Winter Storytime Programs

Registration has begun for all winter storytime programs!
January - March 2011

Books & Babies
Tuesdays 10:00-10:20 a.m.
January 4, 11, 18, 25
February 1, 8, 15, 22
March 1, 8, 15, 22

Pre-School Storytime
Tuesdays 10:30-11:00 a.m.
January 4, 11, 18, 25
February 1, 8, 15, 22
March 1, 8, 15, 22

Toddler Tales
Wednesdays 10:00-10:30 a.m.
January 5, 12, 19, 26
February 2, 9, 16, 23
March 2, 9, 16, 23

You may register by calling the library at (585) 243-0440 or just stop in!

Penny Jar

Thank you for your generous donations to the children's penny jar! The library raised $335.35 for new children's books.

Santa Claus Visits the Wadsworth Library!

Thursday, December 16th from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

This holiday season come visit Santa at the library! While Santa is posing for pictures and taking gift requests, children will have the opportunity to decorate ornaments for the tree and enjoy Christmas music.

*If Geneseo Central School closes due to weather call later in the day to make sure that the program is still taking place.

Free and open to the public!

The Giving Tree

Each year the library purchases as many children's books and craft supplies as possible. If you are interested in helping us replenish our supplies please stop by and select a gift tag from the Giving Tree.

Step 1: Select a gift tag. They represent beloved children's books that need replacing as well new titles and craft supplies. We have listed an approximate cost for the books on the back of the ornament. Hardcover is requested.

Step 2: Bring your purchased item to the circulation desk and we will replace your gift tag with a thank you ornament.

If you are interested in participating, make sure to stop by the
library this December!

Winter Story Hour Programs

Registration begins December 1st for winter (January-March) sessions of Books & Babies, Pre-School Storytime, and Toddler Tales. Sign-up ASAP to reserve your spot, sessions fill quickly!

REMINDER - Winter has arrived and with it comes snowy/icy roads. If Geneseo Central School closes due to weather, all morning storytime programs will be canceled. Evening events may still take place please call the library if you are unsure OR join the Children's E-List. All cancellations are e-mailed and posted online.

6th Annual "Make Your Own Gingerbread House"

Thursday, December 2nd at 6:30 p.m.

Come out for some guaranteed Christmas fun! We'll be making our own gingerbread houses from graham crackers, frosting and various candies. Open to children 3 years old and up. Registration begins November 1st. Space is limited.

Registration for this event is currently FULL. If you're still interested in attending please call and leave your name on the waiting list.

Holiday Events

Special Holiday Storytimes

Books & Babies
Tuesdays 10:00-10:20 a.m. December 7th and 14th

Pre-School Storytime
Tuesdays 10:30-11:00 a.m. December 7th and 14th

Toddler Tales
Wednesday 10:00-10:30 a.m. December 8th and 15th

Special Events

6th Annual "Make Your Own Gingerbread House"
Thursday, December 2nd at 6:30 p.m.
Come out for some guaranteed Christmas fun! We'll be making our own gingerbread houses from graham crackers, frosting, and various candies. Open to children 3 years old and up. Registration will begin November 1st. Spaces are limited!

Santa Claus Visits the Wadsworth Library
Thursday, December 16th from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
This holiday season come visit Santa at the library! While Santa is posing for pictures and taking gift requests, children will have the opportunity to decorate ornaments for their trees and enjoy some Christmas music. Children of all ages are welcome.

~All events are free and open to the public~

Children's E-List

Join the library e-list and stay informed! On average the library sends e-mails twice a month with information about upcoming children's programs, special events, registration information, library closings, and more. It's a great easy way to keep up with what's happening at the library. You may unsubscribe at anytime.

If you are interested in being added to the e-list please e-mail Sarah Matthews at
smatthews@pls-net.org with "Children's E-list" in the subject line and your name and e-mail address.

