Programs for parents from the Libraries

Published on September 01, 2023

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The Grand Prairie Libraries support healthy families with free programs for parents.


Discovery Time Workshop

Select Mondays at 11:15 a.m.

Join us at the Main Library for this free, five-part workshop for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers. In each session, parents will do hands-on activities engaging directly with their children to promote emotional, physical and cognitive development. Parents will have the opportunity to bond with their children through play and ask questions of our resource professional who will be available at each session.

  • Monday, February 12, 2024 | 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
  • Monday, February 19, 2024 | 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
  • Monday, February 26, 2024 | 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
  • Monday, March 04, 2024 | 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
  • Monday, March 11, 2024 | 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Homeschool Hub

This fun and educational programming is offered exclusively for homeschooling families. Programs take place at Warmack Library or out in the community. Grades K - 8th. To register, email cplemmons@gptx.org starting two weeks before each meeting

  • Tuesday, February 13, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
  • Tuesday, March 12, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
  • Tuesday, April 09, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
  • Tuesday, May 14, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

 


Homeschool Hangout Hour

Meet new friends from the homeschooling community. Join us at the Library to play games, do crafts, or get moving with some fun exercise activities.To register please email awyche@gptx.org.Ages 5+

  • Thursday, January 11, 2024 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Thursday, February 15, 2024 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Thursday, March 21, 2024 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Thursday, May 16, 2024 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

 


Emotional Explorers: Navigating the World of Feelings

The world is big, and sometimes our feelings are even bigger! 2nd-4th graders, come learn how to understand, manage, and regulate your emotions with friends and a licensed Social Worker in this three-part series. Main Library.

Email aholstead@gptx.org to register.

When

  • Thursday, April 25, 2024 | 04:15 PM - 05:15 PM
  • Thursday, May 02, 2024 | 04:15 PM - 05:15 PM
  • Thursday, May 09, 2024 | 04:15 PM - 05:15 PM