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
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Toddlers, Tales, and Tunes
Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.
Picture Book Room
Stop by on any given Tuesday to catch
a tale and rock & roll. Tune in and listen,
then dance and sing. For ages 6 and
under.
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KidZone Coding Club
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom
Have fun learning to code with Fiero
Coding and one of our librarians.
Ideal for beginners age 7-12.
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Wonderful Wednesday Stories
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Picture Book Room
Join us every Wednesday for a story
and a craft.
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Story Nook Thursdays
Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
Children's Room
Join us on Thursday mornings with
the latest kids’ librarian, Mr. D, for
engaging picture books, creative
sounds and movements designed
to spark imaginations and
conversations.
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September
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Saturday Morning Movie
Saturday, September 12, 11:00 a.m.
Children's Room
Bring the kids to the library for a fun movie. We'll be watching Goat (PG).
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Third Thursday Tales
Thursday, September 17, 6:00 p.m.
Picture Book Room
One of our librarians will share an
unforgettable tale. For ages 3-10.
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Where in the Library is Silas the Cat?
Thursday, September 17, 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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Fourth Friday Fun Factory
Friday, September 25, 3:00 p.m.
Children's Room
Come join us for a fun-filled fourth
afternoon craft. Every fourth Friday
brings a new craft, so you can use
your creativity at the fun factory. For ages 3-12
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October
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Saturday Morning Movie
Saturday, October 3, 11:00 a.m.
Children's Room
Bring the kids to the library for a fun movie. We'll be watching Minions & Monsters (PG).
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Firefighter to the Rescue!
Tuesday, October 6, 5:00 p.m.
Children's Room
Join us for a special firefighter story time with a
Waterbury firefighter who spent his childhood in the
Silas Bronson Library. Learn about the daily life of a
firefighter, and listen and learn about tips for fire safety.
For ages 2-10.
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You Can Call Me Trixie
Saturday, October 10, 11:00 a.m.
Children's Room
Author Jeanne Irvine Kessler will
be here to read from her book,
You Can Call Me Trixie, a story
that teaches children how to be
helpful and comfortable around
a loved one with dementia, as
seen through the eyes of a dog. For ages 4-11.
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Third Thursday Tales
Thursday, October 15, 6:00 p.m.
Picture Book Room
One of our librarians will share an
unforgettable tale. For ages 3-10.
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Where in the Library is Silas the Cat?
Thursday, October 15, 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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Fourth Friday Fun Factory
Friday, October 23, 3:00 p.m.
Children's Room
Come join us for a fun-filled fourth
afternoon craft. Every fourth Friday
brings a new craft, so you can use
your creativity at the fun factory. For ages 3-12
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Mardi Gross & Waterbury Witch and Wizard Day
Saturday, October 31, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join us for our annual Halloween event. We’ll have a
movie marathon, green screen photography, a paper lantern
craft activity, free comic books, sack races, spooky story times,
vendors, and plenty of candy.
New this year: the Witchbury Spellcasters will be here
between 12 and 2, and we’ll be partnering with
Waterbury Witch & Wizard Day for even more magical fun!
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November
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Saturday Morning Movie
Saturday, November 3, 11:00 a.m.
Children's Room
Bring the kids to the library for a fun movie. We'll be watching Freakier Friday (PG).
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Sleepy Hollow Story Time & Craft
Friday, November 13, 3:00 p.m.
Children's Room
Hear the story of Sleepy Hollow and create your own
Headless Horseman to take home.
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Third Thursday Tales
Thursday, November 19, 6:00 p.m.
Picture Book Room
One of our librarians will share an
unforgettable tale. For ages 3-10.
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Where in the Library is Silas the Cat?
Thursday, November 19, 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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Fourth Friday Fun Factory
Friday, November 27, 3:00 p.m.
Children's Room
Come join us for a fun-filled fourth
afternoon craft. Every fourth Friday
brings a new craft, so you can use
your creativity at the fun factory. For ages 3-12
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