Programs for Children and Families July 2016 Summer Learning Is Here—Register Now!

Programs for Children and Families July 2016 Summer Learning is here—register now!

Downtown Library All Ages 500 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103 Surcari 860.695.6330 hplct.org All ages. Surcari will have you moving and grooving to irresisti- M-Th 10-8, F & Sat 10-5, closed Sundays ble Latin beats. Kids can sing, clap, dance and play Instruments with the band. Learn all about Latin culture through Young Children—Ages 0-5 music. Tuesday, July 5, 10:30 a.m. Global Rhythms Ages 3-5. Hear the beat, feel the rhythm this summer at the library! Express yourself through multicultural songs and dance as you Husky READS move your dancing feet and sway your bodies to the groove! All ages. The Huskies are coming! Interns from the Husky READS Fridays, July 1 and 22, 11:00 a.m. program will have fun programs about nutrition, fitness, and reading for all ages each Monday, starting June 13. Let’s Move Together Mondays, July 11, 18, and 25, 1:30 p.m. Ages Birth-5 and caregivers. Join us as we swing and sway to some of our favorite children’s music. We’ll wave our scarves, tap Mega Education Registration and Ice Cream our sticks and more in this fast paced program for you and your child! Party Wednesdays July 6, 13, and 27, 10:45 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 1:00-3:00 Every Child Ready to Read Storytime Ages birth to 5, with adult caregivers. An interactive program based All ages. Celebrate summer with Mega Education with on the five practices of the Every Child Ready to Read initiative: music, ice cream, and more! All kids 0-19 who have talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. Listen to stories, learn finger plays, and sing songs. registered for summer learning and attend the party will be Friday, July 8, 11:00 a.m. eligible to win a bike and other prizes!

Music & Movement with K LaRue *Only those present are eligible to win. Ages 3-5 with adult caregivers. A lively and interactive time for children to explore music and movement with songs that support creativity and early literacy development. Hartford Yard Goats Monday, July 11, 10:45 a.m. All ages. Meet the mascots of Hartford’s Yard Goats team. Tuesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m. Summer Safety with CCMC Salsa Garden Ages 3 and up, with adult caregivers. Dive into summer with a lesson all about safety! Instructors from Connecticut Children's Medi- Animal Show on the Go cal Center will present on summer safety topics with fun and edu- All ages. Meet live animals from around the world! Who will cational activities. show up? Will it be a lizard or a snake? Or maybe a rabbit? Friday, July 15, 11:00 a.m. You’ll have to come and find out! Wednesday, July 27, 1:30 p.m. Parachute Story Time Ages 3 to 5 with adult friends. Join us for this story time made spe- cial for wiggly children! We’ll focus on gross motor skills while we encourage your child’s love of stories. Summer Excursion at the Wadsworth Monday, July 18 11:00 a.m. Ages 4 -7. Learn to look carefully, think critically, and artfully First Friends Play Group discuss your experience. Join us for an excursion to the Ages birth to 5, with adult caregivers. Our play and picture book Wadsworth Atheneum. Interested participants please call the areas are reserved for you! Share toys, books, and music while Children’s Desk 860-695-6330 to register. your child meets other children. Monday, July 25, 11:00 a.m. Permission slips required and space is very limited. Healthy Eating A to Z Ages 2-5, with adult caregivers. Sample healthy fruits and vegeta- Wednesday, July 27, 10:30 a.m. bles with a Community Nutrition Educator from UCONN. Learn what foods help your brain and body succeed in school! Friday, July 29, 11:00 a.m.

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Downtown Library 500 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103 860.695.6330 hplct.org M-TH 10-8, F & Sat 10-5, closed Sundays

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Celebrate the Fourth of July! Ages 5 and up. Young patriots come to the library and get ready for the 4th of July celebration! Create sparkling decorations and fun crafts to take home. Friday, July 1, 2:00 p.m.

