Kids – North Branford Libraries

Colonial Kids @ ATWATER
Compare and contrast your lives to those of colonial children while learning about both work and play on Thursday June 25. Make a “hornbook,” examine clothing, try out daily chores, and play with reproduction colonial-era toys. Meant for ages 5 – 12.
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Christine’s Critters – OFFSITE
Christine’s Critters will showcase amazing birds of prey on Northford Park on Monday June 22, such as hawks, owls, and falcons and talk about the remarkable rehabilitation work they do with raptors all over the state. Meant for all ages, please register in case of rain.
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Hands on History @ ATWATER
Join the Totoket Historical Society on Wednesday June 17 as we learn about what North Branford was like in the 18th century! We will talk about it’s agricultural roots and conclude with an activity where we’ll attempt to make our own butter.
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Summer Reading Kick-Off @ ATW
Our summer reading reading kick-off will take place Saturday June 13th at Atwater Library. Get ready for fun, games, crafts music and mini-golf! Community partners will be present – visit EVERY table and get entered to win a pretty awesome prize.
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Wacky Wildlife @ ATWATER
Animal lovers, head to Atwater Library on Tuesday June 16 to learn fun and interesting facts about giraffes – they are really cool and super tall! Participants will also make a paper giraffe to take home. Meant for ages 6 – 12
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T.A.B Meeting @ ATWATER
Are you looking to give back to your community and have say in what your public library offers for teens? If you are in grades 7 – 12 you are invited to North Branford Public Libraries T.A.B. on Thursday May 14 at 2:30PM.
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Upcoming Events

May14

Bowties and Books

Put on your most elegant bowties and fanciest tutus (or whatever you find comfortable)! Then, join us for songs, stories, and silliness!

This program is recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years with a parent or caregiver.

Registration is not required.

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10:30am - 11:00am View Details

Jun13

Summer Reading Kick-Off

Kick-Off the Summer at Atwater Library!

Join us for music, games, crafts, and mini-golf!

Our Summer Theme is: Unearth a Story

Family Event!

No registration Required!

1:00pm - 3:30pm View Details

Jun16

Tots and Tunes

Enjoy 30-minutes of songs, stories, and movement. This program is recommended for ages 18-months and up with a parent or care-giver.

Siblings are welcome!

This is a drop in program, registration is not required.

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10:30am - 11:00am View Details

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Coolmath

Launched by a math teacher in 1997, Coolmath4Kids is an amusement park of math, games, and more, designed to teach math and make it FUN, for ages 12 and under.

Connecticut History

ConnecticutHistory.org connects you to the people, traditions, innovations & events making up the rich history of the Nutmeg State, through primary source images, documents, and objects.

Khan Academy Kids makes learning fun with thousands of educational games, books, and activities that inspire a lifetime of learning and discovery for children ages 2-8. Explore math games, spelling activities, digital books, and more. Kids can learn reading, phonics, writing, and social-emotional development through fun educational games and lessons.

PBS Kids

PBS Kids makes learning fun and safe with over 250 educational games and videos from favorite shows, including Daniel Tiger, Wild Kratts, Rosie’s Rules, Curious George and more!

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