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Monday, December 30, 2019

Time to TINKER

Monday, December 30
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 



 Drop in for a self-directed time
of open-ended exploring and creating using
the objects and materials of our
everyday lives.

*Families of all ages welcome.
No registration necessary.
 
*Not recommended for toddlers due to the presence of small objects.

Friday, December 27, 2019

Thank You Card Making

Friday, December 27 &
Saturday, December 28

from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM 





Families of all ages are invited to write or make Thank You cards for the gifts they have received this holiday season.

Please stop by the Children's Room and use our craft supplies to make a Thank You card, or any other type of greeting card you wish to create!

No registration necessary.

Monday, December 23, 2019

Pop-Up Process Art!

 Thursday, 12/26
10:30 AM
 


Pop in and read stories, make friends, and explore art materials in a process-based environment with a trained visual artist. In this class children will create their own masterpieces while expanding their minds and their capacity for friendship and community.

Ages Pre-K and up.

Drop-in Dreidels

Monday, December 23 
11:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.
 Children and families are invited to learn and play the dreidel game! 

No registration necessary.

Friday, December 20, 2019

Holiday Stories & Craft

Saturday, December 21
at 11:00 a.m. 


Cozy up with a few stories,
make an ornament to share or hang,
and enjoy sipping a cup of hot cocoa!

Designed for families of all ages.
No registration necessary.

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Yoga with Meredith

Friday, December 20
10:15 a.m.

Join us for a 45-minute adventure
into storytelling and yoga!

Designed for ages 3-5, with a caregiver.

No registration necessary.

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Drop-in Lego Event Today!



Lego Club Drop-In 
Wednesday, December 18th 
3:00 - 4:00 pm
 Designed for children Kindergarten-Grade 5.
Please remember to bring an item for the Acord Food Pantry drive here! 


Saturday, December 14, 2019

Story Writing Contest Results!

Congratulations to our
2019 Children's Story Writing
Contest Winners!
(follow the links to read the entries)


5 - 6 Year-Olds
1st Place: Supergirls by Colette Adele, age 6 
2nd Place: The Case of the Lost Kitten by Johnny, age 5
3rd Place: Titans vs. Patriots Football Game by Tory Ian, age 5

7 - 9 Year-Olds

1st Place: Meow Meow the Best by Beatrice, age 7
2nd Place: Boats by Cook James, age 9
3rd Place: Above the Clouds... by Molly Elizabeth, age 8

10 - 12 Year-Olds

1st Place: The Wizard by Claire, age 11
2nd Place: Turkey's Revenge by Mallory, age 10
3rd Place: Monkey Madness by Jane, age 11


Honorable Mentions
(in no particular order)

The Girl Who Saw a Fairy by Eloise, age 5
Trouble on the Bus by Annika, age 5
Dreamer by Violet, age 9
The Foodland Massacre by Arthur, age 7
 Wonton by Caroline, age 9
Into the Cave by Calla, age 7
Trouble! by Zara, age 7
The Vortex by Robbie, age 8
The Basketball Gymnast by Talia, age 8
Cat Adventures by Clara, age 7
The Surprise Party by Francesca, age 7
Sofie's Big Idea by Eva, age 9
The BOOM!!!! by Aidan, age 10
The Journey of a Lifetime by Isla, age 12
Dog Town by Ruby, age 10
The Adventure by Miles, age 10
The Disaster by Ben, age 10
The Boat Catastrophe by Asa, age 11
The Heirloom by Helen, age 10
Katrina's Journey by Mikayla, age 11
The Lost Astronaut by Daniel, age 11
Snake Demon by Nat, age 10
Mackenzie by Zoe, age 11
Super gwirl by Sienna, age 10
Eagles Nest by Tristan, age 10
A Horse Named Twilight by Autumn, age 11


Many thanks to our esteemed panel of judges:
Kim Butler, Director, Hamilton-Wenham Library
Sarah Lauderdale, Head of Reference, Hamilton-Wenham Library
Patricia Purdy, former Hamilton-Wenham Library Trustee




 

Friday, December 13, 2019

Drop-In Dreidels

Monday, December 23
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM


Children and families are invited to learn
and play the dreidel game!

No registration necessary. 

Allegro Dance Ensemble Presents: Winter Dances

Saturday, December 14
3:00 p.m.


Allegro Dance Ensemble, the resident company
of the Hamilton-Wenham School of Dance,
will perform selections in ballet, jazz, and modern dance.

After the performance, children in the audience will have an opportunity to have a short dance lesson and time for free dancing.

No registration necessary.

Saturday, December 7, 2019

Pax Escape Room for Kids!


Solve the puzzles, break the codes,
open the locks on all the boxes to help Peter find Pax!


Wednesday 12/11:
2:00pm - 3:00pm Grades 4 & 5
3:30pm - 4:30pm Grade 6

SPACE IS LIMITED!
Please register in the Children's Room.

Friday, December 6, 2019

Gingerbread Friends Tales & Treats!

Saturday, December 7
11:00 a.m.


Join us for a sweet story about a gingerbread friend,
then decorate your own gingerbread cookie!

Designed for ages 2 and up.
No registration necessary.

Saturday, November 30, 2019


CHESS CLUB
Monday, December 2 @ 3:30pm

If you have attended all of the chess sessions this fall (4 out of 4 including 12/2)...
make sure you come this Monday, Dec 2nd, the finale chess session this season.
 Mrs. Stolle will be offering a special prize to be raffled off at the end of the session!


