Monday, March 13, 2017

Baby Bookworms cancelled, Tuesday, 3/14, due to weather!

Friday, March 10, 2017

PJ Drive

Last Chance!!
Our Pajama Drive

ends March 15, 2017

The Children’s Room at the Hamilton-Wenham Library is partnering with Cradles to Crayons and the Boston Bruins to provide new pajamas (sizes 4/5T to 18/20) for local children in need across the Commonwealth.

Donate Here!

Wednesday, March 8, 2017

Seasonal Stories & Craft

Saturday, March 11 at 11:00 a.m.

Join us as we read stories about the fun

ways we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!

After the stories we will create our own

pots of gold!

Children ages 2 & up are welcome.

Friday, March 3, 2017

Chess for Kids

Mondays in March

March 6, 13, 20, 27

This program is for children in 1st - 6th grade.

Beginners please arrive at 3:30 p.m.

Experienced players please arrive at 4:00 p.m.

Pre-registration is requested.

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

Come to all the sessions or just a few.

Free and open to the public.

Former players are welcome!

Wednesday, March 1, 2017

CONGRATULATIONS TO:

Abby, age 9

Song-Song, age 4

Winners of the

Hamilton-Wenham Children’s Room

February 2017

Barbaloots Guessing contest

There Were 411 Barbaloots!

Tuesday, February 28, 2017

Read Across America

Celebrate Read Across America

and

Happy Birthday

There are 10 Dr. Seuss characters

hiding in the Children’s Room!

Explore the room with our scavenger hunt to find them!

Monday, February 27, 2017

STEAM into Science: Wind!

The answer, my friends, is blowing in the wind!

Tuesday, February 28 at 3:30 p.m.

Join us as we explore the simple science behind wind.

Listen to stories and learn through hands-on discovery.

This program is designed for children 30 months - Kindergarten.

Pre-registration is requested.

Saturday, February 25, 2017

Cradles to Crayons

Last Chance!!
Our Pajama Drive

ends March 15, 2017

Donate Here!

Wednesday, February 15, 2017

February Special Events

February Public School Vacation Week Happenings

Monday, February 20

Closed in honor of President’s Day

Tuesday, February 21

* Paws to Read with Tessie: Meet & Greet at 2:00 p.m.

Come by to spend some special time with our favorite labradoodle therapy dog, Tessie and her owner/trainer Pat Fleming.

* Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Book Group at 3:00 p.m.

Children grades 3 through 5 are welcome to come for a reading from Grace Lin’s award winning book Where the Mountain Meets the Moon. Followed by a calligraphy craft, discussion and snack.

Wednesday, February 22

* The Yo Yo People at 3:00 p.m.

Join us as we welcome John and Rebecca Higby to perform their yo-yo magic! High skill and energy combined with deft acrobatics, music, and humor make the Yo-Yo people a favorite for all ages. This husband and wife comedy duo has performed on David Letterman, PBS Fetch, The Discovery Channel and in 18 countries.

Thursday, February 23

* Tech Take Apart at 3:00 p.m.

Ever curious about what the inside of technology looks like? Come explore the inner workings of everyday office and household items.

Friday, February 24

* TROLLS at 11:00 a.m.

Showing on our big screen, families are welcome to bring a snack for this PG rated film by DreamWorks.

Saturday, February 25

* Tales and Treats at 11:00 a.m.

Join us for stories about penguins, enjoy munchkins, juice, and make a craft to take home. This program is designed for ages 2 and up.

* Acoustic Open Mic at 2:00 p.m.

Peter Stewart leads this event focused on creating a supportive atmosphere for musicians, students and first time performers.

**please note that our weekly stellar story programs are suspended for this week but will restart the following week**

Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Dentist Storytime

Time for Teeth!

Saturday, February 11

10:30 a.m.

Celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month

with local dentist Dr. Priscilla Magnuson.

Enjoy stories and songs about teeth & dentists.

Children will each have a chance to practice brushing on Skyler the horse!

Thursday, February 2, 2017

TYCTL

Celebrate National

Take Your Child to the Library Day!

Saturday, February 4, 2017

11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Drop in for a Dewey Decimal duck scavenger hunt,

decorate Library Day door hangers, and receive

many chances to earn raffle tickets to

win a prize basket filled with goodies for all ages.

Wednesday, February 1, 2017

January Guessing Contest Winners

Congratualtions to:

Jack, age 4

Sienna, age 8

Lianna, age 7

WINNERS OF THE

HAMILTON-WENHAM CHILDREN’S ROOM’S

2017 SNOWBALL GUESSING CONTEST

THERE WERE

809

“SNOWBALLS”!!

Saturday, January 28, 2017

STEAM into Science

Select Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m.

January 31 — Gravity

Explore simple science, technology, engineering, art,

and math-based concepts.

Listen to stories and learn through hands-on discovery.

February 28 — Wind

March 28 — Simple Machines

This program is designed for children 30 months - Kindergarten.

Pre-registration is requested.

Wednesday, January 25, 2017

Seasonal Stories & Craft

Saturday, January 28 at 11:00 a.m.

Celebrate Chinese New Year and the Year of the Rooster

at this story and craft time.

Children ages 2 & up are welcome.

This event is offered free of charge and is open to the public.

No registration necessary.

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

LEGO Club

Winter Lego Club

Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m.

January 25 through March 29
(no class on 2/22)

Join us for this drop-in, non-competitive,

non-robotic Lego club. Create a

masterpiece, share your designs, work

individually or as a team. No registration necessary.

This program is appropriate for children in

Kindergarten through 5th grade.

Friday, January 20, 2017

The Family Tree House

Saturday, January 21 at 10:30 a.m.

Theme: Dinosaurs

The Family Tree House is the place to meet!

Conjures memories of neighborhood friends and

play-based exploration of our world.

Led by parents and recommended for families

with children birth – 8 years.

Share stories and visit exploratory play stations.

or call Lisa Cheney at 978-468-5489 or email at e.cheney@hwschools.net

Saturday, January 14, 2017

Registration for Winter Programs begins Jan. 17

Don't miss a minute of Hamilton-Wenham Children's Room winter fun!

Drop by beginning Tuesday, January 17 to sign up for all types of programs designed for children birth through grade 6. For more information, click here.