Winter Drop-in Weekly Storytimes
March 18 - May 9

Our regular Fall weekly storytimes for ages 9 months through 6 years.  To choose the right one for your child, pick up a detailed schedule in the Children’s Department or check our webpage at www.newingtonct.gov/library.

Family Storytime (Special Family Program on May 23)
Every Thursday, 6:30 p.m.

Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round.

Free Comic Book Day
Saturday, May 4, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Stop by to join the fun of Free Comic Book Day.  Dress as your favorite character!  Partake in crafts, photo opportunities, a free comic book and a chance meeting with some of Newington’s top cosplay actors!

Comic Books donated by Eye Opener Comic Store.

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Books and Babies!
Monday, May 6, 9:15 a.m.

Join us in a program for our youngest library fans!  Babies, ages 0-12 months, and their caregivers will enjoy a stimulating, age-appropriate program that will gently introduce them to the Library.  Babies will also receive a “Welcome to the Library” gift bag.  Registration begins April 22.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Ready for Kindergarten
Mondays, May 6, 6:00 p.m.

Children who will be starting kindergarten for the 2019 – 2020 school year, and a caregiver are invited to listen to stories and participate in lots of hands-on activities that will help children to develop the skills needed for a successful start in school.  In order to create a special one-on-one learning time with your soon to be kindergartener, please make other arrangements for siblings.  Please call to register beginning April 1.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Play with Us!
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, and 28, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. (No Program May 21)

Join us for this program geared for families with young children who have special needs.  Meet with birth to three-year-old resource professionals and socialize with your peers.  All are welcome.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Partnered with Creative Interventions, LLC.

Movers and Shakers: A Musical Storytime
Tuesday, May 7, 12:00 p.m.

Children ages 2-4 and a caregiver are invited to experience music in this high energy program.  Come sing, explore instruments and rhythm patterns, dance and more.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Junior Cookbook Club
Wednesday, May 8, 6:30 p.m.

Join us as we read Blueberries for Sal by Robert McCloskey.  Then we will make blueberry muffin waffles.  Registration for Junior Chefs in grades K – 2 begins April 24.


Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Babies Love Art!
Monday, May 13, 10:15 a.m.

Babies 6 months to 24 months will bond, play and engage in stimulating art activities.  Our little artists will take home an age appropriate art project.  So much fun!  Registration begins April 29.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Super Explorers
Mondays, May 13 and 20, and June 3, 6:00 p.m. (No Program May 27)

Preschoolers, ages 3 – 5, and their caregivers may join us for a three week series of programs including a story and educational fun activities!  Registration begins April 29.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Stories and Art
Tuesday, May 14,12:00 p.m.

Join us for a story and art program for children ages 2–4 and a caregiver.  Please call to register beginning April 30.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Just a Story and a Song!
Wednesdays, May 15 and 29, 10:15 a.m. (No Storytime on May 22)

Join us for a thirty minute all ages storytime.  We’ll enjoy a story (or two) and a song (or two) to welcome in the morning.

Lucy’s Chess and Checkers Club
Wednesday, May 15, 4:00 p.m.

Like to play chess and/or checkers?  We will set up our program room with sets and a knowledgeable adult and teens who can provide basic assistance.  Snacks will be available.  Bring a friend or find one here!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Cookbook Club
Wednesday, May 15, 6:30 p.m.

This month we will be making a variety of sweet and savory dips.  Chefs in grades 3-6 may register beginning May 1.
 
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Tales to Tails
Thursday, May 16, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Children who love dogs or need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 15 minute session reading to Ellie, a certified therapy dog.  Please call to register beginning May 2.

Donated by Natalie Harbeson.

Tales to Tails
Saturday, May 18, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

Children who love dogs or need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 15 minute session
reading to a certified therapy dog.  Please call to register beginning May 4.

Sponsored by Cold Noses, Warm Hearts, Inc.

Li’l Chefs
Wednesday, May 22, 6:00 p.m.

Little kids can cook too!  We will listen to The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear by Don Wood.  Then we will make a Berry Yummy Dip.  Registration for 3 and 4 year olds with a caregiver begins May 8.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

My Gym
Thursday, May 23, 6:30 p.m. (replaces Family Storytime)

Join in with a movement program presented by My Gym of West Hartford.  Be prepared to climb, move and have FUN!  Suggested for kids 2 – 4 years of age.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Building with LEGO® Bricks
Saturday, May 25, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Come to our monthly gathering to build projects with LEGO® bricks. Due to safety concerns, infants and toddlers will not be allowed in the room.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.