The New Rochelle Public Library is offering new after school programs for children ages 5-12, as well as a new weekly art program for families. Three new programs will take place at the main branch of the library, located at 1 Library Plaza. Kids and their caregivers will be creating projects inspired by famous artists’ work, in our new Family Art Studio program.
Projects will include Frida Kahlo and self-portraits; Paul Klee and scratch art; Alexander Calder and sculptures; Sonia Delaunay and circle painting and traditional dot art. All materials will be provided. Participants should come dressed for a mess, Mondays, 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m., through Dec. 6.
Children ages 7-12 can celebrate their favorite comic book characters with activities straight from the panels and pages of popular kids’ graphic novels, by joining us for our new Graphic Novel Appreciation Society. Emerging readers, ages 5-7, will sharpen their literacy skills when they join our fun and interactive Young Readers Academy program. A book club for emerging readers utilizing multimedia, read alouds and art projects to encourage literacy skills. Participants will receive a free copy of the week’s featured book at the program, so it’s not necessary for attendees to read the book in advance.
These two programs take place on alternating Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m., and run through Dec. 7. Two new programs will take place at the Huguenot Children’s Library, 794 North Ave. Find Your Way to Words gives kids ages 9-12 helpful ways to get the words flowing. Led by award-winning writer Susan Moorhead, this class will nurture participant’s writing in a fun and supportive environment.
The Young Readers Book Club is for newbie readers ages 6-8 looking to improve their reading skills or for those who just want to have fun sharing and chatting about great books. Readers will receive their own copy of the book at each session, so there›s no need to read ahead. These two programs take place on alternating Wednesdays, 4 p.m.-4:45 p.m., through Dec. 6.
“These new programs were developed based on input we’ve received from parents over the past few years”, said Robert Simic, head of Children’s Services
at the New Rochelle Public Library. “We designed these programs to be both educational and fun, and are very excited to share them with the community.
Now that in-person programming is back at the Libraries, we can’t wait to welcome the children, and work with them to build their skills in and knowledge
of reading, writing and art.”
Space is limited and some classes require advance registration. Visit https://nrpl.evanced.info/signup/calendar for dates and registration details. For more information about programs at the main branch, call 813-3716 or email nrplkids@wlsmail.org. For information about programs at Huguenot Children’s Library, call 632-8954. (Submitted)
