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Homeschool Hub

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. This week we will learn how technology helps with farming and then make a seeding machine.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. This week we will learn how technology helps with farming and then make a seeding machine.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

"Growing" Worms

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Get ready for a wiggly, wonderful adventure! 🪱Join us to hear fun stories about worms, craft your own colorful worm friend, and watch it "grow" as we explore the amazing science of capillary action.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Get ready for a wiggly, wonderful adventure! 🪱Join us to hear fun stories about worms, craft your own colorful worm friend, and watch it "grow" as we explore the amazing science of capillary action.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Homeschool Hub: Hovercraft

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. This week we will explore energy and hovercrafts.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. This week we will explore energy and hovercrafts.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mother's Day Pampering

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Health & Wellness, Story Times
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults

Treat the special moms in your life to a delightful afternoon!  Join us for a chocolate tasting and tea, while kids (ages 6+) create a heartfelt Mother’s Day craft alongside mom.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Health & Wellness, Story Times
Registration Required
Description:

Treat the special moms in your life to a delightful afternoon!  Join us for a chocolate tasting and tea, while kids (ages 6+) create a heartfelt Mother’s Day craft alongside mom.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:15am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

This session will run 10:00 -10:20am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will run 10:00 -10:20am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens

This session will run 10:20 - 10:40am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will run 10:20 - 10:40am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:00am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens

This session will be from 10:50 - 11:10am.  Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will be from 10:50 - 11:10am.  Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens

This session will run 11:10 - 11:30am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will run 11:10 - 11:30am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Weave Through Time

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Step back in time and discover the art of Colonial Weaving!  Join us and learn how early Americans turned simple fibers into beautiful, functional works of art. Come try your hand at weaving and connect with history in a hands-on way!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Step back in time and discover the art of Colonial Weaving!  Join us and learn how early Americans turned simple fibers into beautiful, functional works of art. Come try your hand at weaving and connect with history in a hands-on way!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Grand Story Time

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Play Area in Children’s Dept. at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Play Area in Children’s Dept.
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Description:

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

HJB visit

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Play Area in Children’s Dept. at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Students and teachers from HJB Elementary will tour the library, learn how to use the computers, and how to get a library card.

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Play Area in Children’s Dept.
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, Literacy
Description:

Students and teachers from HJB Elementary will tour the library, learn how to use the computers, and how to get a library card.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Toadally Jumping

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times, Workshops
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Hop into adventure with us at Shenandoah River State Park! 🐸✨ Join our “Meet the Toads” event for a fun jumping game on giant lily pads, plus enjoy a delightful short story in the great outdoors.

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Story Times, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

Hop into adventure with us at Shenandoah River State Park! 🐸✨ Join our “Meet the Toads” event for a fun jumping game on giant lily pads, plus enjoy a delightful short story in the great outdoors.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Homeschool Hub

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Join us for hands-on science fun as kids team up to explore the scientific method, conduct exciting experiments, gather real data, and discover amazing conclusions together.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for hands-on science fun as kids team up to explore the scientific method, conduct exciting experiments, gather real data, and discover amazing conclusions together.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

HJB visit

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Play Area in Children’s Dept. at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Students and teachers from HJB Elementary will tour the library, learn how to use the computers, and how to get a library card.

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Play Area in Children’s Dept.
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, Literacy
Description:

Students and teachers from HJB Elementary will tour the library, learn how to use the computers, and how to get a library card.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Green Thumbs: Explore the Land

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Story Times, Workshops
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children
The USA is 250 years old!  How our land and weather affected the Revolutionary War and its outcome.
Join us for a discussion about how land and weather impacted the outcome of the conflict that created our country. 
Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, Story Times, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:
The USA is 250 years old!  How our land and weather affected the Revolutionary War and its outcome.
Join us for a discussion about how land and weather impacted the outcome of the conflict that created our country. 
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Aspiring Artist - Design a Puzzle

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Are you a puzzle lover looking for a new challenge?  Join us to create your own masterpiece on a blank puzzle—then see if you can put it together!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Are you a puzzle lover looking for a new challenge?  Join us to create your own masterpiece on a blank puzzle—then see if you can put it together!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Dig Into Reading Magic Show

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
White Meeting Room at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Live Performances
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

Get ready to kick off summer with a splash of magic!  Join us for the Opening Day of our Summer Reading Program: Dig Into Reading. Enjoy an interactive show packed with audience participation and fun for the whole family.

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Live Performances
Description:

Get ready to kick off summer with a splash of magic!  Join us for the Opening Day of our Summer Reading Program: Dig Into Reading. Enjoy an interactive show packed with audience participation and fun for the whole family.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Colonial Games

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Gaming, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Step back in time and discover the fun of colonial-era games!  Kids  are invited to join us for hands-on play as we celebrate our 250th anniversary, sponsored by FRUMC.  Secure your spot today and experience history in action!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, Gaming, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Step back in time and discover the fun of colonial-era games!  Kids  are invited to join us for hands-on play as we celebrate our 250th anniversary, sponsored by FRUMC.  Secure your spot today and experience history in action!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Grand Story Time

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Play Area in Children’s Dept. at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Play Area in Children’s Dept.
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Description:

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Story Walk at Eastham

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

Come enjoy a new story, There are No Dinosaurs Inside of this Book! by Jimmy Vee.  Color and put together your own dinosaur, while supplies last!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy
Description:

Come enjoy a new story, There are No Dinosaurs Inside of this Book! by Jimmy Vee.  Color and put together your own dinosaur, while supplies last!

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Science Scouts: Waves

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Join us for hands-on science fun as kids team up to explore the scientific method, conduct exciting experiments, gather real data, and discover amazing conclusions together. Perfect for young scientists ready to learn and play!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Join us for hands-on science fun as kids team up to explore the scientific method, conduct exciting experiments, gather real data, and discover amazing conclusions together. Perfect for young scientists ready to learn and play!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Grand Story Time

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Play Area in Children’s Dept. at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: Play Area in Children’s Dept.
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Literacy, Story Times
Description:

Calling all toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) and their grown-ups! Join us for a magical time of storytelling with "grandparents",  nursery rhymes, and a creative craft to take home. 

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

What's in My Lunchbox?

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Literacy, Story Times
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Get ready for a wild lunchtime adventure!  We’re exploring the food web with “mystery lunchboxes” filled with critters and curious edibles for students to discover and taste. Can you guess what’s inside each box?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, Literacy, Story Times
Registration Required
Description:

Get ready for a wild lunchtime adventure!  We’re exploring the food web with “mystery lunchboxes” filled with critters and curious edibles for students to discover and taste. Can you guess what’s inside each box?

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Digging Up Dinos!

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Literacy, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Hear dinosaur stories, learn about fossils, and then dig up your own!  If you can identify it, you can keep it!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, Literacy, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Hear dinosaur stories, learn about fossils, and then dig up your own!  If you can identify it, you can keep it!