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Season’s Greetings!

Christmas is just round the corner! Are you looking forward to a stocking full of presents? Fear not, for we have lots of treats in store for you this December!

Do reindeers really exist and why do they pull Santa’s sledge? Learn all about Christmas customs with Super Storytastic Special: ‘Tis the Season to Be Jolly on page 15 taking place at Choa Chu Kang and Jurong West Public Libraries!

It’s the season of giving and sharing! Here’s your chance to create a handmade gift for your loved ones or make something special for yourself. Craft a melt-proof snowman in [Christmas Special] Do you want to build a Snowman? (page 10), listen to Christmas tales and make Christmas-related crafts in Ho! Ho! Ho! It's Christmas... (page 6), Christmas Children's Special Programme (page 13) and ST *ART Series: Christmas Special (page 14)!

Lastly, as we bid goodbye to 2017, make some time for self-reflection. For budding philosophers out there, Tampines Regional Library is launching a new series, Little Philosophers to explore life’s thorny questions. Discover what makes you the person that you are, and the issues surrounding artificial intelligence with Little Philosophers: Who Am I? and Little Philosophers: Can a Computer Think? on pages 8 and 11.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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MyTH MASTERS' BATTLE SIMuLATIon1 December, 1.00 pm – 2.30 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Radin Mas Hall

Plunge into the warzone! Test the power and might of your troops on the battle field and get a chance to win a battle simulation mat to enhance your skill at Myth Masters! For children aged 7 to 14.

缺少经验是打不了胜战的。带上你的特种兵, 到模拟战场上来考察你的实力吧。也许还能赢得一个游戏板哦! 此活动适合7至14岁的孩童参加。

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HoLIDAy SCIEnCE SPECIALS1 December, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)

Back by popular demand! The holiday fun science series by Science Centre Singapore will be bringing you the opportunity to be amazed by the wonders of science. Participate in our thematic activity stations — Renaissance Science, Crime Scene Science, Mathmazing Science, Play with Science — and learn through engaging hands-on activities.

[TWEEnS] MuSICAL PLAygRounD1, 8 & 15 December, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Fancy yourself a musician? Find out how you can create music through improvisation and how to structure musical peformances in this workshop conducted by Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (School of Music). Pick up techniques on music making, then create, rehearse, and perform your way to graduation! Participants are encouraged to attend all three sessions. MyTH MASTERS: SIngAPoRE VERSIon

1 December, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Radin Mas Hall

Attention, all adventurers! Join this special session if you want to know more about local mythical characters after befriending Myth Masters' Chinese heroes! For children aged 7 to 12.

各位玩家，注意了！想与本地神话来一场近距离的交流吗？欢迎大家参与这场特别的儿童节目。此活动适合7至12岁的孩童参加。

SToRyTELLIng SPECIAL: you CAn BE An AngEL Too!1 December, 7.00 pm – 7.30 pmPasir Ris Public Library, Storytelling Area

Do you hope to be able to save lives when you grow up? Find out how nurses do that every day in our storytelling session where they share about what they do and their inspiring experiences at work!

CHoA CHu KAng KIDS CHARACTER CLuB2 December, 11.00 am – 1.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

Imparting good values to children is an important part of parenting, but can often be a challenging task. Join us in this engaging parent-child programme where your little one can learn about good values through stories, interactive games and role-playing activities.

CRAfT TIME WITH PASIR RIS PuBLIC LIBRARy2 December, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmPasir Ris Public Library, Programme Zone

Looking for ways to scratch that creative itch and something fun to do during the school holidays? Why not join us for a special Art & Craft session at Pasir Ris Public Library? For children aged 4 and above.

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This programme is for free admission however registration is required. Please register at library eKiosks or www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary.

亲子阅读“看书·识世界”工作坊 RAISE-A-READER WoRKSHoP 2 December, 1.00 pm – 2.30 pmTampines Regional Library, Programme Zone

想让您的孩子爱上阅读吗? 我们的图书馆管理员将与您分享如何挑选适合您的孩子的书籍来提升他们对阅读的兴趣，并通过故事与故事延伸活动促进亲子关系。本工作坊适合育有 6 岁及以下小朋友的家长。

Reading is a great way to strengthen the parent-child bond. Let our librarians share with you the various types of books through this informative workshop and pick up tips on choosing the appropriate books to encourage your children to read for enjoyment. For parents with children aged 6 and below. This workshop will be conducted in Chinese.

