Children activities by Samuels Public Library for the month of July

These are the events being presented by the Youth Services Department at Samuels Public Library during the month of July 2022.  More information about Samuels Library and the programs and services available can be found at www.samuelslibrary.net or by calling (540) 635-3153.

Saturday, July 2

• 2:00 PM – 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.  For ages 12-18. Registration required.

Monday, July 4^th – Library closed in observation of Independence Day.

Tuesday, July 5

• 3:30 PM – Science Scouts. Come in on Tuesday afternoons for a time to explore the mysteries of the world through science!  In this weekly program, we will investigate a different STEM-related topic each week. Our theme for this week’s club is Cleaning up Oil Spills.  For ages 6-11.  Registration required.

Wednesday, July 6

• 10:15 AM – Toddler Story Time. Warren Reads Program in collaboration with Warren County Parks and Rec. Each month throughout the summer enjoy an important community member guest reading during story time. This month we will have a special guest from the Police Department! Enjoy their story and then visit their police car.  Although it is geared for children up to 3 ½, siblings are welcome. Registration required.
• 11:00 AM – Preschool Story Time. Warren Reads program in collaboration with Warren County Parks and Rec.  Each month throughout the summer enjoy an important community member guest reading during story time. This month we will have a special guest from the Police Department! Enjoy their story and then visit their police car.  Although it is geared for children from 3 1/2 to 5, siblings are welcome. Registration required.

Thursday, July 7

• 11:00 AM – Ocean Zones! Let’s learn about ocean zones! We will explore the three main ocean zones and the animals and plants that are unique to them.  We’ll practice our investigating and research skills, and then create mini aquariums to take home! For ages 6-11.  Registration required.

Friday, July 8

• 10:00 AM – Toddler Trails. Join us at Eastham Park, where we will lend magnifying glasses for all the children to take a close look at the cool bugs we can find along the path! We will play a game of “bug bingo” while we walk and explore, and then enjoy a story time!  This program is brought to you in partnership with Warren County Parks & Recreation. In the event of inclement weather, this program will be canceled. For ages 2- 5.  Registration required.

Saturday, July 9

• 11:00 AM – Press Play. Join us for a gaming session of Smash Brothers!  Attendance is very limited, so please register in advance. For ages 11-18

Monday, July 11

• 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 required.

Tuesday, July 12

• 3:30 PM – Science Scouts. Come in on Tuesday afternoons for a time to explore the mysteries of the world through science!  In this weekly program, we will investigate a different STEM-related topic each week. Our theme for this week’s club is Gravity Defying Water. For ages 6-11.  Registration required.

Wednesday, July 13  

• 10:15 AM – Toddler Story Time. Bees Knees will be the theme of our stories, songs, and craft. .  Although it is geared for children up to 3 ½, siblings are welcome. Registration required.
• 11:00 AM – Preschool Story Time. Bees Knees will be the theme of our stories, songs, and craft. Although it is geared for children from 3 1/2 to 5, siblings are welcome. Registration required.

Thursday, July 14

• 2:00 PM – Mr. Jon & Friends. This musical comedy show is all about fun and laughter! Mr. Jon & Friends will inspire dancing and movement. Sure to bring a smile to your face, even his puppet will make you giggle!

Friday, July 15

• 2:00 PM – Dancing by His Grace. Discover some of the great composers and choreographers of dance! From Ballet to Tap to Jazz! Learn choreography and hear a variety of musical pieces, as well as create your own “DANCE & MUSIC APPRECIATION BOOK” to add to each year, with the guidance of Artistic Director and Professional Ballet Teacher, Karen Eriksson-Lee, and Classical Ballet Teacher, Katya Stafira. Ages 6+.

Saturday, July 16

• 11:00 AM – Helpers in the Garden. Bring your special needs child or adult to this wonderful garden program! We will learn about insects, enjoy a honey tasting, and listen to a story. Open to ages 5+, including adults. All participants must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.

Monday, July 18

• 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 required.

Tuesday, July 19

• 3:30PM – Science Scouts.  Come in on Tuesday afternoons for a time to explore the mysteries of the world through science!  In this weekly program, we will investigate a different STEM-related topic each week. This week’s theme is Straw Siphoning. For ages 6-11.  Registration required.  A virtual option will be offered for this week as well. Find it on our Facebook & YouTube Pages.

Wednesday, July 20

• 10:15AM – Toddler Story Time.  Bring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft all about our community helpers! .Although it is geared for children up to 3 ½, siblings are welcome Registration 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 with your preschooler, aged 3 1/2 to five, for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! Registration required.

Thursday, July 21

• 3:00 PM – Leave No Trace. Join us for an afternoon of activities designed to introduce Leave No Trace principles. Through games and conversation we will explore these guidelines that help us reduce our impact on outdoor spaces while we recreate, explore and enjoy them. Led by avid hiker and Warren County Appalachian Trail Committee co-chair, Susan Tschirhart. Ages 6-12. Registration required.

Friday, July 22

• 2:00 PM – Dancing by His Grace. Sing, dance, explore musical instruments, and have fun putting them all together! Learn about Composer Camille Saint-Saens and his beautiful “Carnival of the Animals” while dancing like the fish in the aquarium, or the swans on the lake, or maybe the elephant in the circus! Ages 3-8.  Registration required.

Saturday, July 23

• 2:00 PM – Aspiring Artists.  Are you aged 7 or older?  Do you enjoy art?  If so, please join us for our children’s art class and learn to turn a pile of fabric scraps into a fabric bowl! Registration required.

Monday, July 25

• 11:00AM – 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 required.

Tuesday, July 26

• 3:30PM – Science Scouts.  Come in on Tuesday afternoons for a time to explore the mysteries of the world through science!  In this weekly program, we will investigate a different STEM-related topic each week. This week’s theme is Weathering and Erosion with Sugar Cubes. For ages 6-11.  Registration required. A virtual option will be offered for this week as well. Find it on our Facebook & YouTube Pages.

Wednesday, July 27

• 10:15AM Toddler Story Time.  Bring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs, and a cute craft! By the Sea will be the theme of our stories, songs, and craft!  Although it is geared for children up to 3 ½, siblings are welcome Registration required.
• 11:00AM Preschool Story Time.  Come for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a nifty craft! By the Sea will be the theme of our stories, songs, and craft. Although it is geared for children from 3 1/2 to 5, siblings are welcome. Registration required.

Saturday, July 30

• 2:00 PM – Petting Zoo. Get up close to some super cool animals right here at the library! Join us in the garden to meet some goats, sheep, ducks, rabbits, and a pig! Courtesy of Crooked Creek Mobile Petting Zoo.