January 2014 Happenings at the Otranto Children's Departmet

Happy New Year!!! We hope that 2014 brings lots of wonderful things your way.  Speaking of wonderful things, we are offering some wonderful programs for the month of January.  We look forward to seeing you here.  As always, if you have any questions, please call us at 843-572-4094. 

 
January 2014 Children's Programs

Storytimes
 
Wee Reads
Mondays, January 6, 13 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-23 months with adult
Age appropriate stories, flannel board and finger plays.
 
Babygarten
Monday, January 27 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-18 months with adult
Babygarten is a class designed for infants and their caregivers where they will share nursery rhymes, songs and books in a language rich environment.
 
Time for Twos
Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10:30 a.m.
for 2 year olds with adult  

Child must be 2 by start date

Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.
 
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22, 29 at 10:30 a.m.
Child must be 3 by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.
 
Preschool Specials
 
Thursday, January 16 at 10:30 a.m.
Winnie the Pooh Day
Join all your friends in the 100 Acre Wood as we celebrate the birthday of Winnie the Pooh author, A.A. Milne, with stories, songs, games and a terrific craft.
 
School Age Specials
 
Wednesday, January 8 at 4:00 p.m.
PAL:  Snowman
Stop in and make a cool snowman craft.
 
Wednesday – Saturday, January 15-18 in Children’s Department
PAL: Martin Luther King, Jr. Scavenger Hunt
Are you an expert on all things related to Martin Luther King, Jr. and his legacy?  Would you want to learn more about him and win a prize?  Test your knowledge with our Martin Luther King, Jr. Scavenger Hunt. 

Wednesday, January 22 at 4:00 p.m.
Go for the Gold!
Can’t go to the 2014 Olympics?  Don’t fret because we have some exciting games sure to bring out the Olympian in everyone.
 
Wednesday, January 29 at 2:00 p.m.
PAL:  Dragon Flyer Craft
Stop by to create your very own dragon just in time for Chinese New Year!
 
Saturday Programs
 
Saturday, January 11 at 11:00 a.m.
PLAY:  DIY Arts and Crafts with Miss Grace
Being crafty and creative is easier than you think.
 
Saturday, January 18 at 11:00 a.m.
MOVIE:  Walt Disney’s Planes
Dusty, a plane that is afraid of heights dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. He’s not exactly built for racing but receives help from a willing friend.
Rated: PG; 92 Minutes

December 2013 Happenings at the Otranto Library


Hello all,

Put on your warmest jacket and stop by the Otranto Road Regional Library this month to celebrate the holiday season with us!  Below are our programs for the month of December. 

 Children’s December 2013 Programs

 
Weekly Storytimes
 
Wee Reads
Mondays, December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-23 months with adult
 Age appropriate stories, flannel board and finger plays.

Time for Twos
Tuesdays, December 3, 10, 17, 31 at 10:30 a.m.
for 2 year olds with adult  
Child must be 2 by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.

Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, December 4, 11, 18 at 10:30 a.m.
Child must be 3 by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.
 
 
Preschool Specials

Thursday, December 19 at 10:30 a.m.
The Twelve Days of Christmas
Take part in this seasonal program of stories, singing, music and more.

 
School Age Specials

Wednesday, December 4 at 4:00 p.m.
PAL:  Make It & Take It
Start your holiday off with these Christmas crafts.
 
Wednesday, December 11 at 4:00 p.m.
STEM Program:  Gingerbread Houses
What is the best way to build a gingerbread house?  Join us to find out.

Wednesday, December 18 at 4:00 p.m.
Holiday Magic with Houdini II
Join us for some holiday fun as we enjoy magic and music during this high energy, interactive show. 

 
Saturday Programs

Saturday, December 7 at 11:00 a.m.
MOVIE:  Santa PAWS 2: The Santa Pups
These heartwarming Santa Pups are back as they race to save Christmas around the world along with the help of Mrs. Claus.   Rated G; 88 minutes
 
Saturday, December 14 at 11:00 a.m.
PLAY:  DIY Arts and Crafts with Miss Grace
Being crafty and creative is easier than you think.
 
