Library Director Tiffany Jean Fleet invites local residents to Knit a Bit on Wednesday afternoons! New to experienced to non-knitters are invited to get together and knit, talk about knitting or just watch people knit. All are welcome...even children, teens and MEN! (Yes, plenty of men knit and have knit for the war effort during WW II). Yarn, needles and inspiration are available, so come learn how to knit or share your skill with others. We hope to see you as we begin to Knit a Bit at 3.00 PM every Wednesday.
Children in Grades 1 through 3 are welcome to join our new First Saturday program where we will read stories, watch short movies, do craft projects or other activities on a seasonal theme. We will also help children select library books related to each month's theme. Parents or guardians MUST call or stop at the library to register their children prior to each session so that we may have enough materials prepared. We look forward to seeing many children participate in our First Saturday program.
Throughout the school year, our library hosts the very popular Preschool Story Hour for children ages 3-5. Two experienced PA certified elementary teachers, Judy Bogozi and Donna Parish, will be in charge of the story hour. In addition to the many learning activities planned for each Story Hour, "Mrs. Judy" and "Mrs. Donna" provide guide sheets and suggestions that parents can use to practice the skills and concepts with their children at home. Call the library for specific dates and times. Parents are requested to register their children for this program since class size will be limited.
Many activities which are both educational and entertaining are scheduled for the Summer Reading Program. In addition to reading activities, the programs will feature crafts, snacks, videos, and rewards for those children attending. Masontown Elementary School teachers Dorothy Gruskowski and April Serock welcome Kindergarten to Grade 3 children to join the fun! Programs featuring professional presentations are also offered; "The Cat in the Hat," "Queenie the Clown," "Mother Goose," and "Steve the Magician" were among those who have visited the library and entertained the children attending our Summer Reading Program. Contact the library for a schedule of summer events.
German-Masontown Public Library, in partnership with the Albert Gallatin Education Foundation, proudly announces the inauguration of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. We are truly excited to offer this exceptional program to the residents of our community. Please followthis link for more information.
There is NO CHARGE for participation in any of the library's programs, but pre-registration is strongly encouraged since space is limited.
For more information or for registration, stop by the main desk at the library or call 724.583.7030.