LIBRARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS

ADULTS

Polymer Clay Jewelry Making

Artist Michele Raffaele will instruct participants in making a pin using polymer clay and postage stamps.  Experiment with simple polymer clay jewelry techniques while making an eye-catching pin to wear.  CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED. 

Tuesday      7:00 pm     February 26, 2008

Registration is required. Call 239-5803 or stop by the Reference Desk to register.  Sponsored by the Friends of the North Haven Library.  

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Architecture of New Haven

Jennifer White-Dobbs of the New Haven Historical Society presents a program on the architecture of New Haven.

Tuesday     7:00 pm     March 4, 2008

Registration is required. Call 239-5803 or stop by the Reference Desk to register.  Sponsored by the Friends of the North Haven Library.

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Organic Gardening

Bill Duesing from the Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut presents a program on organic gardening.

Tuesday     7:00 pm     April 1, 2008

Sponsored by the Friends of the North Haven Library.

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Masonicare Lunch & Learn -- Choosing the Right Level of Care

Colleen Goglia, RN, discusses senior apartments, home care, assisted living, skilled nursing.  What residential option or level of care is right for you or your loved one?  Come join us for a complimentary lunch and learn how to make an informed decision.

Thursday     11:30 - 12:30     April 17, 2008

Registration is required. Call 239-5803 or stop by the Reference Desk to register.

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Tara's Thistle Concert

Bruce and Sandy Hedman perform as the Celtic Folk Duo Tara's Thistle.  They sing traditional Irish, Scottish, and maritime folksongs in two-part harmony, with guitar, harmonica and drum accompaniment.  They weave into their program stories and bits of the history behind the folksongs they sing.

Tuesday     7:00 - 8:00 pm     April 22, 2008

Call 239-5803 or stop by the Reference Desk to register.  Sponsored by the Friends of the North Haven Library.

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CHILDREN

Big Wheels

Each week listen to a story and then get a chance to touch an actual truck.  Child must be age 3 1/2 to 5 years by April 22nd.  Parent or caregiver must attend.

Tuesdays     10:15 - 10:45     April 22 - May 13, 2008

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on April 4, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Friday Fun

Fingerplays, story and a craft.  Must be between ages 2 ½ - 3 ½ by Feb. 8, 2008.  With a parent or caregiver.

Fridays     10:15 - 10:45     February 8 - April 25  (no class March 21)

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on January 11, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Drop-In Pajama Story Time

Wear your jammies, grab your teddy, and come listen to stories, sing songs, and have tons of fun.  Must be ages 3 1/2 to 6 years by February 4, 2008.  Without a parent or caregiver.

Mondays     6:30 - 7:00 pm     February 4 - April 28, 2008 (No class February 18)

North Haven residents only.  No registration required.   Please present your proof of residency each time you arrive at this program.  Due to fire laws, space is limited.

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Story Time

Show and tell, fingerplays, story and playtime.  Without a parent or caregiver.  Must be between 3 ½ - 5 by February 4, 2008.

Mondays     February 4 - April 28 (no class February 18)   1:30 - 2:15 pm

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on January 11, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Toddler Time

Fingerplays, songs and a story.  Must be between ages 1 ½ - 2 ½ by Feb. 7, 2008.  Parent or caregiver must attend.

Thursdays   February 7 - April 24    10:15-10:45 am

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on January 11, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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KRAFTY KIDS (Three-week series)

Ages 3 ½ - 5.  Must be between ages  3½ - 5 by first program in each session.

Thursdays at 1:30 – 2:00

SESSION I

January 31 - PENGUINS – Waddle over to the library for some penguin fun.  Feed your hungry penguins with goldfish crackers.

February  7 - POLAR BEARS – Listen to a polar bear adventure and have fun building a marshmallow  igloo.

February 14 - VALENTINE’S DAY – Join us for a valentine story and a sweet craft treat.

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on January 18, 2008 at 10:00 am.

SESSION II 

February 28 - DR. SEUSS’ BIRTHDAY PARTY  -  Have some fun, come if you may, we’re celebrating, Dr. Seuss’ special day!

