April marks the 100th year of the Titanic Disaster. History professor Monica Ketchum will be at the Main Library to discuss the series of miscalculations that led to this disaster. Anyone who attends has a chance to win two tickets for free admission to the San Diego History Museum. This lecture is open to …
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Cupcakes! Lemonade! Hot dogs! The Yuma International Airport presents its 3rd annual Baby Shower. If you are expecting a new little one or if you have recently had a child, this event is for you. Balloons for kids… prizes… raffles… and free baby baskets for the first 50 mothers-to-be who attend this event! A new …
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Come get your child’s photo taken with their favorite bigger-than-life characters like Spider Man, Batman, Clifford, and Sleeping Beauty! Or, in our case, get a photo of your child crying and running away from these characters. Ha! Either way, come on out to the Heritage Library lawn to celebrate the “Week of the Young Child”, organized …
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Nothing says April like ARTbeat! The Yuma Art Center once again plays host to the most eclectic event in Yuma, ARTbeat, the annual outdoor fine art exhibit and sale. ARTbeat-5 delivers an outstanding mix of local and regional fine artists exhibiting their work on Main Street in Historic Downtown Yuma. This award- winning, street-level event …
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If you have kids ages 6-12 and live in the Foothills, come on down to the library for an Earth Day themed Kidz Craft! Arts and crafts materials will be provided courtesy of the Friends of the Foothills Library. Date: Saturday, April 21st Time: 10:30 am Place: Foothills LIbrary, 13226 South Frontage Road Ages: 6-12 …
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It can be difficult to find events appropriate for kids younger than three. Try this! Dates: April 16, April 23, May 14, May 21 Time: 9:15 AM Place: Yuma County Main Library Ages: 18 months – 5 years Cost: Free For more information: Call the Library at (928) 782-1871
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United Way of Yuma County is on a mission to improve literacy through an amazing, FREE book program for children ages 0-5! Exposure to reading material is SO important for young children and we are lucky to have a program like this in Yuma. To get a child started with the book program, visit …
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The mission of this event is to educate Yuma residents about all the affordable housing options and resources available in the community. There will be many experts on hand to inform tenants of their rights as well as the path toward homeownership! There will also be plenty of activities to keep little ones busy while …
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Want to do your part for the environment? Children ages 10 and under can take action by creating eco-crafts from recycled materials on Wednesday, April 11th, 18th, and 25th. Come on out to the San Luis Library, it’s free! Dates: April 11th, 18th, and 25th Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM Location: San …
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I have personally done this program and it’s great! My children were two and four at the time and it consisted of simple crafts, a story, some music, and some playtime. Parents are encouraged to learn about how to help their children reach their maximum potential. This program is FREE. Brain Box Playgroup In the …
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Grab your Teddy Bear and join “Booker Bear” for the Yuma Library’s 37th Annual Teddy Bear Picnic! Activities include a teddy bear picnic, Zumba demonstration, crafts, games, stories, and prizes. Don’t forget to bring a picnic lunch for you and your teddy bear! Details: Date: Saturday, April 14th Time: 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Place: Main …
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