programs & events

*Please register in advance for all programs*
 

Homeschool Fridays

Friday, June 14, 12:00
Children who are Homeschooled and their parents are invited to take part in a monthly program at the Children's Library. Please speak to a Children's Librarian for more information and to register for the next event.

Father’s Day Cupcake Decorating

Saturday, June 15, 2:00
Looking for the perfect gift that says "Happy Father’s Day"? Come to the library to decorate a special Father’s Day cupcake! Please register in advance.  Space is limited to 24 participants.

Bumble Bee Craft

Wednesday, June 19, 2:00
Bzzzz into the library for a special craft. For children in PreK-6th grade. Please register in advance.

“Dig into Reading” Summer Reading Kick Off

Tuesday, June 25, 7:00
The library is celebrating the start of “Dig Into Reading” this summer with the help of the comedy duo Grins and Grins. Children in PreK-6th grade will be allowed to begin Summer Reading registration.

Lil' Diggers Baby/Toddler Reading Program

June 25 – August 10
Parents will receive a BINGO sheet with different tips on how to read to your little ones and promote the love reading at a young age! Those who participate will receive a special gift. Please see a librarian to register.

MessFest

Saturday, June 29, 1:00 - 3:00
It’s time to have fun and get messy! Come celebrate International Mud Day at our first ever MessFest. From messy crafts to dirty desserts, you will be sure to have a ball! This program is for children in grades PreK-4th. A parental permission must be filled out in order to participate.

Lego at the Library

Saturday, July 6, and August 17, 11:00
Lego builders are invited to take part in the library Lego Club. This session will be held in the Meeting Room.

Day Care Story Time

Mondays, July 8 – August 5, 10:00
Local day cares are invited to the library Monday mornings to take part in a special story time and craft. Please contact the Children’s Library for more information and to register your group.

Crafty Tuesdays

Tuesdays, July 9 – August 6, 11:00
Come to the library every Tuesday for a fun creative craft! For children in PreK-6th grade. Please register in advance.

Story Time Wednesdays

Wednesdays, July 10 – August 7, 4:00
Enjoy a lovely afternoon filled with stories and a craft at the library! For children in PreK-2nd grade. Please register in advance.

Giant Bubble Program

Thursday, July 18, 3:00
Our teen volunteers will build giant bubble makers and show kids how to use them! For children PreK-4th grade. Please register in advance.

Children’s Bingo Night

Wednesday, July 24, 7:00
Bring the family for game night at the library! Fun for the whole family. Please register in advance.

Tots Night Out

Thursday, July 25, 7:00
Enjoy a space themed interactive hour with your young child! Adults and their children ages 18 months through 5 years old can come to the library and engage in age appropriate activities that are both fun and educational. Please register in advance. Space is limited.

Night Sky Starlab

Thursday, August 8, 7:00 for Grades PreK-2nd and 7:45pm for Grades 3 – 6
Join us in a portable planetarium for a wonderful introduction to the night sky, this program explores the reason for day and night, the constellations, and a seasonal star legend. This program also highlights the importance of the Sun. Please register in advance.

Green Meadows Farm

Thursday, August 15, 11:00
Jason Reilly and his farm animals are back! Come to the library to learn cool facts about some of the critters that will be visiting us! Everyone is welcome. Please register in advance.

Summer Reading Finale

Thursday, August 22, 7:00
Celebrate a wonderful summer full of reading with Nature Nick and his exotic animals! For all ages.

Get Ready for Kindergarten!

Wednesday, August 28, 7:00
Kindergarten is almost here! Prepare your child before they enter Kindergarten in September with this fun and educational program! Children and their grown-ups will be learning about sequences with a school bus themed activity. Please register in advance. Space is limited.

Circle Time and Toy Center

Fridays from 10:30 - 11:30
For children ages 6 months to 4 years of age. 15 minutes of songs, finger plays and stories, plus some play time for you to share with your child. Meet other parents and caregivers.

ONGOING

Spanish Collection

The library is proud of the expansion of its Spanish collection. The Children’s  Library contains books for ages ranging from toddlers to 6th graders, including picture books, chapter books and non-fiction books. The Adult Library contains a wide variety of popular fiction, as well as non-fiction books with subjects that include books on religion, health, travel, care giving, citizenship tests and much more. In addition to our collection, we also have Spanish-speaking staff that can suggest materials and answer questions you may have. We look forward to continuing the growth of this collection as well as growing with our community.

Colección en español

La biblioteca está orgullosa de la expansión de su colección de libros en español. La Biblioteca de   Niños tiene libros para todas las edades desde un año hasta los niños que cursa el sexto grado. Los libros en la colección incluyen libros ilustrados, libros de capitulo y libros de no ficción. La Biblioteca de Adultos también tiene una variedad de ficción popular y libros de no ficción que incluye libros como de  religión, salud, viajar, como criar a los niños, libros para exámenes de ciudadanía y mucho mas. En adición de nuestra colección, también tenemos empleados que hablan español que les pueden ayudar con sus preguntas y recomendar los libros que puedan leer. Esperamos que el desarrollo de  nuestra colección continué y también que podamos crecer con nuestra comunidad.

Click here for a copy of the Westbury Memorial Public Library Newsletter in PDF format.

Haga clic aquí para obtener una copia de la hoja de programas para niños de la Biblioteca de Westbury en formato PDF.