Paws to Read: Literacy (Downtown) A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE Ages 5 and up, with adult friends. Have a reluctant reader at of charge to children and teens, ages 18 and home? Bring him/her every first and third Saturday to meet Gizmo younger, June 13 to August 12, Monday through (our specially trained Paws for Friendship Therapy Dog) and her handler Jen. Call 860-695-6330 for an appointment time between Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. 12:30-2:00 or just drop in for a session. Saturdays, July 2 and 16 12:30-2:00 p.m. Ages 5 and up. From garden to table, learn to grow your own sal- Junior Maker Lego® Club sa! Research the cost of growing your own versus store bought Ages 5 and up. Join us for a fun afternoon of building with LEGO® products. At the end of the season, enjoy creating your own home bricks. Check out books are architecture, bridges, and more for -grown salsa, with chips of course! inspiration. We’ll supply the blocks -- just bring your imagination! Tuesday, July 19, 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 5, 2:00 p.m. Henna Workshop Minute to Win It Ages 6 and up. Learn about the ancient art of Henna (or Mehndi) Ages 8 and up. Have you got a minute? Drop in for an afternoon of and create your own beautiful henna tattoo design. quick-thinking challenges sure to get you up and moving! Wednesday, July 20, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 6, 2:00 p.m. Double Dutch Workshop Bollywood Dance Workshop Ages 5 and up. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Dou- Ages 6 and up. Learn flexibility, rhythm, and coordination in this ble Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting dance routine with Bollywood instructors Salwa Nethagani and new moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. Rupali Das. Wear comfortable clothing. Thursday, July 28, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 7, 1:30 and Saturdays, July 9 and 30, 10:30 Teens a.m. Stepping Stones Museum for Children: Summer Kids Flicks Ages 5 and up. Enjoy classic children’s films and more. Refresh- Conservation Quest ment provided! All ages. Go green! Practice energy conservation through Fridays, July 8, 15, and 22, 2:30 fun hands-on and play-filled learning experiences at the library. Explore clean energy, light bulbs, and recycling Hoop dance while you make thoughtful choices to help protect the Ages 5 and up with adult friends. Learn how to manipulate a hula hoop with your waists, arms, hands, legs, and even your feet as planet and promote healthy living. you enjoy high energy music and movement. Mondays-Saturdays, July 5 - 26, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturdays, July 9 and 30 2:30 p.m.

Yoga for Kids Ages 5 and up. Join us for a fun and relaxing yoga workshop pre- Financial Flicks sented by West Hartford Yoga Outreach. Learn some fun, healthy, Ages 13 and up. Delve into the world of sports and finance as we and relaxing poses for the summer! Registration is required for view and discuss hot topic documentaries. groups. Tuesdays, July 12 and 26, 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 11, 3:00 p.m.

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Albany Branch A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE of charge 1250 Albany Avenue Hartford, CT 06112 to children and teens, ages 18 and younger, June 13 to 860.695.7380 hplct.org August 12, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat. and Sun.

Children and Families Paws to Read Ages 5 and up. Have a reluctant reader at home? Bring your child to meet Gizmo (our specially trained Paws for Friendship therapy dog) and Movie Matinee his handler Jen. All ages. Relax on a Friday afternoon with an entertaining movie for the Friday, July 8, 1:30 p.m. whole family. Fridays, July 1 and 15, 3:00 p.m. Henna Workshop Ages 6 and up. Learn about the ancient art of Henna (or Mehndi) and Storytime and Playgroup create your own beautiful henna tattoo design. Ages birth to 4 with adult friend. Join us for an hour of fun as we read Tuesday, July 12, 1:30 p.m. some stories, sing, and dance. Make some new friends during our dra- matic play session too! Adults will have the chance to learn about what Jewelry Club you can do to get your child ready to read and the importance of early Ages 6 to 14. Make some new jewelry pieces for yourself or as a gift for learning. a friend or family member. Beads and string provided. Dates and times to be determined soon. Wednesday, July 13, 2:00 p.m.

Animal Show on the Go Double Dutch All ages. Meet live animals from around the world! Who will show up? Ages 6 and up. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Double Will it be a lizard or a snake? Or maybe a rabbit? You’ll have to come Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting new and find out! moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. Monday, July 11, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 21, 1:30 p.m.

Pixel It with Perler Beads Book Picnic Age 6 to 12. The library has stocked up on Perler beads (the kind that All ages. Bring a blanket, grab a book, and head outside for a Book Pic- melt when you iron them) and you’re going to make a pattern on a peg- nic. Read on your own or out loud with friends and family. Snacks provid- board and successfully fuse your design. You can then transform your ed. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. creation into a magnet, a keychain or a wearable pendant. Thursday, July 18, 1:30 p.m. Rain date Fri, July 15, 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 25, 2:00 p.m.

CCMC Summer Safety Teens Ages 3 and up, with adult caregivers. Dive into summer with a lesson all about safety! Instructors from Connecticut Children's Medical Center will Paint It Up! present on summer safety topics with fun and educational activities. Ages 13 to 19. Grab a canvas, some brushes, and your favorite color Friday, July 29, 1:30 p.m. combo for a fine art painting workshop – led by a teen! At the end of the day, you’ll have a few new techniques and a beautiful work of art to Mikata share with a friend or your family. All ages. Powerful rhythmic music and dance will carry you to the Fridays, July 1 and 15, 2:00 p.m. cultures of Nigeria, Ghana, Puerto Rico, Haiti, Jamaica, Dominican Republic and the U.S. Learn all about percussion and rhythm instru- Yugi -Oh Tournament ments from around the world. In the Ewe language of Ghana, Mikata Ages 13 to 18. The competition is fierce and the time is here – grab your means "all of us." deck and get to the local library. Compete in your neighborhood for a Monday, July 18, 1:30 chance to advance to the final tournament at YOUmedia Hartford on August 17! There WILL be prizes! Wednesdays, July 13 and 27, 2:00 p.m. Students Lego Club Pixel It with Perler Beads Ages 5 to 12. Get creative with our Lego kit! Design, build, and explore on Age 13 to 18. The library has stocked up on Perler beads (the kind that your own or with a friend. melt when you iron them) and you’re going to make a pattern on a peg- Wednesdays, July 6 and 20, 2:00 p.m. board and successfully fuse your design. You can then transform your creation into a magnet, a keychain or a wearable pendant. Monday, July 25, 2:00 p.m. Get Money Wise Minute to Win It

