The Children's Room of the Oyster Bay - East Norwich Public Library is dedicated to serving young people from infancy to 5th grade, as well as parents, caregivers, and teachers. We make every effort to satisfy the educational and entertainment needs of the children of our community by providing reference and reader's advisory services, books, videos, musical recordings, computer programs, and toys. In addition, an Online Public Access Catalog, a CD-ROM computer with a printer, and Internet stations are available for children's use.
2008 Summer Reading Club Kick-OffMonday, June 30
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Upcoming Programs
Storytimes
Wednesdays, July 16 - August 6
Registration begins June 25 for Mother Goose Time (9-23 mos) and Toddler Time (24-35 mos). See newsletter calendar for times. Due to limited space only those preregistered will be admitted.
Book Buddies
Wednesdays, July 16 - August 6
11:15 - 11:45 am
Young Adult volunteers will read books of your child’s choice in a one-on-one setting in the community room. A selection of books will be provided. For children ages 3-5 years. Registration begins June 25.
Bug Bites
Tuesday, July 8
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Children ages 4 and up will learn about the amazing lives of bugs, insects and spiders with the Long Island Children’s Museum and will create their own imaginary bug. Registration began in June.
Pajama Party
Thursday, July 10
7:00 - 7:30 pm
Children ages 3-6 can come in their pajamas for stories, snacks and music! Registration began in June.
Me & My Computer
Friday, July 18.
In this hands-on computer class, children (ages 2 1/2 - 5 years) and their caregivers will learn the parts of a computer and work with the mouse, disks, programs and more. Computers will be provided; no experience necessary. Sign up for one of four 20 minute sessions - 10:00 - 10:20, 10:30 - 10:50, 11:00 - 11:20, 11:30 - 11:50. Registration began in June.
Fun in the Sun
Saturday, July 26
10:30 - 11:30 am
Children ages 3-5 (with adult) will enjoy some stories about picnics and decorate a mini picnic basket and sippy cup. We’ll fill the basket with treats to take along on your very own picnic! Registration begins July 5.
Book Discussion: The Giggler Treatment by Roddy Doyle
Tuesday, July 29
7:00 pm
Children entering grades 3-5 will discuss the book, play Giggler Jeopardy and have a biscuit (cookie) tasting. Registration begins July 8. Copies of the book available at the circulation desk.
Get Buggy with Molly Mouse
Thursday, July 31
10:30 - 11:15 am
Come sing, dance and play with Musical Moppets and make a buggy craft. For kids ages 18 months - 5 years (with adult). Registration begins July 10.
The Bugliest Bug
Saturday, August 2
10:30 - 11:30 am
Who is the bugliest bug? Children entering grades K - 2 are invited to the library to find out! They will also make a bug craft and snack on bug cupcakes. Registration begins July 13.
Mad Science Bug Workshop
Monday, August 4
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Kids entering kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to join Mad Science to learn about how bugs can be helpful to our environment and bring home your own bug box. Registration begins July 14.
Pajama Storytime
Monday, August 11
7:00 pm
Children from 9 months - 3 years (with adult) are invited to wear their pj’s and bring their favorite stuffed animal to listen to some bedtime books and enjoy a snack. Registration begins July 21.
Book Discussion: Johnny Appleseed
Tuesday, August 12
4:00 pm
Discuss the book, make an edible apple craft and enjoy apple snacks. For children entering grades 1-3. Registration begins July 22. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk.
Going on a Picnic
Wednesday, August 20
10:30 - 11:00 am
Dara Linthwaite will teach children (birth - 5 years) songs and fingerplays about this favorite summer activity. Registration begins July 30.
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Children’s Summer Movies
Fridays at 2:00 pm Children under 9 years must be accompanied by an adult. July 11 - The Game Plan (PG, 110 min). In this hilarious and heartwarming family comedy, one of sport’s toughest players ever (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson) takes on his biggest challenge yet -- fatherhood! July 25 - Mr Magorium’s Wonder Emporium (G, 94 min). Dustin Hoffman stars as an eccentric 243-year-old owner of a magical toy store. He has lived a long and happy life and is content to leave his emporium to his employee Molly Mahoney (Natalie Portman). August 8 - The Water Horse (PG, 112 min). Angus discovers a mysterious egg that hatches a sea creature of Celtic mythology. August 22 - The Spiderwick Chronicles (PG, 101 min). Three siblings find themselves in conflict with creatures from a hidden world when they discover an field guide in the attic. |
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