Children's Room

Book's We've Raed...

2012-01-30T09:03:00.000-08:00

Book's We've Read...Week of 1/23/12
The Little Red Sled-Clifford Puppy Days- Norman Bridwell
Curious George in the Snow- H.A. Rey
The Three Bears- Byron Barton
Snowballs- Lois Ehlert
Duck on a Bike- David Shannon
Dinos in the Snow- Karma Wilson
Froggy's First Kiss- Jonathan London
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Winter Storytime 2012

2011-12-27T13:56:00.000-08:00

Registration for the Winter Storytime sessions will take place beginning on Tues. January 3, 2012. This may be done in person or by phone. Sessions are as follows:
Tues. 10:30 am 2 1/2- 3 1/2
Tues. 1:30 pm 3 1/2- 5
Thurs. 10:30 am 3 1/2- 5
Toddler Time
This program is for children 18 months- 2 1/2 with a caregiver. Sessions will take place every Wed. at 10:30 am for a half hour. Toddler Time will run for 6 weeks, registration is required and space is limited. This program is for Hillsdale residents only.

All programs will begin the week of Jan. 23, 2012. For questions and further information please call the children's room at 201-358-5073, or email Cindy Greenwald at greenwald@bccls.org.

Last Book's We've Read

2011-12-12T07:30:00.000-08:00

Last Book's We've Read...Week of Dec. 6th, 2011
Thanks to all who participated in our Fall storytime program. Registration for the Winter session will begin on Jan. 3, 2012. Any questions please email Cindy at greenwald@bccls.org. Happy Holidays!
Froggy's Best Christmas- Jonathan London
Dino Pets Go To School- Lynn Plourde
My Two Holidays-A Hanukkah and Christmas Story- Danielle Novack
If You Take a Mouse to the Movies- Laura Numeroff
Merry Christmas, Stinky Face- Lisa McCourt
Harry the Dirty Dog- Gene Zion
Giraffes Can't Dance- Giles Andreae
Dog in Boots- Greg Gormley
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Book's We've Read...

2011-12-01T08:51:00.000-08:00

Book's We've Read...Week of Nov. 29th, 2011
Baby Bear, Baby Bear What Do You See?- Bill Martin
Going to the Firehouse- Mercer Mayer
I Like Books- Anthony Browne
Five Little Monkeys Reading in Bed-Eileen Christelow
Curious George Visits a Toy Store-H.A. Rey
Purple Little Bird- Greg Foley
The Biggest Bear- Adam Relf
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

StoryTime Wrap-Up

2011-11-29T09:04:00.000-08:00

The last week of Storytime will take place the week of Dec. 5th. However, keep in mind, we have a huge selection of holiday books, DVD's and CD's. Whatever your pleasure, we have a book that's sure to please. Whether it's a journey on the Polar Express, or making Hanukkah latkes like Grandma. Don't hesitate to ask the children's staff for whatever you need.
Registration for the next Storytime session will begin on Jan. 3rd, 2012. Happy and Healthy Holidays to All!!

Book's We've Read

2011-11-05T12:49:00.000-07:00

Book's We've Read...Week of Oct. 24th
Froggy Gets Dressed- Jonathan London
Curious George Visits the Library- H.A Rey
I Broke My Trunk- Mo Willems
Five Little Monkeys with Nothing To Do- Eileen Christelow
If You Give a Pig A Pancake- Laura Numeroff
Be My Friend, Floppy Puppy- Ann Tobias
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Book's We've Read...

2011-10-27T08:55:00.000-07:00

Book's We've Read...Week of Oct. 24th, 2011
The Little Red Hen-Byron Barton
Happy Halloween!- Melissa Lagonegro
Where Is Baby's Pumpkin?- Karen Katz
Clifford the Firehouse Dog- Norman Bridwell
Duck! Rabbit!- Amy Krouse Rosenthal
The Red Hen- Rebecca Emberley
Pumpkin Trouble- Jan Thomas
Froggy Builds a Tree House-Jonathan London
Oscar's Spots- Janet Robertson
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Book's We've Read

2011-10-20T10:04:00.000-07:00

Book's We've Read...Week of 10/17/11
The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse-Eric Carle
That Pup!- Lindsay Barrett George
Clifford's First Autumn- Norman Bridwell
The Fall Festival- Mercer Mayer
Duck On a Bike- David Shannon
Purple Little Bird- Greg Foley
Froggy Rides a Bike- Jonathan London
Popcorn- Frank Asch
The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin-Joe Troiano
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Book's We've Read

