Archive | Children

 For fans of Harry Potter, the Library will be hosting a midnight launch party for the release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, a play script of the next installment in the wizarding world of JK Rowling. The party is July 30, from 10:30 pm to 12:30 am for any Potter fans (at least […]

This week’s reading challenge, for 3 Loot points in your green book, is… read a book in a series! In this instance, a series is defined as having at least 4 books.  Please pick a new book that you haven’t read yet for this challenge. Enjoy!

Read a book from the Dewey Decimal range 500 to 599. (Easy or Juvenile sections both!)

If your child is doing the weekly Library Loot challenges, here is the current list. Please present your green book once you have done a challenge so we can give you credit! Be prepared to chat with us about the challenge. Week 1 Read a classic Week 2 Read a book about a farm animal […]

For children entering grades 1-7 who are enjoying the Library Loot program, here are the 3 current weekly challenges: – read a classic (20+ years old; high quality book that stands the test of time) – read a book about a farm animal (fiction or nonfiction) – read a biography You have until August 13 […]

Readers, sign up for summer reading via our SUMMER READING WEBSITE. You can also sign up at the Library. Be sure to stop by the Library to write your name on our participation board.  Read books that you enjoy, earn weekly prizes. Complete 8 books to receive a ticket to an Ice Cream Party with […]

Reading over the summer is so important … and so fun! Sign up for the Library’s Summer Reading Challenge any time beginning June 1. Our program is easy, fits your schedule, and is for children ages 0-8 (younger children) or ages 5-12 (readers). Watch this space for more info.  And… don’t let anyone stop you […]

I’m pretty fond of the site Brightly in general, but this post made me a little mushy-hearted. Do you see yourself in this article?   http://www.readbrightly.com/visiting-the-library-makes-me-a-better-parent/ 

Library preschool programs help children get ready for school and meet other children. Plus, they’re fun! Mondays at 10:30 – Toddler Time for ages 1-2. Siblings welcome. Tuesdays at 10:30 – Storytime for ages 3-5. Themed craft for participants immediately following. Wednesdays at 6:30 (twice a month) – Move & Groove. Activities, stories, and a […]