March & April Programs for Children and Families

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1 Downtown Library 500 Main Street Hartford, CT hplct.org M-Th 10-8, F & Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5 Programs for All Ages Saturday, March 11, 2:30-3:30 Spring Celebration! Saturday, April 8, 2:30-3:30 Día Family Reading Celebration diverse books, languages and cultures! Join us for shared read-alouds of outstanding multicultural books, make a multicultural crown and check out books from our special Día Family Bookshelf. Wednesday, April 26, 5:30-7:30 Leap Into Learning Programs for Birth-5 Sensational Sensory Wednesdays Interactive play time for children. Each week children will enjoy a new and exciting sensory, hands-on learning activity. Every Wednesday 11:00-12:00 Every Child Ready to Read Storytime An interactive program based on the five practices of the Every Child Ready to Read initiative: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. Listen to stories, learn finger plays, and sing songs. Fridays March 3, 24 & 31, April 21 & 28 11:00-12:00 First Friends Play Group Our play and picture book areas are reserved for you! Share toys, books, and music while your child meets other children. Mondays, March 6, 13 & 27, April 3 & 17 11:00-12:00 Leo Lionni's Animal Friends Celebrate the art and stories of author/illustrator Leo Lionni with stories and activities. Friday, March 17, 11:00-12:00 Need a little help getting started with your assignments? Drop in after school for a snack and homework supplies to help you get going. Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00-4:00 Drawing Tutorial Ages 6 and up. A beginner drawing class for elementary students. Join teen artist, Kahairi Kirlew at his drawing table and learn the art of drawing using basic shapes and other techniques with simple instructions. All materials provided. Mondays and Wednesdays 1:00-6:00 pm Saturdays 10:00 am -5:00 pm Read with Gizmo Have a reluctant reader at home? Bring him/her every first and third Saturday to meet Gizmo and her handler Jen. Call for an appointment time between 12:30-2:00 or just drop in for a session. March 4 & 18 and April 1 & 15, 12:30-2:00 p.m. Legos in the Library We have Legos and a challenge for you. What will you create? Do you have what it takes to be a master builder? Every Tuesday in March & April, 3:30-4:30 Have you ever thought about being a Crime Scene Investigator? Now is your chance to see if you have what it takes! Wednesday, March 8, 2:00-3:00 Seed Pods Stop by your local library and make your own Seed Pod, a neat package of flower seeds and soil that are easy to grow. Learn about the importance of working to save our planet and some simple ways you can help every day. Monday, April 10, 2: Celebrate National Library Week with your favorite librarians! Enjoy a fun story with songs and movement, then create your very own library card holder. Thursday, April 13, 2:00-3:00 Whoever You Are! Join us for an interactive reading of Mem Fox's Whoever You Are! We celebrate all the different kinds of children in our community and all over the world, whoever and wherever they are. Monday, April 10, 11:00-12:00

2 Albany Branch 1250 Albany Avenue Hartford, CT hplct.org Born to Read Storytime and Play Group Inspire, stimulate and create a love of reading in your child by visiting the library for developmentally appropriate stories, songs and finger plays. There will be bubbles and parachute games with time for socialization and play time afterwards. No registration is required. Wednesdays, March 8 & 22 and April 5 & 19,11:30-12:00 Need a little help getting started with your assignments? Drop in after school for a snack and homework supplies to help you get going. Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 Thursday, March 2nd with books, games, and wacky fun! Thursday, March 2, 4:30-5:30 Read an E-Book Week Reading an E-Book is the perfect way to take a library book on the go, whether you re on vacation or just don t have room for another book in your bag. Did you know that you can use your library card to check them out? Come find out how in this super simple workshop. Monday, March 6, 4:30-5:30 International Women's Day Celebration On March 8th, celebrate and honor the accomplishments of women with books and learning activities at the library! Large or small, women make a difference in our communities and the world! Wednesday, March 8, 4:30-5:30 Just Weave It! Learn about the ancient art of weaving and create a simple weaving loom from ordinary drinking straws. Then make a colorful woven friendship bracelet