As the New Year unfolds, get ready for exciting new events and the comeback of your favorite activities at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library Children’s Room.
On Wednesday, January 10 at 11 am, join us as we explore mindfulness with our littles. Mindfulness is beneficial for children as it helps them develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and the ability to stay present in the moment. At this program, we will do some simple mindfulness exercises, read a story, and play a game. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Registration is required.
On Thursday, January 11 at 3:30pm, a community favorite returns, the no-sew pillow. This year we will be creating a No-Sew Snowman Pillow. Join us for this simple craft, recommended for ages 5 and up. Registration is required.
Our storytimes will restart with the return of Winter Storytime and the start of a new Baby Storytime. Winter Storytime for all ages will take place on Thursday mornings at 10:30am starting on Thursday, January 18. Baby Storytime for ages 0 to 24 months will take place on Friday mornings at 10:30 Aam starting on Friday, January 19. No registration required.
Our Graphic Novel Book Club will take place on Friday, January 19 at 3:30pm and they will be discussing Ghost Book by Remy Lai. Books are available at the library prior to the event. Recommended for ages 9 and up. Registration is required.
Students in grades 3 to 6 are invited to register for our annual Quahog Book Award program starting on Tuesday, January 9. Keep an eye out for more information coming soon.
All programs are free and open to the public. If you have any questions, concerns, or need any special accommodations, please contact Michelle Skaar at mskaar@sailsinc.org or by calling the library.