Children's Blog

2011-02-28T10:11:00.004-05:00

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!

March 2 celebrates the birthday of Theodor Geisel - more commonly known to readers of all ages as Dr. Seuss! In recoginition of the impact Dr. Seuss's books on children's literature, March 2 has also been named by the National Education Association as Read Across America Day!

Click on the name of the famed author and illustrator to find books in the New Canaan Library Catalog. Check out a book to celebrate!

For more Dr. Seuss celebrations, join us on Saturday, March 12 @ 1:30 PM in the Children's Program Room for a Dr. Seuss story & craft!

2011-02-11T10:33:00.006-05:00

What's new in the Children's Department?

Here in the Children's Room, we're always adding new books, movies and programs to our collection. See below for some of the new additions!

New Picture Books

The Fox in the Dark by Alison Green

Chicken Big by Keith Graves

Hip Hop Dog by Christopher Raschka

A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip Christian Stead (The 2011 Caldecott Medal Winner!)

Find these and more new Picture Books in our blue New Book Cart!

New Juvenile Fiction Books

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda by Tom Angleberger

The Witch's Guide to Cooking With Children by Keith McGowan

A Tale Dark and Grimm by Adam Gidwitz

Moon Over Manifest by Clare Vanderpoole (The 2011 Newbery Medal Winner!)

Find these and more new Juvenile Fiction Books on the bookshelves leading into the Children's Room!

And... New Programs in 2011!

Friday Fun Fest: For kids in 4th, 5th and 6th grade! Every Friday at 3:30, gather with friends in the Children's Program Room for games, crafts, snacks and fun!

Grimes Scholar Award: See the blog below for more information about our new Reader's Award Program.

2011-02-04T12:43:00.020-05:00

2012 Nutmeg Nominee Books are Here!

Voting is closed for the 2011 Nutmeg Books and while we don't know the winner yet, you can start reading the 2012 Nominees!

You can travel with a dragon in The Key to Rondo, travel through a wormhole to a different time in Herbert's Wormhole, or even to Afghanistan in Extra Credit.

You could talk with some ghosts in Deep and Dark and Dangerous or in Dying to Meet You.

Can you solve the puzzles of The Gollywopper Games or solve the mystery of Masterpiece or solve the kidnapping of 2 girls in Stolen Children?

Meet some kids with special powers in Savvy or Signal.

Whatever you choose, you'll want to read all the 2012 Nutmeg Nominee Books!

2011-01-18T14:19:00.000-05:00

Calling all book lovers!

Are you looking for a challenge for the New Year? The Children's Room has instituted a new reader's award called the Karen Grimes Scholar Award.

The Karen Grimes Collection is a special group of classic children's titles that are part of our literary and cultural heritage. For this award, you must read either all the picture books (187) for the Junior level award, or 50 chapter books for the regular award. The program will run for the year of 2011 with the first awards being given out at a gala celebration in early 2012.

If you would rather read than do anything else, this is the program for you!

Become a Karen Grimes Scholar in 2011!

2010-12-16T11:00:00.007-05:00

Not sure what to read next? Sometimes, you get caught on the same series, the same author, or even just the same exact book. Below are a list of suggestions and personal favorites, just in case you get stuck! Click on the title to get a description and to see if it's available.

Picture Books

Punk Farm by Jarrett Krosoczka
Cupcake: A Journey to Special by Cherise Mericle Harper
Dancing Feet by Lindsey Craig
Little Hoot by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Peg Leg Peke by Brie Spangler
Duck on a Bike by David Shannon
In a Blue Room by Jim Averbeck
If I Built a Car by Chris Van Dusen
Otis by Loren Long
Shark vs. Train by Chris Barton

Juvenile Fiction/Chapter Books

Kneebone Boy by Ellen Potter
Powerless by Matthew Cody
Departure Time by Truus Matti
I am Regina by Sally Keehn
Snarf Attack, Underfoodle, and the Secret of Life: The Riot Brothers Tell All by Mary Amato
Countdown by Deborah Wiles
The Bartimaeus Trilogy Book One: The Amulet of Samarkand by Jonathan Stroud
My Chocolate Year: A Novel with 12 Recipes by Charlotte Herman
Lawn Boy by Gary Paulsen
The Gollywhopper Games by Jody Feldman

Is there a favorite of yours that I didn't mention? Leave a comment and let us know which book you would recommend!

2010-12-10T09:51:00.009-05:00

Take an audiobook along on that long drive this holiday!

