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Registration opens:
November 02nd, 2026

Start Right, Finish Bright

East

2026-11-21 10:00:00 2026-11-21 13:00:00 America/Chicago Start Right, Finish Bright This training introduces participants to some of the science behind the first 3 years of a child's brain development and activities they can implement to capitalize on this critical stage of growth. East Branch - Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

Saturday, November 21
10:00am - 1:00pm

East Branch

Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

This training introduces participants to some of the science behind the first 3 years of a child's brain development and activities they can implement to capitalize on this critical stage of growth.

Being a nurturing caregiver is such an important part of teaching the youngest in your care. But when should you start? How should you do it? Learn how to create the optimal environment for healthy brain development. Find out how secure attachment and social-emotional development are the foundation for all of babies’ and toddlers’ future learning. Explore ways to build intentional interactions into your day that foster language skills and are developmentally appropriate, based on the framework of "The Five Practices."
 
Tier 2 continuing education: 3.0 hours 
 
This program is specifically geared to those who teach children birth through 36 months but all interested adults are welcome!
 
Registration required; adults only; no children, no exceptions. 
 
Check in begins 10 minutes prior to class start time so workshop can begin as scheduled. To receive credit, attendees must arrive on time.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Educator Training |

TAGS: | Ready to read |

East Branch

Phone: 414-286-3597
Branch manager
Amelia Osterud

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Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Oct 05 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 06 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Oct 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Oct 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 11 Closed

Upcoming Events

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Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months with a caregiver.

Thu, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Need catch up on homework? Join us for quiet study hour - good music and relaxing vibes will be provided!

Sat, Oct 10, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Use your creativity to create a fun, unique and spooky pumpkin for Halloween!

Mon, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Learn simple and effective visible mending techniques to bring your beloved clothes back to new life.

Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 115
Learn about France, French culture and of course, how to speak French!

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share stories, songs, fingerplays and movement in this toddler story time for children aged 18 months-3 years, with a caregiver.

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room Resource Table,Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Mobile advocates from Sojourner Family Peace Center will provide a safe, confidential and survivor-centered atmosphere to anyone seeking help with advocacy, restraining order assistance, and more.

Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months with a caregiver.

Thu, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Need catch up on homework? Join us for quiet study hour - good music and relaxing vibes will be provided!

Fri, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Dive into the world of animated movies - featuring a movie from a different country every week! For teens and tweens.

Tue, Oct 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 115
Learn about France, French culture and of course, how to speak French!

Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share stories, songs, fingerplays and movement in this toddler story time for children aged 18 months-3 years, with a caregiver.

Wed, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Come enjoy a free movie and popcorn with friends for a fun after school event!

Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months with a caregiver.

Thu, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Need catch up on homework? Join us for quiet study hour - good music and relaxing vibes will be provided!

Mon, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Discuss contemporary classic novels from the past ten years selected by East Branch Librarians.

Tue, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 115
Learn about France, French culture and of course, how to speak French!

Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
No art skills? No problem! Bring your friends and/or loved one to make the most atrocious art you can out of random, goofy supplies.

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share stories, songs, fingerplays and movement in this toddler story time for children aged 18 months-3 years, with a caregiver.

Thu, Oct 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months with a caregiver.

Thu, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Need catch up on homework? Join us for quiet study hour - good music and relaxing vibes will be provided!

Fri, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Dive into the world of animated movies - featuring a movie from a different country every week! For teens and tweens.

Tue, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 115
A Death Café is a place for people of all ages to discuss issues related to death and dying, while sharing a warm drink and a sweet snack.

Tue, Nov 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 115
Learn about France, French culture and of course, how to speak French!

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Share stories, songs, fingerplays and movement in this toddler story time for children aged 18 months-3 years, with a caregiver.

Wed, Nov 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Study Room 115
Relax and puzzle your way through Wednesday morning in the beautiful East Branch Community Room. Crosswords, jigsaw puzzles, adult coloring supplies, and a beverage will be provided.

Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months with a caregiver.

Thu, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Need catch up on homework? Join us for quiet study hour - good music and relaxing vibes will be provided!