or a bookmark to take home. Wednesday, March 15, 4:30-5:30 Duct Tape Roses Celebrate the coming of spring by crafting a beautiful rose out of duct tape. You can choose to make a wearable rose ring or a functional flower pen. Monday, March 20, 4:30-5:30 Automatic Drawing Game March is Youth Art Month! Jumpstart your creativity by utilizing a fun drawing technique invented by Surrealists known as Automatic Drawing. This style of drawing begins with no preconceived subject or composition in mind. All you need to do is let your hand go and have fun! Wednesday, March 22, 4:30-5:30 Strong Girls Zine Making It s Women s HERstory Month at the library! From celebs to public figures to the leading ladies in our own lives, we ll make mini magazines to celebrate our favorite strong women. Monday, March 27, 4:30-5:30 Looking on the Bright Side March is Optimism Month! Studies have shown that people who have a positive outlook live happier and less stressful lives. Join us for some fun activities that ll have you turning lemons into lemonade in no time! Thursday, March 30, 4:30-5:30 Have you ever thought about being a Crime Scene Investigator? Now is your chance to see if you have what it takes! Monday, April 3, 4:30-5:30 Poetry Power Celebrate National Poetry Month all month long at the library! Learn how to create blackout poetry sheets to form unique poems -- or make your own compositions with paper and pen. Wednesday, April 5, 4:30-5:30 Legos in the Library We have Legos and a challenge for you. What will you create? Do you have what it takes to be a master builder? Wednesday April 12, 4:30-5:30 Celebrate National Library Week with your favorite librarians! Enjoy a fun story with songs and movement, then create your very own library card holder. Thursday, April 13, 4:30-5:30 Pack-a-Punch of Nutrition Hands on, healthy snack prep practice for you at the library brings nocook, nutritious and tasty veggie and bean snacks to make and to eat. Monday, April 17, 4:30-5:30 Jewelry Club Create your own piece of jewelry using our tools and materials. Wednesday, April 19, 4:30-5:30 Earth Day Learn about the importance of working to save our planet and some simple ways you can help every day. We will create a seed starter out of recycled materials that you can bring home and watch grow. Friday, April 21, 2:00-4:00 Seed Pods Stop by your local library and make your own Seed Pod, a neat package of flower seeds and soil that are easy to grow. Learn about the importance of working to save our planet and some simple ways you can help every day. Friday, April 28, 2:00-4:00

3 Blue Hills Branch 649 Blue Hills Ave hplct.org M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat & Sun Leap Into Learning Programs for Birth-5 Born to Read Storytime and Play Group Inspire, stimulate and create a love of reading in your child by visiting the library for developmentally appropriate stories, songs and finger plays. There will be bubbles and parachute games with time for socialization and play time afterwards. No registration is required. Thursdays, March 9 & 23 and April 6 & 20 11:30-12:00 Celebrate READ ACROSS AMERICA and Dr. Seuss birthday on Thursday, March 2nd with books, games, and wacky fun! Thursday, March 2, 4:30-5:30 Yoga Time Yoga is great for keeping your body healthy and your mind relaxed. Come learn some fun poses, no special mat or experience needed! Thursday, March 9, 4:30-5:30 Thursday, April 13, 4:30-5:30 Duct Tape Roses Celebrate the coming of spring by crafting a beautiful rose out of duct tape. You can choose to make a wearable rose ring or a functional flower pen. Thursday, March 23, 4:30-5:30 Earth Day Learn about the importance of working to save our planet and some simple ways you can help every day. We will create a seed starter out of recycled materials that you can bring home and watch grow. Thursday, April 20, 4:30-5:30 Just Weave It! Learn about the ancient art of weaving and create a simple weaving loom from ordinary drinking straws. Then make a colorful woven friendship bracelet or a bookmark to take home. Thursday, April 27, 4:30-5:30

