Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Storytime With Miss Laura
Tuesdays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
10:00 AM Posted Recording. For ages birth-8
Watch Miss Laura read stories and sing songs and join along at your own leisure.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Craft Time
Wednesdays, December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
3:30 PM Posted Recording. For Ages 3+
Follow Miss Laura as she guides you through making a craft using household items.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Friday 5 Finger Rhymes
Fridays, December 4, 11 & 18.
10:00 AM Posted Recording. For Ages birth-5
Watch Miss Alessandra recite finger and lap rhymes you can learn and do at home with your little ones.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Friday Firsts
Friday, December 4, 11 & 18. 4:00 PM Facebook LIVE.
For Ages 10+
Listen to the first chapter of a new Junior Fiction or Young Adult Fiction book on our Facebook LIVE. If you like it, you can place a hold and pick it up at the library.
Ring in 2021 with a basket full of New Year's cheer with a literary flair!
Entering is easy! Complete the Virtual Literary Scavenger Hunt here or pick up a paper form at the Library starting December 7. Submit your answers before December 23 for a chance to win the New Year's Cheer gift basket. Questions can be answered with books you borrow from the Library or from books in your personal collection.
Must be 21 or older to enter!
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Join one of our January Book C.H.A.T.s
These are not ordinary book chats. When you register for a Book C.H.A.T. you will be able to pick up a box of items that is full of Crafts, Handfuls of munchies, Art, and Texts around a theme. What does this mean?
In your box you will have a copy of the book discussion book, crafts that go along with the book, handfuls of candy or snacks that go along with the book, art/decor that go along with the book and another book hand-selected for you around that month's theme. You get to KEEP everything (even the books!).
Our December/January Book C.H.A.T. Box theme is Winter. We then ask that you read the book discussion book (all that sign up will have 1 book that is the same) and join us via Zoom in January for a short discussion about the book. Tell us what you loved, what you hated, would you recommend it and even share if you read your other book selection from your box or another favorite you've read around that month's theme. This month all of our book chat discussions have also had movies made out of the books. Did you see the movie?
Please only register for a Book C.H.A.T. Box if you plan to attend the zoom interactive portion of this program (the book discussion).
Pick-up your Book C.H.A.T. Box for December/January during the weeks December 7-11 and December 14-18 during our open hours of 11am-4pm at the children's room. Register for your box by clicking the appropriate age group link below.
Links to register:
Grades 3-4: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Discussion- January 5 @ 4:00 PM.
Grades 5-6: The Golden Compass by Phillip PullmanDiscussion- January 12 @ 4:00 PM.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Food Explorers: Learn to Make Scones
Tuesday, December 7 @ 6:00 PM via Zoom. Grades K-6 and parents.
Join Katie, Registered Dietitian from Food Explorers to make Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Scones! Katie will take you through step-by-step guided instructions on how to make these scones from scratch and answer questions along the way.
You’ll need the following ingredients for this delicious treat: flour, baking powder, salt, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, powdered sugar, 1 egg, cinnamon, chocolate chips and optional: vanilla, pumpkin pie spice or allspice, ginger, nutmeg, cloves (any variation). A cheese grater is also recommended.
We will send you the zoom link the day of the program. Registration is required. Please register as a family and use one zoom account.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
To register send an email to westonlibraryphotoclub@gmail.com.
Storytime With Miss Laura
Tuesdays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
10:00 AM Posted Recording. For ages birth-8
Watch Miss Laura read stories and sing songs and join along at your own leisure.
Join one of our January Book C.H.A.T.s
These are not ordinary book chats. When you register for a Book C.H.A.T. you will be able to pick up a box of items that is full of Crafts, Handfuls of munchies, Art, and Texts around a theme. What does this mean?
In your box you will have a copy of the book discussion book, crafts that go along with the book, handfuls of candy or snacks that go along with the book, art/decor that go along with the book and another book hand-selected for you around that month's theme. You get to KEEP everything (even the books!).
