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Celebrate El Salvador’s Feast of the Savior of the World with El Salvadorian treats called Pupusas, and traditional games and dances... More… Celebrate El Salvador’s Feast of the Savior of the World with El Salvadorian treats called Pupusas, and traditional games and dances from El Salvador. A special prize will be raffled at the end of the program. Less…

Celebrate the festival of San Juan Bautista and Father’s Day as celebrated in Puerto Rico with delicious Puerto Rican empanadas and... More… Celebrate the festival of San Juan Bautista and Father’s Day as celebrated in Puerto Rico with delicious Puerto Rican empanadas and listen to a special musical performance that will introduce Puerto Rico’s musical culture. At the end of the program, children will create their own bilingual Father’s Day cards. Less…

The Norwalk Public Library System in partnership with Norwalk Community College’s regional series of events and exhibitions focusing on... More… The Norwalk Public Library System in partnership with Norwalk Community College’s regional series of events and exhibitions focusing on Lincoln, the Constitution, and the Civil War, will host a book discussion for children at its Stew Leonard III Children’s Library of the South Norwalk Branch Library. The book discussion will take place, 4:00 - 5:00 pm, Monday, January 28, 2013 and will feature Civil War on Sunday from the ”Magic Tree House” series by Mary Pope Osborne. The book discussion will introduce children to the life and times of the Civil War and may involve dressing up and acting out for the time period. The book should be read prior to attending the discussion, which will also include crafts, activities based on the characters' lives, and some read aloud. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Less…

Preschool and elementary school children are invited to a weekly afterschool arts and crafts program, with a new twist. Children will,... More… Preschool and elementary school children are invited to a weekly afterschool arts and crafts program, with a new twist. Children will, first, enjoy a short film based on a book and then create artwork based on the film. Films run approximately 10 minutes and range from classic fairytales /folktales and classic picture books to current favorites. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Less…

Dig into Reading with Danny Magic at the South Norwalk Branch Library on June 15th at 11:00 a.m. Children of all ages will enjoy the... More… Dig into Reading with Danny Magic at the South Norwalk Branch Library on June 15th at 11:00 a.m. Children of all ages will enjoy the hysterically funny magic show as they try to predict what will happen next in magical stories. This show, which includes music, audience participation, and a live bunny rabbit, is for kids and for adults who want to be kids again! Registration is required. Registration is available online or by calling 203 899-2790 x15903.Less…

Celebrate Spain's Running of the Bulls also known as the San Fermin Festival with the Master Story Performer™, Leeny Del Seamonds. ... More… Celebrate Spain's Running of the Bulls also known as the San Fermin Festival with the Master Story Performer™, Leeny Del Seamonds. Leeny will perform several of her award-winning stories and story-songs all of which include audience participation. She encourages listeners to rejoice in human and cultural diversity with her Latin/Cuban-American sense of humor and love of performing. This program is sponsored by Connecticut Humanities Council.Less…

Family Program for Children Ages 5 and Up

Children age 3-5 are invited to make music at the South Norwalk Branch Library! Each weekly session will include singing, dancing,... More… Children age 3-5 are invited to make music at the South Norwalk Branch Library! Each weekly session will include singing, dancing, musical stories, and jamming with musical instruments. Children will learn basic musical concepts like rhythm, pitch, and tempo, while participating in fun, hands-on games and activities. This event is free and open to the public. The program is limited to 15 participants and registration is required.Less…

The South Norwalk Branch Library will end its summer reading program with an awards ceremony for children who complete the Dig Into... More… The South Norwalk Branch Library will end its summer reading program with an awards ceremony for children who complete the Dig Into Reading program. The awards ceremony will include refreshments and face painting with Holly Osuch from Hollydays Creations Face and Body Art. Registration is required. Registration is available online or by calling 203 899-2790 x15903. Less…

From the brilliant, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, Donald Margulies, Times Stands Still examines the challenges that face two... More… From the brilliant, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, Donald Margulies, Times Stands Still examines the challenges that face two wartime correspondents: Sarah, a recently injured photojournalist and her overprotective partner, James, a floundering, freelance writer. James wants to settle down and resume some sense of normalcy while Sarah is torn between the stagnancy of healing, a lingering sense of guilt, and James' persistent, emotional needs. Walking into the middle of this battle are Sarah’s photo editor and former lover, Richard, and his young, new girlfriend, Mandy, whose shallow, provincial nature stands in stark contrast to Sarah’s war-scarred street savvy. This charming, comic, and thought-provoking play is directed by Larry Schneider. Less…