Hello, Williamsburg!
This month is full of exciting programs for all ages! We hope to see you at the library soon!
Up-t0-date information is always available on our website (www.meekins-library.org), and our printable April calendar, which includes events for adults as well as children, is available now.
Storytime with Rochelle
Tuesdays 10:30 - 11 am
Join Rochelle for fingerplays, songs, picture books, and circle games for preschoolers and their caregivers.
Recommended for ages 0-5.
LEGO / Stop Motion Club
Saturday, April 1st, 10:30 am - Noon
Drop in on Saturday morning to build with LEGO and/or try your hand at making a LEGO Stop Motion Video! Lego, tips, and support will be provided, but movie-makers will need to bring their own devices.
All are welcome. Children aged 5 and under should be accompanied by an adult.
Jr. Graphic Novel Book Club (for 1st - 3rd graders)
Monday, April 3rd, 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Check out and read our next selection, Bake Sale by Sara Varon, then join us to discuss the book. Copies of the book are available to pick up at the front desk. Email Naomi at kmit@cwmars.org for more information or to register.
Registration Required. For grades 1 - 3.
Science of Simple Machines
Saturday, April 8th, 10 - 11 am
Learn about and build simple machines using inclined planes, pulleys, etc.
Recommended for ages 7 - 12.
D.E.A.R. Day
Wednesday, April 12th, 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Celebrate Beverly Cleary's birthday: Drop Everything And Read! Stop by the Meekins Patio after school for stories and literary-themed snacks.
All ages are welcome.
Teen Advisory Board
Wednesday, April 12th, 6 - 7 pm.
Help plan the library programs and materials that you want most! Also, talk books, play games, and eat snacks. Email kmit@cwmars.com to RSVP.
For teens and almost-teens ages 11 & up.
Teen Night: Hide & Seek & International Taste Test
Friday, April 14th, 6 - 8 pm
Play Hide & Seek in the library after closing time! Taste test a variety of snacks from around the world! Have fun with your friends!
For ages 11 & up.
Yarnspinners and Junior Yarnspinners
Sunday, April 16th, 3:30 - 5 pm
Knit, crochet, and chat. Children interested in needlework are encouraged to attend this monthly program for experience, instruction, and inspiration.
For Needleworkers of All Ages.
Summer Promo
Tuesday, April 18th, 2 - 4 pm
Summer is right around the corner! Help Naomi create an exciting promotional video and other materials for our 2023 Summer Reading Program!
All are invited, ages 0 - 100+.
Board Games: Cooperative
Saturday, April 22nd, 10 am - Noon
Games on offer will include: Forbidden Island, Pandemic, Magic Maze, Just One, and more.
Players of all ages (3-103) are welcome.
Sr. Graphic Novel Book Club (Grades 4 - 6)
Monday, April 24th, 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Check out and read our next selection, Science Comics: The Brain by Tory Woollcott, then join us to discuss the book. Copies of the book are available to pick up at the front desk. Email Naomi at kmit@cwmars.org for more information or to register.
For grades 4-6. Registration Required.
Registration Required:
Dungeons & Dragons - REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Saturday afternoons (email for more info)
Players in grades 4 and up are invited to join an ongoing campaign! Some familiarity with Dungeons & Dragons is recommended.
Email Naomi at kmit@cwmars.org for more information or to register.
Registration is required. For grades 4 and up.
