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Come to the Library and learn how to climb like a koala, gallop like a horse, and soar like an eagle with our Animal Action StoryWalk. Participants will be able to stroll across the Library lawn and visit 20 different animal movement signs. Afterwards, stop inside to claim a bead for your necklace!
Come to the Library and learn how to climb like a koala, gallop like a horse, and soar like an eagle with our Animal Action StoryWalk. Participants will be able to stroll across the Library lawn and visit 20 different animal movement signs. Afterwards, stop inside to claim a bead for your necklace!
During his 30 year career as the one of the world’s greatest bubble artists, Casey has performed for thousands of audiences across the globe, creating giant fog-filled bubble sculptures and trapping audience members inside giant soap bubbles. Casey promises a show filled with spontaneity and comedy that will captivate and entertain. Recommended for ages 5 […]
Join us for Spanish Storytime This online story time program for grades Pre K - 2 will include songs, rhymes and stories. The first 10 families to register can check out a bag of story time materials for one week that will be used during the program, however the materials are not necessary to join […]
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Join Mrs. Fagan for a 30-minute program of STEAM-themed stories, activities, and crafts. Included with cost of admission.
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Thanks to the Friends of the Library, Newtown Parks and Recreation and Claris Construction for sponsoring kid's concerts in the park this summer. The first concert in the series on June 29 features Principal Al with his colorful friends, Jill Kubeck and Pete the Cat. In the event of rain, we will move inside to […]
Kids in 1st through 5th grade are invited to join this virtual chess class taught by Chess Coach Joe for teamdigusa.com . Students will learn chess basics and then gradually learn tactics and strategies. The professional chess coach from DIG USA will teach for half of the class and then the students will play each other on Chess.com for […]
Let’s read together! Join Miss Tracy for some stories, finger plays, songs, and crafts! Stop by the Library beginning on January 5 for your grab-and-go Storytime Kit that includes craft materials for 5 weeks of storytime fun! Week 1: January 13 – Snowflakes Week 2: January 20 – Snowmen Week 3: January 27 – Polar […]
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Rhymes, puppets, songs and flannel board activities for children ages birth to 2. Each child must be on a caregivers lap or seated in their own chair. Class size is limited to 8 children. Registration is required. If your child is over 2 we ask that they wear a mask. Please call the children’s department if you […]
Virtual Bedtime Storytime Join us on FACEBOOK LIVE for songs, stories, and fun before bedtime! Dates: 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28 Questions, email cfisher@burnhamlibrary.org + GOOGLE CALENDAR
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Outdoor Storytime at the Burnham Library. Select either in-person or virtual. Masks must be worn for in-person. Contact jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org to register.
Join us on the library lawn (on Greenwood Avenue) for Family Storytime! This program for ages 1-4 and their families will include stories, songs and rhymes - and a lot of fun. Masks and social distancing are required. No registration required. *Please note that in the event of inclement weather, storytime will be canceled. CONTACT: Children's Services […]
Mother Goose II is an early literacy program designed for young children, ages 2-3. This 30-minute program of rhymes, songs, puppets, flannel board activites and books is fun and engaging for little learners. Each child will have their own cube chair safely distanced. Class size is limited and you must register for each class you […]
Join us on Zoom to play a Jackbox party game! For best results, you'll need access to two wi-fi enabled devices: one to watch the Zoom screen (most likely a computer) and one to use as a controller (another computer, smartphone, or tablet). This program is for students in Grades 6-12 only. Register to get […]
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Ms. Sheila loves science! Attend her weekly class and dive into science with questions about how the world works. Ms. Sheila is a former preschool director and her class includes a short story followed by a relevant science activity. Appropriate for ages 2-5.
Register to join us for Wiggle Storytime with Clare on the library lawn! Let's get moving! Join us for this story time, for children 18 months to 4 years, where our books will help us move our bodies. This story time program will include songs, rhymes and stories that help us bend, stretch and wiggle. We encourage you […]
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Explore and create art in our Art Studio. All supplies provided.... you bring the creativity and imagination to create whatever masterpiece you envision! Crafternoon will take place outdoors in the fall. All ages welcome!
