CHILDREN EVENTS

STORYTIMES

Family Storyti me

Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, September 7- December 14 Time: 10:30 - 11:00 AM Ages: 0-5 Cost: Free Locati on: Morgan Memorial & North Suff olk Library An early literacy-based storyti me with stories, rhymes, songs, and more for litt les (babies, toddlers, preschoolers) and their caregivers.

Babies & Tiny Tots Storyti me

Dates: Thursdays, September 8- December 15 Time: 10:00 - 10:30 AM Ages: 0-2 Cost: Free Locati on: North Suff olk Library An early literacy-based storyti me with stories, rhymes, songs, and more for litt les and their caregivers.

Toddlers & Preschool Storyti me

Dates: Thursdays, September 8- December 15 Time: 10:45 - 11:15 AM Ages: 2-5 Cost: Free Locati on: North Suff olk Library An early literacy-based storyti me with stories, rhymes, songs, and more for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers.

Black Boy Joy Book Club [LIVE]

Dates: September 24, October 15 and December 17 Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM Ages: Families Cost: Free Locati on: Online via Zoom You’re invited to a monthly book club featuring the stories of young black boys from all walks of life. We’ll read a picture book together and then chat about what we’ve read. Children should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. The fi rst 30 minutes will focus on a book and discussion for young parti cipants, and the last 30 minutes will be a discussion for parents. A free copy of the book will be reserved for the fi rst fi ve families to register. All are welcome!

Dinner and a Story

Dates: September 7, October 12, November 2, and December 7 Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Ages: Families Cost: Free Locati on: Morgan Memorial Library What’s bett er than reading a book? Eati ng it, of course! Enjoy a food-themed storyti me where you get to have a delicious dinner based on what you read about! Registrati on required. Upcoming themes are Pizza, Tacos, Sandwiches, and Soul Food.

Cookies & Canvas

Dates: September 13, October 4, November 15, and December 13 Time: 10:30 - 11:30 AM Ages: 2-5 Cost: Free Locati on: Morgan Memorial & North Suff olk Library Create small masterpieces on canvas with your litt le Picasso! All supplies provided. Registrati on required.

Odyssey of the Mind

Dates: September 26, October 24, and November 7 Time: 4:00 - 5:30 PM Ages: Elementary Cost: Free Locati on: North Suff olk Library Join Suff olk Public Library’s Odyssey of the Mind (OM™) program, a creati ve problem-solving series without the stress of competi ti on. Learn to think on your feet as you face riddles and verbal and hands-on challenges! Registrati on required.

STEM Explorers

Dates: September 21, 22, October 19, 20, November 16, 17, December 14, 15 Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM Ages: Elementary Cost: Free Locati on: Morgan Memorial & North Suff olk Get ready to explore and learn! Each month we focus on a diff erent theme with a variety of fun STEM-related acti viti es. Upcoming themes are Bugs, Plants, Weather, and Fort Building!

Encanto Singalong: Explore Colombia

Date: September 20 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM Ages: Families Cost: Free Locati on: Morgan Memorial Library You may not be able to talk about Bruno, but you can certainly sing about him! Sing karaoke, make craft s, and learn about Colombian culture during this singalong adventure.

LEGO Master Jr. Meetups

Dates: September 6, 7, October 4, 5, November 1, 9 Times: 4:00 - 5:30 PM and 6:00 - 7:30 PM Ages: Elementary Cost: Free Locati on: Morgan Memorial & North Suff olk Love Legos? Learn new skills and practi ce skills through building challenges, games, and building with friends. All skill levels welcome!