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Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Canton Public Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.
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Make a Splash — READ! at the Canton Public Library this SummerCanton Public Library Friday, Aug 20, Summer will sizzle, and so will the summer reading program at Canton Public Library, so youngsters should plan to “Make a Splash—READ!”, the theme of this summer’s program. Readers ages 2 to 18 will find the library a refreshing place to be when the summer reading program officially kicks off Thursday, July 1. Weekly summer programs include Book Buddies, Reader's Theater, Drop-In Story Times and Movies on the Big Screen. Special programs include a Percy Jackson Party on July 1, Yoga Time on July 7, Riverside Reptiles "Reptiles and Amphibians" show on July 21, "KidPirates!" with Captain Papillion of New Orleans, Lousianna on July 28, a "Rainbow Fish in the Deep Blue Sea" Puppet Show on August 6, and two Schooner Inc. Touch Tank presentations on August 11. Some programs REQUIRE advance registration, please check individual program listings for more information. For the children’s summer reading program, reading logs are available at the library starting the week of June 14 for recording books read. Coupons and prizes will be given out beginning July 1 and continuing through August 20. Children who are entering grades 1-6 are eligible to earn "summer reading bracelets" if they complete their reading logs, and those bracelets act as tickets for our end-of-summer Pool Party event at the town pool on August 17. Preschoolers have their own summer's end Reading Wrap Party: “Under the Mystic Sea” with musician Maria Sangiola, former Connecticut State Troubadour, in the Children's Room on August 19. Please see our flyer for more details. Sponsored by Friends of the Canton Public Library.
Drop-In Story Times on TuesdaysCanton Public Library Monday, Aug 2, 10:30 a.m. (Tuesdays, July 6 through August 10, 10:30 a.m.) Children’s Librarian Heather Baker will once again be offering a series of drop-in story times on Tuesday mornings. These story times are VERY popular, so be sure to arrive early to get a seat (early birds can also make their craft before the story time begins). Themes: Aug 3 Ahoy There Mateys! Piratey Stories (dressing up is encouraged) Aug 10 Hawaiian Beach Party (beach towels and tropical shirts are encouraged) For children 2 and up, with a parent/caregiver. All of the story times include stories, songs, a craft, and a short movie or video. The story times are free. No registration is necessary. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For information: (860) 693-5800.
Movies on the Big Screen: Canton Public Library Thursday, Aug 5, 6:30 p.m. (Thursdays, July 1 through August 12, 6:30 p.m.) Patrons can spend sultry July evenings in the cool comfort of the Canton Library, where “Movies on the Big Screen” are a chance to join friends, munch on popcorn, and watch some new movies and some classics. The big screen lights up on Thursdays at 6:30 PM. Free hot popcorn available each week. July 29 Free Willy IV: Escape from Pirate’s Cove (PG)** Aug 5 Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG)** Aug 12 Hotel for Dogs (PG)** We had hope to show "How to Train Your Dragon (PG)**" on this date, but it will not be released to DVD in time to do so. We WILL show it as soon as we can! * Recommended for children 3 and up. **Recommended for children 6 and up. All movies are free, and NO advance registration is required.
"Rainbow Fish in the Deep Blue Sea" Puppet ShowCanton Public Library Friday, Aug 6, 11 a.m. Robert Rogers Puppet Company presents an original puppet show with marionettes, for children ages 3 and up. Inspired by the award winning books by Marcus Pfister, this original adventure gives a new dimension to Rainbow Fish and all the other sea creatures, especially when they are brought to life as a cast of colorful marionettes. An innocent game of “hide and seek” accidentally draws Rainbow Fish into a stiff current that leads to a new and mysterious territory. The strange-looking inhabitants, who at first seem threatening, turn out to make very good friends and teach Rainbow Fish some valuable lessons. The puppet show is free; registration is not required but is requested. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For information: (860) 693-5800. Sponsored by Friends of the Canton Public Library.
Readers’ Theater Club Final PresentationsCanton Public Library Monday, Aug 9, 6:30 p.m. (Rehearsals: Fridays, July 2 through July 30, 3:30 p.m. OR Mondays, July 12 through August 9, 6:30 p.m.) Youngsters who participated in a dramatic experience this summer are performing for family, friends and well-wishers at the Canton Public Library. Heather Nielsen, a summer intern at the library and a junior at Hampshire College, leads both Readers' Theater Clubs. These 5-week clubs met Friday afternoons at 3:30 p.m. or on Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m., and include children from 6 to 12 years of age. Readers’ theater is a theater experience somewhat less intense than a full-fledged production. Participants read from scripts without ever having to memorize lines,and there are no sets, lights, or staging of action. The reading of the lines can nevertheless be dramatic and powerful. (Since the experience involves reading, younger participants must be readers already.) You are invited to attend their final performance! Special Readers’ Theater Performance Events: Friday , July 31 at 3:30 p.m. Presenting "Percy Jackson: I Accidentally Vaporize My Pre-Algebra Teacher" adapted from the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and "Stephanie's Pony Tail", by Robert Munsch. Monday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m. Presenting "Rapunzel's Revenge," adapted from the graphic novel by Shannon Hale, and one more short story. Join our Readers Theater Club participants for their live performance. The programs are free, and are followed by a short reception for the participants and their families. No registration is required.
