For more information on any of the programs, please e-mail Miss Shannon at: childrens@newmilford.bccls.org or call 201-262-1221 ext. 205.
Registration for Spring programs begins Monday, March 24 at 10am.
Special events
Earth Day Planting – New Milford Library (Outdoors or Small Program Room)
Tuesday, April 22 from 3:30pm-5pm– Register 3/24
Ages 3 years and up
Celebrate Earth Day with a hands-on activity! Kids will plant a seed to bring home and grow, learning about the importance of our environment. This activity will take place outside the library, weather-permitting.
Dia de los Niños (Children’s Day) Storytime – New Milford Library (Large Room)
Monday, April 28 at 4:30pm – Register 3/24
Ages 4 years and up
El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a yearly celebration of children, families, and reading that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Join us for a bilingual storytime and craft in this celebration of family literacy.
STORYTIMES
Hora de Cuentos (Spanish Storytime) – Facebook Live
Mondays, April 7 – April 21 at 6:30pm
Los esperamos los lunes en Facebook en vivo a las 6:30 pm. Del 7 de abril al 21 de abril.
*Storytime is completely in Spanish.
Little People Storytime – New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Wednesdays, April 9 – May 14 at 10:30am – Register 3/24
Thursdays, April 10 – May 15 at 10:30am – Register 3/24
Ages 6 months – 3 ½ years old
Join us for storybook read-alouds and fun songs at this storytime for the littlest people in the library!
Registration required. Please register for either the Wednesday OR Thursday program so that more families can have the opportunity to participate. New Milford and Teaneck residents will have preference in available spots. After 2 consecutive absences, your spot may be given to a wait list participant. Caregiver is required to participate.
Young Reader’s Storytime & Craft – New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Tuesdays, April 8 – May 13 at 4pm – Register 3/24
Ages 3½ years – 7 yeas old
Join us for picture book read alouds and a themed craft! Registration is required. New Milford and Teaneck residents will have preference in available spots.
Wild Things Storytime – New Milford Library (Large Program Room or Outdoors)
Wednesdays April 9 – May 14 at 4pm – Register 3/24
Ages 3½ years – 7 yeas old
Connect with nature at our weekly storytime for wild things! Each week we read, explore and study a different nature topic. Registration is required. Meets outdoors at the rear of the building, weather-permitting. New Milford and Teaneck residents will have preference in available spots.
STEM, CRAFTS, CLUBS & MORE!
Crochet Club– New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Wednesdays, March 3 & 17, 31 and April 14 at 4pm – No Registration
Grades 3 and up
Come and crochet! All skill levels are welcome. Mentors will be present to guide beginner crocheters. Supplies are provided. Feel free to bring your own materials!
Lego Club – New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Wednesdays, April 2 & May 7 at 6:30pm – Register for Wednesdays 3/24
Thursday, April 3 & May 8 at 4pm – Register for Thursdays 3/24
Ages 6 years & up
Do you love to create with Legos? At each meeting, children meet to create and share their builds based on a theme. Drop-ins welcome when space allows. Please register for either Wednesdays OR Thursdays (not both).
Graphic Novel Book Club– New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Thursdays, April 10 & May 1 at 4pm – Register 3/24
Grades 3-6
If you love graphic novels, or are just starting to explore, join us for discussion and an activity.
Chess Club – New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Wednesdays, March 19 and April 16 at 6:30pm – No Registration
Ages 5 years and up
Join us for free play Chess matches! All skill levels are welcome. Knowledgeable volunteers will assist beginner players.
Tinker Club – New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Monday, April 21 at 4pm (Terrariums) – Register for One Date Only
Thursday, April 24 at 4pm (Terrariums) – Register for One Date Only
Ages 7 years and up
Explore exciting STEM concepts through hands-on activities at this monthly program for ages 7-11. From building circuits to coding to experimenting with slime, there’s something for everyone to discover. No experience necessary – join in the fun and learn together! Registration is required and begins Monday, March 24. Please select only one session each month for your child. The content is the same for both sessions. New Milford and Teaneck residents will have preference in available spots.