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Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Combined Room C & D at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Ages 3-5. This program is intended for children who are able to separate from their caregivers.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room C & D
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5. This program is intended for children who are able to separate from their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Sock Ski Bunny

Sock Ski Bunny

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Grades K-4. Bundle up for some frosty fun to create the most adorable sock ski bunnies around! Children will craft cozy bunny friends who are all geared up to hit the slopes—complete with skis, scarves, and cute smiles. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-4. Bundle up for some frosty fun to create the most adorable sock ski bunnies around! Children will craft cozy bunny friends who are all geared up to hit the slopes—complete with skis, scarves, and cute smiles. 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Video Game Tournament: Mario Kart

Video Game Tournament: Mario Kart

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children, Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Grades 4 and up.  Race against your friends in a Mario Kart 8 tournament.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Children, Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4 and up.  Race against your friends in a Mario Kart 8 tournament.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

National Circus Project Workshop

National Circus Project Workshop

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Grades K-4.  This workshop features a variety of age-appropriate circus skills, including juggling, plate spinning, balancing, and diabolo manipulation, stilt-walking with the National Circus Project. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-4.  This workshop features a variety of age-appropriate circus skills, including juggling, plate spinning, balancing, and diabolo manipulation, stilt-walking with the National Circus Project. 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

New Year's Eve - Library Closes at 5 pm

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library

The Library will close at 5 pm.

Closing
Branches:
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Description:

The Library will close at 5 pm.

New Year's Day - Library Closed

All Day
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library

The Library will be closed all day.

Closing
Branches:
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed all day.

Music for Aardvarks

Music for Aardvarks

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 6 months to 5 years with accompanying adults. (No 1st graders) We sing, we dance, and we jam with real musical instruments.


 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months to 5 years with accompanying adults. (No 1st graders) We sing, we dance, and we jam with real musical instruments.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

LED Kawaii Night Light

LED Kawaii Night Light

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 11:30am - 7:00pm
Online at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts to Go, Video, Children
Age Group:
Children

Grades K-4. Create your own LED night light with a touch of sparkle in this fun mixed media workshop, make a cute glowing nightlight perfect for brightening up your room. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts to Go, Video, Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-4. Create your own LED night light with a touch of sparkle in this fun mixed media workshop, make a cute glowing nightlight perfect for brightening up your room. 

Family Trivia - Reading is Fun!

Family Trivia - Reading is Fun!

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children, Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Grades K and up with accompanying adult. PLEASE REGISTER ONE CHILD FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY AND THEN WRITE IN THE NOTES (UP TO 3 MORE) WHO WILL BE COMING.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Children, Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K and up with accompanying adult. PLEASE REGISTER ONE CHILD FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY AND THEN WRITE IN THE NOTES (UP TO 3 MORE) WHO WILL BE COMING.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

A Time for Kids, Inc.

A Time for Kids, Inc.

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying adult. This program features a mixture of stories, crafts and musical activities. For safety reasons, no younger or older siblings.


 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying adult. This program features a mixture of stories, crafts and musical activities. For safety reasons, no younger or older siblings.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Kidnastics

Kidnastics

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Ages 12 months to 4 years(no Kindergartners) with an adult. Enjoy musical warm-ups, obstacle courses, fun inflatables, and other fine and gross motor skill activities. Dress in comfortable clothes.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 12 months to 4 years(no Kindergartners) with an adult. Enjoy musical warm-ups, obstacle courses, fun inflatables, and other fine and gross motor skill activities. Dress in comfortable clothes.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Winter Cardinal

Winter Cardinal

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Grades K-4. Happy Winter! Miss Maria will be teaching children how to draw and paint a beautiful cardinal with oil pastels and watercolors. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-4. Happy Winter! Miss Maria will be teaching children how to draw and paint a beautiful cardinal with oil pastels and watercolors. 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Lego Creations

Lego Creations

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children, Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Grades 2 and up. We'll supply the Lego pieces and you supply the creativity. Join us to freely imagine and build to your heart's content! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Children, Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 2 and up. We'll supply the Lego pieces and you supply the creativity. Join us to freely imagine and build to your heart's content! 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Wiggles & Beats

Wiggles & Beats

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). Clap your hands! Stomp your feet! Wiggle to the beat in this lively music & movement program!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). Clap your hands! Stomp your feet! Wiggle to the beat in this lively music & movement program!

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Rock the Block

Rock the Block

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Ages 2-4 with accompanying adult. Rock the Block program offers toys to provide the kids with the opportunity to be creative, improve fine and gross-motor skills, build, develop an appreciation for how things work, and all wh

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-4 with accompanying adult. Rock the Block program offers toys to provide the kids with the opportunity to be creative, improve fine and gross-motor skills, build, develop an appreciation for how things work, and all wh

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Play Hooray Family

Play Hooray Family

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). This themed program includes rhymes, books, music, dancing, and other activities.


 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). This themed program includes rhymes, books, music, dancing, and other activities.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Dinosaur Land Playscape

Dinosaur Land Playscape (RESCHEDULED)

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Grades K-4. Children will enjoy creating a dinosaur-themed landscape including an “erupting” volcano, dinosaur habitat, and miniature dinosaurs.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-4. Children will enjoy creating a dinosaur-themed landscape including an “erupting” volcano, dinosaur habitat, and miniature dinosaurs.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Sketch & Stretch

Sketch & Stretch

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Grades 2-5. Children will explore various yoga activities and painting techniques. Each participant will leave this program with a completed painted canvas. Dress for a mess.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 2-5. Children will explore various yoga activities and painting techniques. Each participant will leave this program with a completed painted canvas. Dress for a mess.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Winter Wonderland Cupcakes

Winter Wonderland Cupcakes

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Grades K-4. Join Chef Rob and have fun learning how to create your own wintry themed cupcakes. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-4. Join Chef Rob and have fun learning how to create your own wintry themed cupcakes. 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Music for Aardvarks

Music for Aardvarks

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 6 months to 5 years with accompanying adults. (No 1st graders) We sing, we dance, and we jam with real musical instruments.


 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months to 5 years with accompanying adults. (No 1st graders) We sing, we dance, and we jam with real musical instruments.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Play Hooray Family

Play Hooray Family

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). This themed program includes rhymes, books, music, dancing, and other activities.


 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). This themed program includes rhymes, books, music, dancing, and other activities.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Wiggles & Beats

Wiggles & Beats

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). Clap your hands! Stomp your feet! Wiggle to the beat in this lively music & movement program!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). Clap your hands! Stomp your feet! Wiggle to the beat in this lively music & movement program!

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Winter Suncatcher - Craft to Go!

Winter Suncatcher- Craft to Go!

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 11:15am - 7:00pm
Online at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts to Go, Video, Children
Age Group:
Children

GRADES K-4.

Let the winter sun shine through with an enchanted crystal snowflake prism suncatcher in frosty blues and whites. Hang it in your window to catch the light and see soft rainbows dance on chilly days.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts to Go, Video, Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

GRADES K-4.

Let the winter sun shine through with an enchanted crystal snowflake prism suncatcher in frosty blues and whites. Hang it in your window to catch the light and see soft rainbows dance on chilly days.

Play Hooray Family

Play Hooray Family

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). This themed program includes rhymes, books, music, dancing, and other activities.


 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). This themed program includes rhymes, books, music, dancing, and other activities.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*