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Wildlife Encounters, Thursday, Aug. 17th 9:30am!

Outdoors at the Saugus Iron Works

Thursday, August 17th 2023 at 9:30am!

 
We are happy to welcome back  Wildlife Encounters of New Hampshire!  They will present their live animal “Jr. Zookeeper” program.  Folks are welcome to bring a blanket or chair to this outdoor program.  The forecast looks decent – and don’t forget it starts at 9:30am!
 
The Saugus Public Library is very grateful to the New Friends of Saugus Public Library for funding this program and the Saugus Iron Works for hosting! 

Cape Cod Shark Expert visits Saugus!

MONDAY JULY 31st  10:30am at the library!

Reading is Jawsome!  Learn about sharks off the coast of Massachusetts with the Cape-Cod based Atlantic White Shark Conservancy

This program takes students through a series of true and false statements to address
some of the common misconceptions about sharks.  Learn more about the growing population of Great White Sharks off our shores.

Recommended for kids grades 1st – 4th

No registration required.

Spider-Man at the Iron Works!

Thursday, June 29th, 10:30am at the Saugus Iron Works

Meet Spider-Man & Spider-Gwen!  Listen to a Spidey story, get some hero training and take a  photo with them!

Recommended for Ages 3+. Superhero dress up welcome! 

Forecast looks good, but just in case, check the 

library’s online event calendar for updates after 9:30am on the day of the event.

We will reschedule if canceled.  

 

Kids’ Summer Reading!

June 20th – August 25th 2023

We can’t wait for this year’s kids’ summer reading theme:  Reading is Jawsome!  Kids read the books they love, log their reading and win prizes!  They’ll learn about sharks, and enjoy shark-themed programs, crafts and activities.  

  1. Register using the Beanstack App – or in person at the Saugus Public Library 
  2. Beanstack is loaded with lots of cool, educational shark themed videos & activities like this
  3. Read at least 20 minutes per day!
  4. Log your reading!
  5. Win fun prizes!

For detailed instructions on how to register see our Kids’ 2023 Summer Reading Page

Be Kind to Your Neighbor

Be Kind to Your Neighbor story time, craft & snack

Wednesday, May 17th 3:30pm

Explore how we’re different, how we’re the same, and the importance of treating everyone with kindness.

All are welcome!

Presented in partnership with PJ Library and the Lappin Foundation

May is Jewish American Heritage Month 

Recommended for children ages 5+

Happy Mother’s Day!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, grandmothers and mothers at heart!   We see you and you are amazing!   Thanks for all you do – and special thanks for reading with your children.

We are grateful to Trader Joe’s Saugus for donating lovely yellow roses for the moms & caregivers who attended our Mother’s Day Music & Mother Goose class.  What a beautiful morning at the Saugus Iron Works!

 

Kids Programs: Spring Break at the SPL!

Stop by the SPL with the kids during Spring Break!

We have 3 special programs recommended for ages 5+

Wednesday April 19th:  3:30pm  Arbor Day story and Spring Tree craft 

Thursday April 20th:  10am & 10:30am  (2 sessions) Rainforest Reptiles: live animal show Registration is required.

Thursday April 20th:  3:30pm Rock painting Story & craft with Kelly

For Ages 11+

Wednesday April 19th:  10am Hang out with some special Great Dane service dogs! Ages 11+

Visit the library’s online event calendar for details and the registration link for Rainforest Reptiles.

See you soon!