From experience, I can tell you that listening to audiobooks got us through many long car trips to see the family! We all enjoyed listening to them and there were many times we had to just sit in the driveway to finish listening to the chapter!

Here are some of my favorites, both old and new.

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate by Jacqueline Kelly

As Callie explores the natural world around her, she develops a close relationship with her grandfather, navigates the dangers of living with six brothers, and comes up against just what it means to be a girl at the turn of the century.

On the Blue Comet by Rosemary Wells

This captivating book of time travel, trains, crime and
even celebrities will take you on a journey like no other.
One of my favorites this year.

The True Gift by Patricia MacLachlan

This Christmas story by a Newbery Medal winning author
will help you celebrate the season. All year long Lily and Liam look forward to Christmas on their grandparents' farm. It's always the perfect trip --trimming the tree, giving gifts. But this year, thanks to a white cow alone in the meadow, things will be different. This Christmas, Lily and Liam will find out the meaning of a true gift.

2010-12-06T09:32:00.009-05:00

WHO WAS...Elvis Presley?... Sacawagea?, ...Marco Polo?, ...Queen Elizabeth?, ... Daniel Boone? (and many others)

The "Who Was...?" is a paperback series found in the Biography section of the Children's Room.
We have placed them together on the top shelf for easy access. Each one is an entertaining, informative read for children in grades 3-5.

A short chapter introduces the subject, their impact and achievements. The subject's life is then covered from childhood to adulthood. Each story is enhanced with line drawing and maps. Occasionally, an element is expanded upon in a framed box. As in the biography of Claude Monet, the painter, there is an explanation of how the evolution of oil paint allowed painters to work outside the studio for the first time.

The books are not indexed but contain a time-line of the subject's life and a corresponding time-line of the world.

In this era of celebrity fascination, here's a way to get your child interested in some real, long-standing celebrities!

2010-11-26T09:49:00.010-05:00

Graphic Novels are not your Father's Comic Books!

Graphic novels are the rage in children's books. Unlike old fashioned comic books, graphic novels have a beginning, a middle, and an end, telling a complete story. They are fast paced, giving the reader all the description visually, while the dialogue is written.

Graphic novels include classics like The Odyssey by Homer, The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery, and Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Other graphic novels introduce new characters and adventures created just for this new format such as Binky to the Rescue by Ashley Spires, the exciting Tower of Treasure by Scott Chantler, or Bone by Jeff Smith.

Graphic novels are shelved on a rack above juvenile fiction and are marked with a red "Graphic Novel" sticker. Non-fiction graphic novels are shelved with the non fiction titles, including a complete set of Shakespeare's plays. To see a complete listing of juvenile graphic novels click here. For a listing of juvenile graphic nonfiction, click here.

2010-11-17T15:15:00.022-05:00

Do you love to draw, make crafts or just be creative? Then you should check out our J 700's in the non-fiction section containing all forms of the arts. Click on the call numbers below to browse titles found in the Children's Room.

Learn how to draw in J 741.

Create a crafting masterpiece using J 745.5.
Have you recently taken up knitting as a hobby? Look in 746.432 for patterns and instructions.

Get inspired this holiday season and create something!

*Don't forget our Thanksgiving Holiday Craft this Saturday, November 20 from 1:30 - 2:30. Drop-in as a family to create a special holiday keepsake!*

2010-11-13T14:26:00.017-05:00

Did you ever wonder what is in the green bags hanging on

the circular Bug Rack in the Children's Room?

It is our J Readalong collection. Each bag contains a picture book and an audio disk.

Many of the stories are read by professional actors and
enhanced with musical tracks.

They are perfect for car trips, waiting room waits & quiet reading time at home.

They circulate for 3 weeks, just like a book.

This fall we have added 23 new titles!

Please come in and browse the collection!

2010-11-04T10:52:00.003-04:00

The CD's have been reorganized! We've made a few adjustements to (hopefully) make browsing our CD collection a bit easier. Look for the "map" located on the column to help guide you. Different genres were given different colored stickers and each genre is grouped together.

Green Stickers: Soundtracks

Purple Stickers: Popular Music

Red Stickers: General Songs and Music

Orange Stickers: Folk/Ethnic Music

Yellow Stickers: Classical Music

Blue Stickers: Stories on CD

If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please find a librarian at the desk. (Or, leave a comment below!) Don't forget to look for the "NEW" sticker to indicate a CD new to our collection! Happy listening!

2010-10-29T09:49:00.027-04:00

NEW ORANGE DOT BOOKS

FOR EARLY CHAPTER READERS!!