Drop-In Story Times on TuesdaysCanton Public Library Tuesday, Aug 10, 10:30 a.m. (Tuesdays, July 6 through August 10, 10:30 a.m.) Children’s Librarian Heather Baker will once again be offering a series of drop-in story times on Tuesday mornings. These story times are VERY popular, so be sure to arrive early to get a seat (early birds can also make their craft before the story time begins). Themes: Aug 3 Ahoy There Mateys! Piratey Stories (dressing up is encouraged) Aug 10 Hawaiian Beach Party (beach towels and tropical shirts are encouraged) For children 2 and up, with a parent/caregiver. All of the story times include stories, songs, a craft, and a short movie or video. The story times are free. No registration is necessary. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For information: (860) 693-5800.
Schooner Inc. of New Haven presents 2 Touch Tank Programs WAITING LIST ONLYCanton Public Library Wednesday, Aug 11, 1:00 p.m. Two different touch tank programs on the same day, one for younger audiences, one for older explorers! “Marina Moonfish” at 1:00 p.m for children ages 3 and up. Only WAIT LIST SPACE is available The original story of Marina Moonfish brings to life the different marine life in Long Island Sound. After getting lost in the Sound, Marina meets crabs, snails, and clams who help guide her on her journey. We invite you to an exciting story time with a lesson on the living creatures of Long Island Sound. “Marine Mix-Up” at 3:00 p.m for children ages 7 and up. Only WAIT LIST SPACE is available. REGISTRATION REQUIRED, space is limited. Discover how scientists find, observe, and classify creatures from Long Island Sound by learning from Marine science educators and from the animals themselves. Lots of opportunities to see and touch live marine life. Both "Touch Tank" programs are free; REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED because space is limited. We expect these programs to fill rapidly, they are always very popular, so register early! Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For information: (860) 693-5800. Sponsored by Friends of the Canton Public Library.
Book Buddies: Teens Read to Kids:WAITING LIST ONLYCanton Public Library Thursday, Aug 12, 11 a.m. (Thursdays, July 1 through August 12 , 11 a.m. ) This popular summer program enters its second year at the Canton Public Library. Each teen volunteer is paired with one or two preschoolers or early readers for an hour on Thursday mornings, passing along the fun of reading and discovering books. Every week, children ages 3 to 7 will also complete a craft as part of the program. Lasting 7 weeks, Book Buddies begins July 1 and runs through August 12. We ask that participants be available for at least 5 of 7 sessions. Teens who wish to volunteer should contact Betsy Ash at the library by Friday, June 4. After that date, volunteers will be accepted based on available space. Preschoolers and early readers must register to participate in the “Book Buddies” program. As of June 20, ONLY WAITING LIST SPACE IS AVAILABLE for children ages 3 to 8. The program is free, but REGISTRATION is REQUIRED. Canton Public Library is at 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton. For information: (860) 693-5800.
Movies on the Big Screen: Canton Public Library Thursday, Aug 12, 6:30 p.m. (Thursdays, July 1 through August 12, 6:30 p.m.) Patrons can spend sultry July evenings in the cool comfort of the Canton Library, where “Movies on the Big Screen” are a chance to join friends, munch on popcorn, and watch some new movies and some classics. The big screen lights up on Thursdays at 6:30 PM. Free hot popcorn available each week. July 29 Free Willy IV: Escape from Pirate’s Cove (PG)** Aug 5 Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG)** Aug 12 Hotel for Dogs (PG)** We had hope to show "How to Train Your Dragon (PG)**" on this date, but it will not be released to DVD in time to do so. We WILL show it as soon as we can! * Recommended for children 3 and up. **Recommended for children 6 and up. All movies are free, and NO advance registration is required.
Preschool Summer Reading Wrap Party: “Under the Mystic Sea” with musician Maria SangiolaCanton Public Library Thursday, Aug 19, 11 a.m. “Under the Mystic Sea” with musician Maria Sangiola, former Connecticut State Troubadour. In the Children’s Room. For children aged 2 and up, with their parent caregiver. No advance registration required. Help us celebrate the end of our wet and wild summer! Maria Sangiola will have copies of her newest CD, "Under the Mystic Sea," available for purchase and autographing at the event.
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