KIDS CORNER

Parents
Please use the handicapped automatic door only if necessary. We understand it is fun for the children to push the button but unfortunately it is used so much that we are finding it needs expensive repair!! Also, in the winter the doors open for a lot longer period of time and our heat is let out and LOTS of COLD AIR let in!! Thanks for explaining this to your children. We appreciate the help.

School Vacation Week Movie
WHEN : Wednesday Feb. 22
TIME : 2:30-4:30
DOLPHIN TALE -- Inspired by the amazing true story of a lonely and friendless boy who finds and untangles a hurt dolphin that is caught in a crab trap. He becomes very attached to the dolphin when the tail must be taken off to save the dolphin's life. The boy believes the dolphin would be able to swim normally if it was given a prosthetic tail.
Rated PG and 1 hr. 52 min. long. No children under 2 1/2. (Parents & Caregivers should always check the internet if they don’t think the subject matter is appropriate. We have found a useful site for checking any movies before watching them – www.commonsensemedia.org. Signup and tickets available after Feb. 1

Eco Magic with Mike Bent
WHEN : Saturday Feb. 11
TIME : 11:00
AGES :  4 1/2 and UP
This 45 minute program features amazing magic, storytelling, music and hilarious kid-friendly comedy with a green theme! The show features messages about reading, the environment, recycling and conservation that will make kids excited about joining Mike’s “Green Team”!!
Mike Bent began his career in magic at age 6 when he checked out his first magic book from the library. The book started him on a path to a lifetime love of learning, creativity and performance that literally changed his life. He started performing when he was 15 years old. By the time he graduated from Emerson College he was performing his original music and comedy routines at clubs and colleges throughout the country.

Registration is required. Free tickets are available at the front desk. This program is supported with a grant from the SWEATT FUND. Canned-good donations will be gratefully accepted for the Wrentham Food Pantry.

“You turned magic into seamless magical storytelling. Your program was extraordinary in linking children with books.” – Terry Farish, Coordinator of Children’s Services, Lawrence Public Library, Lawrence, MA.

“Ecomagic is terrific! Mike’s program is funny, full of audience participation, completely engages his audience… and … we all learned great stuff! Our summer reading families absolutely loved his show!” – Amanda Dlurba, Children’s Librarian, Grafton Public Library, Grafton, MA

Love Horses?!
WHEN : Wednesday Feb. 22
TIME : 1:30
Join Pam Poirier of Pineridge Farm and create your own horse poster decoupage and horse book mark!!
Sign up at the front desk. Program is free and canned-food donations will be gratefully accepted for the Wrentham Food Pantry.

Barn Babies - In-Door Petting Zoo "A totally hands on experience for an age"
WHEN : Thursday Feb. 23
TIME : 2 Sessions 1:30 or 2:00
Choose a 1/2 hour session. Registration is required at the circulation desk. PLEASE : SPACE IS LIMITED SO SIGN-UP ONLY IF YOU ARE SURE YOU CAN ATTEND AND CALL IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL!!

This program is free but canned-good donations will be gratefully accepted for the Wrentham Food Pantry. 

Learning Through Play
WHEN : Thursdays Feb. 16 and March 22
TIME : 1:00-2:00
AGES :  3-5 with Parent/Caregiver

This monthly program is being offered by Self Help, Inc., Community Partnerships for Children. Learning through Play is a FREE playgroup for preschool children and their families. Come join us for fingerplays, books and a craft as we Learn Through Play. Canned-good donations will be gratefully accepted for the Wrentham Food Pantry. Sign-up at the Circulation Desk.

Winter Storytimes
Registration for WINTER Toddler Time (ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2  in Mom, Dad or caregiver’s lap) or Preschool  Storytime (ages 3 1/2 to K) has begun.  Join us for stories, songs, poems and parachute play.

Call 384-5440 ext. 21, or stop in the Children’s Dept. and see Miss Liz to sign up. Program is free but food donations for the Wrentham Food Pantry gratefully accepted.

Reading Buddies (Ages 5-10)
Sign up today for a weekly reading time with a Jr. Volunteer. Meet with your buddy for 20 minutes each week to listen to a good story or practice your reading skills.

Lego Club
WHEN : Saturdays
TIME :   2:30-3:45
The Lego Club has resumed on Saturdays. The sessions are held in the Sweatt Meeting Room. Registration is not required, just drop in and join the fun!!!! (Lego donations always appreciated!)