2011-10-13T12:43:00.000-07:00

Book's We've Read...Week of Oct.11,2011
Curious George Goes to a Costume Party- H.A. Rey
What Am I? Halloween- Anne Margaret Lewis
Lisa Cannot Sleep- Kaj Beckman
What Puppies Do Best- Laura Numeroff
Puff-Puff, Chugga-Chugga- Christopher Wormell
Pick A Pumpkin, Mrs. Mille!- Judy Cox
If You Give a Dog a Donut- Laura Numeroff
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Book's We've Read

2011-10-06T10:02:00.000-07:00

Book's We've Read...Week of Oct. 4, 2011

Who Has These Feet?- Laura Hulbert

The Three Bears- Byron Barton

From Head to Toe- Eric Carle

Clifford's Halloween- Norman Bridwell

Froggy Goes to Bed- Jonathan London

How Do Dinosuars Say Good Night?- Jane Yolen

Elmer- David McKee

Sally and the Purple Socks- Lisze Bechtold

Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Fall Storytime

2011-09-27T11:36:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder...Fall Storytime will begin the week of Oct. 4th. Some sessions still have openings. Please make sure all children are registered. You may do this in person, email or by phone. Any questions, email Cindy at greenwald@bccls.org, or call the children's room at 358-5073. See you next week!

Fall Storytime 2011

2011-09-02T18:10:00.000-07:00

Fall Storytime 2011 Registration for the Fall Storytime sessions will start on Tues. Sept. 6th, 2011.
This may be done in person or by phone. Sessions are as follows:

Tues. 10:30 am 2 ½- 3 ½

Tues. 1:30 pm 3 ½ - 5
Thurs. 10:30 am 3 ½- 5

Toddler Time 2011

This program is for children 18 months to 2 ½ with a caregiver. Sessions will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 am for 30 minutes. Toddler Time will run for 6 consecutive weeks and is limited to Hillsdale residents only.

All programs will begin the first week of October. For questions and further information on any of the programs please call the Children’s room at 201-358-5073, or email Cindy Greenwald at greenwald@bccls.org

Eyes of the Wild Program

2011-08-16T08:33:00.000-07:00

Animal friends made a return visit to the Hillsdale Library this summer. Among the featured guests were a Vietnamese pot-belly pig, a sugar glider (a marsupial which resembles a squirrel), a 5 month old coati (a cousin to the raccoon), a large 14 year old parrot with a great vocabulary, and an 11 month old baby wallaby. All the children got the chance to pet the baby wallaby after the show. This educational and fun program is a perrennial favorite.

Summer Reading Party

2011-08-12T06:57:00.000-07:00

Our annual Summer Reading Party will take place on Tues. Aug. 16th, at 2:00 PM featuring a magic show by Brian Richards. All are invited to attend and summer reading club participants who finished the program will receive their certificates. Refreshments will be served courtesy of ShopRite of Hillsdale.

Children's Programs2011

2011-08-02T09:07:00.001-07:00

Children's Programs, a set on Flickr.

Children's Flickr

Summer Reading Update:

2011-08-02T07:27:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder: The LAST day to log-in summer reading club books is Sat. Aug. 13th. In order to receive your certificate at the club party, please make sure all requirements are finished. Any questions please email Cindy at greenwald@bccls.org.

The Lizard Guys Program

2011-07-26T07:43:00.000-07:00

Children were treated to a performance of reptiles and amphibians courtesy of "The Lizard Guys." Everyone had a blast with the animals and were entertained by Joe!

Next Program.."Fun On a String"

2011-07-20T21:03:00.000-07:00

"Fun On a String" Thurs. July 28th, 1:30 PM

"Fun On a String" is a variety show which uses hand puppets, hand-and-rod puppets and marionettes. Audience particiaption is encouraged. Come and see how you can make puppets from everyday household materials. This program is for all ages.

African Clay Mask Workshop

2011-07-18T08:42:00.000-07:00

As part of the "One World, Many Stories" summer reading theme, children particapated in making African clay masks and learning an African song and greeting. Their creativity is evident by the fun they had. Check out our budding artists!

