Digital Storytimes:

Your librarians miss you! Come watch one storytime a week on our Digital Storytime page. 

Virtual Book Kits 

Check out the library’s Facebook page for weekly Virtual Book Kits. We will share a particular book and accompanying crafts/activities that can be done at home to extend the experience. Virtual Book Kits are also on our Reading Recommendations page. Click here for past kits.

HelpNow - Brainfuse HelpNow is now available for on demand eLearning for all ages and levels, offering personalized homework help in core subjects (math, reading, writing, science and social studies) including SAT preparation, skill building, and foreign language support. Students will communicate with live online tutors. Sign in with your Newington library card.

Sew Simple with Miss Sarah - Virtual
Tuesday, October 6

Join Miss Sarah for a virtual sewing class perfect for beginners and budding young tailors. Together you’ll go through all the steps to create your own hand sewn creations. This time we’ll learn how to make felt spooky plushies. A video link and template will be available on the Kids events page.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Virtual Cookbook Club 
Wednesday, October 14

Mrs. Mendelsohn has created a video cooking demo that you can do at home. Learn how to make pumpkin chocolate chip bread! Links to the recipe and the video will be available on the Kids events page. Enjoy!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Pumpkin Palooza to Go!
Thursday, October 15 (special grab & go kit)

For grades 1-5. It’s a pumpkin-filled good time! Parents may call to register beginning Friday, October 9 to reserve a craft bag filled with fun fall crafts for pickup that Thursday. Kits can also be picked up/ placed with curbside book orders.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

StoryWalk®
Who said you can’t read & walk at the same time? Visit Mill Pond for our next StoryWalk®! Walk together and enjoy a story along the way.

Sponsored the Friends of the Library and Parks & Recreation. 

Apple, Corn, & Pumpkin Leaves - Virtual
Beginning Monday, October 12, 10:00 a.m.

Join the Storycrafters as they share a classic mix of autumn-themed folktales and songs, with images of harvests, pumpkins, apples, and just a touch of gentle Halloween 'chill' thrown in for good measure. Please check the Kids Event webpage for access info.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 

Spooky Reads Booktalks

If you love creepy books, check out our Spooky Reads booktalk videos! We will have book recommendations for grades 3-6. The video links will be available in October on our Kids event page.

Simple Science @ Home - Virtual
Thursday, October 22

Scientists are welcome to watch the Virtual Science Experiments with Ms. Joanne. Each experiment will use basic supplies, which you may even have in your kitchen. After watching enjoy doing the experiments on your own! A video link and supply list will be available on the Kids events page. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Tales to Tails - Virtual
Wednesday, October 21, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Children who love dogs or need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 10 minute session reading to Harper, a new canine friend. Call to register beginning October 8. Registrants will receive specific time slots on Zoom. Families are responsible for providing a book, but remember we offer curbside pickup if you need help!

Donated by Jeanette Francini. 

Tales to Tails - Virtual
Tuesday, October 27, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Children who love dogs or need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 10 minute session reading to Ellie, a certified therapy dog. Call to register beginning October 13. Registrants will receive specific time slots on Zoom. Families are responsible for providing a book, but remember we offer curbside pickup if you need help!  

Donated by Natalie Harbeson.

Topic Totes

The Children’s Department is proud to debut their Topic Tote collection!  Have a child who loves Frozen? Trucks? Bugs? Need some books to encourage potty training or bedtime? Totes with books focused on one topic will be available for circulation. Parents can check out up-to-date topic lists and information on the new Children’s Reading Recommendation webpage.