From Storytime to Screentime
Saturdays 10:30 – 11:30 am
Sundays 12:30 – 1:30 pm
The Paley Archive at the Beverly Hills Public Library
Paley is excited to launch a fun, entertaining and educational program for families called From Storytime to Screentime. Every Saturday and Sunday, families can enjoy a special weekend experience featuring screenings of beloved TV shows inspired by classic children’s books. The program starts with a cozy story time, where a presenter reads the original book aloud. Afterward, families will watch the TV show adaptation and participate in arts & crafts and activities inspired by the stories. It’s the perfect combination of reading, watching, and playing—only at Paley!
All families are welcome to From Storytime to Screentime, only Paley Members can reserve places in advance.
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April
This month we celebrate nature and Earth Day with screenings from the Paley Archive featuring some of the most beloved stories from author, designer, and illustrator Eric Carle, highlighting a few of our favorite colorful characters.
The World of Eric Carle
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
April 5 & 6
April 19
The Mixed Up Chameleon
April 12 & 13
April 26 & 27
April Arts & Craft: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Paper Chain
Celebrate the wonders of transformation with The Very Hungry Caterpillar craft! Using vibrant colored paper, kids will create a beautiful paper chain to represent the caterpillar’s journey through the story. This craft is perfect for little hands to cut, glue, and string together while learning about the life cycle of a butterfly.
May
Enter the playful world of Maurice Sendak featuring the beloved Where the Wild Things Are and Really Rosie which features a musical version of Sendak's children's book, with Carole King as Rosie.
The World of Maurice Sendak
Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are
May 3 & 4
May 17 & 18
Maurice Sendak’s Really Rosie
May 10 & 11
May 24 & 25
May Arts & Crafts: Where the Wild Things Are Monster Popsicle Stick
Let your wild side roam free with Where the Wild Things Are monster puppets! Using popsicle sticks, googly eyes, yarn, and craft paper, you can make your own wild thing to take home. Whether you create a friendly monster or a wild one, this fun and imaginative craft is perfect for bringing your favorite book to life.
June
Join Papa, Mama, Brother, and Sister Bear in two episodes of this animated children's show based on the classic books by Stan and Jan Berenstain: The Trouble at School and Count Their Blessings.
The World of the Berenstain Bears
The Trouble at School
May 31 & June 1
June 14 & 15
June 28 & 29
Bears Count Their Blessings
June 7 & 8
June 21 & 22
June Arts & Crafts: Berenstain Bears Paper Bag Puppets
Join the Berenstain Bears for a day of fun as you create your own paper bag puppet! Using simple materials like paper bags, construction paper, markers, and glue, you’ll bring Papa, Mama, Brother, or Sister Bear to life. Afterward, you can put on a puppet show with your new creation! It’s a great craft for family bonding and sparking creativity.
Events and participants are subject to change.
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