Snowball Readers
December 2 - January 31

Join our Winter Reading Program to learn and earn while you read this winter! For all children from birth through 8th grade. Children who can’t read can still join if someone reads to them.

Registration is open from Monday, December 2, 2024 through Friday, January 24, 2025 in person at the library, emailing us at bronsonkids@waterburyct.org, or by calling us at 203-574-8213.

There will be a raffle for the grand prize at the end of the program. Visit the Children’s Room for more information.

Babies & Books
Tuesdays, 10 a.m.
Picture Book Room

Enjoy lullabies, nursery rhymes, and finger plays. Works best with one child per adult. For children age 24 months and under.

Wonderful Wednesday Stories
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.
Picture Book Room

Come listen to wonderful stories that will transport you to far away places. For ages 2-5.

Coding Club
Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom

Have fun learning to code with one of our librarians.

For ages 6-11. Younger children may need adult assistance.

Little Movers Story Time
Thursdays, 10 a.m.                  Starts December 12
Picture Book Room

Join us for a story time with music, dance, nursery rhymes, and fables.  For ages 2 - 4.

Jammin' with Miss Julie
Thursdays, 5 p.m.
Children's Room

Come wear your PJ's and your dancing shoes if you so choose. We’ll have stories, music, and dancing for children ages 3 - 5.

Leggo My LEGO
Tuesday, November 26, 6 p.m.
Children's Room

Come build a LEGO creation using your imagination or one of our LEGO Plans. Completed projects will be displayed in the Children’s Room. For ages 4+

Where in the Library is Silas the Cat?
Wednesdays, December 18, January 22, February 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+

Saturday Morning Movie
Saturdays, December 7, January 4, February 1, 11 a.m.
Children's Room

Bring the kids to the library for a fun PG movie.

    December 7: If

    January 4: Garfield

    February 1: Harold & the Purple Crayon

Holiday Show
Wednesday, December 4, 6 p.m.
Main Reading Room

Join us for our annual holiday show featuring Mr. B's balloon animals and a little bit of magic.

Christmas Wreath Craft
Friday, December 13, 3:30 p.m.
Children's Room

Come make a Christmas wreath out of recyclable material. For ages 6-12.

Snowflake Ornament Craft
Tuesday, December 17, 5 p.m.
Children's Room

Make a snowflake out of beads to decorate your home. For ages 6-12.

Christmas Card Craft
Friday, December 20, all day
Children's Room

Stop by the library to create a Christmas card for someone special. For ages 6-12.

Hanukkah Craft
December 26 - January 2, all day
Children's Room

Stop by the library during Hanukkah to make a Dreidel with your favorite colors and patterns, and design a menorah using cloth, paper, and glue.

Kwanzaa Story Time
Saturday, December 28, 11 a.m.
Children's Room

Come learn about Kwanzaa with a special story time. For ages 3-8.

Three Kings Day / Dia de Los Reyes
Monday, January 6, all day
Children's Room

Join us for our annual holiday show featuring Mr. B's balloon animals and a little bit of magic.

Snowflake Bookmark Craft
Tuesday, January 7, 6 p.m.
Children's Room

Come make your own bookmark with a winter snowflake theme. For ages 6-12.

Take Your Child to the Library Day
Saturday, February 1, 10:30 a.m.
Children's Room

In celebration of National Take Your Child to the Library Day, we’ll be reading Harold and the Purple Crayon and giving away free copies of the book. Then stay and watch the new movie inspired by the book.

Valentine's Day Craft
Friday, February 14, all day
Children's Room

Fall in love with your creativity! We’ll make designs with scratch art and create heart shaped ornaments with construction paper, felt and glue. For ages 6-11.

Black History Month Trivia Contest
Thursday, February 20, 6 p.m.
Children's Room

Celebrate African American History with a fun and friendly quiz. For ages 6-12.

Read with me, Mr. C
YouTube Story Time

Our very own Mr. C has been hard at work preparing storytimes for you to enjoy at home when you can't get to the library! Favorites like Strega Nona by Tomie DePaola are ready to be enjoyed anytime!

The videos are available on Mr. C's YouTube channel.

Read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten

 It's a lot easier than you think! All sorts of reading can count towards this goal. If you’re a parent with a child in a school readiness or prekindergarten program, give them the best head start with our reading program! Earn stars for reading!

Please ask a librarian for more information.

World Book Online

The World Book is more than just an encyclopedia. Their online resource includes biographies, science projects, research guides, tools for teachers, puzzles, games, and craft ideas. Available in English and in Spanish.

Please ask a librarian for more information.

Ebooks for Kids!

The Libby app connects you to our ebooks and audiobooks on your smartphone or tablet. The app includes special filters to help you find books for kids.

Please ask a librarian for more information.

Parent & Teacher Book Collection

Whether you’re a parent looking for how-to books or a teacher in need of extra resources, we have a special collection of books just for you.

Please ask a librarian for more information.

Grade-Level Reading Lists

Wondering what books are best for your child’s reading level? We have recommended reading lists organized by grade level which you can download from our website or pick up in the KidZone. We also keep special carts in the KidZone with a selection of books organized by grade level.

Please ask a librarian for more information.