让孩童通过生动的讲故事活动，享受学华语的乐趣、激发想象力、培养良好价值观，度过一个充实的周末！趣味故事，精彩童年，这是该欢笑，该想象的年龄。节目欢迎家长陪同

Join storytellers from Chou Sing Chu Foundation in a series of fun-filled interactive Chinese storytelling sessions. Stories told are suitable for children aged 4 to 10 and fun activities are included in every session. Parents are welcome to join in.

童阅家族让故事活起来Stories Come Alive @NLB

星衢讲故事Sing Chu Chinese Storytelling

2 & 16 December, 11.30 am – 12.00 pmTampines Regional Library,

Books for Babies

2 December, 12.00 pm – 12.30 pmToa Payoh Public Library,

Activity Zone

10 December, 2.30 pm – 3.00 pmCheng San Public Library,

open Stage

23 December, 1.00 pm – 1.30 pmSengkang Public Library,

Early Literacy Section

小书迷读书会@裕廊区域图书馆2 December, 1.30 pm – 2.30 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)

想要与其他小朋友一起分享阅读的乐趣吗？那就赶紧来参加小书迷读书会吧！你不但能听故事、学知识、认识不同的作家和书籍，还可以做手工、玩游戏。读书会将在每月的第一个星期六以华语进行，适合7至9岁的儿童参与。名额有限，请电邮 [email protected]报名。若名额已满，我们会将您列入等候名单。

EngLISH PuPPET SHoW PRESEnTED By CHILDREn PuPPET CASTLE2 December, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pmWoodlands Regional Library, Programme Zone3 December, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pmSerangoon Public Library, Programme Zone9 December, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room10 December, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pmTampines Regional Library, Terrace on 416 December, 12.30 pm – 1.30 pmSengkang Public Library, Early Literacy Area

Enjoy a performance by Children Puppet Castle, featuring veteran puppeteer Mr. Christopher Chow Pak Hong. This performance features two stories, ‘Santa Claus Is Missing’ and ‘The Wonderful 3 Brothers’. Experience puppets up close and get to try your own hand at working the puppets after the performance!

PLAyTIME@LIBRARy3, 10, 17 December, 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm24 & 31 December, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm5, 12, 19 & 26 December, 3.00 pm – 6.00 pmBukit Panjang Public Library, Stories Come Alive Room(Children’s Zone)

Join us for Playtime@Library! In this unstructured play programme, children and parents can learn, socialise and make new friends. Enjoy the books and variety of educational aids we have! This programme is open to children aged 6 years and below. Please note that this is a free and self-guided programme. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

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SCHooL HoLIDAy JunIoR SPECIAL: ARE you AfRAID of MonSTERS?6 December, 2.30 pm – 3.30 pmAng Mo Kio Public Library, Activity Room

Calling all brave kids, join us for an hour of monster-y goodness and fun! Learn everything there is to know about monsters and bring your very own monster buddy home! For children aged 4 to 6.

SCIEnCE WoRKSHoP foR CHILDREn5, 6 & 7 December, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pmCentral Public Library, Multi-Purpose Room

Have you got what it takes to be a zoologist and a naturalist? Join us this school holidays and find out what makes plants and animals tick in this fun and interactive workshop! For children aged 7 to 10.

Ho! Ho! Ho! IT'S CHRISTMAS...4 December, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Santa Claus is coming to town! Bring along your Christmas wishlist and join us for a special Yuletide story and craft session! For children aged 4 to 8.

BAByWEARIngSg: SofT STRuCTuRED CARRIERS (SSC)3 December, 2.30 pm – 6.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Modern baby carriers come in a wide variety of styles to suit every taste and budget. Choosing an ideal carrier can be overwhelming task when there are so many excellent options in a bewildering range of styles, colours and sizes. Learn about soft structured carriers, their different forms and styles, and get a hands on demonstration on how to wear them correctly and comfortably in this session.