Our December/January Book C.H.A.T. Box theme is Winter. We then ask that you read the book discussion book (all that sign up will have 1 book that is the same) and join us via Zoom in January for a short discussion about the book. Tell us what you loved, what you hated, would you recommend it and even share if you read your other book selection from your box or another favorite you've read around that month's theme. This month all of our book chat discussions have also had movies made out of the books. Did you see the movie?
Please only register for a Book C.H.A.T. Box if you plan to attend the zoom interactive portion of this program (the book discussion).
Pick-up your Book C.H.A.T. Box for December/January during the weeks December 7-11 and December 14-18 during our open hours of 11am-4pm at the children's room. Register for your box by clicking the appropriate age group link below.
Links to register:
Grades 3-4: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Discussion- January 5 @ 4:00 PM.
Grades 5-6: The Golden Compass by Phillip PullmanDiscussion- January 12 @ 4:00 PM.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Teen Scene: Peppermint Sugar Scrubs
Tuesdays, December 8 @ 4:00 PM via ZOOM.
Register to get a peppermint sugar scrub kit to make for yourself of a loved one this holiday season. Then join us on our Zoom event to be guided step-by-step on how to make the sugar scrub using your materials provided. Please only register for a kit if you plan to attend the Zoom interactive portion of this event. 1 Kit per person.
Event will take place December 8 @ 4:00 PM. You will receive your zoom link at noon the day of the program. Please pick up your kit the week of November 30-December 4 at the children's room during our open hours of 11am-4pm. Wait outside the room and we will get your kit for you.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Alphabet Soup: Stories and Learning
Wednesdays, December 9, 16, 23 & 30. For ages 3-6.
*Registration required for material pick-up. Must register on 12/9 date to get materials.
Join Miss Alessandra on Facebook LIVE for themed stories, songs and activities. Pick up this months folder with book titles, song lyrics, and activity sheets the week of November 30-December 4.
Join one of our January Book C.H.A.T.s
These are not ordinary book chats. When you register for a Book C.H.A.T. you will be able to pick up a box of items that is full of Crafts, Handfuls of munchies, Art, and Texts around a theme. What does this mean?
In your box you will have a copy of the book discussion book, crafts that go along with the book, handfuls of candy or snacks that go along with the book, art/decor that go along with the book and another book hand-selected for you around that month's theme. You get to KEEP everything (even the books!).
Our December/January Book C.H.A.T. Box theme is Winter. We then ask that you read the book discussion book (all that sign up will have 1 book that is the same) and join us via Zoom in January for a short discussion about the book. Tell us what you loved, what you hated, would you recommend it and even share if you read your other book selection from your box or another favorite you've read around that month's theme. This month all of our book chat discussions have also had movies made out of the books. Did you see the movie?
Please only register for a Book C.H.A.T. Box if you plan to attend the zoom interactive portion of this program (the book discussion).
Pick-up your Book C.H.A.T. Box for December/January during the weeks December 7-11 and December 14-18 during our open hours of 11am-4pm at the children's room. Register for your box by clicking the appropriate age group link below.
Links to register:
Grades 3-4: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Discussion- January 5 @ 4:00 PM.
Grades 5-6: The Golden Compass by Phillip PullmanDiscussion- January 12 @ 4:00 PM.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Craft Time
Wednesdays, December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
3:30 PM Posted Recording. For Ages 3+
Follow Miss Laura as she guides you through making a craft using household items.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Toddler Tinkergarten
Thursdays, December 10 & 17. 10:00 AM Facebook LIVE
For ages 2-4. *Registration required for material pick-up. Must register on 12/10 date to get materials.
Join Miss Alessandra on Facebook LIVE for a themed book, song and building activity. Pick up this month's Tinker materials and activity sheet the week of November 30-December 4.
Join one of our January Book C.H.A.T.s
These are not ordinary book chats. When you register for a Book C.H.A.T. you will be able to pick up a box of items that is full of Crafts, Handfuls of munchies, Art, and Texts around a theme. What does this mean?