Ages 8 and up. Have you got a minute? Drop in for an afternoon of quick Get Money Wise Financial Flicks thinking challenges sure to get you up and moving! Ages 13 to 19. Delve into the world of sports and finance as we view Thursday, July 7, 2:00 p.m. and discuss hot topic documentaries. Refreshments will be served. Thursday, July 28, 3:00 p.m.

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Barbour Branch Mega Education Registration and Ice Cream Party 259 Barbour St. Hartford, CT 06120 860.695.7400 hplct.org Thursday, July 28, 1:00-3:00 M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat & Sun All ages. Celebrate summer with Mega Education with music, Children and Families ice cream, and more! All kids 0-19 who have registered for Husky READS summer learning and attend the party will be eligible to win a All ages. The Huskies are coming! Interns from the Husky READS program will have fun programs about nutrition, fitness, and reading for all bike and other prizes! ages. Tuesdays, July 5, 19, 26, 1:30 p.m. *Only those present are eligible to win. Animal Show on the Go All ages. Meet live animals from around the world! Who will show Students up? Will it be a lizard or a snake? Or maybe a rabbit? You’ll have to come and find out! Get Money Wise-Salsa Garden Ages 5 and up. From garden to table, learn to grow your own sal- Wednesday, July 6, 1:30 p.m. sa! Research the cost of growing your own versus store bought products. At the end of the season, enjoy creating your own home-grown Old and New Story time Books salsa, with chips of course! Ages 3-up with parent/caregiver. Join us for a wondeful story time featur- Friday, July 1, 2:00 p.m. ing old and new pictures books, listen to classic stories and get introduced to new picture books authors. Registration is required. Please call 860- Henna Workshop 695-7402 Ages 6 and up. Learn about the ancient art of Henna (or Mehndi) and Thursday, July 7, 10:00 a.m. create your own beautiful henna tattoo design. Friday, July 8, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Jeff McQuillan Drum Tales All ages. Join Jeff McQuillan and Richard Hill as they take you on Freaky Fitness adventure across the globe. Meet Baduasemanpensa, the African Ages 6 and up. Exercise does a body good, join us for freaky fitness princess, and Anansi the Spider and other fascinating characters. activities such as: wacky walks, crazy cardiovascular, coordination Learn an African dance, a song, and other fascinating characters. crankers, and freaky flexibility. Monday, July 11 and Tuesday, July 26, 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 7, 10:30 a.m. Double Dutch UCONN Nutrition for Kids Ages 5 and up. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Double Ages 2-5, with adult caregivers. Sample healthy fruits & vegetables with a Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting new Community Nutrition Educator from University of Connecticut. Learn what moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. foods help your brain & body succeed in school! Wednesday, July 13, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 12, 10:00 a.m. Yoga for Kids Beach Ages 5 and up. Join us for a fun and relaxing yoga workshop presented Ages 3 and up. Join us for a beach themed story time, bring your beach by West Hartford Yoga. Learn some fun, healthy, and relaxing poses for towel and sunglasses and get ready for a tantastic story-telling time! Reg- the summer! Registration is required for groups. istration is required--call 860-695-7402. Friday, July 15, 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 10:00 a.m. Whales Music & Movement with K LaRue Ages 5-7. Children will learn all about whales through stories, informa- Ages 3-5 with adult caregivers. A lively and interactive time for children to tional text and hands-on science activities. Activity: How baleen works. explore music and movement with songs that support creativity and early Thursday, July 17, 2:00 p.m. literacy development. Friday, July 15, 10:45 a.m. & Monday, July 18, 10:00 a.m. Get Money Wise- Vacation Planning Ages 8 and up. Take an all-expenses paid trip on us…well kind Get Money Wise- BBQ Game Plan of! Enjoy planning a dream vacation including travel, lodging, food and Families welcome. Planning a summer barbeque while staying on budget activities. See what you can get for your money all around the can be tough! Families will work together to create BBQ celebration with- world! Refreshments provided. in budget and receive tips on how to do so. Dinner provided. Thursday, July 21, 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, 3:00 p.m. Bollywood Dance Workshop A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE of charge Ages 6 and up. Learn flexibility, rhythm, and coordination in this dance routine with Bollywood instructor Salwa Nethagani. Wear comfortable to children and teens, ages 18 and younger, June 13 to Au- clothing. gust 12, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 25, 1:30 p.m.