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Join us for Spanish Storytime This online story time program for grades Pre K - 2 will include songs, rhymes and stories. The first 10 families to register can check out a bag of story time materials for one week that will be used during the program, however the materials are not necessary to join […]
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Join Mrs. Fagan for a 30-minute program of STEAM-themed stories, activities, and crafts. Included with cost of admission.
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Join us on Zoom to practice your tinkering skills. This program is for students in Grades 5-9 who are beginners at TinkerCAD - no experience necessary. We'll go through some tutorials together, and once you have a design you're happy with, you can get it printed using the library's 3D printer. Please register to get […]
Location: Outside Outdoor Storytimes with Miss Debbie and Miss Meg Wednesdays at 10:00 am (Same Program as Mondays – Please only register for One) “Virtual” Storytimes run concurrently on Facebook Join us on the library lawn for a socially-distanced Storytime, weather permitting. Bring a picnic blanket, and participants age 3 and up should wear a […]
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Rhymes, puppets, songs and flannel board activities for children ages birth to 2. Each child must be on a caregivers lap or seated in their own chair. Class size is limited to 8 children. Registration is required. If your child is over 2 we ask that they wear a mask. Please call the children’s department if you […]
Every story begins with a simple sentence but how it ends is all up to you! In this interactive program children will take turns adding to and finishing a story. Children can also draw pictures of their ending. This story time program, for Pre K to grade 2. We encourage you to have fun and fully participate with […]
Grab some pencils and learn about the basics of cartooning. This live program open to children grades 4-7. This program will be held in the Parloa room. Masks and social distancing are required. Date: Wednesday Aug 4, 2021 Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Contact: Children's Services Department 203-794-8756 children@bethellibrary.org Location: Maria Parloa Community Room […]
Location: Outside Outdoor Storytimes with Miss Debbie and Miss Meg Wednesdays at 10:00 am (Same Program as Mondays – Please only register for One) “Virtual” Storytimes run concurrently on Facebook Join us on the library lawn for a socially-distanced Storytime, weather permitting. Bring a picnic blanket, and participants age 3 and up should wear a […]
For Ages 3-5 7/8: Dino Dig 8/12: Weather Workshop Thursdays at 10AM For Ages 5-8 7/15: Out of this World 8/19: 1,2,3 Blast Off Thursdays at 1PM For Ages 8-10 7/22: Owl Pellets 8/26: Egg Drop Challenge Register in person or call the Newtown Community Center at 203-270-4349
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Outdoor Storytime at the Burnham Library. Select either in-person or virtual. Masks must be worn for in-person. Contact jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org to register.
Join us on the library lawn (on Greenwood Avenue) for Family Storytime! This program for ages 1-4 and their families will include stories, songs and rhymes - and a lot of fun. Masks and social distancing are required. No registration required. *Please note that in the event of inclement weather, storytime will be canceled. CONTACT: Children's Services […]
Mother Goose II is an early literacy program designed for young children, ages 2-3. This 30-minute program of rhymes, songs, puppets, flannel board activites and books is fun and engaging for little learners. Each child will have their own cube chair safely distanced. Class size is limited and you must register for each class you […]
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Register to join us for Wiggle Storytime with Clare on the library lawn! Let's get moving! Join us for this story time, for children 18 months to 4 years, where our books will help us move our bodies. This story time program will include songs, rhymes and stories that help us bend, stretch and wiggle. We encourage you […]
Ms. Sheila loves science! Attend her weekly class and dive into science with questions about how the world works. Ms. Sheila is a former preschool director and her class includes a short story followed by a relevant science activity. Appropriate for ages 2-5.
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Explore and create art in our Art Studio. All supplies provided.... you bring the creativity and imagination to create whatever masterpiece you envision! Crafternoon will take place outdoors in the fall. All ages welcome!
