As we head into July’s hot & muggy days, remember that Cheshire Library is an official “Cooling Station” – come in, get out of the heat, and enjoy some great programs while you’re here!
Please note: Cheshire Library will be CLOSED Saturday July 2 and Monday July 4 for Independence Day
Summer Saturday hours (9am-1pm) are in effect starting Saturday July 9.
The Head-to-Toe Movement Show
Wednesday Jul 6, 2016, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
This movement-focused 60-minute performance is designed to engage children in physical activity using awesome music, original stories, incredible visuals, exciting games and interactive music technology to promote fitness, healthy eating, going to your library and celebrating music! For children ages 2 & up and their caregivers. Please register on our website.
Family Yoga
Friday Jul 8, 2016, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Lani Rosen-Gallagher from Full of Joy Yoga will present a yoga class that is fun for the whole family. Kids of all ages are welcome. We will do lots of partner poses, group poses and of course relaxation. Connect with your whole family in a fun class. For all ages, no registration required.
Storytime at Cheshire Park
Tuesdays: Jul 12, 19, 26, 2016, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Meet us at the Cheshire Park Pavilion this summer for a special program! Bring your lunch and we will read stories and have fun with our parachute. Look for our Cheshire Public Library banner. If it’s raining, we will see you on the next sunny Wednesday! Please use the entrance located at the intersection of Highland Ave. and Stony Hill Rd., Cheshire, CT 06410. For ages 3 & up. Drop-in, no registration required!
Afternoons of Awesome
Tuesdays: Jul 12, 19, 26, 2016, 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Every Tuesday afternoon is awesome at the Library! School-age kids are invited to have fun with art, science, technology, and games. We’ll explore something new every week! For ages 7-12, please register on our website.
Cookbook Club
Wednesday Jul 13, 2016, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
It’s a new kind of book club – welcome to the CPL Cookbook Club!
- Check out a cookbook related to our July theme: Summer Side and Salads. (Visit our “Summer Sides & Salads” display near the catalog computers in the lobby.)
- Try one or more recipes at home.
- Come to Cookbook Club. Wednesday, July 13th at 6:30pm in the Mary Baldwin Room. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Ages 18 and up only. By registering for this program, you acknowledge that you may choose to consume food that has not been prepared in a commercial kitchen.
- Share your thoughts (and dishes). Join library director Ramona Burkey and Deputy Director Deb Rutter to discuss your cookbook reviews and all things culinary. Bring your cookbook and a prepared dish (if you can) to share with the group.
Move & Groove with Mr. Gym
Friday Jul 15, 2016, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Get physically fit through music and creative movement with “Mr. Gym”, a children’s singer and songwriter from Connecticut. For ages 3 & up, no registration required.
Stretching and Balance
How to Attract Hummingbirds, Songbirds and Butterflies to Your Garden
Thursday Jul 21, 2016, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Join us for a presentation by Shaun Roche, Visitor Services Manager at Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge. He will share a few simple tips to make your home into a refuge for wildlife and learn the essentials of a good habitat, food, water, shelter for hummingbirds, birds and butterflies. Please register on our website.
Zingalingz Music and Fitness Class
Friday Jul 22, 2016, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Circle of Friends Music of Southington is proud to present Zingalingz, a music and fitness program for children ages 5-12. Our specially designed movements and activities can help kids gain the important benefits of increased fitness and greater learning power. No registration required.
The Healing Power of Meditation
Wednesday Jul 27, 2016, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Shell Craft Class
Thursday Jul 28, 2016, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Please Join Gail Farrar as she demonstrates how to make a seashell craft. Each attendee may choose one object to make (Frame, Box etc.). Her shell craft hobby started as a gift idea and has grown into a thriving business in her retirement. Class is free but space is limited. Please register online for this adults-only class.
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