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

These are the virtual events that are being hosted by the Youth Services Department at Samuels Public Library for October. 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.

Thursday, October 1

• 10:00 Virtual Story Time.  We love dinos!  Join Miss Pattie for some great stories about dinosaurs!   Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Saturday, October 3

• 11:00 Virtual Books and Barks.  Join Finn and his owner Susan for a reverse Books and Barks session.  Enjoy a good book with a very friendly dog!  Children can watch on the Samuels Library Facebook page or YouTube channel.

Tuesday, October 6

• 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.  Ready for a change?  Our topic this week is metamorphosis.  We’ll learn about butterflies and make a craft.  Intended for ages 6-11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Wednesday, October 7

• 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, October 8

• 10:00 Virtual Story Time.  Miss Pattie will feature some favorite fairy tales during this week’s story time.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Saturday, October 10

• 2:00 Virtual Aspiring Artists.  Are you aged 7 or older?  Do you enjoy art?  If so, please join us for our children’s art class.  In this class, artists will make Marvelous Mosaics.  Choose your pattern and puzzle together your unique, colorful design!  You can watch this program on the Samuels Library Facebook page or YouTube channel.

Monday, October 12

• 4:30 Tech Kids. Welcome to Tech Kids! In this series of programs, we will explore the history and function of many kinds of technology. Kids will learn about how technology impacts our lives as well as society, including our past, present, and future.  This week will be all about robots!  Intended for ages 6 – 11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Tuesday, October 13

• 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.  This week, we will explore crystals and how they form.  Intended for ages 6-11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Monday, October 19

• 4:30 Wonders of the Sea.  Head out to the open sea and explore the depths of lore and mysteries surrounding the ocean!  Tour lighthouses, and learn how you can help the oceans thrive.

Wednesday, October 21

• 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, October 22

• 10:00 Virtual Story Time.  Fall Fun will be the theme of our stories this week!  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Saturday, October 24

• 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.

Monday, October 26

• 4:30 Tech Kids.  Live with Sarah. Welcome to Tech Kids! In this series of programs, we will explore the history and function of many kinds of technology. Kids will learn about how technology impacts our lives as well as society, including our past, present, and future.
  During this session, participants will meet together through Zoom, and explore the technology used with robots. Children are encouraged to watch the Tech Kids: Robots recording on the Samuels Library Facebook page or YouTube channel in advance.
  This program is intended for children ages 6-11. Please register with a valid email address, for connecting on Zoom.

Tuesday, October 27

• 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.  This week, we will learn the how and why of elephant toothpaste!  Intended for ages 6-11.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Wednesday, October 28

• 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, October 29

• 10:00 Virtual Story Time.  When two things are so very different, we call them opposites.  Enjoy some great stories about opposites with Miss Pattie.  Watch on the Samuels Library Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

Saturday, October 31

• 2:00 Boo to You!  Virtual Story Time.  Listen to some fun stories as you get ready for your evening celebrations!