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Location: Outside Outdoor Storytimes with Miss Debbie and Miss Meg Wednesdays at 10:00 am (Same Program as Mondays – Please only register for One) “Virtual” Storytimes run concurrently on Facebook Join us on the library lawn for a socially-distanced Storytime, weather permitting. Bring a picnic blanket, and participants age 3 and up should wear a […]
Courtesy of the J. Denis O’Toole Family Honoring Helen Ryan Donnelly. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Al deCant, songwriter, performer, storyteller and former elementary school principal brings his movement and music program to the Newtown Community Center. Al combines his love of music with his knowledge of child development in an interactive musical experience that promotes social, physical, emotional and cognitive development in young children. Children must be at least 2 […]
Join Ms. Martine for a new challenge each week. This week participants will create animal mosaics. Creations will be on display for a week following the program. Class size is limited to 10. We are now meeting in the first floor meeting room. Registration is a must and masks are required. For ages 4-9. Attendees will earn a raffle ticket […]
Join us for Spanish Storytime This online story time program for grades Pre K - 2 will include songs, rhymes and stories. The first 10 families to register can check out a bag of story time materials for one week that will be used during the program, however the materials are not necessary to join […]
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Thanks to the Friends of the Library, Newtown Parks and Recreation and Claris Construction for sponsoring kid's concerts in the park this summer. The first concert in the series on June 29 features Principal Al with his colorful friends, Jill Kubeck and Pete the Cat. In the event of rain, we will move inside to […]
Rhymes, puppets, songs and flannel board activities for children ages birth to 2. Each child must be on a caregivers lap or seated in their own chair. Class size is limited to 8 children. Registration is required. If your child is over 2 we ask that they wear a mask. Please call the children’s department if you […]
Virtual Bedtime Storytime Join us on FACEBOOK LIVE for songs, stories, and fun before bedtime! Dates: 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28 Questions, email cfisher@burnhamlibrary.org + GOOGLE CALENDAR
Location: Outside Outdoor Storytimes with Miss Debbie and Miss Meg Wednesdays at 10:00 am (Same Program as Mondays – Please only register for One) “Virtual” Storytimes run concurrently on Facebook Join us on the library lawn for a socially-distanced Storytime, weather permitting. Bring a picnic blanket, and participants age 3 and up should wear a […]
Outdoor Storytime at the Burnham Library. Select either in-person or virtual. Masks must be worn for in-person. Contact jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org to register.
Join us on the library lawn (on Greenwood Avenue) for Family Storytime! This program for ages 1-4 and their families will include stories, songs and rhymes - and a lot of fun. Masks and social distancing are required. No registration required. *Please note that in the event of inclement weather, storytime will be canceled. CONTACT: Children's Services […]
Mother Goose II is an early literacy program designed for young children, ages 2-3. This 30-minute program of rhymes, songs, puppets, flannel board activites and books is fun and engaging for little learners. Each child will have their own cube chair safely distanced. Class size is limited and you must register for each class you […]
For Ages 3-5 7/8: Dino Dig 8/12: Weather Workshop Thursdays at 10AM For Ages 5-8 7/15: Out of this World 8/19: 1,2,3 Blast Off Thursdays at 1PM For Ages 8-10 7/22: Owl Pellets 8/26: Egg Drop Challenge Register in person or call the Newtown Community Center at 203-270-4349
Register to join us for Wiggle Storytime with Clare on the library lawn! Let's get moving! Join us for this story time, for children 18 months to 4 years, where our books will help us move our bodies. This story time program will include songs, rhymes and stories that help us bend, stretch and wiggle. We encourage you […]
Ms. Sheila loves science! Attend her weekly class and dive into science with questions about how the world works. Ms. Sheila is a former preschool director and her class includes a short story followed by a relevant science activity. Appropriate for ages 2-5.
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Explore and create art in our Art Studio. All supplies provided.... you bring the creativity and imagination to create whatever masterpiece you envision! Crafternoon will take place outdoors in the fall. All ages welcome!
