Just a Story and a Song!
Wednesday, January 2, 10:15 a.m.

Join us for a thirty minute all ages storytime.  We’ll enjoy a story (or two) and a song (or two) to welcome in the morning.

Family Storytime
Every Thursday, 6:30 p.m.

Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round.

Sewing Basics
Saturday, January 5, 10:15 a.m.
Learn the basics of sewing.  You will be making your own mini stuffed pillow.  Registration for budding tailors in grades 3-6 begins December 22.


Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Winter Drop-in Weekly Storytimes
January 7 - February 28
Our regular Fall weekly storytimes for ages 9 months through 6 years.  To choose the right one for your child, pick up a detailed schedule in the Children’s Department or check our webpage at www.newingtonct.gov/library.

Play with Us!
Tuesdays, January 8 - February 26, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.

Join us for this program geared for families with young children who have special needs.  Meet with birth to three-year-old resource professionals and socialize with your peers.  All are welcome.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Partnered with Creative Interventions, LLC.

Movers and Shakers: A Musical Storytime
Tuesday, January 8, 12:00 p.m.

Children ages 2-4 and a caregiver are invited to experience music in this high energy program.  Come sing, explore instruments and rhythm patterns, dance and more.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Junior Cookbook Club
Wednesday, January 9, 6:30 p.m.

Join us as we read the book Marigold Bakes a Cake by Mike Malbrough and then make mug cakes.  Please bring a microwave safe mug from home.  Registration for Junior Chefs in grades K-2 begins December 26.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Pajama Music
Mondays, January 14 – February 11, 6:00 p.m. (No Class January 21)

Children ages 2 - 4 and a caregiver are invited to experience music together.  We will sing, explore instruments and rhythm patterns, and listen to great music that will get you moving and dancing.  Finally, we will wind down with a bedtime story.  Come join the fun!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Stories and Art
Tuesday, January 15,12:00 p.m.

Join us for a story and art program for children ages 2–4 and a caregiver.  Please call to register beginning January 2.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Lucy’s Chess and Checkers Club
Wednesday, January 16, 4:00 p.m.

Like to play chess and/or checkers?  We will set up our program room with sets and a knowledgeable adult and teens who can provide basic assistance.  Snacks will be available.  Bring a friend or find one here!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Cookbook Club
Wednesday, January 16, 6:30 p.m.

We’re making mug cakes!  Please bring a microwave safe mug from home.  Registration for chefs in grades 3–6 begins January 2.


Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Tales to Tails
Thursday, January 17, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Children who love dogs or need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 15 minute session reading to Ellie, a certified therapy dog.  Please call to register beginning January 3.

Donated by Natalie Harbeson.

Tales to Tails
Saturday, January 19, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

Children who love dogs or need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 15 minute session
reading to a certified therapy dog.  Please call to register beginning January 5.

Sponsored by Cold Noses, Warm Hearts, Inc.

Li’l Chefs
Wednesday, January 23, 6:00 p.m.

Little kids can cook too!  This new program is for preschoolers, ages 3 – 4 years old and caregivers.  We will start with a story and then make “ugly bug” treats.  Yum!  Registration begins January 9.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Building with LEGO® Bricks
Saturday, January 26, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Come to our monthly gathering to build projects with LEGO® bricks. Due to safety concerns, infants and toddlers will not be allowed in the room.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Get Your Craft On!
Tuesday, January 29, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Join us for various stations of different types of crafts.  Registration for kids K – 6 begins January 15.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.