The Lizard Guys

2011-07-18T07:22:00.000-07:00

The Lizard Guys- Tues. July 19th, 2:00PM

Children will get an overview of reptiles, amphibians & bugs and show how they differ from us! The audience is introduced to each animal, generally one at a time, by one of The Lizard Guys holding it & explaining where the animal would come from, its normal diet, its life expectancy and answering any other questions . Come see these unusual animals that come from such places as Africa, Australia, and Hoboken!! Space is limited so please arrive early!

Starting Today...

2011-06-22T07:13:00.000-07:00

Let the Reading Begin...
Grab a Hat, come signup for the Summer Reading Program! Read books, get prizes and coupons and let your imagination soar! Also, don't forget to check out our fun-filled programs . Email Cindy Greenwald at greenwald@bccls.org for further questions.

Children's Summer Reading Program!

2011-06-15T07:32:00.000-07:00

Just a Reminder... 2011 Children's Summer Reading
Signups begin Wed. June 22nd for the Read-To-Me and Read Alone programs. Children aged 18 months thru 6th grade may participate. Registration for the reading program is for Hillsdale residents only. Check out our flyer on our homepage for information and summer programs! Any questions, please contact Cindy Greenwald at greenwald@bccls.org.

Book's We've Read...

2011-05-12T08:42:00.000-07:00

Book's We've Read...Week of 5/9/11
Kitty Cat, Kitty Cat, are You Going to Sleep?- Bill Martin
Clifford Loves Me!- Norman Bridwell
Maisy Bakes a Cake- Lucy Cousins
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Pop-Up Book - Eric Carle
When a Dragon Moves In- Jodi Moore
The Underpants Zoo- Brain Sendelbach
RRRALPH- Lois Ehlert
Purple Little Bird- Greg Foley
The Jellybeans and the Bog Book Bonanza- Laura Numeroff
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Book's We've Read...

2011-05-05T08:58:00.000-07:00

Book's We've Read...Week of 5/2/11
I Spy with My Little Eye- Edward Gibbs
Oh, What a Noisy Farm!- Harriet Ziefert
Kitten's First Full Moon- Kevin Henkes
Curious George and the Ice Cream Surprise- H.A. Rey
A Sick Day for Amos McGee- Philip C. Stead
Froggy Goes to Hawaii- Jonathan London
I Broke My Trunk!- Mo Willems
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Book's We've Read...

2011-04-28T08:49:00.000-07:00

Book's We've Read...Week of 4/25/11
No Sleep For the Sheep!- Karen Beaumont
If You Give a Pig a Party- Laura Numeroff
Curious George Goes to the Aquarium- H.A Rey
The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!- Jon Scieszka
Miss Bindergarten Stays Home from Kindergarten- Joseph Slate
Langley Longears- Julia Goschke
The Story of Ferdinand- Munro Leaf
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Book's We've Read...

2011-04-07T09:46:00.000-07:00

Book's We've Read...Week of 4/4/11
Have You Got My Purr?- Judy West
Clifford's Birthday Party- Norman Bridwell
The Little Rabbit Who Liked to Say MOO- Jonathan Allen
Can You Make a Piggy Giggle?- Linda Ashman
Who Took the Cookie From the Cookie Jar- David Carter
Willoughby & The Lion- Greg Foley
Froggy Learns to Swim- Jonathan London
The Pigs' Picnic- Keiko Kasza
Go Away Big Green Monster!- Ed emberley

What We Read...

2011-03-29T12:42:00.000-07:00

Books We've Read...Week of 3/29/11
The Cow Loves Cookies- Karma Wilson
Curious George Visits the Zoo- H.A. Rey
Elephant in the Bathtub- Kristina Andres
Monkey and Me- Emily Gravett
The Ugly Duckling Dinosaur- Cheryl Bardoe
Dog in Boots- Greg Gormley
Froggy's Babysitter- Jonathan London
The Three Bully Goats- Leslie Kimmelman
Harry and the Dity Dog- Gene Zion
Go Away, Big Green Monster!- Ed Emberley

Drop-In Storytime Cancelled

2011-02-16T12:30:00.000-08:00

The Drop-In Storytime scheduled for Sat. Feb. 19th, and Wed. Feb. 23rd have been canceled due to illness. Sorry for any inconveince.

