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Dobbs Ferry Public Library Feb 2022 Events (Children)

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January 27, 2022

Children Programs February 2022

LIBRARY CLOSINGS THIS MONTH:
The Library will be closed on Monday February 21 for Presidents’ Day.

Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, February 5
2:00 – 2:45 PM
All Ages

Join Ms. Gina and volunteers from Dobbs Ferry to learn about the lunar new year as it’s celebrated in China and Korea, read some books, and make tiger lanterns for the Year of the Tiger!

Register/get the Zoom link with dobchildref@wlsmail.org — please indicate the title/date of the program you are registering for!

Art & Soul
Fridays, January 28 – April 29
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Ages 8-12

Support our Sponsors

Art & Soul is a non-profit free art program developed for children aged between 8 and 12. By utilizing art therapy methods, we will create an environment where children can develop their self-esteem and social skills.

All supplies will be provided via pick-up at the library to those who need them.

This project was created by four Kathryn W. Davis scholars from Westchester Community College.

Super Soaker Masterpieces for Black History Month
Thursday, February 24
2:00 PM
Ages 5 and Up

Learn about Lonnie Johnson, inventor of the super soaker, for this month’s STEM program celebrating Black scientists and inventors! Then, explore the concept of water propulsion and create a watercolor masterpiece with items provided in take-and-make bags that you can pick up at the library.

Register/get the Zoom link with dobchildref@wlsmail.org — please indicate the title/date of the program you are registering for!

Paws for Reading with Buddy
Saturday, February 5
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages 4 and Up

Children read one-on-one with Buddy, a specially trained Reading Education Assistance Dog (R.E.A.D.) and his handler, Dobbs Ferry resident Marty Kanengiser. Children will select a book to read to Buddy before the program begins, and they will spend 10-15 minutes reading aloud. They are also welcome to ask questions about Buddy, a 12-year-old rescued black lab who loves children, other dogs, and reading.

Register/get the Zoom link with dobchildref@wlsmail.org — please indicate the title/date of the program you are registering for!

Recurring and Upcoming Events

New Caregivers’ Circle on Zoom
Mondays, February 7, 14, & 28, 10:30 – 11:00 AM
Parents/Caregivers of Babies Under 24 Months
Join children’s librarian Gina to learn songs, fingerplays, and more that you can do with your baby. Each meeting will leave time for open discussion and connection with other parents and caregivers. Registration required – email dobchildref@wlsmail.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up and get the Zoom link.

Toddler Stretch & Sing Storytime on Zoom
Tuesdays, February 1-22, 10:30 – 11:00 AM
Ages 18-36 Months
Get your wiggles out with songs and stories with Ms. Gina! Registration required – email dobchildref@wlsmail.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up and get the Zoom link.

Dungeons and Dragons Club on Zoom
Wednesdays, February 2-23, 4:15 – 5:45 PM
Ages 9-12
Create a character! Fight monsters! Make your own luck! Develop your skills in this fantasy role-playing system with other kids just like you. We’ll start a new campaign every few weeks. Previous meeting attendance is recommended, but not required. Email dobchildref@wlsmail.org with questions or interest to join and to get the Zoom link.

Preschool Storytime on Zoom
Thursdays, February 3-24, 4:00 – 4:20 PM
Ages 3-6
Join Ms. Gina for seasonal storytimes!
February 3: Groundhog Day
February 10: Valentine’s Day
February 17 & 24: Black History Month
Registration required – email dobchildref@wlsmail.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up and get the Zoom link.

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids
Saturdays, February 5-26, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Ages 3 and Up
Pick up a kit containing a craft that you can do at home. Supplies are limited! Call the library at (914) 693-6614 to reserve your kit for pick up.
February 5: Lunar New Year Lanterns
February 12: Valentines Day Bees
February 19: Popsicle Stick Polar Bear Bookmarks
February 26: Leftovers Day (Missed a craft this month? Don’t worry! Pick up one from our surplus pile!)

Stuffed Animal Field Trips
Ages 3 and Up
The library’s stuffed animals want to go on field trips! Check one out, bring them home, and add to their personal scrapbooks by writing about and taking pictures of the fun things you do together. When you’re at the library, you can visit the animals who have made it back to home base and see what they’ve been up to. Stuffed animals may be periodically rotated out based on condition.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Ages 0-5
Our newest early literacy initiative is the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge. Open to any child who hasn’t started kindergarten yet (even newborns!), this year-round, ongoing program asks families who register to keep a log of the books they’ve read with their children. For every 250 books you log, you can earn cool prizes. The library will provide all the materials that you need to get started! Interested in signing up? Email dobchildref@wlsmail.org or call (914) 693-6615 to register!