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MARCH & APRIL PROGRAMS
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1
March
2025
THE THREE LITTLE PIGS FAMILY CONCERT
PRESENTED BY THE NEW HAVEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
(ALL AGES)
NHSO musicians Stephanie Hug (violin), Becky Patterson (cello), William Braun (piano) will bring the tale of the “Three Little Pigs” to life, inviting children to explore the animal kingdom through the magic of music. please note: concert will be at the ansonia armory.
Saturday
March 1st @ 10:30AM
(This program is located at The Ansonia Armory)
5
March
2025
HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES & TOES YOGA
(AGES 5 AND UNDER)
Get ready to twist, stretch, and strike a pose while having a blast with fun stories and groovy tunes. You can sign up for one session or do both—your choice. No yoga know-how? No problem! Just bring your smiles!
Wednesday
March 5th @ 10:00AM
6
March
2025
MARIO PAINTING
(AGES 6+)
It’s me, mario! paint me and my friends!! paint mario world characters just in time to celebrate mario day (mar10)
Thursday
March 6th @ 5:30-6:30PM
8
March
2025
THE GLOWING MYSTERY OF MARIE CURIE
(AGES 6+)
Join us for an exciting journey through the life of Marie Curie, the groundbreaking scientist whose research on radium changed the world! In this fun program we'll dive into the dangerous history of Curie's discoveries, including how radium led to the creation of glow-in-the-dark paint. Kids will have the chance to make their own glow-in- dark paint & glowing artwork.
Saturday
March 8th @ 10:30-11:30AM
12
March
2025
READING TO JULIE
(ALL AGES)
Julie is the ultimate listening champion, a snuggle-loving, gentle soul who adores cozy cuddle sessions while little ones read their hearts out! With her calm vibes, she transforms storytime into a confidence-boosting extravaganza for all those budding bookworms!
Wednesday
March 12th @ 5:30PM
15
March
2026
ANANSI THE SPIDER FAMILY CONCERT
PRESENTED BY THE NEW HAVEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
(ALL AGES)
Audiences will discover the beloved African folktale of Anansi the Spider through an interactive jazz fusion experience Featuring original music by composer Tyler Goldchain and dynamic storytelling by artist Isaac Bloodworth. This program will bring together an incredible ensemble Tyler Goldchain (keys/guitar), Kenny Georges, (saxophone), Jesse Hameen, II (drums), and Chris Johnson (bass). Children will be captivated by the vibrant story of Anansi, brought to life through live music, narration, visual art, and playful audience participation.
Saturday
March 15th @ 10:30AM
21
March
2025
LEGO CLUB
(ALL AGES)
Love LEGOS? Register for our LEGO Club and join the building bonanza where you’ll engineer something amazing based on the challenge we throw your way! What will your imagination create?!
Thursday
March 21st @ 5:00-6:00PM
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April
2025
REMIX STATION: ANIMAL HYBRIDS
(ALL AGES)
A GIANT event is coming to the Ansonia Library! Visit the Children’s Room from April 1st to April 30th to create your own Animal Hybrid character at the DIY Animal Hybrid Remix Station. Your designs will be submitted to be published by the GIANT Room in to the trading card deck. This self-directed activity allows you to work at your own pace, sharing drawings and ideas with friends and family. We can't wait to see what you make!
ALL MONTH LONG
April 2025
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April
2025
APRIL TAKE & MAKE KITS
Mark your calendars for April 1st, Peeps! Are these sugary marshmallow bunnies the ultimate spring delight or a sugary disaster? The debate rages on, but one thing's for sure—those cute little paper bunnies are a total crowd-pleaser! While supplies last
While supplies last
Starting April 1st
7
APRIL
2025
STORYTIME FOR THE LITTLES
(AGES 0-2)
Our Littles StoryTime features a delightful mix of music and movement, singing and finger plays, and (of course!) books. After the session, you have the option to "Stay and Play" and engage in various activities designed to enhance sensory skills, art, imaginative play, fine motor skills, and socialization. Register for the dates that work best for you.
Mondays
April 7th & 21st @ 9:30AM
1
APRIL
2025
STORYTIME FOR BIGS
(AGES 2-5)
Big kids love to stay active! Our Bigs Storytimes feature a lively mix puppets, singing, dancing, and stories! We alternate "Stay & Play" and “Stay & Shake it Off” after Storytime this month but both options provide children with opportunities to strengthen sensory skills, unleash creativity, refine fine motor skills, and strengthen social interactions! Be sure to register for the dates that suit your schedule. Please note- Shake it Off is a seperate registration.
