Weston Public Library's Happening for Children, Teens and Families - September 29, 2023

From: Weston Public Library

September 29, 2023

Next Week at the Weston Public Library: Children, Families & Teens

What's New?

- Check out some new Young Adult reads: Fiction, Series & Graphic Novels.

- Check out what's new in Children's: Fiction, Series & Graphic Novels.

- We just added a bunch of new Wonderbooks! Wonderbooks are preloaded with audio so that the book can read to you.

Check out our Scary Story Writing Contest!

October is right around the corner, and coming with that... Friday the 13th! Children in grades 3-6 are invited to write their scariest scariest story to turn in to the Children's Librarian, Kara. Then on Friday the 13th, we'll gather together at 3:30 in the library for a spooky storytelling session! The winner will be contacted afterwards to come pick up their prize.

What's Happening Next Week?

PreK Craft Time

Monday, October 2nd, @ 3:30 p.m. Ages birth to 5.

Join Miss Laura for a themed craft. Let's see what you create!

This week's craft is Apple Music Shakers!

Creative Corner

Tuesday, October 3rd @ 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. All Ages

Drop in to enjoy a free creative hour. Explore stations like Lego, play dough, crafting & more.

Team S.T.E.A.M.

Tuesday, October 3rd, 4:00 - 4:45 PM. 1st - 4th grade.

Join us for an exciting afternoon with special guests from Team S.T.E.A.M.! This program gives young children the opportunity to explore and build interest in STEM (Science, technology, engineering and math) and ARTS. We will use engineering kits to introduce students to various engineering, problem-solving, and team-building skills. There will be two more sessions on the following Wednesdays, you are more than welcome to register for just one or all three.

Craft and Create

Wednesday, October 4th @ 4:30 PM. Ages 5+.

Join Miss Laura on Wednesday nights for a themed craft. Let's see what you create!

This week's craft is a Contact Paper Collage!

Tigger's Tiny Tales

Thursday, October 5th @ 11:00-11:30 AM

Ages 1-5 years.

Join Miss Laura for stories, songs and rhymes.

Playgroup

Friday, October 6th @ 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Ages birth-6 years old.

Parents/Caregivers and children are invited to join us for open play in the community room. Meet new neighbors and friends and try out some of our early learning toys.

A Ghost Hunter’s Favorite Cases.

Friday, October 6th, 5:30 PM. Teens. Community Room.

Paranormal investigator Barry Pirro has investigated hundreds of haunted houses, businesses, and historic sites. He has also been a consultant for paranormal TV shows Ghost Adventures, Ghost Nation, Kindred Spirits, and Paranormal Survivor. Join Barry as he discusses some of his most chilling cases of ghosts, demons, and haunted objects. In addition, hear real ghost voices recorded during ghost investigations, and watch an amazing video of a ghost captured on film. Participants will also have a chance to ask questions about ghost hunting, and to share their own true ghost stories. Register or drop in and bring your friends!

Grab & Go Craft.

Saturday, October 7th, While supplies last.

Stop by the library to pick up a Grab & Go Craft kit for the first Saturday of the month!

We hope to see you soon.

Follow Weston Public Library Teens on Instagram for regular updates on events and new releases for teens!

Contact the Children & Teen Librarian directly at ChildrenTeenLibrarian@WestonCT.Gov

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