Derby Neck Library to hold Crafternoon Sunday

DERBY - Join Kate at Derby Neck Library for a DIY Zone program from 2:30-4 p.m. Sunday and learn to use the supplies, equipment, and machinery in our adult DIY Zone!

Each session will focus on a new activity or skill.

Advance registration may be required for some events. Ages 14+ only.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

Seymour Public Library to host 'DIY Craft Lab' adult program

 

Derby-Shelton Rotary Club to host DIY tray workshop

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton offers LEGO gift building program Thursday

DIY LEGO Gifts & Wrap

Grades: K-6
Day/Date: Thursday, Dec. 5
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Location: Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton

In need of a gift but do not have any money? Never fear your library is here! 

We will provide you with a few DIY LEGO gift options to choose from plus the LEGO bricks, directions, and other necessary supplies to create a one-of-a-kind holiday present! 

Children will be building their own gift, then wrapping the gift with provided paper, tissue paper, and bows! Caregivers will be helping their child during this program.

Register online: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661&BranchID=826&Branch=Plumb%20Memorial%20Library&EventID=542584&PK=
or call 203-924-1580 ext. 5108.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Neck Library slates Crafternoon this Sunday

DERBY - Derby Neck Library holds Crafternoons every two weeks on a Sunday.

Join Kate from 3-4 p.m. this Sunday, Nov. 24, for a DIY Zone program where you’ll learn how to use various tools and equipment and even get some hands-on practice! 

Registration is required. Ages 14+.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's calendar.

Ansonia Library offers classes on graphic novels for ages 11-14

 The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St., Ansonia.

 

This is shared from The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library Facebook page.

Derby Public Library to celebrate Read Across America Day

DERBY - Families with kids up to age 12 are welcome to visit Derby Public Library throughout the day with ongoing literacy-themed activities including a scavenger hunt and art/craft projects at the DIY Station.  

No registration needed for this portion of the celebration.

Nancy Hershatter

The day will also feature “Sing Me a Story” presented by Nancy Hershatter at 10:30 a.m. geared for kids ages 1-6 (siblings welcomed). 

Instrument play, creative movement, puppetry, and parachute fun are all part of this 45-minute, highly interactive program.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; PLEASE BE SURE TO REGISTER EACH CHILD SEPARATELY.   

ALSO, PARENTS/CAREGIVERS DO NOT NEED TO  BE REGISTERED, ONLY THEIR CHILDREN.

Read Across America is an annual event celebrated on or near March 2, the birthday of children's author Dr. Seuss. 

It is a nationwide reading celebration that was created by the National Education Association in 1997 to promote literacy and encourage a love of reading among children.

This is shared from Derby Public Library's Facebook page and website.

Derby Neck Library to hold 'Sewing Machine 101' demonstration Sunday

 The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby. 

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Huntington Branch Library to host DIY Spa Night fun

Everyone deserves to be pampered! Ages 12 and up (including adults) are invited to join us for an evening of making bath bombs and lip scrubs. Materials and in-person instructions will be provided. 

We will be making a basic bath bomb; however, if you would like to personalize yours, please feel free to bring pressed flower petals or other added surprises.

Registration is required. Children under the age of 18 MUST have an accompanying adult registered with them.

Register online: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=485932&PK=
or call 203-926-0111.

We will be using a list of ingredients including Epson Salt, Citric Acid, Coconut Oil, Essential Oils, and Food Coloring. We will not be able to accommodate for allergies; please keep this in mind when registering.

Huntington Branch Library is at 41 Church St.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Public Library offers kids Thanksgiving-themed activities

DERBY - Gather up a harvest of Fall and Thanksgiving-themed activities at our DIY Station in the Children's Room at Derby Public Library.

There's something for everyone including a turkey napkin ring craft, bookmarks, coloring sheets, and more! 

Gobble up some fun with our "Turkey Hunt" Challenge (scavenger hunt) in November. All activities at the DIY Station may be completed in person or are available to grab and go.

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby Neck Library offers play dough-making in A Little Science

DERBY - Look what we're doing this week at #ALittleScience! 

We still have some supply packs available - call 203-734-1492 to reserve yours!

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave. 

This is shared from Derby Neck Library's Facebook page.

Crafting Time for Littles on tap Tuesday at Derby Neck Library

DERBY - Check out what we're doing [at Derby Neck Library] for the Crafting Time for Littles this Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.--call now 203-734-1492 to reserve a supply pack!

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page. 

Derby Public Library offers Tween/Teen Take & Make fall projects

DERBY -  Derby Public Library, 313 Elizabeth St., is holding Tween/Teen Take & Make Fall Series Vestibule Pick-Up (pre-registrants only) from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. today and Friday.

Calling all tweens and teens! 

Tap into your creative talents with these bi-weekly packets featuring DIY activities and STEM projects.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Seymour Public Library to present The Grounded Goodwife talk via Zoom

 

Oxford Public Library to hold 'DIY Backyard Chickens and Goats' program

OXFORD - Oxford Public Library will host “DIY Backyard Chickens and Goats” from 11 a.m.-noon July 24.
Register for this program at https://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ekform.cfm?curOrg=OXFORD...

Join local experts Dottie DeBisschop and Marie and Jen Stocker as they show and speak about raising chickens, goats, and lambs.

Space is limited. Program will be held outside, weather permitting. The Library is at 49 Great Oak Road.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Seymour Public Library to host virtual program featuring The Grounded Goodwife

 

Crafting fun for teens on tap Monday at Derby Neck Library

Shared from the Derby Neck Library Facebook page:

Check out this week's Teen Craft! 

We [at Derby Neck Library] have supply packs available now, so call now 203-734-1492 to reserve yours! 

Hope to see you this Monday at 6:30 p.m.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

Create a sock snowman in January at Derby Public Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library staff is kicking off the New Year with a continuation of DPL DIYs from 11 a.m.1 p.m. Jan. 4.
This month’s project is Sock Snowmen! Participants of all ages will use gently worn socks to create their own one-of-a-kind snowman.
All materials are supplied. No fee. Drop in!

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.


This is shared from a Facebook event page.