Programs at the Wintonbury Branch
Programs for Adults &
Children
at
the Wintonbury Branch
Unless otherwise indicated, please
register for all of programs listed below. Program details
are subject to change. For the most current information
and to register, call the
Wintonbury Branch at 242-0041.
Summer 2010
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2010
Summer Reading for Children Sign up and Have Fun! Click Here! Make a Splash, Read! is the theme for children ages preschool through 4th grade, and Make Waves @ Your Library is the theme for children 5th grade and higher. Sign up online beginning on June 1, 2010.You may start entering your reading times beginning on June 18th. Once you have done this, you will be eligible to earn prizes, including a free ice cream cone from Bloom Hill Farm and free paperback books. In addition, each time you visit the library you may enter your name to win on of the larger prIzes. These include two tote bags of beach supplies and super saver pool passes from the Bloomfield Department of Leisure Services, a $100 gift card to Lake Compounce in Bristol, CT, and a bicycle. For more information, contact the Children's Room at 860-242-2972. |
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2010
Summer Reading for Adults!
Adults and high school students are invited to join the fun of a summer reading program! Beginning on Wednesday, June 23, at the Summer Reading Kickoff for children at Prosser Public Library and continuing into August, read books and win prizes. Sign up at Prosser or the Wintonbury Branch. Just for starters, if adults or high school students sign up for summer reading and read just one book, they can fill out a book review card at the library and receive a coupon for a free tall brewed coffee in mild or bold at the Starbucks located at 852 Cottage Grove Road in Bloomfield (860-726-9695). |
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July 10, 2010
(Sat) 1:00 P.M.
Family Movies Cool off and watch a recently released-to-DVD movie on the big screen. Bring your own snacks. Movies to be announced. |
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July 13,
2010 (Tues) 7:00 P.M.
Bloomfield Town Green, Family Fun Nights Tonight's feature: The Magic of Michael Michaels The whole family will be astounded by remarkable magic tricks and illusions! The Bloomfield Leisure Services and the Bloomfield Public Libraries co-sponsor a series of action-packed Family Fun Nights on the Town Green for families and children to enjoy. Each program begins at 7:00 P.M. and everyone is invited to bring a picnic supper. Should the weather be inclement, the programs are held in the Prosser Public Library Community Room at 1 Tunxis Avenue. The program dates follow: June 29: Nancy Tucker July 13: The Magic of Michael Michaels July 27: Chris Rowland's Undersea Safari August 10: Chris the Yo-yo Guy |
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July 15, 2010 (Thurs) 6:30-8:00 P.M.
Graduate!Connecticut @ Wintonbury Tonight's Topic: Don't Be Afraid, You Can Return to College Graduate!Connecticut Workshops at Prosser & Wintonbury Workshops begin at Prosser on Tuesday, July 13, 4-5:30 P.M and at the Wintonbury Branch on Thursday, July 15, 6:30-8:00 P.M. As an initiative from the MetroHartford Alliance, Graduate!Connecticut is a partnership of Connecticut colleges, universities and allied agencies that is designed to help busy, hardworking working adults return to and complete their college learning. With Graduate!CT you can obtain 1) one-on-one guidance and support, both in person and online, 2) Receive assistance finding the right college for you and the means to pay for it, and 3) Take advantage of workshops, so you can get an upper hand, knowing what to expect in college and how to balance work, school and family. Once enrolled, your advisor will stay with you until YOU graduate! Call either Prosser Public Library (860-243-972) or the Wintonbury Branch (860-242-0041) for more information about the program. |
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July 16, 2010
(Fri) 10:30 and 11:30 A.M.
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration The Mystic Aquarium's Traveling Touch Tank will visit the Wintonbury Branch to present two different programs designed for children ages Pre-K through 6. House for a Hermit Crab begins at 10:30 A.M. Children can learn about how hermit crabs are able to live in their shells, move to bigger shells, and decorate their shells for camouflage! Penguin Palooza begins at 11:30 A.M. All children love to imitate penguins, so think how much fun it would be to see a friend dressed up as one from beak to tail! Through movement and hands-on activities, students will love learning about these adorable birds that can't fly. Please register. |
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July 17, 2010
(Sat) 1:00 P.M.
Family Movies Cool off and watch a recently released-to-DVD movie on the big screen. Bring your own snacks. Movies to be announced. |
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July 24,
2010 (Sat) 11:00 A.M.
Make A Splash! Story Hour The Wintonbury Branch invites school aged children to "make a splash" with this year's Summer Reading Program and attend these story hours about oceans, rivers and lakes. Please register. |
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July 27,
2010 (Tues) 7:00 P.M.
