Join us - The 2016

Summer Reading Program

Open to all youth, this year’s themes are “On Your Mark, Get Set...READ!”

(pre-K -Grade 6) and “Get in the Game” (Grades 7—12). Attend programs, see performers, read

books, and win prizes! Children keep track of the time spent both reading and being read to,

and earn a prize for minutes read. All reading counts: reading can be done anywhere, in any

format. Entering book titles into our online system also counts towards the Governor's Summer

Reading Challenge. Register online at the library’s website beginning June 18...come for the big

Kickoff event 11-1!

Special Events * Please register

Storytimes

Zumba with Tracy Brody

June 21 @ 6:30 PM (Tuesday) All ages

Fitness program that combines Latin and International music with dance moves!

Drumming with Tony Vacca

June 24 @ 1:30 PM (Friday) All ages

Not to be missed! This high energy and interactive drumming performance will

include music from a world of traditions.

Amazing Sharks with Mystic Aquarium

July 7 @ 6:30 PM (Thursday) Best suited for Grades 3-6

Children will learn about fascinating shark adaptations, the challenges they must overcome for

survival, and the conservation efforts underway to protect them.

Mr. Joe Duo

July 20 @ 10:30 AM (Wednesday); newborns thru preschool

Mr. Joe Duo will make an appearance at Small talk...performing a vocal concert for little

ones..

Bwana Iguana brings Live reptiles

July 25 @ 6:30 PM (Monday) All ages

Bwana Iguana educates and entertains people of all ages with his collection of rare and exotic

reptiles. Not to be missed…you might even get to hold a snake!

SMOVEY fitness

July 29 @ 1:00 PM (Friday) All ages

Exercise and healthy living presented in song, dance and games in a fun story format.

“I Spy” with Craig Norton

August 4 @ 6:30 PM (Thursday) Ages 8-14

Get a behind the scenes peek at the studios where Walter Wick’s beloved “I spy” books are

created then have a chance to make your own collage and photograph it.

Mr. Gym Band

August 5 @ 1:30 PM (Friday) Best suited for 8 & under

Mr. Gym strives to motivate children to lead a healthy, active lifestyle and educate them

about personal fitness and the positive effects it has on the body. Through his songs & lyrics,

Mr. Gym is able to incorporate the importance of physical activity while having fun!

Hip Hop Juggler

August 8 @ 1:30 PM & 6:30 PM (Monday) All ages

“The Hip-Hop Juggler” has been dazzling audiences with his brand of juggling for over a

decade. His combination of style, interactive stunts, witty comedy, and world class juggling

talent is sure thing to make this event a hit.

Bending Gravity

August 16 @ 1:30 PM (Tuesday) All ages

Mesmerizing manipulation of yo-yo’s & juggling choreographed to music.

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Small Talk Select Wednesdays @ 10:30 AM

June 22; June 29; July 6, July 13, July 20* Special guest

July 27; August 3, August 10

Newborns, Toddlers, and Preschoolers with their caregivers are welcome to drop in for

playtime, conversation, and a child-centered program.

Evening Stories @ 7:00 PM (Monday) Ages 6 & Under

June 27; July 11;

August 15* Getting ready for school

Put on those jammies and settle in for 30 minutes of stories, songs and

“twinkle, twinkle” to help get those little ones ready for bed.

Stories in the Afternoon Select Thursdays @ 2:00 PM Ages 4 & up.

June 23; June 30

July 14; July 21

August 11; August 18

Join us for a storytime filled with books, rhymes and games.

More programs

FAB Films Saturdays, 11 AM

July 23 Zootopia (PG) 1hr;15min

August 13 The Jungle Book (PG) 1hr;46min

Chess — All ages

Chess boards will be out. Test your skills and learn

some new strategies.

June 20 @ 6:00 PM (Monday)

August 29 @ 6:00 PM (Monday)

Little Bits–

Design and Build your own inventions.

June 20@ 2:00 PM (Monday)- Ages 6-8

June 21@ 2:00 PM (Tuesday)- Ages 9-12

Old Fashioned Games Day

Jacks, jump ropes, marbles, and more...

July 8 @11:00 AM (Friday)

August 26 @ 3:00 PM (Friday)

Line Dancing

Miss Heidi will teach an easy line dance for

beginners. All ages welcome!

July 18 @ 6:45 PM (Monday)

Science Explorer’s Club

Ages 7 and up

July 21 @ 6:00 PM (Thursday)- Candy Science

August 25 @ 6:00 PM (Thursday)- Geysers & Rockets

Harry Potter celebration

Celebrate Harry’s birthday and the release of

The Cursed Child.

August 1 @ 6:00 PM (Monday)

Olympic Opening Ceremonies Live

on the Big screen

We will enjoy pizza and snacks while we watch the

opening ceremonies of the Summer Olympics,

held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

August 5 @ 6:00 PM (Friday)

Meet the Nutmegs

Join us for dessert and previews of the 2017

Connecticut Nutmeg Award books!

June 28 @ 6:30 PM (Tuesday) - Elementary

(Entering Gr. 2-4)

July 14 @ 6:30 PM (Thursday) - Intermediate

(Entering Gr. 4-6)

Prosser Public Library

SUMMER 2016

See the Wintonbury Branch and Teen/Tween Events flyers for more information on programs for families. Check our events listings when you’re visiting the Bloomfield Schools website: Search “Prosser Library Calendar” @ www.bloomfieldschools.org Funding for Summer Reading provided by the Friends

of the Bloomfield Libraries.

Register for events by phone or in person: 1 Tunxis Avenue, Bloomfield, CT | 860.243-9721 www.prosserlibrary.info

Funding for Summer Reading provided by the Friends of the Bloomfield Libraries.

Summer Reading Kickoff!

June 18th