Category Archives: Child Event

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Take Your Child to the Library Day (TYCLD) is an international initiative that encourages families everywhere to take their children to their local library. Launched in 2011 in Connecticut by librarians Nadine Lipman (Waterford Public Library, retired) and Caitlin Augusta (Stratford Library) with artist Nancy Elizabeth Wallace, TYCLD raises community awareness about the importance of the library in the life of a child, and promotes library services and programs for children and families.

Join the Rowayton Library in celebrating the 14th anniversary of this day on Saturday, February 1st, 2025! Stop by the Rowayton Library and Rowayton Community Center with your child or children to enjoy fun activities, story times with our trustees, featured book displays, snacks, and lots more library fun!

No registration required!

Toddler Time: Sleepy Snowy Owls

Did you know that snowy owls can stay comfy and cozy in the Arctic even when the temperature is well below zero? That’s because they have so many thick feathers to keep them warm! Children ages 2 to 6 and their caregivers are invited to join us as we make our own snowy owls by sponge painting on construction paper. Glue and paint will be used so dress for mess!

Register here!

Magic: The Gathering

You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Interested in traversing different planes of existence? Or battling your friends with powerful creatures and spectacular spells? Then this group is for you! Players in grades 5 and up are invited to join us for commander games of Magic: The Gathering. Compete with friends, meet new opponents, or learn how to play! We will provide playing cards and dice but you’re welcome to bring your own, too!

Register here!

New Photo Release Policy effective February 1, 2019. See here for details.

Magic: The Gathering

You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Interested in traversing different planes of existence? Or battling your friends with powerful creatures and spectacular spells? Then this group is for you! Players in grades 5 and up are invited to join us for commander games of Magic: The Gathering. Compete with friends, meet new opponents, or learn how to play! We will provide playing cards and dice but you’re welcome to bring your own, too!

Register here!

New Photo Release Policy effective February 1, 2019. See here for details.

Kids Tech: Minecraft Mania

Kids in grades 2 and up are invited to visit the library to try out new mods and engage in some serious Minecraft.

Space is limited so please register here.

As this program is in in high demand and fills up very quickly every month, Rowayton Library would like to share the opportunity to join our sessions from home! Hop on to our Minecraft Java Server at 192.99.35.12:2059. This will save your activity in the game with us and our participants, whether we’re in a session at the library or not, and save you the hassle of having to make a server yourself!

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Animal Embassy: Preparing for Winter

Children in grade K through 5 are invited to join us as we welcome back Animal Embassy to take us on a journey around the globe with incredible live Animal Ambassadors. We’ll meet Animal Ambassadors representing diverse habitats! Animals prepare for winter in a variety of ways. Some animals migrate, some get new fur coats, some hibernate and some store food to last through the winter. We will explore the ways in which different animals prepare for the challenges of the winter season while meeting Animal Ambassadors such as a Rabbit, a Ferret, an African Bullfrog, and an Axolotl. Animal Embassy enables children of all ages to connect with the natural world with this unforgettable, interactive live animal presentation!

As this program is brought to us by an outside organization, we cannot exceed a specific maximum headcount capacity. As such, we ask that every child who wishes to attend be registered individually so that we may ensure that we do not exceed capacity.

Register here!

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from January 14 through February 25
**No session on January 28**

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Roton Middle School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from January 14 through February 25
**No session on January 28**

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Roton Middle School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from January 14 through February 25
**No session on January 28**

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Roton Middle School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from January 14 through February 25
**No session on January 28**

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Roton Middle School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from January 14 through February 25
**No session on January 28**

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Roton Middle School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from January 14 through February 25
**No session on January 28**

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Roton Middle School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Magic: The Gathering

You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Interested in traversing different planes of existence? Or battling your friends with powerful creatures and spectacular spells? Then this group is for you! Players in grades 5 and up are invited to join us for commander games of Magic: The Gathering. Compete with friends, meet new opponents, or learn how to play! We will provide playing cards and dice but you’re welcome to bring your own, too!

