Bring your kids to the library for stories and other fun events! We are going to have so much fun and we look forward to seeing you all!
Children’s Story Times
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Winter Storytimes
January through second week of April
Tuesday’s @ 10am or Thursday’s @ 10am
Read one book, sing songs, and learn! At the end of each session there will be a craft, scarf play, yoga, bubbles, and more! Each session is different!
Please register so we can reach everyone in case of snow! Ages 0-5.
Homeschool storytimes
Every other Wednesday @ 2pm
January 14th + 28th (Cancelled for the month of January)
February 11th + 25th
March 11th + 25th
April 8th + 22nd
For ages 6-10.
One of our local homeschooling mom’s, Andrea Fitzpatrick, is providing a homeschooler storytime for homeschoolers in the area! All are welcome, of course, whether they are homeschooled or not!
Parents must attend with their kids.
No need to register.
“There are many little ways to enlarge your child’s world. Love of books is the best of all”. – Jaqueline Kennedy
Children’s Programs
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Upcoming Programs!
*To register for a program go to our Events Calendar and click on the event you wish to attend!*
February 1st – 28th – Valentine’s Coloring Contest
Welcome to our Valentine’s themed coloring contest! The coloring pages will be released here as pdfs, and as physical copies at the library beginning February 1st. Return by the 28th to compete in your age category for a prize!
Categories:
Ages 0-5
Ages 6-10
Ages 11-17
Adults
February 21st @ 11am + 12pm- Elsa Storytime (2 Sessions)
Come to the library and meet Elsa! Read some stories, sing a few songs, then do some crafts! Each family will get the change to meet Elsa, hug her, and take pictures with her, while everyone is working on their crafts.
Ages 0-8. Please register each child separately.
March 9th – 17th- O’Bookery Scavenger Hunt
Find O’Bookery the Leprechaun from March 9th – 17th in our children’s section. Tell the librarian where he is and receive your prize!
For all teens and kids.
March 21st @ 11am Learn About the Axolotl
This is a program for the whole family! Come see some real Axolotl’s and learn all about them in this incredible program!
Axolotl’s are not native to our area, but they have become very popular for their goofy appearance and are now a hallmark of the younger generations.
Please register. For all ages.
March 28th @ 11am Watercolor Painting
Is your child interested in painting? Register your child to come to the library and do a watercolor painting of their pet! Bring a picture of a beloved animal and local artist, Nancy Roman, will walk the kids through step-by-step how to make a beautiful painting.
This program will be an hour and a half and the kids will be painting for the entirety of the time. Parents are welcome to come and sit with their child.
Please register. Space is limited. Ages 8 – 14.
Teen Programs
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Upcoming Programs
Harwinton Public Library offers monthly programs for teens, as well as young adult books, audiobooks, games, and graphic novels.
February 1st – 28th – Valentine’s Coloring Contest
Welcome to our Valentine’s themed coloring contest! The coloring pages will be released here as pdfs, and as physical copies at the library beginning February 1st. Return by the 28th to compete in your age category for a prize!
Categories:
Ages 0-5
Ages 6-10
Ages 11-17
Adults
February 11th @ 6pm – Zentangle Craft Session
Do you like doodling? Come to the library and learn how to make zentangles! Decorate flower pots, bookmarks, and coasters, then take home your finished products.
Ages 11+. Please register.
March 9th – 17th- O’Bookery Scavenger Hunt
Find O’Bookery the Leprechaun from March 9th – 17th in our children’s section. Tell the librarian where he is and receive your prize!
For all teens and kids.
March 11th @ 6pm – Teen Shamrock Night
Make a Leprechaun trap and play some Saint Patrick Day style games. Win some prizes and hang out with your friends in this super fun program!
Please register. Ages 11+.
March 21st @ 11am Learn About the Axolotl
This is a program for the whole family! Come see some real Axolotl’s and learn all about them in this incredible program!
Axolotl’s are not native to our area, but they have become very popular for their goofy appearance and are now a hallmark of the younger generations.
Please register. For all ages.