Children's Winter Programs
Questions?
Call Miss Penny at 978-454-5474 ext. 5 or e-mail pberube@mvlc.org.
Please register for programs in the Children's Room at thelibrary.
Sorry, no e-mail or phone registrations can be accepted.
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Parenting Workshops
We are fortunate to have Marianne Blanchet (a Social Worker from Patient & Family Services, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center) offering two very pertinent parenting workshops at the Dracut Library this spring.
These programs are funded by the Family Foundations Network. The Family Foundations Network is a program funded by the Department of Early Education and Care and managed by Community Teamwork, Inc.
Please register in the Children’s Room.
Power Struggles and Temper Tantrums
March 10th 6:30 PM
This motivating workshop will be interesting and helpful to anyone who deals with children. You will learn why children tantrum and how power struggles look different as your child grows. You will also learn how to avoid problems, and some specific techniques to deal with misbehaviors when they can't be avoided. You will be able to start giving your child skills they can take into adulthood while getting some tranquility for your family now.
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Aggression and Bullying
April 14, 6:30 pm
There is evidence that one of the most common background experiences of criminals (even serial killers) is bullying. Aggressive behaviors, such as bullying and being bullied, have been shown to be almost equally damaging.
This workshop will differentiate between normal conflict and bullying and will identify problems caused by aggression. We will learn how bullying happens and by whom, and will discuss how to know if your child is a bully or is a victim. Most importantly, you will learn what you can do to help your child get through this extremely difficult time.
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Monkey Business
under age 2
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This program is for children and a caregiver. You'll have play time, music, rhymes, puppets, and movement at each session.
No registration is needed. The program is held in the Meeting Room. Please be on time.
Mondays at 10:30 am. See Event Calendar for dates. |
Toddler Tea Party
age 2 - 3 1/2 |
Dress up in your finery for stories, tea (apple juice) and cookies (usually Teddy Grahams).
(Sorry, but children enrolled in our Preschool Storytimes are not eligible.)
Registration is required. Please sign up for each date individually.
Fridays at 10:30 am. See Event Calendar for dates. |
Toddler Time
age 2 - 3 1/2 |
After a short play time, we use music, short stories, instruments, rhymes, puppers and movement to help develop pre-reading skills.
No registration is needed.
Thursdays at 9:00 am. See Event Calendar for dates. |
Toddler Craft
age 2 - 3 1/2 |
Children are invited for short stories and a simple craft. (Sorry, but children enrolled in our Preschool Storytimes are not eligible.)
Registration required. Please sign up for each date individually.
Fridays at 10:30 am. See Event Calendar for dates. |
Preschool Storytime
age 3 1/2 - 5 |
Children ages 3 1/2 to 5 (but not in kindergarten) may register for the Fall session. Please plan to attend all 7 or 8 classes. Because of high demand, should a child miss 2 classes in a row without notification, he/she will be dropped from the class and another child will be allowed to take the spot.
Registration is required. Select the day that's best for you.
Tuesdays at 10:30 am
Wednesdays at 1:00 pm
Thursdays at 10:30 pm. See Event Calendar for dates. |
| PJs & Popcorn |
This is a family storytime from 6:15 to 7:00 pm. Parents and children share stories, songs, and a snack (not always popcorn) and a drink. Best for ages 2-7. PJs are optional!
Registration is required.
Wednesdays from 6:15 - 7:00 pm. See Event Calendar for dates. |
Kids' Club
grades K - 2 |
(Sorry, no pre-K.) Each month will feature different stories and crafts.
Registration is required.
Mondays at 4:00 pm. See Event Calendar for dates. |
Tween Scene
grades 3 - 6 |
Kids are invited to hang out once a month to play board games, do craft projects, or do whatever! We'll even make a batch of popcorn to munch on.
Registration is required.
Mondays at 4:00 pm. See Event Calendar for dates. |
Jr. Friends of the Library
grades 5 - 12 |
This is a Community Service Club for students in grades 5 - 12 that plans monthly programs for younger children.
See Penny for more information.
Meetings and events take place on Tuesdays at 3:30 pm. See Event Calendar for dates. |