Tuesday
April 1st, 8th, & 22nd @ 9:30AM
5
APRIL
2025
3RD ANNUAL UNICORN DAY
FAMILY EVENT!
(ALL AGES)
10:30 AM-12 PM: crafting activities, while supplies last
(ages 3+)
11 AM-12 PM: Spirit the Unicorn visits for petting and pictures
(all ages)
Join us in celebrating the most magical creature to ever exist...unicorns! We will have a variety of crafts available, and then Spirit the Unicorn will visit for petting and pictures, and if you’re very lucky—unicorn kisses! No registration is needed- crafting stations will be available while supplies last.
Saturday
April 5th @ 10:30AM
8
APRIL
2025
SHAKE IT OFF!
MUSIC & MOVEMENT
(AGES 0-5)
Let's get up and groove with Judy Pancoast! She'll play instruments while we sing and dance together, shaking off all those wiggles with laughter! This class will immediately follow our Big Storytimes. Register for the dates that work best for you.
Tuesday
April 8th & 22nd @ 10:00AM
9
April
2025
HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES & TOES YOGA
(AGES 5 AND UNDER)
Get ready to twist, stretch, and strike a pose while having a blast with fun stories and groovy tunes. Please note, there is one session this month. No yoga know-how? No problem! Just bring your smiles!
Wednesday
April 9th & 23rd @ 10:00am
10
April
2025
LEGO CLUB
(ALL AGES)
Love LEGOS? Register for our LEGO Club and join the building bonanza where you’ll engineer something amazing based on the challenge we throw your way! What will your imagination create?!
Thursday
April 10th 5:00-6:00PM
24
April
2025
SEED BOMBS
(AGES 6+)
Let’s get our hands dirty and whip up some seed bombs for Earth Week, sprinkling vibrant colors everywhere! What’s more fabulous than crafting wildflower seed bombs that’ll serve as a buffet for our buzzing buddies, the pollinators? Let’s bloom together!
Thursday
April 24th @ 5:30pm
SPRING BREAK PROGRAMMING
APRIL 14-17, 2025
14
April
2025
TIDES & TALES
Your Barbies are invited to the library for a getaway with friends at the exclusive Tides & Tales Resort! Check-in on Monday, check-out on Thursday, and follow their fun throughout the week on social media!
CHECK IN APRIL 14TH 9:30-3:30
CHECK OUT APRIL 17TH BEFORE 3:30
15
April
2025
PUPPET SHOW: JACK FRIDAY, FAIRY TALE INVESTIGATOR
(AGES 4-11)
Little Bo Peep has lost her sheep and doesn't know where to find them but Jack Tuesday is the guy who can figure out why someone would try to hide them! On a chase through the city to the homes of three piggies and other popular tales, Jack Tuesday will track down the thief who has stolen the sheep and make sure that the thief lands in jail. An original story from Lionheart Puppets.
Tuesday
April 15th 1:30PM
15
April
2025
PUPPET MAKING WORKSHOP
(AGES 6-11)
Children will learn the basics of puppet construction using pre-designed patterns to create animal shadow puppets. They will also discover how to build a simple shadow screen with common household items and put on a puppet show with help from the experts at Lionheart Puppets. Space is limited.
Tuesday
April 15th 2:45PM
16
April
2025
CRASH COURSE COOKING:
SOFT PRETZELS
(AGES 13+)
Learn to make soft pretzels from scratch. We’ve got everything you need, from the ingredients to kitchen tools—all you need to bring is the courage to try something new!
Wednesday
April 16th @ 12PM
17
April
2025
GROSS,COOL, WEIRD SCIENCE
(AGES 5+)
We uncover incredible things like… real-world zombies, fish that can climb trees, a creature that can grow a whole new body out of its head, an animal that can come back to life after being frozen solid, a worm with more butts than any other animal, the world's most indestructible creature, and so much more!
Thursday
April 17th @ 5:30PM
17
April
2025
JULIE THE READING THERAPY DOG
(ALL AGES)
Julie is the ultimate listening champion, a snuggle-loving, gentle soul who adores cozy cuddle sessions while little ones read their hearts out! With her calm vibes, she transforms storytime into a confidence-boosting extravaganza for all those budding bookworms!
Thursday
April 17th, 5:30PM
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