August is family fun month! Take some time this month to do something fun with your family. You could visit a new museum or an old favorite (see below for details about Museum Adventure Pass and Explore More Illinois). You could play at the park, cook a meal, or simply read a book together. And check out some of the amazing items we have to offer through our Library of Things!
Books:
Daddy Putdown
It’s Dad’s turn to get Bluey and Bingo ready for bed. Will the dad putdown go to plan?
Queens
Bluey and Bingo are playing queens, but they both want to be the butler. Who will have to wear the crown?
The Book That Almost Rhymed
Every great adventure needs a hero—or two! This playful take on storytelling and equity proves that two tellers can make a rhyming tale twice as nice.
Library of Things:
Orion StarBlast 4.5″ Telescope
Telescope kit designed for viewing land and sky.
Botley, the Coding Robot 2.0
Botley 2.0 helps kids as young as 5 learn to code through 100% screen-free play. Botley 2.0 knows multiple ways to code right out of the box–code by color, make Botley move in six directions, and even put on a light show!
3Doodler Start+
Designed to make it easier for anyone to create 3D shapes and designs, the 3Doodler Start+ kits & accessories give you everything you need to level up your Doodling.
Bounty Hunter Tracker IV Metal Detector
Will detect all kinds of metal from iron relics, coins and household items to precious metals like silver and gold … Recommended for coin and jewelry hunting, relic hunting, prospecting and utility applications.
Giant Jenga
Enjoy hours of fun with friends and family with this giant Jenga game.
Museums:
Museum Adventure Pass
The Museum Adventure Pass program provides free admission to unique cultural destinations throughout the Chicago area to library card holders at over 140 suburban public libraries, including the Warren-Newport Public Library (WNPL).
Explore More Illinois
Looking for more adventure and excitement for you and your family? The Warren-Newport Public Library has revamped our museum pass program and joined Explore More Illinois, which offers more options than ever before. Explore More Illinois is a cultural pass program that allows Illinois public library cardholders access and discounts at museums, park districts, historical societies, zoos, arts centers, recreational facilities, and other attractions.