Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Children's Department Newsletter January

Booking Around Brrrlin!

Wednesday, December 27th- Saturday, January 27th

All Ages

The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library’s Children’s/Teen Departments are excited to announce the return of our community-wide scavenger hunt, this time with a frosty twist! It runs from December 27, 2023, to January 27, 2024, and people of all ages are invited to participate! It’s a great way to foster both community spirit and literacy and is a fun activity for the whole family.

How It Works:

Berlin businesses, the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, and Berlin Schools have hung posters of winter-themed books in their windows! Find and log at least fifteen book cover titles and return the log to the library by January 27, 2024, to be entered into a drawing for gift baskets with gift cards from local businesses!  You can pick up a hard copy of the log at the library or download one beginning December 27, 2023.

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Wiggles & Giggles, Little Waddlers, & Mother Goose on the Loose will resume the week of February 6, 2024!

Family Jammie Storytime

Thursday, January 18th

6:00 pm

All Ages

*No registration required.

Come dressed in your favorite jammies (and slippers) for sleepy songs and stories! Bring a stuffed friend and a blanket or towel to sit on.

Girls Who Code

Wednesdays, January 3rd, 17th & 31st

4:30-5:30 pm

Grades 3-5

*Registration required.

Our 3rd-5th Grade Club will learn how to code by completing coding tutorials and building community through interactive activities.

Learn More & Register Here!

Books & Bites: Nutmeg Book Club

Tuesday, January 9th

6:00-7:00pm

Grades 4-6

*Registration is required beginning 12/5

Join us in reading and discussing The Beast and the Bethany by Jack Meggitt-Phillips. Register for your Nutmeg Kit for pick-up in the Children's Department. Snacks will be provided!

STEAM Series: Will It Float or Sink?

Wednesday, January 10th

4:30-5:30 pm

Grades K-3

*Registration required beginning 1/3

Will it float or sink? Why does oil bead up in water? Will a tomato sink? Why do ships float?Explore density with liquids! Build an aluminum foil boat and see how many pennies it can hold afloat.

Toy Swap

Saturday, January 13th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Would you like to swap out the toys your kids have outgrown without spending any money? Do you have toys in great condition that your kids no longer play with? LET’S SWAP! Items accepted are for kids aged 0-12 and can include legos, games, puzzles, outdoor toys, dolls, blocks, and more! Drop off toys on Friday afternoon and you will be given an early bird ticket to visit the swap on Saturday morning before it’s open to the public! Click the button below for more information and donation guidelines.

Toy Swap Drop-Off: Friday, January 12th, 1:00-4:30 pm

Early Bird Hour for those who donate: Saturday, January 13th, 10:00-11:00 pm