Virtual 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 for the month of June. 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 by calling (540) 635-3153.

Saturday, June 5

• 2:00 Virtual 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. Sign up in advance to be invited to Google Hangouts. For ages 12-18.

Monday, June 7

• Summer Reading Club begins. Favorite animals and amazing stories give you Tails and Tales, a fun-filled summer reading club for all ages! Register online or in person. Read some great tales, log your books, and pick up your prize when you visit Samuels Library. Summer Reading Club is sponsored by FOSL (Friends of Samuels Library), Rotary Club of Warren County, and Elks Lodge #2382.
• 11:00 Tails and Tales Story Time. In celebration of Summer Reading Club, we will have Tails and Tales Story Time in the Children’s Garden.  Registration is suggested. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be moved inside.  This event will be broadcast on Facebook Live.

Tuesday, June 8

• 4:30 Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! Learn about the different layers of soil, what happens in each, and how they can change. Watch on Facebook or YouTube.
• 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.

Wednesday, June 9

• 1:00 Virtual Storytime. It’s Picnic Time! Our stories this week will remind us of the fun and adventures we can have when we are on a picnic. Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Thursday, June 10

• 11:00 Garden Story Time. Join us in our beautiful Children’s Garden for story time! It’s Picnic Time! Our stories this week will remind us of the fun and adventures we can have when we are on a picnic. Attendance is limited, so registration is required for every child. All COVID-19 guidelines will be followed. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Saturday, June 12

• 11:00 Super Salad Sensations: A Children’s Garden Program. “Lettuce” plant the ingredients for a tasty salad during this planting party! For ages 6-11. Attendance is limited, so registration is required for every child. All COVID-19 guidelines will be followed. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be rescheduled.

Tuesday, June 15

• 4:30 Virtual Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! This week we will learn about the tilt of the earth and how it causes the seasons. Request a S.T.E.M. kit from the Children’s desk after watching this program. This program is intended for ages 6-11. Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.
• 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.

Wednesday, June 16

• 1:00 Virtual Storytime. Miss Pattie will read beautiful stories this week, for our In the Garden theme.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Thursday, June 17

• 11:00 Garden Story Time.  Join us in our beautiful Children’s Garden for story time!  Miss Pattie will read beautiful stories this week, for our In the Garden theme.  Registration is suggested.  In the event of inclement weather, this event will be moved inside.

Tuesday, June 22

• 3:30 Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science!  This week, we will explore the laws of motion, in the Children’s Garden.  Registration is suggested.  In the event of inclement weather, this event will be moved inside, or may be viewed on the library’s Facebook page or YouTube channel.  This program is intended for ages 6-11.
• 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.

Wednesday, June 23

• 1:00 Virtual Storytime. What amazing creatures will we find in our jungle stories this week? Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Thursday, June 24

• 11:00 Garden Story Time.  Bring in your child for an enjoyable time filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, and finger plays in our Children’s Garden!  What amazing creatures will we find in our jungle stories this week?  Registration is suggested.  In the event of inclement weather, this event will be moved inside.

Monday, June 28

• 2:00 Cinderella Tales. Many of our favorite stories have been passed down from generation to generation all around the world!  We will discuss how the story of Cinderella is similar and different among many cultures in the world. Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Tuesday, June 29

• 3:30 Virtual Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science!  This week, we will discover copper reactions and answer the question, “Why is the Statue of Liberty green?”  Request a S.T.E.M. kit from the Children’s desk after watching this program. This program is intended for ages 6-11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.
• 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.

Wednesday, June 30

• 1:00 Virtual Storytime. Let’s Go Fishing! We’re sure to catch some good stories this week!  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.