Autism Support Group

Starting on February 8, 2011, South Bay Early Intervention will be facilitating "Putting the Pieces Together" a support group for parents, grandparents, caregivers, and others touched by autism. The group will meet at the library every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM. Some meetings will feature guest speakers. For more information contact Judith Hahn at South Bay at 978-452-1736.

New Books - January 2011

Need a good read for a snowy day? Check out our "New Books - January 2011" page.

He's Here!

Geronimo Stilton, that is. Read all about the adventures of the best newspaper mouse in New Mouse City in his book series.

February Vacation is Fantastic at the Library!

Beat those winter blues at the library during February Vacation!

Discovery Detectives

Junior detectives, it's time to use those little gray cells! We will explore, discover, and solve!

For children in grades 2 through 4

Tuesday, February 22nd at 10 AM

Catch the Beat: a Musical Storytime

Calling all mini music lovers! If you've got the music in you, this storytime is for you!

For children ages 4 - 8

Wednesday, February 23rd at 10 AM

Workshop

Don't forget about this Monday (1/24) night's workshop for special needs parents - Learn about free and low cost disability events in the area. This workshop is presented by Sharon Riddle, creator of the SPED Child and Teen newsletter and sponsored by the CTI Family Network. The workshop begins at 6 PM.

This Week in the Children's Department

Winter Mother Goose on the Loose starts this Tuesday, January 11th. We are offering two sessions, one at 10 AM and one at 11:15 AM. So that we can accomodate everyone we ask that patrons choose one session to attend.

Winter Preschool Storytimes (for age 3 +) starts this Wednesday, January 12th at 10:30 AM.

January Lego Club meets on Saturday, January 15th at 9:30 AM.

Winter Mother Goose and Preschool Storytimes

Winter Mother Goose on the Loose storytimes start up on Tuesday, January 11th and runs through February 15th. We will have two identical sessions each Tuesday at 10 AM and 11:15 AM. So that we can accommodate everyone we ask that patrons choose one session to attend. We appreciate your cooperation!

Winter Preschool Storytimes begin on Wednesday, January 12th and run through Wednesday, February 16th. Preschool Storytimes are at 10:30 AM and are for children age 3 and older.

We look forward to seeing you!

New Staff Member!

The Children's Department has a new addition! Lori Eldred has recently joined us as the new Children's Librarian, taking over Kari Hammond's old position. So if you see a new face in the department, it's Lori.

Winter and Spring Programs!

South Bay Early Intervention will be conducting various programs at the library this winter and through the spring. Although these programs are conducted by South Bay staff, the programs are free and open to the public. All programs do require sign up. Call the Children's Department at 978-970-4122 to reserve your spot. For a full list of programs and dates check out the "Winter Programs 2011" http://childrenshappenings.blogspot.com/p/winter-2011-programs.html page to the left.