Join us as we read and discuss selections from the Battle of the Books list. This month we will be reading Impossible Creatures by Katherline Rundell. The day that Christopher saved a drowning baby griffin from a hidden lake would change his life forever. Open to students entering Grades 4 & 5 in the fall.
Learn chess strategies and skills that develop logic, planning, and executive function in a fun, supportive setting. National Chess Master Ian Harris will be at the Byram library to instruct and inform patrons about the game of chess. All levels and ages are welcome. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Byram Shubert Library.
All ages
FREE
Battle of the Books Book Club with Ms. Flynn "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell (Grades 4 & 5)
Join us as we read and discuss selections from the Battle of the Book's list. This month we will be reading Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell. The day that Christopher saved a drowning baby griffin from a hidden lake would change his life forever. Open to students entering Grades 4 & 5 in the fall.
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movementFREE
PLAYdate!
Greenwich Library · Greenwich
For all ages - Birth to 5-year-olds with a parent/ caregiver. Play is an important part of early literacy. Play helps children to express themselves and put thoughts into words and so much more. Join us for this weekly exploration in PLAY with other members of the community and help your little one build literacy through PLAY! Please check in at the Main Children's Desk on the third floor for your ticket. Tickets will be given out starting at 9:30 a.m. Space is limited. Please arrive on time at the start of the program. To minimize disruption to the presenter and audience, there will be no admittance allowed 10 minutes after the program has begun. To get early access to all the Library's Children's events, sign up here for Children's newsletters.
Up to age 5Weekly
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Sensory Storytime (Storytime Lottery)
Greenwich Library · Greenwich
Storytime is a lottery! Lottery opens: Monday, August 17, 2026 through Friday, August 28 , 2026 Notification email by Friday, September 4 , 2026 The FALL I Session lasts 6 weeks, starting Monday, September 14, 2026 and ending Friday, October 23, 2026 Registered storytimes are for Greenwich and Perrot Library card holders in good standing. Your registration is limited to a specific six-week series of storytimes. Storytime runs on a six week cycle September 14-October 23. When registering, only register your child/ children. Lastly, only register for one class per session. CLICK HERE FOR THE LOTTERY For birth to 5-year-olds with a parent/ caregiver This interactive parent and child program will focus on exploring storytime and related multi-sensory activities! The activities will be adjusted to sensory needs of the children and adapted to encourage exploration by children of all abilities. There will be opportunities to encourage developmental milestones, sensory processing, and bonding with your child. Each session will be structured yet flexible to meet the needs of the children in the group, including transition practice and calming opportunities as needed. To get early access to all the Library's Children's events, sign up here for Children's newsletters.
Up to age 56-week course
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World Music with Anitra
Greenwich Library · Greenwich
We are delighted to welcome you to our children's concert with local resident and talented singer, Anitra Brooks. Anitra sings in 5 different languages and teaches the audience the refrains so they can sing parts of the songs along with her. This concert is geared toward preschoolers and early elementary school students but older children and adults are welcome. To get early access to all the Library's Children's programs and events, sign up here for Children's email newsletters.
Ages 12 mo–5 yr
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Music with Tom Weber
Greenwich Library · Greenwich
Join us at Greenwich Library for music time with performer Tom Weber. The program will be held in Marx Family Black Box Theater on the lower level. Tom's performances are filled with interactive movement, props, singing, dancing, and lots of energetic fun! His repertoire includes original songs as well as traditional favorites. Tom’s music is intended to get children moving, singing, feeling confident, and having fun! A ticket will be required to attend the program. Tickets will be distributed starting at 10:00 am outside the Black Box Theater and doors will open at 10:25 am for this 10:30 am program. Please arrive on time at the start of the program. In order to minimize disruption to the presenter and audience, there will be no admittance allowed 10 minutes after the program has begun. To get early access to all the Library's Children's programs and events, sign up here for Children's email newsletters.