Seekonk Public Library Youth Services

Level Up at Your Library!
June 18 - August 8
Summer Reading Challenge is on! Register your child for Level Up at Your Library, this year’s summer reading challenge and keep track of how much time is spent reading. There are no titles to record, or specific books to read - simply log reading time. Children can read any combination of books, magazines, graphic novels, eBooks, or audio books. What’s the challenge? The challenge is to either read 20 minutes a day or set a personalized reading goal. Summer learning loss can happen when children are not actively reading during the summer months. Register at www.seekonkpl.beanstack.org  

Kid Librarian of the Month
July 1-31
Ages 7-12 Stop by the Children’s Room to fill out an application for the chance to become the Kid Librarian of the Month. As a Kid Librarian, you will receive an official T-shirt and be in charge of creating a book display with a theme of your choice. You will also make a sign to accompany the display. If needed, the Kid Librarian can ask the Librarian for assistance setting up the display.
The Kid Librarian of the Month will be selected the last week of the month,
and their display will be showcased for the rest of the following month. If chosen, you will be contacted by email or phone. All applications will remain on file.

Baby Storytime
Babies, Books, and Belly Time
Tuesday, July 1 & 22 2:00 PM
Ages 0-18 months Baby storytime designed for children 0 - 18 months old. Bring a small baby blanket for the floor and enjoy a book followed by music, fingerplays & movement. Afterward, enjoy free time for belly time. It is an important way to help babies strengthen their neck and shoulder muscles and improve motor skills. Babies will be free to crawl through a tunnel, play with toys, read a board book, and enjoy bubbles with you. No registration is required. Please bring your SAILS Library card so your child may take storytime books home.

Intro to Ballet for Littles
Monday, July 7 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Ages 3-5 Learn Ballet basics with dancers Ms Alison and Ms Amelia. There will be a simple warm up, then introductory Ballet dance moves will be taught and end with a short performance. Register.

Family Game Night - Rock Paper Scissors Tournament
Thursday, July 10 6:00-7:00 PM
Ages 6-11 and family Join us for the Rock Paper Scissors Tournament. Learn how to play, strategize (there really is none) and win or lose. Cheer on your family members as play continues until there is a victor. While you wait, create a rock paper scissor craft to take home.
Please register all attending.

Little Explorers Sensory Playgroup
Saturday, July 12 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
All kids ages 2-5 with a caregiver Play with a variety of toys and unique materials to engage the senses and support the development of motor, memory, communication, and problem-solving skills in a fun and welcoming environment. This program is for children of all abilities. Drop in.

Oak Knoll MA Audubon Mindfulness Hike
Wednesday, July 16 10:00 AM
All ages Join the MA Audubon Society/Oak Knoll for a calming journey through the library's meadows and natural spaces with plenty of stops to relax.
“This program is funded by The Seekonk Cultural Council, a local agency funded by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.”

Storytime in the Meadow
Friday, July 18 - August 15 10:00 AM
All ages Join us in the Meadows for a weekly storytime for all ages! Books, songs, movement, and even BUBBLES! Drop in.
Storytime will be moved inside in the case of inclement weather.

Playful Engineers
Chain Reactions & Creative Contraptions
Saturday, July 19 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Ages 7-11 Make and break hands on workshop! Let us have a fantastic time building, playing, and learning. Kids will design, build, test, and play with chain reactions and creative contraptions. They will be introduced to Rube Goldberg Machines, paper constructions, domino towers, exploding popsicle-stick snakes, and other engineering explorations. Register. This program is funded by The Seekonk Cultural Council, a local agency funded by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.