February Vacation is right around the corner, so hang in there, kids! And just in case you're looking for something to do, the library has lined up some boredom-busters, just for you!
Monday, February 26...Our Magformers will be available for free play for all ages from 12:00-4:00pm.
And the winner is...Woodpecker Wants a Waffle, written and illustrated by Steve Breen. Benny the woodpecker would go to any lengths to get a taste of yummy waffles with syrup at the local restaurant! The coveted Ladybug Children's Book Award is indigenous to New Hampshire, the winner being determined by the votes of youngsters from age three to Grade 3 throughout the state. It is sponsored by New Hampshire's Center for the Book. "Woodpecker" received 4,924 votes out of 21,466 ballots cast.
Mother Goose is on the loose, and there is still time to register! We are offering three sessions per week this winter, so hopefully there will be room for all those interested in attending. Simple books, rhymes and songs are often accompanied by bells, shakers, drums and such, which are distributed around the circle, much to little ones' delight. Parents and caregivers enjoy participating with the children...also an opportunity to meet other young families in the community!
Something new has been added to the Storytime schedule! Our popular Wednesday morning Toddler session is filled, but threre is still plenty of room in the Monday morning class, which begins on January 17th at 10:00am. Consisting of stories and action songs, fingerplays and related crafts, there is lots to attract our young patrons. Adults are expected to engage with the children in the program. In order to be elligible, youngsters must be between the ages of 24 and 36 months at the start of the session.
The new year is here, and Book Buzz is on it! On Monday, January 8th at 5:00pm, all the buzz will be about I Funny, by James Patterson. The central character is a mid-grade stand-up comedian who tells jokes sitting down because he is in a wheelchair. All the elements are in place: family situation, bullying, friendships, and a large dollop of humor. If you like a good joke (or a bad one!), there's lots to amuse, as well as something to touch your heart.
Magformers are back! Every month, there will be a designated time when we will put out our large collection of these fascinating building toys for free play. No need to register…just come on along. To round out 2017, Magformers will be available on Wednesday, December 13th from 12:00 – 4:00pm. Starting off the new year, we will put them out on Thursday, January 4th from 10:00am - 2:00pm.
She's back!! Brary, the library's very own Elf on the Shelf, is moving in for another holiday season, planning to arrive on December 1st. But where is she? She likes to get around a lot, so you will need sharp eyes to spot where she's hiding on any given day. We only know she will stay in the Children's Library. A small reward is being offered to any kid who reports a sighting to the librarian. Rumor has it that Brary keeps a list and reports back to Santa on how well kids behave in the library. But it's only a rumor...nothing to be concerned about!
Is Lilly coming in December? Yes, she is! She wouldn't want to miss a chance to meet with the kids who want to read with her. Lilly will be visiting us on Tuesday and Thursday, December 5th and 7th, from 4:00-5:30pm. Each child gets 15 minutes of private time with Lilly to practice his or her reading skills. They may involve family members if they wish. This is a great confidence booster for reading aloud in class!
There's nothing like a cozy mystery to chase away the winter chill...Why not buzz on down to the library on Monday, December 4th for some fun bookchat about Tracy Barrett's whodunnit, THE SHERLOCK FILES: 100-Year-Old Secret? Xena Holmes and her younger brother Xander are surprised when a mysterious stranger passes them a note telling them that they are descendants of the famous detective who shares their last name... and indeed have inherited his diary of unsolved cases!
