpse Unknown Regions. 

 The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick (J Selz) -When twelve-year-old Hugo, an orphan living and within the walls of a Paris train station in 1931, meets a mysterious toyseller and his goddaughter, his undercover life and his biggest secret are jeopardized.

My Librarian is a Camel: How Books are Brought to Children Around the World by Margriet Ruurs (J 027.4 Ruu) - Unusual mobile libraries found around the world.

The Wild Robot by Peter Brown (J Brow) - Roz the robot discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island with no memory of where she is from or why she is there, and her only hope of survival is to try to learn about her new environment from the island's hostile inhabitants. 

The Wright 3 by Blue Balliett ( Ball) In the midst of a series of unexplained accidents and mysterious coincidences, a team of sixth-graders lead their classmates in an attempt to keep Frank Lloyd Wright's famous Robie House from being demolished.

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ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AT THE LIBRARY FEBRUARY 27-MARCH 2

SEE OUR SEPARATE BLOG ENTRY FOR DR SEUSS’ BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS MARCH 1-2!!

Maker Monday Art-La-Carte We provide the materials, you provide the creativity! Come let your inner artist shine. Stop by anytime on Monday to make something from the Art-La-Carte cart in the Children's Room. All ages invited. No registration required. No food will be served or used. Mandeville Monday, Feb. 27, 9:00-8:00 Art Party Join us for an Art Party! We'll read a book and explore artistic styles. We will make a unique piece of art using creativity and full-body action art! All ages welcome. No food will be served. No registration required. Mandeville Thursday, Mar. 2, 2:00 Love on a Leash Children ages 5-11 practice their reading aloud skills with a nonjudgmental audience- a dog! Trained therapy dogs from Love on a Leash St. Tammany will be available for short sessions for children to practice reading. Registration is required, please call the branch. No food will be served. Abita Springs Thursday, Mar. 2, 4:30-5:45

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STORYTIME AT THE LIBRARY

Visit our website for information on how to make Storytime a fun and successful experience. Sometimes food products will served as refreshment or used as a craft material. Please call the branch for details. Please inform the librarian of any food allergies at least one week in advance. We are happy to make accommodations for you.

Storytime for Babies and Toddlers Ages 3-36 Months at Causeway Branch,  Tuesdays at 9:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children ages 3 months to 36 months and their grown-ups. Toddler Storytime for Walking Babies and Toddlers up to 36 Mo. at Slidell Branch,  Tuesdays at 9:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes and activities for babies who are walking and toddlers up to 36 months, and their grown-ups. Storytime for Babies and Toddlers Ages 3-36 Months at Madisonville Branch,  Tuesdays at 10:00 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children ages 3 months to 36 months and their grown-ups. Storytime for All Ages at Bush Branch,  Tuesdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children of all ages and their grown-ups. Preschool Storytime for Ages 3-5 at Causeway Branch,  Tuesdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes and activities for ages 3-5 and their grown-ups. Storytime for All Ages at Covington Branch, Tuesdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children of all ages and their grown-ups. Storytime for All Ages at Folsom Branch, Tuesdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children of all ages and their grown-ups. Storytime for All Ages at Lacombe Branch, Tuesdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children of all ages and their grown-ups. Preschool Storytime for Ages 3-5 at Slidell Branch,  Tuesdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes and activities for ages 3-5 and their grown-ups. Preschool Storytime for Ages 3-5 at Madisonville Branch,  Tuesdays at 11:00 AM- Books, stories, rhymes and activities for ages 3-5 and their grown-ups. Lapsit Baby Storytime at Slidell Branch, Wednesdays at 9:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children who are not yet walking and their grown-ups. "Creepers" welcome! If your baby is walking, please come to Toddler Storytime on Tuesday mornings at 9:30. Preschool Storytime for Ages 3-5 at Mandeville Branch,  Wednesdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes and activities for ages 3-5 and their grown-ups. Baby and Toddler Storytime at South Slidell Branch,  Wednesdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children ages 2 months to 36 months and their grown-ups. Storytime for Babies and Toddlers Ages 3-36 Months at Mandeville Branch,  Thursdays at 9:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children ages 3 months to 36 months and their grown-ups. Preschool Storytime for Ages 3-5 Years at South Slidell Branch,  Thursdays at 9:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes and activities for ages 3-5 and their grown-ups. Storytime for All Ages at Lee Road Branch, Thursdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children of all ages and their grown-ups. Storytime for All Ages at Pearl River Branch, Thursdays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children of all ages and their grown-ups. Family Storytime for All Ages at Slidell Branch,  Thursdays at 6:30 PM Storytime for All Ages At Abita Springs Branch, Fridays at 10:30 AM- Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children of all ages and their grown-ups.

