July
Registration for all July programs will begin on Saturday, June 15.
In-person registration will begin at 9 a.m. at the Children’s Desk -
online registration will begin at noon.
You must enter the requested information such as your child’s birth date, age or grade level in the “Note to Instructor” field. Please adhere to all posted age or grade level requirements or your registration will be invalidated. |
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Due to higher summer demand, we ask that patrons limit their registration to one family, not necessarily their own. Telephone and early registration will not be accepted. Children must meet age requirements by the first day of the program and grades noted are grades entering in September 2019.
Please remember that 3 ½ years old means the child must be at least 3 years and 6 months old. You must enter the requested information such as your child’s birth date, age or grade level in the “Note to Instructor” field. Please adhere to all posted age or grade level requirements or your registration will be invalidated.
STUDENTS ENTERING 6th GRADE: Don’t forget to check with the Young Adult Department for their Summer Program Booklet. They have additional programs that you may enjoy! Registration for July Young Adult programs begins June 1.
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OUTDOOR PICNIC - EIJ529
Join us for a picnic in the Discovery Backyard. There will be snacks, games and fun for all. In the event of inclement weather, this program will take place in the Children’s Meeting Room.
Date: Monday, July 1
Time: 2 - 3 p.m.
Ages:
All ages with an Adult
CHESS LESSONS – EIJ414
If you’ve wanted to learn how to play chess, here’s your chance. Teen volunteers will guide students as they play with each other to learn the basics of the game.
Date: Monday, July 1
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Ages: Grades 1 – 6
EVERY DAY IS GRANDPARENTS' DAY! - EIJ439
Preschoolers and grandparents share stories, songs, games and make a simple craft.
Date: Tuesday, July 2
Time: 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Ages:
3 – 5 with a grandparent or special adult
TIME FOR TWOS - EIJ406
Bring your two-year-old to the library for age appropriate stories, rhymes and songs. No siblings please.
Date:
Friday, July 5
Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m.
Ages: Two year olds with an adult, no siblings.
MORE THAN MOTHER GOOSE – EIJ403
More than Mother Goose for children includes nursery rhymes, songs, finger plays, and stories. Parents participate with their child. Older siblings welcome.
Date: Monday, July 8
Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m.
Ages: Birth through 3 years old with an adult, siblings welcome
LIGHT UP HANDS ON - EIJ574
Drop-in to create these Star Wars-inspired galaxy STEM crafts with our teen volunteers. No registration necessary
Date: Monday, July 8
Time: 12 - 2 p.m.
Ages:
6 and up with an adult
FINGERPRINTING
Participants will learn techniques used by law enforcement in order to dust, lift and analyze latent fingerprints on various services.
Tuesday, July 9 |
Grades 2 - 3 |
4 - 5:15 p.m. |
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Tuesday, July 9 |
Grades 4 - 5 |
5:30 - 6:45 p.m. |
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READ TO THE DOGS – EIJ578
Students practice their reading skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a trained Therapy Dog. Dogs and their handlers are registered with Therapy Dogs International. Student readers can sign up for a 20-minute session when they come to the Children’s Desk to register.
Date:
Tuesday, July 9
Time:
6:30 – 8:10 p.m.
Ages:
Readers in grades 1 – 6
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Learn beginning American Sign Language with Professional Instructor, Jennie. Siblings may register to attend the same session.
Wednesdays, July 10, 17 & 24 |
Grades K - 2 |
3 - 4 p.m. |
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Wednesdays, July 10, 17 & 24 |
Grades 3 - 5 |
4 - 5 p.m. |
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SHARK TALK - EIJ599
Long Island's coastal waters have an abundance of sharks, all of which we know very little about. In 2015, a small group of researchers were the first to deploy a satellite tag on a juvenile great white shark off Long Island’s south shore. Over the subsequent two summers, a partnership with OCEARCH enabled them to tag an additional 20 white sharks off Montauk. In this presentation, learn about the continued work of the Shark Research and Education Program of the South Fork Natural History Museum. This program is generously provided for by the Bohlsen Family Foundation.
