Baby Sign Language:
Your baby can communicate with you even before learning how to speak! Recent research reveals that babies who learn sign language have improved language and reading skills as they grow. Sign language expert, Barbara Thumann, teaches you and your baby some simple signs in this free 2-part workshop. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call 973-736-0198 to sign up.Part I - Friday, September 29 @ 10am; Part II - Friday, October 6 @ 10am.
Author Robert Munsch :
Prolific children's author, Robert Munsch, visits the Library for a special storytime. Munsch is the NYT bestselling author of "Love You Forever". This free program is for ages 3-8. Tuessday, October 10 @ 4pm.
Mime Robert Rivest :
Robert Rivest is a master of mime who studied with Marcel Marceau. Participate in an orginal storytellig adventure as Rivest performs "A Comic Celebration of Reading." Sponsored by the Estelle Citrin Family Fund. Wednesday, November 13 @ 4pm.
Performer Antonio Sacre:
Antonio Sacre, theater performer, author and storyteller shares humorous bilingual stories from his Cuban and Irish-American background. A book signing follows the performance. Sponsored by the Estelle Citrin Family Fund. Wednesday, November 15 @ 7pm.
Fall 2006 Storytimes
Monday, October 9 - Friday, December 8. Library storytimes are designed to introduce children to the world of books. Babies and Books for infants to 24 months, Terrific Toddlers for ages 2 - 3 1/2, Preschool Page Turners for ages 3 1/2 - 5, and Eager Readers for grades K - 3. Register in person or by phone beginning September 19.
Children's Book Discussion Groups:
Yakety-Yak for grades 2 and 3 meets the third Tuesday of each month at 4:30. See the schedule for dates and titles.
SOS: Speaking of Stories for grades 4 and 5 meets the second Tuesday of each month at 4:30. Parents are encouraged to join the discussion. See the schedule for dates and titles.