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CELEBRATE DR. SEUSS’ BIRTHDAY AT THE LIBRARY!

Children from ages 2 to 92 in St. Tammany will join millions of their peers across the country to celebrate the annual National Education Association's (NEA) Read Across America Day on Thursday, March 2, 2017. NEA's Read Across America Day, which celebrates Dr. Seuss's birthday and the joys of reading, expects more than 45 million readers, both young and old, to pick up a book and read. There will be parties and festivities going on at most branches of the Library. Most programs will include cake unless noted. Please call the branch for details. Please inform the librarian of any food allergies at least one week in advance. We are happy to make accommodations.

Seussical celebrations begin a day early with a special storytime at Mandeville Branch (985-626-4293) on Wednesday, March 1 at 10:30 A.M. There will be more parties later in the afternoon on Wednesday, March 1 as Lee Road (985-893-6284) and South Slidell (985-781-0099) Branches will both host parties at 4:00 P.M. and Abita Springs Branch (985-893-6285) at 4:30 P.M. (and will serve Rice Krispy Treats instead of cake.) Festivities will include books, games, crafts and activities.

Thursday, March 2 is Dr. Seuss’ actual 113th birthday and there will be celebrations across the parish. Both Covington (985-893-6280) and Pearl River (985-863-5518) Branches’ parties are at 1:00 P.M.  Causeway Branch’s (985-629-9779) party is at 2:00 P.M. and Bush Branch’s (985-886-3588) party is at 4:00 P.M.  Madisonville Branch (985-845-4819) likes to celebrate so much, they are having fun from 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Dr. Seuss fans can stop by anytime during the time frame to read a book, participate in activities and make a craft. No refreshments will be served at Madisonville. Slidell Branch (985-646-6470) will host a special Family Storytime at 6:30 P.M. to honor the Doctor. The St. Tammany Parish Library will also bring Seuss to the outdoors with a StoryWalk® at the Northlake Nature Center. Families can enjoy Dr. Seuss’ book, Happy Birthday to Me, along a nice nature walk. The StoryWalk® takes about a half hour. Stop by anytime between 12:00-3:00. The Northlake Nature Center is located in Mandeville at 23135 Hwy 190 East. Cake will be served but please bring your own beverage. Call 985-629-1931 for details or in case of rain.

The goal of St. Tammany Parish Library’s Read Across America celebrations is to show children the joy of reading and build a nation of readers-on March 2nd and every day. As Dr. Seuss said himself, “"You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read with a child." Children ages 9 and under may not be left unattended at any St. Tammany Parish Library.

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2016 Winter Reading Challenge! December 20, 2016 - January 14, 2017 Ages 5-11 years old only

Earn a point for every minute that you read over the Winter Break. Once you have earned 360 points you win a paperback book. Plus, everyone who reads for 360 minutes will be entered into a drawing for a Kindle Fire. You can also earn points by playing games and completing missions. You can also write reviews of the books you read, if you want, that will be shared with other kids. Online only.

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All Ages invited! Fans of Comic Books, Manga, Graphic Novels, Anime, Harry Potter, Dr. Who, Minecraft, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, My Little Pony, Pokémon, Adventure Time, Cos-Play, Lego, Super Heroes, Gaming, and anything else YOU are interested in! Costumes are encouraged.

COMICS, GAMES AND DVD SWAP

Bring your gently used books, comics, video games and DVDs to swap. Items must be in good, working condition. (Caveat emptor.)

