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Board Games Afternoon

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Let's have fun, make new friends, and play some games! We will have a variety of board and card games to enjoy here at the library. Come as a group to play, or attend alone and joi...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Let's have fun, make new friends, and play some games! We will have a variety of board and card games to enjoy here at the library. Come as a group to play, or attend alone and join others in some friendly competition. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

DIY Watercolor Selfies

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brown Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Turn a selfie into a watercolor self-portrait, with all supplies provided! Artist Nancy Roman will be walking us through all the necessary steps (and it is easier than you think!)....

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Brown Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Turn a selfie into a watercolor self-portrait, with all supplies provided! Artist Nancy Roman will be walking us through all the necessary steps (and it is easier than you think!).

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Toddler Time Storytime

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Toddler Time is for children ages 2 & 3 years and their parents/caregivers. Listen to stories and complete a small craft. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Sou...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Toddler Time is for children ages 2 & 3 years and their parents/caregivers. Listen to stories and complete a small craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Tunes & Tales

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and und...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and under. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Technology Help with James Chapin

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reference Area at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology Help
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Cute Animals Hangout

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Brown Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come hangout with cute animals with Furry Scaly Friends! Meet, interact with, feed snacks to, and pet (as appropriate) a wide variety of animals including ferrets, guinea pigs...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Brown Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Come hangout with cute animals with Furry Scaly Friends!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Stuffie Library Storytime and Sleepover

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Grab your PJs and a stuffed friend and join Miss Jen for a special PJ Storytime with your stuffie! Listen to bedtime stories, songs & rhymes and complete a small craft. After s...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Grab your PJs and a stuffed friend and join Miss Jen for a special PJ Storytime with your stuffie! Listen to bedtime stories, songs & rhymes and complete a small craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

The Story of Ferdinand - Waterbury Symphony Creating Musical Readers

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Creating Musical Readers is a musical literacy program recommended for children ages 8 and under, developed and presented by the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra.  WSO musicians b...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Creating Musical Readers is a musical literacy program recommended for children ages 8 and under, developed and presented by the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra.  WSO musicians bring beloved children’s stories to life, reading aloud and playing

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Make or Take Craft

All Day
Upstairs at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services department on Saturdays for our Make or Take Craft. Make it here or bring home everything you'll need to make a fun and exciting thematic paper craft. Ap...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Upstairs
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services department on Saturdays for our Make or Take Craft. Make it here or bring home everything you'll need to make a fun and exciting thematic paper craft. Appropriate for all ages. Young children may need assistance.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Drop-In Storytime

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft. Craft materials ...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Drop-In Storytime

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft. Craft materials ...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Recycled Robots

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Katie to make recycled robots! We will read "The Little Wooden Robot and the Log Princess" by Tom Gauld and create our own unique robot from recycled materials. This progra...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Join Katie to make recycled robots! We will read "The Little Wooden Robot and the Log Princess" by Tom Gauld and create our own unique robot from recycled materials.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Babies & Books Storytime

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs.  This program is sponsored by the Frie...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Rolie Polie Guacamole Music Concert

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Performances, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for an all-ages children's concert with the popular duo, Rolie Polie Guacamole! Frank Gallo & Andrew Tuzhilin created Rolie Polie Guacamole in 2006 while living in B...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Performances, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Join us for an all-ages children's concert with the popular duo, Rolie Polie Guacamole!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Technology Help with James Chapin

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reference Area at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology Help
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tutor Corner at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
TAB Meeting
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

This is our regular monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting for current members. What is TAB? A group of creative, energetic volunteers in Grades 6-12 who are interested ...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Tutor Corner
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: TAB Meeting
Required
Event Details:

This is our regular monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting for current members.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Toddler Time Storytime

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Toddler Time is for children ages 2 & 3 years and their parents/caregivers. Listen to stories and complete a small craft. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Sou...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Toddler Time is for children ages 2 & 3 years and their parents/caregivers. Listen to stories and complete a small craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Tunes & Tales

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and und...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and under. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Tiny Food Explorers

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking Classes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Tiny Food Explorers for some fun with food! Come and explore new flavors and textures while playing games all about food and MyPlate! You’ll make a hands-on healthy ...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking Classes, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Join Tiny Food Explorers for some fun with food! Come and explore new flavors and textures while playing games all about food and MyPlate! You’ll make a hands-on healthy snack that even the pickiest of eaters will enjoy.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Technology Help with James Chapin

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reference Area at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology Help
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Explorers: Three Cheese Pizza Bites

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking Classes, Summer Reading, Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Food Explorers to make Three Cheese Pizza Bites! You’ll be using crescent roll dough and filling your pizza bites with a delicious three cheese filling. You’ll dunk your chees...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking Classes, Summer Reading, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Join Food Explorers to make Three Cheese Pizza Bites! You’ll be using crescent roll dough and filling your pizza bites with a delicious three cheese filling. You’ll dunk your cheesy pizza bites in marinara sauce to finish off the dish!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Dairy Allergy

Dairy will be present in this program.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

Food Explorers: Pizza Naan Breads

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking Classes
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join Food Explorers for a hands on cooking program! You’ll be making your own dough to make Pizza Naan Breads. You’ll learn how to mix, knead and roll your dough into mini naa...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking Classes
Required
Event Details:

Join Food Explorers for a hands on cooking program! You’ll be making your own dough to make Pizza Naan Breads.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Dairy Allergy

Dairy will be present in this program.

Wheat/Gluten Allergy

Gluten will be present in this program.

First Chapter Friday

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Storytimes, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Looking for something new to read? Join Jen for a sneak-peek, first chapter read-aloud of some of her favorite chapter books! If you love what you hear, you can borrow the book and...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs, Storytimes, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Looking for something new to read? Join Jen for a sneak-peek, first chapter read-aloud of some of her favorite chapter books! If you love what you hear, you can borrow the book and read more. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Family Trivia Night

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for another Family Trivia night! Work together as a family team to answer our trivia questions! We'll have a variety of topics, including kid-centric knowledge, general inf...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Summer Reading
Required
Event Details:

Join us for another Family Trivia night! Work together as a family team to answer our trivia questions! We'll have a variety of topics, including kid-centric knowledge, general information, and questions aimed at parents, too.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

All Ages

This program is for all ages, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.