Welcome to the Weston Public Library's Children, Families and Teens Newsletter!
This newsletter contains information about happenings in the Children's Library, Young Adult (YA) Space and let's you know of upcoming Children, Family, Parent and Teen programs and events. This is a bi-weekly newsletter. If you want to see all of the programs and events happening for the month, please go to our Calendar where you can view all of the events at once and register online. You can also view the program listing for Children and Families Here or Teens and Parents Here.
If you have any questions, please contact Head of Children and Young Adult Services, Alessandra (Petrino) Casiello at apetrino@westonct.gov or 203-222-2651.
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What's New?
A Few Reminders:
October programs are here! Take a look at our Calendar for the full Events listing.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Weston Reads: Growing a Community of Readers
In February, the Weston Public Library announced the launch of Weston Reads, a year-long initiative to promote the love of reading and provide community engagement for residents of all ages. Beginning February 22, 2022, the library took recommendations from patrons and staff for book discussion titles in four categories: Early Learners (Ages birth-6), Kids (Ages 7-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), and Adults ( Ages 18+). Library staff then chose the top six titles in each age group. Book discussions, programs and other special events were planned around chosen titles, culminating in the Weston Reads Awards in the October.
Check out the book selections below and vote for your favorites in October (more information to come)! You do not have to have participated in the book discussions to vote, you just have to have read at least 1 of the books being voted on.
Weston Reads: Teen Level (Ages 13-18)
Weston Reads: Kids Level (Ages 7-12)
Weston Reads: Early Learners Level (Ages birth-6 years)
Grocery Games with Food Explorers
Wednesday, October 5 @ 4:00 PM. Ages 5+. Registration required here.
Join Food Explorers for a round of Grocery Games and a delicious recipe! You’ll make Pumpkin Cannoli Cones and test your ability to design a meal for a family of four while sticking to a budget. It’s harder than you think! Recipe is nut free.
Circkle K Animal Farm Visit
Wednesday, October 12th from 4-6PM. This event was postponed from our Summer Library Adventures and is currently full. Join our waitlist here.
Come and learn about farm animals from Circle K Animal Farm. Animals will be on premises for you to meet and take pictures with as well. You may already know some of Circle K's animals as they provide the Hartford Yard Goats with their Goats!
This event will happen rain or shine outdoors.
CHILDREN AND FAMILY EVENTS:
Owl's One and All Storytime
Saturdays, October 1, 15, 22 & 29: 12:30-1:15 PM in Community Room. All ages. Registration required separately for each session.
We invite children of all ages and their caregivers to join us for stories, songs and a small activity.
Melty Mondays
Mondays, October 3, 17 & 24 @ 3:30-4:45 PM in Community Room. Ages 5+. Registration required separately for each session.
Melty Mondays is back! Come in and create a wonderfully unique Perler Bead creation. Projects must be completed by 4:45 in order to be ironed and taken home the same day.?
Genius Bookworms: WPL Book Chat Grades 4-6.
Monday, October 3 @ 4:00 PM in the Library Cafe. Register here.
This book chat is comprised of children in grades 4-6. Each month we select one or two titles that we read and then meet to discuss. We invite new members to join all year round! Snacks are provided. At October's meeting we will be sharing our favorite reads from the summer and deciding on our November and December book choices.
WordWorms: WPL Book Chat Grades 1-3 in Library Cafe.
Monday, October 3 @ 4:30 PM. Register here.
This book chat is comprised of children in grades 1-3. Each month we select one book title that we read together and then discuss. New members are always welcome. At October's meeting bring a book to share that you enjoyed this summer and help us decide on November and December book chat picks.
Eeyore's Eensie Weensie's Storytime
Tuesdays, October 4, 11 & 18: 9:45-10:15 AM in Community Room. Ages birth-23 months. Registration required separately for each session.
Our littlest patrons and their caregivers are invited to join us for lap rhymes, songs, and board books!
Fall Crafts Series
Tuesdays, October 4, 11 & 18 @ 2:30-3:30 PM, All ages. Registration required separately for each session.
Join us for a fall-inspired simple craft great for all ages.
Craft and Create
Tuesdays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25 @ 4:30 PM. Ages 3+. Registration required separately for each session.
Join Miss Laura on Wednesday nights for a themed craft. Let's see what you create!
Winnie's Wiggleworms Music and Movement
Wednesdays, October 5, 12, 19 & 26: 10:30-11:00 AM in Community Room. Ages birth-2. Registration required separately for each session.
Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing!
Stress Relief for Kids
Wednesdays, October 5 & 19 @ 5:30 PM. Ages 3+. Registration required separately for each session.
Join us for a program to help destress.
Tigger's Tiny Tales Storytime
Thursdays, October 6, 13, 20 & 27: 11:00-11:30 AM
Ages 1-5 years. Registration required separately for each session.
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes.
Science Club
Wednesdays, October 12 & 26 @ 5:30-6:30 PM. Ages 5+. Registration required separately for each session.
Join us at our bi-weekly Science Club with Miss Laura. Each week we will have new science activities for you to take part in.
Halloween Handprint Crafts
Friday, October 14 @ 11:00 AM. All Ages. Registration required here.
Come and make handprint halloween-themed crafts with us!
