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Calendar of Activities
THE PROVIDENCE ATHENAEUM
2008
SIGN-UP FOR ALL CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS IS ESSENTIAL.
Call 421-6970 ext.17 or e-mail Librarian Lindsay Shaw at lshaw@providenceathenaeum.org
MAY
Wed., May 7 thru June 11 at 10:00am
Sqiggles and Giggles
Toddler art classes with seasoned art teacher and mom Kristen Ramsey.
Kristen has designed six programs specifically for the very young that includes techniques of drawing, collage, printmaking, sculpture and more!
Ages 2-4;
members $5/class and
non-members $10/ class
Limit: 10 R.S.V.P. by April 30
Fri., May 16 at 5:30pm
Family Movie Night
Walt Disney’s The Sword in the Stone
The magic of Merlin the wizard and a young King Arthur…
Pizza, juice boxes and Hoodsie ice cream treats, what could be better?
Ages 5 and up;
$5.00 snack fee per child
Limit:15 R.S.V.P.
Wed., May 21 at 4:00pm
It’s a Worm’s World!
Join the “Worm Ladies” Nancy Warner and Lois Fulton for an afternoon of science fun with worms. Learn how the quiet little worm helps our planet in a very BIG way!
Ages 3 and up with an adult
Limit 12 R.S.V.P. (no story hour)
As always, guests welcome unless otherwise noted!
APRIL
Sunday, April 6 from 2:00- 4:00pm
A Child’s Cabinet of Curiosities
Thursday, April 10 at 7:00pm
Wind in the Willows: A 100th Birthday Celebration and Cocktail Reception
Share a delightful and informative evening with illustrator and author Mary Jane Begin as we celebrate the publication of Kenneth Graham’s classic children’s novel Wind in the Willows.
Mary Jane will host a slide presentation and lecture on the history of Wind in the Willows and her newest title Willow Buds, the Tale of Toad and Badger. A book signing will follow.
This program is recommended for adults and older children (12 and up). For more information to R.S.V.P. please call Lindsay.
Open to members and non-members.
Saturday, April 12 at 2:00pm
Willow Buds in the Afternoon
Mary Jane Begin Author and illustrator will join us again for an extra special program for children! Mary Jane will read to us from her new picture book Willow Buds, the Tale of Toad and Badger, host an activity and a book signing! This is a rare and wonderful treat so be sure to come and join in the fun!
Refreshments will follow.
Ages 5 and up with an adult; limit 40. R.S.V.P. Members and guests.
Wednesday, April 16 at 4:00pm
One Small Place in a Tree
Join us for a story hour visit from our friends at Audubon Society of Rhode Island.
Friday, April 18 at 5:30pm
Family Movie Night
Pizza, juice boxes and Hoodsies ice cream treats, oh, and the movie - Walt Disney Studio’s animated Alice in Wonderland, a movie full of upside-down the rabbit hole adventure and humor!
Ages 5 and up; limit 15. R.S.V.P.
Wednesday, April 30 at 4:00pm
May Basket Workshop and Story Hour
Ages 3 and up with an adult; limit 15. R.S.V.P.
MARCH
Saturday, Mar. 8 at 2:00pm Interactive Improv with A.C.T.
Join Kate Lester and actors from the All Children’s Theatre for an afternoon of improvisational acting and fun!
Ages 5- 10 with an adult; limit 20.
Tuesday, Mar. 11 at 4:00pm Tooth Fairy Box Workshop
Decorate a snazzy box to hold your newly loothed tooths safely under your pillow!
The Tooth Fairy is sure to be imprethed!
Ages 4 and up with an adult; limit 15.
Friday, Mar. 14 at 5:30pm Family Movie Night showing Walt Disney’s Aladdin
Hop on your flying carpet and join us for a movie time dinner of pizza, juice boxes and Hoodsies ice cream treats.
Ages 5 and up; limit 15. $5.00 fee per child; adults free.
Wednesday, Mar. 19 at 3:30pm Wishes, Magic and Tricksters with Sparky’s Puppets
Sparky’s Puppets are back with their lively tales and hilarious escapades. Don’t miss this wonderful annual tradition!
Ages 3 and up with an adult; limit 40.
Tuesday, March 25 at 3:30pm Roger Williams Park Zoomobile Rainforest Adaptation Adventure
Join the Zoomobile crew for this interactive program, learn about the many layered rainforest and meet a few of the creatures who call it their home.
Ages 3 and up with an adult; limit 20.
FEBRUARY
Wednesday, Feb. 6 at 4:00pm
Hearts and Stories
A special Valentine workshop and story hour.
Ages 3-6 with an adult. Limit 15. RSVP
Saturday, Feb. 9 at 2:30pm
Valentine Workshop II
Love is in the air! Join Nancy Whitcomb for our annual Valentine extravaganza.
Ages 6 and up. Limit 15. RSVP
Wednesday, Feb. 13 at 4:00pm
Lanterns and Dragons, a Chinese New Year Story Hour
In China the New Year is celebrated for two weeks. This year the new year begins on February 7. That mean February 13 is roughly the midpoint of the celebration. Celebrate the Year of the Rat with mask making, and homemade lanterns.
Ages 3-6 with an adult. Limit 15. RSVP
Friday, Feb. 15 at 5:30 pm
Family Movie Night featuring Lady and the Tramp
What’s not to love about pizza, juice boxes, Hoodsie ice cream treats and Disney’s classic story of “puppy love”!
Ages 6 and up. Limit 12. $5.00 fee per child; adults free. RSVP
JANUARY
Wednesday, Jan. 16 at 4:00pm
Hats off to Hat Day, a story hour special
Did you know that January 18 is Hat Day? Let’s ring in this unique day by creating our own silly hats and listening to some classic hat stories.
Ages 3 – 6 with an adult. Limit 15. RSVP
Friday, Jan. 18 at 5:30pm
Family Movie Night featuring Nanny McPhee
This is the story of the very naughty Brown children and their magically ugly nanny who cures them of their bad behavior. Enjoy a movie time dinner of pizza, juice boxes and Hoodsies ice cream treats.
Ages 6 and up. Limit 15. $5.00 fee per child, adults free. RSVP
Saturday, Jan. 19 at 2:30pm
Thomas the Tank Engine Full Feature Film
For avid Thomas fans or those who couldn’t attend the family movie night, here is your chance to have an afternoon of fun with Thomas and the Magic Railroad.
Ages 3 and up with an adult. Limit 15. RSVP
Saturday, Jan. 26 at 2:30pm
Toys from Days Gone By
Thaumatropes and flip books and buzz toys, oh my! Find out what these are and how to make them. Nancy Whitcomb will lead this fun and educational workshop.
Ages 5 and up with an adult. Limit 12. RSVP
Thursdays, Jan. 31 at 3:30pm
Let’s Go Lego!
Bring a box or bag of your own Legos and spend the afternoon creating cool stuff and sharing ideas with other Lego enthusiasts.
Ages 6 and up. Limit 12. RSVP
REMEMBER, RSVP a must for all programs. Thank you.
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