Orange dots on the spine indicate a book is for early chapter book readers. They are more difficult than easy readers, but not as challenging as other chapter books. We've got some great new ones! You will find them shelved in
J Fiction with an orange dot on the spine.

The Faeries' Promise, Silence and Stone by Kathleen Duey
Alida is a faerie princess who has been imprisoned for years. With the help of a human boy, she plans her escape. Can they avoid the evil Lord Dunraven and keep Alida's identity a secret?

Zapato Power, Freddie Ramos Takes Off by Jacqueline Jules
One day, Freddie comes home and finds a box on his doorstep, just for him. Inside are Zapato Power shoes that give him super speed. Will Freddie be able to help his friends at school when some weird things start happening?

Super DC Heroes
New early chapter books about Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman!

Zigzag Kids Series by Patricia Reilly Giff
Follow the after school adventures of the kids of the Zigzag Afternoon Center! A new series by a Newbery Honor-winning author.

2010-10-19T14:29:00.015-04:00

Facts, Facts, Facts!

Do you have a child that is mad
about facts?
We have some great NEW non-fiction series in the Children's Room.

From the Nature Company Discoveries Library we have fifteen new titles ranging from Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome to Explorers & Traders, Great Inventions and Flight. Your child will love the large format books with vivid illustrations and photos. They are similar to the DK series books but with fewer and larger images per page.

For the animal lovers we have a new series of Learning to Care books from the American Humane Society. Written at a 3rd grade level they include history about the animal, instructions on choosing and training the animal and discuss the responsibility of being a pet owner.

2010-09-23T09:47:00.021-04:00

Laughing Out Loud!

Sometimes you just need to laugh as loud as you can! When you're sad, mad, or have the blues, finding something funny can lift your spirits. And, laughing is contagious... once you start laughing, everyone around you won't be able to help themselves! So, check out a book to help you start laughing out loud!

Here's a joke to tickle your funny bone:

Question: Why is the T-Rex afraid to go to the library?
(Find out the answer below the book recommendations.)

JUVENILE PICTURE BOOKS (click title to check availability)

(New!) Boss Baby by Marla Frazee (JPC Frazee)

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems (JPC Willems)

I Ain't Gonna Paint No More! by Karen Beaumont (JPC Beaumont)

Silly Sally by Audrey Wood (JPC Wood)

JUVENILE FICTION BOOKS (click title to check availability)

Big Nate: In a Class By Himself by Lincoln Peirce (JFiction Peirce)

(New!) The Fabled Fifth Graders of Aesop Elementary School by Candance Fleming (JFiction Fleming)

I, Freddy: Book One in the Golden Hamster Saga by Dietlof Reiche (JFiction Reiche)

(New!) Melonhead and the Big Stink by Katy Kelly (JFiction Kelly)

Superfudge by Judy Blume (JFiction Blume)

Answer: Because her books were 60 million years overdue!

2010-09-07T19:22:00.003-04:00

Wednesday, September 15

Meet Author Doreen Cronin & Illustrator Scott Menchin

@ 4 PM in the Gallery

They will present their new book RESCUE BUNNIES.

A delightful program for children ages 3 to 8 & their parents.

Elm Street Books will have their books for sale and autographing.

Call 203-594-5002 for more information.

2010-08-26T16:54:00.004-04:00

Tuesday, September 7

10 AM in the Children's Program Room

"1,2, Buckle My Shoe" - a delighful program of Nursery Rhymes and Songs
especially for babies and toddlers up to the age of 2 & their parents

2010-07-22T16:01:00.005-04:00

Thursday, August 19

"Rainbow Fish in the Deep Blue Sea"
- a delightful puppet show

3:30-4:15 PM in the Lamb Room

presented by the Robert Rogers Puppet Company

Grand Finale for the Summer Reading Clubs

Sponsored by the Friends' Children's Committee

The puppet show is based on the book The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister.

For more information call the Children's Room at 203.594.5002.

2010-06-16T14:24:00.003-04:00

Summer Reading Kickoff

Wednesday, June 30

Secret World of Bubbles
presented by Keith Michael Johnson

3:30 to 4:15 in the Lamb Room

For children ages 5 to 11

Following the program, children may sign up for
the Summer Reading Club!

2010-06-02T12:44:00.004-04:00

Thursday, June 17

Teddy Bear Picnic

At noon on the Library Front Lawn
Rain or shine

For preschoolers

Bring your lunch and best bear to the fun!

The film "Corduroy" will be shown in the Lamb Room
at the close of the program.