Location: Outside Outdoor Storytimes with Miss Debbie and Miss Meg Wednesdays at 10:00 am (Same Program as Mondays – Please only register for One) “Virtual” Storytimes run concurrently on Facebook Join us on the library lawn for a socially-distanced Storytime, weather permitting. Bring a picnic blanket, and participants age 3 and up should wear a […]
Join Ms. Martine for a new challenge each week. This week participants will create animal mosaics. Creations will be on display for a week following the program. Class size is limited to 10. We are now meeting in the first floor meeting room. Registration is a must and masks are required. For ages 4-9. Attendees will earn a raffle ticket […]
Teens in grades 6-12 can join an instructor from Food Explorers on Zoom to learn how to make homemade lemon blueberry pop-tarts. Registration required, space is limited. For grades 6-12. Zoom link will be sent the day before the program. Please let Abbey know if you have any food allergies at alynch@brookfieldlibrary.org.
Join us for Spanish Storytime This online story time program for grades Pre K - 2 will include songs, rhymes and stories. The first 10 families to register can check out a bag of story time materials for one week that will be used during the program, however the materials are not necessary to join […]
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Join us on Zoom to practice your tinkering skills. This program is for students in Grades 5-9 who are beginners at TinkerCAD - no experience necessary. We'll go through some tutorials together, and once you have a design you're happy with, you can get it printed using the library's 3D printer. Please register to get […]
Kids will enjoy making a craft, having a dance party, playing games and snacks. Location: Treadwell Park.
Rhymes, puppets, songs and flannel board activities for children ages birth to 2. Each child must be on a caregivers lap or seated in their own chair. Class size is limited to 8 children. Registration is required. If your child is over 2 we ask that they wear a mask. Please call the children’s department if you […]
Virtual Bedtime Storytime Join us on FACEBOOK LIVE for songs, stories, and fun before bedtime! Dates: 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28 Questions, email cfisher@burnhamlibrary.org + GOOGLE CALENDAR
Location: Outside Outdoor Storytimes with Miss Debbie and Miss Meg Wednesdays at 10:00 am (Same Program as Mondays – Please only register for One) “Virtual” Storytimes run concurrently on Facebook Join us on the library lawn for a socially-distanced Storytime, weather permitting. Bring a picnic blanket, and participants age 3 and up should wear a […]
Outdoor Storytime at the Burnham Library. Select either in-person or virtual. Masks must be worn for in-person. Contact jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org to register.
Join us on the library lawn (on Greenwood Avenue) for Family Storytime! This program for ages 1-4 and their families will include stories, songs and rhymes - and a lot of fun. Masks and social distancing are required. No registration required. *Please note that in the event of inclement weather, storytime will be canceled. CONTACT: Children's Services […]
Mother Goose II is an early literacy program designed for young children, ages 2-3. This 30-minute program of rhymes, songs, puppets, flannel board activites and books is fun and engaging for little learners. Each child will have their own cube chair safely distanced. Class size is limited and you must register for each class you […]
For Ages 3-5 7/8: Dino Dig 8/12: Weather Workshop Thursdays at 10AM For Ages 5-8 7/15: Out of this World 8/19: 1,2,3 Blast Off Thursdays at 1PM For Ages 8-10 7/22: Owl Pellets 8/26: Egg Drop Challenge Register in person or call the Newtown Community Center at 203-270-4349
Register to join us for Wiggle Storytime with Clare on the library lawn! Let's get moving! Join us for this story time, for children 18 months to 4 years, where our books will help us move our bodies. This story time program will include songs, rhymes and stories that help us bend, stretch and wiggle. We encourage you […]
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Explore and create art in our Art Studio. All supplies provided.... you bring the creativity and imagination to create whatever masterpiece you envision! Crafternoon will take place outdoors in the fall. All ages welcome!
