Learn about insect fossils at Derby Neck Library Saturday

DERBY - Join us [at Derby Neck Library] Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. for STEM Saturdays!

Our children’s program offers fun science explorations that build curiosity about the natural world. Together, we'll use the scientific method to observe and experiment.

All ages are welcome. Registration is not required.

Derby Neck Library to launch STEM Saturdays for children

DERBY - STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program [at Derby Neck Library] 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 held from 2-3 p.m. alternate weekly between programs designed for little children (ages 3-6) and big children (ages 7+). 

This week's program [Feb. 14] is recommended for the Bigs.

Topic: Cryptology and codebreaking. How to make and decipher codes, and how that connects to security in the modern world.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This is shared from the Library's website.

Bubbleology fun on tap at The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library

Bubbleology is TOMORROW!

This Wednesday, June 11th at 1 PM at the Ansonia Library  Pop into Fun with Bubbleology at the Library!  Get ready for a sudsy science adventure! Join us at the library for Bubbleology, where bubbles aren’t just for bathtime — they’re a fascinating world of color, chemistry, and crazy shapes! Watch giant bubbles float through the air and learn the secrets behind their stretchy walls! Perfect for curious kids and playful grown-ups alike. It’s science, it’s magic — it’s bubble-tastic fun!

Mad Science program slated at Seymour elementary schools

 

Salvation Army in Ansonia to hold 'Hero Hotline' Vacation Bible School

ANSONIA - The Salvation Army will hold its Vacation Bible School July 17-21 at Corps' headquarters, 26 Lester St. Hours are 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Campers will enjoy an interactive, energizing, Bible-based good time.

To register for Hero Hotline VBS, call Capt. Cheryl McCollum at the church office, 203-736-0707, or visit easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/ansonia.

Children to learn cabbage chemistry at Ansonia Library science program

 

Beacon Falls Public Library reschedules after-school balloon science fun

Register for one of two new dates here: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../rescheduled-stem-after...

The Library is at 10 Maple Ave., Beacon Falls.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Kids can learn to be a scientist at The Children's Room at the Ansonia Library

 

Seymour Public Library to present 'Pirates Lost at Sea'

SEYMOUR - Seymour Public Library to present 'Pirates Lost at Sea' science program at 10:30 a.m. July 28. 

Explore the incredible science behind clouds, physical and chemical changes, air pressure, and more!

The Library is at 46 Church St.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Ansonia Library to host hands-on program about sand

 

Kids to hear African fable, learn to make rainstick at Ansonia Library program

 

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

Derby Neck Library offers science fun for preschoolers via Zoom

Explore – Discover – Play!

DERBY - Every other Tuesday, little ones are invited to join Miss Krissy on Zoom for some super science projects! Join her from 11-11:15 a.m. this Tuesday, Sept. 7.

Supply packs will be available at the library beginning on the Saturday before the event and can be reserved by calling at 203-734-1492, but many projects will require household materials you’ll already have around. The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

This program is targeted to ages 3+, but all are welcome! Sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to receive the Zoom link by clicking here.

This is shared from the Library's website.

Derby Neck Library offers painting fun in children's science program

Today's Facebook post from Derby Neck Library:

DERBY - Look what we're doing [at Derby Neck Library] tomorrow at #ALittleScience! 

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

Derby Public Library to host educational Rain Stick workshop for kids

DERBY - Derby Public Library will hold a fun, in-person Rain Stick workshop for ages 5-11 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday.

The educational workshop will be held outdoors. The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

Co-sponsored by South Central CT Regional Water Authority, kids will learn Rain Stick origins and, with adult supervision, create their own! 

Contactless packets supplied. 

Register at https://bit.ly/3cHvmrk 

Note: The Library WILL NOT be open to the public. Please plan accordingly.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Derby Neck Library to host science project fun on Zoom

DERBY - Little ones are invited at noon Wednesday to join Miss Krissy on Zoom for some super science projects! 