2010-05-01T14:00:00.004-04:00

Thursday, May 13

Book Discussion for Grades 2 & 3

How to Eat Fried Worms
by Thomas Rockwell

Children's Librarian Rebecca Tate will lead the discussion

Call 203-594-5002 to register

2010-04-01T14:21:00.003-04:00

Friday, April 16

Meet the Nutmegs

For girls and boys in grades 4 to 6

4:00 to 4:45 in the Children's Program Room

Children's Librarian Cathy Townsend will
booktalk each of the new 2011 Nutmeg Nominees.

This is a great way for you to find out what each book
is about. These books will be on the suggested summer
reading lists.

Refreshments will be served.

Call 203-594-5002 to register.

2010-01-21T13:41:00.004-05:00

Reading the Green:

A mini-golf fundraiser for the New Canaan Library

Come join the fun!
Friday, February 26, 2010

5 to 9 PM

Face painting, games, and prizes!
Music program by "Music Together"
Book signing and purchase of The Miniature Book
of Miniature Golf by Mike Vago

$5 per child $10 per adult
children 2 and under free

Reserve your family tee time and meal tickets
at www.newcanaanlibrary.org
or call 203-594-5002

Don't miss this fun family event!

2010-01-09T09:11:00.006-05:00

Thursday, January 14

"Meet and Greet Niki"
a 7-year-old black Labrador Retriever
from Spencer's Run

for children ages 3 to 5 & their parents

at 10 AM and 1 PM
in the Children's Program Room

Judy Stephan, co-chair of the Friends of
Spencer's Run will present this
30 minute program

Children will learn valuable safety tips on how
to approach a dog, how to pat a dog,
and more

Call 203-594-5002 to register

2009-12-08T11:17:00.004-05:00

Friday, December 18

Holiday Concert

presented by Saxe Middle School Musicians

For children of all ages, their parents and grandparents

3:30 PM in the Curtis Gallery

Reception to follow in the Children's Room

2009-11-23T15:15:00.003-05:00

Book Discussion & Pizza Lunch

Julie of the Wolves
(Winner of the Newbury Medal)
By Jean Craighead George

The story of a thirteen-year-old Eskimo girl who
becomes lost on the North Slope of Alaska
and is befriended by a wolf pack.

For children in Grades 5 to 7

Saturday, December 12, 2009
From 1 to 2 PM

in the Children's Program Room

Book Voyagers will be led by Teacher Christopher Brown.

Call 594-5002 to register

Co-sponsored by the Friends' Children's Committee

2009-11-15T15:27:00.002-05:00

Saturday, November 21

(Not) Just for Kids: Introduction to the String Instruments

presented by members of the

Norwalk Symphony Orchestra

4 to 5 PM in the Lamb Room

Ages 4 to 10 & parents

Graciously funded by the Friends' Children's Committee

2009-11-09T11:34:00.002-05:00

Thursday, November 12

Bridgeport Sound Tigers

Join team members for stories and learn about

the sport of ice hockey. Team mascot

will make a guest appearance!

For ages 6 to 13 & their parents

in the Children's Program Room

Be sure to call 594-5002 to register

2009-11-03T14:56:00.004-05:00

Saturday, November 7

Book Voyagers Discussion Group

Shiloh by Phyllis R. Naylor

Children in grades 4 - 7 are invited from 1 - 2 PM

in the Children's Program Room

Led by Teacher Christopher Brown

Call 594-5002 to register

Refreshments served

Co-sponsored by the Friends' Children's Committee

2009-10-20T14:36:00.005-04:00

Saturday, October 24 - For grades 4 to 7

Book Voyagers Book Discussion

Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O'Brien

Led by teacher Christopher Brown

Held 1-2 PM in the Children's Program Room

Please call 594-5002 to register

Co-sponsored by the Friends'

2009-09-03T09:28:00.010-04:00

Fall Storytime Registrations

Ages 3 to 8 begins on Wednesday, September 15 @ 9:30 AM

The child's library card must be presented at registration.

The child must be the correct age for the storytime class by 9/15.

Age 2 begins on Thursday, September 17 @ 9:30 AM

The child's library card must be presented at registration.

The child must be the correct age for the storytime class by 9/15.

Storytime grid is on the Children's website.

Children's Room 594-5002

2009-07-01T09:14:00.004-04:00

Summer Reading Clubs are in full swing.

Be Creative @ YOUR LIBRARY!

June 19 -August 8, 2009 in the Children's Room

Readers' Club: All children reading on their own are
invited to join. Read books, then add fun stickers to your
game sheet and win prizes.

