Summer Programs @ the Farmington Libraries

The Farmington Library

6 Monteith Drive

Farmington, CT 06032

860-673-6791

The Barney Library

71 Main Street

Farmington, CT 06032

860-673-6791

Registration begins June 20, 2013

Please register at: www.farmingtonlibraries.org

The “Big Dig” End of Summer

Reading Celebration

Magician Jonathan Jacques presents a

Magic Show, followed by

Ice Cream and a Movie under the stars for summer readers.

Monday, August 19, 6:30 p.m. Registration required. registration

A

Turtle Dance Music Concert Kick off the summer

with songs, comedy and a hands-on musical instrument experience.

Registration required. register Monday, July 1, 11 a.m.

Techie Tots Children ages 2 ½-3 ½ and their caregiver will explore iPad book and learning apps. Sessions limited to six families. We will have one iPad per registered family. Register for one session only. B—Thurs. July 11 @ 2 p.m. register B—Wed. Aug. 14 @ 10 a. m. register C—Wed. Aug. 21 @ 10 a. m. register Tot Time at Barney Children 0-3 and their caregivers enjoy books, puppets, music, rhymes, playtime and socialization in this forty-five minute program. No registration . Tuesday, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Wonderful Ones A fun filled half hour for 12-24 month olds and their caregivers, featuring books, fingerplays, and lots of music. No registration required. Thursdays – July 11, 18, 25, & August 1st, 10:30—11 a.m.

Birth – Three Years Old Special Performers for Ages 3 and Up

Mr. Magic Visits Barney Library Meet Mr. Magic as he showcases magic tricks and unexpected surprises in this family performance.

Tuesday, July 2, 11 a.m., Registration required. registration

Is Your Mama A Llama?

Deb Elias of Country Quilt Llama Farm brings her live llama to the library. Monday, July 8, 11 a.m. Registration limited to 30 children.

Sign-ups required. registration

A Pig and A Pug Dig Into Reading Farmer Minor, accompanied by his pig and his pug, celebrate the joy of reading.

Monday, July 15, 11 a.m. Registration required. registration

The Marvelous Mutts Trained dogs perform their tricks for all ages outside on the lawn.

Wednesday, July 17, 6:30 p.m. Registration required. registration

Sparky’s Puppets @ Barney

A Dig Into Reading puppet show tells the tale of a pirate’s buried treasure. Thursday, July 25, 11:00 a.m. Registration required. registration

Creature Teacher Richard Roth introduces live wildlife in this entertaining, educational program for 3+.

Monday, July 29, 11 a.m. Registration required. registration

Riverside Reptiles Earn a special ticket for summer reading to gain admission to Snakes Alive!

Tuesday, August 6, 11 a.m. Ticket required.

Tots and Tunes Music, movement, play and socialization for toddlers and their caregivers. No registration. Fridays—July 5, 12, 19, and August 2. 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. Tots and Tunes @ Night Music, movement, play and socialization for toddlers and their caregivers. No registration. Tuesday Nights— June 4, 11, 18, 25 July 9, 16 August 6, 13, 20 6:30 p.m. Drop in Storytime 2-2 ½ year olds and their caregivers share songs, puppets, fingerplays, films and fun. No registration . Tuesdays - July 2, 9, 16, & 23, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Potty Training Boot Camp Presented through a collaboration with Bristol Hospital Learn how to make the transition from diapers to potty fun and easy for both parent and child. Registration required. register Thursday, August 15 10 am-11a.m.

Pre-school Story Hour at Barney

Tales, tunes, crafts, films and fun engage 3, 4, and 5 year olds in this thematic story hour. Thursdays-July 11, 18, 25, August 1 and August 8. 9:30 a.m. Registration required registration July 11-Farm Fun

July 18-Clowning Around At The Barney

July 25-Frog Festival

August 1-Dog Day August 8 –The Pop Parade

Fabulous Fours and Fives Four and Five year olds are invited to a program of stories, music, crafts, and films. Registration is required. registration Tuesdays, July 2, 9, 16, & 23, 9:30 a.m. Growing Readers Three, four, and five year olds are invited to a story time full of books, a movie, and a theme-related craft. Registration is required. registration Fridays, 9:30 a.m.

July 5th – Tops and Bottoms July 12th – The Diggers August 2nd – The Great Fuzz Frenzy

Ocean Counting – Aqua Program Meet author Janet Lawler by our library aquarium. She’ll read her new book published by National Geographic, and play some “fishy” games. Ages 3 and up, with a caregiver. Registration is required. registration Tuesday, July 30th, 3:30 p.m. Thrilling 3’s Drop-in program for 3 yr. olds. Enjoy stories, fingerplays, music and a short film. No registration required. registration Wednesdays, 10:30—11:15 a.m. July 3, July 10, July 17, July 24

Preschool Big Dig Party

Join the Fun with “Valentine the Clown”

as we celebrate

the finale of the preschool

Summer Reading program,

and give awards to those

who completed our

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

program. Ages 2-5.

Tickets are required, and will be

available at the Children’s Desk

beginning Monday, July 29th.

Party Date is Monday, August 5

from 10:30a.m.—11:15 a.m.

Ages 3 –5 Years Old Annual Farmington Library Cook and Bake-Off Bring your best creation, either sweet or savory, to our annual Farmington Library cook-off – The theme can be “Summer” or “Dig into Reading”. All ages welcome. No registration required. Tuesday, July 2 , 6 p.m. drop off, 7 p.m. judging & eating. Reading, ‘Rithmetic, and Revelry @ Barney Children ages 2 ½ to 8 years will listen to stories, do a number based activity, and make a memorable craft. No registration required. Wednesdays – 10:30am-11:30am July 3rd - Giant Glow Worm – Decorate your glow worm segment. July 10th – Mike Mulligan – Make a bulldozer with your name on it. July 17th – Owl and Pussycat – Make your own owl puppet with feathers! July 24th – Fairytale Fun – Matching, and a fun craft. July 31st – Zoo Stories – Stories, crafts, and a mystery math problem. August 7th – Going Fishing – Playing cards, and a mystery math problem.

