Children's Programs
While registration isn't required for most programs, we encourage all patrons to contact the Children and Youth Division librarians to ask questions or register for programs at 203-574-8213 or email bronsonkids@waterburyct.org.
Large groups are asked to register at least one week in advance.
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50th Annual Poetry Contest
Submissions Open: February 1, 2025
Submissions Close: March 30, 2025
All Waterbury students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 are invited to participate in our Poetry Contest. Students must use one of the themes listed below when composing their poems. All poems must be the original work of the student. One poem per child.
Themes:
1. Your favorite color
2. Your favorite memory
3. Where do you see yourself or the world in 50 years?
Click here for a copy of the instructions and rules for the contest.
Click here for a copy of the Registration Form.
Winner of the poetry contest will be invited to the awards ceremony which will be held at the library on April 30.
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Weekly Programs
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Babies & Books
Tuesdays, 10 a.m.
Picture Book Room
Enjoy lullabies, nursery rhymes, and finger plays. Works best with one child per adult. For children age 24 months and under.
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Wonderful Wednesday Stories
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.
Children's Room
Come listen to wonderful stories that will transport you to far away places. For ages 2-5.
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Coding Club
Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.
Computer Classroom
Have fun learning to code with one of our librarians.
For ages 6-11. Younger children may need adult assistance.
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Little Movers Story Time
Thursdays, 10 a.m.
Picture Book Room
Join us for a story time with music, dance, nursery rhymes, and fables. For ages 2 - 4.
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Pajama Story Time with Miss Julie
Thursdays, 5 p.m.
Children's Room
Come wear your PJ's and your dancing shoes if you so choose. We’ll have stories, music, and dancing for children ages 3-5.
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Monthly Programs
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Where in the Library is Silas the Cat?
Wednesdays, March 19, April 16, May 14, all day
KidZone
Use clues provided by our librarians to find where Silas the Cat, our stuffed animal, is hiding. When you find him, take a photo to show the librarian and win a prize! For ages 2+
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Saturday Morning Movie
Saturdays, March 1, April 5, May 3, 11 a.m.
Children's Room
Bring the kids to the library for a fun movie.
March 1: The Wild Robot
April 5: Migration
May 3: Inside Out 2
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March
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St. Patrick's Day Craft
Monday, March 17, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Children's Room
Celebrate the legend of St. Patrick with a DIY craft, glamorize your lucky clover leaf and more. For ages 3-10.
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Beadie Critter Craft Night
Tuesday, March 25, 5 p.m.
Children's Room
Make beadie critters using beads, yarn, and other supplies. For ages 6-11.
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Pages with Pops
Saturday, March 29, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Children's Room
If you’re a father or a father-figure, bring the kids to the library for interactive stories, fun literacy games, and free book giveaways.
Pages with Pops is a community-driven literacy event designed to engage fathers in supporting their children’s reading journeys. Pages with Pops aims to foster stronger relationships between fathers and their children through the power of books. Sponsored by United Way of Greater Waterbury.
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April
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Quantum Code Crunchers
Monday, April 14, 3:30 p.m.
Children's Room
Celebrate World Quantum Day with a fun activity using NASA’s encrypted code puzzles based on quantum physics. For ages 8-12.
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A Bell for Maury's Bicycle
Wednesday, April 16, 3:30 p.m.
Children's Room
Celebrate Money Smart Week with author David Sharp and illustrator Franklin Silva, creators of A Bell for Maury’s Bicycle, an award-winning book on financial literacy for children. For ages 3-8.
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Be Money Smart
Thursday, April 17, 6 p.m.
Children's Room
We’ll use games and fun activities to learn about banking, saving money, and investing for the future. Presented by Webster Bank. For ages 4-12.
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Earth Day Crafts
Tuesday, April 22, 5 p.m.
Children's Room
Celebrate Earth Day with special craft activities and coloring pages. For ages 5+
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