Derby Neck Library to hold monthly scavenger hunts

DERBY -  Join us June 1 [at Derby Neck Library] for our kick-off of monthly scavenger hunts! Stop by and explore the children's room while solving clues along the way. You may even get a prize!

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

Derby Public Library to host bilingual story walk

DERBY - Derby Public Library will host a Bilingual Story Walk (Spanish/English) for all ages in the children's room from Wednesday, May 8 to Wednesday, May 29. The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

The event features the book "Con Pollo" by Jimmy Fallon and Jennifer Lopez.

Registration not required.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby Public Library readies Autumn Scavenger Hunt fun for all ages

Autumn Scavenger Hunt (All Ages)
Sept. 1st – Oct. 31st
Locate themed items in the Children’s Room.
Placement changes each week. Prizes awarded!

No registration required 

 

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.

This is shared from the Library's website.

Children's Room at Ansonia Library slates Harry Potter Trivia Night

 

Ansonia Library event to feature violinist, tale from China

ANSONIA - Please join us at 11 a.m. Dec. 11 at the Ansonia Library in welcoming The New Haven Symphony Orchestra's own Anna Leunis as she bridges music, culture, and literacy into an 

event for all ages!

We will hear the story of Lon Po Po, a Little Red Riding Hood tale from China, while Anna Leunis colors the story with her violin playing throughout.

Please contact The Children's Room at an-jshuart@biblio.org or call 203-922-3104 to register for this exciting event. 

The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St.

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Derby Public Library announces temporary schedule

Sharing from the Derby Public Library website: 

NOTICE: As of Monday, August 30th, the Library building and all Library services
will operate according to the following temporary schedule:

 Mondays – Thursdays: 9 AM to 6 PM**

Fridays: 9 AM to 5 PM

Saturdays: 9 AM to 2 PM

 We appreciate your cooperation, and will return to our normal schedule ASAP.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at (203) 736-1482 or dplreference@biblio.org. Thank you.

Otherwise, The Library is OPEN on a limited basis, including our Children’s Room. (Details)
No appointment necessary

'Turnback Tuesday' (on Thursday) features architect's drawing of Derby Public Library

Turnback Tuesday looks back at a drawing by Hartley Dennett, the architect who worked on the Derby Public Library building.

This drawing was sent to Miss Grace A. Child, the first librarian for the Derby Public Library, on Nov. 15, 1902. Dennett is asking Miss Child which way the door to the Children's Room should swing in, to the left or right.

In the end, Miss Child agreed to have the door swing towards the Circulation Desk, Option A.

The Children’s Room is now the Local History Room.

Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week!

Derby Public Library to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day

Children to hear story, make craft at Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton

Book Buddies Book Chat
Plumb Memorial Library
July 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

SHELTON - Attention Kindergartners, 1st and 2nd Graders, come join a celebration of literature with Mrs. Fritsch.
After listening to Casey at the Bat by Ernest Lawrence Thayer, there will be a lively discussion of the book and a related craft.

Registration required. 

There are 20 openings and 3 on the wait list.
http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm…

Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Public Library to host family activities Feb. 4

DERBY - In recognition of the 6th annual Take Your Child to the Library Day, Derby Public Library staff has scheduled a variety of activities for families from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 4.

For anyone unfamiliar with this now-nationwide day of recognizing libraries, it began as a collaborative effort by Children’s Librarians in Connecticut to encourage families to stop by and discover all the resources and opportunities their local library offers. 

Think of it as a sampling of what today’s libraries are all about.

Families with children ages 4-11 are welcome to register for a painting class presented by the Giggling Pig Art Studio taking place at 10 a.m. 

There will also be a drop-in craft program with several do-it-yourself projects throughout the day. 

Lego Time is slated for 12:30 p.m. and is geared for children ages 4-11. All levels of building skills are welcome to come by for this drop-in program. 

Children ages 5-11 are invited to say hello to therapy dog Payson, who will be available to listen to young readers share a story. 

Payson and her owner Janet Sabovik volunteer at the library as part of the popular, ongoing read to a therapy dog program.

The day also includes a raffle, refreshments, a scavenger hunt, and more! 

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St. Participants should meet at the children's room.

Registration is required for both the Giggling Pig Art Studio and Payson the therapy dog events.

For questions about the day contact Sue Sherman, children's librarian, 203-736-1482.

This information is shared from the Derby Public Library website. 

Derby Public Library to host American Girl program for children

DERBY - Kids ages 8-11 are invited to Derby Public Library, 313 Elizabeth St., for an American girl-themed program at 11 a.m. July 22.

Come celebrate Lea, the 2016 American Girl of the Year, with fun activities that reflect her love of nature and adventure!

Registration is requested.

For information call 203-736-1482.

This information is shared from an online community calendar sponsored by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and The New Haven Foundation.

Program at Derby Public Library to focus on medication safety for kids

DERBY - The public is invited to join Derby Public Library children's room staff in welcoming back Griffin Hospital for a presentation on medication safety around children. 

The talk will be held at 10 a.m. June 30. The library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

Information will be presented on over-the-counter medications, look-alike meds, and candy as well as proper storage.  

Children ages birth to 11 and parents/caregivers of those in that age group are all welcome to attend.

The program is funded by Safe Kids Worldwide.

This information is shared from the library's website.

Seymour Public Library slates summer reading fun

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Public Library children's librarian Ann Szaley has announced this year's summer reading club, On Your Mark, Get Set ... Read!  

Register for the club and free children's programs at the library, 46 Church St., starting June 21.

Children's author to visit Derby Public Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library, 313 Elizabeth St., welcomes local children’s author Jeannine Marie at 10:30 a.m. Saturday.

