Seymour Public Library plans playgroup, book clubs, crafts, music for kids

SEYMOUR - Seymour Public Library, 46 Church St., has scheduled fun and educational activities for children.   

They include:

Feb. 23, March 1, 8, 15, and 29 - 10:30 a.m. - Family Place Playgroup for infants - 5 year olds. Experience many different types of play in a free play style program. 
Interact, develop social skills and make new friends! 
Possible visit from a child care or health advisor. A short circle time is held at the end of the session.

March 3 - 4 p.m. - StoryKids’ Book Club for K-Grade 2 . Book talks, craft and a snack. Child must have some reading ability.

March 9 - 4 p.m. - Nutmeggers’ Book Club for Grade 5 & up. Book talks, craft and a snack. The club features the Intermediate Nutmeg Nominees.

March 10 - 10:30 a.m.- Science Snoopers ‘Whooo’s Awake?’ Natural science and a craft for ages 2 and up. The child must be able to sit and listen.

March 10 - 4 p.m.- BookChatters’ Book Club for Grades 2-4. Book talks, craft, and a snack. The club features the Magic Tree House Series. 

March 17 -10:30 a.m.- Lynn Lewis will offer Music & Movement for ages 0-6. A fun time for everyone!

March 22 – 11 a.m.- Preschoolers’ Egg Hunt Party!  Stories, games, refreshments and, an Egg Hunt. 
Bring Your Own Basket. Egg hunt begins promptly; please be on time!

Registration is required for all programs.

For information call 203-888-3903. 

Visit us on Facebook or at www.seymourpubliclibrary.org.
       
    

This is a press release from Ann Szaley, Children's Librarian, Seymour Public Library.

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Sharing updated ice rink information from Facebook:

ANSONIA - Come to the grand opening Saturday of the Ice Skating Rink at Nolan Field! 

Special guest figure skater and Lake Placid Gold Medalist Marisa Panuczak will perform!
She is a sophomore at Notre Dame High School in Fairfield, and she has been skating since age 4.

Everyone is invited to watch her perform, come and skate, enjoy some hot cocoa, music, and a bonfire! 

The field is at 350 Wakelee Ave. The event runs from 4-9 p.m.
Break out your skates, and bundle up. It's going to be cold.