Halloween Stories and Songs

Thursday, October 21st from 6:30-7:30
Join us for some "spooktacular" fun this October! Cathy McGrath of the Teakettle Music Company will be returning to the library to share some wonderful songs and stories. Open to children 3 and up.

Costumes are welcome :-)

Fall Programming Preview

Books & Babies
Tuesdays from 10:00-10:20 a.m.
September 7, 14, 21
October 5, 12, 19, 26
November 2, 9, 16

Books & Babies is a lap-sit program designed to introduce children (6 months - 2 years of age) to language and early literacy. Babies sit with their caregiver and model the activities presented through simple finger plays, songs, stories and nursery rhymes. Registration is required.

Pre-School Story Time
Tuesdays from 10:30-11:00 a.m.
September 7, 14, 21
October 5, 12, 19, 26
November 2, 9, 16
Story time is directed at children ages 3-5 and includes books, songs, finger plays and crafts. Registration is required.

Toddler Tales
Wednesdays from 10:00-10:30 a.m.
September 8, 15, 22
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10, 17
The Toddler Tales program is a blend of Books & Babies and Pre-School Story Time activities. A variety of stories are combined with songs, rhymes, finger plays, crafts and free play. This program is appropriate for children ages 2-4 years old. Registration is required.

Upcoming Special Events:

October 21st @ 6:30 p.m.
Halloween Stories and Songs

December 2nd @ 6:30 p.m.
"Make Your Own Gingerbread House"

December 16th @ 6:30 p.m.
Santa Visits the Library!

Thank You for Supporting the 2010 Summer Reading Program!

Whew! It's been a busy summer! Many thanks to all of the children, teens, parents, volunteers and library staff who made this program so successful. We had excellent numbers this summer with 215 children registering for the summer reading program and over 1,700 people attending programs. Thank you for your support and keep on reading! Don't forget to visit the library this week and pick up your final prize(s)!

Also a huge "THANK YOU" to the following organizations and businesses who gave generously in support of the 2010 Summer Reading Program.

Applebees Restaurant
Byrne Dairy
Dollar General
Genesee Valley Council on the Arts
Geneseo Cinemas
Geneseo Rotary Club
Friends of Wadsworth Library
Minnehans Fun Center
Pizza Pauls
Subway
Swain Sports
Touch of Grayce
Wal-Mart

Musician and Puppeteer Tom Knight!

Thursday, August 12th
Afternoon show @ 2:00 p.m.
Evening show @ 6:30 p.m.

Join us for the final performance of the summer! We'll be celebrating with a living library of songs and skits related to books and reading. Ice cream will be served.

Come celebrate your reading success!

To learn more about Tom Knight click here

This production was supported in part by Federal Library Services and Technology Act funds, awarded to the NY State library by the Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services and also by the NY State Council on the Arts decentralization regrant program administered by the Genesee Valley Council of the Arts.

It's the Final Week of Summer Reading! August 9th - August 13th

Musical Monday @ 2:00 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon concert at the library with local musician Glenn McClure.

Sponsored by the NY State Council on the Arts Decentralization Regrant Program administered by the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.

Tuesday
Books & Babies @ 10:00 a.m.
Pre-School Story Time @ 10:30 a.m.
Camp Half Blood @ 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday
Toddler Tales @ 10:00 a.m.

Thursday - Summer Reading Finale!
Musician and Puppeteer Tom Knight
Afternoon Show @ 2:00 p.m.
Evening Show @ 6:30 p.m.

Sponsored in part by the NY State Council on the Arts Decentralization Regrant Program administered by the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts and in part by the Federal Library Services and Technology Act funds awarded to the NY State Library by the Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Remember to READ, READ, READ and bring in your logs!

Author Visit - Bruce Coville!
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
1:00-3:00 pm
Grades 2 and up

1:00-2:00 p.m. Presentation at the Central Presbyterian Church
(directly across the street from the library)
Mr. Coville will be sharing about the process of creating children's books.This will be lecture style so please pay close attention to the age limit and bring only 2nd graders and up!

