Children


Upcoming Storytimes

Toddler Time
(for 19 mo. - 36 mo.)

Mondays, April 1st & 29th 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)

Tuesdays, April 2nd, 16th & 30th 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.)

Thursdays, April 4th & 18th 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

April is National Poetry Month, and now’s your chance to celebrate by participating in our poetry chapbook for grades K-4! Pick up a submission form in the Agawam Public Library Children’s Room or email the poem to Evan at [email protected]. Please include your name, your age, and the poem’s title.

The last day to submit your poem is Tuesday, April 16th!

Grow, Play, & Learn
(for birth - 2 with caregivers)

Fridays at 9:45AM (no class April 19th)

Stories, songs and skill building! Resources provided based on children’s individual needs. Ages and Stages Questionnaire to be completed. This program is brought to us by Pathways for Parents. Please only come to 1 GPL class per week. If you have siblings in each age group please come to the older group held at 10:45AM.

Grow, Play, & Learn
(for ages 3 - 5 with caregivers)

Fridays at 10:45AM (no class April 19th)

Stories, songs and skill building! Resources provided based on children’s individual needs. Ages and Stages Questionnaire to be completed. This program is brought to us by Pathways for Parents. Please only come to 1 GPL class per week. If you have siblings in each age group please come to the older group held at 10:45AM.

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 during the month of April while supplies last.

This month’s crafts include: Happy Spring Raincloud, Yarn Wrapped Bugs, DIY Paper Pinwheels, Foam Windmill, CYO Fuzzy Under the Sea Magnet.

You & Me in Music
(for ages 2 - 4)

Wednesdays, April 3rd, 10th, & 24th at 10AM

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. Registration is required. When you register you will be signed-up for all 3 sessions.

Explore the Eclipse
(for grades K - 4)

Wednesday, April 3rd at 6PM

Prepare for the total solar eclipse! Learn about eclipses and decorate a pair of eclipse-viewing glasses. ISO-approved eclipse glasses will be provided at the program. Registration is required as space is limited.

Cardboard Drive-In
(for grades 3 - 4)

Wednesday, April 17th at 6PM - 7:30PM

Registration is required. Be aware this program could last 1.5 hours.

Come to a throwback movie night! Each child will decorate their own cardboard car, then watch an episode of Scooby Doo!

Monday Math Story Time
(for ages 3 - 5)

Monday, April 22nd at 6:30PM

Join us for a math-themed story time for preschoolers! We will use songs and stories to learn about shapes and counting. This program will be led by special guest Ms. Julia! Registration is required.

Learning in Motion
(for ages 3 - 6)

Wednesday, April 24th at 12PM

Learning in Motion gets kids moving, learning and having a ball. This group is for Dads, Grandfathers, Uncles and Male Caregivers and Children ages 3-6, to spend time together and learn with us! Registration is required.

Special Flower Drop-In Craft
(for all ages)

Saturday, April 27th

Stop in anytime on Sat. April 27th and make a special flower craft. Available all day while supplies last.

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