Date: Wednesday, July 10
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Ages: Grades 4 & up with an adult, teens on their own, adults welcome
STAR LAB
Explore this portable planetarium in our library, with the power to reveal the wonder of the universe! It’s time for Star Lab, enjoy the ride through the universe. This program is generously provided for by the Bohlsen Family Foundation. Siblings may attend the same session
Thursday, July 11 |
Grades K - 2 |
10 - 10:45 a.m. |
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Thursday, July 11 |
Grades 3 - 6 |
11 - 11:45 a.m. |
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COME FLY AWAY WITH ME FAMILY STORY TIME – EIJ455
We’ll share books, sing, and let our imaginations soar high in the air. Pajamas, older siblings, and stuffed animals welcome!
Date: Thursday, July 11
Time: 7 – 7:30 p.m.
Ages: 3 – 5 with an adult, older siblings welcome
EDIBLE SHARK WEEK CREATIONS - EIJ541
Celebrate all things shark by making a shark cupcake and life preserver donut with Chef Rob Scott! After you create these edible goodies, play shark games with Chef Rob.
Date: Monday, July 15
Time: 2 - 3 p.m.
Ages:
Grades 2 - 5
BUBBLEMANIA! - EIJ553
There will be bubbles, bubbles everywhere in this splishy, splashy program. We'll enjoy bubble stories and many other bubble activities.
Date: Tuesday, July 16
Time: 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Ages:
Grades K-3
DECORATIVE SEA SHELLS - EIJ488
Join Miss Gina to decorate seashells with puffy paint to make your own beach scene!
Date: Tuesday, July 16
Time: 7 - 7:45 p.m.
Ages: Grades 3 - 6
PLANETS AND MOONS - EIJ571
Explore the depth of our solar system and create a lunar eclipse in this planetary tour. Learn how the planets stack up. Build and take home the “Mad Science Gravity Assisted Launcher.” This program is generously provided for by the Bohlsen Family Foundation.
Date: Wednesday, July 17
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Ages: Grades K - 5
BABY TIME - EIJ404
This parent and child program includes fun age appropriate activities designed to stimulate and encourage your child's physical and mental growth.
Dates: Thursday, July 18
Time: 10 - 10:45 a.m.
Ages: Pre-walkers, 3 months and up with an adult, no siblings please
TODDLER TIME - EIJ405
This parent and child program includes fun age appropriate activities designed to stimulate and encourage your child's physical and mental growth.
Date: Thursdays, July 18 & 25
Time: 11 – 11:45 a.m.
Ages: Walkers through 23 months old with an adult, siblings welcome
MAKERSPACE NIGHT: BOAT BUILDING IS BACK! – EIJ452
It'll be wet and a wee bit wild as families make and race their boats.
Date: Thursday, July 18
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Ages:
Ages 4 and up with an adult, no younger siblings
ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM STORY WALK – EIJ465
We’ll zoom to the moon in this thrilling program. So join us for a special story time outside in our Discovery Backyard. Afterwards all are welcome to stretch your legs and get your wiggles out while exploring our outside nature classroom. Just a reminder this program will start in the Children's Program Room and end in the Discovery Backyard, weather permitting!
Date: Friday, July 19
Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m.
Ages: 3 ½ - 5 on their own
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG - EIJ546
Let’s celebrate the big dog with games, crafts and enjoy a birthday snack. This program may not be suitable for those with food allergies.
Date: Monday July 22
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Ages:
3 – 6 on their own
ROCKET SHIP: FULL STEAM AHEAD - EIJ544
A Time for Kids presents an interactive program designed to stimulate and engage thinking through exploration and play. Includes storytelling and a special STEAM inspired craft.
Date: Tuesday, July 23
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Ages:
18 months – 5 years with an adult, siblings welcome
HARRY POTTER MOVIE EXPERIENCE - EIJ503
Watch the flick, follow the script and relive the magic. The Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows experience will include wizards, wands, Snitches, and more. Everyone will receive a gift bag packed with props to interact with the movie. Feel free to sport your house colors and other wizarding garb
Part I |
Tuesday, July 23 |
6 - 8:15 p.m. |
Grades 5 - 9 |
Part II |
Tuesday, July 30 |
6 - 8 p.m. |
Grades 5 - 9 |
SHARK STORY/CRAFT TIME - EIJ551
July is shark month! Swim by for a shark crafting frenzy.