This will be followed by Q&A, and new parents/parents-to-be will be able to try some of the carriers available in the market. Babywearing Singapore group will also hold their monthly Sling Meet after the talk, where new and current members of the group mingle and share their passion for carriers and children. For more information, check out https://www.facebook.com/groups/babywearingsg/

SToRyTELLIng @ ouR TAMPInES gALLERy6 December, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pmTampines Regional Library, our Tampines gallery, Level 2

Join our storytellers as they bring you into a world of fascinating tales on Singapore’s history and heritage. Fun and excitement awaits! Suitable for all ages.

onCE uPon A (PLAyfuL) TIME7 December, 3.00 pm – 4.30 pmBedok Public Library, Programme Room23 December, 10.00 am – 11.30 pmTampines Regional Library, Programme Zone

Stories are very much a part of childhood, acting as fuel to fire a playful imagination. Relive the fun times by playing storytelling games where a little twist here, a tiny surprise there go a long way to breath life into a story! Each participant will have the opportunity to experience and play a mix of 3 different storytelling games during the programme.

“MuRPHy, SEE HoW you SHInE!”: A CHILDREn’S PICTuRE BooK LAunCH7 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone15 December, 7.30 pm – 8.30 pmWoodlands Regional Library, Everest Room23 & 24 December, 12.30 pm – 1.30 pmCentral Public Library, Treehouse Library

To all children’s picture book lovers, regardless of age, here is a new story to remind us that we are all bright stars, capable of shining light into others’ lives! Through this session of storytelling and other-fun-filled activities, author Chen Wei Teng hopes to remind everyone of the gifts within us and how we can make meaning of our lives, no matter what imperfections we may have.

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SPf EngAgEMEnT DAy9 December, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Radin Mas Hall

Join the police officers from Bukit Merah West Neighbourhood Police Centre for a session of fun and exciting activities! Learn about crime awareness and how you can prevent you and your loved ones from being victims of crime. Chat with friendly neighbourhood police officers to find out what it’s like to be a police, get an exclusive viewing of police equipment, and take part in exciting games to win tokens! Suitable for all ages.

THE PRESCHooL yEARS: 3 CRITICAL HABITS of MInD AnD HoW To nuRTuRE THEM9 December, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmQueenstown Public Library, Programme Zone

Young children are primed to pick up skills and knowledge that can help them thrive. However, habits of mind are not set in stone, and can be cultivated to enhance quality of learning. This talk highlights 3 critical habits of mind – curiosity, creativity and collaboration, and provides some ways parents and caregivers can nurture these in their preschool children to form the foundation of a good learning attitude.

EP READy KIDS9 December, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmAng Mo Kio Public Library, Programme Zone

Learn all about fire, road safety and community vigilance! Know what to do in emergency situations and for safety with the help of props, role-play and Q&A. For children aged 4 to 8.

LITTLE PHILoSoPHERS: WHo AM I?8 December, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmTampines Regional Library, Programme Zone

Have you ever found yourself asking questions like "Who am I?" and "What makes an action right or wrong?"? Introducing Little Philosophers, a programme designed to introduce children to philosophy and some of the fundamental questions in our lives. Explore the topic of personal identity in this session

through thought-provoking discussion with an introduction to basic philosophical schools of thoughts. For children aged 10 and above.

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BABy LAPSIT PRogRAMME14 December, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pmTampines Regional Library, Programme Zone19 December, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmWoodlands Regional Library, Everest Room22 December, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmJurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)

Join us for 30 minutes of bonding fun with your baby and engage your little one through meaningful play! Research has shown that from the time they are infants, children learn the patterns of language. Songs and rhymes play an important role in stimulating your baby’s language development. In this session, you will be introduced to simple songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that you can use to interact and bond with your baby at home. These songs and rhymes are especially selected for babies under one, and incorporate gentle swaying and bouncing movements that babies enjoy. Remember to also bring home some books that the librarian will recommend for your little one. For parents with babies up to 12 months.

[CHRISTMAS SPECIAL] Do you WAnT To BuILD A SnoWMAn?12 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBukit Merah Public Library, Radin Mas Hall19 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmClementi Public Library, Programme Zone

Who says we need snow to build a snowman? Join us and make a melt-proof snowfriend out of clay and plasticine to keep you company this Christmas!

LITTLE PHILoSoPHERS: CAn A CoMPuTER THInK? 15 December, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pmTampines Regional Library, Programme Zone

Have you ever found yourself asking questions like "Who am I?" and "What makes an action right or wrong?"? Introducing Little Philosophers, a programme designed to introduce children to philosophy and some of the fundamental questions in our lives. Smart technology is the buzzword of our time, but what happens when machines can think for themselves? The role of artificial intelligence, the ways to measure intelligence in a machine and problems with such tests will be tackled in this session. For children aged 10 and above.

