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Library Closed for observing Easter Holiday

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FAMILY PLACE- 1, 2, 3...Grow with Me (Ages 1-3)- Spring Sessions

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. The Derby Public Library continues Family Place -1, 2, 3… Grow With Me. This innovative program is a time for families to share together with their 1-3 year-old...More

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. The Derby Public Library continues Family Place -1, 2, 3… Grow With Me. This innovative program is a time for families to share together with their 1-3 year-old children. Siblings who are age 5 and under are also welcome to attend, but do NOT need to register here . Each week will feature puzzles, books, blocks, a craft, dramatic play and more followed by a story and rhymes. Parents/caregivers will also be introduced to some of the many resources available to them to assist in the raising of their toddlers and have an opportunity to meet new friends in an educational and creative environment.A resource professional from the community will be available on several of the Mondays during these sessions to discuss parenting questions and concerns. Topics will include child development, nutrition, immunization and more. Do not miss the opportunity to consult with experts on a no-fee basis while your child enjoys a wonderful play experience. Families are encouraged to attend each week to obtain the full benefits of this multi-week session.The Family Place is a national initiative of Americans for Libraries Council and Middle Country Library. The Family Place of Connecticut is made possible through the generous support of the Katharine Matthies Foundation.NOTE: In order to register, please go to the first session in the series which is September 10th, using the pull-down menu above.

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ST. MARY/ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL 1ST GRADE VISIT

St. Mary/St. Michael School, Derby, CT 1st grade class visit 3rd Monday each month September 17th- June 17th at 1:00.RESCHEDULED FROM APRIL 15TH.

The Sound of Conflict Management

The Valley Early Childhood Regional Council (http://valleycouncil.org/valley-early-childhood-regional-council/) is proud to present a family workshop The Sound of Conflict Management for families with children ages birth to 17. Parents...are you looking to resolve...More

The Valley Early Childhood Regional Council (http://valleycouncil.org/valley-early-childhood-regional-council/) is proud to present a family workshop The Sound of Conflict Management for families with children ages birth to 17. Parents...are you looking to resolve conflicts in the home between:Sibling/Sibling?Child/Parent?Parent/Parent?Attend this FREE family workshop presented by Shoreline Wellness Behavioral Health Clinic! Dinner will be provided! Please RSVP to the contact person listed above.

UCONN K.I.D.S. Presentation

Sara from UCONN K.I.D.S. (https://kids.uconn.edu/) will be presenting about her program to parents/caregivers during the Time for Twos session this week.

TIME for TWOS- 24-36 months: Spring 2019

TiMe for 2'sREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. Also, since this is a series, you are automatically registered for each successive session when you register. Toddlers 24-36 months old are invited to...More

TiMe for 2'sREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. Also, since this is a series, you are automatically registered for each successive session when you register. Toddlers 24-36 months old are invited to register for this story time being held weekly through June 12th. Early literacy activities, songs, stories, and a simple craft will be included in this program.NOTE: Please register at the first session in this series which is April 10th by going to the pulldown menu above if necessary.

April Lunchtime Book Discussion

The featured book is “Before We Were Yours” by Lisa Wingate.This New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Publishers Weekly bestseller is based on one of America’s most notorious real-life scandals. Georgia Tann, director of a Memphis-based adoption...More

The featured book is “Before We Were Yours” by Lisa Wingate.This New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Publishers Weekly bestseller is based on one of America’s most notorious real-life scandals. Georgia Tann, director of a Memphis-based adoption organization, kidnapped and sold poor children to wealthy families all over the country. Wingate’s riveting, wrenching, and ultimately uplifting tale reminds us how, even though the paths we take can lead to many places, the heart never forgets where we belong.Lunchtime Book Discussions are held the last Wednesday of the month and are free and open to the public. Multiple copies of the book will be available at the circulations desk. Drop-ins are welcome—no registration required.

Wednesday Movie Matinees - Ages 18 and over

Newly released DVDs will be shown. Light snacks will be provided. A list of featured films will be postedat the Library.No registration is required!

YA Wednesdays

The Library invites all young adults, ages 12 to 17, to join the fun of YA Wednesdays. Sony Play Station Four (PS4), Nintendo Wii, board games, and Legos will be available. Light refreshments will be provided! For more information call 203-736-1482 or visit us...More

The Library invites all young adults, ages 12 to 17, to join the fun of YA Wednesdays. Sony Play Station Four (PS4), Nintendo Wii, board games, and Legos will be available. Light refreshments will be provided! For more information call 203-736-1482 or visit us online at www.derbypubliclibrary.org

Meeting Room

BABY STEPS: SPRING 2019 (birth-12 Months Old)

[B[A[B[Y S]T]E]P]S] REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. Also, since this is a series, you are automatically registered for each successive session when you register. The return of this program...More

[B[A[B[Y S]T]E]P]S] REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. Also, since this is a series, you are automatically registered for each successive session when you register. The return of this program (formerly Mommy & Me) for children from birth to 12 months old along with their caregiver, takes place weekly on Thursdays through June 13th. Come play, learn and grow during this interactive program that includes play activities to foster developmental and social skills along with a circle time featuring a story, songs, rhymes and more! Baby Steps is a great opportunity for a parent/caregiver to bond with their young child through interactive play. Older siblings are welcome to join us, but need not register.To register, please go to the first session of the series which is April 11th, using the pull-down menu above if needed.

