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.
This Chinese storytelling program takes place on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, 10:00-10:45 a.m., and offers an opportunity for our little readers to experience Chinese culture and develop early Chinese literacy skills in a fun way by singing catchy songs and hearing simple stories.
For more information, call the Chinese Culture Connection: 781-321-6316
Join Mayor Gary Christenson for a special storytime on Thursday, May 11, at 10:30 a.m. The Mayor will read aloud from some fun new picture books and be available to answer any questions that children might have about what a mayor does. This program is recommended for ages 3-5+. Preschool groups are welcome (just call the Children’s Room in advance).
Children are invited to join us on Tuesday, April 18, at noon and meet local children’s book author, Christine Ricci-McNamee. She will be reading from her two picture books, Logan and the Lost Luggage and Louella and the Librarian. Afterwards, she will be available to talk with children about the process of writing a book, sign books, and answer any questions. Her books will be available for purchase. Most appropriate for ages 5-7
Craft time with Panda is a drop-in program that is offered on alternating Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. (December 9, January 6, January 20, etc.). Recommended for children ages 3-5+.
Beginning October 20, this book club for 2nd and 3rd graders will meet monthly on the third Thursday of the month at 4:00pm for 45 minutes. The program will include an informal book discussion, some snacks, and a book-related activity when appropriate. Sign up at the Children’s Room desk or by calling the Children’s Room at 781.388.0803. Regular attendance is encouraged. Pick up the book from the Children’s Room desk 2-3 weeks before the club meeting.
October 20 selection: The Bad Guys by Aaron Blabey – Author interview – Video: “How to Draw Mr. Shark”
November 17 selection: The Trouble with Chickens by Doreen Cronin – Author interview – Author discusses The Trouble with Chickens – How to make an origami bookmark
December 15 selection: Dragonbreath by Ursula Vernon
January 19 selection: I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919 by Lauren Tarshis
February 16 selection: Alvin Ho – Allergic to Girls, School and Other Scary Things by Lenore Look
March 16 selection: Grilled Cheese and Dragons (Princess Pulverizer series) by Nancy Krulik
April 20 selection: Inspector Flytrap by Tom Angleberger & Cece Bell
May 18 selection: 8 Class Pets + 1 Squirrel ÷ 1 Dog = CHAOS by Vivian Vande Velde