Merriam-Gilbert Public Library

The Merriam-Gilbert Public Library would like to thank the supporters of the 2010 Summer Reading Program:

• Big Y
• Country Bank for Savings
• Dean’s Automotive
• Dunkin’ Donuts
• Dr. Thomas Cahill
• Family First Bank
• Gremarco Industries
• Lamoureux Ford
• North Brookfield Savings Bank
• Shaw’s
• Spencer Savings Bank
• Southbridge Savings Bank
• VCA Wickaboag Animal Hospital
• Webster First Federal Credit Union
• and, the West Brookfield Cultural Council,
  a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council

The Summer Reading Program theme for 2011 will be "One World, Many Stories". Stay tuned for any updates!

Year Round Children's Programming

*Lego Club

Calling ALL Brick Masters! Our Lego Club meets every third Wednesday of the month. Ages 6-12!

Come and build with us! If you are interested, call to register (508-867-1410) and then see us Wednesday, September 15th from 3:30 - 4:30.

"Bedtime Snacks"
Our Family Story Night takes place every third Tuesday of the month (except July and August)

We will read a collection of old and new favorites
Milk & cookies provided
No registration required. Just drop in!
Tuesday, Sept. 21st from 7-7:30.

*Toddler Play Group

Infants to toddlers up to 3 years old.

Toddler Play Group takes place every Monday from 10-11am and continues throughout the summer. After half an hour of free play for the kids and social time for the parents, the Children's Librarian will lead the group with inventive songs, finger plays, and a story. Just drop in, NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY.

*Story Hour

Ages 3-6 (Children must be 3 years old before September 1, 2010).

Story Hour takes place every Wednesday from 10:00-11:00am, February-May and October-December. Join us each week for stories, songs, and crafts. Registration required. Space is limited.

*Toddler Play Group and Story Hour will not be held when the library is closed or during school vacation weeks.