Register here!

New Photo Release Policy effective February 1, 2019. See here for details.

Kids Tech: Minecraft Mania

Kids in grades 2 and up are invited to visit the library to try out new mods and engage in some serious Minecraft.

Space is limited so please register here.

As this program is in in high demand and fills up very quickly every month, Rowayton Library would like to share the opportunity to join our sessions from home! Hop on to our Minecraft Java Server at 192.99.35.12:2059. This will save your activity in the game with us and our participants, whether we’re in a session at the library or not, and save you the hassle of having to make a server yourself!

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from November 12 through December 17

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Rowayton Elementary School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from November 12 through December 17

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Rowayton Elementary School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from November 12 through December 17

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Rowayton Elementary School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Tuesdays from November 12 through December 17

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Rowayton Elementary School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Rowayton Elementary School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Knitting for Kids

Kids in Grade 3 and up are invited to join us for this 6-week introductory series with Rowayton Elementary School teacher and knitting enthusiast Alex Kaminski! She’ll cover the basics of knitting (like casting on, basic stitches, and binding off) and help kids start their knitting journey. The needles and yarn are on us!

Register here!

Please note that this is an 6-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Magic: The Gathering

You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Interested in traversing different planes of existence? Or battling your friends with powerful creatures and spectacular spells? Then this group is for you! Players in grades 5 and up are invited to join us for commander games of Magic: The Gathering. Compete with friends, meet new opponents, or learn how to play! We will provide playing cards and dice but you’re welcome to bring your own, too!

Register here!

New Photo Release Policy effective February 1, 2019. See here for details.

Election Day Fun Fest

Kids in grades K through 5 are invited to join us for some or all of the following fun drop-off events that we have planned for Election Day:

12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Games Galore! We’ll have tables with puzzles, card games, crafts, and more.

1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Pizza Lunch/Walk Around Break.

2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Movie Showing of The Garfield Movie (rated PG).

Please register here as space is limited and we want to make sure that we have the needed supplies and food for everyone.

Kids Tech: Minecraft Mania

Kids in grades 2 and up are invited to visit the library to try out new mods and engage in some serious Minecraft.

Space is limited so please register here.

As this program is in in high demand and fills up very quickly every month, Rowayton Library would like to share the opportunity to join our sessions from home! Hop on to our Minecraft Java Server at 192.99.35.12:2059. This will save your activity in the game with us and our participants, whether we’re in a session at the library or not, and save you the hassle of having to make a server yourself!

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Magic: The Gathering

You have been summoned to join The Gathering! Interested in traversing different planes of existence? Or battling your friends with powerful creatures and spectacular spells? Then this group is for you! Players in grades 5 and up are invited to join us for commander games of Magic: The Gathering. Compete with friends, meet new opponents, or learn how to play! We will provide playing cards and dice but you’re welcome to bring your own, too!

Register here!

New Photo Release Policy effective February 1, 2019. See here for details.

Three Artists, Six Hands Art Exhibition

Join us for The Drop Out Gallery’s first exhibition of original art and photographs.

We’ll have live music in the courtyard around 3 p.m. and, if we’re lucky, Cynthia may be bringing down homemade cookies from Vermont! We welcome any other bakers to bring goodies, too, if you’d like but refreshments will  also be served. This exhibition is a fun, kid-friendly event filled with good vibes. You may be so inclined to buy a piece of art so be prepared, and we look forward to seeing you there!

A sneak peek at our featured artists:

Cynthia Rosen is a Vermont, palette knife, oil painter whose stunning work has many collectors. Check out her mind-blowing archive of sold work on her website www.cynthiarosen.com. Wow!

Meighan Morrison is a Connecticut-based abstract painter whose paintings are off the charts original, mesmerizing, and simply everywhere! Find her online at www.mmorrisonart.com or on Instagram @morrisonmeighan.

