Showing posts with label Huntington Branch Library. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Huntington Branch Library. Show all posts

Monday, July 24, 2023

Huntington Branch Library to host Teen Jackbox Night



SHELTON - Teens 13 and older can join us at 5:15 p.m. Aug. 2 at Huntington Branch Library for an hour of Jackbox games! 

Teens must bring their own mobile device in order to participate. Pizza will be provided!

The Library is at 41 Church St. 

Register online http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=498880&PK=
or call 203-926-0111.


This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.


Monday, July 17, 2023

Bluey Bingo for kids slated at Huntington Branch Library


SHELTON - Registration for Bluey Bingo at the Huntington Branch Library is now open.

Children ages 0-5 can join us from 11-11:30 a.m. Aug. 11 for half an hour of Bluey Bingo fun! Each child will go home with a Bluey themed prize! The Library is at 41 Church St.

Register here: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...


This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Friday, June 9, 2023

Huntington Branch Library to host Story Explorers on Thursdays


Thursdays in June, 11-11:30 a.m.
SHELTON - Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers can visit the Huntington Branch Library Thursday mornings for a story, craft, movement, and music!
Register online or call 203-926-0111.

Thursday, June 29


This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Children can read to therapy dog at Huntington Branch Library

Brian the Newfoundland

SHELTON - Registration is open for May's Dog Tales: Reading to a Therapy Dog at Huntington Branch Library.

On May 24 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. children ages 5 and up are welcome to register for a 10-minute slot to read to Brian the Newfoundland, a licensed therapy dog! The Library is at 41 Church St.

Children should bring their own favorite book to read. Families are encouraged to register multiple children in a shared reading slot, but no more than two children per slot.

Register below:


4:30-4:40: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...

4:40-4:50: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...

4:50-5:00: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...

5:00-5:10: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...

5:10-5:20: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...

5:20-5:30: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...


This is shared from the Huntington Branch Library Kids and Teens Facebook page.


Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Kids can learn to bake scones at Huntington Branch Library in Shelton



SHELTON - Children ages 8 to 12 can come to the Huntington Branch Library to bake vanilla scones at 1:30 p.m. April 14.
We will provide the materials and in-person instruction. 
Each child must be registered individually. Caregivers must remain in the library for the duration of the program.

We will be using a stove. 
We will be using flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, butter, cream, vanilla, milk, and powdered sugar, and cannot accommodate for any allergies. 
Please keep this in mind when registering.

Registration required. Register online or call (203) 926-0111.

The Library is at 41 Church St.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Saturday, January 7, 2023

Huntington Branch Library offers teens Midterm Survival Kits



SHELTON - Calling all teens! Is the thought of midterms stressing you out?
The Huntington Branch Library is here for you with Midterm Survival Kits!
Teens in grades 9-12 can register for a Midterm Survival Kit; each kit contains some snacks, fidget toys, and calming activities to help decompress in between studying and taking exams.
Registration is required, kits must be picked up between Tuesday, 1/17 and Saturday, 1/21.
*Snacks included are Pepperidge Farms Milano cookies and a Ring Pop, please keep this in mind when registering*

The Library is at 41 Church St.


This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Friday, December 9, 2022

Huntington Branch Library in Shelton to host Teen Cuisine cooking program


Teen Cuisine: Vanilla Scones
Dec. 29, 4:45-5:45 p.m.
SHELTON - Teens ages 13 and up can join Miss Jessica at Huntington Branch Library for Teen Cuisine!
We will provide the materials and directions for the teens to make vanilla scones.
This is a COOKING program, the oven will be used. Each teen must register individually.
We will be using the following ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, butter, heavy cream, vanilla, milk, and powdered sugar.
Please understand we cannot accommodate for any allergies or sensitivities to these ingredients. Keep this in mind when registering.

The Library is at 41 Church St.
or call: 203-926-0111.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Shelton Libraries to close Friday in honor of Veterans Day



SHELTON - The Plumb Memorial and Huntington Branch Libraries will be closed Friday, Nov. 11 in honor of Veterans Day.

If you served our country, we are thankful for your service!
The Plumb Memorial Library hours for the rest of this week:
Thursday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Huntington Branch hours for the rest of this week:
Thursday: 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm.


This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Friday, August 12, 2022

Huntington Branch Library in Shelton to host anime, pizza night for teens


Classic Anime and Pizza Night

SHELTON - Teens 13+ can join Miss Jessica at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 25 at Huntington Branch Library for two episodes of 1990's/2000's anime and pizza. 

In August we will be watching the first episode of Weib Kreuz and Sailor Moon. While these series are recommended for teens, this is based on acceptable Japanese culture, not American culture. 

Caregivers are encouraged to find out more about any titles they might not feel comfortable having their teens watch. 

Pizza and Japanese snacks will be provided. This is an indoor, in-person program, so registration is required. The Library is at 41 Church St.

Register here: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661&BranchID=827&Branch=Huntington%20Branch%20Library&EventID=468926&PK=
or call or call 203-926-0111.

(Photo credit: openclipart.org)

Thursday, June 30, 2022

Shelton Libraries to close in observance of Independence Day


Please visit us during our regularly scheduled hours.
Plumb Memorial Library hours:
10:00am - 4:00pm Monday (closed July 4th)
12:00pm - 7:00pm Tuesday
10:00am - 4:00pm Wednesday
10:00am - 4:00pm Thursday
10:00am - 4:00pm Friday
10:00am - 3:00pm Saturday
Huntington Branch Library hours:
10:00am - 4:00pm Monday (closed July 4th)
10:00am - 4:00pm Tuesday
10:00am - 4:00pm Wednesday
12:00pm - 7:00pm Thursday
10:00am - 4:00pm Friday
10:00am - 3:00pm Saturday

Thursday, June 23, 2022

Huntington Branch Library in Shelton offers Nintendo Switch devices for use in library

SHELTON  -The Huntington Branch Library now has two Nintendo Switch devices that can be checked out for library use! 

One device is for teens 13+, and one device can be used by children under 13 with adult supervision. Patrons must have their library card with them in order to borrow the device for one hour, and the devices cannot leave the library.

In addition to our collection of cartridges, each device is preloaded with age appropriate games. Come check them out at the Children's Services Desk!


Huntington Branch Library is at 41 Church St.


This is shared from the Huntington Branch Library Kids and Teens Facebook page.

Saturday, August 28, 2021

Shelton Library System announces new hours for both buildings


Shared from today's post on the Shelton Library System Facebook page:

"Beginning September 7, both Shelton libraries will offer new hours. Each library will offer one day with evening hours for those patrons who are unable to come during prime daytime hours.
Plumb Memorial Library evening hours will be:
Tuesdays, from 12:00pm until 7:00pm
Huntington Branch Library evening hours will be:
Thursdays, from 12:00pm until 7:00pm
Curbside service at Plumb will be cut back to:
Saturdays, from 10:00am to 1:00pm
All other hours will remain the same.
As a reminder, we are asking all visitors to please wear a mask while visiting."