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Programs & Events

Some of the many programs offered are: storytelling, book groups, drop-in craft programs and a variety of performers. All programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library and are free of charge. Thus, the programs are open to Winchester residents only.

 

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“1, 2, 3…Make Music with Me” Sept. 10

Join us for 1,2, 3…Make Music with Me with Ellen Hoffman on Friday, Sept. 10 at 10:30am. Ellen will introduce the joys of music and musical instruments to children ages 3-5. Sign up in the Children’s Room beginning Monday, Aug. 23.

 

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Stuffed Animals Sleepover at the Library on July 28

On July 28th, the Winchester Public Library continued its celebration of the 2010 summer reading program, Paws, Claws, Scales, and Tales, with a stuffed animal sleepover! Children of all ages brought their favorite stuffed animals to the library for a pajama storytime. After the stories ended, the children tucked in their animals for a sleepover at the library!

The next morning, the children picked up their animals, along with photos detailing their nighttime adventures.

Librarian Molly reads to the children and their animals.

Time for some computer games.

There's nothing like a good book.

Pizza!!

Pretty cozy.

Time to go to sleep.

Storytime Schedule

There will be no more regular storytimes for the summer. Storytimes will start up again after Labor Day.

Pattycake Place, for ages birth – 2 years, takes place every Thursday at 10 a.m. in the picture book room. This popular program encompasses songs, fingerplays and stories, followed by age-appropriate toys, music and lots of sharing. Drop in.

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Library Cards

Children may obtain their first library card at age 4. As they are responsible for the materials borrowed on the child's card, a parent or legal guardian must be present to sign the registration form. In addition, the adult must provide identification showing his/her name and current address.

Computers are available in-house for Internet access, children's games and word processing.

Materials

The Children's Department has:

• books
• books on CD & Playaways
• music on CD
• storytelling on CD
• DVDs
• CD-ROMs
• a Parent-Teacher collection
• travel kits
• "Parent Pack" book kits.
• board books in a bag
• book discussion kits

Outreach to Schools

One of the missions of the Children's Department is to maintain a close relationship with the schools. The librarians work with the school librarians and the teachers to identify materials that will enhance and enrich their classroom work. Unique teacher services include:

• Materials may be borrowed, with a teacher card, for an extended period
• Librarians will create "Teacher Packs" on given themes to extend the curriculum
• Librarians will give tours of the library, tailored to specific age groups
• Visits to the school can include special programs, booktalks and storytimes

Events:

Online Book Lists

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check the Library's monthly list of New Children's Books and A-V Materials. You can request the titles on the lists online. You can sign up to receive the list of the Library's New Children's Books and A-V Materials by e-mail each month.

And, view and print out copies of these special lists:

Terrific Toddler Books

Books for Ages 3 to 5

Concepts

Classic Picture Books

Picture Books for Older Children

Read-Alouds for Family Sharing

Bridge Books

3rd-4th Grade Fiction

5th Grade Fiction