2:00-3:00 p.m. Book Signing and Refreshments in the Wadsworth Library Community Room
Mr. Coville will be available to sign copies of his books and talk with visitors. The library Friends group will be selling copies of his books and providing refreshments. If you would like more information about Bruce Coville please visit www.brucecoville.com

Additional parking will be available at the Central Presbyterian and Christ Community Churches. If you have questions please call the library at (585) 243-0440 or e-mail Sarah Matthews at smatthews@pls-net.org

We hope to see you there!

Summer Reading, July 25 -July 31

Monday
H20 Variety Show @ 2:00 p.m.

Tuesday
Books & Babies @ 10:00 a.m.
Pre-School Story Time @ 10:30 a.m.
Camp Half Blood @ 1:00 p.m. Be prompt! This week we will be watching "The Lightning Thief" movie (pre-registration is required)

Wednesday
Toddler Tales @ 10:00 a.m.

Thursday @ the Theater
10:30 a.m. The Princess and the Frog (G)
2:00 p.m. The Lightning Thief (PG)

Remember to READ, READ, READ and bring in your logs!

Summer Reading, July 18 - July 24

Monday
Water Water Everywhere! Storytelling @ 2:00 p.m.

Sponsored by the NY State Council on the Arts Decentralization Regrant Program administeredby the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.

Tuesday
Books & Babies @ 10:00 a.m.
Pre-School Story Time @ 10:30 a.m.
Camp Half Blood @ 1:00 p.m. (pre-registration is required)

Wednesday
Toddler Tales @ 10:00 a.m.
Food Fun - Smoothies I @ 1:30 p.m. (pre-registration is required)

Thursday
Build-A-Boat @ 2:00 p.m.

Remember to READ, READ, READ and bring in your logs!

Summer Reading, July 11-July 17

Monday
Teakettle Music Company @ 2:00 p.m.

Sponsored by the NY State Council on the Arts Decentralization Regrant Program administered
by the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.

Tuesday
Books & Babies @ 10:00 a.m.
Pre-School Story Time @ 10:30 a.m.
Camp Half Blood Begins @1:00 p.m. (pre-registration is required).

Wednesday
Toddler Tales @ 10:00 a.m.

Thursday
Bubblemania - Afternoon show @ 2:00 p.m.
Bubblemania - Evening show @ 6:30 p.m.

Sponsored by the NY State Council on the Arts Decentralization Regrant Program administeredby the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.


Children may still register for the summer reading program! Each child is encouraged to read at least 15 minutes a day and keep track of their time in a reading log. At the end of the week they may bring their log to the library and pick up the weekly prize. In addition to the weekly reading challenge many special events will be taking place at the library. We hope to see you this summer!

Thank You Summer Reading Sponsors!

The following organizations and businesses gave generously in support of the 2010 Summer Reading Program.
THANK YOU!

Applebees Restaurant
Byrne Dairy
Dollar General
Genesee Valley Council on the Arts
Geneseo Cinemas
Geneseo Rotary Club
Friends of Wadsworth Library
Minnehans Fun Center
Pizza Pauls
Subway
Swain Sports
Touch of Grayce
Wal-Mart

Summer Reading, July 4-July 10

Monday - Library CLOSED

Tuesday
Books & Babies @ 10:00 a.m.
Pre-School Story Time @ 10:30 a.m.
Camp Half Blood Begins @1:00 p.m. (pre-registration is required).

Wednesday
Toddler Tales @ 10:00 a.m.
Sweet Sand @ 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. (pre-registration is required).

Thursday
Puppets With Pizzazz @ 2:00 p.m.

Sponsored by the NY State Council on the Arts Decentralization Regrant Program administered by the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.


