Collection on Display |
Izaiah Santiago’s Hess Collection |
NOW SHOWING!
(on flat screen located @ the Children’s information desk) |
Pictures from previous summer reading programs |
Themed displays:
include booklists,
coloring or activity sheets
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Dig Into Reading! Dig up some gems to read at the library! Classics, staff favorites, award winners and many more await your discovery!
Father’s Day: Celebrate dads, grandfathers, uncles and other special grown-ups with some great reads.
Read Alongs: Picturebook with audio CD kits to help your child read along while listening to the story.
Super Heroes: Check out books about Batman, Spider-man, and many more.
Princess Tales: Enchanting tales about princesses and royalty! |
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Word of the Month |
Cacodoxy
Define the word and where it originated. All work must be completed in the library using library materials – no computers. If your answer is correct, you will be entered into a drawing to win a free large, plain pizza from Village Pizza.
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Saturday
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10:30am: CELEBRATE SUPER HEROES
Dress up as your favorite superhero and join us for stories, songs and activities.
All ages, no registration required. |
2013 Summer Reading Program: DIG INTO READING! |
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Registration begins for the 2013 Summer Reading Program: DIG INTO READING! |
Read during the summer and receive prizes! Register in person OR register and record your reading online! See flyer for more information.
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Special Summer Programs |
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6:30pm: SUMMER READING PROGRAM KICKOFF:
FAMILY CONCERT WITH STEVE ROSLONEK OF STEVESONGS
Outdoor lawn concert @ the Community Center (near the basketball court). In the event of rain, the concert will be held at the Silas Deane Middle School and tickets will be required.
Registration for residents begins Monday, June 3, 2013
Registration for non-residents begins Friday, June 14, 2013
*To register you must be signed up for the 2013 Summer Reading Program* |
See flyer for additional information. |
Weekly Summer Events |
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6:30pm: READY, SET… READ, MATH, SCIENCE: 4-6 year olds |
Specially designed activities that make reading, math, or science come alive (topics alternate each week). Registration is required and begins June 3rd for residents and June 14th for non-residents.
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10:30am-11:30am: BOOKWORM BABIES: Birth-24 months |
Sensory play with a story and song at 11:00am. (no registration required) |
| June 26, 2013 |
10:30am: I DIG… STORYTIME: I Dig Dinosaurs: 2-5 year olds |
Stories, songs and lots of fun! (no registration required) |
| June 27, 2013 |
10:00am-8:00pm: DIGGING FUN: I Dig Squishy, Squashy Stuff!: All ages
Drop-in anytime to complete squishy squashy crafts/activities. |
(no registration required) |
Collection on Display |
Cheryl Gleason’s Beanie Boo’s Collection |
NOW SHOWING!
(on flat screen located @ the Children’s information desk) |
Pictures from the 2013 Summer Reading Program Kickoff |
Themed displays:
include booklists,
coloring or activity sheets
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Dig Into Reading! Dig up some gems to read at the library! Classics, staff favorites, award winners and many more await your discovery!
Take Me Ridin’ in the Car, Car!: Fantastic audio book and Playaway View recommendations to take with you on your summer family road trips.
Read Alongs: Picturebook with audio CD kits to help your child read along while listening to the story.
Super Heroes: Check out books about Batman, Spider-man, and many more.
Princess Tales: Enchanting tales about princesses and royalty! |
Word of the Month |
Logopedics
Define the word and where it originated. All work must be completed in the library using library materials – no computers. If your answer is correct, you will be entered into a drawing to win a free large, plain pizza from Village Pizza. |
2013 Summer Reading Program: DIG INTO READING! |
June 24th - August 25th
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Read during the summer and receive prizes! Register in person
OR register and record your reading online at http://ct.evanced.info/wethersfieldlibrary/sr/homepage.asp |
See flyer for more information. |
Special Summer Programs |
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10:30am: COMPOST STEW: ages 5-8 |
“Get your hands dirty exploring soil and making Seed Bombs for your garden. Learn all about compost and soil!” Registration is required and begins Monday, June 3rd for residents and Monday, July 1st for non-residents. |
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5:00pm: “READING ROCKS” MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S READ & ROCK |
A reading celebration for Wethersfield school students and their families! Arrive @ 5pm; flash mom/videotaping begins promptly @ 5:30pm; Picnic supper and book swap to follow. Please leave your picnic supper and books to swap in your car until videotaping is complete. 2nd graders (entering 3rd grade) please come dressed as your favorite book character. See flyer for more information. |
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2:00pm: JESTER JIM: all ages |
“With nothing more than a trunk full of props, Jester Jim will have you cracking up in your seat. Juggling, balancing, and beatboxing, this show is packed with fun and excitement.” Registration is required and begins Monday, June 3rd for residents and Monday, July 1st for non-residents. |
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3:30pm: FOREST OF THE SHORT TAIL SHREW: ages 7-12
“Help illustrate the story of the Short Tail Shrew and learn the role of the organisms Short Tail Shrew finds, as they go through and under their underground homes.” |
Registration is required and begins Monday, June 3rd for residents and Monday, July 1st for non-residents. |
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10:30am: READ TO A DOG: school-age |
Read to a dog from “Tales of Joy”. Register for 10 minutes of reading time! Registration is required and begins Monday, June 3rd for residents and Monday, July 1st for non-residents. |
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3:30pm: WRITING WORKSHOP WITH KIMBERLY NEWTON FUSCO: entering grades 4th – 7th |
The author of The Wonder of Charlie Anne will present a writing workshop on inspiration and the creative process. Please bring a notebook and pen/pencil. Registration is required and begins Monday, June 3rd for residents and Monday, July 1st for non-residents. |
Weekly Summer Events |
Monday
July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th |
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6:30pm: READY, SET… READ, MATH, SCIENCE: 4-6 year olds
Specially designed activities that make reading, math, or science come alive (topics alternate each week). Registration is required and begins Monday, June 3rd for residents and Friday, June 14th for non-residents.
- July 1st: Ready, Set, Read
- July 8th: Ready, Set, Math
- July 15th: Ready, Set, Science
- July 22nd: Ready, Set, Read
- July 29th: Ready, Set, Math
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July 2 nd, 9 th, 16 th, 23 rd & 30 th
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10:30am-11:30am: BOOKWORM BABIES: Birth-24 months |
Sensory play with a story and song at 11:00am. (no registration required) |
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6:30pm: Pizza & Pages: entering grades 4th – 6th
Nutmeg Award Book Discussion Series with a light supper. |
Planning Party! Learn about the 2014 Nominees and decide what we will discuss this year! Registration is required and begins Monday, June 3rd for residents and Friday, June 14th for non-residents. |
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7:00pm: Mother Daughter Book Club: entering grades 3rd – 5th
Discuss great books with other moms & daughters!
Title: Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies |
Registration is required and begins Monday, June 3rd for residents and Friday, June 14th for non-residents. |
July 3 rd, 10 th, 17 th, 24 th & 31 st
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10:30am: I DIG… STORYTIME: 2-5 year olds
Stories, songs and lots of fun! (no registration required)
- July 3rd: I Dig Big Machines
- July 10th: I Dig Buried Treasure
- July 17th: I Dig Getting Dirty
- July 24th: I Dig Up Trouble
- July 31st: I Dig in the Backyard
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10:00am-8:00pm: DIGGING FUN: All ages
Drop-in anytime to complete squishy squashy crafts/activities.
(no registration required)
- July 11th: I Dig Building
- July 18th: I Dig the Library
- July 25th: I Dig Pet Rocks
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