Location: Outside Outdoor Storytimes with Miss Debbie and Miss Meg Wednesdays at 10:00 am (Same Program as Mondays – Please only register for One) “Virtual” Storytimes run concurrently on Facebook Join us on the library lawn for a socially-distanced Storytime, weather permitting. Bring a picnic blanket, and participants age 3 and up should wear a […]
Al deCant, songwriter, performer, storyteller and former elementary school principal brings his movement and music program to the Newtown Community Center. Al combines his love of music with his knowledge of child development in an interactive musical experience that promotes social, physical, emotional and cognitive development in young children. Children must be at least 2 […]
Join Ms. Martine for a new challenge each week. This week participants will create animal mosaics. Creations will be on display for a week following the program. Class size is limited to 10. We are now meeting in the first floor meeting room. Registration is a must and masks are required. For ages 4-9. Attendees will earn a raffle ticket […]
Join us for Spanish Storytime This online story time program for grades Pre K - 2 will include songs, rhymes and stories. The first 10 families to register can check out a bag of story time materials for one week that will be used during the program, however the materials are not necessary to join […]
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Join the Community Center at Castle Hill Farm for s'mores, hayrides, yard games, and ghost stories.
Rhymes, puppets, songs and flannel board activities for children ages birth to 2. Each child must be on a caregivers lap or seated in their own chair. Class size is limited to 8 children. Registration is required. If your child is over 2 we ask that they wear a mask. Please call the children’s department if you […]
Grab some pencils and learn about the basics of cartooning. This live program open to children grades 4-7. This program will be held in the Parloa room. Masks and social distancing are required. Date: Wednesday Aug 4, 2021 Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Contact: Children's Services Department 203-794-8756 children@bethellibrary.org Location: Maria Parloa Community Room […]
Virtual Bedtime Storytime Join us on FACEBOOK LIVE for songs, stories, and fun before bedtime! Dates: 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28 Questions, email cfisher@burnhamlibrary.org + GOOGLE CALENDAR
Location: Outside Outdoor Storytimes with Miss Debbie and Miss Meg Wednesdays at 10:00 am (Same Program as Mondays – Please only register for One) “Virtual” Storytimes run concurrently on Facebook Join us on the library lawn for a socially-distanced Storytime, weather permitting. Bring a picnic blanket, and participants age 3 and up should wear a […]
Outdoor Storytime at the Burnham Library. Select either in-person or virtual. Masks must be worn for in-person. Contact jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org to register.
Join us on the library lawn (on Greenwood Avenue) for Family Storytime! This program for ages 1-4 and their families will include stories, songs and rhymes - and a lot of fun. Masks and social distancing are required. No registration required. *Please note that in the event of inclement weather, storytime will be canceled. CONTACT: Children's Services […]
Mother Goose II is an early literacy program designed for young children, ages 2-3. This 30-minute program of rhymes, songs, puppets, flannel board activites and books is fun and engaging for little learners. Each child will have their own cube chair safely distanced. Class size is limited and you must register for each class you […]
Join us on Zoom to play a Jackbox party game! For best results, you'll need access to two wi-fi enabled devices: one to watch the Zoom screen (most likely a computer) and one to use as a controller (another computer, smartphone, or tablet). This program is for students in Grades 6-12 only. Register to get […]
Register to join us for Wiggle Storytime with Clare on the library lawn! Let's get moving! Join us for this story time, for children 18 months to 4 years, where our books will help us move our bodies. This story time program will include songs, rhymes and stories that help us bend, stretch and wiggle. We encourage you […]
Books, rhymes and flannel board activities for ages 3-5 inside the children's department. Each child will have their own cube chair placed at the recommended distance from the other children. Registration is required and class size is limited to eight children (not including parents and babies in arms or strollers). Children are required to wear a mask and must stay in […]
Explore and create art in our Art Studio. All supplies provided.... you bring the creativity and imagination to create whatever masterpiece you envision! Crafternoon will take place outdoors in the fall. All ages welcome!
Trivia Night outside on the big screen! Sign up with a team or solo and we’ll match you up with a team! If you are registering as a team, please each fill out the form below and then a representative can email alynch@brookfieldlibrary.org with the team info. Maximum 5 on a team. Grades 6-12. Registration […]