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UPCOMING PROGRAMS
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OCTOBER PROGRAMS
Check out what the Ansonia Library has to offer in September! Click on the program to register!
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October
2024
StoryTime for The Bigs
Storytime for children 2-5 and their caregivers featuring music and movement, books, songs, and Stay and Play- which is an opportunity to explore sensory activities and socialization.
Tuesday
October 1st 9:30-10:30am
3
October
2024
Pirate Party
Dust off your best pirate voice, grab your eyepatch, and set sail on an adventure! We will learn pirate skills along the way including creating pirate flags, learning how to navigate with a compass, & uncovering buried treasure!!
Thursday
October 3rd: 6:00-7:00pm
7
October
2024
StoryTime for the Littles
Storytime for children 0-24 months and their caregivers featuring music and movement, books, songs, and Stay and Play- which is an opportunity to explore sensory activities and socialization.
Monday
October 7th: 9:30-10:30am
8
October
2024
StoryTime for The Bigs
Storytime for children 0-24 months and their caregivers featuring music and movement, books, songs, and Stay and Play- which is an opportunity to explore sensory activities and socialization.
Tuesday
October 8th 9:30-10:30am
9
October
2024
Yoga For The Littles
This caregiver & child yoga class is for ages 5 and under and is filled with stretches, easy positions, story poses, and music. Bring your yoga mat and a water bottle, and register for both sessions or just one- whatever works best for you! No experience is needed!.
Wednesday
October 9th & 23rd
10:00am
9
October
2024
Polymer Clay Art:
Pumpkin Doors
Kids aged 9-12, get ready for a spooktacular adventure! You'll get to design, jazz up, and carve your very own pumpkin doors to take home. Unleash your imagination and let your creativity shine brighter than a jack-o'-lantern on Halloween night!
Wednesday
October 9th: 5:00-7:30pm
10
October
2024
Ghost Hunter
The Ansonia Library is experiencing a little ghost problem, and we need your help to tackle it! Join us for an evening filled with paranormal fun as we work together to cleanse the library of these playful specters. The best part? Once we uncover the ghost, you’ll have the chance to take him home! Adopt-a-Ghost! Come ready for an adventure filled with laughter, mystery, and a little bit of spookiness! Register for a time slot.
(ages 6-13)
Thursday
October 10th: 5:00-6:30pm
15
October
2024
StoryTime For The Bigs
Storytime for children 0-24 months and their caregivers featuring music and movement, books, songs, and Stay and Play- which is an opportunity to explore sensory activities and socialization.
Tuesday
October 15th 9:30-10:30am
16
October
2024
Julie the Reading Dog
Register for a time to read to Julie, a purebred listener, who loves to sit and cuddle while children read to her. Reading aloud in a relaxed environment is a confidence booster for all readers!
Wednesday
October 16th Starting @ 5:30pm
17
October
2024
Halloween Drama Workshop
(ages 9-12)
Do you have a flair for the dramatic, or are you just dipping your toes into the acting pool? Either way, this class is your ticket to stardom! Children aged 9-12 years will join our pro director, Ingrid Schaffer, and conjure up characters and set the stage for some spine-tingling scenes. All you need is a wild imagination and a thirst for adventure! Don’t let this chance slip away—get ready for a ghoulish good time and heaps of hilarious haunts!
Thursday
October 17th 5:30-6:30pm
21
October
2024
StoryTime for the Littles
Storytime for children 0-24 months and their caregivers featuring music and movement, books, songs, and Stay and Play- which is an opportunity to explore sensory activities and socialization.
Monday
October 21st 9:30-10:30am
22
October
2024
StoryTime For The Bigs
Storytime for children 0-24 months and their caregivers featuring music and movement, books, songs, and Stay and Play- which is an opportunity to explore sensory activities and socialization.
Tuesday
October 22nd 9:30-10:30am
24
October
2024
Lego Club
(all ages)
Calling all Master Builders: Ages 4-99 are Invited to join us for our monthly LEGO challenge! We supply the LEGOS, you supply the imagination.
Thursday
October 24th 5:00pm
28
October
2024
StoryTime for The Littles
Storytime for children 0-24 months and their caregivers featuring music and movement, books, songs, and Stay and Play- which is an opportunity to explore sensory activities and socialization.
Monday
October 28th 9:30-10:30am
29
October
2024
StoryTime For The Bigs
Storytime for children 0-24 months and their caregivers featuring music and movement, books, songs, and Stay and Play- which is an opportunity to explore sensory activities and socialization.
Tuesday
October 29th 9:30-10:30am
4
November
2024
StoryTime For Bigs
Last class of the session, but we will return after the holidays! Our StoryTimes include music and movement, singing and fingerplays, and books followed by the option to "Stay and Play" which includes sensory, art, imaginative play, fine motor, and socialization activities.
Monday
November 9:30-10:30am
5
November
2024
StoryTime For Littles
Last class of the session, but we will return after the holidays! Our StoryTimes include music and movement, singing and fingerplays, and books followed by the option to "Stay and Play" which includes sensory, art, imaginative play, fine motor, and socialization activities.
Tuesday
November 5th 9:30-10:30am
7
November
2024
Paint Your Pet
(ages 8-12)
Bring a 5x7 photo of your beloved pet to this wonderfully delightful watercolor portrait workshop! No pet? No problem—Ms. Jen has a fabulous collection of pet pictures for you to select from. You'll craft a stunning masterpiece perfect for your wall, and the best part? All materials are provided, except for your photo! Grownups are welcome to use other areas of the library while the children paint.
Thursday
November 7th 5:00-7:00PM
14
November
2024
The cARTie Bus
(all ages)
Kids of all ages are in for a treat as they unleash their inner Picassos on the bus, with the fabulous cARTie educators leading the way! And guess what? They'll get to take their artistic treasures home!
Thursday
November 14th 5:00-6:00PM
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November
2024
Julie the Reading Dog
(all ages)
Snag a spot to read to Julie, the ultimate cuddle buddy and purebred listener! She’s all ears and snuggles when kids read her stories. Reading aloud in this cozy zone will have all young bookworms feeling like rockstars!
Tuesday
November 19th Starts @ 5:30PM
21
November
2024
LEGO Club
(all ages)
Attention all Master Builders, young and young-at-heart! Whether you're 4 or 99, it's time to unleash your creativity at our monthly LEGO challenge! We bring the bricks, you bring the wild imagination—let the building bonanza begin!
Thursday
November 21st 5:00-6:00PM
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