Mr. Kippy
Mr. Kippy is a man known throughout the Coastal Bend for his reading of stories to youngsters at local libraries. Because the current health crises has him at home, we have a link to many of Mr. Kippy’s stories on video for you to enjoy!
Click here to have fun with Mr. Kippy!
Mr. Kippy reads “The Itsy Bitsy Spider” and Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes
Mr. Kippy’s Storytime is offered twice a week. Weaving his magic with stories, music, drama, theatrics, and interactive play the energetic Mr. Kippy shares stories with our young patrons. A program for elementary students if offered every Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. A program for pre-schoolers is offered every Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Both programs are free to anyone in the community, no registration is required, and parents are welcomed to attend.
The Five and Under Club is held from September through May and meets each Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The Five and Under Club provides stories, crafts, games and music for the Pre-Schooler. No pre-registration is required and parents are encouraged to attend.
Video Stories For The Five And Under Club
The After-School Program runs from September to mid May and is offered every Tuesday from 3:45 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. The After-School Program offers an opportunity for students from 3rd grade through junior high school to gather in the library and enjoy visiting with each other in a relaxed environment. There are games, music, assistance with homework, craft projects, and holiday parties. Come hang out after school and be part of the fun!
The Summer Reading Club happens each year in June and July for children of all ages, from Kindergarten through high school. Regular weekly club meetings include activities to keep kids reading all summer long. Prizes and other incentives are provided for everyone participating in this program.
Children’s Christmas Tree Lighting event is held annually in December and features holiday music by an area musician or band, hot chocolate, cookies, and more. The lighting of the children’s Christmas tree is always accompanied by a visit from Santa Claus to hear all the children’s wishes.
For more information on any of these programs, call 361-776-5355 or email the Library Director at: bcasanova@inglesidetx.gov.