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Blue Hills Branch 649 Blue Hills Ave. Hartford, CT 06112 Students 860.695.7420 hplct.org M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat. and Sun. Relax with Yoga Ages 6 and up. Participate in a calming yoga session with an

amazing instructor from West Hartford Yoga. Children and Families Friday, July 1 & Thursday, July 21, 2:00 p.m.

CCMC Summer Safety Get Money Wise-Minute to Win It Ages 3 and up. Dive into summer with a lesson all about safety! Ages 8 and up. Ages 8 and up. Have you got a minute? Drop in Instructors from Connecticut Children's Medical Center will present for an afternoon of quick thinking challenges sure to get you up on summer safety topics with fun and educational activities. and moving! Tuesday, July 5, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 6 & 20, 2:30 p.m.

Husky READS! Henna Tattoo Workshop The Huskies are coming. Interns from the Husky READS program Ages 6 and up. Learn about the ancient art of Henna (or Mehndi) will have a fun program about nutrition, fitness, and reading and create your own beautiful henna tattoo design. Tuesdays, July 12 & 19, 12:30-2:30 Monday, July 11, 1:30 p.m.

Music and Movement with K LaRue Educational Arts Bollywood Dance Workshop Ages 3-5 with adult friends. A lively and interactive time for chil- Ages 6 to 14. Learn a new style of dance from an experienced dren to explore music and movement with songs that support crea- Bollywood dancer. Bollywood is a beautiful, energetic style of tivity and early literacy development. dance from India. Wednesday, July 13, 10:45 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 1:30 p.m.

Game On! Double Dutch All ages. Channel your competitive spirit for an afternoon of physi- Ages 5 and up. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Dou- cal contests! Try your hand at cornhole; bend your body for a ble Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting game of Twister, and even shoot some hoops! new moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. Monday, July 18, 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, 1:30 p.m.

Chalktastic Art Get Money Wise-If You Had a Million Dollars All ages. Create your own story with Bill Thomson’s vivid and imag- Ages 5 and up. What would you do if you had a million dollars? inative wordless book, Chalk and then unleash your inner chalk Illustrate your plans or share your thoughts on paper, then dis- artist on the sidewalk around our library! cuss with friends over snack! Friday, July 22, 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 28, 2:00 p.m.

Animal Show on the Go Teens All ages. Meet live animals from around the world! Who will show up? Will it be a lizard or a snake? Or maybe a rabbit? You’ll have Get Money Wise-Financial Flicks to come and find out! Ages 13 and up. Delve into the world of sports and finance as we Monday, July 25, 1:30 p.m. view and discuss hot topic documentaries. Thursday, July 7, 3:00 p.m.

UCONN Nutrition (Teens) Learn some easy, healthy, and tasty recipes from a Community Nutrition Educator from University of Connecticut to make your A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE own culinary creations! Tuesday, July 26, 2:30 p.m. of charge to children and teens, ages 18 and younger, June 13 to August 12, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

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Camp Field Branch Henna Workshop 30 Campfield Ave. Hartford CT 06114 Ages 6 and up. Learn about the ancient art of Henna (or Mehndi) 860.695.440 hplct.org and create your own beautiful henna tattoo design. M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat. and Sun. Thursday, July 7, 1:30 p.m.

Beach Jewelry Ages 12 and up. Use seashells, glass beads, hemp or beading wire Children and Families to make anklets and bracelets for the summer. Tools and materials provided. We Are Going On A Bear Hunt Monday, July 11, 2:00 p.m. Ages 3-5, with adult friends. Join us for an interactive story time experience with songs and games, based on the classic children’s Fold N Fly Future Engineers – Paper Airplanes book, We’re Going on A Bear Hunt! Age 6 - 12. Have fun and be competitive! Future engineers will ex- Wednesdays, July 6 -13, 20 10:30:00 a.m. periment with a variety of paper airplane designs and determine what works best. Music & Movement With K LaRue Monday, July 11 and 25, 3:30 p.m. Ages 3-5 with adult caregivers. A lively and interactive time for children to explore music and movement with songs that support crea- Lego Mania tivity and early literacy development. Ages 7 and up. Calling all Lego fans! Get wildly creative with fun Wednesday, July 20, 10:30 a.m. Lego projects! Bring a friend along. Wednesday, July 13, 2:30 p.m. I Am Little, You Are Big- An Hour of Opposites Ages 3-5 with adult caregivers. Share stories, rhymes and songs Double Dutch all about opposites! Ages 5 and up. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Double Tuesday, July 5, 2:00 p.m. Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting new moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. CCMC Summer Safety Tuesday, July 19, 1:30 p.m. Ages 3 and up, with adult caregivers. Dive into summer with a lesson all about safety! Instructors from Connecticut Children's Medi- Bollywood Dance Workshop cal Center will present on summer safety topics with fun and edu- Ages 6 and up. Learn flexibility, rhythm, and coordination in this cational activities. dance routine with Bollywood instructor Salwa Nethagani. Wear Monday, July 18, 1:30 p.m. comfortable clothing. Tuesday, July 26, 1:30 p.m.

