It’s no secret that we LOVE libraries in this house. (Especially our hometown Milford Public Library!). From play areas to kid-friendly programs, our public libraries offer tons of FREE fun for the whole family. And that’s why we love Take Your Kid to a Library Day so, so much!
Take Your Child to the Library Day (TYCLD) is an international initiative that encourages families everywhere to take their children to their local library. Launched in 2011 in Connecticut by librarians Nadine Lipman (Waterford Public Library, retired) and Caitlin Augusta (Stratford Library) with artist Nancy Elizabeth Wallace, TYCLD raises community awareness about the importance of the library in the life of a child, and promotes library services and programs for children and families. Join the celebration!
On Saturday, February 1st 2020, public libraries throughout Connecticut and beyond will celebrate the eighth annual Take Your Child to the Library Day with free events and activities for children and families.
Case Memorial Public Library – Orange
Meet some friendly baby goats, bunnies, pigs, chickens, and ducks at our indoor Animal Affair petting zoo! Registrants may arrive anytime after 10:30 a.m., but please plan to arrive no later than 12:00 p.m. in order to guarantee admission. Registration is required.
Woodbridge Town Library - Woodbridge
What can a donkey, a dog, a cat and a rooster do when they have to leave their farm? Become world famous musicians of course! CactusHead Puppets brings to life a hilarious tale of four farm animals at their The Bremen Town Musicians Puppet Workshop production. The show starts at 2pm and a puppet workshop (ages 4 and older) begins at 3:15pm.
Clark Memorial Library - Bethany
Putter” your way through biographies, mysteries, audio books, magazines, children’s books and non-fiction as both floors of the Clark Memorial Library are transformed into an 18-hole mini golf course. Holes are sponsored by local organizations and businesses. A fun day for all ages — $5 per individual or $15 per family. Program runs 11am – 4pm.
Hagaman Memorial Public Library – East Haven
Join the Hagaman Memorial Library for a special "Take your Child to the Library Day" celebration from 2 – 3pm. Sponsored by CT Humanities, puppeteer Jim Napolitano (known as "Nappy") and his shadow puppets present some of the greatest sing-a-long songs of all time. Join in the fun with Nappy’s Puppets and sing some of your favorite silly songs!
West Haven Library – West Haven
Celebrate the 9th annual Take Your Child to the Library Day with us at the West Haven Library! There will be a special performance by Nappy's Puppets: Sing-A-Long with Nappy's Puppets at 11:00AM (registration required). After the show, stop by the Graham (children's) Room to make your own shadow puppet. Registration Required
Milford Public Library - Milford
Snap a fun family pic in our "photo booth". Guess How Many? and win a jar of goodies. Take Your Grown-up to the Library and make sure your favorite big person has their own library card. They'll get their own special sticker (just like the kids!) and a silly picture on our Facebook page.
Check with your local library to see what special festivities might be planned on Saturday, February 1st. Or maybe challenge yourself to visit a new-to-you library in a neighboring town. It just might be your new favorite place to hang out!
