Past Events

Better late than never! Browse The Carle’s past events.

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Feb
10
Fri
11:00 am
For Families

Open Book, Open Play

Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.

Feb
8
Wed
7:00 pm
Online, Workshops

Exploring Race & Representation in Picture Books (2 sessions)

(Program is FULL) Learn how to select picture books that reflect the lives and identities of all readers, and discover tools for building a more inclusive book collection.
Feb
3
Fri
11:00 am
For Families

Word Play with The Center Dance Studio

Bring your imagination and your dancing feet!

Feb
1
thru
5
All Day
For Families

First Book Friendiversary

Families visiting between February 1-5 will receive a FREE Elephant & Piggie book while supplies last! (Elephant & Piggie costume characters will not be in attendance.)
Feb
1
thru
17
All Day
For Families

Everyday Art Project: Awesome Assemblages

Create your own 3-D artwork using paint and found materials.
Jan
31
Tue
1:00 pm
Artists & Authors, Online

Virtual Author Visit with Grace Lin and Kate Messner: Once Upon a Book

Elementary classrooms will enjoy a virtual author visit with Grace Lin and Kate Messner as they share a sneak-preview of their upcoming release, Once Upon A Book. (Zoom link provided upon purchase of book)
Jan
29
Sun
2:00 pm
For Families

Bilingual Storytime: Last Stop on Market Street | Hora de cuentos bilingües: Última parada de la Calle Market

Share stories in English and Spanish during this bilingual read aloud. Vengan compartir con nosotros el cuento bilingüe en español e inglés.

Jan
27
Fri
10:30 am
For Families

Materials Play

Art-making for the early years!
Jan
26
Thu
7:00 pm
Artists & Authors, Online, Talks

Love without Bounds: An IntersectionAllies Book about Families

Join us for this virtual program and hear from the authors of Love without Bounds, a joyful, heartwarming celebration of family in all its forms.
Jan
21
Sat
3:00 pm
For Families, Performances

Happier Family Comedy Show

Geared for kids ages 5-12, you won’t want to miss this program packed full of high energy and family-friendly funnies!
Jan
20
Fri
11:00 am
For Families

Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate

Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!
Jan
15
Sun
11:00 am
Talks

Members' Gallery Tour with Chief Curator Ellen Keiter

A special gallery tour just for Museum Members!
Dec
17
Sat
3:00 pm
For Families, Performances

Happier Family Comedy Show

Geared for kids ages 5-12, you won’t want to miss this program packed full of high energy and family-friendly funnies!
Dec
17
Sat
1:00 pm
Artists & Authors, For Families, Talks

The Antiracist Kid: A Book Talk with Author Tiffany Jewell

Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join author Tiffany Jewell in a group conversation about racism and injustice – and what to do when they encounter it at home, at school, and in the media.

Dec
16
Fri
10:30 am
For Families

Materials Play

Art-making for the early years!
Dec
14
thru
Jan
29
All Day
For Families

Everyday Art Project: Shape Sculptures

Create your own 3-D sculpture out of papers.
Dec
10
Sat
11:00 am
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Corinne Demas

Listen to author Corinne Demas read her new book The Perfect Tree, then imagine and create your own perfect tree!
Dec
9
Fri
11:00 am
For Families

Open Book, Open Play

Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.

Dec
7
Wed
11:00 am
For Families

Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate

Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!
Dec
2
Fri
11:00 am
For Families

Word Play with The Center Dance Studio

Join us for creative movement inspired by inspired by Philip and Erin Stead’s Bear Has a Story to Tell. Bring your imagination and your dancing feet!