Saturday, December 21 at 11:00 a.m.
PLAY:  Wreaths and Ornaments
Haven’t finished decorating for Christmas? Stop by to enjoy a cup of punch and make a holiday wreath or ornament to decorate your room. 

 

 

November 2013 Happenings at Otranto!

Hello one and all!  November is finally here and with it...falling leaves, apples, pumpkins, cooler weather and wonderful programs at your local library.  Below are the Children's Department offerings for November 2013.  You can also find these programs in the CCPL Calendar Events at all CCPL locations, on Facebook and online at http://www.ccpl.org. 
 
Children's Programs - November 2013
 

Storytimes

Babygarten

Monday, November 4 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-18 months with adult
Babygarten is a class designed for infants and their caregivers where they will share nursery rhymes, songs and books in a language rich environment.
 
Wee Reads
Mondays, November 18, 25 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-23 months with adult
Age appropriate stories, flannel board and finger plays.
 
Time for Twos
Tuesdays, November 5, 12, 19, 26 at 10:30 a.m.
for 2 year olds with adult  
*Child must be 2 by start date
 Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.
 
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, November  6, 13, 20, 27 at 10:30 a.m.
*Child must be 3 by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays
 
Preschool Specials
 
Thursday, November 21 at 10:30 a.m.
T is for Turkey
Join us for a fun filled storytime filled with songs, games and crafts to celebrate Thanksgiving. 
 
School Age Specials
 
Wednesday, November 13 at 4:00 p.m.
PAL:  Paper Weaving  
Add some color to your table by making a Thanksgiving placemat.

Wednesday, November 20 at 4:00 p.m.
STEM Program:  Straw, Sticks and Bricks
The three little pigs may have made their houses out of straw, sticks and bricks, but we’ll be using wacky items to make ours. 
 
Saturday Programs
 
Saturday, November 9 at 11:00 a.m.
DIY Arts and Crafts with Miss Grace
Being crafty and creative is easier than you think.
 
Saturday, November 23 at 11:00 a.m.
Tellabration --featuring storyteller, Tim Lowry
"SEVEN! World Folk Tales" - Stories of kids, cows, monkeys, mice, bears and birds.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

October 2013 Happenings at Otranto!

Hi all,
Fall is finally here.  Get ready for falling leaves, pumpkins and wonderful programs at the Otranto Road Regional Library! 

Below are the programs for October 2013. 

 

Children’s October 2013 Programs

  

STORYTIMES
 
Babygarten
Mondays, October 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-18 months with adult
Babygarten is a class designed for infants and their caregivers where they will share nursery rhymes, songs and books in a language rich environment.
 
Time for Twos
Tuesdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 10:30 a.m.
for 2 year olds with adult  

Child must be 2 by start date

Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.
 
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 10:30 a.m.
Child must be 3 by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.
 
Preschool Zone
Mondays, October 7, 14, 21, 28 at 11:30 a.m.
Child must be 3 by start date
Join us for an early literacy program based on Good Start, Grow Smart: South Carolina Early Learning Standards.
 
PRESCHOOL SPECIALS
 
Thursday, October 3 at 10:30 a.m.
Jumpstart’s Read for the Record: “Otis” by Loren Long  
This year’s book will capture kids’ attention as well as teach an important lesson on helping others.  
 
Thursday, October 24 at 10:30 a.m.
Fall Harvest Festival   
Celebrate the season of change with stories, songs and a craft.
 
SCHOOL AGE SPECIALS
 
Wednesday, October 16 at 4:00 p.m.
STEM Program: Slime Time
Don’t wear your favorite clothes to the library today. We’re making slime!
  
Wednesday, October 30 at 4:00 p.m.
Spooktacular Science   
Join us in our mad science lab as we conduct spooky science experiments sure to give you a fright!     
  
Thursday, October 31 (all day)  
PAL: Create Your Own Halloween Mask  
Don’t have a Halloween costume yet? Stop by the Children’s Department to create your own mask…just in time for Halloween.    
 