Date: Wednesday, July 24
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Ages:
Grades K - 3
CIRCLE TIME – EIJ407
Shake those sillies out! Kathy Roeder leads 2 & 3 year olds in circle time fun.
Date: Thursday, July 25
Time: noon – 12:45 p.m.
Ages: 2 & 3 with an adult, siblings welcome
ERIK'S REPTILES ED-VENTURES - EIJ595
This interactive presentation features live reptiles and amphibians! Children will have the opportunity to see, touch and learn about the lives of these amazing animals!
Date: Friday, July 26
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Ages:
All ages with an adult
5th ANNUAL COMIC CON
Saturday, July 27, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Costume Contest 1:50 p.m.
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Registration for the following Comic Con programs begins on June 15, 2019.
STRANGER THINGS BREAKFAST - EIA214
Fuel up for comic Con with Eleven's favorite food: Eggos!
Time: 9:30 - 10 a.m.
Ages: All ages, under 9 with an adult
MINECRAFT MANIA – EIJ560
Do you think you have what it takes to be the next master architect? Join our Minecraft building tournament to show off your skills!
Time: 10 - 10:45 a.m. OR 11 - 11:45 a.m
Ages: Grades 3 – 6
LONG, TANGLED WEB OF THE AMAZING SPIDER MAN - EIA172
Writer Glenn Greenberg knows Spider-man! He will relate Spider-man's fictional biography, behind-the-scenes insights on his key creators - including Stan Lee and Steve Ditko - and the character's history in other media: TV, movies, cartoons, toys, etc. He will also include his own experiences working on the character as both a writer and an editor.
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Ages: All ages, under 9 with an adult
MAD-LIB DRAWING: SUPERHEROES AND SUPER VILLAINS - EIJ562
What makes a superhero super? What makes a villain villainous? You and other members direct our talented artist while she creates an original superhero and villain right in front of your eyes.
Time: 10 - 10:45 a.m.
Ages: Grades 2 - 5 with an adult
COMIC CON CARICATURES - EIJ625
Youth sign up for a 15 minute session in person at the Children’s Desk, select a character and let our volunteer illustrator turn you into a superhero. Please arrive on time or forfeit your spot.
Time: 11 a.m. – 1:20 p.m.
Ages:
All ages, under 11 with an adult
LEGO MOVIE BINGO – EIJ563
Join us to play LEGO Movie inspired BINGO and win prizes.
Time: 11:30 a.m. – noon
Ages: Grades K - 2
POKEMON ART - EIJ606
Create your very own work of art inspired by our favorite Pokemon character!
Time: 11:30 a.m. - noon
Ages: Grades 3 - 6
SABER GUILD PADAWAN TRAINING – EIJ565
Learn to become a Padawan expert with members of the Saber Guild.
Time: 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
Ages: 5 - 12
SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDERVERSE - EIA132
When a gateway into the multi-verse opens up, Spider-Man meets many different versions of himself in this award-winning animated movie.
Time: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Ages:
All ages, under 9 with an adult
FORTNITE DANCE-OFF - EIJ609
Join us in the Discovery Backyard for this Fortnite inspired Dance Off!
Time: 3:15 – 3:45 p.m.
Ages: Teens, tweens, those under 9 with an adult
No registration is necessary for the following Comic Con Programs:
CHILDREN'S DROP-IN CRAFTS - EIJ564
Join us to create a variety of Comic Con projects. If you want to make a superhero cape, please bring a t-shirt.
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: All ages
SAVERS COSPLAY DIY -EIJ559
Join our friends from Savers to create your own costume!
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Ages: Grades 2 through adult
TOOTHLESS AND FRIENDS: HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON - EIJ607
Dave Engel returns as Dragon Master! Learn the tips and tricks of dragon training in this amazing interactive event.
Time: 2:15 - 3 p.m.
Ages: 4 and up with an adult |
BEACH STORY TIME - EIJ573
Join Miss Kathy for a wave of good books!
Date: Monday, July 29
Time: 5:30 - 6 p.m.
Ages: Grades K - 3
DIGGING UP DINOSAURS - EIJ514
Little makers will learn about fossils through story and hands-on activities – bringing a fossil fun creation home!
Date: Wednesday, July 31
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Ages:
4 - 6 on their own
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