this summer we are inviting you to
walk. read. write.

This summer families can take part in our creative writing contest by participating in our StoryWalk along Main Street. Stop by the library anytime between July and August to access our StoryWalk map, once completed participants have the opportunity to create their own story based on the book featured along Main Street. Readers can write a full length piece, poem or even illustrated interpretation; all forms of creativity will be accepted.

Participants can submit their final pieces by email or can stop by the youth services department to grab a creative writing journal. 1 per family while supplies last. Use the journals to take notes, expand upon ideas, or to doodle. Complete your final draft and drop them off at your convenience. Prizes will be awarded in different age brackets so everyone will have the opportunity to shine. So, won't you plan to walk. read. and write with us?

this week

FRIDAY JULY 15
@ 3:30pm

Slimy, scaly, slippery and speedy fish are a standard part of most aquatic habitats. Learn about fish anatomy, the lifecycle and interesting adaptations. And, don’t forget to say hello to our brand new fish tank before closing out with a fishy art activity inspired by fish prints!

REGISTER HERE

SATURDAY JULY 16 BETWEEN 11AM and 1PM

Visit the Youth Services Department to get a tiny taste of the Mystic Aquarium since they will be setting up their portable touch tank in our programming space! During this drop-in event, families will have an opportunity to touch a variety of sea creatures (crabs, urchins, snails & more!), plus ask questions about more things swimming below the surface.
DROP IN EVENT

All summer programming has been made possible by
the Friends of the Blackstone Library, Branford Community Foundation and the Connecticut State Library.

this summer we are inviting you to walk. read. write.

FRIDAY JULY 15 @ 3:30pm

SATURDAY JULY 16 BETWEEN 11AM and 1PM

this summer we are inviting you to
walk. read. write.

FRIDAY JULY 15
@ 3:30pm