Children may still register for the summer reading program! Each child is encouraged to read at least 15 minutes a day and keep track of their time in a reading log. At the end of the week they may bring their log to the library and pick up the weekly prize. In addition to the weekly reading challenge many special events will be taking place at the library. We hope to see you this summer!

Froggy Visits the Wadsworth Library!

Monday, June 28th from 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Registration for the summer reading program begins with a visit from Froggy (of Froggy Gets Dressed by Jonathan London). Wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt and come to the library luau to see Froggy! Parent's don't forget your cameras.
Open to children of all ages.

Sign Up Now!

Registration has begun for the summer reading events listed below. Spaces are going quickly, call today to reserve your spot! (585) 243-0440

* Camp Half Blood: A Literary Adventure - Registration has closed.
* The Summer Writing Workshop - Registration has closed.
* Food Fun in the Summer Sun - Registration has closed.

50th Question from the Idea Jar!

More Ideas from the Children's Room...

48. More coloring pages or more coloring books. Not a problem, I will make sure everything is re-stocked before the summer reading program.

49. 64 new crayola crayons. You're right, the crayons are shameful! I will replace them ASAP.

50. Chronicles of Narnia series. Please do this I am 1/4 of the way through the first book. The library does own all of the books in the Narnia series. If you don't see the one you are looking for ask a librarian and they will reserve a copy for you.

DATE CHANGE - Bruce Coville, Author Visit

Bruce Coville will be visiting the Wadsworth Library on Wednesday, August 4th from 1:00-3:00 pm. This is a change from the original date that was advertised. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Special Event Registration Begins Today - June 1

Registration is now open for the following summer events:

Camp Half Blood: A Literary Adventure
Tuesdays from 1:00-2:30 p.m.
July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 3 & 10
Grades 5+
Join us this summer as we dive into the deep with Percy Jackson and Olympians! We'll be reading and discussing the first book in the series, The Lightning Thief, by Rick Riordan. Also as a part of Camp Half Blood we will be making ceramic clay pots in the Green style, studying Greek mythology, making Camp Half Blood T-Shirts, playing trivia games and more! Space is limited.

Summer Writing Workshop
August 9th-13th 1:30-3:30 pm
Grades K-6
Want to stay inspired this summer? Come for a week long writing workshop at the library! We will write in our writers notebooks (Don't have one? You will!) and fill it up with new and fresh ideas. We will work together to write sensational stories, create perfect poems, craft some new nonfiction, really anything you want! At the end of the week we will publish an anthology of our best work to share with friends and family at summer cookouts. Sign up and join the fun!

Food Fun in the Summer Sun: Sweet Sand
Wednesday, July 7th
1:30-2:30 p.m. or 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Grades K-3
We'll be making yummy "Sweet Sand," with vanilla wafers, pudding, gummy fish and more. If you child has allergies a complete list of ingredients will be available at the circulation desk.

Food Fun in the Summer Sun: Smoothies
Wednesday, July 21st 1:30-2:30 or 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Grades 4-6
Relax and cool down at the library while making and enjoying smoothies and fruit pops. If your child(ren) has allergies a complete list of ingredients is available at the circulation desk.

Register now, space is limited. Please call (585) 243-0440 with questions or to register for a program. We hope to see you this summer!

Get Ready for Summer Reading!

Summer Reading Information

Brochures for the upcoming summer reading program are now available! Copies of the brochure will be distributed at the Genesee Country Christian, Geneseo Central, and York Central Schools. Additional copies of the brochure are available at the library.

Summer reading event information can also be found online through the children's calender or on the Friends of Wadsworth Library Facebook page (become a fan!) There is also a copy of the basic summer reading brochure on this website under "Children's Program Brochures." Registration for the summer reading program will begin Monday, June 28th.

Get ready for an exciting summer!