BooK PARTy11 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Get your fill of stories in this party where books flow freely plus a craft session where you get to create a little souvenir to take home! For children aged 4 to 10.

PATTERnS AnD DESIgnS In nATuRE – A MACRo PHoTogRAPHy SHoWCASE9, 10, 16 & 17 December, 2.00 pm – 6.00 pmSerangoon Public Library, Exhibition Space

Discover the beauty of the patterns and designs in nature through the lens of junior photographers from Panoramic Kids, a photography school for children. Macro photography involves extreme close-up shots that can reveal a world invisible to the naked eye. Feast on the stunning images, textures and colours that nature can offer, and try your hand at photographing beautiful flowers! For children aged 4 to 12.

儿童故事乐 MAnDARIn SToRyTELLIng (6–10) 9 & 23 December, 2.00 pm – 2.30 pmlibrary@chinatown, Programme Zone

小朋友好!唐城图书馆欢迎你们来参加我们每月的儿童故事乐。你将有机会听许多有趣生动的故事。儿童故事乐无需登记，入场免费，座位有限，欢迎大家踊跃参与。

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TALES & gAMES16 December, 2.00 pm – 3.30 pmCentral Public Library, Multi-Purpose Room

Tales & Games is a series of children’s board games based on popular fairy tales brought to life in a fun and engaging way! Materials will be provided with facilitators on hand to guide you through a session of family bonding! All ages are welcome. Brought to you by Play Games Touch Lives, a community initiative by Games4Good, which specialises in board games.

KELAB MEMBACA WIRA CERDIK@CCKPL16 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

Kelab Membaca Wira Cerdik@CCKPL merupakan kerjasama NLB dan Pre-school Teachers Network Singapore (PTNS). Kelab membaca ini bertujuan memupuk minat membaca dalam Bahasa Melayu, khususnya dalam kalangan kanak-kanak berumur antara 4 hingga 6 tahun. Ini akan diterapkan melalui aktiviti-aktiviti berasaskan buku. Anggota-anggota kelab akan bertemu pada hari Sabtu ketiga setiap bulan. Jika anda berminat untuk mendaftarkan anak anda sebagai ahli, sila dapatkan borang pendaftaran dari kaunter khidmat pelanggan perpustakaan.

CHRISTMAS CHILDREn'S SPECIAL PRogRAMME16 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmMarine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas! Have you been a good child this year? Will there be coal or something special in your Christmas stocking? Listen to heartwarming festive stories and craft a toy to bring home for Christmas! For children aged 4 to 12.

oRIgAMI WoRKSHoP: THE ART of PAPER foLDIng16 December, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

Fold colourful papers into dinosaurs, sharks, pandas, flowers and many more in this origami workshop! Participants get to bring home some beautiful souvenirs while developing fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination. For children aged 6 and above.

SPECIAL SToRyTELLIng AnD CRAfT: CHRISTMAS 16 December, 10.30 am – 11.30 amQueenstown Public Library, Storytelling Corner

Don't miss out on this special Christmas-themed storytelling and craft session! For children aged 4 to 6.

KELAB MEMBACA WIRA PInTAR15 December, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pmTampines Regional Library, Programme Zone23 December, 11.30 am – 12.30 pmSembawang Public Library, Programme Room

Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar, bertujuan memupuk minat membaca dalam Bahasa Melayu di kalangan kanak-kanak yang berusia 7 hingga 10 tahun.Di samping menanam tabiat membaca yang sihat, kami sediakan pelbagai aktiviti menarik dan menyeronokkan.

The reading club. Kelab Membaca Wira Pintar aims to foster interest in reading in Malay and instilling healthy reading habits among children aged between 7 and 10 years old. This will be implemented through book-based and other fun activities.

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[TWEEnS] RHyTHM AnD THE MuSICAL SPECTRuM22 December, 3.00 pm – 5.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

If you have a strong interest in music making, we want you! Pick up basic rhythm, frequency spectrum in sound and music production, as well as song forms and structures in this music workshop conducted by Sonare Music School. Sign up up now to compose your own electronic tracks using tablet-based sampling apps!

