It's summer - and that means it's Summer Reading Program time @ the Library! Click here to get to our Summer Reading Program Page. Have questions? We're here to help! Contact the Youth Services Department, 883-4723, option 3 or by email: kids [at] scarboroughlibrary.org.
 | Baby Lapsit |
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We will be back July 2 thru August 16, 2019! Join Marilyn for this story time for our littlest library visitors filled with Nursery rhymes, movement activities, songs, and finger play. Tuesdays at 9:30am. Ages birth to 18 months with an adult. |
 | Coding with Robots |
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Learn about simple robotics and coding with our fun little robots on two Friday afternoons in July. Registration required. |
 | Family Craft Night |
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This fun “drop in” craft time offers family time to unplug, unwind, and explore your artistic side together! |
 | Meet and Greet |
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Special guests from around town will read a story and share something special about what they do! |
 | Minecraft @ The Library |
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Our next Minecraft Miner day is Sunday, June 30 - then we'll take a break in July and August. See the Youth Tech page for "Youth Tech with Tom" events planned for the summer! Explore the library's own dedicated Minecraft server during our monthly Minecraft Miner Days - the 4th Sunday of the month! |
 | Minecraft Coding |
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Practice some real computer coding by creating a plug-in for Minecraft. |
 | Pajamarama |
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Storytime and crafts in pajamas for ages 4 and up every first Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm - presented by Sarah. |
 | Pen Pals Exchange |
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Join our Pen Pal Exchange and make new friends around the country! |
 | Reading Therapy Dog Session |
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Register your child for a 15 minute session to read to a gentle therapy dog |
 | Rhymin' Time Story Time |
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We will be back July 2 thru August 13, 2019! Join Marilyn for our weekly story time for toddlers offers picture books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Tuesdays at 10:30am. Ages 18 months and up with an adult. |
Here are lists of award winning books to help you earn this badge:
Sunday, June 23rd
New Schedule: Every Fourth Sunday of the month starting January 28, 2018! Explore the Library’s Minecraft world created by our volunteer “tech teens!.” We’ll begin with a session just for beginners at 1:00 PM, then everyone can join in starting at 2:00 PM. If you’ve created your own Minecraft world, bring it along to show others on our big screen! Computers will be available, or you can bring your own laptop. No sign up is needed—just drop in! Please remember that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tuesday, June 25th
Join us for this special play-based family time from 9:30am to 11am. Bring your wee ones - from birth to age 5 - and explore developmental “play stations.” As you move through the stations, pre-school educator Kate Williams-Hewitt will share verbal exercises useful in mediating child conflict resolution and encouraging child to child communication.This event is free to attend.
Wednesday, June 26th
Kerry Goulder, founder of Kid Kiddy, will guide us in creating small Banners of Hope that will hang in the Youth Room over the summer. Fabric and supplies will be provided. Pre-registration required.
Thursday, June 27th
Special Guest: Police Chief Robbie Moulton. Special guests from around town will read a story and share something special about what they do! Complete list of all guests available on our Meet & Greet page.
Tuesday, July 2nd
Nursery rhymes and movement activities with Marilyn
Nursery rhymes, movement activities, songs, finger play with Marilyn. Every Tuesday - Rhymin' Time Story Time Meeting Room 10:30 AM Ages 18 months to 3 years with an adultLearn More
Pajamas in the library? Absolutely! Children ages 4 and up are invited to wear their coziest pajamas and bring their favorite thing to cuddle for this special story time filled with books and crafts, presented by Sarah. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required by calling the Youth Room at 883-4723 option 3, or emailing kids@scarboroughlibrary.org
Tuesday, July 9th
Nursery rhymes and movement activities with Marilyn
Nursery rhymes, movement activities, songs, finger play with Marilyn. Every Tuesday - Rhymin' Time Story Time Meeting Room 10:30 AM Ages 18 months to 3 years with an adultLearn More
Join us for an evening of “unplugged” together time and creativity! Sarah has planned a fun Family Craft Night with an airplane theme...paper airplanes to be specific. Use folding techniques to create a variety of gliding paper airplanes. Register to attend by emailing kids@scarboroughlibrary.org or call 883-4723 option 3.
Thursday, July 11th
Special Guest: Sarah Coburn of Frith Farm. Special guests from around town will read a story and share something special about what they do! Complete list of all guests available on our Meet & Greet page.
Friday, July 12th
Many of you know Gracie—a therapy dog who has visited us many times with her owner, Pat Touri. She will be joined by Emmie and her owner Mindy Beller to offer children who are reluctant readers with a powerful way to improve their reading skills: reading to the dogs in a private, cozy nook created just for them. To register your child for a 15 minute session, call 883-4723 opt. 3, or email kids@scarboroughlibrary.org
Learn coding by training Bill, Widget, Jack, Jill and our other robots -- or bring your own Dash or Dot! Must be coming or going into Grades 1 through 6. Register at https://www.scarboroughlibrary.org/youthtech/events/series/coding-robots/coding-robots-registration-form. You can also email Tom Corbett at tcorbett@scarboroughlibrary.org with questions. Limited to 12 participants.
Tuesday, July 16th
Nursery rhymes and movement activities with Marilyn
Nursery rhymes, movement activities, songs, finger play with Marilyn. Every Tuesday - Rhymin' Time Story Time Meeting Room 10:30 AM Ages 18 months to 3 years with an adultLearn More
We're very excited to welcome Karen Richards Toothaker back to the Library! Join Karen as she shares her picture book The Rag Doll Gift—then create a rag doll with your child(ren) using fabric and other materials provided by Karen. Appropriate for families with children ages 5 and up, although younger children are also welcome with parent’s help. To register, call 883-4723 opt. 3 or email kids@scarboroughlibrary.org.
Thursday, July 18th
Special Guest: Julie Campilio - Yoga Instructor. Special guests from around town will read a story and share something special about what they do! Complete list of all guests available on our Meet & Greet page.