FAMILY PROGRAMS
 
Wednesday, October 9 at 4:00 p.m.
Family Fire Safety Program with Bianca Sancic
October is Fire Prevention Month. Bring the entire family to learn ways to improve safety at home, school or work from a fire.
 
Saturday, October 12 at 11:00 a.m.
DIY Arts and Crafts with Miss Grace
Being crafty and creative is easier than you think.
 
You can also find the October Calendar of Events at all CCPL locations and online at http://www.ccpl.org.   
 
We look forward to seeing you at Otranto this month. 
 

September 2013 Happenings at the Otranto Children's Department

Summer is almost over, but that doesn't mean we can't still have fun.  We have a lot of fun and exciting programs to offer for the month of September at Otranto!    Don't forget Babygarten and Preschool Zone will return in September.   

STORYTIMES

Wee Reads
Mondays, September 16, 23 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-23 months with adult
Age appropriate stories, flannel board and finger plays.

Babygarten
Mondays, September 30 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-18 months with adult
Babygarten is a class designed for infants and their caregivers where they will share nursery rhymes, songs and books in a language rich environment.

Time for Twos
Tuesdays, September 17, 24 at 10:30 a.m.
for 2 year olds with adult  
Child must be 2 by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.

Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, September 18, 25 at 10:30 a.m.
Child must be 3 by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.

Preschool Zone Storytime
Mondays, September 16, 23, 30 at 11:30 a.m.
Child must be 3 by start date
Join us for an early literacy program based on Good Start, Grow Smart: South Carolina Early Learning Standards.

Preschool Specials

Thursday, September 5 at 10:30 a.m.
Hooray for Grandparents Day!  
Kids and their grandparents are welcome for a special, including songs and a take home craft.

Wednesday, September 18 at 10:30 a.m.
Library Card Sign Up Month Skit   
An informative skit to remind parents and children that a library card is the most important school supply of all.

Thursday, September 19 at 10:30 a.m.
Fun with Dora and Diego!  
Hola! Come have adventures with Dora the Explorer and her cousin Diego as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.    
 
School Age Specials

Wednesday, September 11 at 4:00 p.m.
Lowe’s Build & Grow
Bring out your inner handyman skills and create a wonderful take home craft courtesy of your local Lowe’s store.

Wednesday, September 18 at 4:00 p.m.
STEM Program: Sweet Science: Ice Cream in a Bag
Curious about how ice cream is made? Join us as we explore the chemistry behind ice cream and make a delicious homemade version.  

Wednesday, September 25 at 4:00 p.m.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Crafts  
Join us as we make Hispanic crafts that kids can take home and share.      

Saturday, September 28 at 11:00 a.m.
MOVIE: Brave  
Merida, a skilled archer and headstrong daughter of King Fergus is determined to carve her own path in life. Her actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom.
Rated PG; 100 Minutes.

 

 

 

 

 

 
It’s August!  Fall is just around the corner and summer Reading is winding down.  If you have not already turned in your Dig into Reading logs and Dig into Reading for Babies forms, you have until Saturday, August 10th (the last day of summer reading) to do so.    

Even though this year's summer reading program is almost over, don’t fret!  The Otranto Road Regional Library Children’s Department has several cool programs to educate and entertain during the dog days of summer. 

 

Children’s August 2013 Programs


Weekly Storytimes:

Babygarten
Mondays, August 5, 12, 19, 26 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-18 months with adult
Babygarten is a class designed for infants and their caregivers where they will share nursery rhymes, songs and books in a language rich environment.

Time for Twos
Tuesdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 at 10:30 a.m.
for 2 year olds with adult  
Child must be 2 by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.

Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10:30 a.m.
Child must be 3 by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.

Preschool Special:
 
Thursday, August 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Shake the Parachute!
Move and groove with us as we use our parachute for loads of fun activities! 

School Age and Family Programs:

Saturday, August 10 at 11 a.m.
PLAY: Ms. Grace DIY Arts and Crafts
Ms. Grace returns with her array of arts and crafts for kids to make and take. 