4 Camp Field Branch 30 Campfield Ave. Hartford CT hplct.org Programs for All Ages Thursday, March 2, 3:30-4:30 Día Family Reading Celebration diverse books, languages and cultures! Join us for shared read-alouds of outstanding multicultural books, make a multicultural crown and check out books from our special Día Family Bookshelf. Thursday, April 27, 3:00-4:00 Leo Lionni's Animal Friends Celebrate the art and stories of author/illustrator Leo Lionni with stories and activities. Wednesday, March 8, 10:00-11:00 Planting a Rainbow Learn about the Spring colors of the rainbow and also about the world of flowers. Tuesday, March 21, 10:00-11:00 Celebrate National Library Week with your favorite librarians! Enjoy a fun story with songs and movement, then create your very own library card holder. Thursday, April 6, 10:00-11:00 Spring Celebration! Tuesday, April 11, 2:00-3:00 Need a little help getting started with your assignments? Drop in after school for a snack and homework supplies to help you get going. Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00-4:00 Just Weave It! Learn about the ancient art of weaving and create a simple weaving loom from ordinary drinking straws. Then make a colorful woven friendship bracelet or a bookmark to take home. Monday, March 3, 3:00-4:00 Looking on the Bright Side March is Optimism Month! Studies have shown that people who have a positive outlook live happier and less stressful lives. Join us for some fun activities that ll have you turning lemons into lemonade in no time! Thursday, March 16, 3:00-4:00 Seed Pods Stop by your local library and make your own Seed Pod, a neat package of flower seeds and soil that are easy to grow. Learn about the importance of working to save our planet and some simple ways you can help every day. Thursday, March 23, 3:00-4:00 Whoever You Are! Join us for an interactive reading of Mem Fox's Whoever You Are! We celebrate all the different kinds of children in our community and all over the world, whoever and wherever they are. Wednesday, April 5, 3:00-4:00 Scratch Day We are celebrating Scratch Day! Scratch is a creative learning community developed at MIT. Learn how to create and remix animations and learn about computer coding using colorful blocks and your imagination! Wednesday, April 12, 3:00-4:00 Wiggle-Bots Design and build your own unique wiggle-bot! This is a real engineering project! Can you make it dance in circles, or maybe draw? The Week of April 17, 3:00-4:00

5 Dwight Branch 7 New Park Ave. Hartford CT hplct.org Wednesday, March 1, 11:00-12:00 Leo Lionni's Animal Friends Celebrate the art and stories of author/illustrator Leo Lionni with stories and activities. Wednesday, March 15, 11:00-12:00 Celebrate National Library Week with your favorite librarians! Enjoy a fun story with songs and movement, then create your very own library card holder. Wednesday, April 12, 11:00-11:45 Día Family Reading Celebration diverse books, languages and cultures! Join us for shared read-alouds of outstanding multicultural books, make a multicultural crown and check out books from our special Día Family Bookshelf. Wednesday, April 26, 11:00-11:45 Need a little help getting started with your assignments? Drop in after school for a snack & supplies to help you get going. Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30-5:00 Read an E-Book Week Reading an E-Book is the perfect way to take a library book on the go, whether you re on vacation or just don t have room for another book in your bag. Did you know that you can use your library card to check them out? Come find out how in this super simple workshop. Thursday, March 2, 4:00-5:00 Looking on the Bright Side March is Optimism Month! Studies have shown that people who have a positive outlook live happier and less stressful lives. Join us for some fun activities that ll have you turning lemons into lemonade in no time! Friday, March 3, 3:30-4:30 Build It with Strawbees Do you have dreams about being a future engineer? Come see what you can build with our cool straws and connectors. Wednesday & Thursday, March 8 & 9, 4:00-5:00 Charades! Stop by the library for a fast-paced round of charades. Using just your face, hands, and body, act out words and phrases without using your voice! Thursday, March 16, 4:00-5:00 Automatic Drawing Game March is Youth Art Month! Jumpstart your creativity by utilizing a fun drawing technique invented by Surrealists known as Automatic Drawing. This style of drawing begins with no preconceived subject or composition in mind. All you need to do is let your hand go and have fun! Friday, March 17, 3:30-4:30 Have you ever thought about being a Crime Scene Investigator? Now is your chance to see if you have what it takes! Wednesday, March 22, 4:00-5:00 Just Weave It! Learn about the ancient art of weaving and create a simple weaving loom from ordinary drinking straws. Then make a colorful woven friendship bracelet or a bookmark to take home. Thursday, March 23, 4:00-5:00 Whoever You Are! Join us for an interactive reading of Mem Fox's Whoever You Are! We celebrate all the different kinds of children in our community and all over the