Parents or Caregivers are required to stay in the library
while children are in programs.
Please take a moment to read our Policy on Unattended Children.
Every registration for a pre-kindergarten age child requires the child's birth certificate or proof of age card and parent's valid East Meadow library card. Every registration for a child in Grades K-6 requires the child's valid East Meadow library card. Check the required birth dates for our programs. No phone registrations will be taken. Non-residents may inquire about availability one week prior to the program. Programs may be canceled due to inadequate registration. Thank you.
MOTHER GOOSE TIME - 9 to 18 months with caregiver (no siblings)
This half-hour program introduces children and parents or caregivers to nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, movement, and of course, books! Parents are encouraged to join in the activities and to continue them at home. Registration begins Monday, January 9. Birth date must be from 7/10 to 4/11. Limited to 15 children.
Mondays 10:00 a.m.: January 23, 30, & February 6.
Second Session: Registration begins Tuesday, February 21. Birth date must be from 9/10 to 6/11. Limited to 15 children.
Mondays 10:00 a.m.: March 5, 12, 19 & 26.
PARENT/CHILD WORKSHOP - 18 to 30 months with a caregiver
Free play, crafts and circle time! Early childhood specialists join us to address issues and answer questions. Registration begins Friday, October 14. Birth date must be from 4/09 to 4/10. Limited to 12 families.
There are no sessions scheduled at this time.
TODDLER TIME - 2½ to 3½ years with a caregiver
An introductory listening experience for toddlers, with a program of simple stories, fingerplays, games and songs for both adult and child. This is one-on-one quality time with your toddler. Registration begins Thursday, January 5. Birth date must be from 7/08 to 7/09. Limited to 15 children. With caregiver.
Thursdays 10:00 a.m.: January 19, 26, February 2, 9 & 16.
Second Session: Registration begins Friday, February 24. Birth date must be from 9/08 to 9/09. Limited to 15 children.
Thursdays 10:00 a.m.: March 8, 15, 22 & 29.
PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME - 3½ years to Not yet in K
Have fun listening to wonderful stories and making new friends. Registration begins Tuesday, January 3. Birth date must be on or before 7/08. Limited to 30 children.
Tuesdays 10:00 a.m.: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, &14.
OR
Wednesdays 2:00 p.m.: January 18, 25, February 1, 8 & 15.
KINDERGARTEN STORYTIME - Kindergarten
Stories, crafts and fun especially for this age group. Registration begins Thursday, January 5. Limited to 22 children.
Thursdays 4:15 p.m.: January 19, 26, February 2, 9 & 16.
Second Session: Registration begins Friday, February 24. Limited to 22 children.
Thursdays 4:15 p.m.: March 8, 15, 22 & 29.
TAIL WAGGIN' TUTOR READ DOGS - Grades K-5
The Read Dogs are back by popular demand! Some children find it difficult to read in front of people, but not to a dog. Dogs are non-judgmental. In many cases, a child's reading ability improves after reading to a dog. All our dogs are certified by Therapy Dog International, all are trained and must pass a test before being admitted into the program. Appointments necessary. Limited space. Please register in person at the Public Relations Department. Participants will be signing up for 3 weeks at a time. Readers with 2 absences without 24 hours notice will not be able to continue.
