Kids

Welcome to the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Children’s Wing!

This wing of the Pittston Memorial Library officially opened in August of 2015, and it is full of fun for your young ones. You’ll find loads of books that are great for all ages: from picture books and nonfiction books to juvenile chapter books, board books, graphic novels, beginning reader books, an Accelerated Reader display, two computers with games just for kids, a fire station and doll house, a coloring table, comfy chairs and areas perfect for reading and being read to, puzzles, blocks and lots of space to play and build, as well as many other fun things to do.
We do ask that an adult is present with anyone ages 12 and younger in this wing.

Programming for Ages 0-5 (Littles not in school yet)

We offer a variety of fantastic programming for all of your littles!

Toddler Time (ages 0-3), Weekly, Tuesdays, 10:00-10:30 AM: This program is a story time specifically geared towards children who are under Preschool ages. We focus on basic skills like numbers and counting, colors, shapes, emotions, etc; as well as songs, movement and repetitive poems and finger-plays. Each week we read an interactive book together and sing songs based on a theme. This program is very interactive and tons of fun! (Siblings who might be in a different age range are welcome to participate in this program so that families may attend together!)

Preschool Pals (ages 3-5), Weekly, Tuesdays, 10:45-11:45 AM: This program is a story time specifically geared towards children who are in the Preschool age range, but are below the age forP Kindergarten. This program still has lots of fun, movement, repetitive songs and skills practice like Toddler Time, but we bump up the skill knowledge to that Preschool level. We add in lots of new skills, songs, poems, stories and activities to build on the skills learned at an earlier age. We typically read two books together based around a specific theme, and enjoy songs and activities in that theme too. We have tons of fun playing and learning together and every story time wraps up with an awesome themed craft! (Siblings who might be in a different age range are welcome to participate in this program so that families may attend together!)

Tales and Tunes (ages 0-5), Weekly, Wednesdays, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM: This program is a fun-filled, activity-based program with weekly themes and skills introduced. Children are introduced to a new theme (such as a new color, or shape) and encouraged to explore that theme through songs, dancing, play and stories! (Siblings who might be in a different age range are welcome to participate in this program so that families may attend together!)

For our kids under Kindergarten age, we are proud to support families with the program 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. This is a nationwide program that can be done through an app on your phone or with pen and paper. This is a family-independent program, in which any and every book you read with your child before Kindergarten gets recorded with the goal of reaching 1,000 before your child enters school. We offer prizes and resources to help you and your family reach this goal! Inquire with our Children’s Coordinator, Ms. Katie, about how to get started!

Programming for School-Aged Children (elementary grades, K-4)

We are currently updating our school-aged children’s programming – check our Facebook page for the most up-to-date events!

Family STEM Night

STEM fun for the whole family! Join us in the Cosgrove Room on the 1st Thursday of every month from 5-6PM for a fun, yet educational program. This program is sponsored by Reese Networking, LLC.

Chess Club

This bi-monthly Saturday program is for all ages and all skill levels. Stop in to play with your friends or a new opponent!

Life-Size Board Game Night

Our annual event where board games come to life! Check our Facebook page for Game Night announcements!

Family Movie Night

This monthly event takes place in our Cosgrove Room and features popular or popular releases for the whole family! Kids can bring a pillow and blanket and there is a limited supply of free refreshments available for all attendees.

Homeschool Hangout

A monthly event where homeschool students and parents can gather and learn. Each themed lesson expands upon learning at home in a fun, relaxed environment.

Every summer we offer an 8 week Summer Reading program, with a new exciting theme each year! All ages from Infants to Adults are welcome to participate! Reading is for everyone and a love of reading starts as soon as you can hold a book in your hands. Each summer is filled with wonderful programming, special events and guests, a bingo-style summer reading challenge that is great for ALL levels of readers to feel successful and included, and more!

Keep an eye on Facebook for special events, holiday parties, local author visits, movie nights and new programs! We are always looking for new ways to reach and serve our community, so don’t hesitate to call, email or stop in with all of your great ideas too!