world, whoever and wherever they are. Thursday, March 29, 4:00-5:00 Abstract Art Exploration Learn about abstract artist Frank Stella, whose artwork is on display at the Wadsworth. Find out all about his abstract, minimalist style and then create your own masterpiece to take home. Wednesday, April 5, 4:00-5:00 Legos in the Library We have Legos and a challenge for you. What will you create? Do you have what it takes to be a master builder? Thursdays, April 13 & 27, 4:00-5:00 Poetry Power Celebrate National Poetry Month all month long at the library! Learn how to create blackout poetry sheets to form unique poems -- or make your own compositions with paper and pen. Thursday, April 20, 4:00-5:00 Earth Day Learn about the importance of working to save our planet and some simple ways you can help every day. We will create a seed starter out of recycled materials that you can bring home and watch grow. Friday, April 21, 3:30-4:30 Drive the Magnet Car Everyone loves playing with magnets! Now is your chance to drive a car without touching it. Explore the power of different types of magnets. Friday, April 28, 3:30-4:30

6 Goodwin Branch 460 New Britain Ave. Hartford CT hplct.org Leap Into Learning Programs for Birth-5 Wednesday, March 1, 2:00-4:00 Planting a Rainbow Learn about the Spring colors of the rainbow and also about the world of flowers. Wednesday, March 22, 2:00-4:00 Celebrate National Library Week with your favorite librarians! Enjoy a fun story with songs and movement, then create your very own library card holder. Wednesday, April 12, 2:00-4:00 Día Family Reading Celebration diverse books, languages and cultures! Join us for shared read-alouds of outstanding multicultural books, make a multicultural crown and check out books from our special Día Family Bookshelf. Wednesday, April 26, 2:00-4:00 Need help getting started with your assignments? Drop in after school for a snack & homework supplies to help you get going. Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00-5:30 Makey Makey Create keyboards made from different materials like play-doh, fruits, and vegetables. Learn about electric circuits, energy and technology with this fun kit. Monday, March 6, 4:00-5:45 Bird and Diz--Time to Get Jazzy Learn all about bebop and two of its pioneers-- Charlie Bird Parker and John Dizzy Gillespie. Groove along to the music while you create a masterpiece using oil pastels. Wednesday, March 8, 2:00-4:00 Read an E-Book Week Reading an E-Book is the perfect way to take a library book on the go, whether you re on vacation or just don t have room for another book in your bag. Did you know that you can use your library card to check them out? Come find out how in this super simple workshop. Thursday, March 9, 4:00-5:45 Yoga Time Yoga is great for keeping your body healthy and your mind relaxed. Come learn some fun poses, no special mat or experience needed! Monday, March 13, 4:00-5:45 Monday April 17, 4:00-5:45 Strong Girls Zine Making It s Women s HERstory Month at the library! From celebs to public figures to the leading ladies in our own lives, we ll make mini magazines to celebrate our favorite strong women. Wednesday, March 15, 2:00-4:00 Spring Celebration! Monday, March 20, 4:00-5:45 Automatic Drawing Game March is Youth Art Month! Jumpstart your creativity by utilizing a fun drawing technique invented by Surrealists known as Automatic Drawing. This style of drawing begins with no preconceived subject or composition in mind. All you need to do is let your hand go and have fun! Monday, March 27, 4:00-5:45 Build It with Strawbees Do you have dreams about being a future engineer? Come see what you can build with our cool straws and connectors. Monday, April 3, 4:00-5:45 Legos in the Library We have Legos and a challenge for you. What will you create? Do you have what it takes to be a master builder? Wednesday, April 5, 2:00-4:00 Wiggle-Bots Design and build your own unique wiggle-bot! This is a real engineering project! Can you make it dance in circles, or maybe draw? Monday, April 10 & Thursday, April 13, 2:00-4:00 Seed Pods Stop by your local library and make your own Seed Pod, a neat package of flower seeds and soil that are easy to grow. Learn about the importance of working to save our planet and some simple ways you can help every day. Wednesday, April 19, 2:00-4:00 Have you ever thought about being a Crime Scene Investigator? Now is your chance to see if you have what it takes! Monday, April 24, 4:00-5:45