Join us for bagels and donuts while listening to Marie share her children’s picture book Looking in the Mirror.
This title is the first of her three publications geared for children ages 5-10.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase the day of the event or signed copies may be pre-ordered by contacting the Children’s Room.

Registration is required; call the library, 203-736-1482.

This information is shared from an online community calendar sponsored by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and The New Haven Independent.

Pajama story time, hands-on science class slated at Derby Public Library

  DERBY - Families are welcome to attend Pajama Story Time a 6:30 p.m. May 10 at Derby Public Library.
  Children ages 3-7 may wear their pajamas and bring along their favorite bedtime buddy or blanket to listen to stories sing songs and enjoy a bedtime snack. 

  Registration is requested.

Science Lab fun

    The Library continues to offer an after-school STEAM program taking place once a month during the school year.       
    Children in grades 2-5 are invited to stop by The Science Lab at 4 p.m. May 17 for Make a Splash.  
    During this hands-on science activity participants will conduct several experiments relating to water including sink or float and more.  
   There is no fee to attend and all materials will be provided for this interactive, hour-long program.

    Registration is requested.  
    For more information or to register, call the Children’s Room, 203-736-1482, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

Derby Public Library children's room to host craft program, Lego Time

   DERBY - The Derby Public Library is hosting a Mother’s Day Craft program at 10:30 a.m. May 7 for children ages 6-11.  
    Michelle Novak will help kids tap into their creative talents while making a surprise gift and card for mom’s special day.  
    All materials will be supplied, and there is no fee to attend.  
   Registration is requested.

      

Lego Time

      The Derby Public Library invites children ages 4-11 to use their creative talents and stir their imaginations during Lego Time at 12:30 p.m. May 7. 
      All levels of building skills are welcome to come by for this drop-in program. 
      There is no fee to attend and all building materials will be provided.  Place your building masterpiece on display in the Children’s Room for everyone to admire!

       For more information, call the Children’s Room at 203-736-1482, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.


This is a press release from Sue Sherman, Children's Librarian, Derby Public Library.

    

Derby Public Library to offer art instruction, Musical Mondays, more

        DERBY - The Giggling Pig Art Studio of Shelton will visit the Derby Public Library for an art program at 10:30 a.m. April 2.
       Each child will have an opportunity to work on their own 11” x 14”canvas art masterpiece using acrylic paint with step-by-step instruction from an art teacher from the studio.  

      This hour and a half program is open to children ages 4-11; no art experience is required. All materials will be provided. There is no fee to attend, but registration is requested. 

    Space is limited, so register today!

Lego Time

      The Library invites children ages 4-11 to use their creative talents and stir their imaginations during Lego Time at 12:30 p.m. April 2.
      All levels of building skills are welcome to come by for this drop-in program. 
     There is no fee to attend and all building materials will be provided.  
     Place your building masterpiece on display in the Children’s Room for everyone to admire!

    
Musical Mondays

    The Derby Public Library invites children ages 2-5 along with a caregiver to bring a little music into their world on Musical Mondays beginning April 4 at 10 a.m. 
    The program features a little bit of everything from using rhythm sticks and shakers to playing musical games with the parachute along with dancing and clapping to familiar songs and rhymes.  
    There is no fee to attend this four-week session, but registration is requested.

    For further information or to register for any program, call the Children’s Room, 203-736-1482, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.


This is a press release from Sue Sherman, children's librarian, Derby Public Library. 

Ansonia Library hosting Book a Baby program

ANSONIA - Friends of the Ansonia Library reminds the community about its ongoing Book a Baby Program.

Photo from Library website

A special label with the child's name and yours will be permanently inserted into the book.  
Forms are available at the library front desk. 

The library is at 53 S. Cliff St.  


This is a press release from Friends of the Ansonia Library.

Children's room at Derby Public Library to host programs

Stories with Lunch

   DERBY - Children ages 4-9 are invited to bring a bag lunch and stop by the Derby Public Library at noon Feb. 12 for Stories with Lunch.  
  Listen to stories while you enjoy your lunch followed by some hands-on dessert making.  

  Participants will be decorating Valentine’s Day sweets.  

  There is no fee to attend; registration is requested.  

Lego Time

   DERBY - The Derby Public Library invites children ages 4-11 to use their creative talents and stir their imaginations during Lego Time at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 18. 

  All levels of building skills are welcome to come by for this drop-in program. 

   There is no fee to attend and all building materials will be provided.  

    Place your building masterpiece on display in the Children’s Room for everyone to admire!

    For information on either program or to register for Stories with Lunch, call 203-736-1482, stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

This is a press release from Sue Sherman, children's librarian, Derby Public Library.

Local artist to present craft program for kids at Derby Public Library

DERBY - In recognition of the fifth annual Take Your Child to the Library Day, Derby Public Library has scheduled a variety of activities Feb. 6.  

For anyone who is unfamiliar with this now nationwide day of recognizing libraries, it began as a collaborative effort by Children’s Librarians in Connecticut to encourage families to stop by and discover all the resources and opportunities their local library offers.  

Think of it as a sampling of what today’s libraries are all about.   

Thumbprint sample

Families with children ages 4-11 are welcome to come by at 11 a.m. for Thumbody Loves You, presented by Derby artist Evie North.

Participants will create greeting or note cards using their thumbprints to make different characters.  

What a perfect idea for Valentine’s Day giving!  

Lego Time is slated for 12:30 p.m. for children ages 4-11.  

All levels of building skills are welcome to come by for this drop-in program   

The day also includes a raffle, refreshments, a scavenger hunt, and more!

For more information, call the Children’s Room, 203-736-1482, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

This is a press release from Sue Sherman, children's librarian, Derby Public Library.