Animal Show on the Go Yoga for Kids All ages. Meet live animals from around the world! Who will show Ages 5 and up. Join us for a fun and relaxing yoga workshop pre- up? Will it be a lizard or a snake? Or maybe a rabbit? You’ll have sented by West Hartford Yoga Outreach. Learn some fun, healthy, to come and find out! and relaxing poses for the summer! Registration is required for Thursday, July 21, 1:30 p.m. groups. Thursday, July 28. 2:00 p.m.

Mikata Mega Education Registration and Ice Cream Party All ages. Powerful rhythmic music and dance will carry you to the cultures of Nigeria, Ghana, Puerto Rico, Haiti, Jamaica, Domini- Tuesday, August 2nd, 1:00-3:00 can Republic and the U.S. Learn all about percussion and rhythm instruments from around the world. In the Ewe language of All ages. Celebrate summer with Mega Education with music, ice Ghana, Mikata means "all of us." cream, and more! All kids 0-19 who have registered for summer Friday, July 22, 1:30 learning and attend the party will be eligible to win a bike and other prizes!

Students *Only those present are eligible to win.

Mongos, Music, Mendi Ages 8 and up. Decorate your hands with the traditional Indian A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE of charge dye, mehndi (its temporary!), while enjoying Indian music and sweets. Space is limited; registration required. to children and teens, ages 18 and younger, June 13 to Tuesday, July 5, 3:00 p.m. August 12, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Programs for Children and Families July 2016 Summer Learning is here—register now!

Dwight Branch 7 New Park Ave. Hartford CT 06106 Animal Show on the Go 860.695.7460 hplct.org All ages. Meet live animals from around the world! Who will show M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat. and Sun. up? Will it be a lizard or a snake? Or maybe a rabbit? You’ll have to come and find out! Thursday, July 28, 1:30 p.m. Children and Families Students Fit Fridays All ages. Celebrate this year’s Summer Learning Theme, “The Henna Workshop Summer of Fitness,” by coming to the library to jump rope, hula- Ages 6 and up. Learn about the ancient art of Henna (or Mehndi) hoop, and hopscotch to your heart’s content! Challenge your and create your own beautiful henna tattoo design. friends to a friendly competition to see who can run faster, jump Wednesday, July 6, 1:30 p.m. higher, or stretch farther! Fridays, July 1, 8, 15, and 29, 2:00 p.m. Get Money Wise - Vacation Planning Ages 8 and up. Take an all-expenses paid trip on us…well kind Husky Reads Program of! Enjoy planning a dream vacation including travel, lodging, food and activities. See what you can get for your money all All ages. The Huskies are coming! Interns from the Husky READS around the world! Refreshments provided. program will have fun programs about nutrition, fitness, and read- Thursday, July 7, 1:30 p.m. ing for all ages throughout the summer. Mondays, July 11, 18, and 25, 1:30 p.m. Bollywood Dance Workshop Ages 6 and up. Learn flexibility, rhythm, and coordination in this All About You Storytime: Early Literacy dance routine with Bollywood instructor Ages 0-5 with caregivers. Join us for stories, songs, finger plays, Salwa Nethagani. Wear comfortable clothing. and activity of you. Tuesday, July 12, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, 11:00 a.m. Double Dutch Ages 5 and up. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Dou- Old and New Storytime ble Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting Ages 0-5 with caregivers. Join us for a wonderful story time featur- new moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. ing old and new pictures books. Listen to classic stories and get Wednesday, July 20, 1:30 p.m. introduced to new picture books authors. Wednesday, July 20, 11:00 a.m. Paws to Read Ages 5 and up. Have a reluctant reader at home? Bring your child CCMC Summer Safety to meet Gizmo (our specially trained Ages 3 and up, with adult caregivers. Dive into summer with a les- Paws for Friendship therapy dog) and his handler, Jen. Friday, July 22, 1:30 p.m. son all about safety! Instructors from Connecticut Children's Medi- cal Center will present on summer safety topics with fun and edu- Teens cational activities. Wednesday, July 27, 1:30 p.m. Divergent Party Ages 13 and up. Join us as we delve into the dystopian world of Veronica Roth’s hit series, Divergent. First, we’ll find out which Mikata faction you belong to (or maybe discover that you’re Divergent!). All ages. Powerful rhythmic music and dance will carry you to the Then in teams, we’ll play a fast-paced game of trivia to put your cultures of Nigeria, Ghana, Puerto Rico, Haiti, Jamaica, Domini- knowledge to the test. To finish the day off, we’ll shift gears and can Republic and the U.S. Learn all about percussion and rhythm watch the movie together to see how many differences you can instruments from around the world. In the Ewe language of find between the book and the big screen! Ghana, Mikata means "all of us." Tuesday, July 19, 3:00 p.m. Friday, July 22, 10:30 a.m. A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE of charge to children and teens, ages 18 and younger, June 13 to August 12, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Programs for Children and Families July 2016 Summer Learning is here—register now!