7 Park Branch 744 Park Street Hartford CT hplct.org Thursday, March 2, 10:00-11:00 Leo Lionni s Animal Friends Celebrate the art and stories of author/illustrator Leo Lionni with stories and activities. Tuesday, March 14, 10:00-11:00 Spring Celebration! Tuesday, April 11, 10:00-11:00 I Love My Library Story Time Celebrate National Library Week with your favorite librarians! Enjoy a fun story with songs and movement, then create your very own library card holder. Tuesday, April 25, 10:00-11:00 Need a little help getting started with your assignments? Drop in after school for a snack and homework supplies to help you get going. Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 Yoga Time Yoga is great for keeping your body healthy and your mind relaxed. Come learn some fun poses, no special mat or experience needed! Wednesday, March 1, 2:00-3:00 Thursday, March 2, 10:00-11:00 International Woman s Day Celebration On March 8th, celebrate and honor the accomplishments of women with books and learning activities at the library! Large or small, women make a difference in our communities and the world! Wednesday, March 8, 2:00-3:00 Automatic Drawing Game March is Youth Art Month! Jumpstart your creativity by utilizing a fun drawing technique invented by Surrealists known as Automatic Drawing. This style of drawing begins with no preconceived subject or composition in mind. All you need to do is let your hand go and have fun! Wednesday, March 22, 2:00-3:00 Math Playground Play competitive games to sharpen your math skills. Wednesday, March 29, 2:00-3:00 Wiggle Bots Design and build your own unique wiggle-bot! This is a real engineering project! Can you make it dance in circles, or maybe draw? Monday, April 3, 2:00-3:00 Poetry Power Celebrate National Poetry Month all month long at the library! Learn how to create blackout poetry sheets to form unique poems -- or make your own compositions with paper and pen. Wednesday, April 5, 2:00-3:00 Just Weave It Learn about the ancient art of weaving and create a simple weaving loom from ordinary drinking straws. Then make a colorful woven friendship bracelet or a bookmark to take home. Wednesday, April 12, 2:00-3:00 Spring Celebration Thursday, April 14, 4:30-5:30 Silent Signals Understanding nonverbal communication, like facial expressions and gestures, can help with social situations. Explore this topic with fun activities. Wednesday, April 19, 2:00-3:00 Have you ever thought about being a Crime Scene Investigator? Now is your chance to see if you have what it takes! Wednesday, April 26, 2:00-3:00 Dia Family Reading Celebration diverse books, languages and cultures! Join us for shared read-alouds of outstanding multicultural books, make a multicultural crown and check out books from our special Día Family Bookshelf. Thursday, April 27, 4:30-5:30

8 Ropkins Branch 1750 Main St. Hartford CT hplct.org The Wind Blew Story Hour Enjoy a windy story with a craft. Wednesdays, March 8, 15 & 22, 10:00-10:30 & 10:30-11:00 Rainy Storytime Enjoy rainy stories, songs, and finger-plays. Wednesdays, April 5, 19 & 26, 10:00-10:30 & 10:30-11:00 Need a little help getting started with your assignments? Drop in after school for a snack and homework supplies to help you get going. Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 3:30-5:00 World Book Explorers After finishing up your homework, check out this cool on-line resource. Watch videos, play games, or try out a science experiment! Wednesdays, March 1, 15, 22 & April 5, 19, 26, 4:00-5:00 Wednesdays, March 8 & 29, 1:00-2:00 HPL Graphic Novel Studio Join us as we go on a virtual visit to the art studio of Jarrett Krosoczka, author/illustrator of the Lunch Lady series. Learn techniques to create and illustrate your own graphic novel! Thursday, March 23, 3:30-4:30 Yoga Time Yoga is great for keeping your body healthy and your mind relaxed. Come learn some fun poses, no special mat or experience needed! Thursday, April 6, 3:30-5:00 Spring Celebration Monday, April 17, 3:30-5:00 Wiggle Bots Design and build your own unique wiggle-bot! This is a real engineering project! Can you make it dance in circles, or maybe draw? Mon-Wed, April 24-26, 4:00-5:00 Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss with Horton the Elephant Enjoy Dr. Seuss Birthday with Horton the Elephant and learn about kindness and perseverance. Thursday, March 2, 4:00-5:00 Drive the Magnet Car Everyone loves playing with magnets! Now is your chance to drive a car without touching it. Explore the power of different types of magnets. Thursday, March 9, 3:30-4:30 Paint Like Pollock Learn all about modern artist Jackson Pollock and his style of action drip painting. They try your hand at making your own Pollock-inspired work of art! Thursday, March 16, 3:30-4:30