Monday, January 26, 2009

2009 Youth Media Awards Announced Today!

For the full list, click here: 2009 Youth Media Awards

Newbery Medal (click for more info)

T
he Graveyard Book


by Neil Gaiman, HarperCollins Children’s Books


Caldecott Medal (click for more info)

The House in the Night

illustrated by Beth Krommes and written by Susan Marie Swanson, Houghton Mifflin Co.


Geisel Award (click for more info)

Are You Ready to Play Outside?


written and illustrated by Mo Willems, Hyperion Books for Children, an imprint of Disney Book Group

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Soup's on!



The theme for last week's storytime was SOUP ... here are a few pictures of our crafty 'chefs' and their pretend-soup creations!




Thursday, January 8, 2009

Snowmen@StoryTime!



THANK YOU to everyone who helped make today's storytime such a success!! The theme for today's Preschool storytime sessions was Snowmen, and several moms brought homemade playdough for the craft activity following the stories!

Here are some pictures from this fun event!

Monday, January 5, 2009

New Library Building update ...

In the past few weeks, we've heard from many of you, and truly appreciate your input! Please continue to communicate your ideas and suggestions, and check the blog for updates, including information about the possible new site options.

Here's the link:

Also, the Friends of the Upton Town Library will be holding their first meeting of the new year on Tuesday afternoon this week, at 12:30pm in the Library. Stop by and meet the board members if you can!

January Storytime Themes

HAPPY NEW YEAR!
In the midst of all the chilly weather we've been having, I'm planning some winter-themed storytimes for the 3-6yr old crowd this month!

We'll start off the new year with a session of Snowman stories followed by a craft activity this Thursday.


Later this month our stories and crafts will center around



Mittens:


and Chinese New Year!


Please remember that due to our limited space, and for craft-planning purposes, we do ask that you register in advance, on a monthly basis. You may do this by phone, email or in person.
Thanks!