Children's Programs & Events

Special Programs & News

Fun Stuff at the Library

MARCH BREAK WEEK
AT THE
GRAVENHURST PUBLIC LIBRARY

MONDAY, MARCH 15TH, 11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
CASTLES & CREATURES…. Who will live in your castle?

TUESDAY, MARCH 16TH, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
RIDE & HIDE in the wild west

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17TH, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
GREEN ISLAND MYSTERY… Wear green & black

THURSDAY, MARCH 18TH, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
AHOY MATE… over the ocean blue

FRIDAY, MARCH 19TH, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
LITTLE PEOPLE’S PLAY… drama & costumes

FREE PROGRAMS
STORIES & ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES
REGISTER IN PERSON
OR BY PHONE 687-3382

Art, Music & Craft Day

Is the first Tuesday of each month, children ages 3 to 6 years and their parents, grandparents and/or caregivers can come to the library for our Art, Music and Craft Day. 10:30a.m. to 11:30a.m.

April 6, 2010 Wee Little Chick by Lauren Thompson Come down on the farm to see what happens to little chick. May 4, 2010 Mother’s Day Sandwich by Jillian Wynot Dance with your mommy/grandmother, paint a flower and make a special surprise. June 1, 2010 Strawberry Shortcake at the Beach by Megan Bryan Wear your sandals, sunglasses and bring a towel for a fun time at the beach.

Rhythm, Rhymes and Tunes

Is a free program for infants and toddlers up to 3 years and their parents/grandparents and/or caregivers for a fun time of knee bounces, finger rhymes, songs and board book stories, action rhymes, musical instruments and musical movement, as well as a simple craft related to the story makes for a fun time at the library. Parenting books and other resources are available for parents, grandparents or caregivers to sign out each week. PROGRAM 1: 10:00—10:45 am. PROGRAM 2: 11:00—11:45 am.

THEMES

WEEK 1 – BARNYARD DANCE-COWS WEEK 2 - BUNNIES & CHICKS WEEK 3 – DOGS & CATS WEEK 4 – PIGGIES & PONIES WEEK 5 – MOTHER’S DAY SURPRISE	WEEK 6 – WATER & RAINBOWS WEEK 7 – PLANTING A GARDEN WEEK 8 – FRANKLIN & FROGS WEEK 9 – BUGS WEEK 10 – BEACH PARTY

Drop In Storytime

Is a free drop in program on Fridays for children up to the age of 6 yrs. to attend with their parents, grandparents and/or caregivers for a fun hour (11-12:00 pm.) of stories, music/movement, games, imaginary play and crafts. Learn what’s new to read in the library.
Parents/grandparents/caregivers are requested to remain in the library during this program time for the well-being of their children.

THEMES

WEEK 1 – SPRING ON THE FARM
WEEK 2 – PONIES
WEEK 3 – PINK PIGS (EARTH DAY)
WEEK 4 – TRACTORS
WEEK 5 – DUCKS (MOTHER’S DAY)
WEEK 6 – WHO LIVES IN THE POND?

WEEK 7 – TURTLES
WEEK 8 – FROGS
WEEK 9 – BUGS
WEEK 10 – BUTTERFLIES
WEEK 11 – GOING TO THE BEACH

After School Club

Boys and girls between the ages of 6-9 years of age can register for an hour each Wednesday at the dates below. A light healthy snack is provided on arrival before we read the story of the week. We then do a craft pertaining to the story to enhance the story ideas.

THEMES

WEEK 1 – ROCK PETS
WEEK 2 – RABBIT FEVER
WEEK 3 – EARTH DAY
WEEK 4 – MOTHER’S DAY SURPRISE
WEEK 5 – CRAZY KITES

WEEK 6 – CREATE YOUR OWN SONG
WEEK 7 – BACKYARD GAMES
WEEK 8 – MY SPACE
WEEK 9 – BUGS
WEEK 10 – COOL SUNGLASSES

Preteen Club

Boys and girls between the ages of 10-13 yrs. Of age can register for the weekly Preteen Thursday Club. Each week a light healthy snack is provided on arrival, we read the selection of the week and then work on projects. Some projects may take more than one week to complete. Our weekly topics are generalized as the youth are encouraged to produce their own ideas and projects.

THEMES

WEEK 1- EGG PAINTING
WEEK 2 – DUCT TAPE WALLETS
WEEK 3 – EARTH DAY (PLANTING)
WEEK 4- RECYCLED VESTS
WEEK 5- MOTHER’S DAY GIFT

WEEK 6 – NATURE’S HAIR CARE
WEEK 7 – PARTY PLANNING
WEEK 8 – WOOD CREATIONS
WEEK 9 – TRANSFERS (Bring a plain T-shirt)
WEEK 10 – SHOES OF THE CENTURY

Please call the Library for more information 705.687.3382

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