Upcoming Storytimes
Toddler Time
(for 19 mo. - 36 mo.)
Mon., October 28th at 10AM
Join us as we read stories, do fun activities, and play together! This drop-in program is approximately 30 minutes long followed by 20 minutes of playtime.
Art & Stories
(for ages 3 - 5)
Tues., October 1st, 15th, & 29th at 10AM
Join us for a short story time followed by an art project. We will explore simple art concepts and experiment with materials. Please wear clothing that can get messy!
Baby Storytime
(for birth - 18 mo.)
Thurs., October 3rd, 17th, & 31st at 10AM
Join us as we learn a little American Sign Language, read stories, sing fun songs, and play together! This program is approximately 30 minutes long followed by 20 minutes of playtime.
Upcoming Special Programs
Weekly Hunts & Riddles
(for all ages)
October 1st - 5th & October 7th - 12th
Stop by the Children’s Room to complete one of our hunts, riddles, or both! Both weeks there will be two winners chosen and they will each receive a Bubble Wand.
Joke Day
(for all ages)
Every Wednesday & Friday
Tell a joke to a librarian in the Children’s Room and get a small prize!
You & Me in Music
(for ages 1 - 2 with caregivers)
Wednesdays at 10AM
Children from 12mos – 2yrs are invited to a musical, movement-filled morning with Renee Coro, Musical Therapist of Harmonious Happenings. Children and their caregiver will use musical instruments and scarves to play and move along with Miss Renee.
This program is provided by Pathways for Parents. Registration is required.
You & Me in Music
(for ages 3 - 5 with caregivers)
Wednesdays at 11AM
In this developmentally appropriate music class for children ages 3-5 years old, you and your child are invited to engage in the many aspects of music, including singing, playing instruments, and moving in a fun, social group setting! We will create music together, while encouraging children’s social, emotional and physical development. Join us for this dynamic program led by Music Therapist, Renee Coro of Harmonious Happenings.
This program is provided by Pathways for Parents. Registration is required.
Grow, Play, & Learn
(for birth - 2 with caregivers)
Fridays at 9:30AM
Stories, songs and skill building, led by an Early Childhood Developmental trained staff member, guiding caregivers in strengthening interactions with their child. This program includes curriculum, Ages and Stages Questionnaire and resources to fit child’s individual needs. This program is targeted for children ages birth to age 2 and their caregivers.
This program is provided by Pathways for Parents. If you have siblings in each age group please come to the older group held at 10:30AM.
Grow, Play, & Learn
(for ages 3 - 5 with caregivers)
Fridays at 10:30AM
Stories, songs and skill building, led by an Early Childhood Developmental trained staff member, guiding caregivers in
strengthening interactions with their child. This program includes curriculum, Ages and Stages Questionnaire and resources to fit child’s individual needs. This program is targeted for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregivers.
This program is provided by Pathways for Parents.
Family Take & Make Craft
(for all ages)
First day of the week - while supplies last
A new take & make craft will be available each week in October while supplies last.
Upcoming crafts include: Fabulous Glasses, Paper Plate Pumpkins, Superhero Masks, and Silly Magnet Monster.
Pre-K Pals
(for grades 2 - 5)
Mondays at 1PM
Each week, we will focus on an area of development and provide fun activities to support your child to learn through play. Areas explored include; Early Literacy, Motor Development, Science, Math, Art, Fine Motor Development and Social Emotional skills. The ASQ will be integrated into the playgroup. This program is provided by Pathways for Parents. Registration is required.
MA Book Awards Book Tasting
(for grades 5 - 6)
Tuesday, October 8th at 6PM
Come sample some books that have been nominated for or have won the Massachusetts Book Award
for Middle Grade Books! After sampling some books, we’ll have refreshments and talk about them! You
will also have the chance to check out the books! Registration is required.
Open LEGO Building
(for grades 1 - 4)
Tuesday, October 15th at 4PM
Show off your Lego building skills! Use Legos to build something awesome. Creations will be on display until November 4th. Registration is required.
Tin Foil Boats
(for grades K - 2)
Wednesday, October 16th at 6PM
How does a heavy ship float and sail? Come find out as you make your own boat out of aluminum foil and see how well you can make it float! Registration is required.
Backyard Adventures
(for families & kids grades 1 & up)
Tuesday, October 22nd at 6:30PM
Come learn all about what is happening just outside your door. Daniel will show us that our backyard is
a wonderful place to have an adventure! Registration is required.
Special Saturday Drop-In Craft
(for all ages)
All Day Saturday, October 26th
Make a fun craft of a silly farm animal dressed up as a Cowboy! This craft will be available in the Children’s Room while supplies last and no registration is necessary.
Halloween Parade
(for all ages)
Wednesday, October 30th at 4PM
Kids of all ages and their families are invited to trick-or-treat around the library in costume! There will be 5 stops within the library where each kid can get a small toy. Candy, refreshments, stories, and songs on the library lawn will follow. Registration is required.
Harvest-Themed Scavenger Hunt
(for all ages)
All Day Thursday, October 31st
Stop by the Children’s Room any time on Halloween to try out our special harvest-themed scavenger hunt! Everyone who participates will get a small treat.