ALL AGES FAN ART SHOW

For all ages. Guidelines and entry form for Fan Art (children, teens and adults) CLICK HERE. Or email [email protected] for details and form.

HARRY POTTER FAN FICTION CONTEST

For teens ages 12-18 only. Guidelines and entry form for Fan Fiction CLICK HERE. Or email [email protected] for details and form.

SCHEDULE

12 NOON– 2 P.M. · GAMES · CRAFTS · FAN ART SHOW · FAN FICTION SHOW · PHOTO-OPS WITH STAR WARS & OTHER CHARACTERS · COSTUME MAKING FORUM · SWORD DEMO · QUIDDITCH DEMO · HARRY POTTER YOGA · HARRY POTTER LECTURE · BUTTER BEER (NON ALCOHOLIC) COSTUME REVUE FOR EVERYONE! 2:15 P.M. (Costumes should be appropriate for a family event.) DANCE PARTY FOR EVERYONE! 3:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M.

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SANTA CLAUS VISITS THE ST TAMMANY PARISH LIBRARY

SPECIAL SANTA STORYTIME FOR ALL AGES AT THE LEE ROAD LIBRARY Thursday, December 8, 2016, 10:30 AM, 985-893-6284 Hear a favorite holiday classic book and then visit with Santa. Bring your camera! No registration is required. Candy canes will be served. MILK AND BOOKIES + SANTA FOR ALL AGES AT THE SLIDELL LIBRARY Monday, December 12, 2016, 10:00 AM, 985-646-6470 Join us for milk and cookies and a special visit with Santa! Come listen to a holiday story, sing some songs, do a craft, and meet Santa! Bring your camera! Everyone is encouraged to bring a gently used or new children’s book for donating to a local children’s nonprofit through the Milk+Bookies program. No registration required. All ages welcome. Milk and cookies will served. Please call the branch for details. Please inform the librarian of any food allergies at least one week in advance. We are happy to make accommodations for you. A ‘BEARY’ MERRY CHRISTMAS WITH SANTA FOR ALL AGES AT THE MADISONVILLE LIBRARY Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 10:30 AM, 985-845-4819 Bring your teddy bear or any favorite stuffed animal with you to meet Santa. Listen to stories and do a craft to take home. No registration required. Rice Krispies and candy canes will be served. Please call the branch for details. Please inform the librarian of any food allergies at least one week in advance. We are happy to make accommodations for you. MILK AND BOOKIES + SANTA FOR ALL AGES AT THE MANDEVILLE LIBRARY Wednesday, December 14, 2016, 10:30 AM, 985-646-4293 Come join us for milk and cookies and a visit from Santa. Bring along a gently used or new children’s book for donating to a local nonprofit organization serving children (donations are not required for attending). We will have games, crafts, and Santa’s favorite treat, whole milk and cookies. Please call the branch for details and inform the librarian of any food allergies at least one week in advance. We are happy to make accommodations for you. No registration required. All ages welcome.  VISIT WITH SANTA AT SOUTH SLIDELL LIBRARY Thursday, December 15, 2016, 10:30 AM, 985-781-0099 Hear a favorite holiday classic book and then visit with Santa. Bring your camera! No registration is required. Candy canes will be served. VISIT WITH MRS. CLAUS AT THE PEARL RIVER LIBRARY Thursday, December 15, 10:30 AM, 985-863-5518 Hear a favorite holiday classic book and then visit with Mrs. Claus. Bring your camera! No registration is required. Candy canes will be served.

VISIT WITH SANTA AT ABITA SPRINGS LIBRARY Friday, December 16, 2016, 11:30 AM, 985-893-6285 Come by to make a craft, listen to neighborhood carolers and visit with Santa. Bring your camera! No registration is required. Candy canes and Rice Krispy Treats and hot chocolate will be served. Please call the branch for details. Please inform the librarian of any food allergies at least one week in advance. We are happy to make accommodations for you. VISIT WITH SANTA AT THE CAUSEWAY LIBRARY Monday, December 19, 2016, 10:30 AM, 985-626-9779 Hear a favorite holiday classic book and then visit with Santa. Bring your camera! No registration is required. Candy canes, whole milk and sugar cookies will be served. Please call the branch for details and inform the librarian of any food allergies at least one week in advance. We are happy to make accommodations for you. VISIT WITH SANTA AT COVINGTON LIBRARY Tuesday, December 20, 2016, 10:30 AM, 985-893-6280 Hear a favorite holiday classic book and then visit with Santa. Bring your camera! No registration is required. Candy canes will be served.