Supply packs can be reserved by calling the library at 203-734-1492, but many projects will require household materials you’ll already have around. This program is targeted to ages 3+, but all are welcome! 

Sign up here for our Youth Services mailing list to receive the Zoom link: https://forms.gle/EUp2yRBLFNJVMnz17

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

Derby Neck Library to host science sleuthing presentation

DERBY - Derby Neck Library is calling all super-sleuths who love science--join us over Zoom at 1 p.m. Saturday for a special presentation by the Connecticut Science Center!

A botched bubble-blowing contest, some wonky security footage. Sounds like it's time to use science to solve this crime! 

Help us gather evidence as we retrace the steps of the crime and discover not only who did it, but what caused the sabotage! 

Together, we will look for evidence of chemical reactions and identify the unique properties of newly formed products to help solve the chem-mystery!

This program is targeted to ages 8+, but all are welcome! 

Registration is required for this program to receive both the required handout and the Zoom link. 

If you're not already on Derby Neck Library's program mailing list, send us a message [on Facebook] or call 203-734-1492 to be added!

This is shared from the Derby Neck Library Facebook page.

Derby Neck Library to host science sleuthing program for kids

DERBY - Calling all super-sleuths who love science-join us on Zoom at 1 p.m. March 27 for a special presentation by the Connecticut Science Center!

A botched bubble blowing contest, some wonky security footage. Sounds like it's time to use science to solve this crime! 

Help us gather evidence as we retrace the steps of the crime and discover not only who did it, but what caused the sabotage! Together, we will look for evidence of chemical reactions and identify the unique properties of newly formed products to help solve the chem-mystery!

This program is targeted to ages 8+, but all are welcome! 

Registration is required for this program to receive both the required handout and the Zoom link. 

If you're not already on our program mailing list, send us a message here [on Facebook] or call 203-734-1492 to be added!

This is shared from the Derby Neck Library Facebook page.

Derby Neck Library to host virtual science fun in October for children

 

Explore - Discover - Play!

DERBY - Little ones are invited to join Miss Krissy on Zoom for some super science projects! 

Supply packs can be reserved by calling Derby Neck Library at 203-734-1492, but many projects will require household materials you'll already have around! 

Email kwarrenger at derbynecklibrary.org or send us a message on social media to be added to the mailing list.

The first session is at noon Oct. 7. The following sessions will be held on Oct. 14, 21 and 28.

This is shared from a Facebook event page. 

Derby Neck Library hosts Checkers Library TV fun for kids

Checkers the Inventor includes stories, crafts, science experiments, special guests, and so much more!
New episodes are posted every Monday at 3 p.m. to our Facebook page for the general public and Google Classroom for Derby students, classroom code auxndrb

*For safety reasons, the Google Classroom is only open to students and teachers in the Derby Public School System at this time.

This is shared from a Derby Neck Library Facebook event page.

Virtual Teen Maker Space slated at Derby Public Library

DERBY - Derby Public Library invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to a virtual Teen Maker Space at 3 p.m. July 9.

The Whitney Water Center’s science educator Lisa DeFrancesco will explain and demonstrate the concept of Surface Tension.

Registration for this online Zoom gathering is accessible on the Events Calendar of the library’s webpage at www.derbypubliclibrary.org. 

Make-Ahead Breakfasts

On July 23 from 3-4 p.m., the Library invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to a virtual Teen Maker Space where attendees will learn about the convenience and time saving aspects of Make-Ahead Breakfasts. 

This event will address the challenges to preparing breakfasts on the go, look at food preparation to save time, and discover more ideas for morning meals. 

Certified dietitian Siddhi Sheth will discuss tips for making balanced breakfasts, as well as demonstrate a few items for members to prepare on their own. 

To register and receive a materials list for this online Zoom gathering, visit the Events Calendar of the library’s webpage at www.derbypubliclibrary.org. 

Both programs are part of the DPL Teen Summer Club - Imagine Your Story! 

For more information call 203-736-1482.

This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian, Derby Public Library.