In your box you will have a copy of the book discussion book, crafts that go along with the book, handfuls of candy or snacks that go along with the book, art/decor that go along with the book and another book hand-selected for you around that month's theme. You get to KEEP everything (even the books!).
Our December/January Book C.H.A.T. Box theme is Winter. We then ask that you read the book discussion book (all that sign up will have 1 book that is the same) and join us via Zoom in January for a short discussion about the book. Tell us what you loved, what you hated, would you recommend it and even share if you read your other book selection from your box or another favorite you've read around that month's theme. This month all of our book chat discussions have also had movies made out of the books. Did you see the movie?
Please only register for a Book C.H.A.T. Box if you plan to attend the zoom interactive portion of this program (the book discussion).
Pick-up your Book C.H.A.T. Box for December/January during the weeks December 7-11 and December 14-18 during our open hours of 11am-4pm at the children's room. Register for your box by clicking the appropriate age group link below.
Links to register:
Grades 3-4: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Discussion- January 5 @ 4:00 PM.
Grades 5-6: The Golden Compass by Phillip PullmanDiscussion- January 12 @ 4:00 PM.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Winter Stem: Snowball Catapult
Thursday, December 10 @ 4:00 PM.
Those in grades K-6 can register to get a Snowball Catapult STEM kit. We ask that you then join us on our zoom event on Thursday, December 10 @ 4:00 PM as we guide you through the step-by-step instructions on how to make the catapult and then test it out. Please only register for a kit if you plan to come to the zoom interactive portion of this program. Registration required. Pick-up of materials will be the week of November 30-December 4 and December 7-9 during our open hours of 11am-4pm at the children's room.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Friday 5 Finger Rhymes
Fridays, December 4, 11 & 18.
10:00 AM Posted Recording. For Ages birth-5
Watch Miss Alessandra recite finger and lap rhymes you can learn and do at home with your little ones.
The discussion will be led by Norwalk Community College and UConn Professor, Sharon Sobel. A writer for most of her life, Sharon is the author of several novels, short stories, and works of fiction. She earned her PhD in English Language and Literature from Brandeis University and is currently a professor of English at Norwalk Community College in Connecticut. Please register and we will send you the Zoom link. If you would like to reserve a copy of the book, please email kbennett@westonct.gov.
Join one of our January Book C.H.A.T.s
These are not ordinary book chats. When you register for a Book C.H.A.T. you will be able to pick up a box of items that is full of Crafts, Handfuls of munchies, Art, and Texts around a theme. What does this mean?
In your box you will have a copy of the book discussion book, crafts that go along with the book, handfuls of candy or snacks that go along with the book, art/decor that go along with the book and another book hand-selected for you around that month's theme. You get to KEEP everything (even the books!).
Our December/January Book C.H.A.T. Box theme is Winter. We then ask that you read the book discussion book (all that sign up will have 1 book that is the same) and join us via Zoom in January for a short discussion about the book. Tell us what you loved, what you hated, would you recommend it and even share if you read your other book selection from your box or another favorite you've read around that month's theme. This month all of our book chat discussions have also had movies made out of the books. Did you see the movie?
Please only register for a Book C.H.A.T. Box if you plan to attend the zoom interactive portion of this program (the book discussion).
Pick-up your Book C.H.A.T. Box for December/January during the weeks December 7-11 and December 14-18 during our open hours of 11am-4pm at the children's room. Register for your box by clicking the appropriate age group link below.
Links to register:
Grades 3-4: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Discussion- January 5 @ 4:00 PM.
Grades 5-6: The Golden Compass by Phillip PullmanDiscussion- January 12 @ 4:00 PM.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Friday Firsts
Friday, December 4, 11 & 18. 4:00 PM Facebook LIVE.
For Ages 10+
Listen to the first chapter of a new Junior Fiction or Young Adult Fiction book on our Facebook LIVE. If you like it, you can place a hold and pick it up at the library.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Food Explorers: Learn to Make Homemade Pasta
Tuesday, December 14 @ 6:00 PM via Zoom. Grades 5-12 and parents.