Lunch Bunch at Barney Children ages 3 and up are invited to bring their lunch and enjoy a movie. No registration. Mondays 11:30-1 p.m. July 1st – Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh July 8th – Toys in the Attic July 15th – Toy Story 3 July 22nd – The Secret World of Arrietty July 29th – Rio August 5th – Monsters, Inc. August 12th – Cars 2

Children’s Community Services Showcase Stroll around our booths to discover the wonderful community programs and services you can utilize during the summer. All ages welcome. No registration required Wednesday, June 19th, 6:30-8 p.m. Outdoor Movie Night Gather the family, lawn chairs, and blankets, and come watch a movie under the stars. Popcorn will be popped. Watch the website for movie titles. Registration is required, and children must be accompanied by a caregiver. registration Tuesday, July 23rd, 8 p.m. Monday, August 19th, 8 p.m. Farmington Idol Talent Show Dance, sing, tell jokes, or perform a skit at our annual talent show. Call Vida to reserve your spot on the program. All ages are welcome and children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required. registration Wednesday, August 14th, 7 p.m.

All AGES

Book Buddies Teens will partner with young readers to read together and discover some great stories. Storytelling, crafts and practical reading are all included in this fun-filled hour for ages 5 and up. Registration is required. registration Fridays, July 5, 12, 19, 26, & August 2nd, 10:30 a.m. Summertime Science Summertime’s the perfect time to brush up on some of your science skills. Four through seven year olds are invited to join us for these two fun sessions. Registration is required. registration Wednesdays, 2 p.m.

July 10th – Fascinating Fossils July 31st – Remarkable Rocks

Special K A special program for your soon-to-be Kindergartener. Basic concepts, skills and crafts will be covered using a variety of tactile materials. Ages 5 and up entering Kindergarten. Registration is required. registration Thursdays, August 1, 8, and 15, 2-3 p.m.

Ages 5–6 Years Old

Preparing Healthy Lunches and Meals for School and Home (Presented through a collaboration with Bristol Hospital)

New ideas for snacks, meals, and serving a picky eater will help parents understand what nutrients a child needs and what portion sizes should be served. Registration required. registration Thurs. July 18, 10 am-11 am Safety Around Dogs Children ages 5 and up are invited to attend the American Kennel Club’s Safety Program for children with their caregiver. Your safety begins with you! Activities and lessons with a real live dog! Registration is required. registration Monday, July 22nd, 11 a.m. Jack and the Beanstalk Like You’ve Never Seen It Before Children ages 5 and up are invited to a storytime of Jack and the Beanstalk with a twist, and a craft! Registration is required. registration Thursday, July 25, 2 p.m. Buried Treasure Pirate Scavenger Hunt Ahoy Mates! Dress up as a pirate as we dig for buried treasure! Enjoy a tale or two, and go on a scavenger hunt. Pirate Booty and ale (punch) will be served. Ages 5 and up. Registration is required. registration Wednesday, August 14th, 3-4 p.m.

Ages 7 and up

Paracord Survival Bracelets Learn to make a paracord survival bracelet to bring home. You will also learn about other things you can make with this powerful material. Ages 8-12. Registration is required. registration Monday, July 8th, 2 p.m. Zumba with Miss Kristen Zumba is a fusion of Latin Dance with aerobic exercise. Ages 7 and up are invited to join in the high energy fun. Bring a water bottle, and wear sneakers. Registration is required. registration Tuesday, July 9th, 2 p.m. Thursday, August 8th, 2 p.m. Cupcake Wars II Tweens ages 8-12 are invited to compete in the Farmington Library’s version of Cupcake Wars. Registration is required. registration Wednesday, July 10th, 3 p.m. Tween “Minute to Win-it” Compete to win prizes in this adaptation of the TV game-show. Ages 8-12. Registration is required. registration

Tuesday, August 20, 7:15p.m. Nifty Knitters Come learn to knit or just work on a project together. Bring your own needles and a skein of yarn. No registration . Wednesday, July 10, 17, 24 & 31, 5:30– 6:30 p.m.

Flip Flops that Pop Using ribbons or balloons, create fabulous flip flops. Bring a pair of flip flops. Ages 8 and up. Registration is required. registration Monday, August 5th, 7-8 p.m. Pebble Pins Pick out a rock to paint a design on and make a wearable pin. Ages 8 and up. Registration is required. registration Monday, August 12th, 7-8 p.m. Archaeology Club Let’s dig into the past to uncover artifacts, cave drawings, coins and more. Each day will bring a new discovery. Registration is required. registration Monday—Thursday, Aug. 12—15, 11 a.m. Garden Bingo Play Bingo, win prizes, and build a garden of summer fruits and vegetables. Ages 7 and up. Registration is required. registration Thursday, August 15th, 2 p.m. Friday Afternoon Movies (All movies Rated PG)

Come in, cool off and see a movie at 2pm No registration.

Do not leave your child unattended at the library. 7/12 Walt Disney’s dinosaur: 83 min. 7/19 The Fantastic Mr. Fox : 87 min. 7/26 Hoot: 90 min. 8/2 Nim’s Island: 1hour and 37 min. 8/9 City of Ember: 1 hour and 36 min. 8/16 Spiderwick Chronicles: 1 hr. 36 min.