STEM Saturday program to focus on Gravity Art at Derby Neck Library

 

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

STEM Saturdays is an all-ages drop-in program. Stop by the Children's Room any time between 2 and 4 p.m. to try the experiment! 

Topic: This week, we're making Gravity Paintings that imitate rain clouds! 

Learn all about what makes a rain cloud a rain cloud and create your own work of art using watercolor paint and gravity.

Derby Neck Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby.

Taste the Book program for children slated at Derby Public Library

 

 Taste the Book Series: Where every story comes to life with a book, a craft, and a delicious tasting experience! 

Join us for an Earth Day story time featuring The Planet in a Pickle Jar by Martin Stanev, and discover how Grandma has been preserving all the important things on our planet. 

Then, create your own "planet in a pickle jar" using recycled water bottles, glitter, and more. Enjoy a tasty pickle sampling while you read, create, and play. It’s the perfect blend of stories, crafts, and pickled treats!

Read it, Make it, Taste it - Taste the Book and experience the story in every way!

Recommended for ages 3-10, but all are welcome!
Registration required. Inform us of any allergies and/or dietary restrictions upon registering.
Please register each child separately so we know how many friends to expect!

https://derbypubliclibrary.libcal.com/calendars?cid=21324...

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.

Children's music program on tap Monday at Derby Neck Library

Derby Neck Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby. 

Derby Neck Library to host body safety puppet show Monday

 

Derby Public Library slates children's program on pollution

 

Kids can learn to play Dungeons & Dragons at Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton

SHELTON - Ethereal Lounge and Plumb Library is bringing you a learn to play Dungeons and Dragons. This crash course will give you the knowledge of the rules, characters, and a fun adventure for all to participate. 

This program is for ages 10 and older. Program will be held at Plumb Library Jan. 27, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Refreshments/snacks will be available. 

Registration is required; click or tap the link to register:
https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=515246&PK=

This is shared from Teens at Plumb Library Facebook page.

Kids can get creative Tuesday at Derby Neck Library's Littles Art Studio

DERBY - What will your child create at our Littles Art Studio this Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Derby Neck Library?

This program is targeted to ages 3-5, but everyone is welcome!

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Drums & Strings & Shaky Things on tap at Derby Neck Library

DERBY - Come get your groove on with Miss Krissy and Miss Sarah at Derby Neck Library at 10:30 a.m. every other Monday during a music and movement program! 

There will be singing, dancing, stories, and a whole lot of shaky things! This program is targeted to ages Birth-5, but everyone is welcome!

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Bat expert to speak at The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library

Let's Learn About Bats and Tie Dye! 

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton slates Art in the Afternoon program for children

Art in the Afternoon for ages 3 years and older

1:15-2 p.m. Oct. 26

Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton

Register online: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661&BranchID=826&Branch=Plumb%20Memorial%20Library&EventID=504812&PK=819245

or call 203-924-1580 ext. 5108.

Join Miss Maura as she teaches budding artists a specific art style through unique age-appropriate art projects!

Caregivers must remain with their children for program duration.

If on the program day: you or your child is SICK or will NOT be able to attend the program please call to CANCEL 203-924-1580 ext. 5108.

This way a child on our Wait List can attend.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Public Library to host children's program on conserving resources

DERBY - The Kellogg Environmental Center presents: "I Want to Go Green, What Does That Mean?" Aug. 15 from 1-2 p.m. (ages 4-7) at Derby Public Library, 313 Elizabeth St.

Please register at https://bit.ly/3qmSLsc
This is a program for kids on conserving the resources around us.

This is shared from the Derby Public Library Facebook page.

Kids can learn about working with animals at Ansonia Library program

 

NHSO musician to present at Derby Public Library Saturday

Remy Taghavi

Creating Musical Readers Series by New Haven Symphony Orchestra

DERBY - Derby Public Library will host a Creating Musical Readers program at 9:15 a.m. this Saturday, April 15.

The NHSO series is geared to ages 4-10 and focuses on a different musician/instrument each month plus a story.

Bassoonist Remy Taghavi and his book, Ralph’s Secret Weapon will be featured.

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

Register at http://bit.ly/3GAM0HY

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Oboist to present program for children Saturday at Derby Public Library

Marta Boratgis

DERBY - Derby Public Library presents Creating Musical Readers Series by the New Haven Symphony Orchestra at 9:15 a.m. Saturday, March 11.The program is for ages 4-10.

A different musician / instrument each month plus a story.

This month features Oboist Marta Boratgis and the book "Herman and Rosie."

Register at http://bit.ly/3XPatzn

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton slates kids' programs for Women's History Month

 Through Her Eyes

Date/Time: Tuesday, 3/7 & 3/21, 5-6 p.m.
Location: Plumb Memorial Library
Ages: 5 yrs. old +

In honor of Women's History Month, we will read a story about a famous woman artist then we will create a piece of art similar to the type of art this woman is/was famous for. 

Caregivers must remain with their children for program duration.

** One registration is for both listed dates.
Register here: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661&BranchID=826&Branch=Plumb%20Memorial%20Library&EventID=487449&PK=792833
or call: (203) 924-1580 ext. 5108.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Drums & Strings & Shaky Things program on tap at Derby Neck Library

DERBY - Come get your groove on with Miss Krissy and Miss Sarah at 10:30 a.m. every Monday at Derby Neck Library during a hybrid music and movement program! 

This program is targeted for ages Birth-5, but all are welcome! There will be singing, dancing, stories, and a whole lot of shaky things!

No registration is required to attend in-person, but you will need to register for our Youth Services Mailing List to attend virtually here: https://forms.gle/EUp2yRBLFNJVMnz17. Join us!

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Ansonia Nature Center slates animal adaptations program

ANSONIA - Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center will present an Animal Adaptations program at 1:30 p.m. Jan. 22.

During this lesson, your children will learn what animals, as living organisms, do to survive through the cold and winter conditions. 

They will learn about how animals adapt to frigid temperatures and are able to conserve body heat. Different types of animals adjust in different ways, using their protective coverings, such as feathers, fur, and even layers of fat, which help insulate them against the cold environment. 

Join Ranger Dawn and do an experiment called “The Blubber Glove” and if weather permits we’ll take a hike too! Dress for the weather. Please register in advance at ansnaturectr@ansoniact.org

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Road.

This is shared from the Nature Center's newsletter. 

Seymour Public Library to host Food Explorers fun today for children

SEYMOUR - Join Food Explorers at 4:30 p.m. today [Monday] to make Southwest Quesadillas with Guacamole (optional) for your family!

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZYrduqspzIuGtKAcDCwChJdzaseQ...

You’ll need the following ingredients for this recipe: tortillas, onion, garlic, olive oil, 1 bell pepper, frozen corn, 1 can of beans (Black, Pinto, etc.), shredded Mexican cheese, avocado, lime plus seasoning of your choice (Cumin, Garlic Powder, Chili Flakes, etc.).

This is shared from a Seymour Public Library Facebook event page. 

Learn about sharks in Seymour Public Library's online program for kids

SEYMOUR - Seymour Public Library will host  "Mystic Aquarium - Sharks!" at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 11 via Zoom.

Children will learn about the fascinating shark species, the challenges they must overcome for survival, and conservation efforts to protect them.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZIqf...

This is shared from Seymour Public Library's Facebook page.

Chris Rowlands to entertain at Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center

Entertainer Chris Rowlands and friend

ANSONIA - Family fun is on tap at the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center at 7 p.m. July 30 when Chris Rowlands performs a children's concert.

The nature center is at 10 Deerfield Road.

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.