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Sure thing! Studies have shown that babies develop better communication skills when they hear language patterns and new words frequently. What better way to do this than come to the library and read to your baby? We have a nice collection of sturdy board books for those little hands. For even more stimulation, bring your little ones to Romper Room - a program of music, rhyming, rhythm and bubbles! We are offering sessions on Wednesdays at 10am and 11am from April 23 through May 28. Children from one month to preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome to attend. Due to limited space, we ask that only one adult per child comes, but each adult can bring all the children in their care - including those babies!

Space is still available in this brand new book club for boys in 3rd grade and up. Each participant will read whatever they choose---fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, magazine, etc. Monthly meetings will include discussion, extension activities and snacks.

..well, okay, with inflation it's more like thruppence a bag these days. Birds visit the children's garden all year round and we try to help them through the winter by filling up the birdfeeders. Many thanks to all those patrons and staff members who have continued to donate bags of seed for this effort. We even took part in the Cornell Lab of Ornithology birdcount a couple winters ago. Just come into the children's room and you will surely see some of our feathered friends. Please consider donating a bag of bird seed at the children's desk. You can drop it off before or after you've looked through our many birding books in the children's and adult's collections!

Alan Alexander Milne was the author of Winnie-the-Pooh, one of the most charming characters in children's literature. His adventures were inspired by the author's real life son, Christopher Robin and his stuffed dolls; Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Tiger, Kanga and little Roo. Celebrate A.A. Milne's birthday on January 18th, by revisiting the Hundred Acre Wood as you share these enchanting tales with your family. The library has many titles in fiction, picture book, and easy reader. Our favorites include:

Beat the winter blahs! Come and learn the basics of Knit and Crochet (or work on more advanced projects) with instructors Arlene Sandner, Frieda Luxenberg and Maureen Dilleo. Program and materials are free, but registration is required. Co-sponsored by the Clarkstown Family Resource Center.

The gifts have been forgotten, the confetti has been vacuumed up and the long winter looms ahead. Now what? Head over to the library, of course! Our family musical programs are especially handy for shakin' out the cobwebs. Whether it's in the big meeting room with Mr. Kurt, the smaller storytime room in a Matty Roxx class, or stompin' with the whole family during Romper Room, you will be energized! Don't forget about storytime - we offer a 10am and 1:30pm session every Tuesday in January - and family pajama storytime on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm on January 8th and 22nd. Need more? We've got a drop-in Boredom Busters program each Friday at 4:00pm as well as a sprinkling of crafts! Check on the children's event tab at the top of this page for more details for all our upcoming programs. Of course, we have new books and dvds to take home anytime. Drop by the children's reference desk for help in choosing the right programs and materials for your family. We look forward to seeing you!

Jan Brett is a beloved children's author and illustrator. In honor of her birthday this month, visit the website www.janbrett.com. Here you can read about Ms. Brett's life, career, and inspiration. Learn about her books and the personal stories behind them. Find printable coloring pages, cards and games, along with computer games and email cards. "How to draw" videos are also available. Ideas for activities can be used at home or in the classroom. After you have explored the website, come to the library and check out our large selection of Jan Brett titles. Favorites include:

Drop-in storytime at the Congers Train Station will be presented for six weeks, starting September 17th, every Tuesday at 10am. Bring a mat to sit on and grownups must stay with their little ones. No registration or library card is needed, so come by when it is convenient for your family. There is plenty of parking and restrooms are available. Suitable for good little listeners ages 3 and up. The last session will be on October 29th and will feature spooky stories, so wear your costumes!