Join Katie, Registered Dietitian from Food Explorers to make homemade pasta for your family! You’ll learn how to mix, knead, roll and cut your own fettuccine without needing a pasta machine! Using just a rolling pin and some muscles, you’ll have perfect pasta in no time. Katie will lead you through step-by-step instructions and answer questions along the way.
You will need the following ingredients for this recipe: 2 eggs, AP flour, olive oil, salt and your choice of sauce and side.
We will send you the zoom link the day of the program. Registration is required. Please register as a family and use one zoom account.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Storytime With Miss Laura
Tuesdays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
10:00 AM Posted Recording. For ages birth-8
Watch Miss Laura read stories and sing songs and join along at your own leisure.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Kid Realm: Foam Gingerbread House
Tuesday, December 15 @ 4:00 PM via Zoom
In this Kid Realm program, children in grades K-6 can register to get a foam gingerbread house kit to make at home. We then ask that you join us on our zoom event to share your ginger bread house with us and explain its special story. Please only register to get a kit if you plan to attend the zoom session for our interactive portion of this program. Registration is required. 1 KIT per family.
Zoom Links will be sent out at Noon on the day of the event, Tuesday, December 15. The event will take place at 4:00 PM. Pick-up of materials will be December 7-11 at the children's room of the library during our open hours of 11am-4pm. Please wait outside the room and give your family name so we can grab your kit for you.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Alphabet Soup: Stories and Learning
Wednesdays, December 9, 16, 23 & 30. For ages 3-6.
*Registration required for material pick-up. Must register on 12/9 date to get materials.
Join Miss Alessandra on Facebook LIVE for themed stories, songs and activities. Pick up this months folder with book titles, song lyrics, and activity sheets the week of November 30-December 4.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Craft Time
Wednesdays, December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
3:30 PM Posted Recording. For Ages 3+
Follow Miss Laura as she guides you through making a craft using household items.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Toddler Tinkergarten
Thursdays, December 10 & 17. 10:00 AM Facebook LIVE
For ages 2-4. *Registration required for material pick-up. Must register on 12/10 date to get materials.
Join Miss Alessandra on Facebook LIVE for a themed book, song and building activity. Pick up this month's Tinker materials and activity sheet the week of November 30-December 4.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Winter Stem: Snowflake Loom
Thursday, December 17 @ 4:00 PM.
Those in grades K-6 can register to get a Snowflake Loom STEM kit. We ask that you then join us on our zoom event on Thursday, December 17 @ 4:00 PM as we guide you through the step-by-step instructions on how to make the loom Please only register for a kit if you plan to come to the zoom interactive portion of this program. Registration required. Pick-up of materials will be the week of December 7-11 and December 14-16 during our open hours of 11am-4pm at the children's room.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Friday 5 Finger Rhymes
Fridays, December 4, 11 & 18.
10:00 AM Posted Recording. For Ages birth-5
Watch Miss Alessandra recite finger and lap rhymes you can learn and do at home with your little ones.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Friday Firsts
Friday, December 4, 11 & 18. 4:00 PM Facebook LIVE.
For Ages 10+
Listen to the first chapter of a new Junior Fiction or Young Adult Fiction book on our Facebook LIVE. If you like it, you can place a hold and pick it up at the library.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Monday, December 21 @ 10:00 AM on Facebook LIVE.
Join Miss Alessandra on the library's facebook page for a special Winter storytime where she will read stories and sing songs for the start of Winter! For all ages.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Cookie Decorating
Monday, December 21 @ 4:00 PM via Zoom. Registration required per family.
Register for our cookie decorating progrram. Join us on Zoom on December 21 to get instructions on how to decorate pre-made holiday/winter themed cookies. The best part? We provide everythign you need (but the oven and pans). Families that register will be able to pick up a cookie decorating kit that will include 5 cookie cutter shapes (all made by our 3D printer), a roll of cookie dough, frosting and food coloring. Miss Alessandra will instruct you on how to make frosting colors, how to use zip-locks as piping bags and how to decorate your cookies. All you have to do is bake them before the program and make sure they have had time to cool.
