Children’s Programs

 Programs and events for Children.

 

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• • • • • • Friday, June 9, 2023:  Paws of Fury – Rated PG (2022) 1 hour 38 minutes
            
          • Friday, July 14, 2023: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish – Rated PG (2022) 1 hour 42 minutes 
          • Friday, August 11, 2023
          • Friday, September 22, 2023
          • Friday, October  6, 2023
          • Friday, November 10, 2023
          • Friday, December 29, 2023 

 

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ALL CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS MEET IN THE BUTLER LIBRARY

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Register for the Summer Session: 2023

 

Story Time
Tuesdays at 10:30 A.M.
July 11 –  August 31:    No Story Time July 25
For ages  3 – 5 yrs.
Register of Google Forms or visit the Library to sign up.
Story time offers 30-minute sessions with a story and other fun activities. Parents must remain in the Library. This free program is limited to 12 children. Registration is required on Google Forms. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.  If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

 

Toddler Time  
Thursdays at 10:30 A.M.
July 6 – August 29     No Toddler Time July 27
For ages  2 – 3 yrs.
Register on Google Forms or visit the Library to sign up. 
Toddler time offers a 30-minute session with a story and a small craft for children and caretakers. This free program is limited to 8 children and 8 caretakers.  Butler residents only. Registration is required on Google Forms. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.  If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

 

State Birds Scavenger Hunt
When:  May 1 – May 31
No Registration Necessary
Ages:  3 – 10 years
Pick up a Scavenger Hunt Game Worksheet at the circulation desk. Wander around the library and look for pictures of the state birds.  All of the pictures have numbers on them, so match the numbers from the scavenger hunt pictures to the game worksheet. Once you have completed the scavenger hunt, bring it to the Circulation Desk and claim your small prize. 

 

Meeting for Summer Reading Volunteer Program
If you are not able to attend the meeting, call the library to schedule time with Ms. Arlene 973-838-3262.
When:   Monday, June 5
Register on Google Forms
Time:  4:00 P.M.
Grade:  Must have completed 6th grade through Grade 12
Register on Google Forms for the meeting. Join Ms. Arlene for a brief meeting to learn about volunteering for the Summer Reading Program. Be prepared to fill out an application and to sign up for days/times you are available to volunteer at the Library. The Summer Reading program is held from June 29 –  August 5, 2023. As always we appreciate your help.

 

Ceramic Surprise
When: Monday,  June 12
Register on Google Forms or visit the Library to sign up.  Please register each child separately.  
Time: 4:00 – 4:45 pm
Ages: 4 – 10 yrs.
Choose a ceramic item to paint from a large group of items available. All paint supplies are provided by the library for this program.This program is limited to 20 children.  If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262. Each child needs to be registered separately on Google Forms so we have an accurate count of attendees. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.  If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

 

Beach Bucket:  Time for Summer
When:  Saturday, June 17
Register on Google Forms or visit the Library to register. 
Time:  12:00 – 12:45 PM
Ages:  2 – 8 years
Decorate a beach bucket with stickers and markers.  Register on Google Forms. Each child needs to be registered separately on Google Forms so we have an accurate count of attendees. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.  If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

 

Embroidery Hoop Wreath (5 inch hoop) for kids
Register on Google Forms
When: Monday, June 19
Time: 6:00 – 6:45 PM
Ages: 5 – 10 yrs.
Tie double knots of a piece of material around an embroidery hoop.  If a child is not able to tie a double knot, a parent must attend the program to help with the craft.  Each child needs to be registered separately on Google Forms so we have an accurate count of attendees. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.  If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

 

 

Registration for the Summer Reading Program
When: Thursday, June 29
Time: 11:00 AM- 7:30 PM
Stop by the Library any time between 11 – 7:30 PM to sign up for the five week Summer Reading Program.  Pick up your materials to get you started for this five (5) week program of Reading during the summer. After reading the required number of minutes each week, bring your Summer Reading Passport to the Library to be stamped.  Hand in your weekly worksheet if you are interested in being part of the drawing to try to win a prize from the display case.  Every child receives a small prize each week for completing the required reading.  

 

Summer Reading Program:
This Year’s Theme is: All Together Now
When:  June 29 – August 4  Complete all of the worksheets and pick up your weekly prize by August 11.
Registration:  Come to the Library on June 29 for registration, pick up your small bag of goodies, with Passport and weekly worksheet.

June 29:  Jack’s Petting Zoo:  12:00 – 1:30 PM
Located to the left of the new playground next to the clothing bins.
All children need to be accompanied by an adult.

 

Week 1: June 29 – July 7     Read, complete your Reading Passport Log & worksheet, pick up your weekly incentive prize, and new worksheet.
Week 2: July 10 –  July 14    Read, complete your Reading Passport Log & worksheet, pick up your weekly incentive prize, and new worksheet.
Week 3: July 17 – July 21     Read, complete your Reading Passport Log & worksheet, pick up your weekly incentive prize, and new worksheet.
Week 4: July 24 – July 28     Read, complete your Reading Passport Log & worksheet, pick up your weekly incentive prize, and new worksheet.
Week 5: July 31 – Aug.  4    Read, complete your Reading Passport Log & worksheet, pick up your weekly incentive prize, and new worksheet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Indoor KIDS LEARN TO RIDE at St. Anthony’s Church Gymnasium
Sponsored by Avenues of Motion
Address:  St. Anthony’s Gym  57 Bartholdi Ave.  ENTER ON HASBROUCK AVENUE AT THE Double RED DOORS
Ms. Arlene and Ms. Jennifer will be at St. Anthony’s during the program.
When:  Wednesday, July 12
Ages:  Ages 5-13
Bring a bike and a helmet for each rider

Sign Up for one of these sessions:

Session 1: 9am-10:30am  (Limit 10 Children)  Arrival time: 8:45am  Register for Session 1 using this GOOGLE FORM
Session 2: 10:30am-12pm (Limit 10 Children)  Register for Session 2 using this GOOGLE FORM 

Learning to ride a bike is a rite of passage that provides a sense of accomplishment in learning a new, profound skill! This 1 ½ hour class teaches the safe and effective “balance first” method. Our certified Bike Right® instructors will remove the bike’s pedals and teach balance and control above all else. Your child will learn the basics of starting, stopping, steering, proper bike/helmet fit and adjustment. Our instructors provide upbeat music and positive reinforcement to keep the class motivated. We support various learning styles and will give your child the tools they need to build confidence on two wheels.  Each child needs to be registered separately on Google Forms. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.  If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

 

 

STEAM: Paint a Garden Stepping Stone
When:  Monday, July 17
Register on Google Forms or visit the Library to register. 
Time:  6:00 – 6:45 pm
Ages:  3 – 10
Register on Google Forms or visit the Library to register.
All painting supplies are provided by the library. Register on Google Forms. Each child needs to be registered separately on Google Forms so we have an accurate count of attendees. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.  If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

 

Summertime BINGO
Register on Google Forms 
When: Thursday, July 20
Ages:  6 – 10 years
Time:  6:00 – 6:45 PM
Join Ms. Karen and play several rounds of BINGO and win a prize at the end of the program. Each child needs to be registered separately on Google Forms so we have an accurate count of attendees. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.  If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

 

 

 

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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a program designed to help parents prepare their children for one of life’s big milestones: Kindergarten. Come to the Library, see Ms. Arlene or Ms. Lisa and register your child for a program that promotes literacy.  Each child will receive a log book for each 100 books.
Read more about 1000 Books Before Kindergarten.