REGISTRATION: You must register for summer activities so that we know how many participants to prepare for. Registration is IN-PERSON and begins on JUNE 15 and ends on JUNE 29 in the CHILDREN'S ROOM.

Kickoff: Mon. June 29, 7 p.m. Steve Blunt & Marty Kelley SUMMER READING PARTY @ Stratham Memorial School Stratham Fair: Thurs. July 23, 11 a.m. CONCERT with Rick Goldin Babies | Toddlers/Preschool | Elementary

Babies Baby Lapsit: Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. June 30 - Aug 18 The program is geared to parents/caregivers and babies (birth to 17-months-old). Join us for a fun time of music rhymes, rhythm, fingerplays, bounces/wiggles/tickles, and baby-friendly picture books. The program lasts for approximately 25 minutes followed by time to socialize. *NOTE*: NO baby lapsit on 7/21 and 7/28.

Toddlers & Preschoolers Summer Story Times: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. July 1 - 29 The program is geared to parents/caregivers and kids 18-months-old to 4/5 years old. (going into kindergarten in fall 2009 would be in the elementary group). Join us for a fun time of stories, activites and crafts. The program lasts for approximately 45 minutes. Parents/caregivers need to attend this program with their child. REGISTER June 15 - June 29. Mon. August 3, 10:30 a.m.: Toddler/Pre-K Finale: Carol & Crew Puppet Show Reading Education Assistance Dogs®: Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.-12:25 p.m. June 30 - August 18, Hannah or Maizie Click here for more information about the READ program. Parents/caregivers need to attend this program with their child and SIGN UP for a time slot in the children's room. *NOTE*: NO READ dogs on 7/21 and 7/28 Reading Buddies: Tuesdays, 2 p.m.-3 p.m. June 30 - August 11 Younger children (toddlers through elementary grades) will be paired up with older children (upper elementary, middle-schoolers and high-schoolers) to read together, do simple crafts, and play games. Refreshments will be served. Please alert us to any allergies. Parents/caregivers need to remain in the library during this program and SIGN UP for a time slot in the children's room.

Elementary: K - Grade 5 All programs below last approximately 1 hour. Parents/caregivers must remain in the library during the program. All children aged 10 and under must be supervised by an adult or caregiver 16 years old or older. Caregivers must have contact information for an adult who is legally responsible for the child(ren). REGISTER for these events in the children's room June 15 - June 29. Mon. July 6, 10:30 a.m.:Books & Brunch with Chris Rose Find out about the greatest summer books while munching on brunch. REGISTER June 15 - June 29 Mon. July 13, 10:30 a.m.:Hot & Sticky with Derek Small of Wildlife Encounters Discover how animals spend their summertime! REGISTER June 15 - June 29 Thurs. July 16, 10:30 a.m.:Ronald McDonald: Ronald's Read, Play & Win Show Every child gets a free book from Ronald! Recommended for ages 4-9 REGISTER June 15 - June 29 Mon. July 20, 10:30 a.m.: Picnic Cooking with Leslie Blaney of Screamers Cafe Bring a picnic blanket and learn some easy & yummy hot-weather food ideas. REGISTER June 15 - June 29 Mon. July 27:Junk 2 Funk Percussion Workshops (see below for ages & times) 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.: Kindergarten - 1st Grade 10:05 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.: 2nd Grade - 3rd Grade 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.: 4th Grade - 5th Grade SIGN-UP REQUIRED -- WORKSHOP SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTER June 15 - June 29 Jeff Erwin of Trashcan Lid Productions will teach you how to make some jammin' rhythms with instruments made from junk! Wed. August 5, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: K-5th Grade Picnic Bring a sack lunch and picnic blanket! We'll provide drinks & dessert and fun games and a craft activity. REGISTER June 15 - June 29 Mon. August 10, 10:30 a.m.: Museum of Science presents: Super Cold Science The Museum of Science comes to the library... Don't miss this Super COOL program! REGISTER June 15 - June 29 Knit-Wits: Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. July 1 - July 29 Ages: Entering 2nd - 5th grade in Fall 2009, Middle-school, High-school. Knitters at all skill levels (including beginner) are welcome! This group will create projects for themselves, others, and a good cause (the NHSPCA). Bring your own needles & supplies or use ours. Reading Education Assistance Dogs®: Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.-12:25 p.m. June 30 - August 18, Hannah or Maizie Click here for more information about the READ program. Parents/caregivers need to attend this program with their child and SIGN UP for a time slot in the children's room. *NOTE*: NO READ dogs on 7/21 and 7/28 Reading Buddies: Tuesdays, 2 p.m.-3 p.m. June 30 - August 11 Younger children (toddlers through elementary grades) will be paired up with older children (upper elementary, middle-schoolers and high-schoolers) to read together, do simple crafts, and play games. Refreshments will be served. Please alert us to any allergies. Parents/caregivers need to remain in the library during this program and SIGN UP for a time slot in the children's room.