BRIDGES, WHAT LOADS CAN THEY BEAR AND WHY? the Children's Museum, West Hartford, CT With Ms. Amy we learned a bit about bridge structures and which can bare more weight and why! Follow this link to see pictures from this program

• July 25 – the Children’s Museum lends us “Mr. Science” to teach us a bit about BRIDGES and how they bear the loads that use them.
• July 25 – Learn about HYPNOSIS
• July 28 – Very lonely Caterpillar story and craft with the GirlScouts of America
• July 29 – Ty Menard, Puppeteer, presents a show called “EDWARD WONDERFUL”
• July 30 - ♪ ♪ ♪ MUSICal stARTS ♪ ♪ ♪ is all about teaching music to our very young children (ages 3-6) focusing on Singing in tune, Keeping a beat & Moving artistically to music.

EDWARD WONDERFUL Meet Edward Wonderful. He's a whiz at getting Mirtle's garden to grow as the kids sang songs, clapped and Mister Mister recited poetry. Puppeteer, Tyler Menard, put on a wonderful show which delighted the children and adults, alike. You can find more information about Ty and his creations at his webpage. Ty's page

MUSICalstARTS PROGRAM ON JULY 30TH

CT DEFENDER'S BASEBALL TEAMMATES READ STORIES CUTTER THE EAGLE is the mascot for the CT Defender's baseball team from Norwich CT. Antoan Richardson (#41) and David Maroul (#18) did a great time reading a couple stories to the children at our library this Wednesday morning. Cutter stood nearby and gave his support along with autographs when the time came. The players answered questions and posed for pictures after signing baseballs and other autographs for the children. As you can see in the photo above the children were happy to pose for a group picture and look at the wonderful smiles sported by one and all. We have many more fun opportunities this summer to join in on so plan to drop in and visit us. For more program information stop at the circulation desk and ask any questions you have.

HORIZON WINGS bird rescue from Ashford, CT Click Here to see more photos

Reiki Master: Eaglemoons Raes Reiki is a gentle hands on healing technique that promotes stress reduction and relaxation which is becoming an acceptable alternative form of healing which compliments other medical treatments. Since Reiki is mjore easily understood by experiencing it rather than talking about it we all were invited to experience what it feels like. Eaglemoon has been teaching for 15 years and holds many impressive credentials. She'll also be shared, her art of hypnosis on Friday night July 25th.

Storytime with the Girl Scouts Becky Tanner of Girl Scouts of CT reads a story and leads a craft with our Andover children. Click Here to see more photos of this event

FAMILY BOOK VOYAGE II DISCUSSION SERIES FOR MARCH '08 Stop by the library ahead of time to check out these books for each meeting: (READ THEM TOGETHER BEFORE YOU GET TO THE LIBRARY GATHERING) Our program runs from 6:45pm - 7:45pm and is open to parents and children (ages 6-10). Registration is suggested but not mandatory. This program series is co-sponsored by the Conn. Humanities Council and the Andover Friends of the library. Program is free for all participants. BOOK VOYAGERS with Jim Harriman, storyteller and writer, as our discussion leader. Session 1: DREAMS: Dare to dream. FANNY'S DREAM AMAZING GRACE WAGON WHEELS Session 2: CLEVERNESS: find a way. FLOSSIES AND THE FOX WILEY AND THE HAIRY MAN DOCTOR DE SOTO SESSION 3: COPING: Deal with it IRA SLEEPS OVER THE GIVING TREE WILFRID GORDON MCDONALD PARTRIDGE SESSION 4: DETERMINATION: Just do it. FOLLOW THE DRINKING GOURD THE DANCING MAN THE VERY BEST OF FRIENDS

Sock Puppet Parade We used a simple striped sock about 12 inches long, some fancy thread and glue. Sewed a few stitches and voila`, our puppets came to life! Fraulein Fraggle will be our special guest!

Baubles and Beads Monday, July 9th we made some beaded jewelry with a talented craft teacher, Heidi Turner. Here are a few pictures to show some of the creativity in progress. Thank you Heidi for all the time and talent you've brought to our programs.