Derby Neck Library to kick off summer reading program 'The Big Dig' Monday

 

DERBY - Join us [Monday at Derby Neck Library] for our annual summer kickoff party, which begins our summer programming series and reading incentives. 

We'll have free food, live music, and loads of crafts and activities, including an outdoor Big Dig for dinosaur fossils and gems in our sandbox.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

Summer reading fun for children starts Friday at Shelton Libraries

 

Huntington Branch Library to host teen summer reading kickoff

 

Still time to join Derby Public Library's summer reading program

LEVEL UP! There is still time to join our 2025 Summer Reading Program! 

Join for a chance to win our weekly drawings for gift cards to local businesses like Twisted Vine, Portobello's, Bartone's Pizza, and more!

The more you read the the greater chance you have to win our Grand Prize: A Lenovo Tablet!

To sign-up fill out the form below or stop by our circulation desk during operating hours!
https://forms.gle/rKc48bK57qK26AjXA

Shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to kick off summer reading for K-Grade 6

'Reading is Magic' 

Grade: Kindergarten through 6th

Day/Date: Saturday, June 28

Time: 11 a.m.-noon

Location: Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St., Shelton

Kindergarten through 6th grade kids are welcome to join us at Plumb Memorial Library as we host Matt the Magician to kick-off our Shelton Libraries' Summer Reading Program: "Reading is Magic!"

Caregivers must remain with their child for the entire magic show.

Registration required for each child attending: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661&BranchID=826&Branch=Plumb%20Memorial%20Library&EventID=560651&PK=

or call 203-924-1580 ext. 1580.

Derby Public Library to kick off summer reading program

 

Derby Public Library celebrates birthday of namesake, kicks off summer reading

Harcourt Wood

Turnback Tuesday wishes a Happy Birthday to our Library’s namesake, Harcourt Wood.

Holton Harcourt Wood was born June 19, 1885 to Col. H. Holton and Alice Grout Wood.

Due to an illness, Harcourt passed away at the young age of 11. The Woods, grieving the loss of their young son, graciously decided to donate a Library to the City of Derby in their son's honor.

The Library was dedicated Dec. 27, 1902 and opened to the public on Feb. 13, 1903.

Please join the Library this Saturday, June 22, for the kickoff celebration of our Summer Reading program, and enjoy a cupcake in celebration of Harcourt’s birthday.

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

 

Seymour Public Library to kick off summer reading program for children

SEYMOUR - Seymour Public Library's 2023 Summer Reading Program "Find Your Voice" for children 18 and under begins on June 13.

Stop in on or after that day to register for our free program and to learn more. The Library is at 46 Church St.

You'll also be able to register for some of our exciting programs that are happening in July and August! 

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Teens can play laser tag June 17 at Shelton Community Center field

Ages: 13 and older

Location: Huntington Branch Library/Community Center field

Date/Times: June 17, 1 and 2 p.m.

SHELTON - What better way to round out the school year and celebrate the launch of Shelton Libraries’ Summer Reading Program than with Laser Tag. “Laser Tag on the Go” will be setting up shop at the Shelton Community Center baseball field. Teens, 13 and older, can sign up for one of the two sessions.
Teens will be shown the equipment, and various types of games will be played. This is a teen only event. This will be an outdoor event so dress accordingly. As always, library programs are FREE!

Registration:
Session 1: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=493604&PK=
Session 2: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=493607&PK=
This is shared from the Huntington Branch Library Kids and Teens Facebook page.

Shelton Libraries' reading challenge a huge success; next up is summer reading

The Shelton Libraries' Winter Reading Challenge 2023 was a TREMENDOUS success!
Take a look at the AMOUNT of books read in the 6-weeks!!! 

A BIG THANK YOU to all the kids and teens who participated in this reading initiative!

Special thanks once again to Dave’s Gourmet Paletas located at 781 River Road in Shelton (across from the Rinks) for cosponsoring the Shelton Libraries!

We sincerely appreciated your contributions! 

Next reading initiative will be Shelton Libraries' Summer Reading Program beginning in June! Details coming soon.

Congratulations to all the children who participated and read 682 books during the winter!

This is shared from Miss Maura's Programs Facebook page. 

Children's entertainer to kick off Shelton Libraries' Summer Reading Program

SHELTON - Have you heard the great news?

