Children activities by Samuels Public Library for the month of June

These are the events being presented by the Youth Services Department at Samuels Public Library during the month of June 2023.  More information about Samuels Library and the programs and services available can be found at www.samuelslibrary.net or by calling (540) 635-3153.

Thursday, June 1

• 6:00 PM – Teens Connect.  For ages 12-18. Do you love being creative and want to find new books to dive into?  Come join us once a month to enjoy different activities ranging from crafts, games, and more.  This month we will be testing our knowledge of book characters as we play Guess Who?  Registration is required.

Saturday, June 3

• 10:00 AM – Summer Reading Program begins.  Find Your Voice!  Come sign up to read and win prizes throughout the summer.  Spin for prizes when you register!
• 10:00 AM – Cardinals Story Time.  For all ages.  Talk to the local baseball players and their mascot.  Listen as they read stories in the play area.
• 2:00 PM – Bubble Party & Refreshments in the Garden.  Come enjoy bubbles outside and get a snack, after you register for summer reading!

Monday, June 5

• 11:00 AM – Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers. Join our relaxed and joyful time with our little ones as we incorporate music, beginning yoga, and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby. Registration is required.

Tuesday, June 6

• 10:30 AM – Homeschool Hub. For ages 6-11. Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, gathering data, and drawing conclusions.  The topic this week is Composting. Registration is required.

Wednesday, June 7

• 10:15AM – Toddler Story Time.  Bring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft all about the Zoo! Siblings welcome. We will have a special visit from the Front Royal Fire Department! Registration is required.
• 11:00AM – Preschool Story Time.  Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Zoo stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! We will have a special visit from the Front Royal Fire Department! Registration required.

Friday, June 9

• 10:00 AM – Toddler Trails.  Bring your toddler to Rockland Park to learn about Wonderful Weeds!  Join us for a walk, a story, and a craft!  Registration is required.

Saturday, June 10

• 11:00 AM – Story Walk.  Join us at Eastham Park as we read our new story, It’s Only One by Tracey Corderoy.  There will be a guessing game, a craft, and information from the Anti-Litter Council of Front Royal.

Monday, June 12

• 11:00 AM – Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers. Join our relaxed and joyful time with our little ones as we incorporate music, beginning yoga, and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby. Registration is required.

Tuesday, June 13

• 3:30 PM – Science Scouts. Children will investigate a different STEM-related topic bi-weekly. This week’s theme is Composting.  For ages 6-11.  Registration is required.

Wednesday, June 14

• 10:15AM – Toddler Story Time.  Bring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft about Going Camping! Siblings welcome. We will have a special visit from the Front Royal Cardinals! Registration is required.
• 11:00AM – Preschool Story Time.  Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Going Camping stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! We will have a special visit from the Front Royal Cardinals! Registration required.

Friday, June 16

• 2:00 PM – Painting With Carmine.  Come join Carmine, the painting dog, as we create beautiful pictures!  Ages 8-18.  Registration is required.

Saturday, June 17

• 2:00 PM – Discuss This Book.  For ages 12-18.  What type of books do you like?  Historical, Science Fiction, Mystery, Adventure…?  Bring a book that you like and can talk about.  Registration is required.

Monday, June 19

• The library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

Tuesday, June 20

• 10:30 AM – Homeschool Hub. For ages 6-11. Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, gathering data, and drawing conclusions.  The topic this week is Hydroponic Plants. Registration is required.

Wednesday, June 21

• 10:15AM – Toddler Story Time.  Bring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft all about Summertime Fun! Siblings welcome.  Registration is required.
• 11:00AM – Preschool Story Time.  Read With the Sheriff! This week we will have a special guest from the Sheriff’s office!  Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Summertime Fun stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! Registration required.

Friday, June 23

• 2:00 PM – Financial Well-Being 101 for Teens.  For ages 12-18. Learn from Matt Dillingham, a financial advisor, about bank accounts, interest, credit, and investments.  Registration is required.

Saturday, June 24

• 1:00 PM –Wildlife Happenings!  For ages 8-18.  Join Cindy Kreiman as we learn about animals and find our voice in art. Registration is required.

Monday, June 26

• 11:00 AM – Music & Movement for Babies & Toddlers. Join our relaxed and joyful time with our little ones as we incorporate music, beginning yoga, and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby. Registration is required.

Tuesday, June 27

• 3:30 PM – Science Scouts. Children will investigate a different STEM-related topic bi-weekly. This week’s theme is Hydroponic Plants.  For ages 6-11.  Registration is required.

Wednesday, June 28

• 11:00 AM – Rainbow Puppets presents Really Radical Reptile Revue.  Meet all kinds of reptilian puppets, including an alligator, a crocodile, a Caiman, and the gigantic prehistoric Plesiosaurus! Fun for the whole family!

Thursday, June 29

• 4:00 PM – Special Needs Scavenger Hunt.  For ages 5+, with a guardian.  This will be a non-typical scavenger hunt in the Children’s Garden.  It will be kid/special needs friendly.  Registration is required.