ST*ART SERIES: CHRISTMAS SPECIAL21 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBedok Public Library, Programme Room

Christmas is here! Join us for a merry time at the library as we unwrap Christmas stories to enjoy and make crafts to take home as gifts! For children aged 4 to 8.

SToRIES AnD MoRE! 20 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmSembawang Public Library, Reading Deck

Join us for a storytelling treat! Look out for a book-inspired activity and personalised book recommendations by our librarians. This special treat takes place every 3rd Wednesday of the month!

SuPER SToRyTASTIC SPECIAL: ‘TIS THE SEASon To BE JoLLy22 December, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room23 December, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Storytelling Corner

Ho, ho, ho! Christmas is just around the corner! Have you ever wondered why people give gifts for Christmas? Is the reindeer a real animal? Join us for this special storytelling session to find out more about this festive holiday!

SToRyTELLIng In SIngAPoRE SIgn LAnguAgE27 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmAng Mo Kio Public Library, Activity Room

Presenting a fun-filled storytelling session by the Singapore Association for the Deaf! Listen to the stories The Boy Who Cried Wolf and Hansel and Gretel, and pick up some Singapore Sign Language along the way!

PRoTECT KIDS fRoM CRIME23 December, 12.00 pm – 1.00 pmSengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

How do you keep yourself safe from crime? Join the friendly police officers from Sengkang Neighbourhood Police Centre for a storytelling skit on how you can make our homes safer! For children aged 6 to 12.

CREATE youR oWn BoARD gAME!18 December, 10.30 am – 1.30 pmBishan Public Library, Programme Zone23 December, 12.00 pm – 3.00 pmJurong Regional Library, PIXEL Labs@nLB

Fancy yourself a game developer? Try your hands are creating a board game in this workshop! Brainstorm your best ideas and prototype them with the aid of markers, stencils, coloured paper and other stationery. Instructors will be at hand to coach on game development and how to develop a strong theme such as global warming or financial responsibility in your game. For children aged age 10 and above. Participants are required

to bring writing materials such as a notebook and pen. Participants are advised to arrive on time, as seats will be opened for walk-in registration 10 minutes after the workshop begins.

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MOLLY, the Mobile Library brings popular books and classic favourites to you. Complete with a service counter, e-Kiosk, book borrowing and returning stations, it’s an experience you wouldn’t want to miss. Join us on MOLLY and indulge in the joys of reading!

MOLLY theMobile Library

MOLLY @ Blk 542,Serangoon North Ave 4

2 December, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

MOLLY @ Punggol Garden RC, Blk 164 Punggol Central

3 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Blk 403,Ang Mo Kio Ave 10

9 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ United Square,101 Thomson Road


MOLLY @ Punggol Oasis, Blk 176 Edgefield Plains

16 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Blk 112, McNair Road


MOLLY @ Blk 417,Yishun Ave 11

24 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Whampoa Community Club, 300 Whampoa Drive

30 December, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

MOLLY @ Farrer Park(In front of Farrer Park Pri)


Join other parents with young children, and supportyour child’s early development through an enjoyable 30-minute session

with songs, rhymes and stories that come alive.This fun and interactive parent-child programme is FREE!

For toddlers aged 1—3.Each registration is for a parent-child pair.

6 December 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Choa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity Room

7 December 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Tampines Regional Library, Programme Zone

8 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm geylang East Public Library, Activity Room

9 December 11.00 am – 11.30 am Central Public Library, Multi-Purpose Room

11 December 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm Cheng San Public Library, Activity Room

19 December 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Bedok Public Library, Programme Room

19 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Jurong Regional Library, Programme Zone (Level 1)

20 December 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm Clementi Public Library, Programme Zone

21 December 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm Marine Parade Public Library, Programme Zone

26 December 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm Serangoon Public Library, Programme Zone

26 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Woodlands Regional Library, Everest Room

28 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Queenstown Public Library, Programme Zone

28 December 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm Sengkang Public Library, Programme Zone

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PLEASE BRIng BALLoonS! 8 December, 3.30 pm – 4.30 pmSerangoon Public Library, Programme Zone11 December, 3.30 pm – 4.30 pmToa Payoh Public Library, Programme ZoneNo adventure is complete without a little bit of magic…and lots of balloons! Take a magical journey to the Arctic with our librarian as we explore author Lindsay Ward’s Please Bring Balloons.

