It’s not only adults, but youngsters as well who find the Monmouth County Library at Atlantic Highlands a fun place to spend a morning, afternoon or creative event.
Branch Library managed Lauren Garcia, who also doubles as the children’s librarian, wearing two very active and energetic hats, has created a children’s program that includes everything from making crafts and reading to therapy dogs to Storytime for infants and preschool programs for ages 3 to 5.
The November schedule at the Library continues Baby Storytime, every Wednesday except the day before Thanksgiving at 9:30 a.m. when parents or caregivers are invited to bring youngsters as young as 10 months to hear classic stories, rhymes and songs, with Garcia offering fingerplays and music and dance for entertainment. That program is followed by Toddler Storytime for ages two to three years beginning at 10 a.m. and many parents stay for both events with their youngsters.
Thursday afternoons are also devoted to young readers, with after school Storytime for grades Kindergarten and up every Thursday in November except the day before Thanksgiving for a half hour beginning at 3:15. Often time special guests are included to read to the youngsters.
A preschool program for ages 3 to 5 is also offered Thursdays except Nov. 23 for youngsters and caregivers at 4 p… for a half hour of activities, crafts and Storytime.
Thursday, November 9 at 3:15, trained therapy dogs will be at the library hear youngsters read them stories or show them pictures in books. Youngsters are invited to bring their favorite book to share with a therapy dog at 3:15. P.m.
On Wednesday, Nov. 15, tweens can gather at 3:15 for an afternoon of creating unique beaded jewelry with the Bayshore Family Success Center. Because of its popularity, registration in advance is recommended by calling the Library at 732-291-1956.
The Lizard Guys will present a fun-filled show with unique animal facts for all to enjoy and learn on Thursday. Nov. 15 at 3:15 p.m.
Advance registration required for a Special Virtual event live from Jenkinson’s Aquarium on Monday, Nov. 13 at 6:30. Visitors to the virtual program will see live specimens and artifacts of sea stars, urchins, snails and horseshoe crabs along with information from a naturalist. Registration is available on the Monmouth County Library’s Kids Page at www.monmouthcountylib.org or at the First Avenue library in Borough Hall.
“We always encourage youngsters to express themselves and share their stories,” said Librarian Garcia. For that reason, the Library invites children of all ages to write “the book you’re always wanted to see on our shelves.” Garcia invites library users, and their friends to share their ideas in the library or write it at home and bring their finished book to the library.
Families are also invited to pick up a craft kit at the library to make at home. Featured at the beginning of the month is Moo! Cows, and after November 15, Rainbow Turkey as the giveaway crafts.
For much information on the unique programs and events at the Atlantic Highlands branch of the county library, call 732-291-1956
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