As the weather gets colder, parents will surely want to have a few special tricks in their back pocket to keep the kids entertained. ImaginOn in Uptown Charlotte is a one-of-a-kind library/children’s theater that has been voted the No. 1 Children’s Library in the United States by Livability.com.

ImaginOn is an amazing place in Uptown Charlotte dedicated to giving children a place to explore, create, and let their imaginations run wild.
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The collaborative space features two state-of-the-art theaters, a dedicated library space for children under 11 years-old, a dedicated library for teens and young adults, four multi-use classrooms, a multimedia production studio, and an interactive exhibit space.
Completely FREE to visit, ImaginOn hosts a regular calendar of events filled with all sorts of activities for the entire family to enjoy.
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Throughout the week you can find regular storytimes to suit children of all ages.
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And there are many interactive hours where kids can connect with each other, play board games, or take part in craft hour.
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ImaginOn is decorated with brilliant, bright colors that all children will love.
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There are tons of great exhibits and toys that facilitate learning and engagement no matter your child’s age.
An outdoor area at ImaginOn offers whimsical statues featuring quotes from famous authors.
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And large oversized letters fill the courtyard and are perfect for climbing and learning your ABC's.
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If it's a nice day, the kids will love getting their energy out running around this literary playground.
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In addition to the library, the Children's Theater is also a huge hit.
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Offering award-winning productions of some of everyone's favorite children's stories, the whole family can enjoy a show if they please.
Inside, there are plenty of things to climb on and explore- like this awesome trolley.
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And if you are lucky, you might be able to time your visit right and have a famous Disney character (like Snow White) read a story!
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If you haven't yet been to ImaginOn, you must put this one on your list for this winter.
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You can find a schedule of events here and enjoy an awesome day of learning with your family!

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