Children's Author Bruce Coville to Visit the Wadsworth Library

To our great delight it has been confirmed that popular children's author Bruce Coville will be visiting the Wadsworth Library this summer! Bruce's newest book, The Last Hunt, the long awaited conclusion to the Unicorn Chronicles, will be released by Scholastic on June 1st. For more information about Bruce or his books visit his website.


Other Books by Bruce Coville:
The Dragon of Doom
I Was a Sixth Grade Alien
Into the Land of the Unicorns
Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher

When: Wednesday, August 4th from 1:00-3:00
Where: Central Presbyterian Church (across from the library)
This is a change from the date that was originally advertised. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Under the Sea

Thursday, April 15th from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Dive into the deep blue sea at the library! Enjoy an evening of fishy books, underwater-themed crafts and some tasty ocean snacks. Open to children pre-k and up. Sponsored by SUNY Geneseo's Chapter of NRHH.

Registration is NOT required, just come!

Spring Story Time Registration is Here!

Next week (April 5th-9th) Books & Babies, Pre-School Story Time and Toddler Tales will begin again for the spring. Register now and reserve your spot by calling the library at 243-0440.

Keep the Ideas Coming!

43. Manatee books, Hardy Boys, and Loch Ness Monster. We only have one book on Manatees so you're right we need some more! We do have many of the Hardy Boy books, if there is a specific one that you would like let us know and we'll order it from another library for you. We do have several books on the Loch Ness Monster! Next time you stop in ask a librarian to help you find some.

44. It would be great if the library could buy the DVD "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs." Thank You! We do own a copy of the DVD. It is a popular movie though, so if its not on the shelf make sure to place a hold on it.

45. Berinstain Bears "Wild West" Book. Tons more Arthur movies (for kids) The library just purchased Season 10 of the Arthur TV show! It should be here soon. Also, we will look for the Wild West book.

46. Have a shelf for stories written by local kids so kids can check out stories written by their friends, neighbors, etc. Have a club for kids who write stories and self publish them, print them, illustrate them, bind them, etc. We do have some stories written by local children in the collection, but not very many. This summer, however, we are hoping to sponsor a week long writing program for kids at the library! Kids will be able to work on their own stories and then they will be "published" in an anthology at the end of the summer. Look for more information as we get closer to the summer reading program.

47. Make a book about pink, sparkly cats and purple, sparkly dogs that live together in a sparkly pink and purple mansion. And they're billionaires! WOW! This sounds like a great idea for a story and I think YOU should be the author! You've got some fun ideas :-) We're hoping to have a writing club this summer at the library and this would be a good start.

Spring Story Time Registration

Registration for spring story time programs begins Monday, March 29th

Books & Babies
Tuesdays from 10:00-10:20 a.m.
April 6, 13, 20, 27
May 4, 11, 18, 25

Pre-School Story Time
Tuesdays from 10:30-11:00 a.m.
April 6, 13, 20, 27
May 4, 11, 18, 25

Toddler Tales
Wednesdays from 10:00-10:30 a.m.
April 7, 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19, 26

Registration is required, class sizes are limited.

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!

Today celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday and re-read your favorite Seuss book. Maybe make some green eggs and ham!

It's a Seuss Celebration!

Thursday, March 11 @ 6:30 p.m.

Join us in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday with special guest The Cat in the Hat!

We'll share some Seuss stories, play games, and make our own "Cat in the Hat" hats. A Seuss themed snack will also be provided. Parent's don't forget your cameras! The Cat in the Hat will be available for pictures. Appropriate for children pre-k through 3rd grade. Registration is required.

Pennies for Peace

This February and March the library is participating in Greg Mortenson's (Author of Three Cups of Tea) Pennies for Peace program. We will be collecting pennies in a jar just outside the children's room in order to raise money for schools in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Many libraries and schools in the area are participating and we want to encourage you to join us! Please visit the Pennies for Peace website for more information: www.penniesforpeace.org

February Break

Come beat the winter blues at the Wadsworth Library!