March  6  - LADYBUGS – Lazy ladybug  must learn how to fly.  Come and find out how you can help.

March 13 - ST. PATRICK’S DAY -  Welcome all wee lads and lassies.  Listen to an Irish tale and make a lucky leprechaun.  Please wear something green.

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on February 1, 2008 at 10:00 am.
        

SESSION  III

March 27 -   RAIN -   Come rain or shine for some rainy day fun.

April  3  -      BALLOONS -  Harvey Potter grows balloons on his farm. Find out how. Enjoy balloon games and crafts with homegrown balloons.

April 10 -      FROGS - Hop on over for some frog play.  Make a frog that tries to catch flies.

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on March 7, 2008 at 10:00 am.

SESSION IV

April 24 - TEA PARTY -  Little Miss Spider invites you to join her for a tea party.

May  1  - AIRPLANES -  Join us on an imaginary trip to the moon and later fly your own craft.

May  8  - MOTHER'S DAY -  Listen to a heartwarming story and make a present just for Mom 

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on April 4, 2008 at 10:00 am.                                                                        

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DROP-IN MOTHER GOOSE TIME

Join us for stories, fingerplays, music, and playtime.  Infant – 23 months (with a parent or caregiver).

Mondays, February 4 - April 28 (no class February 18) 10:15-10:45 am.

North Haven residents only.  No registration required.   Please present your proof of residency* each time you arrive at this program.  Due to fire laws, space is limited.

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MOMS AND MUFFINS

Drop-in for this delightful event geared to preschoolers (under 5 years of age) and their moms (or caregiver). Meet our staff to hear a story, create a craft or to play.  Muffins and juice provided.

Wednesday, February 13  10:30-11:30

Wednesday, April 9  10:30 – 11:30

North Haven residents only.  No registration required.   Please present your proof of residency each time you arrive at this program.  Due to fire laws, space is limited.

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Cooking Up a Story

Welcome budding chefs!  Be prepared to get sticky fingers at this cooking story time.  For ages 3 - 5.  Must be between 3 - 5 by February 27, 2008.

Wednesdays, 10:30 – 11:00 am

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on February 1, 2008 at 10:00 am.  

Superhero Surprise

Read about superhero Max and then make your own superhero wristband and mask.  Must be between ages 3 – 5 by April 8, 2008.

Tuesday, April 8 10:15 – 10:45

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on March 7, 2008 at 10:00 am.                                                                        

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American Girls - Meet Kit

Listen to the books, Meet Kit and Happy Birthday Kit, make crafts, listen to an old radio show, and learn to make sound effects like they did for radio shows.  We will also watch a children’s movie that Kit may have seen, and enjoy cake as we celebrate her birthday.  Ages 8-10.

Tuesdays     7:00 - 8:00pm    March 4, 11, 18, 25

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on Feb. 15 at 10:00 am.

American Girls - Meet Addy

Meet American Girl Addy and learn about life during the Civil War through crafts and games.  Ages 8 - 10.

Tuesdays          7:00 - 8:00pm      April 29, May 6, May 13

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on April 4, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Kids Knit

Bring in a project you would like to knit and a volunteer will help you create it.  For children aged 8 - 14 years.

Saturdays    10:30 - 11:30   January 12, 26, February 9, 23, March 8, 29, April 12

Open to non-residents.  Registration is required and begins on January 4, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Funtastic Creations

With Art Educator Michele Raffaele.  Sign up for one or all four sessions.  For children ages 9 - 14.

Wednesdays     7:00 - 8:00 pm    

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on January 4, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Evening Adventures

Each week discuss a new book, play games, and make a craft about the story.  Ages 6 - 8.

Wednesdays    7:00 - 8:00pm    April 16 , April 23, April 30,  May 7

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on April 4, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Mother & Daughter Book Discussions     

Book Discussion for mothers and daughters in Grades 4 - 8. 

Mondays        7:00 - 8:00 pm        

Registration is required for each session.  Attend any or all sessions.  Attendees are required to read the book prior to each session. 