Goodwin Branch Students 460 New Britain Ave. Hartford CT 06106 860.695.7480 hplct.org You’re a Wizard, Harry! M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat. and Sun. All ages. Join us for a celebration of the wonderful fantasy world of Harry Potter as we await the new book, Harry Potter and the Children & Families Cursed Child, coming out July 31! Fun activities for muggles and wizards, young and old. Monday, July 25, 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Jeff McQuillan Drum Tales All ages. Join Jeff McQuillan and Richard Hill as they take you on Friday Field Days adventure across the globe. Meet Baduasemanpensa, the African Ages 6 and up. Join us in the library backyard for fun outdoor princess, and Anansi the Spider and other fascinating characters. sports including Scoop Ball, Badminton, Croquet, Paddle Ball and Learn an African dance, a song, and other fascinating characters. Jump Rope! Thursday, July 7, 1:30 p.m. Fridays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 3:00 p.m. CCMC Summer Safety Pixar Movie Magic Ages 3 and up, with adult caregivers. Dive into summer with a les- Ages 8 & up. Join us for a virtual visit to Pixar Animation Studios son all about safety! Instructors from Connecticut Children’s Medi- to discover the science, technology, engineering, art & math be- cal Center will present on summer safety topics with fun and edu- hind Finding Nemo, Toy Story, Brave & more! Each week we will cational activities. discover and practice a different stage of the movie making pro- Friday, July 8, 1:30 p.m. cess: July 5(Environment Modeling), 19(Animation), 26 (Lighting). Mega Education Registration and Ice Cream Party Tuesdays, July 5, 19, 26, 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 12, 1:00-3:00 Double Dutch Ages 5 and up. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Dou- All ages. Celebrate summer with Mega Education with music, ice ble Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting cream, and more! All kids 0-19 who have registered for summer new moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. Thursday, July 14, 1:30 p.m. learning and attend the party will be eligible to win a bike and other prizes! Paws to Read Ages 5 and up. Have a reluctant reader at home? Bring your child *Only those present are eligible to win. to meet Gizmo (our specially trained Paws for Friendship therapy dog) and his handler Jen. Friday, July 15, 1:30 p.m. Animal Show on the Go All ages. Meet live animals from around the world! Who will show Bollywood Dance Workshop up? Will it be a lizard or a snake? Or maybe a rabbit? You’ll have Ages 6 and up. Learn flexibility, rhythm, and coordination in this to come and find out! dance routine with Bollywood instructor Salwa Nethagani. Wear Monday, July 18, 1:30 p.m. comfortable clothing. Thursday, July 21, 1:30 p.m. Surcari All ages. Surcari will have you moving and grooving to irresistible Yoga for Kids Latin beats. Kids can sing, clap, dance and play Instruments with Ages 5 and up. Join us for a fun and relaxing yoga workshop pre- the band. Learn all about Latin culture through music. sented by West Hartford Yoga Outreach. Learn some fun, healthy Tuesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m. and relaxing poses for the summer! Registration is required for groups. Fridays, July 22 & 29, 2:00 p.m. Husky READS All ages. The Huskies are coming! Interns from the Husky READS UCONN Nutrition for Youth/Teens: Health program will have fun programs about nutrition, fitness and reading Ages 6 and up. Learn some easy, healthy and tasty recipes from for all ages throughout the summer. a Community Nutrition Educator from University of Connecticut to Wednesday, July 20, 1:30 p.m. make your own culinary creations! Monday, July 25, 1:30 p.m. Music & Movement with K LaRue Ages 3-5 with adult caregivers. A lively and interactive time for chil- Henna Workshop dren to explore music and movement with songs that support crea- Ages 6 and up. Learn about the ancient art of Henna (or Mehndi) tivity and early literacy development. and create your own beautiful henna tattoo design. Thursday, July 21, 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 27, 1:30 p.m. Programs for Children and Families July 2016 Summer Learning is here—register now!

Goodwin Branch

460 New Britain Ave. Hartford CT 06106

860.695.7480 hplct.org M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat. and Sun.