Listeners' Club: Nonreaders are invited to come to the
Children's Room for a reading log to take home so their
parents can keep track of books read to them at home.
Win a prize, too!

2009-06-10T17:29:00.004-04:00

Summer Reading Club Kickoff!

Thursday, June 25 - "The Magic of Reading"

Presented by Magician Bryan Flint
of Showtime Productions

For Children ages 5 to 11 and their parents

3:30-4:15 PM in the Lamb Room

Following the program children may signup
for the Summer Reading Club

Be Creative @ Your Library!

Read books, then add fun stickers to your game sheet
and win prizes!

Sponsored by the Friends' Children's Committee

2009-05-01T10:12:00.002-04:00

Thursday, May 14: "Chopstix Class"

10 to 10:45 AM in the Children's Program Room

For children ages 3 to 5 and their parents

A delightful introduction to the Chinese language through
music, song and puppets

Presented by Xian Xian Feng,

Principal Assistance at the Chinese Language School of Connecticut

Call 594-5002 to register.

2009-04-23T15:45:00.006-04:00

Saturday, April 25

Children's Illustrator Sophie Blackall

will read her newest illustrated book

Wombat Walkabout

at 2 PM in the Curtis Gallery.

She is the illustrator of the popular Ivy and Bean series.

Refreshments will be served.

Elm Street Books will have her books for sale and signing.

2009-04-08T10:22:00.006-04:00

Celebrate National Library Week at New Canaan Library!

Friday, April 17: "Wild Things Party"

For children ages 7 to 11 & their parents

5:30 to 7 PM in the Children's Program Room

Actress Anna Holbrook & New Canaan resident will tell

captivating monster and giant stories.

A delicious pizza party will follow.

Registration is required. Call 594-5002.

Program sponsored by the Friends' Children's Committee.

2009-02-27T16:47:00.004-05:00

Sunday, March 15 - Traditonal Irish Music

1:30 - 2:30 PM in the Curtis Gallery

Presented by Sean & Deirdre Murtha

They will sing, play the fiddle, the mandolin & the piano.

Irish soda bread will be served.

Family Fun!

Graciously Sponsored by the Friends' Children's Committee

2009-02-12T16:18:00.004-05:00

Wednesday, February 25

Young Critics Book Discussion Club

For children in grades 5 to 7

Schooled by Gordon Kormon

Led by Librarian Barbara Loewengart

6:30-7:30 PM in the Children's Program Room

Pizza will be served. Call 594-5002 to register.

2008-12-31T16:39:00.003-05:00

Nutmeg Book Award 2009 Voting

Students in grades 4 to 6 invited to cast their vote

for their favorite 2009 Nutmeg Nominee.

Ballots and ballot box in the Children's Room

2008-12-10T14:47:00.008-05:00

Children's Author Stephanie Spinner

will read her new book, an adaptation of The Nutcracker

Saturday, December 20

2 PM in the Lamb Room

For children ages 4 to 10 & their parents

A very special program for this time of year!

As Ms. Spinner reads her new book

students from the New England Academy of Dance

will perform scenes from her book.

Elm Street Books will have the book for sale and autographing.

For more information, call the Children's Room at 594-5002.

2008-11-13T09:38:00.003-05:00

New National Children's Poet Laureate

MARY ANN HOBERMAN

Sunday, December 6 @ 2:30 PM in the Curtis Gallery

For Children ages 5 to 11 & their parents

The Llama Who Had No Pajamas

The Seven Silly Eaters

She will recite some of her poems with audience participation.

Elm Street Books will have her books for sale & autographing.

Call 594-5002 to register for this not-to-be missed program.

2008-10-30T15:15:00.003-04:00

Bridgeport Sound Tigers

Forward Sean Bentivoglio & Mascot "Storm"
will visit the Children's Room

Thursday, November 6 - 6:30 to 7:30 PM in the Children's Program Room

An Exciting Program for Ages 6 to 13 & Their Parents

Sean will read two hockey stories, talk about his experience playing the game
and answer questions. Bring your camera as "Storm" will be available for great photo shots.

Children who pre-register will have the opportunity to sign up for a free ticket
to a hockey game at the Bridgeport Arena at Harbor Yard.

Call the Library to Pre-Register at 594-5002.