Please only register for a kit if you plan to attend our interactive zoom portion of this program. Limit of 1 kit per family. Pickup of kits is the week of December 14-18 during our open hours of 11am-4pm at the children's room. Let us know your name when you get here and we will get you your pre-made kit and refrigerated cookie dough.
This presentation is designed to let you experience the holiday season even if you can’t be there in person. You will view the famed Christmas store windows and the beautiful holiday markets that dot the City. Find out about the history of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and the secrets of the famed Rockettes. Hear the stories about who really wrote “The Night Before Christmas”, surprising things about Santa’s reindeer, and who the “real” Scrooge was. You will also learn how Hanukkah and Kwanzaa are celebrated in the City. Finally, we will travel to the outer boroughs to see some of the most beautiful holiday lights displays in the country including the famed neighborhood of Dyker Heights and two private homes that won the national competition for, “the Most Decorated House in America”. All of this will be presented with anecdotes, holiday music and video clips of some of the most memorable holiday movies.
Co-Sponsored with Weston Senior Activities Center. Register for Zoom information.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Storytime With Miss Laura
Tuesdays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
10:00 AM Posted Recording. For ages birth-8
Watch Miss Laura read stories and sing songs and join along at your own leisure.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Teen Scene: Candy Sushi
Tuesday, December 22 @ 4:00 PM via Zoom
In this Teen Scene program, those in grades 7-12 can register to get a a candy sushi kit to make at home. We then ask that you join us on our zoom event as we guide you through step-by-step instructions on how to make your candy sushi.. Please only register to get a kit if you plan to attend the zoom session for our interactive portion of this program. Registration is required. 1 Kit per teen.
Zoom Links will be sent out at Noon on the day of the event, Tuesday, December 22. The event will take place at 4:00 PM. Pick-up of materials will be December 14-18 at the children's room of the library during our open hours of 11am-4pm. Please wait outside the room and give your family name so we can grab your kit for you.
Ring in 2021 with a basket full of New Year's cheer with a literary flair!
Entering is easy! Complete the Virtual Literary Scavenger Hunt here or pick up a paper form at the Library starting December 7. Submit your answers before December 23 for a chance to win the New Year's Cheer gift basket. Questions can be answered with books you borrow from the Library or from books in your personal collection.
Must be 21 or older to enter!
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Alphabet Soup: Stories and Learning
Wednesdays, December 9, 16, 23 & 30. For ages 3-6.
*Registration required for material pick-up. Must register on 12/9 date to get materials.
Join Miss Alessandra on Facebook LIVE for themed stories, songs and activities. Pick up this months folder with book titles, song lyrics, and activity sheets the week of November 30-December 4.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Craft Time
Wednesdays, December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
3:30 PM Posted Recording. For Ages 3+
Follow Miss Laura as she guides you through making a craft using household items.
Families and Teens can request a Winter Wonderland Bucket for pickup December 1-31 using the google form link below. Once your request has been received, please wait until you get an e-mail from Miss Alessandra letting you know that your Bucket has been created.
Each bucket comes with: a popcorn bucket, 2 microwavable popcorn bags, 2 Instant Hot Chocolate Bags, themed candy pieces (ie. candy canes), and choice of 1 book per child/teen and 2 movies total (regardless of how many people are in the family).
Please use the form below to give us information to curate your perfect Winter Wonderland Bucket. 1 Family OR 1 Teen Bucket per household. Request submissions will begin 11/23 and end 12/28.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Mug Crafts & Mug Cakes
Monday, December 28 @ 4:00 PM via Zoom. Grades 5-12. Registration required.
Register to get a ceramic mug and markers that you will be able to decorate. You will also get mug cake ingredients to make a mug cake after your mug is finished. Then join us on Zoom for a showing of your mug (you can enjoy your cake with us or later). Please only register to get a Mug Craft & Mug Cakes kit if you plan to join the interactive Zoom portion of the program.