Kevin Keaney is a San Franciscan mixed-media specialist whose complex and beautiful works are a sight to behold. And own! Visit him on Instagram @kevkeaneyart.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Toddler Time: Puffy Paint Pumpkins

Painting is always fun but we’re taking it to the next level! Using shaving foam and food dye, kids ages 2 to 6 and their caregivers are invited to join us as we create 3D textured paint before coloring and molding it into Puffy Paint Pumpkins! Glue will be used so dress for mess!

Register here!

\New Photo Release Policy effective February 1, 2019. See here for details.

Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop

Tuesdays from September 10 through October 29

Calling all creative writers in grades 3 through 6! Interested in expressing your creativity and imagination through writing? Join us for this Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop series with Roton Middle School teacher Alex Kaminski.

We’ll examine what makes our favorite stories so great, enjoy mini lessons on creative writing tips, play with fun prompts, and share our work with like-minded peers. Whether you dream up tales of talking animals, epic quests, or hidden treasure, this is the place to let your imagination run wild. You’ll be a part of insightful discussions and receive friendly feedback from peers and the teacher.

The workshop will culminate in a writing celebration where we will share our work with our loved ones! Register here to join our creative crew and craft amazing adventures together!

Please note that this is an 8-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop

Tuesdays from September 10 through October 29

Calling all creative writers in grades 3 through 6! Interested in expressing your creativity and imagination through writing? Join us for this Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop series with Roton Middle School teacher Alex Kaminski.

We’ll examine what makes our favorite stories so great, enjoy mini lessons on creative writing tips, play with fun prompts, and share our work with like-minded peers. Whether you dream up tales of talking animals, epic quests, or hidden treasure, this is the place to let your imagination run wild. You’ll be a part of insightful discussions and receive friendly feedback from peers and the teacher.

The workshop will culminate in a writing celebration where we will share our work with our loved ones! Register here to join our creative crew and craft amazing adventures together!

Please note that this is an 8-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop

Tuesdays from September 10 through October 29

Calling all creative writers in grades 3 through 6! Interested in expressing your creativity and imagination through writing? Join us for this Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop series with Roton Middle School teacher Alex Kaminski.

We’ll examine what makes our favorite stories so great, enjoy mini lessons on creative writing tips, play with fun prompts, and share our work with like-minded peers. Whether you dream up tales of talking animals, epic quests, or hidden treasure, this is the place to let your imagination run wild. You’ll be a part of insightful discussions and receive friendly feedback from peers and the teacher.

The workshop will culminate in a writing celebration where we will share our work with our loved ones! Register here to join our creative crew and craft amazing adventures together!

Please note that this is an 8-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop

Tuesdays from September 10 through October 29

Calling all creative writers in grades 3 through 6! Interested in expressing your creativity and imagination through writing? Join us for this Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop series with Roton Middle School teacher Alex Kaminski.

We’ll examine what makes our favorite stories so great, enjoy mini lessons on creative writing tips, play with fun prompts, and share our work with like-minded peers. Whether you dream up tales of talking animals, epic quests, or hidden treasure, this is the place to let your imagination run wild. You’ll be a part of insightful discussions and receive friendly feedback from peers and the teacher.

The workshop will culminate in a writing celebration where we will share our work with our loved ones! Register here to join our creative crew and craft amazing adventures together!

Please note that this is an 8-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop

Tuesdays from September 10 through October 29

Calling all creative writers in grades 3 through 6! Interested in expressing your creativity and imagination through writing? Join us for this Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop series with Roton Middle School teacher Alex Kaminski.

We’ll examine what makes our favorite stories so great, enjoy mini lessons on creative writing tips, play with fun prompts, and share our work with like-minded peers. Whether you dream up tales of talking animals, epic quests, or hidden treasure, this is the place to let your imagination run wild. You’ll be a part of insightful discussions and receive friendly feedback from peers and the teacher.

The workshop will culminate in a writing celebration where we will share our work with our loved ones! Register here to join our creative crew and craft amazing adventures together!

Please note that this is an 8-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop

Tuesdays from September 10 through October 29

Calling all creative writers in grades 3 through 6! Interested in expressing your creativity and imagination through writing? Join us for this Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop series with Roton Middle School teacher Alex Kaminski.