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STORYWALK ® AT THE NORTHLAKE NATURE CENTER

Kids have half a day of school, the holiday break begins and Winter begins the next day! Perfect afternoon for a StoryWalk ® .

As families are striving to become more active, the library is taking books and storytime out of doors! The St. Tammany Parish Library is partnering with the Northlake Nature Center to encourage fitness, enjoyment of nature and literacy at the same time with a StoryWalk®. Developed by The Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition, StoryWalk® is a fun, educational activity that places a children’s story (literally a book taken apart) along a popular walking route in the community. The event will be held at the Northlake Nature Center in Mandeville on Tuesday, December 20, between 12:00-3:00. Families can stop by anytime but should arrive by 2:30 to be able to enjoy the entire story. The StoryWalk® will take about a half hour to complete, but the afternoon could be stretched out longer as families enjoy the trails at the center. The featured book will be Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. The story allows for a lot of fun participation. Families can expect to dance, hop and recreate other antics as they walk from page to page of the story. Check back for rain date in case of inclement weather.

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2016 Winter Reading Challenge! December 20, 2016 - January 14, 2017 Ages 5-11 years old only

Earn a point for every minute that you read over the Winter Break. Once you have earned 360 points you win a paperback book. Plus, everyone who reads for 360 minutes will be entered into a drawing for a Kindle Fire. You can also earn points by playing games and completing missions. You can also write reviews of the books you read, if you want, that will be shared with other kids. Online only.

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LIBRARY PROGRAMS FOR KIDS DECEMBER 12-17

Crafternoon: Covington, Dec. 12, 4:00-5:30 Make a "tree"! Drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30. All ages are invited and no RSVP is required. No food will be served. Family Game Night: Mandeville, Dec. 13, 5:30 Kids ages 5 and up can stop by with their family and friends to play board games and card games. No registration required. No food will be served. Pajama Storytime: Digital Edition: Slidell, Dec. 14, 10:30 Come in your favorite PJs to hear some bedtime stories with TumbleBooks. Watch and listen to stories, sing some songs, do a craft and learn about TumbleBooks and the TumbleBooks Cloud Library. Our reference librarian will be on hand to help you access this amazing resource from home. No registration required. All ages are welcome. No food will be served. Read with a Pup: South Slidell, Dec. 14, 3:00 Children practice their reading aloud skills with a nonjudgmental audience- a dog! Trained therapy dogs from Angels on Paws will be available for short sessions for children to practice reading. Registration is required. Registration opens 1 week prior to the event. Call 985-781-0099 to register for a time slot. No food will be served. Tween/Kids Christmas Ornament Make and Take: Bush, Dec. 14, 12:00-8:00 Children and Tweens (10-14) can stop by anytime between Noon and 8pm to make an ornament. No registration required. No food will be used or served. Love on a Leash: Lacombe, Dec. 15, 4:45-5:45 Children practice their reading aloud skills with a nonjudgmental audience- a dog! Trained therapy dogs from Love on a Leash St. Tammany will be available for short sessions for children to practice reading. Registration is required. Call 985-882-7858 to register. Tween Holiday Events Covington, Dec. 17, 2:00-4:00 Stop by the Covington Branch to learn how to make soap and watch The Santa Clause (Rated PG.) LIMIT: 15 tweens ages 10 - 14, only please. Online Registration Required. Slidell, Dec. 17, 2:00-4:00 Stop by the Slidell Branch to make a craft and watch Elf (Rated PG.) LIMIT: 15 tweens ages 10 - 14, only please. Online Registration Required.