This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Preschool Storytime Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Area - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library Program Type: Early Learning, Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Join Children’s Librarian Miss Julie for stories, songs, fingerplays, and lots of fun! This program is designed for children ages 2-4. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Carmel Mountain Ranch Library Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library Room: Children's Area - Carmel Mountain Ranch Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Early Learning, Literature Event Details: Join Children’s Librarian Miss Julie for stories, songs, fingerplays, and lots of fun! This program is designed for children ages 2-4.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Rhythm and Movement Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Area - Ocean Beach at Ocean Beach Library Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to atten... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Rhythm and Movement 10:00am - 10:30am Ocean Beach Library Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library Room: Children's Area - Ocean Beach Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Community Engagement, , Literature Event Details: In this highly interactive, music-based storytime program, children have the opportunity to make music, learn beats, and dance and move to the sounds. All ages are welcome to attend.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Storytime Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Program Type: Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Join us in the library's spacious community room where we can all safely space out for a Storytime with Miss Melissa or Miss Jennifer appropriate for preschoolers. This Storytime r... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Library Branch: Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Room: Community Room - Scripps Miramar Ranch Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Literature Event Details: Join us in the library's spacious community room where we can all safely space out for a Storytime with Miss Melissa or Miss Jennifer appropriate for preschoolers.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Stay & Play Storytime Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Program Type: Early Learning, Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Welcome families to Stay and Play! This program is focused towards children 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Every week we will offer a Storytime and craft to encourage early... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Stay & Play Storytime 10:00am - 11:15am Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Room: Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Early Learning, Literature Event Details: Welcome families to Stay and Play!
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. Toddler Storytime Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am Community Room - North University at North University Community Library Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Event Details: Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play at Toddler Storytime! Come and build essential early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Designed for children ages 1-3. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 11:15am North University Community Library Library Branch: North University Community Library Room: Community Room - North University Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Event Details: Join in as we read, sing, dance, and play at Toddler Storytime! Come and build essential early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Designed for children ages 1-3.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Dance Pants Party Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library Program Type: Community Engagement Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Event Details: Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature "The Wheels on the Bus," "Baby Shark," and more. Families, it’s... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Dance Pants Party 10:30am - 11:15am Mission Valley Library Library Branch: Mission Valley Library Room: Community Room - Mission Valley Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Program Type: Community Engagement Event Details: Recommended for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-school age kids, this simple dance program will feature "The Wheels on the Bus," "Baby Shark," and more. Families, it’s time to get your groove on!
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Storytime for Toddlers & Preschoolers Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery at San Carlos Library Program Type: Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy! Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation. Ages 1-5. Every Thursday.&n... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Storytime for Toddlers & Preschoolers 10:00am - 10:30am San Carlos Library Library Branch: San Carlos Library Room: Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Literature Event Details: Join us for a storytime that fosters early literacy! Features books, songs, action rhymes, and finger plays that invite participation. Ages 1-5. Every Thursday.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. Baby Toddler Explore Time Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Event Details: Come let your baby or toddler learn about the world by exploring. Little ones are able to make noise, play, and meet new friends. This is a loosely structured, baby-led program of ... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Baby Toddler Explore Time 10:00am - 11:00am Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Event Details: Come let your baby or toddler learn about the world by exploring. Little ones are able to make noise, play, and meet new friends. This is a loosely structured, baby-led program of play, stories, bubbles, songs and more.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Sign Language Storytime Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Main Area - North Clairemont at North Clairemont Library Program Type: Featured Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Children learn simple signing in a fun, storytime format. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Sign Language Storytime 10:00am - 11:00am North Clairemont Library Library Branch: North Clairemont Library Room: Main Area - North Clairemont Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Featured Event Details: Children learn simple signing in a fun, storytime format.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Stay & Play Storytime Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Ocean Beach Library Program Type: Early Learning Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Join Ms. Camille and Ms. Melissa every Thursday at the OB Rec Center for storytime and free play for children 0 to 5 years old. Each week children will have the opportunity to expl... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Stay & Play Storytime 10:00am - 11:00am Ocean Beach Library Library Branch: Ocean Beach Library Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Early Learning Event Details: Join Ms. Camille and Ms. Melissa every Thursday at the OB Rec Center for storytime and free play for children 0 to 5 years old. Each week children will have the opportunity to explore and socialize and so will their caregivers!
