Kids – North Branford Libraries

Teddy Bear Clinic @ SMITH
Join us for a hands-on teddy bear clinic on Thursday January 15 where children will experience a medical check-up through the stuffed animal they bring! Children what to expect when it comes to visiting the doctor while getting real life experience with medical tools.
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Read with Libby @ ATW & SMI
Spend a Monday and a few Thursdays in January with Libby, a certified therapy dog that cannot wait to meet 3rd thru 5th graders! Registration for specific time slots is necessary. Please call the location you want to read at and ask for our children’s librarians OR access their emails directly.
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Afternoon Little Makers @ SMITH
Each Little Maker’s session will have a simple craft activity that we do together. On Monday January 26 we will be making a Snowy Day painting inspired by the picture book. Recommended for children ages 2 – 6.
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Wacky Wildlife @ ATWATER
Animal lovers, head to Atwater Library on Tuesday January 13 to learn fun and interesting facts about moose. Participants will also make a moose to take home. Meant for ages 6 – 12
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Saturday Dance Mode @ ATW
Get ready to dance, sing and play instruments in this family-oriented program with Miss Carlye at Atwater Library. This weekend storytime will be held on Saturday January 17 at 10:30AM. Recommended for ages 18 months and up.
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Saturday Storytime @ SMITH
Join Miss Mary the 2nd Saturday in January for 30 minutes of stories, music, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or caregiver.
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T.A.B Meeting @ SMITH
Are you looking to give back to your community and have say in what your public library offers for teens? If you are in grades 7 – 12 you are invited to North Branford Public Libraries T.A.B. on Thursday January 8 at 2:30PM.
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Upcoming Events

Jan7

Afternoon Dance Mode

This program at the library is called...Dance Mode! Get ready to dance, sing, and play instruments in this family-oriented program!

This program is recommended for ages 18 months and up.

Siblings are welcome!

Registration is not required.

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4:30pm - 5:00pm View Details

Jan8

Bowties and Books

Put on your most elegant bowties and fanciest tutus (or whatever you find comfortable)! Then, join us for songs, stories, and silliness!

This program is recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years with a parent or caregiver.

Registration is not required.

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10:30am - 11:00am View Details

Jan8

Read with Libby

Children in grades 3-5 are invited to take turns reading to Libby, a trained therapy dog.

Reading to a therapy dog is a great way to boost reading skills in children, develop emotional and social skills, and encourage a love of reading! Please bring a favorite book to read or pick one out in the library before the event.

Registration is Required!

To register email Mary Willhelm at mwillhelm@nbranfordlibraries.org

5:00pm - 6:00pm View Details

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Coolmath

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Connecticut History

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Khan Academy Kids

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