Monday, November 25, 2019

Drop-In Ornament Making

Saturday, November 30
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.


Children and families are invited to join us
as we create beautiful ornament keepsakes.

Part of the town Holiday Festival... 
arrive by trolley if you wish!

No registration necessary.

Thursday, November 21, 2019

Thanksgiving Story & Craft

Saturday, November 23
11:00 a.m.

Join us for stories all about
pumpkins, pilgrims, and pie!
After, we'll create
a Thanksgiving-themed keepsake.

Designed for ages 2 and up.
No registration necessary.

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Lego Club Finale


Lego Fall Finale Play & Display
Wednesday, November 20
3:00 - 4:00 pm

Create then display your
Lego structures in our foyer
window for all to view and enjoy.

Gallery display will end early December.


Friday, November 15, 2019

Join our Story Writing Contest for Kids!


Celebrate National Novel Writing Month
and cultivate your writing skills!
Start writing your original story and submit it by midnight on Saturday, 11/23.

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes and honorable mentions will be awarded to winners from each age group:

5-6 year olds
7-9 year olds
10-12 year olds


All entries that follow the guidelines will receive a prize!
For more information & contest guidelines, visit our blog or stop into the Children's Room.

Friday, November 8, 2019

Yoga with Meredith!

Friday, November 15
10:15 a.m.

Join us for a 45-minute adventure
into storytelling and yoga!

Designed for ages 3-5, with a caregiver.
No registration necessary.

Teddy Bear Tea Storytime

Saturday, November 9
at 11:00 a.m.


We welcome you & your stuffed companions
to a morning of stories and tea!

Designed for ages 3 and up.
No registration necessary.

Monday, November 4, 2019

Celebrate National STEAM Day!

Friday, November 8   2:00-3:00 p.m.

Join us for a special edition of
Science Friday with Melanie Ward!


Children ages 0-5, with a caregiver,
will explore STEAM concepts through bubble science!

Register online at www.EarlyChildhoodPartners.com


Chess Club starts today!

Chess for Kids
with Sandra Stolle

Mondays: 11/4, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.


Come play this strategic game, learn new moves,
and sharpen your skills!

No prior experience necessary.
Players of all skill levels are welcome.

Designed for elementary-aged children.
Pre-registration is required.

Friday, November 1, 2019

Congratulations to the Winners of our 2019 Pumpkin Decorating Contest!

Zachary, age 6, won Most Mysterious
Jacob, age 8, won Most Spooky
Jesmitha, age 6, won Most Radiant
Zoey, age 6, won Most Glittering
Sharon, age 5, won Most Shimmering
Desmond, age 3, won Most Spectacular
Abby, age 9, won Most Enchanted
Sarah, age 6, won Most Dazzling
Mads, age 3, won Most Seasonal
Erik, age 1, won Most Animated
William, age 6, won Most Sporty
Winnie, age 6, won Best Smile
Max, age 7, won Best Use of "The Force"
Francesca, age 7, won Most Hippity-Hop


Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Chess for Kids


CHESS FOR KIDS

MONDAYS: Nov. 4, 18, 25 & Dec. 2
3:30 - 4:30 pm
Designed for 1st through 6th graders

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Join Sandra Stolle, former teacher & chess instructor.
No experience necessary.  
Players of all levels are welcome.  
Come to all the sessions, or just a few.

In room pre-registration is required.
Please call or come into the Children's Room to register.


Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Day of the Dead Skull Mask Decorating

There are still spaces left!
Wednesday, October 30
Paint and decorate
a Day of the Dead-style mask!
This workshop will be led
by artist, Mandy Roberge.
There will be two sessions as follows:
2:00 - 3:00 pm for ages 7 to 10
3:00 - 4:00 pm for ages 11 to 18
Space is Limited Registration Required
Sign-up sheet is at the reference desk
or call us at 978-468-5577.

Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Pumpkin Decorating Contest
There is still time!

Bring in your decorated pumpkin 
Feathers! Paint! Sparkles! Ribbons! Paper!
Name it and we will display it in the Children's Room.  
Please do not carve the pumpkin!

Drop off your pumpkin anytime up to Oct 31st.
Every participant wins a prize!
Children of all ages welcome.
Pick up your pumpkin by 4:00 pm on Friday, November 1st.






Friday, October 18, 2019

May I Pet Your Dog?

Monday, October 21st
at 3:00 p.m.

Representatives from Canine Company will be here to share this story and provide activities and games designed to reinforce safety skills when approaching and caring for dogs.
No registration necessary.
Designed for pre-school & elementary-aged children.

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Yoga with Meredith



Yoga with Meredith
Friday, October 18th
at 10:15 am


Join us for a 45 minute adventure into storytelling and yoga!
Designed for ages 3-5 years, with a caregiver.
Offered at no charge.
No registration necessary.

Friday, October 11, 2019

Mad Hatter Storytime



The Mad Hatter Storytime

Saturday, October 12
11:00 am

Stories, Hat Making, and Refreshments

Designed for ages 3 and up.
No registation necessary.








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Saturday, October 5, 2019

Pumpkin Decorating Fun!

Thank you to our friends
who came out to decorate their pumpkins
at our Pumpkin Decorating Party!

It was wonderful to watch you all create & have fun!







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