2008-09-30T14:34:00.004-04:00

Monday, October 27

Preschool Halloween Craft Programs

Conducted by Members of the
Young Women's League of New Canaan

9:30 - 10:15 AM or 10:45-11:30 AM

in the Children's Program Room

2008-09-11T17:23:00.003-04:00

Sunday, September 21

"Flute, Sweets and Tickletoons"

a delightful concert for children ages 3 to 7 & their parents

1:30 - 2:15 PM in the Curtis Gallery

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library's Children's Committee

No registration recessary.

2008-08-13T15:10:00.004-04:00

Fall Storytime Registrations in the Children's Room

For Ages 3 to 8 begins on Wednesday, September 10 @ 9:30 AM

The child's library card must be presented at registration.

The child must be the correct age for the storytime class by 9/15.

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For Age 2 begins on Thursday, September 11 @ 9:30 AM

Parents or caregivers must present a copy of the child's birth
certificate and the child's library card at registration.

The child must be the correct age for the storytime class by 9/15.

Storytime grid is on the Children's website, click Programs.
Children's Room 594-5002

2008-07-25T11:30:00.003-04:00

Thursday, July 31 ~ Happy Birthday, Harry Potter!

Come and celebrate with a viewing of the film of

"Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone"

2:30 to 5:05 PM in the Lamb Room (152 minutes)

Free removable tattoos and stickers for all guests

Call 594-5002 for more information.

2008-07-08T14:32:00.003-04:00

Friday, July 18 ~ "Edible Insects"
For children ages 6 to 10 and their parents
2:00 to 3:00 PM in the Lamb Room

In partnership with the New Canaan Nature Center
Presented by Lisa Monachelli

2008-06-20T16:24:00.003-04:00

Monday, June 30 ~ "Music Man"

A family program

A preview performance presented by cast members from the
Summer Theatre of New Canaan.

6:30-7:15 PM in the Lamb Room

You are invited to come and enjoy one of America's best musicals
with your children. There will be a wonderful cast with stunning costumes singing "Seventy-Six Trombones", "Trouble", and "Goodnight, My Someone" and more.

Free and no registration required. For questions, call 594-5002.

2008-06-04T10:38:00.003-04:00

Sunday, June 8 @ 1:30 pm Artist Michael Albert
will talk about his new book
An Artist's America in the Curtis Gallery.

Program is designed for children ages 5 to 11 & their parents.

Albert is a pop artist who has taken recycling to a higher plane.
Children and parents are inspired by his collage technique.
Elm Street Books will have his books for sale & autographing.

A collage workshop will follow in the Children's Program Room.
Registration is required for the workshop. Call 594-5002.

2008-05-23T16:25:00.003-04:00

Everyone is Special

Saturday, May 31 ~ Family Concert

1:30-2:15 pm in the Lamb Room, on lower level of the Library

Presented by Award-winning Musicians
Patricia Shih & Stephen Fricker

For more information please call 594-5003 or 594-5002

2008-05-08T17:59:00.005-04:00

Margie Gillis of the Haskins Laboratories

Thursday, May 22 at 7:30 PM

Ms. Gillis will present an informative talk for parents and educators titled

"When Kids Struggle to Read:

What We Need to Know About the Teaching of Reading."

in the Lamb Room (on the lower level of the Library)

Call 594-5002 or 594-5003 for more information.

2008-04-23T15:54:00.007-04:00

Doggie Day at the Library

Sunday, April 27, 2008

1 PM in the Curtis Gallery

Meet Emma Jackson, author of A Home for Dixie

and Sean Bryan, author of The Juggling Pug
& Tom Murphy its illustrator

Call 594-5002 to register. Woof! Woof!

2008-04-05T15:19:00.003-04:00

Saturday, April 19 ~ Children's Author Jane O'Connor

will present her new book Fancy Nancy Bonjour Butterfly

at 1:30 PM in the Lamb Room (lower level of the Library)

Call 594-5002 to register for this exciting program.

2008-03-15T13:42:00.003-04:00

Thursday, March 20 ~ "1, 2, Buckle My Shoe"

For babies & toddlers up to age 2 & their moms

10 AM in the Children's Program Room

2008-02-29T15:39:00.003-05:00

Tuesday, March 11
Preschool Spring Craft Workshops

Conducted by Members of the Young Women's League of New Canaan

9:30-10:15 AM or 10:45-11:30 AM in the Children's Program Room

2008-02-15T10:57:00.003-05:00

Vacation Week Movie ~ "Ralph S. Mouse"

Based on the book by Beverly Cleary

Sat. February 23 - 1:30-2:15 PM in the Children's Program Room

(41 min.) Live Action & Dimensional Animation

* Winner of the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Children's Video

There are too many mice at the Mountain View Inn, so Ralph must leave. He persuades his friend Ryan to take him to school,
where the fun -and the danger - begins.

