Virtual children activities by Samuels Public Library for the month of August

These are the virtual events that are being hosted by the Youth Services Department at Samuels Public Library for the month of August.  Most events can be viewed from the Samuels Library Facebook page or YouTube channel.  More information about Samuels Library and the programs and services available can be found at www.samuelslibrary.net or call (540) 635-3153.

Children, teens, and adults are challenged to Dig Deeper:  Read.  Investigate.  Discover.  Samuels Library’s Summer Reading Clubs have begun, and readers are invited to register for Summer Reading Club, log their books read, complete challenges, attend virtual programs, and collect badges online.  Then come to the library for your prizes!  Summer Reading Club continues through August 10.

Tuesday, August 4

• 2:00 Virtual 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 will investigate chemical reactions as we make elephant toothpaste.  Intended for ages 6-11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Wednesday, August 5

• 10:00 Virtual Story Time.  Author June Smalls will have a special reading of her children’s book, Odd Animal ABCs, just for Samuels Library patrons!
• 7:00 Goodnight, Sweetheart!  Virtual Pajama Story Time.  It’s time for bed!  Join Miss Pattie for some sweet bedtime stories.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Thursday, August 6

• 10:00 Virtual Story Time.  Author June Smalls will have a special reading of her children’s book, She Leads, just for Samuels Library patrons!

Monday, August 10

• 2:00 Virtual Symphony of Sound.  This series of programs explores many sounds, including sounds found in nature and the science of sound as well as musical instruments. Children will be able to explore many kinds of sounds and reflect creatively on them as well as create their own sounds via crafts.  This week we will explore the brass family of instruments.  Intended for ages 6 – 11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Tuesday, August 11

• 4:30 Virtual 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.  Learn how to make a maze, using magnets!   Intended for ages 6-11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Wednesday, August 12

• 7:00 Goodnight, Sweetheart!  Virtual Pajama Story Time.  It’s time for bed!  Join Miss Pattie for some sweet bedtime stories.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Thursday, August 13

• 10:00 Virtual Story Time.  What’s new?  Join Miss Pattie for story time as she reads some of the library’s new books!  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Saturday, August 15

• 2:00 Virtual Discuss This.  Join Ms. Michal for a virtual teen discussion group.  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.  Sign up in advance to participate on a platform to be determined.  For ages 12-18.

Tuesday, August 18

• 4:30 Virtual 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.  How do you make a balloon walk?  Find out during our time today, as we learn more about friction.  Intended for ages 6-11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Wednesday, August 19

• 7:00 Goodnight, Sweetheart!  Virtual Pajama Story Time.  It’s time for bed!  Join Miss Pattie for some sweet bedtime stories.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Thursday, August 20

• 10:00 Virtual Story Time.  What’s cooking?  We’ll have some fun stories that feature food and the kitchen during this week’s story time.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Saturday, August 22

• 11:00 Virtual Aspiring Artists.  Are you aged 7 or older?  Do you enjoy art?  If so, please join us for our children’s art class.  This month we will learn about the art of Vincent Van Gogh, and recreate his iconic painting, Starry Night.  You can watch this program on the Samuels Library Facebook page or YouTube channel.

Monday, August 24

• 4:30 Virtual Symphony of Sound.  This series of programs explores many sounds, including sounds found in nature and the science of sound as well as musical instruments. Children will be able to explore many kinds of sounds and reflect creatively on them as well as create their own sounds via crafts.  This week, join us for a musical story time:  Peter and the Wolf!  Intended for ages 5 – 11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Tuesday, August 25

• 4:30 Virtual 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.   Learn how to make water move using capillary action.  Intended for ages 6-11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Wednesday, August 26

• 7:00 Goodnight, Sweetheart!  Virtual Pajama Story Time.  It’s time for bed!  Join Miss Pattie for some sweet bedtime stories.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Thursday, August 27

• 10:00 Virtual Story Time. There are so many to choose from, but what is your favorite?  This week our stories will be about favorite colors.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Friday, August 28

• 2:00 Little House Lore.  Do you the love the Little House books?  Or, would you like an introduction to those books?  In this program, we’ll dig deeper into some fun aspects of the series by Laura Ingalls Wilder.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Monday, August 31

• 2:00 Virginia Fossil Finds.  Did you know that Thomas Jefferson named a fossil?  Do you know the best places to find fossilized shark teeth?  What are trace fossils?  Join Ms. Michal for a discussion and show-and-tell of fossils that are native to Virginia.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.