Snowflake Craft

2011-01-25T12:25:00.001-08:00

Snowflake Mania…Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow!
Craft Workshop

Come join us on Wednesday, February 9th, from 4-5 PM to make and decorate snowflakes and bookmarks. Create colorful patterns and geometric shapes with foam and cut paper.

This program is for children K-5 and registration is required. Space is limited to 25 children. To register please call the Children’s room at 201-358-5073, or email Cindy Greenwald at greenwald@bccls.org.

Winter Storytime

2010-12-23T14:10:00.000-08:00

Winter Storytime 2011
Registration for the Winter Storytime will take place beginning on Monday, January 3rd, 2011. This may be done in person or by phone. Sessions are as follows:

Tues. 10:30 - 2 1/2 - 3 1/2

Tues. 1:30- 3 1/2 - 5

Thurs. 10:30- 3 1/2 - 5

Toddler Time

This program is for children 18 months- 2 1/2 with a caregiver. Sessions will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 am for a half hour. Toddler Time will run for 6 weeks, registration is required and space is limited. This program is for Hillsdale residents only.

All programs will begin the week of January 31, 2011. For questions and further information on any of the programs please call the children's room at 201-358-5073, or email Cindy Greenwald at greenwald@bccls.org.

Fall Storytime

2010-09-23T09:51:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder, Fall StoryTimes begin the week of Sept. 27th. It's not to late register, just stop by or call children's room at 201-358-5073.

Fall StoryTime

2010-08-30T10:29:00.000-07:00

Fall Storytime 2010

Registration for the Fall Storytime sessions will start on Tuesday, Sept. 7th, 2010. This may be done in person or by phone. Sessions are as follows:

Tues. 10:30 am 2 ½- 3 ½
Tues. 1:30 pm 3 ½- 5
Thurs. 10:30 am 3 ½- 5

Toddler Time
This program is for children 18 months- 2 ½ with a caregiver. This is a 6 week session for Hillsdale residents only. Toddler Time takes place on Wednesday’s at 11:00 am for a half hour. Registration is required and space is limited.

All programs will begin the week of September 28th, 2010. For questions and further information on any of the programs please call the children’s room at 201-358-5073, or email Cindy Greenwald at greenwald@bccls.org

"Eyes of the Wild" Animal Program!!!!

2010-08-17T09:36:00.000-07:00

The Hillsdale Library was transformed into a "petting zoo" as part of the Summer Reading Program. Some of the furry friends that visited were a duck, porcupine, ferret, chinchilla and a wallaby! Fun was had by all!

Musical Extravaganza!!!

2010-08-17T09:06:00.001-07:00

As part of the Summer Reading program, children were treated to an interactive musical performance by Kurt Gallagher. Everyone had a blast and maybe the next American Idol 2020 was among the crowd!

African Mask Making

2010-08-17T08:56:00.000-07:00

Children got creative when they explored the art form of pottery and created African masks.

Story telling with balloons!

2010-08-17T08:40:00.000-07:00

One of the great programs offered at the Hillsdale Library during the Summer Reading program!

Summer Reading Club Party!!!

2010-08-12T07:37:00.000-07:00

Come Join the Fun!!! Summer Reading Club Party!

Wed. Aug. 18th, 2:00PM- "Bubble Trouble"-Final Summer Reading Club Party. Have you ever seen a pyramid-shaped bubble? Bubbles walking a tightrope? Bubble master Jeff Boyer will show us the beauty and science of bubbles and may even put a kid inside one.
All are welcome.

Fairy Tale Mural

2007-03-30T11:58:00.000-07:00

Favorite fairy tales and nursery rhymes have come alive at the Hillsdale Public Library!
Hillsdale resident and artist Christine Mugno designed and painted a vast mural over the walls of the story-time room. Using Jack’s Beanstalk as the backdrop for the characters, the walls are adorned with favorites such as Humpty Dumpty, Little Bo Peep, The Old Woman Who lived in a Shoe, and an enchanted Fairy Tale Castle.

The story-time room is a new addition which was included in the Library’s renovation project. Located on the first floor across from the Children’s Department, this room serves as the “land of make believe” several times a week to children who attend story-time.

Christine Mugno is the owner of The Hillsdale Art Studio, and holds a BA in art education and a MA in computer technology education.