This summer, Stone Library is buzzing with exciting events designed to spark creativity and provide endless fun for children of all ages.
Alongside the “Marvellous Makers” Summer Reading Challenge, the library is hosting a number of activities that will keep young minds active and entertained. Here’s a roundup of what you can look forward to:
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Lego Extravaganza
- When: Every Saturday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Details: Let your imagination run wild with Lego. Build anything you can dream up!
- Age: 5+ (Adult supervision advised)
- Cost: Free
- Booking: Drop-in session
Song & Story Time with Joy
- When: Thursday 25th July, 1st August, 15th August, and 22nd August, 11:00 AM
- Details: Enjoy singing songs and reading stories with Joy.
- Age: Any
- Cost: Free
- Booking: No need to book
Make a Spongey Water Bomb
- When: Monday 22nd July, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Details: Create your own water bomb using coloured sponges. Perfect for summer fun at home or in the park!
- Age: Any
- Cost: 50p per child
- Booking: Drop-in session
Unicorn and Dinosaur Foil Art
- When: Friday 26th July, 11:00 AM
- Details: Craft unique foil art featuring unicorns and dinosaurs.
- Age: Any
- Cost: £1.00 per child
- Booking: Essential (Call 01785 895585 or visit the library)
Make Your Own Bug Hotel
- When: Monday 29th July, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Details: Construct a bug hotel from recycled materials to take home.
- Age: Any
- Cost: Free
- Booking: Drop-in session
Suncatcher Creations
- When: Friday 2nd August, 11:00 AM
- Details: Colour a sun catcher to display in your window.
- Age: Any
- Cost: £1.00 per child
- Booking: Essential
Make a Book
- When: Friday 9th August, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Details: Create a folded book to write your own stories or non-fiction facts.
- Age: Any
- Cost: 50p per child
- Booking: Drop-in session
Slime Making
- When: Monday 12th August, 10:30 AM
- Details: Make your own slime to take home.
- Age: Any
- Cost: £1.00 per child
- Booking: Essential
Meet the Maker: Sarah Grateley
- When: Wednesday 14th August, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Details: Meet illustrator Sarah Grateley and learn about her work. Create your own story pictures.
- Age: 5-12
- Cost: Free
- Booking: Essential
Make a Mask
- When: Friday 16th August, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Details: Craft a mask of an animal or story character. Bring your rat mask to the next “Sing With Joy” session!
- Age: Any
- Cost: 50p per child
- Booking: Drop-in session
Decorate a Bird Box
- When: Monday 19th August, 11:00 AM
- Details: Paint and decorate a wooden bird house to keep your feathered friends warm over winter.
- Age: Any
- Cost: £2.00 per child
- Booking: Essential
Don’t miss out on this summer’s fantastic activities at Stone Library! Call 01785 895585 or pop into the library to book your spot for the events requiring registration.