Children’s musical entertainer Ryan SanAngelo

will be performing to kick-off our

Shelton Libraries’ Summer Reading Program: “Around the World in 60 Days”!

Date: Saturday, June 26

Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Location: Derby-Shelton Rotary Club Pavilion,

100 Canal St.

This program is geared toward children 1-12 years old and their caregivers. Registration is required for each individual attending the performance.

Register at

www.sheltonlibrarysystem.org or at 203-924-1580 ext. 5108.

Caregivers must remain with their child/children for program duration.

Masks required upon arrival to performance and at check-in with Library staff only.

Please bring your own seating: lawn chairs, blanket or towel to place on grass. Rain or shine.

No bathrooms available.

Free parking is available in front of the Farmer’s Market building and on the street.

This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.

Derby Neck Library to host beach party to mark end of summer reading

DERBY - Derby Neck Library children's librarian Miss Kathi will host her SUMMER BEACH PARTY at 3:30 p.m. Aug. 14 and as always, all ages are invited to join in the fun.

Celebrate the end of the Children’s Summer Reading with kiddie pools, sand boxes, snacks, and the return of Mr. Bubbles. 

A raffle will also be held so be sure to get here early and enjoy this special event that always draws a great crowd of kids and adults.

The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.

*This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Performer to highlight library summer reading party at Shelton Riverwalk

Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page:

Reading Rocks! with Pete the Cat! at The Riverwalk.
Party sponsored by Plumb Memorial and Huntington Branch Libraries
10:30-11:30 a.m. Aug. 4. 

SHELTON - The summer reading program is almost over, but not without ending it with the BEST Party in Shelton! 
Join entertainer Al deCant for a spirited hour of stories, songs, and meet our Pete the Cat mascot! 
If it rains, the party will be held in the Shelton Community Center, 41 Church St. 
Please register by clicking here.

Seymour Public Library to hold summer reading program signups

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton kicks off summer reading

Program to collect items for Spooner House
SHELTON - Plumb Memorial Library kicked off its summer reading program Monday and it will run through Aug. 4. 
Besides reading books, participants will be encouraged to "Pay it Forward."
During the summer program, the children will each receive a Bingo card with squares to be crossed off for each book read.
The students will also earn a square if they bring in a "Wish List" item for Spooner House at 30 Todd Road and place it in the labeled box.
The theme of this year's program is Build a Better World and we are thankful to the summer reading program participants for helping build a better world locally.

This is the Plumb Memorial Library 2016 Summer Reading Program collection for Spooner House./ Contributed photo This is a press release from Spooner House.

Seymour Library slates activities for children

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Public Library, 46 Church St., has announced June activities planned for children and young adults.

June 3 and 10 – 10:30 a.m. – Lap sit for little ones six -24 months old.  Read and play with your little one in a nurturing, developmentally enhanced way.

June 4 and 11 - 10:30 a.m. – Story hour for 2-5 year olds.  Stories, songs, finger plays and a craft. 

June 4 - 4 p.m. – Story Kids’ Book Club for K-Grade 2 .

Book talks, craft, and a snack. Child must have some reading ability.

June 10 - 4 p.m.– Nutmeggers’ Book Club for Grade 5 and up. Book talks, craft and a snack - features the Intermediate Nutmeg Nominees

June 11 –  4 p.m. – BookChatters’ Book Club for Grades 2-4. Book talks, craft, and a snack. Club features the Magic Tree House Series. 

June 16 - 10:30 a.m.– Science Snoopers ‘Ewe and I’ - natural science, story and a craft –

for ages 2-5  Child must be able to sit and listen.

June 18 – 10:30 a.m. – Lynn Lewis - Music and Movement for ages 0-6   A fun time!

June 19 – 3:45 p.m. – YA Origami! Amazing Crafting with Miss Tina. 

June 25 –  4 p.m. – The YA Circle- a teen reader’s and writer’s advisory. Create, share, and talk about trends in books, art, movies and what you like! For YAs Grade 6 and up.  Snacks will be served.

June 23 – Sign-ups begin for the Summer Reading Program.

All programs are free, fun, and formative!

Some programs have limited enrollment; registration is required for all programs.

For information call 203-888-3903, visit us on Facebook or at www.seymourpubliclibrary.org.

               

This is a press release from Ann Szaley, Head of Children's Services, Seymour Public Library.