2008-01-18T15:47:00.000-05:00

French Storytime

Saturday, January 19, 2008 for children ages 4 to 8 & their parents

1:30-2:15 PM in the Children's Program Room

Stories, songs and a puppet play

"Petit Chaperon Rouge/ Little Red Riding Hood"

Presented by Franc-O-Fun

Call Children's Room for more information (594-5002)

2008-01-09T14:45:00.000-05:00

Yoga for 4 & 5 year-olds

Wednesday, January 16 from 1:30 to 2:15 PM

in the Children's Program Room

Presented by Yoga Instructor Jennifer Vettoretti

(Snow date: 1/17/08)

Call 594-5002 to register.

2007-12-05T11:36:00.000-05:00

Saturday, December 15 ~ Gingerbread House Workshops

For ages 5 to 9 & their parents

At 10:30 am, 1 pm and 3 pm

In the Children's Program Room

Call 594-5002 to register.

2007-11-19T15:46:00.000-05:00

Children's Author Randall de Seve will read her delightful new book TOY BOAT

to children and their parents on Sunday, December 2, 2007 at 2 PM

in the Children's Program Room

Elm Street Books will have her book for sale and signing.

Call 594-5002 to make a reservation.

2007-11-02T14:20:00.000-04:00

Saturday, November 10

Seussical characters in the upcoming New Canaan High School musical production will visit the Curtis Gallery

{Cat in the Hat, Horton, Mayzie, JoJo, Gertrude & Kangaroo}

2:30-3:30 PM

They will read Horton Hears A Who! & sing songs from the production.

For children ages 4 to 9 & their parents

Bring your camera and take some great photos of your child with the characters.

2007-10-20T15:41:00.000-04:00

Monday, October 22

Preschool Sing-along with Diane Wells

At 10 AM in the Children's Program Room

2007-10-15T10:47:00.000-04:00

Book Discussion of Poppy by Award-winning Author Avi

For Children in Grades 3 to 5 & Their Parents

Saturday, October 20 ~ 1 to 2 PM

in the Children's Program Room

Refreshments will be served.

Call 594-5002 to register.

Co-sponsored by the Friends' Children's Committee

2007-10-05T14:32:00.000-04:00

Drop-in Storytime with Dad

Saturday, October 13

For children ages 3 to 8 & their dads

Stories, a film, a craft & refreshments

1:30-2:15 PM in the Children's Program Room

2007-09-21T15:38:00.000-04:00

Sunday, September 23

(Not) Just for Kids music program

Presented by members of the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
"Woodwind" instruments will be introduced.
4 PM in the Lamb Room
Refreshments will be served.
Sponsored by the Friends Children's Committee

2007-09-21T15:29:00.000-04:00

Sunday, September 23 ~ Flute Sweets and Tickletoons,
a concert for young children ages 2 to 5 & their parents
1:30 - 2:15 PM in the Curtis Gallery

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library's Children's Committee

2007-08-23T14:42:00.000-04:00

Fall Storytime Registrations

Tuesday, September 11 for age 2

Wednesday, September 12 for ages 3 to 8

@ 9:30 am in the Childrens' Room

Children must be age of class by 9/15/07

2007-08-23T14:27:00.000-04:00

Thursday, September 6

"Moving to the Beat"

Robert the Guitar Guy

for ages 3 to 6 & their parents

@ 10:30 am in the Lamb Room.

2007-05-04T14:02:00.000-04:00

Have you put your

copy on hold?

Call the Library at 594.5002 to place your copy of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the final book in the Harry Potter series, on hold.

Release date: Saturday, July 21 at Midnight

2007-04-20T11:10:00.000-04:00

Singalong with Diane Wells

Monday, April 30
at 10 AM.
In the Children’s
Program Room.

No registration required.

2007-04-20T11:09:00.000-04:00

Young Critics
Book Discussion
Harry Potter and the Order
of the Phoenix
Thursday, April 26
6:30-7:30
Pizza and refreshments
to be served.
Please call 594.5002
to register.

2007-04-20T11:04:00.000-04:00

Sunday April 22
Children’s Author/ Illustrator
Nancy Elizabeth Wallace

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1:30-2:30 pm in the Curtis Gallery.
A very special program for ages
5-8 & their parents.
Call 594.5002 to register for this event.

2007-04-20T10:59:00.000-04:00

Saturday, April 21

Drop-In

Storytime

For children ages 3-8 & their parents.
Stories, songs, a film & lots of fun.
1:30-2:15 pm
In the Children’s Program Room.