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Preschool Storytime Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos Program Type: Early Learning, Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Preschool storytime for babies, toddlers, and all preschoolers! All Ages are welcome to join us for a fun and educational storytime featuring songs, lullabies, nursery rhymes, f... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Rancho Peñasquitos Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Early Learning, Literature Event Details: Preschool storytime for babies, toddlers, and all preschoolers!
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Songs and Stories with Ms Amy Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Community Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library Program Type: Early Learning, Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Read along and sing for this fun interactive storytime. We will read picture books, move our bodies, act out stories, and sing fun songs and silly rhymes to build our skills with w... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Songs and Stories with Ms Amy 10:30am - 11:00am La Jolla/Riford Library Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Early Learning, Literature Event Details: Read along and sing for this fun interactive storytime. We will read picture books, move our bodies, act out stories, and sing fun songs and silly rhymes to build our skills with words and language. The storytime will be followed by a craft.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Toddler and Preschool Storytime Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am Community Room - Mission Valley at Mission Valley Library Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Toddler and Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Mission Valley Library Library Branch: Mission Valley Library Room: Community Room - Mission Valley Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature Event Details: Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Odi Buddies Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos at Rancho Peñasquitos Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Children 0-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to join us for Odi Buddies! We will sing songs, do rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers and have fun! This is a great oppo... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Odi Buddies 11:00am - 11:30am Rancho Peñasquitos Library Branch: Rancho Peñasquitos Room: Community Room - Rancho Peñasquitos Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning Event Details: Children 0-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to join us for Odi Buddies! We will sing songs, do rhymes, fingerplays, shake our shakers and have fun!
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. This event is in the "Middle School Age" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Older Adults" group. StoryBox Theatre: Kamishibai Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Program Includes Kit Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Adults, Older Adults Event Details: Presented by Write Out Loud San Diego, "StoryBox" is the American name given to the Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai. StoryBox combines dramatic storytelling ... This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. This event is in the "Middle School Age" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Older Adults" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri StoryBox Theatre: Kamishibai 10:00am - 10:30am Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Room: Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Adults, Older Adults Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature, Program Includes Kit Event Details: Presented by Write Out Loud San Diego, "StoryBox" is the American name given to the Japanese storytelling tradition called kamishibai.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Baby Sign Stories Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Community Room - City Heights/Weingart at City Heights/Weingart Library Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Join us weekly for 30 minutes for songs, stories, and sign language followed by 30 minutes of free play and snacks. This is a free program for parents and their babies/toddlers.... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Baby Sign Stories 10:00am - 11:00am City Heights/Weingart Library Library Branch: City Heights/Weingart Library Room: Community Room - City Heights/Weingart Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Learning, Event Details: Join us weekly for 30 minutes for songs, stories, and sign language followed by 30 minutes of free play and snacks. This is a free program for parents and their babies/toddlers.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Kid's Arts & Crafts Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Emily Brightwood Children's Area - Mission Hills/Hillcrest at Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library Program Type: Art, Early Learning Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Event Details: Join us for an hour fun of artistic exploration and creativity! Offering a variety of hands-on activities that will inspire their imagination and creativity. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Kid's Arts & Crafts 10:00am - 11:00am Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library Library Branch: Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library Room: Emily Brightwood Children's Area - Mission Hills/Hillcrest Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Program Type: Art, Early Learning Event Details: Join us for an hour fun of artistic exploration and creativity! Offering a variety of hands-on activities that will inspire their imagination and creativity.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. Free Play Fridays Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Event Details: All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Held outdoors on the grass, bring a blanket or chair. No Registration required.&... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Free Play Fridays 10:30am - 11:30am Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library Library Branch: Allied Gardens/Benjamin Library Age Group: Babies/Toddlers Event Details: All young children and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs and rhymes. Held outdoors on the grass, bring a blanket or chair. No Registration required. We hope to see you there!
