WH Public Library Summer Reading Program
Watch this video to find out about the summer reading program at the library!
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Beautiful Birds Summer Scavenger Hunt
Participate for a chance to win a $50 Visa Gift Card!!
Visa Gift Card prizes for Adults, Teens and Kids Grades K-12!
Search for clues at various locations in West Haven.
A picture of a unique bird will be placed on a lawn sign located at each site.
Starting June 21st: Pick up your clue sheet at the Main Library
(Circulation Desk or Graham Room) or Ora Mason Branch.
Clue sheet will also be available to download on our website.
Return your completed clue sheet by 8/4/23.
For more information please contact the Main Library 203-937-9233.
ICE CREAM SOCIAL @ ORA MASON
All Ages
Friday, June 23rd 2PM-4PM
Entertainment and Ice cream on the
Ora Mason Lawn
CHALK THE SIDEWALK
Ages 4-12
Monday, June 26th 3PM-4PM
Enjoy music, food & outdoor fun!
West Haven Green
No registration required.
Ages 3-7
at the Main Library: 6/24, 7/1, 7/22, 7/29 11am
at Ora Mason: 6/30, 7/14, 7/28 10:30am
Drop ins welcome. No registration required.
TINKER TIMES
Ages 1-5
Wednesdays, June 28- July 25th @ 11AM
(no session 7/6)
Sensory art and play to help your little one grow!
Dress for mess!
at Main Library
INTERACTIVE MOVIE:
"THE LITTLE MERMAID"
Ages 6-9
Wednesday, July 12 3PM-4:30PM
Experience an interactive movie matinee at the library!
at Main Library
PUPPET SHOW & WORKSHOP
Ages 4-9
Monday, July 24 3PM -4PM
Join award winning puppeteer, Kimberly Van Aelst from OompaPossum Puppets for a puppet show and hands on workshop to make your own puppet!
at Main Library
Grades 4-6 Programs: TAKE & MAKE CRAFTS
Pick up from the Main Library.
Available on the following dates while supplies last.
June 26 Aquarium Jars
July 10 Bouncy Glitter Ball
July 24 Painted Ladybug Rocks
Available at Ora Mason on 7/1 and 8/1
Registration Required.
Please contact Ora Mason.
7/1-7/31 Sea Shell necklace Sand Art
8/1-8/31 Sand Art Jar
Teen Craft: PRIDE Buttons
Saturday, June 24 at 1 PM
Celebrate pride month by making your own pride buttons!
Open to grades 7-12
Registration is required. Call the Graham Room
LOCATION: Main Library
TIE DYE TOTES & TREATS
June 29 at 4 PM
Grades 4-6
Make a colorful tie dye tote bags
& cookie decorating!
Main Library, Connie Sacco Room Registration required.
July 6 at 4 PM
Make your very own unique journal!
Grades 4-6
Registration is required. Please contact the Graham Room.
Sponsored by the Friends of West Haven Library.
ONE WORLD DRUM CIRCLE
Ages 5-12
Thursday, July 20 3PM-4PM
Hands on drumming, rhythm, stories an dancing from around the world!
ABSTRACT SELF PORTRAITS
Grades 4-6
Thursday, July 13 at 4 PM
Paint a one of a kind masterpiece in
Abstract style with Picasso Painting!
Registration is required. Please contact the Graham Room.
LOCATION: Connie Sacco Room
TWEEN HEALTHY COOKING
Thursday July 27 at 4 -5:15 PM
Make something healthy & delicious
with a Shop Rite Dietitian!
LOCATION: Connie Sacco Room
Mini Terra Cotta Pot Herb Garden
August 1-August 31
For this children's craft paint a mini terra pot with golden modge podge and gold glitter. Some seeds and dirt are included in starting to make your mini herb seed garden.
This mini terra cotta pot is a perfect addition to a fairy garden if you have one or plan on starting one.
CONTACT: Maria Tonelli 203-933-9381 mtonelli@westhavenlibrary.org
LOCATION: Ora Mason
Summer Tween Take & Make
Painted Pinch Pots
Grades 4-6
Starting Monday, July 10
Registration is not required. While supplies last.
Sponsored by the Friends of West Haven Library
Saturday July 22 from 2-3 PM
Would you know what to do if you were attacked? Learn simple and practical techniques to defend yourself during this self-defense workshop lead by 6th degree black belt Adam Rylski, the chief instructor at the Assembly of Martial Arts Acadamy!
No prior experience is required. Dress in comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely.
This workshop is open to kids and teens entering 6th-12th grade.
Registration is REQUIRED and space is limited. If you are unable to attend, please call the library at least 24 hours in advance so we may accommodate people on the waiting list.
Pet Professions with the CT Humane Society
Do you love animals, and think you may be interested in a career in the animal welfare field? Join us for a presentation by the Connecticut Humane Society on pet professions! This program offers students a look at the wide array of careers in the animal welfare field. Students will learn about the skills and education needed for different positions and hear about a typical work day from CHS staff.
Open to tweens & teens in grades 6-12
Tuesday, July 18 4-4:45 PM
This program is presented in partnership with the Connecticut Humane Society
Please note: the Graham Room and Reference Room at the Main Library close 15 minutes prior to building closing time.
IN PERSON PROGRAMS AT MAIN LIBRARY
Registration is required.
All Programs take place in Connie Sacco Room.
To register email cbryant@westhavenlibrary.org
or call 203-937-4233