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June 30, 2006
Book-a-Film: The Chronicles of Narnia
Come to our film and book discussion of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe! Read the book beforehand and compare it to the movie. Clips of the movie will be viewed at the book discussion, and there will be snacks!
Call 655-1234 x117 to register.
Details
Wednesday, July 26th from 4 to 5 p.m.
Grades 4 to 7
Posted by joan at 03:21 PM
Sounds of Africa: Rhythm, Dance, and Drumming
Enjoy an interactive, rhythmic experience that includes drumming demonstrations, history of African instruments, and energetic dance.
Free tickets distributed 15 minutes prior to program.
Details
Wednesday, July 19 at 4:30 p.m.
Ages 5 and up
Posted by joan at 03:10 PM
Wildman Steve Brill
Take a field walk through Holly Pond and discover local plants and wildlife with Naturalist Steve Brill. The Library will provide water and plastic bags for plants. Parents are encouraged to attend.
Please call 655-1234 x117 to register.
Details
Thursday, July 13th at 11 a.m.
Rain or shine!
Meet at the Darien Library
Ages 6 and up
Posted by joan at 12:12 PM
June 29, 2006
BookMANIA is back!
BookMANIA is offered for children ages 7 to 9 who love a good story. We'll share a story together, then do activities, games, and even eat snacks around the theme of the book!
Come and ENJOY the fun!
This summer, BookMANIA will meet Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. starting on June 29.
No registration required.
Posted by joan at 02:39 PM
June 28, 2006
Book-a-Film Bookgroup - Muggles Welcome
Join us for movie clips and discussion of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire on Wednesday, July 5 from 4 to 5 p.m. Grades 4 to 7 are welcome. Please call 655-1234 x117 to register.
Posted by joan at 11:38 AM
June 23, 2006
Summer Storytimes
Storytimes are back starting next week! Summer storytimes go from June 27th to August 9th. Storytimes are 30 minutes in length, and no registration is required.
Storytimes are for children birth to 6 years.
- Giggles and Rhymes for prewalking babies and a caregiver. Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.
- Born to Read for walkers up to 24 months and a caregiver. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Side by Side for children age 2 with a caregiver. Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.
- Totally Preschool for ages 3 and 4. Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Bookworms for ages 5 and 6. Tuesdays at 4:15 p.m.
- Sleepytime Stories for ages 3 to 5. Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Hope to see you there!
Posted by joan at 03:44 PM
June 19, 2006
Calling All Nutmeggers
Join us on Wednesday, July 12th from 6 - 7 p.m. for a discussion of Nutmeg Nominee Becoming Naomi Leon by Pam Munoz Ryan. Light dinner will be provided. Please read the book before the discussion.
Book description: Naomi and her brother are being raised by their great-grandmother in a trailer park. When her mother reappears after a seven year absence, Naomi struggles to keep her family together and discover her Mexican heritage.
Register at 655-1234 x117.
More information about the Nutmeg Book Group can be found on the Children's website.
Posted by joan at 04:58 PM
Time to dance!
Music for the Young at Heart comes to the Library on Thursday, July 6th at 11 a.m. for ages 2-6.
Playing guitar and banjo, Robin Greenstein creates a get-involved show for young audiences. Her show features rousing folk and pop lyrics, and sharing rhythm instrument participation. Free tickets distributed 15 minutes prior to performance.
More information can be found on the Children's website.
Posted by joan at 02:20 PM
Sleepytime Stories
Sleepytime Storytime is back for the summer! Join us Tuesdays in July beginning July 11 from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Sleepytime is for ages 3 to 5. We'll share stories, flannelboards, games, songs and poems. Don't forget your pajamas! There is no registration required for this program. More information can be found on the Children's website.
Posted by Caitlin at 12:33 PM
June 13, 2006
Summer Reading
Summer Reading is upon us! Here's what I know:
Middlesex Summer Reading can be found online here. The list is very different from last year and the general idea is to read 3 from the list, and then follow the directions on the Middlesex website. More questions? Ask your teacher.
Darien Public Elementary Reading can be found at:
Grades K-1
Grades 2-3
Grades 4-5
There is also a cover letter and further tips, which may be available on your school's website. All titles are available at the Library, and NUTMEG BOOKS also may be read.
Darien High School summer reading may be found online here.
New Canaan Country Day is online here.
Pear Tree Point School Lists are not online, but they are available at the Library.
Stamford Public Schools reading is online here.
Have fun summer reading!
Posted by Caitlin at 06:41 PM