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Iris

Children's librarian Iris

Location: East Regional Library

Department: Children's services

Iris is a retired Health Educator with the State of North Carolina, serving the public for 34 years. She is an NCSU Emeritus professor and a native of Durham, NC. She is now happily continuing to serve North Carolina citizens in her part-time retirement position as Children’s Library Assistant with the East Regional Library.

Pronouns: she/her

Iris's upcoming events

Family Fables & Fun (Storytime)

Saturday, December 02, 2023 • 11:00am - 11:45am

East Regional Library (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)

Bring the whole family to enjoy interactive stories, action songs, and finger plays, all while spending time with other little ones within your community!  Intended ages: 0-5 years old

Ages: Baby, Elementary School, Kindergarten, Pre-School, Toddler

Registration required

Ready, Set, Game Time: UNO

Friday, December 08, 2023 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm

East Regional Library (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)

Bring the entire family for a quick game of UNO.  It's easy to learn and fun too.  Take a quick moment from the busy holiday time to have fun.  Hope to see your face in the place!

Ages: Elementary School, Intergenerational, Kindergarten, Middle School, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds

Registration required

Family Fun Night: DIY Airplanes

Tuesday, December 12, 2023 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm

East Regional Library (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)

Come out and have fun designing your favorite dart, jet or glider!!!  Afterwards we will have fun seeing which plane glides the furthest.

Ages: Elementary School, Intergenerational, Kindergarten, Middle School, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds

Registration required

Family Fun Night: Tennis Ball Night Lights

Tuesday, January 09, 2024 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm

East Regional Library (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)

This is another simple but unique arts and craft activity, that will sure to be a conversation starter.  Come make your DIY night light with us.

Ages: Elementary School, Intergenerational, Kindergarten, Middle School, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds

Registration required

Family Fun Night: Abstract Mat Painting (Virtual)

Tuesday, January 23, 2024 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Register and have fun creating a beautiful painted abstract picture on a mat.  This art piece will be ready for a special place to display in your home upon your completion.

Ages: Elementary School, Intergenerational, Kindergarten, Middle School, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds

Registration required

Ready, Set, Game Time!: Twister

Friday, January 26, 2024 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm

East Regional Library (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)

Let's play Twister!  This fun energetic filled game will sure to get you in a knot! Who will be the winner?  Come on out and try your luck with this fun family game.

Registration required

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