Things to do this week in Mead, free

9:30 a.m.

• Mead Library Twinkle Babies

  A storytime for babies features songs and stories, with tips for supporting healthy development.

  Mead Public Library

  For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

9:30 a.m.

• Mead Library Tales for Tots

  Toddlers and their caregivers share stories, songs and fingerplays that build early literacy and listening skills.

  Mead Public Library

  For babies and toddlers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

10 a.m.

• Coffee and conversation: book discussion - Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke

  A community gathering combines refreshments, discussion of current events and books, and an optional beginner-friendly craft.

  Mead Public Library

  For adults, until 11 a.m.

  ArtsFree

9:30 a.m.

• Mead Library Music and Movement

  Children and caregivers move together to music, using instruments and activities that build motor skills and early literacy.

  Mead Public Library

  For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

9:30 a.m.

• Mead Library Family Storytime

  A family storytime features books, songs and actions that support early literacy and a love of reading.

  Mead Public Library

  For preschoolers, until 10 a.m.

  StorytimeFree

4 p.m.

• Teens: Could You Survive Freerunner? A Sci-Fi Survival Challenge

  Teens design a sci-fi survival device with biological enhancements, then face an unexpected complication through creative activities and difficult choices.

  Mead Public Library

  For kids and teens, until 5 p.m.

  BooksFree