Welles-Turner Memorial Library Children's Department
The Children's Department offers a variety of programs for the children of Glastonbury and their families from birth through sixth grade. For more information, call the Children's Department at (860) 652-7718.
Get read to Rock & Roll & Read! The Summer Reading Game encourages the whole family to "Rock & Roll & Read". Together, you will be trying to form your rock band before August 13. There are many different activities to choose from, so you are sure to find something you like.
Beginning June 19, you may pick up a Summer Reading Booklet to begin the game. (Please be sure to put your name on the cover, as no replacement copies will be available.) Bring the booklet with you each time you visit the library and check in at the summer reading table to record your progress.
A different reading reward may be earned each week as you add another instrument to your rock band. The first reward will be available on June 24. Once a reading reward is available, it may be earned at any time through August 13.
Please take note of sign-up dates listed for each program that requires registration. Telephone registration is accepted for all programs except the reading game and instrument workshop. All phone registrations will be taken only on 652-7718. Glastonbury residents are given priority for all registered programs. Non-residents may register on the date listed if space remains available.
The Glastonbury-Grown Family Challenge kicks off with a special storytime featuring the CT Department of Agriculture's dancing corn and pumpkin and suggestions for healthy summer eating from Town of Glastonbury Public Health Nurse Laura Perry. Bring your camera!
Who: Entering grades K & up; adults welcome if space permits.
Using a wide array of instruments, Dennis Waring weaves fascinating tales of the origin of music and how all cultures utilized their natural environments for making fantastic sound-making devices. Participants in this program may be interested in the workshop that follows.
Margie's Silly Summer Song Sensation
When: July 28
Times: 2:30 p.m.
Where: Friends Room
Who: Families with children of all ages
An interactive music and movement program where kids create using rhythm, rhyme, and sounds.
Nursery rhymes and songs for little ones from the comfort of your lap. Short rhymes, songs, finger plays, and books introduce babies to the wonders of language. Parents will enjoy sharing familiar songs and learning new rhymes.
Session One
When: Monday, June 29
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Friends Room
Who: Babies ages birth-15 months, with a parent or caregiver.
Bring a blanket.
Session Two
When: Thursday, July 16
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Where: Friends Room
Who: Babies ages birth-15 months, with a parent or caregiver.
Bring a blanket.
Session Three
When: Friday, July 31
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Friends Room
Who: Babies ages birth-15 months, with a parent or caregiver.
Where: On the Front Lawn (Friends Room if it rains)
Who: All Children's Summer Reading participants
The Summer Reading Club finishes with a flourish. Activities and ice cream for all ages. Wear your summer reading T-shirt for a group photo at 3:00 p.m.
Registration begins June 22 for Glastonbury residents; June 24 for non-residents
Players of all skill levels are welcome. Brief lessons will be offered to beginners. Choose two dates; sign up for other dates the Friday before, if space is available.
Registration: June 23 for Glastonbury residents; June 25 for non-residents
Are you an expert in gods, goddesses, and half-bloods? Test your knowledge of The Lightning Thief and the sequels. Cool props are used to keep score. Come to play or to cheer on the contestants. (Only players need to register.)
Details: Dress in your 1950's finest and bop 'til you drop. New Steps Dance Center will teach you the hand jive and other fun dances. Socks are a must!
Registration: June 22 for Glastonbury residents; June 24 for non-residents
Registration: June 23 for Glastonbury residents; June 25 for non-residents
Children make snacks to go with the story. Choose this program orSing a Song of Stories. You may sign up for one date; children may register for remaining dates one week before if space is available.
Registration: June 29 for Glastonbury residents; July 1 for non-residents
Enjoy merry musical stories and a related activity. Choose this program orCook Up a Story. You may sign up for one date; children may register for remaining dates the Monday before if space is available.
Kids in grades 4-6 are invited to join the Nutmeg Club. Members will be encouraged to read all ten of the nominees and participate in monthly book discussions and other activities based on the books. To join the 2010 club, stop by the Children's Department to register. Membership in the Nutmeg Book Club will include:
laminated photo membership card
email updates and news
trophies for those who read all ten books and attend at least five of the book discussions
Nutmeg Gala to celebrate the winning title and readers who earn trophies
What do you think of the Nutmeg Book Award nominees? Parents and children are invited to sign up for our book discussions and share your thoughts. Children may attend alone or with a parent. All parents who attend must have read the book and are expected to participate.
Title:Stumptown Kid by Carol Gorman
Date: Thursday, July 9
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Who: Children entering grades 4-6 with a parent or guardian.
Details: Copies of the books available upon registration.
Registration: Begins July 19 for Glastonbury residents; June 22 for non-residents
Title:The Ghost's Grave by Peg Kehret
Date: Wednesday, August 5
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Who: Children entering grades 4-6 with a parent or guardian.
Details: Copies of the books available upon registration.
Registration: Begins July 15 for Glastonbury residents; July 17 for non-residents
Get read to Rock & Roll & Read! The Summer Reading Game encourages the whole family to "Rock & Roll & Read". Together, you will be trying to form your rock band before August 13. There are many different activities to choose from, so you are sure to find something you like. 
Nursery rhymes and songs for little ones from the comfort of your lap. Short rhymes, songs, finger plays, and books introduce babies to the wonders of language. Parents will enjoy sharing familiar songs and learning new rhymes.
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