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A view of the Main Reading Room of the Silas Bronson Library from the front of the building.
Visit the SBL Calendar of Events.   Calendar of Events ( All Library Events - Children's & Adults )

 

Children's Programs 

While registration isn't required for most programs, we encourage all patrons to contact the Children and Youth Division librarians to ask questions or register for programs at 203-574-8213 or email bronsonkids@waterburyct.org.

Large groups are asked to register at least one week in advance.


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| Weekly Programs | March Programs | April Programs | May Programs |

 

Weekly Programs

 

Two for Tuesday Story Time
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Children's Room

Run, hop, skip, or jump to the KidZone every Tuesday to move and shake your muscles and bones.

For ages 6 and under.

 

 "Let's Get Coding" logo, colorful design symbolizing the Kidzone Coding Club aimed at teaching kids programming skills.

Kidzone Coding Club
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom

Come Learn HTML, SQL, Code Block, and more with Fiero Code. A Librarian will help guide and encourage future coding wizards.

For ages 6-15.

 

 

 Illustration of a boy laying on a blanket in the grass reading a book.

Wonderful Wednesday Stories
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.
Children's Room

Join us every Wednesday to immerse yourself in a land of stories.

For ages 6 and under.

 

 Illustration of a girl in a purple shirt and blue shorts jumping.

Thursday Tales and Toons.
Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
Picture Book Room

Join us every Thursday for a different story, with music and a craft activity.

For ages 6 and under.

 

 Illustration of a girl dancing and singing into a fork pretending it is a microphone.

Jamming with Ms. Jenny
Thursdays, 5:00 p.m.
Children's Room

Join us every Thursday for a pajama party! Wear your PJs and your dancing shoes if you choose. We’ll have stories, music, and jamming for kids ages 3-5.

 


March

 


Saturday Morning Movie
Saturday, March 7, 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Room

Bring the kids to the library to watch The Minecraft Movie.

 

 

SpongeBob Community Read
Saturday, March 7, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Children's Room

We'll head to Bikini Bottom with the City Youth Theater/ City Stage Company for a special SpongeBob story time an a preview of the theater's production of the SpongeBob Musical in April.

 

 

Kids' Yarn Craft
Friday, March 13, 3:30 p.m.
Children's Media Room

Use our looms and yarn to make coasters, potholders, or bookmarks to take home.

 

 

Lucky Lost Gold Hunt
Tuesday, March 17, all day
Children's Room

Lucky the Leprechaun has a BIG problem, his pot of gold has gone missing! Somehow, his shiny gold coins scattered all around the room, and he needs brave treasure hunters to help track them down. Find five coins and bring them to the librarian to claim a prize and celebrate your good luck!

 

 Silas the Cat sat in front of a book shelf.

Where in the Library is Silas the Cat?
Wednesday, March 18, all day
KidZone

Use clues provided by our librarians to find where Silas the Cat, our stuffed animal, is hiding. When you find him, take a photo to show the librarian and win a prize! For ages 2+

 

 

 

P-A-N (Phonics, Alphabet, Numbers)
Saturday, March 28, 11:00 a.m.
Children's Room

Join us for a story time, where we learn about letters, numbers, and the sounds they make. We'll also have a craft sponsored by the letter of the day.

For ages 2-7.

 

 

Reach For The Stars
Saturday, March 21, 1:00 p.m.
Children's Room

Tracey Jones will share Reach For The Stars a children's book he wrote with his daughter. Reaching for the stars isn't always easy, but persistence, kindness, and courage make every dream possible.

 

 

Bike Rodeo
Wednesday, April 15, 5:00 p.m.
Library Park

Bring your bicycle and helmet to Library Park for a Bike Rodeo! We'll have obstacle courses, safety checks, slow races, and more. Learn how to stay safe while riding your bicycle. For ages 5-18. Sponsored by the by the Connecticut Department of Transportation and Safe Routes to School and the Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments.

 


April

 

 

Saturday Morning Movie
Saturday, April 4, 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Room

Bring the kids to the library to Moana 2.

 

 

Kids' Yarn Craft
Fridays, April 10, 3:30 p.m.
Children's Media Room

Use our looms and yarn to make coasters, potholders, or bookmarks to take home.

 

 Silas the Cat sat in front of a book shelf.

Where in the Library is Silas the Cat?
Wednesday, April 22,  all day
KidZone

Use clues provided by our librarians to find where Silas the Cat, our stuffed animal, is hiding. When you find him, take a photo to show the librarian and win a prize! For ages 2+

 

 


Earth Day Magic
Wednesday, April 22, 5:00 p.m.
Children's Room

Come help Cyril the Sorcerer, the Earth Day hero, save the Earth. Bring the entire family to experience this wonderful magical fairytale. For all ages.

 

 

P-A-N (Phonics, Alphabet, Numbers) 
Saturday, April 25, 11:00 a.m.
Children's Room

Join us for a story time, where we learn about letters, numbers, and the sounds they make. We'll also have a craft sponsored by the letter of the day.

For ages 2-7.

 


May

 

 

Saturday Morning Movie
Saturday, May 2, 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Room

Bring the kids to the library to watch Zootopia 2.

 

 

P-A-N (Phonics, Alphabet, Numbers) 
Saturday, May 9, 11:00 a.m.
Children's Room

Join us for a story time, where we learn about letters, numbers, and the sounds they make. We'll also have a craft sponsored by the letter of the day.

For ages 2-7.

 

 

The Unforgettable Logan Foster
Saturday, May 16, 1:00 p.m.
Children's Room

Join us for an unforgettable day with Shawn Peters, author of The Unforgettable Logan Foster. Sponsored by the Connecticut Association of School Librarians and the State Department of Education.

 

 

Kids' Yarn Craft
Fridays, May 22, 3:30 p.m.
Children's Media Room

Use our looms and yarn to make coasters, potholders, or bookmarks to take home.

 

 Silas the Cat sat in front of a book shelf.

Where in the Library is Silas the Cat?
Wednesday, May 20, all day
KidZone

Use clues provided by our librarians to find where Silas the Cat, our stuffed animal, is hiding. When you find him, take a photo to show the librarian and win a prize! For ages 2+

 

 


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