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Signing Storytime Friday, April 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm Community Room - La Jolla/Riford at La Jolla/Riford Library Program Type: Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Join Ms Jennifer from signs at Play! for weekly sign language learning and fun! Establish non-verbal communication skills with your little one by learning basic signs and to exp... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 4 2025 Fri Signing Storytime 12:00pm - 12:30pm La Jolla/Riford Library Library Branch: La Jolla/Riford Library Room: Community Room - La Jolla/Riford Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Program Type: Literature Event Details: Join Ms Jennifer from signs at Play! for weekly sign language learning and fun! Establish non-verbal communication skills with your little one by learning basic signs and to expand your signing vocabulary in this engaging storytime.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Mandarin Chinese Storytime Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch at Carmel Mountain Ranch Library Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Event Details: Join us for Chinese stories and songs with Miss Canndy. This program is for children, but all ages are welcome. Please note that this is not a bilingual storytime. ... This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Mandarin Chinese Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Carmel Mountain Ranch Library Library Branch: Carmel Mountain Ranch Library Room: Community Room - Carmel Mountain Ranch Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Program Type: Cultural Appreciation, Literature Event Details: Join us for Chinese stories and songs with Miss Canndy. This program is for children, but all ages are welcome. Please note that this is not a bilingual storytime. This program will be held on the first Saturday of the month in t
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. This event is in the "Middle School Age" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Older Adults" group. Game On @ the Library Monday, April 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults Event Details: Come enjoy a night of board games and fun! Feel free to bring beverages, snacks, and your own games. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. Our selection of games inclu... This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. This event is in the "Middle School Age" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Emerging Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Older Adults" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Game On @ the Library 4:00pm - 5:30pm Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Room: Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch Age Group: All Ages, Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults Event Details: Come enjoy a night of board games and fun! Feel free to bring beverages, snacks, and your own games. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Pajama Signing Storytime Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch at Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Event Details: Pajama Signing Storytime with Jennifer Duncan of Signs at Play is a cozy and fun event for families with young children. It combines the joy of bedtime stories with the added fun o... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Pajama Signing Storytime 6:00pm - 6:30pm Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Library Branch: Pacific Highlands Ranch (Opens Fall 2024) Room: Community Room - Pacific Highlands Ranch Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Program Type: Community Engagement, Literature Event Details: Pajama Signing Storytime with Jennifer Duncan of Signs at Play is a cozy and fun event for families with young children. It combines the joy of bedtime stories with the added fun of baby sign language (ASL).
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Pajama Storytime with Ms. Carrie Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa at Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library Program Type: Literature Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Event Details: Put on your favorite PJs and join Ms. Carrie in the Community Room Monday evenings for a pajama storytime. Pajamas are encouraged, but not required. No sign up require... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. This event is in the "Elementary School Age" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Pajama Storytime with Ms. Carrie 6:30pm - 7:00pm Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library Library Branch: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library Room: Community Room - Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary School Age Program Type: Literature Event Details: Put on your favorite PJs and join Ms. Carrie in the Community Room Monday evenings for a pajama storytime. Pajamas are encouraged, but not required. No sign up required.
This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Storytime at the Library Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Area - Balboa at Balboa Library Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Join us for indoor Storytime at the Balboa Library. Children and caregivers will have the branch to themselves before we open to the public. We’ll read fun stories and sing songs. ... This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschoolers" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Storytime at the Library 10:00am - 10:30am Balboa Library Library Branch: Balboa Library Room: Children's Area - Balboa Age Group: Babies/Toddlers, Preschoolers Event Details: Join us for indoor Storytime at the Balboa Library. Children and caregivers will have the branch to themselves before we open to the public. We’ll read fun stories and sing songs. There will be take-home crafts, giveaways & more!