The Southbury Public Library Youth Services department is pleased to announce programming for August 2021 for children and teens. All programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Southbury Public Library. For more information and to register online please visit our website: www.southburylibrary.org/events/
Children’s Programs:
StoryWalk: Cat’s Colors – From June 14 – August 13, outside on the library grounds
Take a walk around the Southbury Public Library while enjoying a story. Follow along to Cat’s Colors by Airlie Anderson as you follow our first ever StoryWalk. Stop inside for a Take & Make craft based on the story.
Drop-In Storytime - Monday, August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 10:30 am on Facebook Live
Join Miss Heather for stories and songs every Monday except July 5. Crafts available in the Youth Services department while supplies last. All ages welcome. No registration required.
Our Favorite Books – Tuesday, August 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 at 12:00 pm on Facebook Live
Join Miss Heather for a read aloud of some of our favorite stories each Tuesday afternoon.
All ages. No registration required.
Storytime with Katie – Wednesday, August 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 10:30 am on Facebook Live
Join Miss Katie for stories and songs geared towards toddlers and older. Crafts available in the Youth Services department while supplies last. All ages welcome. No registration required.
First Chapter Friday – Friday, August 6, 20 & 27 at 4:00 pm on Facebook Live
Join Miss Heather as we explore some of our favorite chapter books each Friday afternoon. Recommended for grades 1-5. No registration required.
Open House Take & Make Craft – Monday, August 9, 16, 23 & 30
Stop by the Youth Services department every Monday to take home a thematic craft. Available while supplies last.
Food Explorers: Caprese Mac & Cheese – Monday, August 9 at 5:00 pm on Zoom
Join Katie, Registered Dietitian from Food Explorers and learn how to make a Caprese style Mac & Cheese. Ages 7 & up and families. Registration is required.
Nature Insect Suncatcher Craft – Thursday, August 12 at 4:30 pm on Zoom
Miss Katie will share insect themed stories as we get crafty and make a suncatcher using materials gathered from nature. Grades 2-5. Registration required.
Food Explorers: No Bake Mini Cheesecake – Friday, August 13 at 3:00 pm on Zoom
Join Katie, Registered Dietitian from Food Explorers and learn how to No Bake Mini Cheesecakes. Ages 7 & up and families. Registration is required.
STEAMonday: Sidewalk Chalk Paint – Monday, August 23 at 4:00 pm on Facebook Live
Join Miss Heather for an afternoon of science fun. This month we’re exploring chemical reactions to make our own “fireworks” using baking soda and vinegar. Recommended for ages 7 & up. No registration required.
Teen Programs:
Nailed It: Virtual Edition – Thursday, August 5, 6-7pm on Zoom
Will you nail it or fail it in this virtual Nailed It cupcake decorating competition? Starting Wednesday, August 4 you can pick up a supply kit (with a cupcake and some decorating supplies). No one will know what fancy cupcake we'll be creating until the start of the program- when you'll have 40 minutes to work on your cupcake creation! Participants will be connecting over Zoom from their own kitchens. Spots are limited. Grades 6-12. Registration required.
DIY Watermelon Mini Notebook Virtual Craft – Tuesday, August 10, 2-3pm on Zoom
Join us to make your own mini watermelon notebook! Learn a basic bookbinding technique to put this cute notebook together. This DIY tutorial is virtual over Zoom, but we will provide all the supplies you need except a pair of scissors. Pick up your supplies starting Monday, August 2 from the second floor Circulation Desk. Registration is required in order to reserve your supplies and spot and in order to receive Zoom credentials. Spots are limited. Grades 6-12. Registration required.
LitLoot Book Subscription Boxes for Teens – Sign Ups for the September Box Begin Monday, August 9
Get two book selections customized to you along with some extra add-ons in this box of book magic! Register and fill out our survey starting Tuesday, July 15. Your personalized box with two library books and extra goodies will be available to pick up from the library starting Wednesday, September 1. Spots are limited. Grades 6-12. Registration required.
Please visit the Southbury Public Library website at www.southburylibrary.org/events for program details and registration information. Visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/SouthburyLibraryYouthServices/