2007-02-26T15:28:00.000-05:00

Vacation Week Specials!

Join us during your vacation week here at the Library. We have lots of fun things to do and see and even prizes to give away!

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Monday, March 12 from 1:30-2:00 pm

“Cat in the Hat” film

for ages 4-8 & their parents.

In Celebration of the Book’s 50th Anniversary.
Fun activity sheets will be distributed. Six Dr. Seuss books

will be raffled, too. In the Children’s Program Room.

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Wednesday, March 14
“Magic of Dan Bowen”
An amazing magic program
For ages 5-10.
Don’t miss it.
1:30-2:30 pm
In the Lamb Room.

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Friday, March 16

Game Day

For grades 2-5 from 1:30-3 pm in the Children’s Program Room.
Bring your favorite games to the
Library and some friends. (Checkers, Scrabble, Monopoly, Chess, Candy Land, & puzzles).

Call 594.5002 to register. Cookies & juice will be served.

2007-02-06T13:41:00.000-05:00

Preschool Valentine Craft Workshop

Monday, February 12
9:30-10:15 am or

10:45-11:30 am
In the Children’s

Program Room
No registration

necessary,
participation at a

first-come
first-served basis.

2007-02-06T13:36:00.000-05:00

The Karen Grimes Classic Children's Book Collection is located at the entrance to the Children's Room. This collection is popular with children, parents and grandparents. Please see the librarian for a free booklet detailing this wonderful, special collection.

2007-01-04T18:36:00.000-05:00

Don't forget to sign up your child for Winter Storytimes!

New Canaan Library Children's Room offers organized storytimes

for children ages 2 through grade 3. There is even a book group for those

children in grades 5-8. Please call the Library at 594.5002

for further information.

Registration is taking place now!

2007-01-04T18:13:00.000-05:00

Parlez-vous francais?

New Canaan Library Children's Room is pleased

to present their first

French Storytime!

Saturday, January 20 from 1:30-2:15

In the Children's Program Room

For ages 4-8

Stories, songs and a puppet play based on "Three Bears"

Presented by Kimberely Fox and Julie Currie.

(Snow date 2/10/07)

Please call 594.5002 to register.

2006-12-19T14:34:00.000-05:00

New Canaan Library's Authors on Stage program is pleased to present children's author Michelle Knudsen on Sunday, January 21 at 3:00 pm in the Curtis Gallery. Ms. Knudsen has worked in libraries, publishing houses and bookstores. She is the author of 28 to 38 books (depending on whether you count the coloring books) and a handful of published magazine articles. Please join us for this wonderful event, co sponsored by Elm Street Books, to be followed by an author signing and reception. Please call 594.5002 for further information.

2006-12-19T13:49:00.000-05:00

Finding Nemo... Ice Age... Tarzan... Mulan... A Bug's Life...

Peter de Seve Visits the Library

New Yorker illustrator (just one of his many artistic accomplishments) Peter de Seve hosted a special event for children at the Library on Sunday, December 3rd. After a quick discussion about what makes a great cover for the magazine, Mr. de Seve had the children create their own designs on actual New Yorker covers.

2006-12-19T13:20:00.000-05:00

Nanny Coffee and Tour

On Wednesday, November 29, the librarians at the Children's Room welcomed nannies from 10 different countries and 4 different continents for a nanny coffee and tour. While the adults were given a full tour of the Library and all the wonderful services we offer, the children were attending a special story time. At the conclusion of the event, the nannies were given a New Canaan Library bag filled with library goodies.

2006-08-30T13:43:00.000-04:00

Movies and Popcorn at the Library?
You Bet!

By 10:30 this morning, the Library was filled with the smell of hot popcorn. With a generous gift of a real movie theatre popcorn maker from the Friends of the Library, the children's room hosted 41 children for Foolish Frog, Giggle, Giggle Quack and The Wizard. Hope you all had fun. Let us know!

2006-08-29T15:14:00.000-04:00

What have you read lately?

Have you read a good book recently? Let us know the title and author and even a few sentences describing the book. We'll post your comment so eveyone can read your great book!

2006-08-29T14:16:00.000-04:00

Robert the Guitar Guy

Do we have any budding musicians out there? Do you play the drums, the violin or even the recorder. On Thursday, September 7th at 10:30 am, Robert the Guitar Guy will visit the Library's Lamb Room. With his upbeat personality, preschool children are sure to enjoy this special event. No registration required.

For more information please call 594.5002.