Bloomfield Town Green, Family Fun Nights Tonight's feature: Chris Rowland's Undersea Safari This program includes a wonderful collection of songs about marine environments and the plants and animals that live there. The Bloomfield Leisure Services and the Bloomfield Public Libraries co-sponsor a series f action-packed Family Fun Nights on the Town Green for families and children to enjoy. Each program begins at 7:00 P.M. and everyone is invited to bring a picnic supper. Should the weather be inclement, the programs are held in the Prosser Public Library Community Room at 1 Tunxis Avenue. The program dates follow: June 29: Nancy Tucker July 13: The Magic of Michael Michaels July 27: Chris Rowland's Undersea Safari August 10: Chris the Yo-yo Guy |
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July 29, 2010 (Thurs) 6:30-8:00 P.M.
Graduate!Connecticut @ Wintonbury Tonight's Topic: Paying for College Graduate!Connecticut Workshops at Prosser & Wintonbury Workshops begin at Prosser on Tuesday, July 13, 4-5:30 P.M and at the Wintonbury Branch on Thursday, July 15, 6:30-8:00 P.M. As an initiative from the MetroHartford Alliance, Graduate!Connecticut is a partnership of Connecticut colleges, universities and allied agencies that is designed to help busy, hardworking working adults return to and complete their college learning. With Graduate!CT you can obtain 1) one-on-one guidance and support, both in person and online, 2) Receive assistance finding the right college for you and the means to pay for it, and 3) Take advantage of workshops, so you can get an upper hand, knowing what to expect in college and how to balance work, school and family. Once enrolled, your advisor will stay with you until YOU graduate! Call either Prosser Public Library (860-243-972) or the Wintonbury Branch (860-242-0041) for more information about the program. |
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July 31, 2010
(Sat) 1:00 P.M.
Family Movies Cool off and watch a recently released-to-DVD movie on the big screen. Bring your own snacks. Movies to be announced. |
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August 5, 2010 (Thurs) 6:30-8:00 P.M.
Graduate!Connecticut @ Wintonbury Tonight's Topic: Balancing Work, Family and College Graduate!Connecticut Workshops at Prosser & Wintonbury Workshops begin at Prosser on Tuesday, July 13, 4-5:30 P.M and at the Wintonbury Branch on Thursday, July 15, 6:30-8:00 P.M. As an initiative from the MetroHartford Alliance, Graduate!Connecticut is a partnership of Connecticut colleges, universities and allied agencies that is designed to help busy, hardworking working adults return to and complete their college learning. With Graduate!CT you can obtain 1) one-on-one guidance and support, both in person and online, 2) Receive assistance finding the right college for you and the means to pay for it, and 3) Take advantage of workshops, so you can get an upper hand, knowing what to expect in college and how to balance work, school and family. Once enrolled, your advisor will stay with you until YOU graduate! Call either Prosser Public Library (860-243-972) or the Wintonbury Branch (860-242-0041) for more information about the program. |
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August
7, 2010 (Sat) 10:00 A.M.
Be Fit and Have Fun! Join Jeff Shealey for this program designed for kids ages 3-7. The exercises will consist of light stretching, low impact aerobics and balance routines done with fun music. Please register. |
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August
10, 2010 (Tues) 7:00 P.M.
Bloomfield Town Green, Family Fun Nights Tonight's feature: Chris the Yo-yo Guy! Join Chris for stunning feats that defy gravity! The Bloomfield Leisure Services and the Bloomfield Public Libraries co-sponsor a series of action-packed Family Fun Nights on the Town Green for families and children to enjoy. Each program begins at 7:00 P.M. and everyone is invited to bring a picnic supper. Should the weather be inclement, the programs are held in the Prosser Public Library Community Room at 1 Tunxis Avenue. The program dates follow: June 29: Nancy Tucker July 13: The Magic of Michael Michaels July 27: Chris Rowland's Undersea Safari August 10: Chris the Yo-yo Guy |
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August
14, 2010 (Sat) 11:00 A.M.
Make A Splash! Story Hour The Wintonbury Branch invites school aged children to "make a splash" with this year's Summer Reading Program and attend these story hours about oceans, rivers and lakes. Please register. |
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August 19, 2010 (Thurs) 6:30-8:00
P.M. Graduate!Connecticut @ Wintonbury Tonight's Topic: Myths and Realities of On-Line Education Graduate!Connecticut Workshops at Prosser & Wintonbury Workshops begin at Prosser on Tuesday, July 13, 4-5:30 P.M and at the Wintonbury Branch on Thursday, July 15, 6:30-8:00 P.M. As an initiative from the MetroHartford Alliance, Graduate!Connecticut is a partnership of Connecticut colleges, universities and allied agencies that is designed to help busy, hardworking working adults return to and complete their college learning. With Graduate!CT you can obtain 1) one-on-one guidance and support, both in person and online, 2) Receive assistance finding the right college for you and the means to pay for it, and 3) Take advantage of workshops, so you can get an upper hand, knowing what to expect in college and how to balance work, school and family. Once enrolled, your advisor will stay with you until YOU graduate! Call either Prosser Public Library (860-243-972) or the Wintonbury Branch (860-242-0041) for more information about the program. |
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August 21, 2010
(Sat) 1:00 P.M.
Family Movies Cool off and watch a recently released-to-DVD movie on the big screen. Bring your own snacks. Movies to be announced. |
