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WINTER 2012

Storytime Registration
starts Wednesday, January 4

Storytime is fun but did you know that it also prepares your child to read and helps in developing important early literacy skills*? It's true! By using fun, interactive, age-appropriate activities, Seekonk Library's storytimes will not only help your children discover a world of books, they will also get children off to a great start in becoming life-long readers.

* see a Youth Services Librarian for details

STORYTIMES

LAPSIT
Books, fingerplays, simple rhymes and songs create a
program that focuses on language-building play for children birth to 2 1/2.
Mondays at 10:30 am followed by optional playgroup
January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 27, March 5
No storytime Monday, February 20 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Lottery registration starts Wednesday, January 4
Placement preference is given to Seekonk residents.

TODDLER
Stories, fingerplays and a simple craft for children ages
2 years 6 months to 3 years 6 months.
Tuesdays at 10:30 am
January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 28, March 6
No storytime Tuesday, February 21 (school vacation week)
Lottery registration starts Wednesday, January 4
Placement preference is given to Seekonk residents.

PRESCHOOL
Stories, arts and crafts and reading related activities
for children 3 years 6 months to 5 years 6 months
Wednesdays at 1:30 pm
January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 29, March 7
No storytime Wednesday, February 22 (school vacation week)

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Thursdays at 10:30 am
January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 30, March 8
No storytime Thursday, February 23 (school vacation week)
Lottery registration starts Wednesday, January 4
Placement preference is given to Seekonk residents.

Registration for Storytimes begins Wednesday, January 4
TO REGISTER ONLINE, go to
Seekonkpl.org...click Calendar of Events (on right)
then click on the program's start date

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THE BOOK BUNCH!
Kindergarten — Grade 2 Wednesdays at 3:45 pm
A program just for beginning readers! Enjoy hearing popular Easy Readers then choose favorite books to take home. Includes a craft, too!
A bunch of books, a bunch of children and
A whole lot of fun– it's the Book Bunch!
January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 29, March 7
No storytime Wednesday, February 22 (school vacation week)
Register starting Wednesday, January 4

PARENT/CHILD BOOK CLUB
Meets monthly on Mondays at 6:30 pm, Grades 4 and up
Join Danielle Kinney and her daughter Maddy for a great book,
a lively discussion and a book related activity.
New members always welcome!
January 23- Mission Unstoppable by Dan Gutman
February 27-The Name of This Book is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch
March 26- School of Fear by Gitty Daneshvari
April 23- The Girl Who Could Fly by Victoria Forester

SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR WINTER 2012

Kid's Favorites Movie Marathon
Wednesday, December 28 10 am - 6 pm
Let us know which movies YOU'D like to see!!!

Rocket Making with Don Morrison
Monday, January 23 at 4 pm
Children in grades 2 and up will make a Rubber Band Powered Rocket then participate in target games and distance competitions. Space is limited. Registration required.

Calligraphy Workshop for Kids
Tuesdays, January 24 - February 14 at 4 pm
Discover the art of calligraphy with Sara Martinho-Johnson.
Improve handwriting, enhance creativity and create projects. Fun!
All materials provided. Grades 4 and up. Space is limited.

Chess Club
Fridays, January 13 - February 17 at 3:45 pm
"Chessmasters" Jonathan Mingo and Michael Hinton will teach
beginners how to play chess while coaching others on how to improve their game. Grades 3 and up. Registration required.

Saturday Movie Matinee at 1 pm
January 21***February 18***March 17
An assortment of new releases and "fan favorites."
We can't mention the titles so call the Library to find out what's playing!
All ages. Free and open to the public. No registration required.

Happy Leap Year!!!
Wednesday, February 29 at 3:45 pm
Celebrate Leap Year 2012 with a LEAP FROG PARTY!!!
Enjoy stories, a craft and a snack. And, yes, wear green!!!
All ages. Registration required.

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PRESCHOOL FAIR
Saturday, February 4, 10 am - 12 noon (snow date February 11)
Meet representatives from local preschools and day-care centers to get the information you need. A craft area will be available for
children while parents browse.

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SCHOOL VACATION WEEK PROGRAMS

Princess Storytime Tuesday, February 21 at 3 pm
Princess stories, a special craft and a "royal" princess favor. All are invited to wear something special or pink! All ages. Registration required.

Movie Marathon Wednesday, February 22 from 11 am - 6 pm
Call (508) 336-8230 ext 140 for titles.

Pirate Storytime Thursday, February 23 at 3 pm
Pirate tales, a special craft and maybe even a treasure.
Wear black. All ages. Registration required.

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FAMILY NIGHTS!!

Entertaining, educational and great for all ages!
Registration for Family Nights is NOT required.
Free and open to the public.
Sponsored by The Friends of Seekonk Public Library

TUESDAY, December 27 at 6:30 pm
Sparky's Puppets Stories From Snowy Lands
Watch Jack Frost bring a snowman to life- see "The Shoemaker and the Elves". Funded by The Friends of Seekonk Library

Monday, January 30 at 6:30 pm
Dinoman-Dinosaurs!
Have no fear, Dinoman is here! With magic, merry mayhem and
magnificent props, the audience is taken on a trip throughout the
Mesozoic Era. Features life-sized dinosaurs!!

Monday, February 27 at 6:30 pm
Pumpernickel Puppets
Join us for the fast-paced tale of Sir George and the Dragon which includes colorful puppets, lively voices and wonderful sound
effects, all with audience participation!

Monday, March 26 at 6:30 pm
Potato Chip Science
Chips as experimental research material? Yes! Join Allen Kurzweil
to also learn how discarded bags, lids and tubes can be turned into chip mobiles, sound spinners, confetti cannons and many other objects of creativity!

Monday, April 30 at 6:30 pm
Hampstead Stage Co.
Join us for a live theatrical production of Robin Hood, an adventurous
tale of bravery, perseverance and leadership.

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TUMBLEBOOKS
Tumblebooks...Online, All the Time!
The Tumblebooks collection offers books and games that support all levels of literacy. From children who are just learning to read to more advanced readers, there’s something for everyone! See the collection at seekonkpl.org and look for the TumbleBooks icon on the Children’s page!

If patrons have a special physical or communication need that may affect their participation in Seekonk Library services or activities, they should contact the Library staff to discuss accomodations. Seekonk Library cannot ensure the availability or appropriate accomodations without prior notification of need.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS -- Link to other library programming information

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