Movie Theater Thursday-LEGO Movie
Middletown Public LibraryLEGO Movie (2014)- An average Lego figure is mistaken for a legendary adventurer, and joins a league of superheros in order to defeat a ruthless tyrant. Here is the Lego Movie trailer. Part of our weekly “Movie Theater Thursday” Summer Reading programing series.
Trivia Saturday
Every week of Summer Reading kids can answer literary trivia questions. The best part is we'll put the books with the answers on a special book cart in the Children's Section. New sheets each Saturday of Summer Reading. Completed trivia sheets earn you an extra ticket for a chance at prizes. And if you like one of the books you can put it on hold and take it home the following week.
Local Authors Discussion Group
Middletown Public LibraryThis discussion group is reading books by authors from right here in the Capital Region. It's a chance to read books by some local authors who will be visiting in library in the Fall. Mon. June 26 from 6-7:30pm- Edge of Death by John Benedict MD Mon. July 24 from 6-7:30pm- Under the Moon by Natalie J. Damschroder Mon. Aug. 28 from 6-7:30pm- The Newbie by Leta Hawk Then on Sat. Sept. 30 from 1 to 4 pm we host a local author panel, PA Q and A.
Storytime and Craft
Middletown Public LibraryExplore action rhymes, songs, and stories. After books, gather with us at the back table for a special activity. No registration is required and siblings are welcome. Infants will have an age appropriate activity instead of a craft. (Recommended for birth-age 6 with a caregiver. 30-45 minute storytime)
World-Class Wednesday- Inventions
MCSO Building W. Emaus Street, MiddletownROBOT – The mere mention of the word engages, enthralls, entices and excites children of all ages. In order to meet the 21st century challenge of an emphasis on STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), three-time Parents’ Choice Award-winning performer David Jack of SchoolAssemblies.net has created a fantastic new STEM/STEAM presentation, BOT! – The Secret World of Robots. This wholly unique show is the perfect combination of entertainment and education rarely found in STEM education. In keeping with David Jack’s company slogan “No Boring Assemblies!” BOT! is chock full of audience participation, humor and . . . Read More »
Movie Theater Thursday-Big Hero 6
Middletown Public LibraryBig Hero 6 (2014) A special friendship develops between a plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax, and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes. Here is the Big Hero 6 trailer. Part of our weekly “Movie Theater Thursday” Summer Reading programing series.
Family Yoga
Middletown Public LibraryJoin us for an interactive fabulous way to get fit for the whole family. Yoga, stretching, and coordination. All ages welcome; 30-45 minutes
Family Game Night
Middletown Public LibraryBring all the kids down (children, teens, and parents) for a fun family game night at the library. We've got lots of fun games to try!
Trivia Night
Middletown Public LibraryJoin us July 27th for Harry Potter Trivia The Library hosts a Trivia Night on the 4th Friday of the month. Teams of 3 to 5 people. The winning team will win a prize. Light refreshments will be provided.
LEGO® Junior Maker Club
Middletown Public LibraryLEGO® Junior Maker Club! Make, tinker, build, and explore with LEGO®. The Junior Maker club encourages children and families to take a hands-on, minds-on approach to "making" with the use of LEGO® bricks while tying in a love for reading. Hope to see you there! Made possible by a donation to the library by LEGO® Systems, Inc. and the Association for Library Services to Children.