Teens

Yugi-Oh Tournament Ages 13 -18. The competition is fierce and the time is here – grab your deck and get to the local library. Compete in your neighborhood for a chance to advance to the final tournament at YOUmedia Hartford on August 17! There WILL be prizes! Wednesdays, July 6 & August 3, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Found Poetry Ages 13 – 18. Poetry is everywhere and this is your opportunity to make it shine. Using existing text – like books and magazines – you’ll create moving or profound or just plain funny poems. Great for escaping writers block, first-time poets, or teens looking for a new way to express their minds. Monday & Wednesday, July 11, 13, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE of charge to children and teens, ages 18 and younger, June 13 to Meditation for Teens August 12, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Ages 13-19. Feel the ultimate chill – sit quietly, think nice thoughts, get relaxed, and exchange your depression or anxiety for a healthy dose of being present. Led by a trained meditation instructor ready to help you feel calm and centered. Thursdays, July 21, 28 & August, 4, 11, 18, 3:30 p.m.

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Mark Twain Branch

55 Forest St. Hartford CT 06105

860.695.7540 hplct.org M-F 1-5, closed Sat. and Sun.

Mega Education Registration and Ice Cream Party

Tuesday, July 5, 1:00-3:00

All ages. Celebrate summer with Mega Education with music, ice cream, and more! All kids 0-19 who have registered for summer learning and attend the party will be eligible to win a bike and other prizes!

*Only those present are eligible to win.

Double Dutch Ages 5 and up. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Double Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting new moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. Tuesday, July 12, 1:30 p.m.

Surcari All ages. Surcari will have you moving and grooving to irresistible Latin beats. Kids can sing, clap, dance and play In- struments with the band. Learn all about Latin culture through music. A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE Tuesday, July 19, 1:30 p.m. of charge to children and teens, ages 18 and younger, June 13 to August 12, Monday through CCMC Summer Safety Friday, 1:00-2:00. Ages 3 and up, with adult caregivers. Dive into summer with a lesson all about safety! Instructors from Connecticut Chil- dren’s Medical Center will present on summer safety topics with fun and educational activities. Wednesday, July 20, 1:30 p.m.

Henna Workshop Ages 6 and up. Learn about the ancient art of Henna (or Mehndi) and create your own beautiful henna tattoo design. Tuesday, July 26, 1:30 p.m.

UCONN Nutrition (Teens) Learn some easy, healthy, and tasty recipes from a Commu- nity Nutrition Educator from University of Connecticut to make your own culinary creations! Wednesday, July 27, 2:00 p.m.

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Park Branch Students Paws to Read 744 Park Street Hartford CT 06106 Ages 5 and up. Have a reluctant reader at home? Bring your child 860.695.7500 hplct.org to meet Gizmo (our specially trained Paws for Friendship therapy M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat. and Sun. dog) and his handler Jen. Fridays, July 1, 1:30 p.m. Children and Families

Double Dutch Husky READS Ages 5 & up. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Double All ages. The Huskies are coming! Interns from the Husky READS Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting program will have fun programs about nutrition, fitness, and read- new moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. ing for all ages throughout the summer, June 13 to August 18. Thursday, July 7 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, July 5, 12 and 26 12:30 p.m. Maker Space: Remote Control Machines CCMC Summer Safety Age 10 and up. Learn about, make and experiment with Remote Ages 3 and up, with adult caregivers. Dive into summer with a les- Control Machines kits. son all about safety! Instructors from Connecticut Children's Medi- Fridays, July 8 and 15 2:00 p.m. cal Center will present on summer safety topics with fun and educational activities. Bollywood Dance Workshop: Wednesday, July 13 1:30 p.m. Ages 6 and up. Learn flexibility, rhythm, and coordination in this dance routine with Bollywood instructor Salwa Nethagani. Wear Music & Movement with K LaRue comfortable clothing. Ages 3-5 with adult caregivers. A lively and interactive time for chil- Monday, July 11 1:00 p.m. dren to explore music and movement with songs that support creativity and early literacy development. Beach Jewelry Thursday, July 14 10:45 a.m. Ages 12 and up. Use seashells, glass beads, hemp or beading wire to make anklets and bracelets for the summer. Tools and Mega Education Registration and Ice Cream materials provided. Monday, July 11 2:00 p.m. Party CCMC Summer Safety Thursday, July 21, 1:00-3:00 Ages 3 and up, with adult caregivers. Dive into summer with a All ages. Celebrate summer with Mega Education with lesson all about safety! Instructors from Connecticut Children's Medical Center will present on summer safety topics with fun and music, ice cream, and more! All kids 0-19 who have regis- educational activities. tered for summer learning and attend the party will be eli- Wednesday, July 13 1:30 p.m. gible to win a bike and other prizes! Yoga for Kids *Only those present are eligible to win. Ages 5 and up. Join us for a fun and relaxing yoga workshop presented by West Hartford Yoga Outreach. Learn some fun, healthy, and relaxing poses for the summer! Registration is required for groups. Tuesday, July 19 2:00 p.m. A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE of charge Make and Take Craft to children and teens, ages 18 and younger, June 13 to August 12, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Ages 6 and up. Come to our craft table for new ideas and creative crafts to make and take home.