Wednesday, August 14 at 4 p.m.
PAL: Make It…Fly It!
Stop in to make a paper airplane.

Wednesday, August 28 at 4 p.m.
“Bubble, Bubble, Toil & Trouble: Rediscover Harry Potter”
Join us as we uncover 15 years of Harry Potter and his Fantasyland.

As always, if you have any questions contact us at 843-572-4094.
We look forward to seeing you at Otranto! 

P.S.:  Don’t forget that the “Celebrate Summer Reading with the Riverdogs” game is Sunday, August 11th beginning at 5:05 PM.

July Happenings at Otranto!


Summer Reading is well underway.  If you have not signed your child up for the Summer Reading program at CCPL, you still have time.  Summer Reading ends August 10th.   Below are our programs and activities for July 2013. 

WEEKLY STORYTIMES
WEE READS
(under 24 months with adult)
These storytimes are designed to introduce babies to books and language with finger plays, rhymes, music and toy sharing to enhance pre-reading skills
Mondays, July 1, 8, and 15 at 10:30 a.m.
BABYGARTEN
(under 18 months with adult)*
A one-hour class that creates a language rich environment through promoting pre-literacy skills through singing, rhyming, unison reading and finger plays. Each Babygarten session runs for six weeks.
Mondays, July 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m.

TIME FOR TWOS
(ages 24 – 36 months with adult)
Toddlers enjoy picture books, flannel board fun, sing-a-longs, poetry and simple activities to encourage language skills.
Tuesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 at 10:30 a.m.

 PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
(ages 3 – 6 with adult)
These interactive activities expose children to books, stories, poetry, music and crafts ideal for reinforcing early literacy skills.
Wednesdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 at 10:30 a.m.
 
SUMMER READING PROGRAMS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3 AT 3 P.M.
Movie Program
The Odd Life of Timothy Green (Rated PG; 105 minutes)
 
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 AT 4 P.M.
The Great Fettucini
Experience an interactive juggling performance with lots of laughs.
 
SATURDAY, JULY 13 AT 11A.M.
PLAY: DIY Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace
Being crafty and creative is easier than you think.
 
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 AT 4 P.M.
Reader’s Theatre: Two Old Potatoes and Me
Join us for an entertaining mix of storytelling and audience participation.
 
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 AT 4 P.M.
Hurricane Basics and How to Stay Safe
Presented by Ron Morales and Julie Packett with the local National Weather Service.
 
WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 AT 4 P.M.
Summer Reading FINALE: Houdini II
Enjoy magic, music and lots of laughs during this high energy, interactive show.

 
Don’t forget we raffle off prizes during our Wednesday programs!  If you have any questions, please contact us at 843-572-4094.

June Happenings at Otranto!


Summer Reading begins Saturday, June 1st!  This year’s theme is “Dig into Reading” and we are very excited to offer programming and events to keep your children interested in reading over the summer months.  If you have not done so already, please pick up a copy of the Summer Reading Guide (available at any CCPL location).  It is also available online at: http://www.ccpl.org.   Also, check out the Summer Reading page on this blog for up to date information about "Dig into Reading."

There you can find the rules for both the “Dig into Reading” and “Dig into Reading for Babies” programs as well a recommended reading list, downloadable summer reading logs, and descriptions of all the summer reading prizes. 

Below are the programs offered in June at Otranto.  Drawings will be held at the summer reading programs for our weekly prizes from local sponsors!  We look forward to seeing you at Otranto!  As always, if you have any questions, please contact us at 843-572-4094.

WEEKLY STORYTIMES
Wee Reads
(For 0-23 months with adult)
MONDAY June 3, 10, 17, and 24 at 10:30 A.M.
 
 Time for Twos
(For 2 year olds with adult)
TUESDAY June 4, 11, 18, and 25 at 10:30 A.M.
 
Preschool Storytime
(Child must be three by start date)
WEDNESDAY June 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 10:30 A.M.
 
