Storytimes will meet again the first week of July. See the preview schedule.
Summer Storytimes
-Summer Storytimes run from July 1 to August 6.
-Storytimes are 30 minutes and registration is not required.
-Fall storytime registration is August 1 to September 8.
Giggles and Rhymes
Pre-walkers up to 15 months and caregiver
Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.
Born to Read
Walkers up to 24 months and caregiver
Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m.
Side by Side
Age 2 and caregiver
Tuesdays at 11 a.m. or Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.
Choose one session to attend each week.
Totally Preschool
Ages 3 and 4
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Caregivers remain in building.
Bookworms
Ages 5 and 6
Tuesdays at 4:15 p.m.
Caregivers remain in building.
Sleepytime Stories
Ages 3 to 5
Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Join us for stories, songs, poems, and act-outs. Wear your pajamas. Parent/caregiver may remain in the building or join us for storytime.
Caregivers remain in building.
Programs
Fridays May 2, 9, 16
Walkers up to 2 ½ years at 9:45 a.m. This age group is full :(
2 ½ to 4 years at 10:45 a.m. This age group is full :( Music and Movement with Miss Mary May Session
Registration starts Friday, April 11.
Summer Programs Caregivers remain in building.
Planting Party
Ages 6 to 11 Friday, May 30
3:30 to 5 p.m.
Plant the seeds in the Library’s very own children’s garden! The garden will be tended to by “Groovy Gardeners” on Wednesdays, July 2 to August 13. Registration for the Planting Party begins Monday, May 19.
Julius Caesar Storytelling
Ages 6 and up Monday, June 9
4:15 p.m.
Shakespeare on the Sound’s upcoming performance of “Julius Caesar” will be adapted and performed by storyteller Tom Lee. This Shakespeare story contains some violent themes. Free tickets distributed 15 minutes prior to program.
Wonkavision
Grades 3 to 5 Wednesday, June 25
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Participate in famous TV game shows based on Roald Dahl’s books! Registration begins Monday, May 19.
Craft a Story with Sean Bryan
Ages 4 to 6 Thursday, June 26
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
How does a book get made? Darien picture book author Sean Bryan will discuss his latest children’s book, The Juggling Pug, to explain the creative process. Then he’ll craft an original story with the group! Registration begins Monday, May 19.
Groovy Gardeners
Ages 6 to 11 Wednesdays, July 2 to August 13
4:30 p.m.
Get your hands dirty; build a grand garden on the Library’s front lawn! All the gardeners are welcome to attend a dinner with food from the garden on Thursday, August 21 at 6:30 p.m. Register for two Wednesdays beginning Monday, June 23.
Something From Nothing
Grades 4 to 6 Thursday, July 10
4:30 p.m.
Art teacher Jody Tiedemann will guide students to create funky, fabulous artwork from everyday objects. Registration begins Monday, June 23.
Playtivity
Ages 5 and under Thursday, July 17
2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
The spirit of play combined with stories and music. This highly interactive experience offers children and adults choices of personal expression that expand creativity and cooperation. Choose to attend one performance. Free tickets distributed 15 minutes prior to program.
Letterboxing: Trek to Treasure
Ages 6 to 10 and caregiver Thursday, July 24
4:15 to 5:30 p.m.
The outdoor scavenger hunt craze comes indoors! Learn the basics and perform a whirlwind hunt throughout the Library. Registration begins Monday, June 23.
Beat the Heat Movies for Preschoolers
Ages 3 and up Thursday, July 31
10 to 10:45 a.m.
Watch the movies based on the picture book favorites Knuffle Bunny by Mo Willems and Big Brown Bear’s Up and Down Day by David McPhail. Caregivers are invited to attend or remain in the building. Free tickets distributed 15 minutes prior to program.
The Science Genie
Grades K to 5 Thursday, August 7
2 p.m.
The Children’s Museum of Connecticut will demonstrate lasers, combustion, and weird science — like electric pickles! Free tickets distributed 15 minutes prior to program.
A Visit from “Mother Goose”
Ages 2 to 7 Wednesday, August 13
10:30 a.m.
Internationally-known storyteller Lenka Pichlikova will lead a program for young children that transforms childhood favorites into “interactive fun” through the use of song, dance, drama, and mime. Free tickets distributed 15 minutes prior to program.
Big Truck and Car Day
All ages Wednesday, August 20
9 to 11 a.m.
Come to the Library and get up close to some favorite rescue and construction vehicles belonging to town organizations. The rain date is Thursday, August 21. Registration not required.
Summer Reading Club Finale Sunday, August 24 at 6 p.m.
An Evening with Author Debbie Dadey
For Summer Reading Club participants who have read 10 books! Refer to the back for event details.
Bookgroups
Creative Corner Ages 18 to 30 months and caregiver
Fridays, July 11 to August 8
9:30 to 10 a.m.
Toddler book group and sensory program explores nature, crafts, and books. Register for two Fridays beginning Monday, June 23.
BookMANIA! Ages 7 to 9
Thursdays, July 3, 17, 31, and August 14
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Share a story, and then enjoy activities or crafts. Snacks provided. Registration not required.
Nutmeg Book Group
Grades 4 to 6. Join us for a book discussion of the newest Nutmeg Book Award titles. Light dinner is provided. Register for each date. Registration for all dates begins Monday, May 19. - Thursday, Apr. 24 from 6 to 7 p.m. Title: The Homework Machine
- Tuesday, June 10 from 6 to 7 p.m. Title: Free Baseball by Sue Corbett
- Wednesday, July 2 from 6 to 7 p.m. Title: Three Good Deeds by Vivian Vande Velde
- Thursday, August 7 from 6 to 7 p.m. Title: Gossamer by Lois Lowry
Summer Reading
The 2008 Summer Reading Theme is ...Books: RENEWable Resources
Join Summer Reading
Monday, June 16 to Friday, August 22, 2008.
Read-to-Me Club for pre-readers
Join in the Children’s Room and receive a reading record to keep track of books. Receive prizes in the Children’s Room.
• 10 books = organic toy
• 15 books = board book
Summer Reading Club for independent readers in elementary school
Join at www.darienlibrary.org/children and log books online when books have been read or listened to as audio books. Participants will need a Library card. Receive prizes in the Children’s Room.
• 5 books = tote bag
• 10 books = Tree in a Box kit
Technology Classes
Technology classes usually occur in early winter and early fall. Stay tuned for new dates.
Library Detectives
Fall 2008 dates will be announced in summer 2008
Online Adventures
Fall 2008 dates will be annoucned in summer 2008
Parent Advantage: Online Workshop Fall 2008 dates will be annoucned in summer 2008