Monday, Feb. 15th
The Library is CLOSED for President's Day

Tuesday, Feb. 16th
Let It Snow! Magic Show @ 2:00 p.m.
Join us for this entertaining comedy magic show embracing the joys of winter. Great audience participation and lots of laughter! Open to children pre-k and up.

Thursday, Feb. 18th
CroZoo "Around the World Safari" @ 2:00 p.m.
A variety of birds, mammals, and reptiles from the four corners of the globe visit the Wadsworth Library! Open to children pre-k and up.

Friday, Feb. 19th @ 2:00 p.m.
Movie Matinee, Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (PG)

More From the Idea Jar...

To see previous ideas/suggestions click on the link on the right hand side under "More Pages" "Idea Jar Comments and Questions."

38. "Get track books." You're right, we don't have any books on track and very few on running/cross country or marathon sports in general. I will look into buying some for the collection.

39. "Get soccer books they are asome." We do have several soccer books! Stop by the circulation desk next time you are in and the staff will help you find some.

40. "alot more Arthur movies. more Beranstain Bears books and movies. a room with a couch to relax. More American girl movies." We will continue to purchase more Arthur movies, thanks for asking! We are trying to purchase/replace books in the Berenstain Bear collection. It is difficult to find Berenstain Bear books in hardcover however, so it is a slow process. We do have a comfy couch upstairs in the balcony. If it is ok with your parents you are welcome to take books upstairs to read and look at. There are also comfortable chairs in the Chanler Reading Room at the back of the library. I think we own all of the American Girl movies except Chrissa on DVD. I will order it today! Let me know if we are missing any others.

41. "Some movies that I would like you to buy are, Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen and GI Joe: Rise of the Cobra. If you got these that would be great!!! Thank you also for your time and effort. We own both Transformers 2 and GI Joe: Rise of the Cobra, they are shelved with the adult DVD's in the main room. They are very popular so if you don't find them on the shelf just let the staff know and they can place "a hold" and reserve a copy for you. Thank you for your comments!

42. "Nintendo, nintendo, nintendo games." We do have 34 games for the Nintendo Wii. They are located in the YA area next to the catalog computer. There are rarely more than 3 or 4 in the library at a time, however, so if you are waiting for a specific game you'll want to have the library staff place a "hold" on the game for you. We will be ordering several new games later this month.

Keep the ideas coming!

2010 Children's Book Award Winners

Newbery Medal - When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead

Newbery Honor Books:
Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice by Phillip Hoose
The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate by Jacqueline Kelly
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin
The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg by Rodman Philbrick

Caldecott Medal - The Lion and the Mouse by Jerry Pinkney

Caldecott Honor Books:
All the World by Marla Frazee
Red Sings From Treetops a Year in Colors Illustrated by Pamela Zagarenski Written by Joyce Sidman

Giesel Award
Benny and Penny in the Big No-No! by Geoffrey Hayes

Click here for a complete listing of awards

Winter Programs @ a Glance!

Story Time Programs:
Books & Babies - Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Pre-School Story Time - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Tales - Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Registration is required, spaces are still available!

GCS Winter Break:
Let It Snow! Magic Show - Tues. Feb. 16th at 2:00 p.m.
CroZoo Around the World Safari - Thurs. Feb. 18th at 2:00 p.m.
Movie Matinee: Dawn of the Dinosaurs - Fri. Feb. 19th at 2:00 p.m.

It's a SEUSS Celebration! - Thurs. March 11th at 6:30 p.m.
With Special Guest the Cat in the Hat!
Registration is required, spaces are still available!

Winter Storytimes

Winter storytime programs begin this week, we hope to see you there!

*Just a quick cancellation reminder - If Geneseo Central Schools are closed due to weather, all morning storytime programs are canceled. For evening program cancellations please call the library at (585) 243-0440. If you would like to be e-mailed regarding cancellations please contact Sarah Matthews at smatthews@pls-net.org with your name and e-mail address.