Sports Talk

Weekly sessions will be held throughout the baseball season. These sessions are facilitated by radio talk show host, author and Major League Baseball Consultant, Rich Marazzi. Each session will include trivia contests, videos, lively conversation and more. All...More

Weekly sessions will be held throughout the baseball season. These sessions are facilitated by radio talk show host, author and Major League Baseball Consultant, Rich Marazzi. Each session will include trivia contests, videos, lively conversation and more. All ages, from rookies thru veterans, are invited to join Rich and his Silver Sluggers. No registration required. Free. Drop in.

WONDERFUL ONES Story Time (13-24 months old)- Spring SESSIONS

Image courtesy of: http://www.publicdomainpictures.netREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. Toddlers ages 13-24 months along with a caregiver are welcome to join Wonderful Ones weekly through June 13th to...More

Image courtesy of: http://www.publicdomainpictures.netREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. Toddlers ages 13-24 months along with a caregiver are welcome to join Wonderful Ones weekly through June 13th to learn, play, and grow through an interactive class that fosters developmental and social skills through stories, songs, rhymes, musical instruments, and more.To register, please go to the first session of the series which is April 11th, using the pull-down menu above if needed.NEW TIME NOTE: Please note the time change to 10:00 for the spring sessions if you are re-registering from winter.

Teen Maker Space

This event is for ages 12-17. Available resources include 3D design programs, 3D printer, 3D doodle pens, Legos and more!Registration is required. For more information call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org. Registration:...More

This event is for ages 12-17. Available resources include 3D design programs, 3D printer, 3D doodle pens, Legos and more!Registration is required. For more information call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org. Registration: http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ekform.cfm?curOrg=DERBY&curID=379595

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S.T.E.A.M. Ahead (Ages 3-5)- Spring SERIES

STEAM ~~~ Ahead REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. Also, since each separate weekly story time after this is a series, you are automatically registered for each successive session when you register. ...More

STEAM ~~~ Ahead REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. Also, since each separate weekly story time after this is a series, you are automatically registered for each successive session when you register. The Derby Public Library invites preschoolers ages 3-5 to a weekly Friday morning program through June 14th. S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) Ahead is a blend of story time and hands-on activities that lend to exploring the world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math at a preschool level. Discovery through interactive experiments will lead participants to a basic understanding of such topics as how plants grow, weather, math, science, using shapes, and more. Children will attend this story time on their own while a caregiver remains in the Children’s Room.EVENT NOTE: Please be aware that this program is NOT the same as the STEAM/STEM program that we also have as this is a story time that incorporates STEAM/STEM programming. Our regular STEAM/STEM program for ages 4-11 is offered throughout the year for anyone interested in that program. Registration: http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ekform.cfm?curOrg=DERBY&curID=330213

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FAMILY PLACE- 1, 2, 3...Grow with Me (Ages 1-3)- Spring Sessions

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. The Derby Public Library continues Family Place -1, 2, 3… Grow With Me. This innovative program is a time for families to share together with their 1-3 year-old...More

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; if bringing more than one (1) child, please register each individually. The Derby Public Library continues Family Place -1, 2, 3… Grow With Me. This innovative program is a time for families to share together with their 1-3 year-old children. Siblings who are age 5 and under are also welcome to attend, but do NOT need to register here . Each week will feature puzzles, books, blocks, a craft, dramatic play and more followed by a story and rhymes. Parents/caregivers will also be introduced to some of the many resources available to them to assist in the raising of their toddlers and have an opportunity to meet new friends in an educational and creative environment.A resource professional from the community will be available on several of the Mondays during these sessions to discuss parenting questions and concerns. Topics will include child development, nutrition, immunization and more. Do not miss the opportunity to consult with experts on a no-fee basis while your child enjoys a wonderful play experience. Families are encouraged to attend each week to obtain the full benefits of this multi-week session.The Family Place is a national initiative of Americans for Libraries Council and Middle Country Library. The Family Place of Connecticut is made possible through the generous support of the Katharine Matthies Foundation.NOTE: In order to register, please go to the first session in the series which is September 10th, using the pull-down menu above.