For Children: Newsletter

Taft Children’s News- November 2024

Registration is required for all programs. Please log onto our website: www.taftpubliclibrary.org and find the events page to register along with more information for the programs.

Itty Bitty Story Time

Itty Bitty Storytime is designed for our youngest patrons birth to 3 years old. Join us for a lot of fun on Tuesdays & select Wednesdays at 9:30am.

Story & Craft Time

Join us for Story and Craft Time! Perfect for the preschool-aged child! All sessions take place on Tuesday mornings at 10:30am.  

Alphabet Storytime

It’s all about the alphabet! Each week we will focus on a different letter. We will read a couple of books, sing songs, and learn about the letter of the week! Wednesday mornings at 10:30am. Please note there is no Alphabet Storytime the last Wednesday of the month.

Coffee and Conversations

Dates: Wednesday November 20th & December 18th

Coffee & Conversations is from: 9:15 to 10:15am, Location: Taft Public Library, 29 North Ave., Mendon

Join us for an informal playtime where families will be able to build social connections and learn about early childhood development and family friendly resources. The library will supply Muffin House Muffins!

Please stay for the10:30am Puppet Storytime.  Join Newton & Friends of Through Me to You Puppetry for songs & stories. At the end of the 30-minute show, children can greet the puppets. Geared for children 2 to 5 years, but all are welcome!

Lego Club

Back by popular demand!! During this one-hour building session we will be led by the “Lego Lady” Kim Steadman! No need to bring any Legos!   This program is great for all ages….as long as they don’t eat the Legos! Tuesdays: November 12th & December 10th at 4:30pm.

Preschool Kidding Around Yoga

We will learn yoga poses, dance, sing, and meditate. This class is all about fun- all abilities are welcome!  Mats are available, or feel free to bring your own.   Wednesdays:  November 13th & December 11th at 9:30.

Music & Movement with Deb Hudgins

Join Deb Hudgins for a 30-minute music and movement theme-based program which features singing and guitar music for young children (infant & preschool).  Join us on Tuesday, November 21st.  Program starts promptly at 10:30am.

Tutors with Tails

Meet Sprite! Sprite is a therapy dog who loves children and love books. Sprite & her owner Janet will visit the Taft on the last Tuesday of each month. Register today for the opportunity to read to Sprite!  Spots are limited.

Book Clubs

8-12 Book Club: We will be reading:  Ferris by Kate DiCamillo.  The book club discussion will be held downstairs in the library on Tuesday, December 3rd at 5pm.  The book club will include a discussion, pizza, and refreshments.

6-9 Book Club: We will be reading: Good Dog: Home Is Where the Heart Is by Cam Higgins.   The book club discussion will be held downstairs in the library on Tuesday, November 5th  at 5pm. The 45-minute book club will include a discussion, pizza and an activity.

Graphic Novel Book Club: This month we will be reading: The Case of the Golden Bone by Sara Varon.  Join us on Tuesday, November 19th at 5pm to discuss this month’s book pick!  Pizza and refreshments will be served. Books are available at the upstairs circulation desk.