Children's Room
Story Hour
Mondays 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Open to all ages. No sign up required. Drop-in anytime for a few quick stories followed by toy time and social
interaction with other children. Coloring, playdough and pop-up crafts occasionally included when time permits.
Located in the children’s activity room.
Story Hour with Maple
Wednesdays 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Open to all ages. No sign up required. Drop-in anytime for a few quick stories and cuddles with Maple the friendly
golden retriever service dog. Stories are followed by toy time and social interaction with other children. Coloring,
playdough and pop-up crafts occasionally included when time permits.
Located in the children’s activity room.
Read with Bea- private 15-minute story time.
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Tessa and her therapy dog Bea will be here to support a quiet 1 on 1 version of story time with just you, a book and a
dog named Bea. Reserve your private 15-minute slot. Drop-ins always welcome if Bea isn’t already occupied. Children
have the choice to read or be read to by while snuggling with Bea. Reading with a dog can help bring a sense of calm
and focus which makes it a great opportunity for anyone challenged in a group story hour setting. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. Meets in the children’s activity room. Low light available. Call or email to sign up anytime.
[email protected] 978-465-5071 x. 206
Open play time
**Thursday 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Do you feel like the activity room is a mystery because it’s never open when you’re here? Or maybe you want a place
to blow off steam after school? This is an opportunity to come see what’s on the other side of the door. You’ll find a toy
kitchen, dolls, a variety of toys and games for tots to pre-tweens. There’s also playdough, coloring sheets for all levels
and occasionally a themed craft activity. All ages welcome unless otherwise stated. Children under 10 must be
accompanied by an adult and those who may be too young to follow instructions will need assistance from a parent or
caregiver.
**Crafts will be offered Thursday January 16th and 30th.
January 16th
- We will make our own hanging wild bird seed treats to take home and hang in your yard.
January 30th
- We’ll be using clay, beads, paper shapes, craft scraps and magazine cut-outs to craft unique decorative
towers personalized to each individual.
Story Hour to Go- Bi-weekly craft and activity bag located on self-serve shelf behind children’s circulation desk
New themes launch every other Monday unless otherwise stated. These bags come with an activity booklet and
everything you need to build a craft with the exception of glue, markers and scissors. I try to include a craft and activity
sheets that offers a little something for multiple age groups. No matter the age or ability these crafts are designed to
spark creativity and bring families together. We always welcome taking back the paper bags to be reused. Share or tag
your finished craft photos with us on our social media pages #FUNATSPL
Mondays 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Open to all ages. No sign up required. Drop-in anytime for a few quick stories followed by toy time and social
interaction with other children. Coloring, playdough and pop-up crafts occasionally included when time permits.
Located in the children’s activity room.
Story Hour with Maple
Wednesdays 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Open to all ages. No sign up required. Drop-in anytime for a few quick stories and cuddles with Maple the friendly
golden retriever service dog. Stories are followed by toy time and social interaction with other children. Coloring,
playdough and pop-up crafts occasionally included when time permits.
Located in the children’s activity room.
Read with Bea- private 15-minute story time.
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Tessa and her therapy dog Bea will be here to support a quiet 1 on 1 version of story time with just you, a book and a
dog named Bea. Reserve your private 15-minute slot. Drop-ins always welcome if Bea isn’t already occupied. Children
have the choice to read or be read to by while snuggling with Bea. Reading with a dog can help bring a sense of calm
and focus which makes it a great opportunity for anyone challenged in a group story hour setting. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. Meets in the children’s activity room. Low light available. Call or email to sign up anytime.
[email protected] 978-465-5071 x. 206
Open play time
**Thursday 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Do you feel like the activity room is a mystery because it’s never open when you’re here? Or maybe you want a place
to blow off steam after school? This is an opportunity to come see what’s on the other side of the door. You’ll find a toy
kitchen, dolls, a variety of toys and games for tots to pre-tweens. There’s also playdough, coloring sheets for all levels
and occasionally a themed craft activity. All ages welcome unless otherwise stated. Children under 10 must be
accompanied by an adult and those who may be too young to follow instructions will need assistance from a parent or
caregiver.
**Crafts will be offered Thursday January 16th and 30th.
January 16th
- We will make our own hanging wild bird seed treats to take home and hang in your yard.
January 30th
- We’ll be using clay, beads, paper shapes, craft scraps and magazine cut-outs to craft unique decorative
towers personalized to each individual.
Story Hour to Go- Bi-weekly craft and activity bag located on self-serve shelf behind children’s circulation desk
New themes launch every other Monday unless otherwise stated. These bags come with an activity booklet and
everything you need to build a craft with the exception of glue, markers and scissors. I try to include a craft and activity
sheets that offers a little something for multiple age groups. No matter the age or ability these crafts are designed to
spark creativity and bring families together. We always welcome taking back the paper bags to be reused. Share or tag
your finished craft photos with us on our social media pages #FUNATSPL
Story Hour To Go Bags
“Story Hour to Go” bags are available for pick-up in the children’s room whenever the library is open. Each bag contains supplies to make a craft and an activity packet relating to the theme. (Crafts may require glue, tape, crayons, markers or scissors. Small pieces are sometimes included.)
These take-home craft/activity bags designed by Ms. Nicole are always out and available to take from the shelf
next to the children’s circ desk. Help yourself. Basic supplies like child friendly scissors, markers, glue and
supervision are needed. Everything else is included! We always welcome taking back any unused activity
booklets or paper bags to be reused. Share or tag your finished craft photos with us on our social media pages
#FUNATSPL
next to the children’s circ desk. Help yourself. Basic supplies like child friendly scissors, markers, glue and
supervision are needed. Everything else is included! We always welcome taking back any unused activity
booklets or paper bags to be reused. Share or tag your finished craft photos with us on our social media pages
#FUNATSPL
Conservation Information
Click below to download a list of children's books reccomended for the summer reading program.
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Visit our Children's Library Online for access to children's databases and eBooks from home.
“LIKE” our Salisbury Library Children’s Room Facebook Page (a great place to check for updates on activities).
