Children

* Upcoming Children & Family Events *

 


Four cartoon kids wearing winter sweaters and accessories (hats, mittens, earmuffs, etc.)Romp ‘N Stomp
Tuesdays: 11/12, 11/19, 12/10, 12/17
10:00 – 10:30 AM
Ages: 10 – 24 months
Children’s/Youth Department (2nd Floor)

Hello everyone!! Hope you all had an awesome end of summer vacation!! We are ready to STOMP into Autumn. Join us on the following Tuesdays

November 12th & 19th, December 10th & 17th,  from 10:00-10:30 am 
Mark your calendars!

This program is for children, 10 months to 24 months, and their caregivers. Join new and old friends sharing stories, singing songs, and more!

We will meet in the Children’s/Youth Department. Just drop in! Can’t wait to see you!  Questions? Please call Ms. Mary at 978-365-4160, ext. 5.



Seven young children getting ready to run in a parkHomeschool Playdate
Thursdays: 11/7, 11/14, 11/21
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Community Room

Attention Homeschoolers!! Want to meet other Homeschool Families and just chat while the children play? Then join us, if you can, on the following Thursdays, from 11:00 am. to 1:00 pm. We will meet in the Community Room!!  

Playdates will be: November 7, 14, & 21

No Registration Required


 


A wreath of colorful autumn leaves, with a fox holding a heart, and the words "Hello Autumn" in the centerTails n’ Tales Storytime
Fridays, November 15th & 22nd
10:00 – 10:45 AM
Ages: 3 – 4 years
Children’s/Youth Department

Join us for “Tails n’ Tales Storytime” for ages 3-4, in the children’s/Youth Dept.  We Will meet on Friday, November 15 and 22.

The program will be held from 10:00 to 10:45. Just drop-in! We will share stories, steam crafts, games and more!

Please call Mrs. Marini @ 978-365-4160, ext. 5 with any questions!!



Assorted craft supplies (beads, yarn, needles, thread, scissors, buttons, fabric, ribbon, sequins, etc.)“Family Craft Swap: Gluten Free!!”
Saturday, December 7th
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Children’s/Youth Department (2nd Floor)

Just in time for the Holidays!! Love to sew, create homemade crafts, join us today from 11:00-3:00 for our 1st “Gluten Free” Family Craft SWAP!! So look through your craft items you have at home, decide what you would like to swap with others, and get ready for some fun. There will be a list of a few items, that will not be allowed to swap! We will post them soon.



Celebrate Computer Science Week!
Saturday, December 14th
10:15 – 11:30 AM
Ages 8-12

Community Room

Join us today to celebrate Computer Science Week!! Our program is for students age 8 to 12. You must be registered to attend!! Call us at 978-365-4160, ext. 5 or register online. Learn about coding and more!!  More details to follow!


 




AWE Learning Systems

Stop by and try out our Early Literacy Station (for ages 2-8) or our AfterSchool Edge system (for ages 6-12).

Award-winning content provides hours of education and fun!!


AfterSchool Edge

AfterSchool Edge

The ideal solution for elementary & middle school-age children, the AfterSchool Edge is perfect for enrichment, intervention, homework help, and skill reinforcement. Young learners can continue to grow by extending their learning beyond the classroom.

– Designed for ages 6-12
– Aligned to academic standards
– Supports differentiated learning


Early Literacy Station

AWE’s flagship educational solution introduces young learners to age-appropriate, multi-curricular content that is both fun and engaging. With a focus on literacy, young learners develop skills early on that will prepare them for success in education and in life.

– Designed for ages 2-8
– Focused on early literacy skill development
– Enhances school readiness
– Available in English, Bilingual Spanish, or Bilingual French

Early Literacy Station

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Library Cards

Children ages five and up are eligible for a library card. Stop by to fill out an application and check out some great books today! Adults will need to have a valid ID that has your current address printed on it, or a valid ID along with a piece of mail that has your current address.

Museum and Attraction Discount Passes

The Bigelow Free Public Library has purchased passes that offer free or reduced admission to many local museums and attractions. Check out our Passes page to learn more. Now you can reserve your pass online using our online reservation system!

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