WInTER TALES15 December, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pmClementi Public Library, Programme ZoneHuddle up near the fireplace as we share heart-warming tales in the snow. Join us to prepare special treats for you and your family for the season!

ASIAn foLKTALES foR CHILDREn20 December, 11.00 am – 12.00 pmWoodlands Regional Library, Everest RoomDon’t miss your chance to hear classic Asian folktales written for all children. Create your very own crafts based on these stories as well!

ouTER SPACE 4 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmBukit Batok Public Library, Activities Room5 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmQueenstown Public Library, Programme ZoneLearn all about space with us! Pick up facts on our solar system, listen to space stories and create your own space-themed craft!

ITSy BITSy InSECTS5 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmJurong West Public Library, Programme ZoneDid you know that crickets 'hear' with their legs? Come learn about the importance of tiny insects in the animal kingdom. Make and name your very own creature too!

PIRATE PARTy 7 December, 3.00 pm – 4.00 pmChoa Chu Kang Public Library, Activity RoomAhoy! Who are pirates and what do they do? There is more to them than eyepatches and talking parrots. Be a pirate for a day as we learn about them through stories and craft!

For parents and children aged 4–6.Limited to 15 parent-child pairs. Admission is free.

Each registration is for one parent-child pair.

R ead and Bond :Mommy, Daddy & Me

R e ad and Bond :Mommy, Daddy & Me

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Bishan Public LibraryThursdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 2nd Friday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4–6 yrs) (CH)

Toa Payoh Public LibrarySaturdays, 11.00 am – 11.30 am (4–6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday12.00 pm – 12.30 pm (4–6 yrs) (CH)

Central Public LibrarySundays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 1st & 3rd Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4–8 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd, 4th & 5th Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4–6 yrs)

Cheng San Public LibraryFridays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Wednesday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4–6 yrs)*Every 3rd & 4th Sunday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4–8 yrs)

Serangoon Public LibraryWednesdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4–6 yrs)*Every 1st & 2nd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4–8 yrs)

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Ang Mo Kio Public LibraryEvery 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wednesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 4th Wednesday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4–8 yrs) (CH)

Woodlands Regional LibrarySaturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4–8 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4–10 yrs) (M)*Every 2nd & 4th Sunday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4–8 yrs)

Sembawang Public Library†Every 1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th Wednesday3.00 pm – 4.00 pm (4–6 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4–8 yrs)*Every 1st Friday4.30 pm – 5.00 pm (4–8 yrs) (CH)

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Tampines Regional LibraryTuesdays, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 1st Friday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4–10 yrs) (M)Every 2nd Sunday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4–10 yrs) (CH)**Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4–8 yrs)

Bedok Public LibraryEvery 1st Saturday2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4–8 yrs) (CH)Saturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–8 yrs)

Geylang East Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 3rd & 4th Saturday11.00 am – 11.30 am (4–6 yrs)Every 2nd Wednesday8.00 pm – 8.30 pm (4–10 yrs) (CH)

Marine Parade Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 4th Friday7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4–10 yrs) (CH)

Pasir Ris Public LibraryFridays, 7.00 pm – 7.30 pm (4–8 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday 11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4–8 yrs)

Sengkang Public LibraryThursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–6 yrs)*Every 2nd Saturday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4–8 yrs)

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Bukit Batok Public Library Tuesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4–6 yrs)Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 1st Wednesday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–8 yrs) (CH)*Every 1st & 3rd Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4–8 yrs)

Bukit Panjang Public LibraryEvery 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Friday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 1st Friday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–10 yrs) (CH)*Every 2nd & 3rd Sunday12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4–8 yrs)

Clementi Public Library Thursdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–6 yrs)*Every 1st and 3rd Saturday3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4–8 yrs)

Jurong Regional Library Saturdays, 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm (4–6 yrs)Every 1st Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4–10 yrs) (CH)Every 2nd Saturday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4–10 yrs) (M)*Every 1st & 2nd Friday4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4–8 yrs)

Bukit Merah Public Library Thursdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4–6 yrs)

Choa Chu Kang Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (4–6 yrs)*Every 2nd & 4th Saturday11.30 am – 12.00 pm (4–8 yrs)

