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The Summer Reading
Program - "Make a Splash"
Begins on
Wednesday, June 30 with a Kick-Off Party at 1:00
pm.
Summer Storytime
begins on Thursday, July 1 and continues through
Wednesday, August 4. Please scroll down
for more information about all of our Summer
Reading Program Children's Programs and Special
Events.
All programs are free of charge. Please
call or visit to reserve your place, as space is
limited.
Scroll down to see
our
other
Children's Special Event Programs.
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Toddler Time
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Thursdays at 10:15 am. |
We welcome you and your child to Toddler Time.
All programs are free of charge.
Please call or visit to reserve your
place, as space is limited.
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3 TO 6 YEAR OLDS
Stories & Crafts
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Tuesdays at 10:15 am or
Thursdays at 1:00 pm |
Children ages 3 to 6 are welcome to attend Storytime at the Library. Come along, enjoy the tales and have fun making a craft to take home.
All programs are free of charge.
Please call or visit to reserve your
place, as space is limited.
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6 TO 8 YEAR OLDS
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Junior Book Club
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Mondays
at 5:30 pm |
new
children's This new program
for beginner readers is fundamental and lots
of fun! We will be reading a story
together and talking about it along with doing
activities that relate to the book. A book will be given to each child who
participates in the Junior Book Club.
All programs are free of charge. Please
call or visit to reserve your place, as space is
limited.
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8 TO 10 YEAR OLDS
Kids Book Club
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Mondays at 7:00 pm |
This program
for elementary school readers has proven
to be an enriching experience and lots
of fun!! We read some great books, talk
about them, share our ideas, and do
activities that relate to the stories.
A book will be given to each child who
participates in the Kids Book Club.
All programs are free of charge.
Please call or visit to reserve your
place, as space is limited.
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SUMMER
READING PROGRAM - SPECIAL EVENTS
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SUMMER READING
PROGRAM KICK-OFF PARTY |
Wednesday,
June 30 at
1:00 pm |
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Signs-ups
start and continue throughout this 7
week program. This year's theme,
"Make a Splash" is designed to encourage
children of all ages and abilities to
continue using their reading skills when
school is out for the summer.
Children are asked to read 3 books or 3
chapters of a book to get a reward each
week. Preschool age children are
encouraged to listen to stories read to
them by parents/siblings/caregivers.
Prizes and incentives will be given to
participants, and the Library will host
fun events for all. Join us for a
fun afternoon and pick up your child's
reading log at the party.
Refreshments will be served.
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PAINTING &
DRAWING LESSONS |
Wednesday,
July 7
From 3:00 pm -
4:00 pm for Kids Ages 4-6
And From 4:30
pm - 5:30 pm for Kids Ages 6-10 |
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The
Schwints will be giving painting and
drawing lessons for two different age
groups. Space is limited to 20
children in each group, so sign-ups are
mandatory.
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SNAKES -N-
SCALES AND TURTLE TALES - SEA LIFE |
Tuesday,
July 13 at
3:00 pm
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Always a
favorite, Snakes 'n' Scales will be
presenting a live animal show featuring
creatures from "Under the Sea."
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"MAKE A SPLASH
- READ" MAGIC SHOW |
Wednesday,
July 21 at
3:00 pm
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Magician
Jim Vagias will be at the Library to
show us his magic tricks. This is
a Family Program sure to entertain
everyone.
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SUMMER
SING-ALONG |
Thursday,
July 29 at
3:00 pm
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Join us for
a fun-filled afternoon when Kurt
Gallagher will present his popular
sing-along show.
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WILLOW CREEK
FARMS PETTING ZOO & END OF SUMMER READING
PROGRAM PARTY |
Wednesday,
August 4 at
3:00 pm
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Petting Zoo
featuring a calf, rabbit, chickens,
sheep, goats, miniature donkey and
miniature Shetland pony.
Refreshments will be served.
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CHILDREN'S SPECIAL
EVENTS
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THERAPY DOG READING PROGRAM |
Tuesdays, July 13 & 27, August
10 & 24, September 21
from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday,
September 18
From 10:15 am
- 11:00 am |
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This
program is geared toward beginner
readers in first and second grade or any
child who wishes to practice reading
aloud. Come meet "Snuggles"
and her owner Martha Dodd.
"Snuggles" is a
friendly, cuddly, well mannered Saluki mix.
Read her the story of your choice.
This program encourages
children to read in a relaxing
pressure-free environment to a charming and
loving dog. Sign up for your
child's 15 minute session with
"Snuggles."
All programs are free of charge.
Please call or visit to reserve your
place, as space is limited.
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THERAPY DOG READING PROGRAM
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Please register your children for all
Children's Programs. It's easy -
just stop by the Circulation Desk or call the
library at 973-838-3262.
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