February events taking place in the Youth Services Department of Samuels Public Library

Below are the events taking place in the Youth Department of Samuels Public Library during the month of February. More information about Samuels Library and the programs and services available can be found at www.samuelslibrary.net or by calling (540) 635-3153.

Wednesday, January 2 – Saturday, March 2.

• Frosty the Snowman and the Magic of Reading Winter Reading Club. Experience the magic of books this winter! By reading library books each week, children and teens can earn free books and prizes. Come to the many special programs at the library to enjoy even more fun and magic! Thank you to the Rotary Club of Warren County for their sponsorship of Winter Reading Club.

Saturday, February 2

• 10:00 Books and Barks. Come to our extremely popular monthly program that gives developing readers the chance to read and relax with a trained therapy dog. For beginning readers and up. Choose a time slot at registration, which begins January 2.
• 2:00 Wildlife in Winter presented by Blue Ridge Wildlife Center. It’s that time of year to pull on hats, a warm winter coat, mittens and boots. Have you ever wondered what our wild friends do when the temperatures start to dip and winter weather sets in? Learn how animals migrate, hibernate and adapt to survive the harsh winter weather. Animal guests may include: Arctic fox, corn snake, big brown bat, red-faced screech owl, hawk, and raptor. For the whole family.

Tuesday, February 5

• 11:00 Time for Baby. What do books, scarves, puppets, music and babies have in common? They are all part of Time for Baby. Join us as we use all of our senses to explore the world around us. This month, our theme will be, “You Are My Valentine.” Meet with your baby up to two years of age. Siblings welcome.
• 4:30 Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! In this weekly program, we will discuss and perform hands on investigations of STEM-related topics. We’ll be navigating with Maps, Old and New in this week’s club. For ages 6 – 11. Registration begins January 5.

Wednesday, February 6 & Thursday, February 7

• 10:15 Toddler Story time.
• 11:00 Preschool Story time.

“Let’s Build” will be the theme of our stories, songs, and crafts this week. Siblings welcome.

Wednesday, February 6

• 4:00 Critical Thinking, Logic, and Reasoning. Join local educator Jane Clark for a 12-week class that will use lecture, discussion, quizzes, and games to develop critical thinking and evaluation skills. The class runs from January 9 – March 27. For ages 12-15. Registration begins December 9.

Saturday, February 9

• 11:00 Discuss This. Are you inspired by good books, articles, movies, and art? Do you write, draw, or enjoy playing music? If so, join us as we discuss books and share our creations. This is a group for those who wish to talk seriously about a variety of topics. Refreshments will be provided. For ages 12 and up. Registration begins January 9.
• 11:00 ScienceTellers. Science Tellers will present their Wild West show. Grab your spurs and journey with us to the Wild West, where a legendary bank-robbing outlaw is back in town, about to strike again! After the Sheriff mysteriously vanishes, two young kids saddle up to foil the great heist and put a rotten cowboy back behind bars! Science Tellers use awesome science experiments to bring key parts of the story to life. For the whole family.
• 2:00 Dungeons & Dragons (Group A.) Hail and well met, Adventurers! A new program is taking place for teens 13+. Dungeons and Dragons is an interactive, imaginative game that stimulates the mind with critical thinking, problem solving, and quick wits. New to the game? No problem. Our Game Master is prepared to help all learn the game and provide an enjoyable experience for all. Space is limited, so join up while there’s still room on the list!

Tuesday, February 12

• 4:30 Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! In this weekly program, we will discuss and perform hands on investigations of STEM-related topics. This week, we’ll see who’s up for the bow and arrow challenge! For ages 6 – 11. Registration begins January 12.

Wednesday, February 13 & Thursday, February 14

• 10:15 Toddler Story time.
• 11:00 Preschool Story time.

Come in for some great stories, songs, and a craft while we say, “Be My Valentine!”

Wednesday, February 13

• 4:00 Future Einsteins. Children ages 6-11 are invited to be a Future Einstein! Join us after school on Wednesday, February 13 at 4:00 P.M. for a time of learning, experiments, and fun with the STEM GEMS and others who love science! For ages 6 – 11. Registration begins January 13.
• 4:00 Critical Thinking, Logic, and Reasoning. Join local educator Jane Clark for a 12-week class that will use lecture, discussion, quizzes, and games to develop critical thinking and evaluation skills. The class runs from January 9 – March 27. For ages 12-15. Registration begins December 9.

Saturday, February 16

• 11:00 No Two Alike. We will highlight the life of Snowflake Bentley, who discovered the unique design of each snowflake, and affirm the uniqueness of each child. We will watch a short biographical film on the life of Snowflake Bentley, make a wintery craft, and enjoy a seasonal snack. For ages 7 and up. Registration begins January 16.
• 2:00 Game On! Sample games from our new video game collection and give us your recommendations for more titles at our first Game On! program for teens! For ages 12-18. Registration begins January 16.

Tuesday, February 19

• 4:30 Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! In this weekly program, we will discuss and perform hands on investigations of STEM-related topics. It will be fun to guide the Sphero robots through the obstacle course using the app! For ages 6 – 11. Registration begins January 19.

Wednesday, February 20 & Thursday, February 21

• 10:15 Toddler Story time.
• 11:00 Preschool Story time.

George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson. The Childhood of Famous Americans will be the theme of our stories, songs and craft this week. Siblings welcome.

Wednesday, February 20

• 4:00 Critical Thinking, Logic, and Reasoning. Join local educator Jane Clark for a 12-week class that will use lecture, discussion, quizzes, and games to develop critical thinking and evaluation skills. The class runs from January 9 – March 27. For ages 12-15. Registration begins December 9.

Saturday, February 23

• 11:00 World of Lego. Children ages 5 and up are invited to explore all the amazing things you can do with Legos. We’ll have some winter-themed building projects this month. Registration begins January 23.
• 2:00 Dungeons & Dragons (Group B.) Hail and well met, Adventurers! A new program is taking place for teens 13+. Dungeons and Dragons is an interactive, imaginative game that stimulates the mind with critical thinking, problem solving, and quick wits. New to the game? No problem. Our Game Master is prepared to help all learn the game and provide an enjoyable experience for all. Space is limited, so join up while there’s still room on the list!

Tuesday, February 26

• 4:30 Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! In this weekly program, we will discuss and perform hands on investigations of STEM-related topics. Have a heart! We will be learning about the circulatory system at this week’s club. For ages 6 – 11. Registration begins January 26.

Wednesday, February 27 & Thursday, February 28

• 10:15 Toddler Story time.
• 11:00 Preschool Story time.

Story-time doesn’t get bigger than this: Elephants! Hear the stories, sing the songs, and do a craft about these mighty creatures. Siblings welcome.

Wednesday, February 27

• 4:00 Critical Thinking, Logic, and Reasoning. Join local educator Jane Clark for a 12-week class that will use lecture, discussion, quizzes, and games to develop critical thinking and evaluation skills. The class runs from January 9 – March 27. For ages 12-15. Registration begins December 9.