Wednesdays, July 20 and 27 2:00 p.m. Animal Show on the Go All ages. Meet live animals from around the world! Who will show Science of Sports up? Will it be a lizard or a snake? Or maybe a rabbit? You’ll have Ages 5 and up. Explore the science principles that play a key role to come and find out! in your favorite sports. Test out our activity stations to learn about Wednesday, August 3, 1:30 p.m. gravity, movement, and flight! Friday, July 22 2:00 p.m. Programs for Children and Families July 2016 Summer Learning is here—register now!

Ropkins Branch Music & Movement with K LaRue 1750 Main St. Hartford CT 06120 Ages 3-5 with adult caregivers. A lively and interactive time for 860.695.7520 hplct.org children to explore music and movement with songs that support M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat. and Sun. creativity and early literacy development. Friday, July 22, 10:00 a.m. Children and Families Mega Education Registration and Ice Cream Party Jumbo Game Day All ages. Come have fun playing jumbo size Sorry, Connect Four, Friday, July 29, 1:00-3:00 checkers, twister and other board games with kids and teens your age and make new friends. All ages. Celebrate summer with Mega Education with music, Fridays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 2:00 p.m. ice cream, and more! All kids 0-19 who have registered for summer learning and attend the party will be eligible to win a Surcari All ages. Surcari will have you moving and grooving to irresistible bike and other prizes! Latin beats. Kids can sing, clap, dance and play Instruments with the band. Learn all about Latin culture through music. *Only those present are eligible to win. Tuesday, July 5, 10:30 a.m. All About You: Early Literacy Ages preschoolers with caregivers. Join us for stories, songs, Husky READS finger plays, and activity of you. All ages. The Huskies are coming! Interns from the Husky READS Month of July 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Please call for group program will have fun programs about nutrition, fitness, and read- appointment. ing for all ages throughout the summer, June 13 to August 18. Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 27, 1:30 p.m. Students CCMC Summer Safety Ages 3 and up, with adult caregivers. Dive into summer with a Swirl lesson all about safety! Instructors from Connecticut Children's 5 and up. Enjoy cutting around and creating a spiral kite. Medical Center will present on summer safety topics with fun and Monday, July 11, 2:00 p.m. educational activities. Monday, July 11, 2016, 10:30 a.m. Yoga for Kids Ages 5 and up. Join us for a fun and relaxing yoga workshop presented by West Hartford Yoga Outreach. Learn some fun, Jump & Chant healthy, and relaxing poses for the summer! Registration is re- All ages. As you jumping rope, enjoy chants that you grew up with quired for groups. or some new ones to do as you jump. Thursday, July 14, 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 12, 2:00 p.m. Up In The Air Mikata 5 and up. Decorate and test out your paper plate frisbee. All ages. Powerful rhythmic music and dance will carry you to the Monday, July 18, 2:00 p.m. cultures of Nigeria, Ghana, Puerto Rico, Haiti, Jamaica, Dominican Republic and the U.S. Learn all about percussion and rhythm Bollywood Dance Workshop instruments from around the world. In the Ewe language of Ghana, Ages 6 and up. Learn flexibility, rhythm, and coordination in this Mikata means "all of us." dance routine with Bollywood instructor Salwa Nethagani. Wear Monday, July 18, 10:30 a.m. comfortable clothing. Tuesday, July 19, 1:30 p.m.

Animal Show on the Go Focus On The Fifties All ages. Meet live animals from around the world! Who will show Ages 6 and up. Celebrate the 1950s with a popular activity from up? Will it be a lizard or a snake? Or maybe a rabbit? You’ll have the decade- the hula hoop. Enjoy some hula hoop games to boost to come and find out! your health. Wednesday, July 20, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 21, 1:30 p.m.

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Ropkins Branch

1750 Main St. Hartford CT 06120

860.695.7520 hplct.org M-Th 11-6, Fri 12-5, closed Sat. and Sun.

Fold N Fly Future Engineers Ages 6 - 12. Have fun and be competitive! Future engineers will experiment with a variety of paper airplane designs and determine what works best. Monday, July 25, 2:00 p.m.

Double Dutch All ages. Double your summer fun by learning to jump Double Dutch! Jump between two rotating ropes and try some exciting new moves. Learn from a professional Double Dutch instructor. Tuesday, July 26, 1:30 p.m.

Teens

Teen Movie Ages 13-19. Stop by and enjoy a movie with friends and popcorn to munch on. Thursday, July 7, 28, 3:00 p.m.

Teen Craft A nutritious summer lunch will be served FREE Ages 13-19. Stop by and enjoy the craft of the day with your of charge to children and teens, ages 18 and friends. Wednesday, July 13, 27, 3:00 p.m. younger, June 13 to August 12, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.