 
SUMMER READING PROGRAMS
 
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5 AT 4 P.M.
Porkchop Productions: The Three Goats Gruff
A kickoff event featuring live theater with audience participation.
 
SATURDAY, JUNE 8 AT 11 A.M.
PLAY: DIY Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace
Being crafty and creative is easier than you think.
 
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 AT 4 P.M.
Sing with Farmer Jason
Enjoy music by this Emmy award-winning children’s entertainer.
 
 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19 AT 4 P.M.
The Energetic Storyteller, Cathi Cooper Mack
Warm-up exercises, stories, games and plenty of audience participation.
 
 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26 AT 4 P.M.
The Kazoobie Kazoo Show
Join Rick Hubbard and celebrate reading with music, comedy and fun. Free kazoos.

Summer Reading 2013

Summer Reading begins Saturday, June 1st and this year's theme is
DIG INTO READING! 
Registration will begin soon. 

 
If you have not done so already, stop by any CCPL location to pick up the 2013 Summer Reading guide, which lists all children's programming for the county during the summer reading season. 

May 2013 Happenings at the Otranto Road Regional Library

Good morning everyone,
It may be a drizzly April morning, but May is just around the corner.  If you are looking for something to do while waiting for those May flowers to bloom, stop by the Otranto Road Regional Children's Department to participate in a program or two (or all)!   
 
 
MAY 2013 PROGRAMS
 
Weekly Storytimes
Babygarten
Mondays, May 6 at 10:30 a.m.
For 0-18 months with adult
Babygarten is a class designed for infants and their caregivers where they will share nursery rhymes, songs and books in a language rich environment.  
 
Wee Reads
Mondays, May 13 at 10:30 a.m. (Library closed May 27)
For 0-23 months with adult
Age appropriate stories, flannel board and finger plays. 
 
Time for Twos
Tuesdays, May 7, 14 at 10:30 a.m.
for two year olds with adult  
Child must be two by start date
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.
 
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, May 1, 8, 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Child must be three by start date 
Age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays.
 
Preschool Zone
Tuesdays, May 7, 14 at 3:00 p.m.
Child must be three by start date
Join us for an early literacy program based on Good Start, Grow Smart: South Carolina Early Learning Standards.
 
PRESCHOOL SPECIALS
 
Thursday, May 16 at 10:30 a.m.
Puppet Show: “SR – Dig Into Reading!”   
Join California Jones and her underground friends on their quest to “dig up” treasure as they participate in the Summer Reading Program.
 
SCHOOL AGE SPECIALS
 
Wednesday, May 8 at 4:00 p.m.
Pirate Tales for Children & Families - Charleston’s Golden Age of Piracy
Eric Lavender of Charleston Pirate Tours, along with his parrot, Captain Bob, will present a bevy of pirate tales and interactive fun. This lively after school program includes telling of local pirate lore, ghost stories, an overview of Charleston’s pirate history, as well as balloon art, photos with Bob, and a little education on exotic birds. Come explore how piracy impacted Charles Towne with this dynamic duo!  (Sponsored by the North Charleston Arts Festival)

Wednesday, May 22 at 4:00 p.m.
MOVIE: James and the Giant Peach
A young boy's discovery of a gigantic peach triggers an eventful journey with a new family of magically overgrown insects—a ladybug, a spider, a grasshopper, a glowworm, a silkworm, and the chronic complainer, a centipede with a hundred gorgeous shoes.
Rated: PG 79 minutes
 
SATURDAY PROGRAMS

Saturday, May 11 at 1 p.m.
World Music for Children & Families – Citizens of the World
Seona McDowell, two time winner of Australia’s OZ Music Award for best female folk singer, will delight audiences with her wide repertoire of traditional and contemporary tunes from around the world played on guitar and autoharp. This lively program celebrates the similarities and differences of people and cultures across the globe through songs and stories and teaches us how to be good world citizens. Performance is perfectly suited for grades PreK-8.   (Sponsored by the North Charleston Arts Festival)
 
If you have any questions, please call us at 843-572-4094. 
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