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Book Voyagers

Kids will be kids, whether they are fighting dragons, boredom at school, bad characters in their neighborhoods, or modern day treasure hunters.  These fun to read books offer boys a chance to talk about how they might face some of the scrapes and challenges in their lives.   Each boy in the story faces adventure in his own style.  Joe relies on his friendships and cleverness to get back home.  Nick creates his own adventure with great wit and good humor.  Junebug’s sweet nature guides him to do what is right as he faces tough choices.  Tony’s curiosity does get him into trouble, but his calm thinking helps get him out again.

Sponsored by the Connecticut Humanities Council and the Friends of the North Haven Library.  For boys ages 8 - 11, with a parent or caregiver.  DADS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. 

Wednesdays     7:00 - 8:00 pm

Open to non-residents.  Registration is required and begins on January 18, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Art Smarts (4 week series)

Have fun while learning about famous artists and then have a chance to use their technique and make your own creation.  A visit to the Yale Art Gallery will be scheduled at the conclusion of this series.  Transportation will not be provided by the library.  Ages 6 - 9.

Tuesdays    4:15 – 5:00 pm     February 26, March 4, 11, 18

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on February 1, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Knight's Night (4 Week series)

Hear ye, hear ye!  All knights and fair maidens are invited to relive the exciting world of King Arthur by playing medieval games and creating medieval crafts while listening to the exciting stories of King Arthur.  Ages 6 – 8.

Thursdays     7:00 – 8:00 pm     March 6, 13, 20, 27

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on February 15, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Superhero Showcase

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a Superhero! Here’s your chance to learn about some of your favorite superheroes, make a super craft, and play games!  Ages 6 - 9.

Tuesday     4:15 – 4:45     April 8

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on March 7, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Superheroes -- The Real Thing

You’ve heard about pretend super heroes like, Spiderman, Superman and Batman, but at the library you can hear about real super heroes like Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, Charles Lindbergh, the first man to fly an airplane across the Atlantic Ocean, Sir Edmund Hillary, the first man to climb to the top of Mount Everest, and many more brave men and women (plus, one dog!) who risked their lives to perform super human feats!  Make paper airplanes and race rocket ships at this SUPER program!  Ages 8 -10.

Tuesday     7:00 – 7:30     April 8, 15, 22

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on March 7, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Airborne Jugglers

Airborne Jugglers, Susan Kirby and Joe Murray, have been delighting audiences for over 20 years.  Their high energy show combines juggling, magic, music, with audience participation, lots of silliness and tons of fun.  Following the show, Susan and Joe will teach a “learn to juggle” workshop.  This very interactive program provides the “hands on = minds on” activity that have made the Airborne Jugglers one of the most popular education programs in Connecticut.  Ages 5-14.

Tuesday     10:30 – 11:30     April 15     Community Room

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on April 4, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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From Trash to Tune

Come and learn how to make your own instrument using everyday objects. Using a wide array of instruments, Dennis Waring, Ph.D., weaves fun fascinating tales of the origin of music and how cultures through time utilized their natural environments for making fantastic sound-making devices.  Instruments like the bull roarer, mouth bow, animal horn, sea shell trumpet and bamboo flute, for instance, are universal in range. Dr. Waring is an ethnomusicologist, educator, author, instrument maker, collector, performer, and arts consultant. He recently returned from a four month journey around the world as shipboard ethnomusicologist with the University of Pittsburgh's Semester At Sea program and was even on MTV's "Road Rules"!  Ages 5 - 14.

Tuesday     2:00 – 3:00     April 15     Community Room

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on April 4, 2008 at 10:00 am.

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Wild Zoofari

Beardsley Zookeeper, Jim Knox, will present a live-action children's wildlife film.  He will also bring along some animals from the zoo.

Wednesday     2:00 - 3:00     April 16

North Haven residents only.  Registration is required and begins on April 4, 2008 at 10:00 am.

ALL AGES

BEST FRIENDS Used Book Store

The Book Store is open during library hours.   Pay for your purchases at the Circulation Desk.  Money raised will go directly to the Friends of the Library to be used for library programs and materials.

Open whenever the library is open.

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Movie Madness

FREE movies shown in the Library Community Room.  Parents of children under 12 must stay in the Library.  There will be no adult supervision at these movies.

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