Children in grades K-5 who would like to learn how to play chess or improve their beginner game are invited to the Children’s Room at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. For more details, please visit or call the Children’s Room (781-388-0803).
On Thursday, August 10, at 3:00 p.m., Wingmasters will present its educational program, North American Birds of Prey, which features a variety of real birds of prey and provides lots of interesting information about these magnificent raptors. (Please note: because of the nature of the program, the room needs to be calm and quiet, so this program is not appropriate for children younger than 6.)
For ages 6-11. This FREE program is sponsored by Preotle, Lane & Associates.
Don’t miss the tie-dying fun, starting at 2:30pm on Wednesday, August 2! Kids will be able to choose their own colors and tie-dye pattern to create their own personally-designed t-shirt. Sign-up is required: call the Children’s Room at 781-388-0803 to reserve a spot in one of the sessions and let us know child’s t-shirt size! There will be three sessions to choose from: 2:30, 3:00, and 3:30pm. (The process can get messy, so be sure to wear clothes that won’t mind a possible stain.) This tie-dying activity is appropriate for kids ages 4-10 and will take place on the front lawn of the library.
This program is funded by Preotle, Lane & Associates, Ltd.
From July 10 through August 14, we’ll be offering various craft activities in the Program Room on Monday afternoons from 3:00 to 4:00 pm. Visit the children’s room to see what Panda has crafted this week!
Children will learn about a variety of mammals and reptiles in this hands-on live animal program, presented by Curious Creatures. Recommended for ages 4-10. Funded by Preotle, Lane & Associates.
We’ll supply the LEGO bricks, and children can have fun using their imaginations and creating their own LEGO projects on Thursday, July 13, at 3:00 p.m. Recommended for ages 5-10.
Through Me to You Puppetry is coming to our library on Tuesday, July 11, at 10:30 am! Join Newton and his puppet friends as they take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the 30-minute show, the kids are invited to say “hi” to Newton and give him a high-five. Kids can stay afterwards and play with some of Newton’s puppets during a hands-on Puppet Free-Play session! Recommended for ages 4-7.
This program is supported by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Scott Martell will be performing his brand of magical entertainment on Tuesday, July 18 at 3pm. Enjoy a family magic show featuring comedy and surprises for all ages!
This program is funded by Preotle, Lane & Associates.
Lindsay’s funny, fast paced, and highly interactive variety show delights the young and the young at heart! Kids will meet several larger-than-life, hand-crafted puppets. Maybe a dancing robot, a shy dragon, a heroic tiger, or a singing dinosaur! Come find out who’s making an appearance this time!
Lindsay has been performing full time since 2011. Through animated storytelling and thoughtful messaging, she hopes to inspire creative play, resilience, and empathy in even the youngest. She also believes shared joy and laughter strengthens communities. This program is a great fit for ages 3-8 and families.
This program is funded by Preotle, Lane & Associates.
Young children and their caregivers are invited to join us in the Children’s Room every Friday, 11:00-11:30 a.m., for Arabic stories and songs. No registration necessary.