Jurong West Public LibrarySaturdays, 3.30 pm – 4.00 pm (4–6 yrs)

Queenstown Public LibraryWednesdays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (7–10 yrs)Saturdays, 10.30 am – 11.00 am (4–6 yrs)

LEGEND:CH - ChineseM - MalayT - Tamil* conducted by our Friends of the Library† includes 30 minutes of personalised book recommendations by librarians

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BIPLBishan Public Library5 Bishan Place, #01-01 Singapore 579841

CnPLlibrary@chinatown133 New Bridge Road, #04-12 Chinatown PointSingapore 059413

CSPLCheng SanPublic Library90 HougangAvenue 10,Hougang Mall, #03-11Singapore 538766

CTPLCentral Public Library100 Victoria Street, #B1-01 Singapore 188064

EPPLlibrary@esplanade8 Raffles Avenue, #03-01Singapore 039802

oCPLlibrary@orchard277 Orchard Road #03-12 & #04-11 Orchard GatewaySingapore 238858

SRPLSerangoon Public Library23 Serangoon Central, #04-82/83 NEX (Level 4R)Singapore 556083

TPPLToa PayohPublic Library6 Toa Payoh CentralSingapore 319191

AMPLAng Mo KioPublic Library4300 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6 Singapore 569842

SBPLSembawangPublic Library30 Sembawang DriveSun Plaza #05-01Singapore 757713

WRLWoodlandsRegional Library900 South Woodlands DriveWoodlands Civic Centre, #01-03, Singapore 730900

yIPLYishun Public LibraryClosed for renovations. Reopens in 2018

BBPLBukit Batok Public Library1 Bukit Batok Central Link, West Mall #03-01Singapore 658713

BMPLBukit MerahPublic Library3779 Jalan Bukit MerahSingapore 159462

BPPLBukit PanjangPublic Library1 Jelebu Road,Bukit Panjang Plaza,#04-04 & #04-16/17Singapore 677743

CCKPLChoa Chu KangPublic Library21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4,#04-01/02 Lot One Shoppers’ MallSingapore 689812

CMPLClementi Public Library3155 CommonwealthAvenue West,#05-13/14/15The Clementi MallSingapore 129588

JRLJurong Regional Library21 Jurong East Central 1Singapore 609732

JWPLJurong WestPublic Library60 Jurong West Central 3Singapore 648346 QuPLQueenstownPublic Library53 Margaret DriveSingapore 149297

BEPLBedok Public Library11 Bedok North Street 1#03-04, Heartbeat@BedokSingapore 469662

gEPLGeylang East Public Library50 Geylang East Avenue 1Singapore 389777

MPPLMarine ParadePublic Library278 Marine Parade Road, #01-02,Marine Parade Community BuildingSingapore 449282

PRPLPasir Ris Public Library1 Pasir Ris Central Street 3,White Sands,#04-01/06Singapore 518457

SKPLSengkang Public Library1 Sengkang SquareCompass One#03-28 & #04-19Singapore 545078

TRLTampines Regional Library1 Tampines Walk#02-01 Our Tampines HubSingapore 528523

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O u r L o c a t i o n s

Join our librarians in this half-hour of fun facts and stories. get to know about awesome authors and brilliant books you can dive into. for children aged 7 to 10.

Ang Mo Kio Public LibraryEvery 1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bishan Public LibraryEvery 1st & 3rd Wednesday

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bukit Merah Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Bukit Panjang Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Cheng San Public LibraryEvery 1st Wednesday3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Choa Chu Kang Public LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Clementi Public LibraryMondays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Geylang East Public LibraryEvery 2nd Sunday

2.00 pm – 2.30 pm

Jurong Regional LibrarySundays

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Jurong West Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Marine Parade Public LibraryEvery 1st Friday

3.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Serangoon Public LibraryTuesdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Sengkang Public LibraryEvery 1st & 3rd Saturday

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Tampines Regional LibraryEvery 1st Sunday

12.30 pm – 1.00 pm

Toa Payoh Public LibraryThursdays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Woodlands Regional LibraryFridays

7.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Super StorytasticSuper StorytasticSuper StorytasticSuper Storytastic is full of fun.

Learn about anything under the sun. Dragons, Robots, Kittens and Whales;

Mysteries, Humour and Adventure Tales!

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