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Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Scranton Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.
Friends’ Annual Used Book Sale @ Academy School
Saturday, Jul 31, 9am to 5pm (Friday Aug 30 9-5, Sat Aug 31 9-5, Sunday Aug 1 9-1)
At last ! The book sale is coming after months of collecting, sorting and packing a wonderful assortment of books, CDs, DVDs, and audio books to deliver to Academy School.
The Friends of the Scranton Library have worked hard to make this year's selection one of the best.
Bring your friends and family to stock up on a good supply of reading including fiction, mystery, gardening, cook books, history, art, literature, children's, teens, paperbacks, music and things you haven't thought of . Sponsored by Friends of Scranton Library.
Saturday, Jul 31, 9am to 5pm (Friday Aug 30 9-5, Sat Aug 31 9-5, Sunday Aug 1 9-1)
At last ! The book sale is coming after months of collecting, sorting and packing a wonderful assortment of books, CDs, DVDs, and audio books to deliver to Academy School.
The Friends of the Scranton Library have worked hard to make this year's selection one of the best.
Bring your friends and family to stock up on a good supply of reading including fiction, mystery, gardening, cook books, history, art, literature, children's, teens, paperbacks, music and things you haven't thought of . Sponsored by Friends of Scranton Library.
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Friends’ Annual Used Book Sale @ Academy School
Sunday, Aug 1, 9am to 1pm (Friday Aug 30 9-5, Sat Aug 31 9-5, Sunday Aug 1 9-1)
At last ! The book sale is coming after months of collecting, sorting and packing a wonderful assortment of books, CDs, DVDs, and audio books to deliver to Academy School.
The Friends of the Scranton Library have worked hard to make this year's selection one of the best.
Bring your friends and family to stock up on a good supply of reading including fiction, mystery, gardening, cook books, history, art, literature, children's, teens, paperbacks, music and things you haven't thought of . Sponsored by Friends of Scranton Library.
Sunday, Aug 1, 9am to 1pm (Friday Aug 30 9-5, Sat Aug 31 9-5, Sunday Aug 1 9-1)
At last ! The book sale is coming after months of collecting, sorting and packing a wonderful assortment of books, CDs, DVDs, and audio books to deliver to Academy School.
The Friends of the Scranton Library have worked hard to make this year's selection one of the best.
Bring your friends and family to stock up on a good supply of reading including fiction, mystery, gardening, cook books, history, art, literature, children's, teens, paperbacks, music and things you haven't thought of . Sponsored by Friends of Scranton Library.
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Make A Splash Scavenger HuntMonday, Aug 2, 10:00 - 10;45
This program is for children entering 1-3 grade. Come to the library to search for hidden treasures. Sponsored by The Children’s Department.
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Storytelling Event with Evan DeFrancescoTuesday, Aug 3, 10:00 - 11:00
Evan is a high school student at Hand High who is involved in many activities as well as working here at the Scranton Library. Evan is also an accomplished storyteller. He performs at the Connecticut Storytelling event in New London. come hear Evan tells ome stories especially chosen for our summer theme. Sponsored by The Children’s Department.
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Tuesday, Aug 3, 11:30 - 12:00
A story time for children ages 3-5 & entering Kindergarten. Reading done by our middle school & teen volunteers, or staff. Please sign up for each individual date. Sponsored by The Children’s Department.
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Tales of Sea and ShoreWednesday, Aug 4, 10:00
This program is presented by Sparky's Puppets, a favorite among our patrons for ten years. This is a family event. Sponsored by The Friends of the Scranton Library and The Children’s Department.
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Make ’N Take Wednesday CraftsWednesday, Aug 4, 1:30-3:00
Each week will feature different crafts and activities. All supplies are provided. This week we will be making terrariums - little ecosystems in a jar! This program is for students in Grades 6 -12 only. Sponsored by The Scranton Library Teen Department.
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Nutmeg Book DiscussionWednesday, Aug 4, 6:30 - 7:30
This week our two books to be discussed talk about competition. One is "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davis and the other "No Talking" by Andrew Clements. This program is for children entering grades 4-6. Copies of the books can be obtained in the Children's room of the Scranton Library.
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Our Underwater WorldThursday, Aug 5, 10:00 - 10:45
This program is for children ages 3-5 and entering Kindergarten. We will explore the underwater world with stories, songs and a craft. Sponsored by The Children’s Department.
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Friday, Aug 6, 10:30 (Fridays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 10:30)
Research has shown that babies need to be read to starting from birth. This program is for our youngest patrons, birth to walking. Conducted by Miss Gerry, a mother and grandmother herself, it is a delightful experience of songs, finger plays and board books. Ample time is given for the babies to play and the parents/ caregivers to socialize. The program is held in the children's room reading area. Sponsored by Children’s Department.
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Email: scrantonlibrary@madisonct.org | Library Director: Sandra Long | Website: www.scrantonlibrary.org
Email: scrantonlibrary@madisonct.org | Library Director: Sandra Long | Website: www.scrantonlibrary.org