We’ll examine what makes our favorite stories so great, enjoy mini lessons on creative writing tips, play with fun prompts, and share our work with like-minded peers. Whether you dream up tales of talking animals, epic quests, or hidden treasure, this is the place to let your imagination run wild. You’ll be a part of insightful discussions and receive friendly feedback from peers and the teacher.

The workshop will culminate in a writing celebration where we will share our work with our loved ones! Register here to join our creative crew and craft amazing adventures together!

Please note that this is an 8-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop

Tuesdays from September 10 through October 29

Calling all creative writers in grades 3 through 6! Interested in expressing your creativity and imagination through writing? Join us for this Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop series with Roton Middle School teacher Alex Kaminski.

We’ll examine what makes our favorite stories so great, enjoy mini lessons on creative writing tips, play with fun prompts, and share our work with like-minded peers. Whether you dream up tales of talking animals, epic quests, or hidden treasure, this is the place to let your imagination run wild. You’ll be a part of insightful discussions and receive friendly feedback from peers and the teacher.

The workshop will culminate in a writing celebration where we will share our work with our loved ones! Register here to join our creative crew and craft amazing adventures together!

Please note that this is an 8-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop

Tuesdays from September 10 through October 29

Calling all creative writers in grades 3 through 6! Interested in expressing your creativity and imagination through writing? Join us for this Fun with Fiction Writing Workshop series with Roton Middle School teacher Alex Kaminski.

We’ll examine what makes our favorite stories so great, enjoy mini lessons on creative writing tips, play with fun prompts, and share our work with like-minded peers. Whether you dream up tales of talking animals, epic quests, or hidden treasure, this is the place to let your imagination run wild. You’ll be a part of insightful discussions and receive friendly feedback from peers and the teacher.

The workshop will culminate in a writing celebration where we will share our work with our loved ones! Register here to join our creative crew and craft amazing adventures together!

Please note that this is an 8-week series and space is very limited. Please only register if you can commit to the workshop dates.

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Stem Meets STEM: Minecraft Mania

Kids entering grades 2 and up are invited to visit the library to try out new mods and engage in some serious Minecraft.

Space is limited so please register here.

As this program is in in high demand and fills up very quickly every month, Rowayton Library would like to share the opportunity to join our sessions from home! Hop on to our Minecraft Java Server at 192.99.35.12:2059. This will save your activity in the game with us and our participants, whether we’re in a session at the library or not, and save you the hassle of having to make a server yourself!

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Stem Meets STEM: Minecraft Mania

Kids entering grades 2 and up are invited to visit the library to try out new mods and engage in some serious Minecraft.

Space is limited so please register here.

As this program is in in high demand and fills up very quickly every month, Rowayton Library would like to share the opportunity to join our sessions from home! Hop on to our Minecraft Java Server at 192.99.35.12:2059. This will save your activity in the game with us and our participants, whether we’re in a session at the library or not, and save you the hassle of having to make a server yourself!

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Stem Meets STEM: Minecraft Mania

Kids entering grades 2 and up are invited to visit the library to try out new mods and engage in some serious Minecraft.

Space is limited so please register here.

As this program is in in high demand and fills up very quickly every month, Rowayton Library would like to share the opportunity to join our sessions from home! Hop on to our Minecraft Java Server at 192.99.35.12:2059. This will save your activity in the game with us and our participants, whether we’re in a session at the library or not, and save you the hassle of having to make a server yourself!

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.

Toddler Time: The Big Cheese

Kids ages 2 to 6 and their caregivers are invited to join us as we read a Jory John story from The Food Group collection (our inspiration for this year’s summer reading theme!) then do a related craft.

The Big Cheese knows that winning isn’t everything, but trophies are still nice to get! For this week’s booktivity, we’ll read The Big Cheese and then we’ll make our own trophies with paper cups and paint to give to someone who’s winning in our lives!

Register here!

View our Photo Release Policy, effective since February 1, 2019, here.