Pokemon Club: Beginners
Friday, October 14 @ 3:45 PM-4:45 PM in Community Room. Ages 5-12 (with parent in room if under the age of 8). Registration Required here.
If you are a new fan of Pokemon and thinking about joining our monthly Pokemon club, we invite you to join our Beginners group. This event is run a bit different than our original Pokemon Club where the kids choose what they want to do. Instead, here we go through basics about trading and battling cards, importance of card conditions and how to keep them in good condition and what Pokemon terms mean.
Pokemon Club
Wednesday, October 19 @ 3:45 PM-4:45 PM in Community Room. Ages 5-12 (with parent in room if under the age of 8). Registration Required here.
Talk all things Pokémon, trade and battle cards, watch movies and even win Pokémon cards during Pokémon Bingo! You are welcome to bring a device and play Pokemon Go. If the weather is nice you can walk around the library lawn and hit 5 Pokestops!
Lego Club
Wednesday, October 26 @ 3:45 PM. Ages 5+. Registration required here.
Our Lego Club is back! Monthly, join us for a meeting for those that love to build and play with LEGOs.
Playgroup
Friday, October 28 @ 10:30 AM-12:30 PM. Ages birth-6. Registration required per family here.
We have brought back our playgroup! Parents/Caregivers and children are invited to join us for open play in the community room. Meet new neighbors and friends and try out some of our early learning toys.
Halloween STEM
Friday, October 28 @ 2:30-4:30 PM. All Ages. Registration required here.
Join us for an afternoon of Halloween fun!
2:30-3:30: Halloween Crafts
3:30-4:30: Candy Science
Halloween Parade and Storytime
Monday, October 31 @ 11:30 AM-12:30 AM. All Ages. Registration required here.
Children and famlies are invited to join us for our Halloween Costume parade through the library where you can show off your creative costumes and get some goodies from the staff. Afterwards, please join us for a Halloween storytime.
Halloween Party
Monday, October 31 @ 3:30-4:45 PM. All Ages. Registration required here.
Children and famlies are invited to join us for our Halloween party. Enjoy Halloween music, crafts and games. Costumes are welcome!
TEENS AND PARENTS EVENTS:
Teen Scene:
Thursdays, October 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 3:00-4:45 PM, Grades 6-12. Registration required separately for each session.
Middle and High Schoolers are invited to join us for a special program just for you. Each week is something different, but there will always be friends and snacks.
Bookmarked: WPL Book Chat Grades 10-12
Friday, October 7 @ 3:00 PM. For those in grades 10-12. Registration required here.
Join our book club specifically for grades 10-12. Each month help select a book for the group to read and then discuss together. Snacks are also provided. At October's meeting bring a book to share that you enjoyed this summer and help us decide on November and December book chat picks.
Page Turners: WPL Book Chat for Grades 7-9
Friday, October 7 @ 3:00 PM. For those in grades 7-9. Registration required here.
Join our book club specifically for grades 7-9. Each month help select a book for the group to read and then discuss together. Snacks are also provided. At October's meeting bring a book to share that you enjoyed this summer and help us decide on November and December book chat picks.
Navigating College Admissions Successfully
Wednesday, October 12 @ 7PM via ZOOM. Register Here.
OR
Tuesday, October 25 @ 7PM via ZOOM. Register Here.
The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC. (www.standoutforcollege.com)
We are offering this Zoom presentation to help families understand how COVID has changed the college admissions landscape and how it affects Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen.
The recent college admissions cycle was the most competitive to date. With most colleges continuing their test-optional policies as well as increasing their virtual outreach to high school students, many schools had record numbers of applicants. Record high numbers of applications result in record low acceptance rates which is what most popular colleges and universities experienced this past admissions cycle.
We will discuss current college admissions trends, the importance of researching and visiting colleges to find schools that can be a good fit for your child, a timeline and other action steps that can be taken to make this school year productive and help reduce the stress around the college admissions process.
We’ll examine the holistic admissions review process, what admissions officers consider important when they review applicants, and how students can position themselves to develop a compelling narrative to increase their chances for admission.
We will also discuss the importance of community service, how it can provide an opportunity for personal growth and a way to showcase a student’s character. Admissions officers place great emphasis on a student’s character and how the student has been able to give back and help others. This program is recommended for parents and their high school teens.
The Weston Public Library is pleased to present Successful Study Skills 4 Students: 7 Ways to Support Your Student's Studying, Without Losing Your Sanity
In this free 30-minute highly dynamic, action-specific, and interactive webinar, parents are invited to learn a few tips, tools, and strategies to motivate, inspire, and support their students.
When: Wednesday, October 26, at 7:00 pm
How: You will receive a Zoom invite prior to the start of the webinar
What you will learn:
There is no charge for the program, but registration is required.
Register Now: https://s4studyskills.secure.force.com/enroll/7ways
Need more info?
203-307-5455 | S4StudySkills.com | info@S4StudySkills.com
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, October 27: 3:00 PM in Community Room
Middle and High School Students. Registration required here. Application required.
Those in middle and high school that are interested in having a larger voice at the library can join our teen advisory board. Here we discuss upcoming teen programs, volunteer opportunities and community service. If you are interested in joining you can attend this meeting to pick up an application and ask questions or email apetrino@westonct.gov.
Click Here for more information.