Pickup of materials will be December 14-18 and December 21-23 during our open hours of 11am-4pm at the children's room. Please give us your name and we will get your kit. 1 kit per person.
Storytime With Miss Laura
Tuesdays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
10:00 AM Posted Recording. For ages birth-8
Watch Miss Laura read stories and sing songs and join along at your own leisure.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Kid Realm: Candy Sushi
Tuesday, December 29 @ 4:00 PM via Zoom.
In this Kid Realm program, children in grades K-6 can register to get a a candy sushi kit to make at home. We then ask that you join us on our zoom event as we guide you through step-by-step instructions on how to make your candy sushi.. Please only register to get a kit if you plan to attend the zoom session for our interactive portion of this program. Registration is required. 1 Kit per child.
Zoom Links will be sent out at Noon on the day of the event, Tuesday, December 29. The event will take place at 4:00 PM. Pick-up of materials will be December 14-18 and December 21-23 at the children's room of the library during our open hours of 11am-4pm. Please wait outside the room and give your family name so we can grab your kit for you.
Alphabet Soup: Stories and Learning
Wednesdays, December 9, 16, 23 & 30. For ages 3-6.
*Registration required for material pick-up. Must register on 12/9 date to get materials.
Join Miss Alessandra on Facebook LIVE for themed stories, songs and activities. Pick up this months folder with book titles, song lyrics, and activity sheets the week of November 30-December 4.
Grab a craft-to-go bag at the entrance to the children's room. Each craft is labeled on the outside with the name and has directions if more than a simple coloring craft. For all ages. Different crafts each day we are opened Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.
Craft Time
Wednesdays, December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
3:30 PM Posted Recording. For Ages 3+
Follow Miss Laura as she guides you through making a craft using household items.
Join us for a virtual Noon Year's Eve Party! Ages birth-12. We will do crafts, enjoy snacks, have music, play games, and do a countdown to NOON YEAR'S EVE! Families can request a Noon Year's Eve Party Pack to be used for our Noon Year's Eve Party on Zoom that will take place Thursday, December 31 from 11:00 AM-12:15 PM. Packs must be picked up December 21-30 during the time the library is open to the general public 11am-4pm Monday-Saturday (we are closed Dec. 24 & 25). Limited Space. Only fill this form out if you intend to partake in the zoom event and will be able to pick up your party pack. Please note: We will not provide party packs to those not attending the zoom event. 1 submission per family. Please register here directly for the zoom event and REQUEST PARTY PACK HERE.
Each Party Pack contains:
-Crafts (5 per child- these will be opened at different times during the party)
-New Year's Eve non-edible treats (2 per child)
-8 Balloons (parents must blow them up)
-Candy (optional)
-Treat bag per child (cookies, crackers or chips-all individually packed)
-Time Capsule form and box per child
We will be discussing The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. Those that signed up for our Book C.H.A.T. Box and those that have read this book and are in grades 3-4 are invited to join us for this book discussion.
Tuesday, January 5 @ 4:00 PM via Zoom.
By registering here, you are not registering for a Book C.H.A.T. Box and are only registering for the discussion. To register for a Book C.H.A.T. Box for this month you must have registered in December. Find out more information HERE.
We will be discussing The Golden Compass by Phillip Pullman Those that signed up for our Book C.H.A.T. Box and those that have read this book and are in grades 5-6 are invited to join us for this book discussion.
Tuesday, January 12 @ 4:00 PM via Zoom.
By registering here, you are not registering for a Book C.H.A.T. Box and are only registering for the discussion. To register for a Book C.H.A.T. Box for this month you must have registered in December. Find out more information HERE.
We will be discussing Let It Snow by John Green, Maureen Johnson and Lauren Myracle. Those that signed up for our Book C.H.A.T. Box and those that have read this book and are in grades 7-12 are invited to join us for this book discussion.
Tuesday, January 18 @ 4:00 PM via Zoom.
By registering here, you are not registering for a Book C.H.A.T. Box and are only registering for the discussion. To register for a Book C.H.A.T. Box for this month you must have registered in December. Find out more information HERE.
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